Camps Shield

Note:

Holiday SPECIAL Pricing (now through December 31, 2025)

  • 5 day camps ONLY $299 (normally $339)
  • 4 day camps ONLY $239 (normally $269)

SwimRVA Offers Three Locations For Camps:

SwimRVA-CSAC (Flagship facility in North Chesterfield)

5050 Ridgedale Parkway, Richmond, VA 23234

SwimRVA Meadowbrook (Outdoor satellite location in North Chesterfield)

3700 Cogbill Road, Richmond, VA 23234

SwimRVA North (Outdoor satellite location in Chamberlayne)

317 North Wilkinson Road, Richmond, VA 23227

*Please check the location for the camp before completing registration

*SAMPLE* Daily Schedule for Camp:

Check out a sample of our daily routine for SwimRVA Camp:

TimeActivities
8:00-9:00 AMCheck-In
8:00-9:15 AMBoard Games/Journals/Arts & Crafts (Melting Beads)
9:30-10:30 AMSwim Lessons (Group 1) Nature walk/Slip & Slide (Group 2)
10:30-11:30 AMSwim Lessons (Group 2) Nature walk/Slip & Slide (Group 1)
11:30-12:00 PMLUNCH
12:15-1:15 PMSwim Lessons (Group 1) Kick ball/human bowling/relay races (Group 2)
1:15-2:15 PMSwim Lessons (Group 2) Kick ball/human bowling/relay races (Group 1)
2:30-3:00 PMSNACK
3:00-3:45 PMBingo/Log Rolling/Yoga
4:00-5:00 PMCheck-out/Movie/Journals

Spring Break Camps

Stay active, healthy, and confident this Spring Break with a camp that makes movement—and learning to swim—fun! Perfect for ages 6–12, SwimRVA’s Spring Break Camps provide a unique, well-rounded experience that builds lifelong water safety skills while keeping kids energized. From log rolling and water polo to strokes-and-turns instruction, every activity is designed to strengthen their swimming ability, boost fitness, and grow self-confidence—all while having a blast. Led by the Richmond region’s top aquatics professionals, our camps ensure every child is supported, challenged, and safe as they learn, play, and thrive in the water.

Holiday SPECIAL Pricing (now through December 31, 2025)

  • 5 day camps ONLY $299 (normally $339)
DatesDayTimesLocationPrice
March 30-April 3, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA-CSAC$309 (normally $339)

 

General Summer Camps – SwimRVA CSAC

**SWIM LESSONS INCLUDED**

SwimRVA Summer Camps give children a fun, active, and confidence-building experience—while also delivering one of the most important life skills they can learn: how to be safe around water. By incorporating daily swim lessons into every camp, we ensure that kids of all backgrounds gain the critical skills needed to prevent drowning, which remains one of the leading causes of accidental death for children. These lessons don’t just teach strokes—they build safety habits, comfort, and respect for the water. Offering swim instruction at camp directly advances our mission to Drownproof Richmond by empowering every child with the ability to stay safe, thrive in aquatic environments, and carry lifelong confidence into the community and beyond.

Holiday SPECIAL Pricing (now through December 31, 2025)

  • 5 day camps ONLY $299 (normally $339)
  • 4 day camps ONLY $239 (normally $269)
DatesDayTimesLocationPrice
June 1-5, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - CSAC$309 (normally $339)
June 8-11, 2026Monday-Thursday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - CSAC (no Friday, June 12)$249 (normally $269)
June 15-19, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - CSAC$309 (normally $339)
June 22-25, 2026 (4 days)Monday-Thursday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - CSAC (Thu, Jun 25 at Meadowbrook)$239 (normally $269)
June 29-July 3, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - CSAC $309 (normally $339)
July 7-10, 2026 (4 days)Tuesday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - CSAC (Thu/Fri July 9/10 at Meadowbrook)$249 (normally $269)
July 13-17, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - CSAC (Tue/Wed July 14/15 at Meadowbrook)$309 (normally $339)
July 21-24, 2026 (4 days)Tuesday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - CSAC (Tue, July 21 at Meadowbrook)$239 (normally $269)
July 27-31, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - CSAC (Thu/Fri, July 30/31 at Meadowbrook)$309 (normally $339)
August 3-7, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - CSAC$309 (normally $339)
August 10-14, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA-CSAC$309 (normally $339)

 

General Summer Camps – SwimRVA North

**SWIM LESSONS INCLUDED**

SwimRVA Summer Camps give kids a fun, active experience while providing one of the most important skills they can learn—how to be safe around water. By including swim lessons in every camp, we equip children with lifesaving skills, build their confidence, and directly advance our mission to Drownproof Richmond. Every camper leaves not just having had a great summer, but safer, stronger, and better prepared around water.

Holiday SPECIAL Pricing (now through December 31, 2025)

  • 5 day camps ONLY $299 (normally $339)
DatesDayTimeLocationPrice
June 8-12, 2026Monday - Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - North$309 (normally $339)
June 15-19, 2026Monday - Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - North$309 (normally $339)
June 22-26, 2026Monday - Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - North$309 (normally $339)
June 29-July 3, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - North $309 (normally $339)
July 6-10, 2026Monday - Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - North$309 (normally $339)
July 13-17, 2026Monday - Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - North$309 (normally $339)
July 20-24, 2026Monday - Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - North$309 (normally $339)
July 27-31, 2026Monday - Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - North$309 (normally $339)
August 3-7, 2026Monday - Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA - North$309 (normally $339)

 

Summer League Tune-Up Camp

Ages 5-17:  Do you swim for GRAL, RMAL, CAL, or JRAC—or any summer league team in the Richmond region? This specialty skills camp is built just for you! Designed for swimmers who are currently on a team or have completed formal lessons and can perform all four strokes, this camp focuses on elevating the technical details that make a real difference in racing. Swimmers will sharpen stroke mechanics, perfect their starts, and refine fast, efficient turns—giving them the competitive edge they need for a strong summer season. Whether you’re aiming for personal bests or stronger fundamentals, this camp will help you swim smarter, faster, and with more confidence.

Holiday SPECIAL Pricing (now through December 31, 2025)

  • 5 day camps ONLY $299 (normally $339)
DatesDayTimesLocationPrice
June 1-5, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA-CSAC$309 (normally $339)
June 15-19, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA-CSAC$309 (normally $339)

 

Junior Lifeguarding Camps

Ages 11–14. Become a lifesaver—literally. In just one week, earn your CPR/First Aid Certification and build the foundation to become a future lifeguard through the American Red Cross (ARC) Junior Lifeguarding course. This program is designed to teach essential rescue skills, build confidence, and strengthen stamina—no need to master every technique perfectly. Over approximately 30 hours of training, participants will complete 15 engaging lessons that blend dry-land instruction with in-water practice, plus a 45-minute pre-course session. Across two weeks of combined lifeguarding instruction, swim practices, outdoor adventures, and indoor fitness activities, students gain practical skills, leadership experience, and the confidence to keep themselves and others safe around water.

Holiday SPECIAL Pricing (now through December 31, 2025)

  • 5 day camps ONLY $299 (normally $339)
DatesDayTimesLocationPrice
June 29-July 3, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA-CSAC$309 (normally $339)
August 3-7, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA-CSAC$309 (normally $339)

 

Water Sports Camp

Ages 10-15. Designed for older, adventure-loving kids, the SwimRVA Water Sports Camp delivers a high-energy week packed with variety and excitement. Each day features a new aquatic activity—water polo, kayaking, synchronized swimming, paddleboarding, log rolling, and more—along with 1–2 focused swim lessons or practices to keep skills sharp and confidence growing. And because even the biggest water fans need a breather, campers also enjoy outdoor breaks and dry-land activities to round out the fun. It’s the perfect blend of challenge, skill-building, and nonstop action—all led by expert coaches who keep every moment safe, engaging, and unforgettable.

Holiday SPECIAL Pricing (now through December 31, 2025)

  • 4 day camps ONLY $239 (normally $269)
DatesDayTimesLocationPrice
June 22-25, 2026 (4 days)Monday-Thursday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA- CSAC$249 (normally $269)

 

Mermaid Camp

Ages 8-15. Dive into a camp where swimming and imagination come together! Our magical mermaid adventure lets kids slip on their very own mermaid tail and explore an enchanting underwater world filled with creativity, movement, and fun. Campers will enjoy mermaid-themed games, crafts, and plenty of splashing as they bring the fantasy to life. For safety, participants must be members of the SwimRVA Rapids Swim Team or have swim skills equivalent to SwimRVA Swim School Station 7.

Holiday SPECIAL Pricing (now through December 31, 2025)

  • 5 day camps ONLY $299 (normally $339)
DatesDayTimesLocationPrice
August 10-14, 2026Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pmSwimRVA-CSAC$309 (normally $339)

 

Summer League Preseason Clinics

Ages 5-17.  Athletes must be able to complete a 25-yard freestyle and/or 25-yard breast stroke.

Do you want more preparation before the summer league hits this summer?  Get geared up for racing!  Led by our SwimRVA Rapids coaching staff, this is the perfect opportunity for anyone trying to take their mark and make their mark this summer!

Purchase by the session or get a 25% discount if you purchase all four sessions!  Choose your time:  5-6pm OR 6-7pm

DatesDaysLocationTimeCost
TBDFriday'sSwimRVA-CSAC5-6 PM -OR- 6-7 PM$20
TBDALL SessionsSwimRVA-CSAC5-6 PM -OR- 6-7 PM$60

 

Winter Break Camp

Ages 6–12. Give your child a Winter Break filled with confidence, adventure, and skill-building at SwimRVA! Our Winter Break Camp blends interactive aquatic activities with fun dry-land programming to create a well-rounded experience they’ll remember long after the holidays. Each day, campers strengthen their water safety and technical abilities through our station-based swim lesson program, helping them grow more skilled and self-assured in the water. It’s the perfect mix of learning, movement, and excitement—designed to build lifelong confidence and a love for swimming.

DatesDaysTimesLocationPricing
December 16-Jan 3, 2026 (TBD)Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri8a-5pSwimRVA-CSACTBD

 

ADDITIONAL PAYMENT INFORMATION
To reserve your spot you must pay the total amount at registration.  Cash and checks are accepted at the front desk but your spot will not be held without payment.

CANCELLATION/WITHDRAWAL POLICY
Participants must give written notice (forms available at the front desk) at least 2 weeks in advance to get a full refund.  If you cancel within 13 days of the camp you will be subject to a cancellation fee.

FINANCIAL AID

Access is opportunity.  SwimRVA offers significant financial aid to families with gross incomes below 300% of the federal poverty guidelines.  We will cover 40-80% of program fees to ensure that all of our programs are financially accessible. Click here to see if you qualify.  Then click the link below to get started.