Our 2023 Day Camp Guide

Chris Worthy
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Day camps offer children a chance to pursue their interests, learn something new and even keep up with academics. Research your family’s options and don’t delay in reaching out – camps often fill up quickly. Remember that programs, schedules, prices, and more are all subject to change. Contact camp organizers directly for details and updates.

Upstate Parent Feb 2023 Cover image
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2023 Day Camps

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ASPire Plus Summer Camp at After School Plus, 255 Service Bay Road, Mauldin, 864-881-4666, jennifer@afterschoolplus.org, afterschoolplus.com.

June 5 – Aug. 4. Rising grades K4 – 8. Camps for every arts lover include 3D Drawing, acting, Broadway, T-shirt quilt, scrapbooking, cartooning, ceramics, jewelry making, painting, sewing, origami and more. More than 150 week-long full- and half-day camps are offered, with early care and after care options.

Artistic Edge Dance, 75 Orchard Park Drive, Greenville. 864-631-2156, artisticedgedance.com. Summer camps and classes are available. Company auditions are May 12 and 13. Ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary. Classes are also offered for children and adults.

Arts in Motion, 401 E. Kennedy St., Spartanburg. 864-308-2882, hello@aimspartanburg.com, aimspartanburg.com.

  • Magical Mornings: June 5 – 30, 9 a.m. – noon, Monday – Friday. Ages 3-5, preschool and rising kindergarteners. Students participate in weekly themes to help put on a show by learning a dance, completing daily crafts and reciting a story that they help create. Each week ends with an in-studio performance.

  • Broadway Bound: June 5 – 30 (Descendants) or July 5 – Aug. 4 (Matilda) 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday – Friday. Ages 6 and older, rising grade 1 and older. Students participate in creating and putting on a show in four weeks, learning scenes, choreography, music and exploring behind the scenes by assisting in set painting, prop design and costumes. Each session ends with a performance.

Ballet Spartanburg, 200 E. Saint John St., Spartanburg 864-583-0339, balletadmin@spartanarts.org, lgomez@spartanarts.org, balletspartanburg.org. Dance camps are offered all summer, including:

  • Let’s Create and Let’s Dance Camp: Ages 3 – 4. June 5 – 9, July 17 – 21, July 31 – Aug. 4

  • The Beauty and The Beast Camp: Ages 5 – 9, June 12 – 16

  • Enchanted Camp: Ages 5 – 9, June 19 – 23

  • The Swan Queen Camp: Ages 5 – 9, June 26 – 30

  • Encanto Camp: Ages 4 – 8, July 10 – 14

  • The Sleeping Beauty Camp: Ages 5 – 9, July 10 – 14

  • The Little Mermaid Camp: Ages 5 – 9, July 24 – 28

  • The Magical Fairy Camp: Ages 5 – 9, July 24 – 28

  • En Pointe Fencing Camp: Ages 8 and older, July 31 – Aug. 4

  • Boys’ Peter and the Wolf Dance Camp: Ages 8 – 11, July 31 – Aug. 4

  • Irish Step Dance Camp: Ages 5 and older, June 19 – 23

  • Beginning Ballet Foundation Camp: Ages 9 – 14, June 26 – 30

Caine Halter Family YMCA Arts Camps, 721 Cleveland St., Greenville, 864-679-9622, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • Art Camp – Ages 5 – 8. 9 a.m. – noon, June 5 – 9, July 24 – 28. Ages 9 – 13. 9 a.m. – noon June 19 – 23, July 10 – 14. Campers work on projects all week that allow them to express themselves and learn technical skills. There will be an art show on the Friday afternoon of each week. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Encanto Dance Camp – Ages 5 – 8. 9 a.m. – noon, June 5 – 9. Encanto Dance Campers will enjoy Encanto-themed crafts, songs, and dance all week. Learn jazz, ballet, and hip-hop dance styles with moves inspired by Bruno, Mirabel, Isabela, and Luisa. Campers should wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move in. Encanto costumes may be worn as long as it does not restrict the child's movement. Camp is led by Carolina Dance Collaborative. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Theatre Camp – Ages 9 – 13, 9 a.m. – noon, June 5 – 9. Ages 5 – 8, 9 a.m. – noon, July 10 – 14. Students immerse themselves in the world of theatre, both on and off stage. With the help of experienced counselors, campers will participate in a mini production where they will not only be the cast but also the writers, set designers and make-up artists. They will prepare an original script, build a set, put together a performance, and perform for family and friends. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

Camp SDC, 215 W. Wade Hampton Blvd., Suite I, Greer, 864-849-9041, office@SouthernDanceConnectionPAC.com, southerndanceconnectionpac.com. Camp SDC is a weekly camp filled with games, dance, art, music, friendship and more.

Carolina Dance Collaborative, ​864-315-3732, info@CarolinaDanceCollaborative.org, carolinadancecollaborative.org/greenville-sc-camps.html. Dance camps are held at several locations. See website for details.

Color Clay Café, 2518 E. North St., Greenville, 864-244-3445, colorclaycafe15@gmail.com, colorclaycafe.com. Camp options and registration details will be online.

Dance Without Limits, 115 Pelham Road, Suite 24, Greenville, 864-412-7788, dancewithoutlimits.co. Details, including camp options and registration, will be online.

GCCA Summer Art Camp, 101 Abney St. Greenville, 864-735-3948, liz@artcentergreenville.org, artcentergreenville.org. June 5 – Aug. 4. Ages 5 – 12. Weekly art camps (9 a.m. – noon) at Greenville Center for Creative Arts let kids explore creativity through a range of materials and concepts. Features a different artistic medium each week, professional guest artists.

George I. Theisen Family YMCA, 100 Inspirational Way, Travelers Rest, 864-834-2400, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • Dance & Roll Camp – Ages 5 – 9: 1 – 4 p.m. June 19 – 23. Campers will explore basic tumbling techniques like forward rolls, cartwheels, handstands, candlesticks, bridges, and more, while exploring dance and movement to music. Friday's performance for family and friends will be at 3:30 p.m. Led by Carolina Dance Collaborative. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Encanto Dance Camp – Ages 5 – 9: 1 – 4 p.m. July 17 – 21. Campers will enjoy Encanto-themed crafts, songs, and dance all week, learning jazz, ballet, and hip-hop dance styles with moves inspired by Bruno, Mirabel, Isabela, and Luisa. Campers should wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move in. Encanto costumes may be worn as long as it does not restrict the child's movement. Led by Carolina Dance Collaborative. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

Greer Cultural Arts Center, 804 Trade St., Greer,greerculturalarts.com. Ages 5 – 10, June 19 – 22, July 17 – 20, July 24 – 27. Arts In Action summer camps are multi-disciplinary, full-day (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) arts camps for children ages 5 – 10. Each one includes classes in art, dance, drama, music, clay, and magic to let campers "get their feet wet" in these different areas of the arts. Forms and details are online.

Hearts of Clay Pottery Camp, 660 Spartan Blvd., Suite 20, Spartanburg, 864-576-2228, theteam@heartsofclay.com, heartsofclay.com. Ages 6 – 16, June and July. Six sessions will be held, each 1 – 4 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, $125 per camper per week. Each camper will create art by using clay, canvas, board art, pottery painting and more.

Lawson Academy Fine Arts Day Camp, 580 E. Main St., Spartanburg. 864-596-9000, janae.oshields@converse.edu, converse.edu/academics/lawson-academy-of-the-arts/fine-arts-day-camp. May 30 – Aug. 11. Ages 4 – 12. All-day, supervised care includes daily classes in art, music, creative writing, dance, acting, and theater skills. Lessons and activities in each session revolve around a theme, so campers who attend all sessions will experience something new each session, while those who attend only one session will still receive a rich experience that can stand alone. Each session culminates with a Family Day Program in which students showcase what they have learned and prepared.

May 30 – June 9 “Up, Up, and Away”June 12 – 23 “Rock On!”June 26 – 30 (mini) “Journey to Africa”July 10 – 21 “We’re All Mad Here”July 24 – Aug. 4 “Fur and Feathers”Aug. 7 – 11 (mini) “Totally Tubular!”

Shock Dance Summer Intensive, 406 E. Butler Road, Suite B, Mauldin, 864-420-0216, shockdancebylindley@gmail.com, shockdancebylindley.com. July 6 – 8. Ages 6 and older. Shock Summer Bootcamp features choreographers from all over the country who specialize in all genres.

South Carolina Children's Theatre Summer Day Camps, 153 Augusta St., Greenville, 864-235-2885, scchildrenstheatre.org. Camp details and registration will be available online.

Spartanburg Art Museum Art Camps, 200 E. St. John St., Spartanburg, 864-582-7616, spartanburgartmuseum.org. Check online for SAM camps, classes, and other programs.

Spartanburg Youth Theatre – Summer Theatre Camps, 200 E. St. John St., Spartanburg, 864-585-8278, sltheatre1@gmail.com, spartanburgyouththeatre.com/summercamps. Weekly camps June 5 – 9 through July 31 – Aug. 4. Rising grades K4 – 12. A variety of theatre camps will be offered, from beginner level to production camps, and everything in between.

TR Makers Co. Summer Camps, 3 S. Main St., Travelers Rest, 864-610-0996, programs@trmakersco.com, trmakersco.org. Ages 5 and older. Fun, creativity, and artistic exploration are the goals behind each camp. Choose between half-day, one session camps or themed week-long half-day camps.

Kids Maker Camp: June 5– 9 (9 a.m. – noon daily)Junior Maker Camp: June 5 – 9 (1 – 4 p.m. daily)Kid Maker Days: June 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4 (9 a.m. – noon)

YMCA Day Camp
YMCA Day Camp

YMCA Program Center, 100 Adams Mill Road, Simpsonville, 864-412-0288, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • Art Camp – Ages 11 – 13. 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 19 – 23, July 10 – 14, July 24 – 28. Campers will learn skills targeted for their age, working on projects that allow them to express themselves and learn technical skills. There will be an art show on the Friday afternoon of each week. $200 per week for YMCA members / $245 for non-YMCA members.

  • Little Artists Camp – Ages 5 – 6 and 7 – 8: 1 – 4 p.m. July 17 – 21. Campers will learn skills targeted for their age, working on projects that allow them to express themselves and learn technical skills. There will be an art show on the Friday afternoon of each week. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Let's Dance Camp – Ages 5 – 6 and 7 – 8: 1 – 4 p.m. June 26 – 30, July 24 – 28. This camp will introduce your camper to movement and dance, with a performance livestreamed on Friday. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Drama Camp – Ages 7 – 8 and 9 – 10: 1 – 4 p.m. June 12 – 16, July 10 – 14, July 31 – Aug. 4. Campers will create costumes, build sets and perform in a livestreamed play at the end of the week. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

GENERAL INTEREST

Anderson Area YMCA Camp Venture, 201 East Reed Road, Anderson, 864-716-6260, amikat@andersonareaymca.org, andersonareaymca.org. June 6 – Aug. 12 (closed July 4). Rising grades1 – 6. Camp includes a wide variety of activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, STEM projects, Camp Readers Program, a daily devotion and more. Camp themes encompass faith, honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. All staff are trained in CPR, first aid, child abuse prevention and blood borne pathogens. Camp maintains a 12:1 child to staff ratio.

ASPire Plus Summer Camp at After School Plus, 255 Service Bay Road, Mauldin, 864-881-4666, jennifer@afterschoolplus.org, afterschoolplus.com. June 5 – Aug. 4. Rising grades K4 – 8. Choose from more than 150 specialty camps for all interests, including cooking, fairies, Lego camps, unicorn, sports, arts and crafts, science and technology and more. Camps are week-long, half-day camps, with early care or after care options.

Bird-house building at a YMCA day Camp
Bird-house building at a YMCA day Camp

Caine Halter Family YMCA, 721 Cleveland St., Greenville, 864-679-9622, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • Counselor in Training Program – Rising grades 7 – 10: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. July 10 – Aug. 4. Programs are designed to help build up and equip future YMCA leaders. Campers will gain hands on skills, certifications, and professional development trainings. Programs are only available to rising grades 7 – 10 through an application process. Contact Taylor Munch to apply. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members. $100 deposit required.

  • Extended Day Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 7:30 – 9 a.m., noon – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Option to add on to a child's half-day specialty camp with additional activities. Extended camp is only available if a camper is signed up for a specialty camp. Extended day campers do not go on field trips. $65 per week for YMCA members / $85 for non-YMCA members.

  • Full Day Teen Camp – Ages 11 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 3 – 7 (not open July 4), July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Teen Camp offers a space where youth from all backgrounds are welcomed, discover new skills, establish positive relationships, and reach their full potential. Through different weekly themes, teens (rising grades 6 – 8) participate in activities and discussions that explore service learning and leadership development. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members.

  • Harry Potter Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 9 a.m. – noon June 19 – 23. Ages 9 – 13: 9 a.m. – noon July 24 – 28. Pack your trunk and head for Harry Potter Camp. In this experience, First Years will be sorted into houses, take a trip to Diagon Alley for supplies, take their first wizarding classes, and play quidditch. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Super Hero Camp – Ages 5 – 8: 9 a.m. – noon June 26 – 30. Campers will be immersed in the universe of their favorite Marvel and DC superheroes. Campers create their own superhero identity, write a comic book and film a short film. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Traditional Day Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 3 – 7 (not open July 4), July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Each week, campers play games, swim, go on field trips, and choose from activities such as sports, archery, cooking, crafts, outdoor skills and more. Each week provides unique experiences and themes. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members.

  • Y in the World Camp – Ages 7 – 13: 9 a.m. – noon July 10 – 14, July 31 – Aug. 4. Y in the World camp teaches geography skills, exposes children to other cultures, and nurtures a love for exploration and a sense of respect and empathy for other ways of life. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

Camp Mary Elizabeth, 330 Scout Drive, Spartanburg, 800-849-4475, customercare@gssc-mm.org, http://gssc-mm.org. June – Aug. 1. Girls in grades 1 – 6. Day camp includes traditional camp activities like hiking, games, campfires, and skill building, as well as theme-focused activities for each age group. Each week brings a whole new adventure, through weekly themes and age-appropriate badge activities. All girls are invited.

Christ Church Episcopal School Summer Encounters, 245 Cavalier Drive, Greenville, 864-414-3133, weldiet@cces.org, cces.org. Weekly camps May 31 – Aug. 7. Grades K4 – high school. CCES Summer Encounters offers 250 unique summer camps held on the campus of Christ Church Episcopal School. Offerings include Digging for Dinosaurs, Laser Tag, Woodworking, Pet Care, Let's Put On a Show, Cook a Good Book and a full slate of athletic and academic camps.

City of Greenville Parks and Recreation Super Summer Camp, greenvillesc.gov/summer. June 4 – July 28 (no camp July 4 – 5), 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ages 6 – 12 (must be rising grades 1 – 6 for 2023-2024 academic year).

Each week, campers will enjoy activities, arts and crafts, games, educational programs and field trips around Greenville. A healthy lunch will be provided each day. Registration is open Feb. 6 – 20 for returning campers and opens Feb. 21 for city and non-city residents. The cost is $455 for city residents and $550 for non-city residents. A non-refundable deposit of $150 is due at registration.

Registration for camp will be available at each of the four City of Greenville community centers:

  • David Hellams Community Center, 111 Spartanburg St.

  • Nicholtown Community Center, 112 Rebecca St.

  • Bobby Pearse Community Center, 904 Townes St.

  • West Greenville Community Center, 8 Rochester St.

Financial assistance is available for city residents only. Apply for financial aid at  Financial Aid Application.

Culinary Camps – Adventure Tech Summer Camps at Greenville Technical College, Truist Culinary & Hospitality Innovation Center, 556 Perry Ave., Suite B114, Greenville. gvltec.edu/community/camps/adventure-tech.html. Rising grades 6 – 8.

  • Mastering Baking Week, 1 – 5 p.m. June 12 – 15. Cost: $159

  • Weeknight Winners, 1 – 5 p.m. June 19 – 22. Cost: $159 (Meatless Monday, Taco Tuesday, Waste Not Wednesday, Throwback Thursday)

  • Global Gastronomy Part I, 1 – 5 p.m. July 10 – 13. Cost: $159 (Asia, Italy, Latin, Greece)

  • Global Gastronomy Part II, 1 – 5 p.m. July 17 – 20. Cost: $159 (India, Germany, North Africa, Island Cuisine)

Easley YMCA Summer Day Camp, 201 Burns Road, Easley, 864-855-9622. bestsummerever@pcymca.net, pcymca.net/summercamp. May 30 – July 28. Full details are online.

Eastside Family YMCA, 1250 Taylors Road, Taylors, 864-292-2790, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

Kayaking at a YMCA Day Camp
Kayaking at a YMCA Day Camp

  • Extended Day Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 7:30 – 9 a.m., noon – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Option to add on to a child's half-day specialty camp with additional activities. Extended camp is only available if a camper is signed up for a specialty camp. Extended day campers do not go on field trips. $65 per week for YMCA members / $85 for non-YMCA members.

  • Full Day Teen Camp – Ages 11 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 3 – 7 (not open July 4), July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Teen Camp offers a space where youth from all backgrounds are welcomed, discover new skills, establish positive relationships, and reach their full potential. Through different weekly themes, teens (rising grades 6 – 8) participate in activities and discussions that explore service learning and leadership development. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members.

  • Leader in Training/Counselor in Training Program – Ages 12 – 15: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – Aug. 4. Programs are designed to help build up and equip future YMCA leaders. Campers will gain hands on skills, certifications, and professional development trainings. Programs are only available to rising grades 7 – 10 through an application process. Contact Taylor Munch to apply. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members. $100 deposit required.

  • Traditional Day Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 3 – 7 (not open July 4), July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Each week, campers play games, swim, go on field trips, and choose from activities such as sports, archery, cooking, crafts, outdoor skills and more. Each week provides unique experiences and themes. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members.

Eden Farms Horse Camp, 4700 Dacusville Highway, Marietta, 864-898-0043, edenfarmssc@aol.com, .EdenFarms.net. Weekly, June 12 – July 28. Ages 6 – 14. Each day includes a riding lesson in the covered arena or a trail ride, as well as educational hands-on horse activities in the barn, arts and crafts, Bible devotion, snack, and more. Friends and family are invited to an end-of-week horse show where ribbons and certificates are awarded.

Foundations Early Learning Center – Extreme STEAM Summer Camp

For summer program details, visit foundationselc.com/summer. Ages 5 – 12. Extreme STEAM Summer Camp is a STEAM focused summer camp. Each week features an innovative theme packed with STEAM projects and related field trips. Camp includes academic components to keep your child learning, NFL Play 60 program, and more.

George I. Theisen Family YMCA, 100 Inspirational Way, Travelers Rest, 864-834-2400, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • Extended Day Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 7:30 – 9 a.m., noon – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Option to add on to a child's half-day specialty camp with additional activities. Extended camp is only available if a camper is signed up for a specialty camp. Extended day campers do not go on field trips. $65 per week for YMCA members / $85 for non-YMCA members.

  • Full Day Teen Camp – Ages 11 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 3 – 7 (not open July 4), July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Teen Camp offers a space where youth from all backgrounds are welcomed, discover new skills, establish positive relationships, and reach their full potential. Through different weekly themes, teens (rising grades 6 – 8) participate in activities and discussions that explore service learning and leadership development. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members.

  • Traditional Day Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 3 – 7 (not open July 4), July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Each week, campers play games, swim, go on field trips, and choose from activities such as sports, archery, cooking, crafts, outdoor skills and more. Each week provides unique experiences and themes. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members.

Greenville County Summer Day Camps, greenvillerec.com. Ages 6 – 11. June 5 – Aug. 4 (closed July 4). Camps are located at Brutontown, Freetown, Mt. Pleasant, Slater Hall, Sterling, Staunton Bridge, and Phillis Wheatley Community Centers. Teen Leadership Summer Day Camps – Ages 12 – 15. June 5 – Aug. 4 (closed July 4). Camps are located at Mt. Pleasant and Sterling Community Centers.

Hope Remains Ranch Summer Camp, Saddle-Up with Jesus, 1771 John Dodd Road, Wellford, 864-249-3532, info@hoperemains.org, hoperemains.org/special-events. June 5 – 7, June 12 – 14, June 19 – 21, June 26 – 28. Ages 5 – 12. Experience life on a ranch. This hands-on experience includes learning basic horsemanship skills such as grooming, daily horseback riding, games with miniature horses, finger painting with horses, hands-on horse care, and other horse-related adventures. A unique approach combines therapeutic activities with Biblical teachings that help promote spiritual growth.

KidsZone Drop-In Summer Camp, 21 Orchard Park Drive, Suite A, Greenville, 864-263-3895, dropin@kidszoneupstate.com, kidszone.care/summer-camp. June 6 – Aug. 4, Monday – Friday. Ages 5 – 12. Reserve a spot for summer online. Choose several hours, half a day or a full day. Summer options include field trips and special guests. Dedicated summer camp bookings will be available in the spring. Book as many days or weeks as needed. Field trips must be booked separately. The cost is $12 per hour, $80 per day (up to 9 hours), or $300 per week (up to 45 hours).

Mauldin Summer Camp, 10 City Center Drive, Mauldin, 864-335-4852, cityofmauldin.org/things-to-do/mauldin-sports-center/#summercamp. Camps begin June 5. Details are online.

Middle Tyger YMCA, 720 Shoals Road, Duncan, 864-433-9623, spartanburgymca.org. See summer camp details online.

Millie Lewis Greenville, 1228 S. Pleasantburg Drive, Suite B, Greenville, 864-299-1101, www.millielewisgreenville.com. Build confidence, poise and much more with programs for children and teens. Details will be available online.

Park Place Children’s Center Summer Camp, 205 Batesville Road, Simpsonville, 864-270-5910, cindy@parkplacechild.com, ParkPlaceChild.com. Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – Aug. 4. Completed grades K – 5. Each week will include crafts, group games and challenges, science experiments, tech time, playground time, a movie day and either off-campus or in-house field trips. Wednesdays feature water play and on Fridays every camper will participate in Amazing Athletes. Cost is $50 registration fee and $275 per week. Tuition includes breakfast, lunch, snack, field trips and/or special in-house activities.

Pickens YMCA Summer Day Camp, 2223 Gentry Memorial Highway, Pickens, 864-878-8380. bestsummerever@pcymca.net, pcymca.net/summercamp. Full details and registration are online.

R.O.Y. Upstate, Inc. Summer Program, 710 B Lowndes Hill Road, Suite E, Greenville, 864-609-4211, reachingouryouthupstate@outlook.com, reachingouryouthupstate.com. June 5 – Aug. 4, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ages 5 – 18. Reaching Our Youth's Summer Program is an educational journey that is filled with weekly field trips, local guest speakers, hands-on science experiments and more. Weekly tuition is $100 and includes all academic prep, field trips, three meals per day and transportation.

Spartanburg Day School Camp Griffin, 1701 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg. 864-680-4114. summer@sdsgriffin.org, spartanburgdayschool.org/summer. Ages 2 (30 months) – grade 8. Full day (9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) and half-day (9 a.m. – noon) programs are available, with early drop-off and late stay add-ons available. Lunch and snacks are included in full-day camps, and snacks are included in half-day camps.

  • Preschool camps include Camp Bluey, Camp Cocomelon, Kids in the Kitchen, Tumbling Tots and more.

  • Options for grades 5K – 1 include Tumbling and Cheer, Superhero Science, Summer Strings, Mess Fest '23 and more.

  • Options for grades 2 – 4 include Pokemon Power, Nerf Battle, Hogwarts Intro to Magic, Cupcakes and Coding and more.

  • Options for older campers include off-campus excursions – Day Trippers, Aqua Adventure, Peak and Paddle, Outdoor Odyssey and more.

Spartanburg Parks Summer Day Camps, Spartanburg, 864-542-5028, spartanburgparks.org. Ages 5 – 12. Contact for summer 2023 details.

Sunshine House – Legendary Summer Camp

For summer program details, visit sunshinehouse.com/summer. Ages 5 – 12. Each week includes new themed experiences, activities, and field trips. Immerse yourself in legends from Bigfoot to Atlantis, the legends of sports, legendary stars from music and screen, legendary fables and fairy tales, even the Knights of the Round Table.

The Children's Museum of the Upstate–Greenville, 300 College St., Greenville, 864-233-7755, info@tcmupstate.org, tcmupstate.org. June 5 – Aug. 4. Grades pre-K – 5 (must be potty trained). Discovery, learning and play await at Summer Camp at The Children's Museum of the Upstate. Campers explore a different theme each week in a unique museum setting.

The Children's Museum of the Upstate–Spartanburg, 130 Magnolia St., Spartanburg, 864-233-7755, spartanburg@tcmupstate.org, tcmupstate.org. June 5 – July 28. Pre-K. Discovery, learning and play await at Summer Camp at The Children's Museum of the Upstate. Campers explore a different theme each week in a unique museum setting.

Thomas E. Hannah YMCA, 151 Ribault St., Spartanburg, 864-585-0306, spartanburgymca.org. See summer camp details online.

Willis Road YMCA, 501 Willis Road, Spartanburg, 864- 310-6400, spartanburgymca.org. See summer camp details online.

YMCA Judson Community Center, 2 Eighth Street, Greenville, 864-271-8800, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • Full Day Teen Camp – Ages 11 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 3 – 7 (not open July 4), July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Teen Camp offers a space where youth from all backgrounds are welcomed, discover new skills, establish positive relationships, and reach their full potential. Through different weekly themes, teens (rising grades 6 – 8) participate in activities and discussions that explore service learning and leadership development. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members.

  • Traditional Day Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 3 – 7 (not open July 4), July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Each week, campers play games, swim, go on field trips, and choose from activities such as sports, archery, cooking, crafts, outdoor skills and more. Each week provides unique experiences and themes. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members.

YMCA Program Center, 100 Adams Mill Road, Simpsonville, 864-963-3608, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • Extended Day Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 7:30 – 9 a.m., noon – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Option to add on to a child's half-day specialty camp with additional activities. Extended camp is only available if a camper is signed up for a specialty camp. Extended day campers do not go on field trips. $65 per week for YMCA members / $85 for non-YMCA members.

  • Full Day Teen Camp – Ages 11 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 3 – 7 (not open July 4), July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Teen Camp offers a space where youth from all backgrounds are welcomed, discover new skills, establish positive relationships, and reach their full potential. Through different weekly themes, teens (rising grades 6 – 8) participate in activities and discussions that explore service learning and leadership development. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members.

  • Traditional Day Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 3 – 7 (not open July 4), July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Each week, campers play games, swim, go on field trips, and choose from activities such as sports, archery, cooking, crafts, outdoor skills and more. Each week provides unique experiences and themes. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members.

EDUCATION, SCIENCE AND NATURE

ASPire Plus Summer Camp at After School Plus, 255 Service Bay Road, Mauldin, 864-881-4666, jennifer@afterschoolplus.org, afterschoolplus.com. June 5 – Aug. 4. Rising grades K4 – 8. Choose from a variety of camps including Great Ready for grades K5/1/2/3/4/5, creative writing, Book Look, gardening, Super STEAM hero, game design coding, Under the Sea, Roblox, monsters and myths, bugs and more. Week-long, full- and half-day camps are offered, with early care and after care options.

Caine Halter Family YMCA, 721 Cleveland St., Greenville, 864-679-9622, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • Junior Engineering Camp – Ages 9 – 13. 9 a.m. – noon, June 26 – 30, July 31 – Aug. 4. In this building camp for curious innovators, campers will explore items from the world around them and figure out how they can build it better, from simple machines to propulsion cars. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Mad Scientist Camp – Ages 5 – 8. 9 a.m. – noon, June 12 – 16, July 17 – 21. Campers will begin by unleashing the awesomeness of the scientific method, then use it to explore the world of chemical reactions, discover the connection between solids, liquids, and gases, and much, much more. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

Camp Creekside at Camperdown Academy, 65 Verdae Commons Drive, Greenville,  camperdown.org/camp-creekside. Rising grades K5 - 8 students who struggle with dyslexia or other language-based learning differences. June 12 - 30 and/or July 10 - 28. Five days each week, campers will engage in a structured, multisensory educational program that includes: Orton-Gillingham Tutorial, Multisensory Math, Language Enrichment, Creative Arts, and optional keyboarding. Afternoons include a variety of engaging and fun activities that promote social growth and build self-esteem. Adventures include activities such as swimming, hiking, roller skating, and rock climbing.

Challenge Island Summer Camps – Register online at challenge-island.com/greenvillesc.

  • Woodruff Road Christian Church, Ages 5 – 11. 9 a.m. – noon, Monday – Thursday. Camps are $120 each, except Wacky Science & Slime – $125.

June 12 – 15: STEAM Tank EntrepreneurJune 19 – 22: Slimetopia 1: The beginningJune 26 – 29: Mine IslandJuly 10 – 13: Slimetopia 2: Total TakeoverJuly 17 – 20: Wacky ScienceJuly 24 – 27: Super STEAM Heroes

  • After School Plus, Monday-Friday. Cost is $165 each.

June 12 – 16: 9 a.m. – noon: Slimetopia Part I; 1 – 4 p.m.: Monsters & MythsJune 19 – 23: 9 a.m. – noon: Messy Gooey Science; 1 – 4 p.m.: Wizardry PartyJuly 10 – 14: 1 – 4 p.m.: Space CampJuly 24 – 28: 9 a.m. – noon: Slimetopia 2: Total Takeover; 1 – 4 p.m.: Super STEAM Heroes

  • Disciples CDC – Camps for preschool and elementary ages, details coming soon.

Christ Church Episcopal School Summer Encounters, 245 Cavalier Drive, Greenville, 864-414-3133, weldiet@cces.org, cces.org. Weekly camps May 31 – Aug. 7. Grades K4 – high school. CCES Summer Encounters offers 250 unique summer camps held on the campus of Christ Church Episcopal School. Offerings include Digging for Dinosaurs, Laser Tag, Woodworking, Pet Care, Let's Put On a Show, Cook a Good Book and a full slate of athletic and academic camps.

Greenville Technical College STEM Camps – Adventure Tech Summer Camps gvltec.edu/community/camps/adventure-tech.html. Rising grades 6 – 8. Cost: $159 per session.

3D Printing: Center for Manufacturing Innovation, 575 Millennium Blvd., Greenville. 1 – 5 p.m. June 19 – 22, July 17 – 20.

Virtual and Robotic Welding: Brashier Campus, 1830 West Georgia Road, Simpsonville. 1 – 5 p.m. June 26 – 29, July 10 – 13.

Automotive/Auto Body: McKinney Center, 227 N. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville. 8 a.m. – noon, June 26 – 29, July 24 – 27.

Automation & Robotics: Center for Manufacturing Innovation, 575 Millennium Blvd., Greenville. 8 a.m. – noon, June 12 – 15, July 17 – 20.

Greenville Technical College Junior Vet Care Camp – Adventure Tech Summer Camp, Greenville Tech Northwest Campus, 8109 White Horse Road, Greenville gvltec.edu/community/camps/adventure-tech.html. 8 a.m. – noon, June 19 – 22, July 10 – 13. Rising grades 6 – 8. Cost: $159 per session. Learn basic care for dogs and cats, including behavior recognition, first aid and CPR, preventive medicine, exercise needs and toxicology. Campers explore radiology, microscope viewing and analysis of bodily fluids, and an introduction to veterinary surgery. (No live animal contact in camps.)

Greenville Technical College Virtual STEAM Camps – Adventure Tech Summer Camps, blackrocket.com/online/gtc. Rising grades 6 – 8. Most classes are $169. Participate in virtual STEAM camps powered by Black Rocket. Choose from innovative courses with topics such as coding, game design, eSports, digital arts, virtual reality and more.

Greenville Zoo – Zoo Camp, 150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville, 864-467-4850, zooed@greenvillesc.gov, greenvillezoo.com. Ages 2 – 14. Zoo Camp brings conservation to all ages through games, experiments, behind-the-scenes adventures, animal encounters, keeper chats, and more. Look for registration and camp details online.

Hatcher Garden – Woodland Adventure Camp, 820 John B. White Sr. Blvd., Spartanburg, 864-574-7724, caroline@hatchergarden.org, hatchergarden.org. June. Grades 3 – 5. This four-day summer science and art camp is designed to entertain, educate, and enlighten. Programs are taught by trained educators and their assistants, incorporating South Carolina State Science, Mathematics, Language Arts, and Social Studies standards.

Jocassee Adventure Camp, 580 Jocassee Lake Road, P.O. Box 582, Salem, 864-280-5501, info@jocasseelaketours.com, jocasseelaketours.com. June – August, 10 a.m. – noon, every Friday. JAC is a multi-generation adventure designed to enhance family bonds. Adventures are designed for ages 5 and older, but all ages are welcome. The mission of Jocassee Adventure Camp is to provide a day of adventure and discovery around Lake Jocassee, giving children, parents, and grandparents a day to remember. Pontoon boats are outfitted with PFDs and all safety equipment, and adventures are led by child-friendly guides certified in first aid and CPR. Programs include short nature hikes, swimming in Lake Jocassee's waterfalls, and exploring the wild rivers, with activities suited to each age and physical ability.

Mathnasium

  • 1756 Woodruff Road, Greenville, 864-626-3030, greenvillefiveforks@mathnasium.com, mathnasium.com/greenvillefiveforks. June 1 – Aug. 31. Ages 7 – 13. Mathnasium Summer Programs feature customized learning programs and fun math games. Students work one-on-one with instructors as well as in small groups. Campers spend one hour on math instruction and the second hour is dedicated to games and activities.

  • 655 Fairview Rd #T, Simpsonville, simpsonville@mathnasium.com, mathnasium.com/simpsonville. June 1 – Aug. 31. Ages 7 – 13. Mathnasium summer camps include an initial assessment, one hour of instruction in the customized learning program, and one hour of games and activities.

Roper Mountain Summer Exploration Camps, 402 Roper Mountain Road, Greenville, 864-355-8900, liphilli@greenville.k12.sc.us, RoperMountain.org. Weekly June 5 – Aug. 4. Grades K4 – 9. Summer Explorations provides a wide variety of week-long day camps that mix learning and fun: art, animals, pop culture, physics, Legos, science fun for all ages and more. Camps are Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – noon or 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Member registration begins March 7. Open registration begins March 9. Upgrade to Creator or Originator membership for an invitation to onsite concierge registration on March 1 and 2.

South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St., Columbia, scmuseum.org/summercamps. Ages 6 – 11. Week-long camps focus on a different subject each day including natural history, astronomy, art, S.T.E.A.M and more. Details are online.

Spartanburg Science Center, 200 E. St. John St., Spartanburg, 864-583-2777, science@spartanarts.org, spartanburgsciencecenter.org/camps. June-August. Grades K4 – 9. Details are online. Registration opens in March.

STARS (Science, Technology, Arts, and Research Scholars) at Converse University, 580 East Main St., Spartanburg, 864-596-9000, neval.erturk@converse.edu, converse.edu/academics/humanities-sciences-business/biology-chemistry-physics/science-technology-and-research-scholars-stars. June 5 – 14. Ages 14 – 18. Science, Technology, Arts and Research Scholars (STARS) encourages interest in scientific research careers by pairing outstanding high school students with Converse faculty for long-term, in-depth science and technology projects. High school students are individually mentored in one of the Converse laboratories in biology, biochemistry, psychology and computer science. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents completing grades 9 – 11 before summer 2023. Applications for this competitive program are accepted for summer sessions. Applicants are not guaranteed a project will be available and will need to list more than one area of interest. Each applicant must submit three references and participate in an interview with a Converse faculty mentor.

YMCA Program Center, 100 Adams Mill Road, Simpsonville, 864-412-0288, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

Nature adventure at YMCA day camp
Nature adventure at YMCA day camp

  • STEM Camp – Ages 5 – 6 and 7 – 8: 1 – 4 p.m. June 12 – 16, July 10 – 14, July 31 – Aug. 4. Every day this camp is filled with experiments, projects and games to get campers thinking. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Game Lab Camp – Ages 7 – 8 and 9 – 10: 1 – 4 p.m. June 19 –23, July 17 – 21. Play board games, learn about how games work and create your own. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Adventure Camp – Ages 11 – 13: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 12 – 16, June 26 – 30, July 17 – 21, July 31 – Aug. 4. Learn outdoor skills and have two adventure field trips per week. $200 per week for YMCA members / $245 for non-YMCA members.

SPORTS

ASPire Plus Summer Camp at After School Plus, 255 Service Bay Road, Mauldin, 864-881-4666, jennifer@afterschoolplus.org, afterschoolplus.com. June 5 – Aug. 4. Rising grades K4 – 8. Choose from a variety of sports camps for all levels including basketball, martial arts, fencing, dodgeball, Nerf wars, fishing, functional movement for athletes, Wellness 101 and more. More than 150 week-long, full- and half-day camps are offered, with early care and after care options.

Caine Halter Family YMCA, 721 Cleveland St., Greenville, 864-679-9622, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • All Sports Camp – Ages 9 – 13. 9 a.m. – noon, July 24 – 28. Each day will focus on a different sport, learning the basics of each and playing a scrimmage every day. Parents will be invited for a full game on Friday. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Basketball Camp – Ages 5 – 8: 9 a.m. – noon, June 5 – 9, July 24 – 28. Ages 9 – 13: 9 a.m. – noon June 12 – 16, July 31 – Aug. 4. Designed for kids who are being introduced to the sport or have played a few seasons and are beginning to develop basic skills. Learn proper dribbling techniques, passing, basics of defense and more. Kids will play a game or tournament style games on Friday. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Flying Disc Sports Camp – Ages 9 – 13: 9 a.m. – noon June 5 – 9. Flying Disc Sports Camp is all about the frisbee – half disc golf, half ultimate frisbee. Campers will learn different throwing techniques for all scenarios along with rules for both games. On Friday they will play a mock course and an ultimate frisbee game. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Flag Football Camp – Ages 6 – 13: 9 a.m. – noon June 26 – 30. Kids will be broken into groups by age and learn different routes to run, defense skills, how to rip a flag away and more. Parents will be invited to watch a game on Friday. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Junior Lifeguard Camp – Ages 11 – 14: 9 a.m. – noon June 19 – 23, July 10 – 14. Camp prepares youth and teens for the responsibility of supervising and keeping a pool deck safe. Campers will train and learn procedures such as general safety rules, how to respond to aquatic emergencies, and buddy checks. Campers will also complete American red Cross CPR and First Aid certification. Must be at least 11 years old and be able to swim at least 100 yards continuously, any stroke. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Junior Triathlon Camp – Ages 7 – 11: 9 a.m. – noon June 26 – 30. Ages 11 – 15: 9 a.m. – noon July 17 – 21. Prepares and trains athletes to complete triathlon events. From new to experienced athletes, Y staff will adapt the activities for all levels to develop valuable skills. Equipment list will be emailed out prior to camp and be branch specific. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Soccer Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 9 a.m. – noon June 19 – 23, July 17 – 21. Kids will be divided by age and will work on age-appropriate skills. Campers will learn how to properly pass, dribble, control the ball, shoot and more. Parents will be invited to watch a game on Friday. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Swim Camp – Ages 6 – 12: 9 a.m. – noon June 5 – 9, June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, July 10 – 14, July 24 – 28, June 26 – 30, July 17 – 21, July 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Swim Camp is held in weekly sessions throughout the summer for swimmers of all levels. Improve swimming strokes and learning how to be safer in and around water. Campers will be divided into groups based on swim assessment skill level. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Tennis Camp – Ages 6 – 12: 9 a.m. – noon June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21. Campers will learn the rules, how to serve the ball, and the basic strokes of the game. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Track & Field Camp – Ages 8 – 13: 9 a.m. – noon June 12 – 16. Campers will learn proper running technique, drills and exercises to limit injury and throw objects as far as they can. Campers will have their own track meet Friday morning. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Volleyball Camp – Ages 8 – 13: 9 a.m. – noon July 10 – 14. Campers will learn how to serve consistently over the net, how to hit the ball to both teammates and over the net and more. Campers will play a full volleyball game Friday morning. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

Christ Church Episcopal School Summer Encounters, 245 Cavalier Drive, Greenville, 864-414-3133, weldiet@cces.org, cces.org. Weekly camps May 31 – Aug. 7. Grades K4 – high school. CCES Summer Encounters offers 250 unique summer camps held on the campus of Christ Church Episcopal School. Offerings include Digging for Dinosaurs, Laser Tag, Woodworking, Pet Care, Let's Put On a Show, Cook a Good Book and a full slate of athletic and academic camps.

Clemson University Sports Camps, Clemson, clemson.edu/summer/camps. A wide variety of athletics camps are offered. Details will be available online.

Converse Athletic Camps, 580 E. Main St., Spartanburg, 864-577-2050, govalkyries.com. Camp options include acrobatics and tumbling, basketball, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, tennis softball, swimming and volleyball. Details and registration are online.

Easley Gymnastics Camp, 106 Beacon Hill Court, Easley, 864-269-2007, staff@easleygym.com, EasleyGym.com. June 12 – 16, July 17 – 21, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Ages 5 and older. Beginners and all class levels welcome. Daily snacks are included, with pizza on Friday. The cost for members is $225 per week and $275 per week for nonmembers.

Eastside Family YMCA, 1250 Taylors Road, Taylors, 864-292-2790, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • All Sports Camp – Ages 5 – 14: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. July 3 – 7. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members / $50 per child registration fee.

  • Basketball Camp – Ages 5 – 14: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 12 – 16, July 17 – 21. Each day campers will go through skills training (passing, shooting, dribbling, rebounding, defense/positions) and team conditioning (running/sprints) with the goal of building confidence as an athlete and individual. Each day features a word of the day devotion during snack time. Campers will be split into groups according to age and/or ability and all groups will develop skills throughout the week and participate in an end of the week intersquad scrimmage. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members / $50 per child registration fee.

  • Flag Football Camp – Ages 5 – 14: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 5 – 9, July 10 – 14. Each day campers will go through skills training (passing, throwing, catching, route running, defense/positions) and team conditioning (running/sprints) with the goal of building confidence as an athlete and individual. Each features a word of the day devotion during snack time. Campers will be divided according to age and/or ability and all groups will develop skills throughout the week and participate in an end of the week meet/competition. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members / $50 per child registration fee.

  • Junior Lifeguarding Camp – Ages 11 – 14: noon – 3 p.m. June 12 – 16, June 26 – 30. Camp prepares youth and teens for the responsibility of supervising and keeping a pool deck safe. Campers will train and learn procedures such as general safety rules, how to respond to aquatic emergencies, and buddy checks. Campers will also complete American red Cross CPR and First Aid certification. Campers must be at least 11 years old and be able to swim at least 100 yards continuously, any stroke. $105 per week for YMCA members / $145 for non-YMCA members.

  • Junior Triathlon Camp – Ages 7 – 11: noon – 3 p.m. June 12 – 16, June 26 – 30. Triathlon Camp and Jr. Tri Camp prepare and train athletes to complete triathlon events. $105 per week for YMCA members / $145 for non-YMCA members.

  • Soccer Camp – Ages 5 – 14: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 19 – 23, July 24 – 28. Each day campers will go through skills training (passing, shooting, dribbling, defense/positions) and team conditioning (running/sprints) with the goal of building confidence as an athlete and individual. Each day features a word of the day devotion during snack time. Campers will be split into groups according to age and/or ability and all groups will develop skills throughout the week and participate in an end of the week meet/competition. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members / $50 per child registration fee.

  • Swim Camp – Ages 5 – 13: noon – 3 p.m. June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, June 24 – 28. Swim Camp is held in weekly sessions throughout the summer for swimmers of all levels. Improve swimming strokes and learning how to be safer in and around water. Campers will be divided into groups based on swim assessment skill level. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Volleyball Camp – Ages 5 – 14: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 26 – 30, July 31 – Aug. 4. Each day campers will run with the same format but the campers will go through skills training (passing, setting, serving, defense/positions) and team conditioning (running/sprints) with the goal of building confidence as an athlete and individual. Each day features a word of the day devotion during snack time. Campers will be split into groups according to age and/or ability and all groups will develop skills throughout the week and participate in an end of the week meet/competition. $155 per week for YMCA members / $200 for non-YMCA members / $50 per child registration fee.

Foothills Gymnastics Center, 198 Couch Lane, Easley, 864-855-9660, kimfgc@aol.com, foothillsgymnasticscenter.com.

  • Gymnastics Camp – June and July. Ages 5 and older. All skill levels. Learn skills and drills on the vault, bars, beam and floor. Energetic, safety-certified coaches work with small groups to identify strengths, teach proper technique and encourage gymnasts to reach their highest potential. Students will be awarded a medal and certificate of participation at the end of camp.

  • Ninja Camp – June and July. Ages 4 and older. Core muscle control is essential for superhero strength. Build strength with chin-ups, box jumps, handstand walks and more. Side rolls, height drop, kong, strides, step vault, climbing, flipping are all a part of this camp. Students will receive a cool Ninja Monkey achieve band.

  • Athlete Boot Camp – July. Ages 6 and older. Train like an athlete with fitness goals for overall sports agility. Work on balance, speed, flexibility, and reflexes which are all necessary for any sport.

  • Cheer and Tumble Camp – July. Ages 4 and older. Includes fundamentals of cheer, tumbling, stunts, motions, dance, jumps and more. Campers will learn a dance routine, cheers and chants with stunts and jumps incorporated and more. A certificate of participation and a Foothills CHEER Bow will be given at the end of the camp week.

Furman Volleyball Camp
Furman Volleyball Camp

Furman Volleyball Camp, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Alley Gym, Greenville, 864-420-8993, furmanvolleyballcamp@gmail.com, furmanvolleyballcamp.com. July 10 – 13.

  • Full-day camp for rising grades 6 – 9: Open to all skill levels and genders, whether you're an athlete that is playing at the club level or is new to the game of volleyball. Campers will have the opportunity to learn from the Furman Volleyball coaching staff, work with the current FUVB players, and compete with and against other athletes in your age group. Athletes will be grouped depending on skill level and age.

  • Half-day camp for rising grades 3 – 5: Campers will have the opportunity to learn from the Furman Volleyball coaching staff and work with the current FUVB players. Camp covers basic skills and volleyball strategies, while focusing on the fun of learning and competing with others. All experience levels are welcome, and campers will be grouped depending on their skill level and age.

Furman University Sports Camps, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, furman.edu/summer-programs/youth-programs/athletic-programs. A wide variety of summer athletics camps are offered. Details will be available online.

George I. Theisen Family YMCA, 100 Inspirational Way, Travelers Rest, 864-834-2400, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • Basketball Camp – Ages 5 – 10: 9 a.m. – noon July 10 – 14. Camp is for any skill level player. Campers are grouped based on age and skill level. They focus on basic or more advanced drills of dribbling, passing, and shooting. Parents can join at 11:15 a.m. Friday for a display of what campers learned. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Soccer Camp – Ages 5 – 10: 9 a.m. – noon June 12 – 16. Camp is for any skill level player. Campers are grouped based on age and skill level. They focus on basic or more advanced drills of dribbling, scoring, and shooting. Parents can join at 11:15 a.m. Friday for a display of what campers learned. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

Haas Family Golf Summer Camp, 8000 Pelham Road, Greenville, 864-288-0001, sandy@haasfamilygolf.com, haasfamilygolf.com. June – August. Ages 6 – 16. Learn to play golf from tee to green. Camps are 9 a.m. – noon, Monday – Thursday and include three days of swing building, short game practice and putting games and one day playing on the golf course. Camps are co-ed and all levels are welcome. No clubs needed. Camps are rain or shine – covered hitting areas are available for shelter for sun/heat and rain. Camps taught by LPGA Class A Teaching Professional Sandy Halkett and her teaching team.

Kroc Greenville Sports Camp, 424 Westfield St., Greenville, 864-527-5948, joseph.reed@uss.salvationarmy.org, krocgreenville.org/KrocGreenville/camp. June 5 – July 28. Ages 6 – 13. Half–day sports camp does helps children continue to develop their talents and abilities during school break. Motivated by God's love, the program strives to develop the whole child within their environment and to help them grow physically, mentally, and socially. Each week features a different sports theme, and includes swim time in the indoor pool.

Middle Tyger YMCA, 720 Shoals Road, Duncan, 864-433-9623, spartanburgymca.org. See summer camp details online.

Nike Soccer Camp, 2 Promenade Drive, Greenville, 864-294-2053, andrew.burr@furman.edu, ussportscamps.com/soccer/nike/nike-soccer-camp-furman-university. Ages 4 – 14, June 26 – 30. Nike Soccer Camp is geared towards all levels. Players will work on mastering the proper fundamentals and techniques and advancing their overall skills and knowledge of the game – a great opportunity for players to learn through a mix of drills, games, and competitive play. Camps are designed to maximize player participation. Coaches will implement a wide range of technical, physical, and tactical activities with a focus on fun.

Ninja Warrior and Parkour Camp, 10 Webb Road, Unit 100, Greenville, 864-775-4844, info@motivemovement.org, motivemovement.org/summer-camp-2023. June 5 – Aug. 4. Ages 5 – 14. Camp includes obstacle courses, games, crafts, open gym time, and more. The facility is equipped with obstacles from the American Ninja Warrior TV show as well as two Olympic size trampolines, a spring floor, parkour section, and foam pit.

Roller Time Skating Academy – Summer Skate Camp, 2310 River Road, Piedmont, 864-412-5333, rollertimeskatingacademy@gmail.com, facebook.com/Roller-Time-Skating-Academy-440434612690018. June 12 – 16, 9 a.m. – noon, and July 17 – 21, 9 a.m. – noon. Grades K4 – 6. Learn new skills on roller skates this summer.

The Little Gym Summer Camps, 1607 Laurens Road, Suite 102, Greenville, 864-431-8832, tlggreenvillesc@thelittlegym.com, tlggreenvillesc.com. June 5 – Aug. 4. Ages 3 – 8. Each three-hour event includes themed games, activities, and crafts. Campers build confidence while overcoming challenges and learning new things along the way. Sign up for a day, a few days, or a week at a time. Weekly themes include superhero, pirates, princess and prince party, ninja warrior, pirates, and more.

Tiger Golf Academy, Clemson University, 310 Lucas Glover Drive, Clemson, 864-637-8013, TigerGolfAcademy@gmail.com, tigergolfacademy.com. Ages 10-17, June 10 – 14 or June 17 – 21. Overnight and day camps available. Campers are grouped by age and ability. See website for full details and registration.

YMCA Program Center, 100 Adams Mill Road, Simpsonville, 864-412-0288, info@ymcagreenville.org, ymcagreenville.org/programs/youth-family/summer-day-camp.

  • Baseball Camp – Ages 5 – 10: 8:45 a.m. – noon July 3 – 7, July 24 – 28. Each day campers in baseball will go through skills training (athletic positioning, throwing, fielding, hitting, and player positions) and team conditioning (running/sprints) with the goal of building confidence as an athlete and individual. Each day features a word of the day devotion during snack time. Campers will be split into groups according to age and/or ability and all groups will develop skills throughout the week and participate in an end of the week intersquad scrimmage. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Basketball Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 8:45 a.m. – noon June 19 – 23, July 17 – 21. Each day campers will go through skills training (passing, shooting, dribbling, rebounding, defense/positions) and team conditioning (running/sprints) with the goal of building confidence as an athlete and individual. Each day will feature a word of the day devotion during snack time. Campers will be split into groups according to age and/or ability and all groups will develop skills throughout the week and participate in an end of the week intersquad scrimmage. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Cross Country and Track & Field Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 8:45 a.m. – noon July 3 – 7, July 24 – 28. Each day campers will go through skills training (interval running, running form, long/triple jumps, relays, starts) and team conditioning (running/sprints) with the goal of building confidence as an athlete and individual. Each day features a word of the day devotion during snack time. Campers will be split into groups according to age and/or ability and all groups will develop skills throughout the week and will participate in an end of the week meet/competition. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Flag Football Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 8:45 a.m. – noon June 12 – 16, July 10 – 14. Each day campers will go through skills training (passing, throwing, catching, route running, defense/positions) and team conditioning (running/sprints) with the goal of building confidence as an athlete and individual. Each day features a word of the day devotion during snack time. Campers will be split into groups according to age and/or ability and all groups will develop skills throughout the week and participate in an end of the week meet/competition. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Healthy & Fit Camp – Ages 7 – 8 and 9 – 10: 1 – 4 p.m. June 5 – 9, June 26 – 30, July 24 – 28. This healthy camp promotes an active lifestyle. Learn healthy snacks to make at home and get fit while having fun. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Soccer Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 8:45 a.m. – noon June 5 – 9, June 26 – 30, July 31 – Aug. 4. Each day campers will go through skills training (passing, shooting, dribbling, defense/positions) and team conditioning (running/sprints) with the goal of building confidence as an athlete and individual. Each day features a word of the day devotion during snack time. Campers will be split into groups according to age and/or ability and all groups will develop skills throughout the week and will participate in an end of the week meet/competition. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Swim Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 1 – 4 p.m. June 12 – 16, June 19 – 23, June 26 – 30, July 10 – 14, July 17 – 21, June 24 – 28, July 31 – Aug. 4. Swim Camp is held in weekly sessions throughout the summer for swimmers of all levels. Improve swimming strokes and learning how to be safer in and around water. Campers will be divided into groups based on swim assessment skill level. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Triathlon Camp – Ages 11 – 15: 9 a.m. – noon June 26 – 30, July 17 – 21, July 31 – Aug. 4. Triathlon Camp and Jr. Tri Camp prepare and train athletes to complete triathlon events. From new to experienced athletes, Y staff will adapt the activities for all levels to develop valuable skills. Equipment list will be emailed out prior to camp and be branch specific. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

  • Volleyball Camp – Ages 5 – 13: 8:45 a.m. – noon July 3 – 7, July 24 – 28. Each day campers will run with the same format but the campers will go through the following skills training (passing, setting, serving, defense/positions) and team conditioning (running/sprints) with the goal of building confidence as an athlete and individual. Each day features a word of the day devotion during snack time. Campers will be split into groups according to age and/or ability and all groups will develop skills throughout the week and participate in an end of the week meet/competition. $105 per week for YMCA members / $130 for non-YMCA members.

This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Upstate Parent's 2023 Day Camp Guide