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Half-Day Camps

Are you looking for a summer camp that is just half a day or a couple of hours? Here’s our list of venues that offer half-day or fewer-hour summer camps in Upstate, SC. This list includes a wide variety of summer camps so you’re sure to find something your kids will love!

half day summer camps

For a complete list of summer camps in the Upstate, see our Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps near Greenville, SC.

YMCA of Greenville

TITLE SPONSOR | Various Locations, Upstate, SC

YMCA summer camp 2023

KABOOM finalist

2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Summer Camp
2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Sports Program
2023 KABOOM Family Favorites First Place: Childcare Center
2023 KABOOM Family Favorites First Pace: Afterschool Care


YMCA of Greenville Summer Day Camp

Magic is in the adventure, and we can’t wait to start our 2023 summer adventure at YMCA of Greenville’s Summer Day Camp! Offered for school-aged children, the YMCA of Greenville hosts a variety of weekly camps like full-day traditional camp and teen camp, half-day specialty camps for sports, aquatics, dance, and science, and extended day camp for specialty camp participants who want the full-day experience.

Summer Day Camp is offered at Caine Halter Family YMCA (Greenville), Eastside Family YMCA (Taylors), George I. Theisen Family YMCA (Travelers Rest), Judson Community Center (Greenville) and YMCA Program Center (Simpsonville). 

Every week, counselors and staff work hard to instill the Y’s core values of respect, caring, honesty, responsibility, and faith all in a safe and fun environment. 

Financial assistance is available for most camps.

YMCA Camp Greenville

For 111 years, generations of campers have experienced YMCA Camp Greenville’s “magic on the mountain.” Camp Greenville’s unique mountaintop setting on 1,400 acres and adventurous programs make for unforgettable experiences that provide a lifetime of memories.

Camp Greenville has 3 overnight session offerings including Base Camp, Adventure Trips, and specialty camps (Parent/Me and Leadership Development Program).  

Additionally, Camp Greenville also offers multiple Family Camp options throughout the year! 

Financial assistance is available for most camps. 

Field Trips, Friends & Fun at the Sunshine House’s Legendary Summer Camp

Dive into all things LEGENDARY at the Sunshine House Early Learning Academy’s Legendary Summer Camp!

This summer, immerse yourself in the legends – from Bigfoot to Atlantis, legendary stars from music and screen, tales from the legends of sports, explore legendary fables, and even the Knights of the Round Table!

  • Unforgettable field trips & activities
  • Unique weekly themes
  • Safe, licensed, and secure
  • Staff certified in first aid and CPR; trained in health & safety
  • Healthy meals and snacks included

Each week is a blast, with unique themed experiences and hands-on activities. And our field trips are always a highlight! Water parks, zoos, planetariums, amusement parks, museums, stadium tours, and the list goes on.

Where else will your camper splash around a water park, design their own comic book character, recover dragon eggs, and tour a football stadium – all in the same camp?

Spots are limited, so contact us today to register and claim your FREE swag bag!

Designed for campers 5-12 years old. Junior camp, designed for younger children, is available at select locations.

13 Upstate locations!

International Ballet

SPONSORED 864.879.9404 | 1018 South Batesville Road, Greer, SC

international ballet 2023 summer camp

Join International Ballet for an exciting Summer Experience! Ballet Camps are held Monday – Friday and feature age appropriate ballet emphasizing creativity, coordination, and musicality. Students will explore all facets of the art of ballet, learning about the story, music and costumes of classic story ballets. Theme of the first week is “Cinderella”, the theme of the 2nd week is “Sleeping Beauty”. Each week of camp culminates with an in-studio performance for parents and friends of our young campers to show off what they’ve learned. Summer camp faculty includes Liz Blackwood, Jessica Springer and Josha Williams.

No formal ballet training required
July 10-14 and July 17-21
Monday – Friday, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Ages 3-10

Price per week (discount for both weeks)
$185/week or $355/2 weeks

Batesville Road Studio Location, 1018 S Batesville Rd, Greer, SC 29651
864-879-9404

Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

Music Math Multilingual Christian Academy

SPONSORED 864.729.2873 | Suite E-9 and D-9, McAlister Square (University Center), 225 S Pleasantburg Dr, Greenville, SC

MMM Summer Camp 2023

Music Math Multilingual Christian Academy is now open for summer camp registration and 2023-2024 school year registration! Throughout the months of June and July, our school is offering summer camps in music, math, robotics, Mandarin/Spanish/English immersion, creative arts, ping pong, and Chinese cooking! Ages and prices vary depending on each camp.

Camps will be held at MMM Academy’s location at McAlister Square, 225 S Pleasantburg Drive in Greenville, SC, and we welcome you to visit our space to find out more and to register in person. You can also register at this form or at our website: mmmchristianacademy.com/summer-camp or contact us at [email protected].

Our school is also open for registration for the 2023-24 school year for both part-time and full-time students. As a language immersion school, we offer classes in Spanish or Mandarin while both our part-time and full-time programs have the option to simultaneously supply credits in English, math, science, social studies, music, and art. We offer afterschool and weekend enrichment programs as well. Please visit mmmchristianacademy.com or contact us to learn more.

We can’t wait to meet your students this summer!

Christ Church Episcopal School Summer Encounters

SPONSORED 864.299.1522 ext. 1242 | 245 Cavalier Dr, Greenville, SC

Christ Church Summer Camp 2023

KABOOM First Place

 

2023 KABOOM Awards Family Favorites 1st Place: Summer Camps


WELCOME TO SUMMER ENCOUNTERS, CAMPS FOR CURIOUS KIDS!

2023 camps will begin May 31! Summer Encounters is a day camp program in Greenville, SC. It hosts a comprehensive, diverse, and exciting collection of summer camps that provide meaningful opportunities for any child in grades K4 to 12. With almost 300 camps (75 are NEW) over 11 weeks, Summer Encounters offers something for everyone! Adventures in sports, creative pursuits, cooking, science and technology, service learning, and more! There are even some fun academic camps to give kids a “jump start” on the next school year. Last year approximately 1700 campers from over 100 schools explored with us.

Summer Encounters Camps would be honored to invite your family to join us for an exciting summer of new discoveries, friendships, and lasting memories. Registration opens on February 15th. If you would like a brochure or need assistance in any way, please contact Traci Weldie at [email protected] or 864.299.1522 x1242.

Yellowbobbypins Art Camp

SPONSORED 864.238.0599 | 1320 Hampton Avenue Ext., Greenville, SC

Yellowbobbypins Summer Camp 2023
Yellowbobbypins Art Camp designs summer art camps that your kids will talk about for years to come! Sign up for one week or eight weeks. Your child will come home confident, energetic and empowered in their ability to make art.

 

Camps are open to rising K5 through rising 6th graders. Age groups for each week will vary based on the week’s theme and the fine motor skill that will be required for projects.

 

A typical day starts with circle time and general directions for the day. After an hour or so of creating, we take a break for a snack and playtime. We finish our morning with more creative adventures. We will end the week with an art show displaying all our creations for parents and friends.

 

June 5-9: Dollhouse Camp
June 12-16: Dragons and Castles Camp
June 19-23: Mermaids, Unicorns and Fairies Camp
June 26-30: Animal Camp
July 10-14: Sewing and Felting Camp
July 17-21: Harry Potter Camp
July 24-28: Treehouses and Treasures Camp
July 31-August 4: Mermaids, Unicorns and Fairies Camp
August 7-11: Animal Camp

Ignite STEAM Camp

SPONSORED 864.787.8621 | 216 Bransfield Rd., Greenville, SC

Ignite Summer Camp 2023

Weekly half-day summer STEAM camps will ignite your child’s ingenuity and spark a passion for science, engineering, and robotics.

At Ignite, STEAM isn’t about worksheets or textbooks. Our summer camps look like a room full of excited creative kids exploring science, creatively tackling engineering challenges, learning introductory coding, and gaining confidence in their abilities to bring their own ideas to life. It’s sometimes noisy, sometimes focused, and always FUN!

This summer we have 6 weeks of half-day camps with morning and afternoon sessions running June 12 – July 28 that will delight your junior engineer. Whether your 6 – 13 year–old child is interested in robotics, designing and building, chemical reactions, or just messy fun, Ignite has a camp for you!

Check out details on our Beginning and Advanced Robotics, How Things Work Engineering Camp, Art, Robots, and Fun, and STEM, Wonder, and Curiosity on our website.

NoteAbility

SPONSORED 864.630.6455 | 4200 East North Street Suite 5, Greenville, SC

Summer Camp 2023 KAG Graphic Noteability

Join NoteAbility this summer!  With lots of free time to create, summer is the BEST time to find your jam…and discover unlimited possibilities with music-making! 

WEEK LONG CAMPS (2023)

Noteability will host a themed morning (9am-12pm) and/or afternoon (1pm-4pm) camp each week (for 10 weeks) from June to August at the Greenville location. Campers can attend one (or both) camps and early drop-off and late pick up are available. There is something for ALL LEVELS/ABILITIES! Ask about custom camps if you don’t see a perfect fit!

  • Build: Make Your Own Instrument + Music Themed Lego Kit
  • Ocean Adventures Vocal Camp
  • Unicorns, Dinosaurs + Ukuleles
  • Star Wars Camp
  • Princesses and Piano for Beginners
  • Strings for Beginners
  • Recording Rockstars!
  • Sing! 2 Vocal Camp
  • Explore!: a sampler of an instrument each day-piano, strings, guitar, drums and voice

*If your child does not meet the age requirement, Noteability will consider exceptions on a case by case basis. Don’t see a camp on the week you need? They can add camps for groups of 6 or more on request. Please reach out with any questions to [email protected].  ALL CHILDREN IN CAMP MUST BE POTTY TRAINED.

To see full camp offerings visit NoteAbility.

In addition to camps, Noteability also offers WEEKLY LESSONS and WEEKLY CLASSES. For lesson registration, contact [email protected]!

Arts in Motion

SPONSORED 864.308.2882 | 401 E Kennedy Street, Spartanburg, SC

Arts in Motion Summer Camp 2023

Magical Mornings Camp (ages 3 – 5)

Come join our Magical Mornings camp this summer at Arts in Motion! Students will participate in weekly themes to help put on a show by learning to dance, crafts, a story they create, and ends with a performance! 

Broadway Bound Camp (ages 6 and older)

Students ages 6 and up will participate in creating and putting on a show in 4 weeks. Students will learn scenes, choreography, music, and explore behind the scenes by assisting in set painting, prop design, and costumes! Each session will end with a performance. There are two Broadway Bound camps to choose from. 

Descendents: June 5th – 20th; 9 am – 3 pm
Matilda: July 5th – August 4th; 9 am – 3 pm

AIM will also offer weekly summer classes Tuesday through Thursday, including Ballet/Tumble, Ballet/Tap, Jazz/Musical Theatre, Tumble & Twirl, Intro to Acro, Acro I and II, Ballet/Lyrical, Intro to Hip Hop, Beginner Hip Hop, DSAU Discover Dance Class, and Visual Art

South Carolina Children's Theatre

SPONSORED 864.235.2885 | 153 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC

SCCT 2023 Summer Camps KAG

South Carolina Children’s Theatre provides half-day summer camps for students ages 3 – 12th grade in acting, musical theatre, creative storytelling, theatrical design, improvisation, and more!

Caregivers can address any questions with SCCT Registrar Jill Wolf at 864.235.2885 ext. 105 (Mon, Tues, or Thur till 2:30 PM) or by email at [email protected].

About SCCT’s Education Program
Established in 1992, SCCT’s Theatre Arts Conservatory is a year-round program for students ages 3-18. The format includes Advanced-Level Studios, Intermediate, Process, Musical Theatre, Story Drama, and Exploration Classes, as well as Specialty Classes & Workshops. Each format offers unique games, activities, and challenges for the theatre student.

We believe that theatre arts training is like any other form of training; the more you do it, the better you get. Just as a dancer takes class after class of ballet; or a soccer player trains year after year with a team, theatre arts training is most effective when the student is repeatedly exposed to vocabulary, theories, and exercises. At SCCT, we hope to provide a variety of creative opportunities that encourage creative thinking, develop verbal and social skills, and bolster self-esteem. Skills needed for any job, not just acting.

M&G Kids Create!

SPONSORED 864.770.1331 | 1700 Wade Hampton Blvd. , Greenville, SC

M&G Kids Create! 2023 Summer Camp

Elements of Art

For first-time kindergartners or rising 1st graders

If you have a K5 child that doesn’t want to miss out on fun with art, then bring your beginner to M&G for a special kindergarten camp focused on the Elements of Art. Your child will enjoy multiple art projects, age-appropriate lessons, interactive games, and snacks while learning about line, shape, color, and texture. This 5-day morning camp will keep your young starter so engaged, he won’t even know he’s learning!

Note: K5 campers must turn 5 years old by September 1, 2023

 

Art Around the World

1st—6th grade (ages 6-12)

Italy, China, Egypt, Australia! Students will learn about animal symbolism, colors, patterns and much more as they explore different art forms from around the globe. This 5-day morning camp includes artistic and cultural discoveries, snacks, and new friends, and it concludes with a special art exhibition for young creatives to showcase their week’s adventures.

 

Dates: 9:30 AM to 12 PM daily

· June 5-9; Art Exhibition & Reception, June 10

· June 12-16; Art Exhibition & Reception, June 17

· June 19-23; Art Exhibition & Reception, June 24

Fee: includes daily instruction, art supplies, and snack

· Museum Members: $85

· Non-Member: $90

Dance Without Limits

SPONSORED 864.412.7788 | 115 Pelham Road, Ste. 24, Greenville, SC

Dance without Limits 2023 Summer Camp

Dance Without Limits is excited to offer themed dance camps for ages 3-10 this summer!

We offer half-day and full-day options. Our camps include lots of dancing, themed crafts, games, and a snack.

On Fridays, we do a special performance for families!
In addition to our day camps, we offer dance classes in the evenings for a 6-week summer session (ages 10-18).
New this Summer, we are offering a 6-week Twinkle session for the little ones!

At Dance Without Limits, we believe dance is for everybody. Regardless of age, shape, size, or ability, we believe every child can benefit from and deserves the chance to dance. We pride ourselves on offering quality dance training in a wholesome, family-friendly atmosphere.

Registration for our summer camps opens February 22nd. Don’t miss your chance to spend the summer on the dance floor!

Kids R Kids

SPONSORED 864.288.5455 | Two locations, Upstate, SC

Kids R Kids summer camp-min

This is the place to be in 2023!  With a new theme each week, we’ll play to the strengths of the “connected generation” – aka Gen Z- exploring everything from aerospace to zoology in an on-demand world.

Big adventures, innovation, imagination, and great new friends – this Kids ‘R’ Kids fun!”

Kroc Greenville Summer Camps: Make this a summer to remember by enrolling your kids in Kroc Greenville’s Summer Camps! Participants aged 6-12 are welcome to attend one of two fantastic summer camps, Summer Sports Camp and Summer Art Camp. These half-day camps are sure to keep your child engaged through age-specific activities designed by our knowledgeable and passionate staff.

Sports Camp: Our Summer Sports Camp features a different sport each week! Here, participants will learn about and play a different sport each week.

Art Camp: Our Summer Art Camp participants will enjoy the creative process of making and exploring with various art mediums.

What you need to know: Both camps take place at Kroc Greenville and feature indoor and outdoor activities. There is time allotted for participants to enjoy a snack from home. Participants even have the opportunity to swim at the end of each day, so be sure to pack a swimsuit!

After School Plus

SPONSORED (864) 881-4666 | 255 Service Bay Road, Mauldin, SC

After School Plus Summer Camp 2023

Build the summer of dreams at After School Plus! With over 100 unique specialty camps, there is something for everyone to explore! Join 1 camp or the whole summer. Camps are weeklong and open to all children in K4-8th grade.

Enrichment-based camps give children a collaborative place to explore topics with others who want to explore too. It’s the perfect mix of summer camp fun and ongoing learning experiences.

We offer full and half-day camps. Half-day camps are from 9 am-12 pm or 1-4 pm.  You can put together a morning and afternoon camp to create a full day. In addition to camps, there is early care and late stay so families can build a daily schedule to fit their unique needs from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.

Learn more or register today at www.afterschoolplus.com.

BlocHaven Climbing

SPONSORED | 701 Easley Bridge Rd Unit 6020, Greenville, SC

BlocHaven Summer Camp

Climbing Summer Camps are here! Sign your climber up for a week full of education, climbing activities, and fun games at BlocHaven, Greenville’s newest and largest rock climbing gym. No experience required.

Summer Camps are a great way to spend those hot summer days. Here at BlocHaven we’re all about climbing – a sport with physical and mental benefits, movement, and problem-solving. Our goal is to create a space to develop a mindset for growth on and off the walls. Day camps involve: climbing, games, snacks, projects, and more climbing! Camps are for ages 6–14 years. Registration includes rental shoes, harness, and chalk, one snack provided per day, a souvenir camp shirt, and Parent Celebration! (Parents, come see for yourself what your climber has been learning and try it yourself!).

Challenge Island®, is a high-energy, hands-on fusion of STEAM and 21st Century Skills combined with a fun Problem-Solving Adventure experience!  Campers embark on fun themes where they work in collaborative tribes to tackle various challenges using only the materials in their treasure chest and their imagination.

Don’t miss out on our most popular SLIME CAMPS!!

Woodruff Road Christian Church (20 Bell Road Greenville)
Monday-Thursday 9-noon
Cost $120 except Wacky Science & Slime $125

June 12-15:   STEAM Tank Entrepreneur (Ages 5-12)
June 19-22:  Slimetopia 1: The beginning (Ages 6-12)
June 26-29: Mine Island (Ages 5-12)
July 10-13:   Slimetopia 2: Total Takeover (Ages 6-12)
July 17-20:  Wacky Science (Ages 5-12)
July 24-27:  Super STEAM Heroes (Ages 5-12)

 

Disciples CDC (185 Riley Smith Drive Greenville)
Monday-Friday 9-noon
$135- Preschool,  $150- Elementary

3& 4 Year Olds:
June 12-16:  Magical Kingdom & Fairy Tales
June 19-23: Jr. Careers  & Community Helpers
July 10-14: Rainforest  Adventures
July 17-21:  Wacky Science

5-12 Year Olds:
June 12-16:  STEAMWarts
June 19-23: STEAM Tank Entrepreneur
July 10-14: Race across the Rainforest
July 17-21:  Slimetopia 2: Total Takeover

 

After School Plus: Monday-Friday
Cost $170, Registration beginning March 3 at www.afterschoolplus.com

June 12-16: 9am-noon: Slimetopia Part I | 1pm-4pm: Monsters & Myths
June 19-23: 9am-noon: Messy Gooey Science | 1pm-4pm: Wizardry Party
July 10-14:  1pm-4pm: Space Camp
July 24-28: 9am-noon: Slimetopia 2:Total Takeover | 1pm-4pm: Super STEAM Heroes

TRIUMPH AND LIBERTY SOCCER CAMP!

The Triumph Soccer Camp is an opportunity to improve your soccer skills, create friendships, and have fun! Boys and girls ages 8-14 years old may participate in the spectacular three-day soccer event. From beginner to intermediate soccer levels, our staff will create a training environment that assists all participant’s levels of ability where they can thrive. 

The Liberty camp is June 19-21 at Bob Jones University Campus.
The Triumph camp is July 10-12 at Bob Jones University Campus.

The first-ever Path2Pro camp hosted by Liberty is a great way to elevate your soccer potential.  Girls ages 14-17 years old may participate.  This camp is for the elite soccer player who desires to advance their soccer match skill integration and intellect. Participants will have the amazing experience of learning from, Liberty Head Coach Julie Carlson, Liberty soccer players and the stage set for pathway to pro.

Space is limited, register today 864-203-0565

MOTIVE School of Movement

SPONSORED 864.775.4844 | 10 Webb Road Unit 100, Greenville, SC

Motive Movement Summer Camp 2023

Trying to figure out what to do this summer? MOTIVE offers a fun solution for kids ages five and up with our weekly summer camps! Their facility is equipped with obstacles from the American Ninja Warrior TV show as well as parkour equipment, a foam pit, and two Olympic-style trampolines. Join MOTIVE for an entire week!

Camp will be held Monday through Friday every week of Summer, from June 5th 2023 to August 4th 2023. Kids will be grouped with others around their age and participate in ninja warrior obstacle courses, games, crafts, open gym time, and much more. MOTIVE can’t wait to see you there!

-$295 for a full week of half-day camp (your choice of either 9 am-12:30 pm or 12:30 pm-4 pm)

-$395 for a full week of full-day camp (9 am-4 pm)

-Sibling and MOTIVE membership discounts are available

PurrPoseful Art Studio

SPONSORED 864.754.7582 | Millside Circle, Greenville, SC

Purrposeful Art Summer Camp 2023

At Purrposeful Art Studio we combine Humane Education (fostering compassion, responsibility and kindness for all animals) with practical art instruction!

Update: As of March 4, 2023 students now have the option to choose from a variety of mediums including printmaking, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media and cut paper. Students will create a minimum of two (2) pieces, one to keep, and one to sell at an annual fundraising benefit, where the proceeds will be donated to local animal rescue organizations.

Our commitment is to create a safe space, free of judgment, where children who are like minded, can come together to create art that saves lives!

Summer Art Camp: Ages 7-13

Half-Day Camps: Meets five (5) times M-F for a total of fifteen (15) hours. Morning and afternoon sessions available throughout the summer.

Full Day Camps: Meets five (5) times M-F for a total of thirty (30) hours.
June 12th-16th & July 31st-Aug 4th from 9:30-3:30pm.

Weeknight Classes: Ages 7-13

Classes meet six (6) consecutive weeks for a total of nine (9) hours from 4:30-6:00pm.

If your child has a love for animals and a passion for art, register for one or more classes today at purposefulart.studio, where we create art with PURRpose!

Big Air of Spartanburg

SPONSORED 864.580.6462 | 660 Spartan Blvd, Spartanburg, SC

Let your kids bounce of OUR walls this Summer. Big Air Trampoline Park is the Upstate’s premier indoor trampoline park featuring never before seen attractions in the upstate like Battle Beam, Orbit Challenge, Trampoline Laser Maze, Mechanical Bull and South Carolina’s LARGEST Ninja Warrior course. Your kids will have plenty to do to stay active at Big Air Trampoline Park.

Your kids will love hanging out at Big Air this summer. Jumping on our trampolines and flipping in our foam pits is just the beginning. Your kids will enjoy making new friends and building memories that will last forever.

Big Air offers day camps for kids aged 6-12 years old for only $100/week. We offer weekly morning sessions and afternoon sessions. Weekly camp sessions include 20 hours of jumping in the park, 5 lunches and snacks, Big Air Backpack, Big Air souvenir cup, and more.

Camp sessions are Monday – Friday from 9:00am-1:00pm or from 1pm-5pm. Drop off times are up to 30 minutes before and pickup times are up to 30 minutes after. All campers are required to have a valid waiver on file and must complete our registration form.

Let your kids have a summer like no other and register for Big Air Day Camp today. Registration is available on our website at BigAirUSA.com/Spartanburg or call us at 864-580-6462. Space is limited, so register today!!

For more information email [email protected] or give us a call.

Morning Session 9 am – 1 pm: $100/week

Afternoon Session 1 pm – 5 pm: $100/week

All Day Session 9 am – 5 pm: $185/week

Camp Sessions:

June 3-7, 2019
June 10-14, 2019
June 17-21, 2019
June 24-28, 2019
No camp the week of July 4th
July 8-12, 2019
July 15-19, 2019
July 22-26, 2019
July 29-August 2, 2019

Sylvan Learning of Greenville

SPONSORED 864-676-0011 | Three Upstate Locations, Greenville/Spartanburg/Anderson, SC

Sylvan Summer Camp Guide 2022

This summer, have a blast learning at Sylvan Summer Camps! Learning and fun are an all-in-one package with Sylvan’s Academic and STEM camps! Our camps engage the mind with the best teaching methods, make learning exciting, and provide social interaction with collaborative learning. There’s something for everyone! 

Our centers in Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson provide a variety of camps that include:

Academic Camps:  Kindergarten Kickstart, Writing Rhythms, and Study Skills Superheroes

STEM Camps:  Mastering Math Facts, Mad Science, and Super Structures

Summer Camps are Buy 1 Get 1 Free until March 31, 2023, and 25% off in April and May by calling 864-676-0011! Check your local Sylvan Learning Center’s website (Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson) for details.

Want to help your child make greater gains this summer?  Consider a personalized learning program that helps students grow their skills up to 3 times faster than traditional learning. Our proven instructional methods and reward system motivate students to strengthen their skills, overcome learning loss, jump to higher levels, and gain confidence for academic and career success. Make the most of summer learning with Sylvan. Prevent summer learning loss at Sylvan! Flexible schedules and payment options meet your family’s needs.

Sylvan is the BEST for summer learning!

Sylvan Summer Camp Greenville Registration
Sylvan Summer Camp Spartanburg Registration
Sylvan Summer Camp Anderson Registration 

We’re excited to host another great summer at Roper Mountain Science Center, the home to more than 100 week-long half- and full-day camps for children in completed grades K4 through 9. Our hands-on activity-based educational Summer Explorations Camps mix a wide variety of fun in a wide range of topics. With selections of old favorites and new offerings from art to animals, pop culture to physics, lots and lots of Legos, and, of course, science for all ages, there is truly something for everyone at Roper Mountain.

Come join us for a fun-filled adventure this summer. Visit www.ropermountain.org for the 2023 Summer Explorations camp guide and registration details. Feel free to contact Lisa Phillips at [email protected] or 864-355-8925 with any questions about our summer programming.

Member early online registration is Tuesday March 7, and general registration begins March 9.


KABOOM finalist

2023 KABOOM Awards Family Favorites Finalist: Summer Camp


Sign your camper up for a play-filled learning experience at TCMU-Greenville, the 7th largest children’s museum in the country, or TCMU-Spartanburg, a museum dedicated to school readiness and early childhood development. At both locations, young learners will enjoy exciting days infused with STEAM-based learning and museum exploration based on a different weekly theme.

Campers can choose from the following options (and more!):
• Blast off and explore the universe in our “Astronaut Academy.”
• “Get into Gaming” by learning coding basics.
• Dissect crime scenes and gather evidence as “Discerning Detectives.”
• Unearth creatures of long ago with a “Party in the Prehistoric.”
• Board a “Continental Cruise” to explore cultures from around the world.

With unique educational exhibits reflecting the areas of arts, science, health, transportation, and more, campers have access to our resources and knowledge. At TCMU-Greenville, summer camp is offered to children in PreK-5th grade. Caregivers must book by the week and can choose from half-day (AM or PM) or full-day camp. TCMU-Spartanburg summer camp runs from 9am-noon and is for children in 3K, 4K and 5K. Sessions can be booked by the day.

Registration is now open.

Greenville Summer Camp:  www.tcmupstate.org/greenville/summercamp

The Little Gym of Greenville

SPONSORED 864.991.3577 | 1607 Laurens Road, Ste. 102, Greenville, SC

The Little Gym of Greenville

Afternoon camp at The Little Gym of Greenville gives your kid the summer camp experience without the bug bites, poison ivy, and week-long commitments. Combining fun physical activity, games, and arts & crafts, we’ll help your child beat the summer heat by staying cool at The Little Gym.

Your child will spend three adventure-filled hours a day on a unique, exciting quest with their friends. Each week revolves around an interactive learning theme and creative lesson plans to keep your child engaged

The best part about camps at The Little Gym of Greenville, is they are completely flexible! Bring your little one for a day, a few days, or a week at a time. Our camp packages lets your family choose the best option for you.

Ages: 3-8 years
Dates: June 5th to August 4th
Days: Mondays through Fridays
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Themes:
Hawaiian Hide and Seek
Superheroes
Animal Adventures
Sports of all Sorts
Princess and Prince Party
Pirates
Space Adventures
Pajama Party
Ninja Warrior

Call/Text (864)991-3577 or go online to www.tlggreenvillesc.com to enroll your child in the Best Summer Ever!

Make this summer dramatically fun!  Drama Kids offers exciting summer camps that develop communication, collaboration and self-confidence.  These dynamic camp experiences encourage students to realize their full potential and equip them with life skills that will guarantee success!  Perfect for all kids, regardless of experience.  For ages 6-11.  Each theme is a ½ day camp that can be combined with another for full days of fun!

The Wonderful World of Wizardry: June 5-10 and July 10-14 – Master potions and spells at the School of Magic.  Prepare for the epic battle against the darkness and prove that good triumphs all!

Whodunit Mystery Camp: June 5-10 and July 10-14 – Collect clues, examine evidence, and follow the trail to the truth.  This mystery camp is sure to keep campers guessing!

Camp Hollywood: June 26-30 – Do you have what it takes, kid?  Walk the red carpet, shoot a new movie, and we’ll help you get ready to be a Hollywood movie star!

Rockstartopia: June 26-30 – Time to rock out!  Join your new band to record your newest hit, play a concert for your fans, and let your inner Rockstar free!

Questions? Call Lea Seaton @ 864-900-5689, or email @ [email protected], or visit dramakidsofgreenvillecounty.com

 

Spartanburg Science Center

864.583.2777 | 200 E. St. John Street, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: STEAM Summer Camps featuring a wide array of topics. For rising K4 through rising 8th grade.

Mauldin Theatre Company

864.404.3291 | 101 East Butler Road, Mauldin, SC

Offers summer camps for ages 6-17.
Camps available include Broadway Beginner, Leading Play 2 Week Intensive, Broadway Bounch, Shakesphere It Up! (ages 10-17), and young PlayWrights (ages 10 -17)

Times: 9:00 – 1:00 or 9:00 – 5:00 (ages 12-17 only)
Cost: $115 – $175 / week

 

CHILL Art Studios

CHILL Art Studios is offering 3 unique Summer Clay camps for children ages 7 to 17

Enrollment is limited to only 6 per class.

Hummingbird Hill Art Studio

864.363.4470 | 1997 Roe Ford Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Half-day art camp for ages 5-12 in a natural setting. Camps are $200 per week-long session.  Each class is from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM. You can book the session you would like your child to attend. Please call Anne Meyer at 864.363.4470 to register your child or children.

Session 1: Monday, June 20, 2022- Friday, June 24, 2022
Session 2: Monday, June 27, 2022 – Friday, July 1, 2022
Session 3: Monday, July 11, 2022 – Friday, July 15, 2022
Session 4: Monday, July 18, 2022 – Friday, July 22, 2022

Camp Ark

864.848.5383 | 804 Trade Street, Greer, SC

Camp ARK (Arts Reaching Kids) is a beginner level arts camp for ages 5-10, including instruction in art, dance, drama, and music. Camp runs Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 4 pm

2023 dates are:

  • June 19-22, 2023, Enchanted Forest
  • July 17 – 20, 2023,  Under the Sea
  • July 24-27, 2023, Around the World

Field Trips & School Programs: The South Carolina Botanical Garden at Clemson offers 45-60 minute school programs intended to support your curriculum and grade level. Fee is $5 per student.

Summer Camp Offers: The SC Botanical Garden at Clemson offers week-long summer camps in June and July for kids aged 6 – 12.

Rolling Acres Farm

864.380.8858 | 635 Reedy Fork Road, Piedmont, SC

Offers: Camps organized for both the beginner, intermediate and experienced riders to expand their riding skills.

2023 Rolling Acres Farm Camp is June 26-29, 9 am to 12:30 pm; ages 5 and up.

projectROCK Easley

864.307.9152 | 212 Farrs Bridge Road, Easley, SC

Enjoy a summer camp with rock climbing, crafts, science projects, and more!

Camps are Monday-Friday, 8 am to noon or 8 am to 5 pm

Camp is for ages 5 – 12 years old

Half-day and full-day options are available.
June and July camps are available.

Offers: Week-long camps that each offer a different skill level of climbing, including beginner weeks, intermediate/advanced weeks, and a mixed-skill level week. Each camp day is Monday through Friday from 12 – 4 pm.

Sibling discounts are available. Early bird pricing is available until April 1st, 2023. (Saves $25)

2023 Camp Dates:

Week One June 19-23th, 2023: Beginner
Week Two June 26-30th, 2023: Beginner
Week Three July 10-14th, 2023: Intermediate/Advanced
Week Four July 17-21th, 2023: Beginner
Week Five July 24-28th, 2023: Mixed

Greenville County Museum of Art

864.271.7570 | 420 College Street, Greenville, SC

Offers: Three day art classes for various skill levels, ages 5-16. Camps offered in June, July, and August.

Shining Stars Summer Camp

864.431.3914 | 103 East Butler Road, Unit I, Mauldin, SC

The program will be Monday through Friday 7:30 am – 2 pm.
The morning will be art projects and academic refreshers. The afternoon is for field trips (swimming, Dave n’ Busters, Big Air, etc).

 

The Upstate Writing Project at Clemson University

864.729.2882

Each year, the Upstate Writing Project is thrilled to offer a variety of writing camps during the summer for young writers. Each of these camps is focused on developing writing for various purposes. This year we are excited to announce 4 different camps!

Virtual options and in-person options available

June and July 2023 camps available.

Ballet Spartanburg

864.583.0339 | 200 E St. John Street, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: Camps and classes for students aged 2 and older. Camp themes include Little Mermaid, Pinkalicious, and Frozen.

Camp Griffin at Spartanburg Day School

864.582.7539 | Spartanburg Day School, 1701 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: Multiple half-day and full-day options for SDS students ONLY. Camp Griffin offers different camp options covering everything from preschool activities, art, science, sports, writing to crafts. For ages 30 months and up.

July 6 – August 7, 2021

Lindough Bakery

631.664.2924 | 405 College Avenue, Clemson, SC

Lindough Bakery in Anderson County is offering Summer Baking Camps for ages 3-9.
Classes are two hours long, 8 am to 10 am.
June 7-9, 2023 or June 21-23, 2023 camps available. Cost is $150 per child.

Topgolf Kids Summer Academy

864.315.3351 | 201 Clifton Court, Greenville, SC

Offers: Five days of non-stop entertainment and learning that kids will love. Each Academy is designed and taught by golf professionals from Topgolf Coach in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Designed for kids aged 6 years – 12 years.

Southern Dance Connection

864.849.9041 | 215 West Wade Hampton Blvd Suite I, Greer, SC

SDC offers summer camps for multiple age ranges, including preschool, and ages 6 and up.
Preschool camp:  two days per week, 4 camps available: $57 per camp (2 days; 9 am -1 pm)
For ages 6+ they offer On Broadway, themed summer camps, an overnight summer camp and a ninja nerf camp.
More specific information is found on the SDC website.

Price: $117 per week and up.

Vino & Van Gogh

864.787.1349 | 1818 Augusta Street, Suite 112, Greenville, SC

Offers: Week-long half-day art camps with various themes such as Star Wars, ballet, and dinosaurs. Kids can learn how to make jewelry, tie-dye, use glow paint, and more! For ages 4 and up and varies by program.

 

Camp Love-a-Pet

864.583.4805 | 150 Dexter Road, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: Half-day camp for children who love animals.  The program, which is held at the Spartanburg Humane Society, teaches campers about basic dog obedience, responsible pet care, and issues impacting animal welfare. Different week-long sessions are designed for kids in grades 5-7 and grades 8-10. Two-hour mini-camps are also offered for children entering grades 3 and 4.

Plate 108

864.915.2640 | 108 E. Poinsett Street, Greer, SC

Offers: A series of half-day camps that explore various food and cooking-related topics. 2023 Summer Camp themes include The Little Mermaid, Snow White, Frozen, and Peter Pan

Hidden Pasture Unicorn Farm

864.477.9284 | 245 Little Virginia Road, Fountain Inn, SC

Offers: Daily, weekly, full or half-day horse, farm and outdoor camps with early drop-off and late stay available.

June 5-9, 2023
Ages 7 – 11
$55 – $85 for half/ full day
$180 for half day/full week
$$350 for full day/ full week

The Arts Center of Clemson

864.633.5051 | 212 Butler Street, Clemson, SC

Offers: Half and full-day art camps for preschoolers, kids in grades 5K – 8th grade, and teens.

2023 Registration opens in March.

2023 camps run June 3th through July 14th, 2023.

 

View Church Camp

864.764.4344 | 5555 Parris Bridge Rd, Boiling Springs, SC

Offers: Christ-centered childcare that is safe and secure. Price includes 4 field trips a week, breakfast, lunch, and a snack.

2023 Camp is full. A waiting list is available.

 

[email protected] Sports Camps

864.660.2080 | 200 W. Washington Street, Greenville, SC

Offers: Campers have fun as they make friends and learn more about God in a positive, Christian environment.

Ages: K5-8th grade
June 5th – July 28th, 2023
New sport each week.

Soft Hands Horseback Riding

801.636.2662 | 108 Kimble Drive, Simpsonville, SC

Soft Hands Horseback Riding is offering partial day summer camps for children ages 7-17. Campers will learn about horseback riding safety, breeds, colors, tack, and more!

Woodland Adventure Camp at Hatcher Garden

(864) 574-7724 | 820 John B. White Sr. Blvd., Spartanburg, SC

Five-day Summer Science and Art Camp entertains, educates, enlightens.

For Ages 8 – 11; 9 am to noon; June 20-23, 2022.

 

Eden Farms

864.898.0043 | 4700 Dacusville Highway, Marietta, SC

Offers: Daily riding lesson or trail ride, educational horse activities like grooming, saddling, horse safety, healthcare, and feeding. Campers will also enjoy horsey arts & crafts, a Bible devotional, and a snack. For ages 6 – 14.

2023 schedule: June 12th – July 28th

There is a 3 day camp option and a 5 day camp option.

Offers: Camps include gymnastics, parkour, games, open play, snacks & tons of fun! Half-day or full-day offered at two locations (Greenville and Mauldin). For ages 3 years and up.

Upcountry History Museum Day Camps

864.467.3100 | 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC

The Upcountry History Museum offers themed- history summer camps, with programs available for preschool through high school

Palmetto Proper

864.631.6769 | 164 South Main Street, Suite B, Travelers Rest, SC

Summer Camp at Palmetto Proper provides children across the Upstate with a fun summer experience.
Camps are Monday – Thursday, 1 – 4 pm with a Family Celebration on Friday.
Four June camps are available.
Ages 3-8

 

Furman Volleyball Camps

| 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC

Offers: Volleyball camp for Full Day camp, Half Day camp, and Elite Camp. Each camp has varying age requirements. Camp will be hosted at Alley Gym at Furman University

 

Elite Camp: July 22 & July 23, 2022; Friday 10 am – 8 pm; Saturday 9 am – 4 pm (check-in at 9 am on Friday)
For rising 9th- 12th grade (girls camp)
Elite campers will stay overnight and will have 1 on 1 time with Furman staff to sharpen their skills.
Registration is open. Cost: $300.00

Half-Day Camp: July 18 – 21, 2022; 9 am – 12 pm (check-in at 8:30 am)
For rising 4th and 5th graders (girls and boys)
For beginners to learn the fundamentals of volleyball.
Registration is open. Cost: $175.00

Full-Day Camp: July 18 – 21, 2022; 9 am – 3 pm (check-in at 8:30 am)
For rising 6th – 8th graders (girls and boys)
For beginners to intermediate players to help sharpen their skills.
Registration is open. Cost: $275.00

Curious Kids Cooking and Food Science Camp

| 20 Bell Road, Greenville, SC

Interactive STEAM cooking and food science camp for children rising 1st grade – 6th grade.

Camps are from 9 am – 12 pm, 4 days long.

Anderson University Summer Sports Camp

| 431 Williamston Road, Anderson, SC

Anderson University’s Summer Sports Camp is available for rising 1st – 6th graders. Campers have the opportunity to experience a variety of sports from flag football, beach volleyball, lacrosse, track, soccer, swimming, and more. Children will improve their confidence and teamwork skills while having fun.

TR Makers Co.

864.610.0996 | 3 S Main Street, Travelers Rest, SC

Offers: Half-day camps on Thursdays and Fridays where students get to work with artists and local makers to learn or grow their artistic skills, push creative bounds, and become more familiar with using Makers tools. For ages 5 – 16. Register for individual days of camp and activities.

2023 schedule: June 15th – August 4th, 2023

Foothills Fencing Academy

864.593.3684 | 1004 Piedmont Hwy, Piedmont, SC

Looking for an exciting new sport to keep your child entertained and active this summer? FFA offers camps for all experience levels. Olympic Fencing is a thrilling sport with a deep history. Fencing develops coordination, discipline, strength, balance, focus, and more.

Color Clay Cafe

864.244.3445 | 2518-A E. North Street, Greenville, SC

Offers: Half-day art camp includes projects such as clay sculpting, mosaics, painting with ceramics and canvas, and string art. Ages 6-14.

Spartanburg Science Center

864.583.2777 | 200 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC

Have an out-of-this-world summer at the Spartanburg Science Center with over 20 camp offerings for 4K to middle school. Camps include animals, LEGO Robotics, Minecraft, coding, pre-Algebra readiness, the solar system, nature walks and much, much more. Full & Half-Day Options are available. Registration opens March 30th. Visit the website and email [email protected] to be among the first to know!

Greenville Center for Creative Arts

864.735.3948 | 101 Abney Street, Greenville, SC

Offers: Weekly art camps designed to let kids explore a range of materials, mediums, and concepts. For ages 5 – 12.

Camps are June 5 – August 4th, 2023

Brett Harker Baseball Camp

| 301 Butler Springs Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Baseball skill instruction, baseball games, and baseball activities.
The camp will be coached by Limestone University’s Head Baseball Coach and staff.

June 20th – June 23rd from 8:30 AM – 12 PM
$175.00 per camp
Ages: 9 – 13 years old

Daydream Art

864.419.4296 | 117 South Pendleton Street, Easley, SC

Summer art camp (multimedia) for ages 5 – 12, located at the Fine Arts Center of Easley
July 17 – 21, 2023
9 am – 12 pm
Cost: $135 (registration and payment due by June 30th)

ELC at Anderson Mill

(864)587-1554 | 4455 Anderson Mill Road, Moore, SC

ELC offers four different camps for children 3 months old – 2nd grade. The camps run from 9am-12pm Monday-Thursday.

The Greenville Zoo

864.467.4850 | 150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville, SC

Offers: A variety of zoo camps that include animal encounters, games, experiments, crafts. For ages 3 – 14.

Carolina Dance Collaborative

864.315.3732 | P.O. Box 5432 , Greenville, SC

Offers: Weekly dance camps for all skill levels, ages 2 – 12 years. Camps are hosted at locations in and around Greenville, including Caine Halter Family YMCA, Verdae YMCA, Eastside YMCA, George Theisen YMCA in Travelers Rest, YMCA Program Center in Simpsonville, Woodruff Road Christian Preschool, and Christ Church Episcopal School.

First Tee Upstate

864.395.0013 | 3515 Pelham Road , Suite 201, Greenville, SC

First Tee Upstate offers various golf camps for ages 7-17.

Sky Zone Summer Camp

864.558.2400 | 2465 Laurens Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Weekly Sky Camp combines fun and fitness with counselor lead activities to keep your kids engaged throughout the day. For ages 5 – 12. Half and full days are available.

Palmetto Gymnastics

864.963.2590 | 115 Pride Drive, Simpsonville, SC

Offers: Half-day and full day summer camp from children 5 and up.
Activities include gymnastics, ninja, tumbling, crafts, and more.

Weeks of camp for 2022:
June 13 – June 17
June 27 – July 1
July 11 – July 15
July 18 – July 22

Half-day: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
$175 per week

Full day: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
$250 per week

 

Taylors Rec Summer Camp

864.292.4060 | 200 W. Main St., Taylors, SC

Offers: Half-day sports camps for K3 – 5th grade, including dance, cheer, tumble day camp, and basketball options.

Ivybrook Academy

864.501.5997 | 305 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Ivybrook Academy is looking forward to a fun-filled summer with all of you! Themed summer camps such as backyard adventures, space exploration, and scientific discoveries.

Camp Hope Remains

864.249.3532 | 1771 John Dodd Road, Wellford, SC

Offers: Two-hour camp designed for kids between the ages of 5-12. Horse activities includes horseback riding, wagon rides, and games with miniature horses. 2021 camps are June 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 9-11 am.

Park Place Children's Center

864.270.5910 | 205 Batesville Rd., Simpsonville, SC

Park Place offers full day summer camps with field trips, theme-based crafts and activities, experiments, group games, playground time, Xbox games and more for children completed kindergarten through 5th grade.

Chapman Foundation Summer Day Camp

864.386.6074 | 30 Howard Creek Drive, Fountain Inn, SC

Offers: A full-day arts, culture, and literacy camp for children aged 5 – 12.

Camps July 10th – 14th, 2023: Ages 4-8
Camps July 17-21st, 2023: Ages 9-12

Code Ninjas

864.920.2633 | 1099 E Butler Rd, Greenville, SC

Offers: Coding summer camps for kids ages 5 – 15. Kids will be introduced to programming, web development, robotics, game design, and more! Weekly camps available by topic.

2023 registration is open.

Greenville Theatre

864.233.6238 | 444 College Street, Greenville, SC

Offers: These week-long camps include options to learn about plays, musicals, improv, and auditioning. Campers get to experience live theatre and be a part of a group performance at the end of the week. Classes are for ages 7 – 15 (grouped by age).

Encore Theatre Company Summer Drama Camps

864.360.3369 | 117 South Pendleton Street, Easley, SC

Starting June 5, we will be offering an array of different weekly drama camps for different age ranges and levels.

Price is $110-150/week
Ages K4 – 12th grade

Sign-up prior to April 30 and get $10 off with SUPEREARLY; Sign-up prior to May 31 and get $5 off with EARLY

Trapped Upstate Create The Escape Summer Camp

864.416.1539 | 556 Memorial Drive Extension Suite D, Greer, SC

Offers: Half-day camps from 9 am- 1 pm for ages 9-12.
Price: $300 per child; $570 for 2 children; $840 for 3 children

Children will work together to build an escape room that is immersive. The themes explored include puzzle writing, gamemastering, implementing a theme, and more. Registration is open.

The camp will run from June 20th to June 24th. Parents can drop children off at 8:30 am (camp begins at 9 am). Pickup begins at 12:30 and ends at 1 pm.
A morning snack will be provided. An escape room with two family members and photos will conclude camp at the end of the week.

Climb Upstate

864.699.9967 | 6655 Pottery Road, Spartanburg, SC

Offers rock climbing camps for kids 5 – 17 years old

St. Joseph's Catholic School

| 100 St. Joseph's Dr., Greenville, SC

Offers: A wide variety of camps for students of all ages including athletic, fine arts, and academic camps, as well as college counseling workshops. For grades 1st – 12th.

Ballyhoo Petting Zoo

706.436.7249 | 849 Norris Road, Anderson, SC

Ballyhoo Petting Zoo is offering an 8-week program for children 8 years old and up. Future Zookeepers will get to learn all about domestic and exotic animals including their diet, grooming, vet care, and more!

Upstate Kids Learning Center

864.235-7505 | 1105 Haywood Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Themed summer camps offer fun games and activities! Open to K3 – 5th grade.
June 19th – 22nd, 2023: Around the World
July 17th -20th, 2023: Anchors Away

First Presbyterian Academy

864.678.5107 | 829 Garlington Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: The Summer Cru Program’s week-long sessions are offered for K3 & K4 students. Programs run June 5th through July 28th, 2023.