The MMSI Classic Camp
Join one of the UK’s leading residential swim camps – a five-day experience of training, learning and friendship, designed by Olympic coach Mel Marshall MBE.
Unlock your full potential
Over five action-packed days, our renowned coaches bring the Olympic experience to life through expert training, Olympian visits, athlete education and team challenges that build skill, confidence and lasting friendships.
Swimmers are grouped into mixed-ability teams representing countries from around the world, competing in exciting team challenges that capture the energy and camaraderie of an Olympic Village, all while developing their technique across eight focused swimming sessions.
Drawing on more than 20 years of experience at every level of the sport, Mel Marshall designed the MMSI Classic Camp to combine challenge, support, education, inspiration and fun – everything young swimmers need to thrive, in one unforgettable camp.
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What to expect
Train, thrive and board at our first-class venue
Our Classic Camps take place at the prestigious Repton School and Repton Prep in Derbyshire, a hub of excellence for swim training camps.
Across the week, swimmers will thrive in the exceptional facilities, including:
- A competition-standard 25m pool
- 2 x versatile indoor sports halls
- A cutting-edge strength and conditioning suite
- Indoor and outdoor tennis courts
- Astroturf pitches and climbing walls
Between sessions, swimmers relax in Repton’s fantastic boarding houses, a true home-from-home where lasting friendships and memories are made!
A week in the life at camp
Step inside an MMSI Classic Camp and see how our swimmers grow, both in the pool and as all-round individuals. Every day balances high-quality coaching with fun, challenge and inspiration — building skills to last a lifetime.
Day 1
Settling in and first strokes
AM:
SWIM) Dive straight in and get to know your coaching team for the week! You’ll cover some of the essential skills you need to excel in the pool, including streamlining, rotation speed and underwaters.
LAND TRAINING) Your first land training session will get your heart rate going with a focus on some of the key movements that translate from the pool onto land.
DODGEBALL) Step onto the court and enjoy a game of dodgeball with your fellow campers – working on your reflexes, strategy and teamwork beyond the water.
PM:
SWIM) Refuel at lunch, then sharpen your front crawl with drills designed to improve technique and efficiency.
LAND TRAINING) Next, dry off and push your endurance to the max with our intensive circuits.
YOGA) Slow down, relax and learn the importance of recovery with an afternoon yoga session. Yoga teaches focus and balance, lessons you’ll carry far beyond the pool.
Day 2
Building strength and team spirit
AM:
SWIM) It’s time to test your limits with a threshold set – push your pace, challenge your endurance and discover what you’re truly capable of under the guidance of our expert coaching team.
LAND TRAINING) Get ready for a tough Metafit workout combining cardio and strength based exercises that will really push you to the max.
Follow up with a stretch and mobility session to cool down, relax and ensure you recover properly after an intense morning.
TUG OF WAR) Game faces on for your first team challenge of the week with our MMSI camp tradition, tug of war! You’ll be split into countries for the true Olympic experience.
PM:
SWIM) We’ll begin the afternoon by covering the essentials of starts and turns to give you that all-important edge in the water.
LAND TRAINING) Next, try your hand at boxing; boxing is tough, fun and a real strength builder.
SPORTS NUTRITION WORKSHOP) Discover how to fuel your body like an athlete by focussing on the essentials of nutrition for training and race-day.
Day 3
Inspiration from Olympians
AM:
SWIM) Push yourself to the limit with a max kick set to start the day, testing your strength and stamina.
LASER TAG/DRUMBA) Whether you’re dodging lasers or moving to the beat, enjoy a high-energy session combining movement, agility and fun.
OLYMPIAN VISIT) It’s time to meet one of our Team GB athletes! Feel inspired as they tell you all about their journey to Olympic success, snap a photo together and make sure to get their autograph.
PM:
SWIM) We’ll be focussing on skills and drills this afternoon, with some breaststroke, backstroke and butterfly techniques.
LAND TRAINING) Head to the Strength and Conditioning suite to learn how athletes train at the highest level and make the most of the first-class fitness equipment.
SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY WORKSHOP) Learn from the experts about how best to manage your race day nerves, think like a champion and discuss goal setting for the season ahead.
Day 4
Teamwork makes the dreamwork
AM:
SWIM) We’ll be going short, sharp and speedy this morning with sprint work, learning how to be quick in the water.
WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL) Experience sport from a different perspective with this camp favourite.
STRETCH AND MOBILITY) Relax, reflect and reset as you recover after a tough morning.
WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL: TEAM CHALLENGE 2) Compete for your country and earn points in our second big challenge of the week.
PM:
SWIM) For your final swim session of the week, it’s time to bring out our Spin the Wheel game. Whether you have a 200 fly or some fast 25’s, your fate is left to the luck of the spin.
TEAM ACTIVITIES) Gather with your teammates for a final team talk ahead of race day. Enjoy your last night in camp and celebrate everything that camp is about: resilience; working hard; having fun and stepping outside of your comfort zone!
Day 5
Celebrating you
RACE DAY) Show off your new skills at the MMSI gala — race hard, cheer loud and enjoy fast, fun swimming as you chase those all-important final points to be crowned the camp champions!
We’ll wrap up with some special awards, including: Swimmer of the Camp, Learner of the Camp and the Tracey Weightman Award.
By the end of the week, you’ll leave with the mindset and skills to continue growing as both an athlete and an individual, along with some amazing new memories and friendships. And that’s why MMSI is trusted by families across the UK and internationally as one of the very best swim training camps for teens.
*Camp timetable subject to change.
Snapshots from camp
Join our next Classic Camp
Date: March 29th - 2nd April 2026
Location: Repton School
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