Frequently Asked Questions

Are the Head Coaches really at the camp?

Harvard Head Coaches Tim Murphy and Stephanie Morawski, and Northeastern Head Coach Roy Coates are on deck daily and provide underwater stroke critique during the morning video sessions. The Harvard Assistant Harvard run daily camp operations and also provide video review feedback.

What is the training focus for each day at camp?

We focus on one stroke per day and a day of starts, turns and stroke review. Swimmers are taught efficient technique methods and swim 25 and 50 yards of stroke drills in order to better understand the body position, pulling pattern and kick of each stroke. The focus on Monday is freestyle, Tuesday - backstroke, Wednesday - breaststroke, Thursday - butterfly. On Fridays, the focus is on starts and turns.

Are workouts provided?

No. This is a technique camp.

What is the ratio of campers to coaches?

The Competitive Camp holds between 8:1 to 10:1 ratio. The Novice Camp ratio may be slightly lower.

Do you videotape?

The Competitive Camp receives underwater video feedback twice a day. Young Competitive and Novice campers receive underwater video review once a day.

What equipment do campers need to bring?

All that is required is a suit, towel and goggles for water sessions. Athletic shoes, t-shirt and shorts are necessary for our out of water activities. Campers should also bring water bottles and label all equipment. For full information, see our Additional Information page.

Can parents watch camp sessions?

Yes, parents are welcome to watch camp sessions from the spectator section. No parents are permitted on pool deck while camp is in session.