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Garden City, NY

Swim Camp

at Nassau Community College

Ages 6 - 14

June 29th through August 21st

2026 Registration is now OPEN!

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CONFIDENCE IN EVERY STROKE

Future Stars Swim Camp blends skill-building, confidence, and summer fun in the pool. Designed for swimmers looking to improve, our program follows a progressive curriculum aligned with American Red Cross standards, with campers grouped by ability for safe, effective instruction. With an emphasis on strong stroke fundamentals and water safety, campers gain the tools they need to grow as confident, capable swimmers.

Each day features a balanced mix of focused pool instruction, dry land training, and swim-based games that keep campers active and engaged. Using our exceptional on-campus facilities, including an indoor pool, Swim Camp offers an energetic, supportive environment where learning feels fun and progress comes naturally. Campers leave stronger, more confident, and excited to dive back in each day.

locationsSummer Day Camp 
1 Education Dr, Garden City, NY 11530

phone: 516-268-2267
email: nassau@fscamps.com

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Swim Camp Facilities at Nassau

  • Collegiate athletics facilities
  • Indoor heated 8-lane swimming pool 
  • Deep water diving tank
  • Air-conditioned gymnasium
  • Grass athletic fields for recreational activities
  • Various water and shade stations to cool off and take breaks

Building Skills That Last Beyond Swim Camp

  • Technical Training – Strengthen core swimming mechanics with focused, skill-building instruction
  • Stroke Fundamentals – Develop proper body position, pull patterns, and efficiency in the water
  • Kick Sets – Improve leg strength, speed, and balance through targeted kicking drills
  • Starts and Turns – Practice fast, explosive starts and smooth, time-saving turns
  • All Strokes – Build confidence and technique in freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly
  • Performance Analysis – Receive feedback and corrections to refine technique and boost overall performance
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2026 Dates & Rates

Find the camp week that fits your schedule.

Program
Date
Age
Weekly
Price
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3+weeks
(per wk)
Swim
Jun 29 - Jul 3
6 - 12
$650
$600
Swim
Jul 6 - Jul 10
6 - 12
$650
$600
Swim
Jul 13 - Jul 17
6 - 12
$650
$600
Swim
Jul 20 - Jul 24
6 - 12
$650
$600
Swim
Jul 27 - Jul 31
6 - 12
$650
$600
Swim
Aug 3 - Aug 7
6 - 12
$650
$600
Swim
Aug 10 - Aug 14
6 - 12
$650
$600
Swim
Aug 17 - Aug 21
6 - 12
$650
$600

Additional Services

Extended Day:
Early Drop-Off $65/wk, Late Pick-Up $65/wk

Sibling Discount:
Save $25/wk (after first child)

Directions to Future Stars Nassau

Future Stars is conveniently located at Nassau Community College in Garden City, just minutes from the Meadowbrook Parkway. Click HERE for an interactive campus map.

SWIM CAMP DAILY SCHEDULE

9:00am: Orientation / Warm up

9:15am: Pool Session 1: Daily Skills / Stroke Work

11:30am: Swim Games

12:15pm: Lunch

1:00pm: Recreational Play

2:00pm: Pool Session 2: Lap work / Kick sets / Races

2:45pm: Swim Games

4:00pm: Departure

Daily activities and times are subject to change.

Testimonials

“My daughter had such a great time at camp! The coaches had so much enthusiasm that it made my daughter want to come to camp every day. She even asked if she could add on another week.”

 

- Michael E.

“We appreciate the focus on safety, with qualified coaches and counselors ensuring that kids are well-supervised and supported throughout their time there. Future Stars is an excellent choice for young athletes who want to improve their skills, make lasting memories, and build confidence both on and off the field.”

 

- Samalid P.

“Future Stars is an amazing sports camp! The counselors and staff are super knowledgeable and really know how to work with kids. The atmosphere is fun, positive, and energetic—perfect for helping kids build their skills. They focus on both development and having a great time, which is the best combo. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a top-notch sports camp experience!”

- Erica L.

Meet the Director

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Charlie VanDercook

Director of Operations and Director for Purchase College since 1993

 

Charlie co-founded Future Stars Camps and served as the very first Camp Director when the program launched in 1980. With more than four decades of experience leading camps, he has been shaping meaningful youth experiences from the very beginning.

A lifelong athlete, Charlie played tennis in high school, in college, and on the 1976 WATCH circuit before turning to coaching. He went on to serve as Director of Tennis at Banksville Racket Club, Westhampton Bath & Tennis, Hampton Athletic Club, and Green Hollow Tennis Club.

Today, as Director of Operations and Director for Purchase College, Charlie combines his collegiate athletic background, deep coaching expertise, and proven leadership to create a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for every camper.

F.A.Q.

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