70+ Superb Summer Camps Columbia, SC (2024): The Premier Guide

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Are you looking for 2024 summer camps in Columbia, SC? You’re in luck because you’ve just found the best list of Columbia summer camps. When the school year comes to a close, it’s time for summer camps and summer programs. More than just a list, our guide is a directory that you can sort by summer camp category. So if your teen is looking for a science summer camp, you can find it easily! Or, if you’re searching for a part-day preschool camp with dance, you can find that, too. We even have a section just for full-day camps.


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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 Columbia and Irmo 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! Check your local Sylvan Learning Center’s website (Irmo and Columbia) 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!

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Kids Garden Columbia Summer Camp *Hours: 8 am - 5:30 pm M-F*

SPONSORED (803) 451-0290 columbia@kidsplaygarden.com 4714 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC

Say “hooray” to the most flexible Summer Camp around! At Kids Garden, weekly camps are structured so you can sign up for the days and times that work best for your family – be it several weeks, select days or even just a few hours at a time. Activities change weekly and are centered around various themes, from Lego learning and mountain adventure to space camp and science (plus many more in between). *Ages walking to 12 are welcome.* Please Click Here to Register.

The South Carolina Governor's School for Science & Mathematics STEM Summer Camp

843.383.3901 401 Railroad Avenue, Hartsville, SC

Geared for rising 6-10th graders, STEM is The Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Summer Camp for kids to grow as scientists and engineers.

2024 Dates:

GoSciTech Residential Camps –

June 16 – 21
June 23 – 28
July 7 – 12

GoSciTech Day Camps- (various locations)

June 10 – 13
June 17 – 20
June 24 – 27
July 8 – 11

GoSciTech Virtual Camps

June 17 – 21
June 24 – 28

Children’s museum with multiple floors of hands-on fun and learning for children and their families. Cafe on-site and regular events. See our full review of EdVenture.

Birthday Parties: Birthday packages include all-day admission for guests and 180 minutes in a private party room.

Summer Camp: Summer Camps exist to ignite curiosity, discovery, and adventure in children ages 4-10. Camps are open to the public, and there are a variety of camps to choose from. Space is limited, and all campers must be potty-trained.

Camp Chatuga is a traditional overnight summer camp for children ages 6 to 16 years old. Camp lengths vary from 1-4 weeks. Activities include horseback riding, water-skiing, BMX bikes, arts and crafts, archery, animal care, and so much more!

Registration is now open for 2024. This camp will quickly reach capacity. Register now.

Camp Discovery

208 Claude Bundrick Road, Blythewood, SC

Full day and pop-up camps for kids ages 6 to 12 years-old. They also offer a pre-teen/teen camp for rising 6th-9th graders. Kids will learn to be good stewards of nature along with fun stem activities, games, ropes course and more.

Skateland

800 Bookman Road, Pontiac, SC

Indoor roller skating and an indoor playland is available for family fun at Skateland. Skate rentals are available. Special events include glow parties, pizza nights, and more.

Summer camp at Skateland Fun Center includes roller skating, use of an indoor/outdoor playground, field trips, crafts, and more!

  • For kids ages 5 to 11
  • Breakfast, lunch and snacks included
  • 6:30 am to 6:30 pm
  • Weekly and daily options

Birthday parties at Skateland include pizza, skate rentals, and use of the indoor playland, plus other options depending on the party package.

Barron Academy Summer Camp

, SC

Barron Academy offers Camp XCEL, a full-day summer camp at various locations in Richland County.

Girl Scouts of South Carolina Mountains to Midlands

Columbia, SC

Girls Scouts of South Carolina Mountains to Midlands is offering several summer camps for girls. Girls entering 1st-6th grades are invited to the Day Camp at The Cathy Novinger Girl Scout Leadership Center in Columbia.

City of Columbia Kayak Camps

803.315.9275 312 Laurel Street, Columbia, SC

Children aged 8 – 16 can enjoy Kayak Camp with the City of Columbia park rangers at Riverfront Park.

2024 Dates/Times: Dates vary based on age.
Cost: $125

Call 803.315.9275 for additional information

Art Smart Academy

803.667.9912 7106 Broad River Road, Irmo, SC

Fine Art and Pottery studio

Classes: Art classes for kids and teens, adult classes, family events, and private art lessons.

Camps: Offers summer art camp, both half-day and full-day, pottery wheel camp, and teen camps.

After School: After-school program with pickup for all District 5 schools. After school helps with homework assistance and math tutoring.

STEM for Kids

, SC

Kids learn programming, robots, animation, and lots more through fun games. There are 7 locations near Columbia as well as a virtual class option. Ages vary by specific session and location, beginning at about age 6 up to 14.

 

“My son loves stem for kids sc! He’s learning a lot and absolutely loves going to class. I love that he’s learning valuable skills, and he loves that he gets to play games like Minecraft and use his creativity to build and create. The teachers are very invested in the kids and really care about their growth.” -Jen H.

SC Summer Dance Conservatory at USC

324 Sumter Street, Columbia, SC

Summer Camps: Open to students 11 and older, the SC Summer Dance Conservatory is a 3-week intensive program for serious students. Entrance is by audition.

The Karate Dojo

803.739.9494 2225 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia, SC

Classes: The Karate Dojo offers classes for kids and adults beginning at age 3.

Summer Camps: The Karate Dojo offers a Summer Karate Kamp that focuses on martial arts instruction, skill, and training. Campers will leave camp with newfound confidence.

Historic Columbia Summer Camps

1616 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC

Summer camps for kids 8 to 12 who love history.

2024 Camp Dates TBA

South Carolina Waterfowl Association

803.825.7970 campwoodie@scwa.org 8444 Old River Road, Pinewood, SC

The South Carolina Waterfowl Association’s Camp Woodie offers weeklong, overnight summer camps for ages 7-11 and 12-16. Activities include hunter safety training, five stand sporting clays, incoming and away skeet ranges, archery, and more.

Flight Adventure Park

803.360.7300 741 Fashion Drive, Columbia, SC

Flight Adventure Park’s Summer Camp is designed to keep children active through a variety of activities including dodgeball, AirSlam Basketball, rope ladder course, Warrior Course, and more! There is also a Creation Station with art, puzzles, movies, reading, and games.

Check back soon for 2024 summer information

Sunshine House Summer Camp

Columbia, SC

The Sunshine House offers a summer camp for kids. Themes vary and there’s limited space.

Multiple locations in Columbia, SC

First Baptist Columbia

803.256.4251 1306 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC

First Baptist Columbia has several summer camps for kids ages 4-18. Activities and camps revolve around sports, arts, music, and dance to make sure all interests are accounted for.

YMCA of Columbia Summer Camps

, SC

YMCA of Columbia offers youth sports, summer camps, and more. Youth sports include basketball, soccer, volleyball, football, and tennis.

There are sports, games, crafts, swimming and lots more fun to be found at summer camps at the YMCA of Columbia.

  • Jeep Rogers Family YMCA, 900 Lake Carolina Drive, Columbia (Includes camps for preschoolers, traditional camp, teen camps and specialty camps)
  • Northwest Family YMCA, 1501 Kennerly Road, Irmo, SC (Offers traditional camps)
  • Downtown YMCA, 1447 Hampton Street, Columbia (Offers traditional camps)

AR Workshop Columbia

4711 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC

DIY projects, classes for adults, kids, and families to complete projects together.

Birthday Parties: Parties for ages 7 and up that include all materials, prep, and clean-up. There are a wide variety of crafts to choose from and everyone goes home with the project they have made.

Summer Camp: ages 6-17 – 4 day morning summer camps, afternoon camps, 1 day camps – Each week is a different project and crafting focus. Complete various different projects like tie-dye, string art, pillows, dream catchers, and more. Be sure to look them up to see which camp is the best fit for you.

 

 

Girls Rock Columbia is a week-long day camp where campers learn to play an instrument, form a band, write an original song, and at the end of the week, perform at a concert in a live music venue for the community. Camp is open to ages 8-17. Stay tuned for 2024 summer camp information.

Game Changers Summer Camp

Columbia, SC

Summer camp fun at Game Changers includes full-day programs for campers ages 5 to 14 years old in reading/writing, science, math, history, and faith-based programs.

Sports camps in basketball, soccer and baseball are also available.

Capital City Gymnastics

803.509.2857 1831A Airport Blvd., Cayce, SC

Summer Camp: Capital City Gymnastics offers a summer camp experience for children ages 4-13. Activities will include games, crafts, science, mobile library, snacks, and of course, gymnastics!

Classes: Offers preschool, recreational, and team gymnastics. They also offer a free trial class.

Puretone Music Video School

803-250-1069 1160 Longreen Parkway, Columbia, SC

2024: TBA
Check back soon for more information.

Camp Burnt Gin is an overnight summer camp for children and teens with physical disabilities and chronic illnesses. DHEC operates the camp. Camp days are filled with various activities including arts and crafts, sports and games, swimming and boating, talent shows, campfire, and more.

Heathwood Hall Summer Camps

3000 South Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC

Heathwood Hall offers a wide variety of summer camps for kids and teens including early childhood options, camps for teens, science, art, sports, and chess camps.

Columbia Sailing Club

803.764.6065 brandon@columbiasailingclub.org 292 Shuler Road, Columbia, SC

Columbia Sailing Club hosts multiple Sailing Summer Camps for ages 4-18. The variety of classes accounts for all skill levels, and you don’t have to own a boat or be a club member in order to register. The camps are full-day programs (9:30 am – 4:30 pm).

Town Theatre offers a youth theatre program with a variety of classes and production experiences for youth and teens.

Summer Camp: Town Theatre offers various summer camps for rising kindergartners through rising 12th graders. From cabaret skills to tap dancing to musical theatre and more… there are plenty of options to satisfy the kid who loves performing.

Ann Brodies Center for Dance Education

Columbia, SC

The official training center of Ann Brodies Carolina Ballet. CDE offers dance classes year round for infants through adults in styles such as ballet, tap, jazz and contemporary. Morning/mid-day homeschool classes also available.

Classes: Offers gymnastics classes for toddlers and preschoolers as well as school-aged children. In addition to gymnastics, they also offer Ninja classes.

Birthday Parties: 1 1/2 hour long party with instructional gym time, foam pit, trampoline, and lots more. Option to add cake service.

Summer Camps: Carolina Gymnastics has a partial-day Summer Camp for children ages 3-12. Activities include gymnastics, crafts, a foam pit, games, snack, and trampoline. There are also themed dress-up days to make the experience even more fun and memorable for kids.

Lake Murray Gymnastics

803.233.1460 info@lakemurraygym.net 110 Hunter Village Drive, Irmo, SC

Classes: Lake Murray Gymnastics offers gymnastics classes for all ages of children, from just walking through the 12th grade. Classes are offered during the school year and summer. They also offer Ninja, Cheer, and a parent’s night out program.

Birthday Parties: Lake Murray Gymnastics offers birthday parties that include one hour of time in the gym with balance, foam pits, trampolines, and more, plus 30 minutes in the party area.

Summer Camps: Lake Murray Gymnastics offers summer camps for preschoolers to school-age where campers will train in small groups and practice gymnastic skills. Kids will also participate in arts & crafts, games, and strength training.

Parent’s Night Out: Ages 4 and up on Friday nights from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Register in advance.

Classes: Legacy Martial Arts offers classes for young children beginning at age 4, all the way through teens and adults.

Birthday Parties: Legacy Martial Arts birthday parties are fun for all kids, whether they have marital arts experience or not. Parties include some basic instruction as well as activities and all set-up and clean-up.

Summer Camp: Legacy Martial Arts offers a Summer Camp for kids with fun and active educational activities of all kinds.

After School Program: Legacy Martial Arts offers an after school program that provides a positive place for kids to spend time after school.

Four locations: 

5225-C Sunset Boulevard, Lexington, SC
7579 St. Andrews Road, Irmo, SC
494-4 Town Center Place, Columbia, SC
4711 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC – Suite 10

 

The Columbia Museum of Art

803.799.2810 1515 Main Street, Columbia, SC

The Columbia Museum of Art has a small play area for children. Visiting the rest of the museum does require admission, but they offer several programs for kids and youth.

Summer Camp: The Columbia Museum of Art has a variety of summer camps for ages 4-18. Camps center around encouraging your child to be creative and imaginative. Register early; many of their camps are known for selling out.

Saint Joseph Catholic School

803.254.6736 3700 Devine Street, Columbia, SC

Saint Joseph Catholic School offers a summer camp to current Saint Joseph students (rising 5K through 6th grade). Campers will take part in field trips, water play, music, arts and crafts, games, exercise and sports, and imaginative play.

Check back soon for 2024 camp details

Flour Power

4517 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC

Weekly cooking classes for preschool age through teens. Master Chef advanced classes are available for teens.

Birthday Parties: Flour Power has several birthday options that include treats and cooking instructions. They offer parties for a variety of ages, including one, especially for tweens and teens.

Summer Camps (and school breaks): Cooking camps when school is out for kids. Learn new skills through cooking. 2024 Camps are out. Camps are available for kids ages 5 to 8 and kids ages 9 to 12.

Kids Night Out: Cooking classes and activities for kids on Friday nights, perfect for parents to plan a date night.

Gymnastics Classes:  Classes are offered at multiple locations for kids ages 3 to 12.

BL Gym Monday 4-4:45 pm
Lexington Leisure Center: Thursday 6-7 pm

Summer Camps: Summer sports camps for kids ages 4 to 9. Camps occur at multiple locations near Columbia, SC. Camp options are available for ninja, nerf and more.

Saxe Gotha Church: Lexington, SC
Lexington Leisure Center: Lexington, SC
Crooked Creek Park: Irmo, SC
Saluda Shoals Park: Irmo, SC

Carolina Show Company

804 Lady Street, Columbia, SC

Themed weeks of summer camp with partial-day and full-day options. Check back soon for 2024 summer camp details.

Riverbanks Zoo Camp

500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC

Riverbanks Zoo Camps bring kids and nature face-to-face with animal interactions and more through themed and age-appropriate camps. Camps are for K5 through 6th grade. There is also an option for 3 and 4-year-old camps with an adult.

Elite Martial Arts

201 Columbia Mall Boulevard, Columbia, SC

Summer Camp: Full-day summer camp for children ages 4 to 12. Camp includes mini karate class, bully awareness, character building and self-confidence, pizza Fridays and more

Classes: Elite Martial Arts offers a Little Ninja program for ages 3 – 6 years old.

Richland County Recreation Commission

803.741.7272 7473 Parklane Road, Columbia, SC

Richland County Recreation Commission offers a full-day Summer Mania camp at multiple locations for ages 5-16 that is designed to meet the physical, creative and social needs of kids. A variety of activities are offered including recreational activities, games, arts and crafts, and conservation activities. Camp is offered Mondays – Fridays. Check out their website for times and cost based on age group and length of stay each day.

Classes: Recreational youth sports available include track, basketball, tennis, flag football, soccer, and more. Youth programs begin at age 3.

Camp P.A.L.S.

954.913.6306 Camppalsinfo@gmail.com 1505 Blanding St., Columbia, SC

Camp P.A.L.S. is a summer camp for children with social skills deficits (including but not limited to Asperger’s, high-functioning autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities). Camp Staff incorporate physical activity and social skills support using a variety of theory driven practices.

All Star Gymnastics

803.561.9682 4046-D Fernandina Road, Columbia, SC

All Star Gymnastics offers a Gymnastics classes for a range of ages along with Summer Camp. Please call the gym for more information.

Summer at Hammond

854 Galway Lane, Columbia, SC

Full-day and partial-day camps on a variety of topics including arts, sports, STEM, engineering, and academics.

2024 Registrations now open

Camp Gesher

, SC

Summer camp at JCC is for children ages 4 through rising 9th graders. During this full-day camp, campers will participate in drama, dance, swimming, sports, gardening, crafts, and fitness activities.

Classes: Classes for kids beginning at 3 years-old through adults.

  • Ballet
  • Hip/hop
  • Modern
  • Acting and Improv
  • Stretching/Strength
  • Homeschool Performing Arts

Summer Camps: Aletheia Dance Inc. offers a 1-week Summer Camp Intensive for ages 3+. Campers are able to choose from one of 3 intensive tracks, and camp will also include enrichment classes.

TyJasKey Summer Camp

803.269.3628 2625 Alpine Road, Columbia, SC

Summer camp at TyJasKey Academic Enrichment and Mentoring Center includes academic enrichment, stem programs, computer programs, sports, and more.

Summer Camp info for 2024 TBA

Empire Gymnastics

803.359.2420 empireasc@gmail.com 116 South Lake Court, Lexington, SC

Classes: Empire Gymnastics offers the following classes:

  • Parent and Tot Gymnastics
  • Pre-school Gymnastics
  • Beginner Gymnastics
  • Tumbling
  • Intermediate Gymnastics
  • Boys’ Gymnastics
  • Ninja

Summer Camps: Empire Gymnastics offers a Summer Camp for rising kindergartners – 8th graders. Activities include crafts, games, field trips, gymnastics, outdoor time, and more. Visit their website for more information.

 

State of the Art Gallery and Pottery Studio

2007 State Street, Cayce, SC

Learn to use the pottery wheel with structured pottery lessons. Campers will create various projects during the week-long camp.

2024 Camp Information TBA

Chesterbrook Academy

803.575.3277 1050 Wildwood Centre Drive, Columbia, SC

Chesterbrook Academy’s Summer Camp has many activities to keep your child excited and engaged, including field trips, sports, STEM projects, arts and crafts, music, dance, and drama. Full Day Camp is available for rising 1st-5th graders. There’s also a Kindergarten Enrichment program for rising Kindergarteners. The Summer Enhancements Program is for ages 1-4.

Pony Gang

803.374.2155 info@ponygang-farm.com 223 Hennesy Lane, Hopkins, SC

Pong Gang offers equestrian classes year-round. Classes offered include Western riding, English riding, and a Tiny Tots class.

Summer Camp: Pony Gang is a private residential and day camp for ages 6-14 years old. The camp is focused on helping campers build self-confidence, self-awareness, and self-acceptance. Campers will spend lots of time outside. No horse experience is necessary. There are limited spots available so be sure to register quickly. There’s also an overnight option (girls only).

Challenger Learning Center

803.929.3951 Challenger@richlandone.org 2600A Barhamville Road, Columbia, SC

Challenger Learning Center has several different camp options for children ages 7-18. Camps include Astronaut Academy, Robotics, Rocketry, Drones, Aviation, and more! Camps run various lengths.

Mad Platter

3101 Millwood Avenue, Columbia, SC

Classes: Mud Club, art classes for kids after school.

Summer Camps: Mad Platter offers camps for young kids ages 3-6 and older kids age 7 and up.

Shelley Smith's South Carolina Soccer School

1304 Heyward Street, Columbia, SC

Shelley Smith’s South Carolina Soccer School offers girls both a soccer day camp option, as well as a mini residential camp.

Day Camp: ages 5 – 12 (half-day and full-day options)
June 10th to 14th, 2024
or
July 15th to 19th, 2024

Location: USC Soccer Center
115 Marion Street
Columbia, SC

Elite Mini Residential Camp: Grades 5 – 8
July 12th – 14th, 2024

Location: USC Soccer Center
115 Marion Street
Columbia, SC

University of South Carolina Youth and Teen Summer Camps

Columbia, SC

University of South Carolina Youth and Teen Summer Camps offer camps for kids and teens in sports, music, dance, and academics including music, drama, sports, STEM, and lots more.

Shandon Weekday School Summer Discovery

607 Woodrow Street, Columbia, SC

Shandon Weekday’s Summer Discovery Program has full and part day options, one-week camps or all summer long.

  • K5 through 8th grade
  • themed mini-camp add-ons available like Soccer shots, clay, art, and more

Winshape at North Trenholm

6515 North Trenhholm Road, Columbia, SC

Full-day camp for K5 through 5th-grade kids with sports, arts, recreation, and Bible study. Winshape at North Trenholm is June 10 to 14th, 2024.

Furr Friends Summer Camp at Pawmetto Lifeline

1275 Bower Parkway, Columbia, SC

Animal care camps for kids ages 7-12. Kids will play games, meet community helpers that care for animals, and learn how to treat pets.

2024 Summer Camps dates are:

June 17-20

June 24-27

July 15-18

July 22-25

Classes and Programs: Offers martial arts classes for kids as young as 4, school-age kids, teens, and adults.

  • After school program
  • Home school class

Summer Camps: Carolina Family Karate hosts a Summer Camp for kids who want to learn or improve their karate skills.

City of Columbia Tennis Camp

803.733.8440 1635 Whaley Street, Columbia, SC

The City of Columbia Tennis Camp is for ages 5 – 14 and will focus on tennis skills improvement and practice.
Camp Dates: Check website for date options.
Cost: $60/week

Wide World of Sports Junior Summer Camp

730 Longtown Road West, Blythewood, SC

Sports skills in a non-competitive environment for kids ages 5 to 15. Activities include golf, tennis, swimming, arts and crafts and group games.

  • half-day and full-day programs

Check back soon for summer 2024 information.

Camp Kanuga

828.692.9137 campkanuga@kanuga.org 130 Kanuga Chapel Drive, Hendersonville, NC

Camp Kanuga is an American Camp Association-accredited co-ed summer camp affiliated with The Episcopal Church, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. There are several camp options available, and camps are offered for rising kindergartners through rising 12th graders.

2024 Camp dates are available.

Stepping Out Dance Studio

(803) 526-7766 231 Cedar Crest Drive, Lexington, SC

Classes: Offers classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, acro, lyrical, and more for kids. Classes are for kids starting at just 1 year-old (with an adult) on up through teens.

Summer Camps: Summer dance camps for kids ages 2 to 12. Partial day camps are available at a wide variety of times, including evenings. Styles of dance include ballet, jazz, tumbling, hip-hop, and creative movement.

City of Columbia Golf Camp 2024

803.255.8920 2901 Slighs Avenue, Columbia, SC

Kids ages 8 -16 can learn new golf skills or improve on their already-known skills at Golf Camp with the City of Columbia at the James E. Clyburn Golf Center.
Dates/Times: June 24 – 27; 9 am – 11 am
Camp Cost: $60

 

 

The University of South Carolina offers football camps for kids to learn new techniques and become overall better football players. Campers will be able to learn from current assistant football coaches and current student-athletes at USC.

2024 Camp dates, times, and cost vary based on the chosen camp week.

Check out their schedule below for all the needed information and choose the camp that is the best fit for you!

Coach Heath's Summer Camps

112 Hunting Creek Road, Columbia, SC

Coach Heath’s Summer Camps at Hunting Creek are run by state-renowned swim coach Heath Edwards. Camps run for 4-5 days at a time and are available for a variety of ages.

Harbison Community Center

Columbia, SC

Community Center offers all types of activities for all ages.

City of Columbia Kids Art Camp

803.545.3093 1227 Taylor Street, Suite C, Columbia, SC

Kids ages 5 – 16 can enjoy painting, drawing, pottery, and more with the City of Columbia Kids Art Camps at the Columbia Art Center. They have themed weeks such as Farm Fun, Magical Creature Fun, Swimming in Your Brain, and so much more! Check out their website for more information!

Dates: June 3rd – August 2nd; Pick your week(s) based on your interests.
Cost per session: $95

 

Columbia Children's Theatre

803.691.4548 1218 Batchelor Street, West Columbia, SC

The Columbia Children’s Theatre Summer Camp is a week-long experience to get your child moving, learning, and having fun. Activities will include acting, set design, playwriting, and more. There are a variety of camp offerings for different age groups.

Classes: H. Haney Golf Academy offers lessons for juniors (kids 6 to 16), groups, and adults. Lessons are offered during the week and on Satrudays.

Summer Camps: H. Haney Golf Academy offers one-week camps for ages 6-16. Campers learn to improve their golfing skills through assessments, drills, and training.

Bethel Christian Summer Camp

803.926.5511 750 Boy Scout Road, Gaston, SC

Bethel Christian offers Summer Camps for ages 7-16 throughout June and July. Costs vary. Activities include Bible focus, verse memorization, chapel, electives, swimming, and more.

Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission

803.772.3336 200 Leisure Lane, Columbia, SC

Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission offers a variety of summer camps offered for all ages and interest at the parks. Check the camp guide for fees, dates, times, and detailed information.  Registration forms should be returned to Crooked Creek Park or Seven Oaks Park. If you want to email your form, call the park for an email address.

Crooked Creek Park @ 803-345-6181

Seven Oaks Park @ 803-772-3336

SC State Museum

301 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC

The SC State Museum has four floors of changing and permanent exhibits, a planetarium, a 4D interactive theater, and plenty of places for kids to play and explore indoors. The museum offers year-round programming and events to suit every learner.

Summer Camp: Week-long summer camps with natural history, astronomy, art, STEAM and more.

  • Ages 6 to 12
  • 8:30 am to 3:00 pm with extended day options to 5:30 pm

Columbia Ballet School

803.783.5258 columbiaballetschool@yahoo.com 132 Gills Creek Parkway, Columbia, SC

Classes: Ballet classes are offered for beginning through advanced students, or age 3 through adult.

Summer Camps: TBA – Check back soon!


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