Snow Valley California Basketball Schools - Westmont College
- Overnight
- Male
- Female
- Summer
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
2026 dates are coming soon.
JOIN THE PRIORITY LISTING BELOW FOR UPDATES WHEN FUTURE SESSIONS ARE ADDED.
Where Serious Players Go to Become Seriously Better Players
Established in 1961, Snow Valley Basketball School is the longest-running program of its kind — where basketball players push past limits to become their absolute best. Known for its elite coaching staff, Snow Valley delivers a rigorous overnight basketball experience that has helped shape countless MVP-level competitors.
New in 2025: Join WNBA legend Diana Taurasi at the Snow Valley Basketball School all-girls session this July. This exciting partnership brings one of the most iconic figures in basketball history to one of the most respected development camps for girls in the country.
At both the boys and girls camp programs, athletes sharpen every aspect of their game through early morning workouts, intensive training sessions, and late-night games. You’ll level up your:
· Defense – stance, movement, control, and closeouts
· Offense – passing, receiving, movement, perimeter and inside play
· Positioning and shooting fundamentals
· Rebounding – both ball and help side
· Transitions, open court work, and 4-on-4 cutthroat instruction
Some youth basketball camps are just plain fun — where you also get better. For most young players, that’s perfect. But this camp is different.
Here, our focus is on making YOU a seriously better player.
If your goal is to leapfrog average players and vault into the category of an MVP-type competitor, then this is the camp for you. We help you become your best while building a winning attitude grounded in teamwork, precision, and excellence — both on and off the court. From mental toughness and proper conditioning to optimum nutrition, Snow Valley is the whole package, geared to take you to the very top of your game.
Highlights Include
- Over 30 hours of guided basketball instruction
- Concentrated schedule of skills training, basketball IQ sessions, and competitive scrimmaging
- Daily focus placed on fundamentals, individual development, and game play tactics
- A personal evaluation and individual report card from your coach at the end of camp
- A stunning location on the beautiful Santa Barbara coastline
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Manasa Chanaiwa
Coach Chanaiwa is USA Basketball licensed and has been a coach at Snow Valley California Basketball Schools since 1998 and contributes his SV experience to the growth of his coaching philosophy. Chanaiwa believes strongly in Snow Valley’s emphasis on teaching the game of basketball, taking this passion to various countries throughout the world as an ambassador for the game.
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Co-Director Rachel Nagel
Rachel Nagel is the current Head Girls Basketball Coach at Pacific Ridge School. Prior to Pacific Ridge High School, she was a Division 1 coach for the University of San Diego and UC Davis women’s basketball programs.
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Camp Director Pablo Garcia
Coach Pablo Garcia brings over 22 years of high school basketball coaching experience, including the past 12 years as a head coach. He is currently entering his third season as the head coach at Rubidoux High School in Jurupa Valley, CA. Throughout his career, he has made a lasting impact on programs across Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Since 2017, Coach Garcia has been a dedicated member of the Snow Valley Basketball School staff, serving as a Director in recent years. He is passionate about player development and finds fulfillment in watching young athletes grow both on and off the court each summer. With his own sons now getting older and beginning to play, he’s excited for them to become part of the Snow Valley tradition. Coach Garcia believes in the unique learning environment Snow Valley provides—combining elite instruction with a competitive atmosphere unmatched by other camps.
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Camp Details
2025 Dates
- Boys I: July 13-16
- Boys II: July 17-20
- Boys III: July 20-23
- Girls: July 24-27 (Presented by Dick's Sporting Goods)
Camp Hours
BOYS SESSIONS (I, II, & III)
- Check-in: First Day between 12pm-2:30pm at the dorms
- Check-out: Last Day between 11am-12pm
GIRLS SESSION
- Check-in: First Day between 11am-1pm at the dorms
- Check-out: Last Day between 11am-12pm
Camp Philosophy
Since 1961, the Snow Valley California Basketball Schools have been instructing kids on the fundamentals of basketball. As the longest running basketball school of its kind, you'll receive more instruction in the fundamentals and more chances to improve your skills than anywhere else in the world. This rigorous daily format includes fundamental instruction, clinics and team games that will leave each camper with renewed energy and enthusiasm.
Overnight Campers
Housing & Roommates: Campers will reside in the Van Kampen Residence Hall dorms on campus and stay two per room. If you have a roommate request and have not already given it to us, please do so as soon as possible. Roommate requests are not guaranteed, if you don't have a roommate request, you will be placed in a room with someone near your age. It will be a great opportunity to meet someone new!
Bathrooms: Shared
Linens: Not provided
Air-conditioning: No
Pool: Yes
Suggested Spending Money: $40 (Cash only)
Supervision: The staff live in the dormitories with the campers and participate in evening activities. Drugs, alcohol and tobacco are strictly prohibited, and constitute, along with general misconduct, grounds for dismissal from camp without a refund.
EXTRA NIGHT STAYOVER
Campers attending both Boys I and Boys II are welcome to enroll for an extra night between sessions on July 16th. This will be an additional cost of $100 and may be added during registration.
Personal Player Report Cards
Snow Valley Basketball programs feature staff and players whose own high school and college coaches were important in their basketball development, so they know how to help you achieve your basketball goals. Snow Valley treats each player as an individual. A Personal Player Report Card will be kept on your camper throughout the week, and given to them at the conclusion of camp. This report card will note particular strengths and weaknesses, and offer suggestions for individual improvement once they have left Snow Valley.
Daily Basketball Play
Daily game competition against other players of similar age and ability levels will be scheduled. Every participant will play a minimum of one-half of every game. In addition to games, a minimum of nineteen clinics concerning individual and team fundamentals will be presented during the week-long session. Drills are a big part of each clinic. We design our program to have an eight to one player to coach ratio and guarantee your son or daughter will receive an excellent week of basketball involvement.
Transportation
Snow Valley Basketball Schools does not directly provide transportation to/from camp but we have gathered local transportation information to help you finalize your travel itinerary.
For general driving directions to Westmont College from SBA and LAX, visit http://www.westmont.edu/_visit... you are flying, we recommend Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) or Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport: SBA is located 15 miles (22 min drive) from Westmont College and operates the following carriers: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines. From the airport, campers can travel by rental car (if traveling with a parent or guardian), commercial and courtesy shuttles, taxis and MTD buses.
TEAM DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
TEAM DISCOUNT: If five or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $25 discount. If ten or more campers register together, each camper is eligible for a $40 discount. Please have a team contact reach out directly to the USSC office at 1-800-645-3226 ext. 2275 or email [email protected] to receive a discount code to identify your group. Campers may then register through the website at their convenience and apply the coupon code during check-out.
CUSTOMER PORTAL
To access your completed camp enrollments, Health and Release Forms, and Camp Information Packet, please visit: US Sports Camps Customer Portal
PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
PACKING LIST
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.
● Athletic, on-court clothing
● Athletic shoes
● Water bottle
● Small gym bag/backpack
OVERNIGHT CAMPERS ONLY:
● Athletic clothing mentioned above
● Comfortable off-court clothing
● Flip flops
● Toiletries
● Personal items & medications
● Washcloth and bath towel
● Fan (optional)
● Pillow, pillowcase, bed sheets, comforter, or sleeping bag
MEDICAL PROTOCOL
Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
COMPANY POLICIES
If you need to cancel for any reason up until 24 hours prior to camp check-in, you will receive a camp credit voucher for tuition fees paid that is good through the following year for any sport and is transferable to any immediate family member. Participants who DO NOT attend their registered session (no-shows for any reason) or who do not contact USSC to cancel at least 24 hours prior to camp check-in will not receive a voucher or refund. Cash refunds are given only if Cancellation Protection was purchased at the time of registration and the cancellation is made before your balance due date.
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not provided by the camp to or from any airports. If you are flying to or from camp, we recommend using an airport shuttle service. Please schedule flights as close as you can to the check-in times on the first day and check-out times on the last day.
BASKETBALL CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our basketball camps please see our FAQ page.
*Please note, this information is subject to change.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
*Registration Fees are charged once per camper, per season. Exceptions may apply.
2026 dates are coming soon.
JOIN THE PRIORITY LISTING BELOW FOR UPDATES WHEN FUTURE SESSIONS ARE ADDED.