Winter Break Swim Camp

**SWIM LESSONS INCLUDED**

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 that is designed to build lifelong confidence and a love for swimming.

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 campers take part in multiple swim lesson sessions each day, SwimStrong dryland training, water safety activities, life jacket relays, Olympic swimming-inspired games, and a variety of other engaging experiences. Our camps are designed to help swimmers develop their skills, build confidence, make new friends, and enjoy an exciting summer in a safe and supportive environment.

Children must be 6 years old on or before the first day of the camp week for which they are registered. Campers may not attend more than 25 days within any three-month period, including attendance at Winter Break Camp, Spring Break Camp, and any Summer Camp sessions.

Summer Swim Camps – SwimRVA CSAC

For ages 6-12.  SwimRVA’s Summer Swim Camps are offered throughout June, July, and August, with most camps meeting Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Each day is thoughtfully planned to provide a balance of swimming instruction, physical activity, and summer fun.

Campers take part in multiple swim lesson sessions each day, SwimStrong dryland training, water safety activities, life jacket relays, Olympic swimming-inspired games, and a variety of other engaging experiences. Our camps are designed to help swimmers develop their skills, build confidence, make new friends, and enjoy an exciting summer in a safe and supportive environment.  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 by empowering every child with the ability to stay safe, thrive in aquatic environments, and carry lifelong confidence into the community and beyond.

Children must be 6 years old on or before the first day of the camp week for which they are registered. Campers may not attend more than 25 days within any three-month period, including attendance at Winter Break Camp, Spring Break Camp, and any Summer Camp sessions.

Summer Swim Camps – SwimRVA North

SwimRVA’s Summer Swim Camps are held throughout June, July, and August, with most sessions running Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Each day is packed with a mix of swimming, fitness, games, and hands-on activities that keep campers active, engaged, and having fun.  Campers participate in multiple daily swim lessons, SwimStrong dryland conditioning, water safety challenges, life jacket relays, Olympic-themed competitions, and many other exciting activities. Whether they’re learning new skills, building confidence in the water, making lasting friendships, or simply enjoying an unforgettable summer, every camper benefits from a fun, safe, and encouraging environment designed to help them grow both in and out of the pool.

Children must be 6 years old on or before the first day of the camp week for which they are registered. Campers may not attend more than 25 days within any three-month period, including attendance at Winter Break Camp, Spring Break Camp, and any Summer Camp sessions.

Summer League Tune-Up Camp

Ages 9-17:  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.

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.

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.

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.

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