Welcome to USA camp at UC Santa Cruz!

  • UC Santa Cruz is a gorgeous camp location overlooking the Monterey Bay
  • Large, grassy teaching fields allow for plenty of space for your teams to work
  • Dancers take advantage of indoor and outdoor facilities
  • Take in the beautiful scenery, which includes breathtaking ocean and mountain vistas, as well as redwood trees, truly providing a camp feel
  • The Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk is nearby
  • Get a taste of collegiate living by staying in the dorms on campus

Please contact your USA State Director.

USA STATE DIRECTORS

Location Tips

Bring a jacket for the cool night weather next to the beach

Great location for team photo overlooking the ocean

Bring money for souvenirs from the Varsity Spirit Shop

Contact your State Director for more information.  

USA STATE DIRECTORS

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Camp Notes

Camp Theme

Each year the USA chooses an inspirational theme to go along with the camp season that teams can use throughout the year at their own schools. This theme is reflected in the cheers, handbooks, ribbons and even the annual USA Camp Dance.

USA 2022 CAMP THEME: “THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE USA”

It’s often said home is where the heart is. The place you call “home” cane be anywhere you feel safe, supported and surrounded by those that lift you up. Home can be the physical space you share with your family – a place where you’ve gained courage and other valuable life skills that have shape you into the person you are today. Home can also be your school campus; a place where your brain is stretched, and lifelong memories are made. Home can also be your community of friends, providing acceptance and a sense of belonging. Wherever you are welcome to be your true self… you are home. And, no matter the road life takes you down, it’s important to remember you can always return home… to your hometown, the big homecoming game or wherever feels like home for you… there’s simply no place like it.

What's NEW This Summer!

To check out what’s new this summer, along with what to wear/bring – click here!

Testimonials from Camp

"'The staff is extraordinarily caring, passionate and driven to make students into the best student-leaders they can be. Their talent is unparalleled, and their mentorship has made an impact on my life that will stay with me forever'" Drum Major Camp AttendeeConcord High School, CA
"'We became closer to each other as a team. It was really fun and pushed us out of our comfort zones. The staff were really helpful and realized our potential.'" Varsity Song TeamMonta Vista High School, CA
"'Our favorite parts of camp were the Spirit Rally and the camp dance. The staff was friendly and was always ready to help!'" Varsity Cheer TeamArbor View High School, CA

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