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2026 High Performance Technique Swim Camp

About Swim Camp

Train Like an Elite. Swim With Purpose. Compete With Confidence.

SwimTec’s High-Performance Swim Camps are designed for motivated swimmers ages 12–18 who are ready to elevate their technique, racing strategy, and overall performance. With world-class coaches, a low athlete-to-coach ratio, and a science-driven training approach, our camps deliver elite-level development in a supportive, inspiring environment.

Whether your swimmer is preparing for championship competition or striving to refine technique, SwimTec camps provide the structure, coaching, and mentorship needed to reach the next level.

Camp Sessions

Session 1

High-Performance Technique Swim Camp

Dates: July 20 – July 23, 2026
Ages: 12–18
Options: Residential or Day Camper

Residential Athlete — $1,100

  • Includes lodging & meals (Sunday–Thursday)

  • Hotel: Holiday Inn University Center

  • 3–4 athletes per room

  • Two-per-room guarantee: +$180 per athlete

  • Check-out Thursday at 1:00 PM (post swim meet)

  • Includes official SwimTec camp t-shirt

Day Athlete — $750

  • Monday–Thursday

  • Lunch included

  • Includes camp t-shirt

Signature Features:

✔ Daily technical stroke refinement
✔ Starts, turns, and race execution training
✔ Classroom sessions on strategy and mindset
✔ Individualized feedback every session
✔ End-of-camp competitive swim meet with scoreboard & music

Session 2

Weekend Starts Camp

Dates: July 23 – July 25, 2026
Ages: 12–18
Options: Residential or Day Camper

This camp is laser-focused on one mission: winning the race from the first movement.

Athletes train:

  • Elite start variations

  • Reaction time development

  • Breakout speed & underwater efficiency

  • Power generation & explosive movement

  • Transition from start to stroke with precision

Residential Athlete — $650

  • Includes lodging & meals (Thursday–Saturday)

  • Two-per-room guarantee: +$120 per athlete

  • Includes camp t-shirt

Day Athlete — $475

  • Thursday–Saturday

  • Includes camp t-shirt

Registration & Discounts

🗓 Registration Opens: December 12, 2025
🎉 Early Bird Offer:

  • $50 registration fee waived until February 15, 2026

  • Use code: EarlyBird

💸 Multi-Session Discount:

  • Register for both sessions and receive 20% off Session 2

👥 Team Discounts:

  • Teams of 12+ athletes receive $100 off per athlete

  • Team registration must be completed before April 15, 2026
    📧 Contact: camp@swimtec.com

Travel & Transportation

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV): Free pickup/drop-off

  • Orlando International Airport (MCO): $150 per direction

Transportation schedules coordinated with camp start and end times. We strongly recommend flying into GNV for convenience.

⭐ Why SwimTec Camp Is Different

At SwimTec, every swimmer matters. We intentionally limit enrollment to 75 athletes per session and maintain a low coach-to-athlete ratio (~14:1) to ensure meaningful coaching interactions and personalized feedback every day.

What Sets Us Apart:

  • Elite Coaching Staff with Olympic, NCAA, and professional experience

  • Personalized Technical Feedback every session

  • Science-Driven Training Methods

  • Mental Performance & Race Strategy Education

  • Low Athlete-to-Coach Ratio

  • Supportive, Motivating Team Culture

  • End-of-Camp Competitive Swim Meet Experience

Our mission is to balance:

  • Stroke technique

  • Starts & turns

  • Strength & conditioning

  • Racing strategy

  • Mental performance

All while helping swimmers feel confident, capable, and inspired.

🏆 Meet the Coaching Team

Head Coach

Swim Coach

Leah Stancil

Two-time Olympian (Barbados — 1996 & 2000)
10-time NCAA All-American
Former NCAA Division I Head Coach (LSU)
Former Head Women’s Swim Coach, Tulane University
Former Assistant Coach, University of Florida

Coach Stancil brings elite-level technical expertise and championship mindset to every session, leading both classroom and pool instruction.

Swim Coach

Steven Bostick

Head Men’s & Women’s Swim Coach, Florida Southern College
Former Head Coach, Ouachita Baptist University

Coach Bostick is known for his analytical coaching style, biomechanical expertise, and ability to translate technique into race-day results.

🧳 What to Bring

  • Signed digital release form
  • Athletic street clothes

  • Dryland training gear

  • Swim bag (snorkel/fins)

  • Hoodie

  • Water bottle

  • Backpack

  • Minimum two swimsuits, goggles, and towels

  • Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses

  • Sandals or flip flops

  • Spending money
    Leave valuables at home

Coaching & Stroke Analysis — $200

Spend 30 minutes one-on-one with Coach during camp week.

Includes:

  • Multi-angle synchronized video capture

  • Personalized stroke feedback

  • Access to your recorded session

⚠️ Limited to 16 athletes per session

Weather Policy

SwimTec Gainesville is not responsible for lost training time due to weather or city pool closures. Programming will be adjusted as necessary.

Cancellation Policy

Full refund minus $100 admin fee if canceled before April 15, 2026 No refunds after that date Credit or transfer possible more than 14 days before camp If canceled due to health emergencies, refund minus $25 processing fee

Payment Policy

3.7% non-refundable credit card processing fee. To avoid fee Mail check to: Swim Tech Gainesville LLC, PO BOX 13313, Gainesville, FL 32604 Venmo: @STGainesville ( Friends & Family), Email camp@swimtec.com for payment instructions