Camp descriptionLions Swim Camp is a comprehensive developmental program designed to help swimmers refine their technique and enhance performance across all four competitive strokes. Each day of the camp will emphasize a specific stroke, with focused instruction on essential racing components including starts, breakouts, turns, and finishes.
The camp is ideally suited for swimmers ages 8 to 18 who are proficient in all four strokes. All participants must have prior swimming experience and be able to swim independently without assistance. We are not a learn how to swim program. Swimmers will be grouped according to age and ability to ensure an optimal learning environment. Participants will receive hands-on, individualized instruction from experienced coaches and current members of the Columbia University Men’s and Women’s Varsity Swimming Teams, providing a unique opportunity to learn from elite collegiate athletes in a supportive and motivating setting. DatesTechnique Camp III - July 27-30, 2026
Times9am-4pm (Monday-Thursday)
Tentative Schedule 9:00-9:30 - Check in - Dodge Fitness Center 9:30-10:00 - Dryland/Warm up – Blue Gym 10:00-Noon - Swim session 1 Noon-1:15 – Lunch/rest 1:15-2-00 – Video Session – Team Video Room 2:00-2:15pm - Yoga 2:15-3:45 - Swim Session 2 4:00pm – Check out -TBD Cost$650
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FacilityUris Pool, home to Columbia’s men and women’s swimming and diving teams, is located within the Dodge Physical Fitness Center on the campus of Columbia University. The pool can be accessed via the first floor of the Dodge Fitness Center.
The Dodge Physical Fitness Center is located at Broadway and West 116th Street. However, the building cannot be entered from 199th Street: it can only be entered from the campus level, accessible through the 116th Street gates. What to bringSWIM SUIT, GOGGLES, CAP, TOWEL, LUNCH AND/OR MONEY, DRY/LAND CLOTHES (shirt, shorts, sneakers)
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