Limited Space
Skipper Division
Grades Nursery to Kindergarten
Embark on a voyage of independence, where first-time adventures build lifelong confidence.
Where Little Campers Make Big Waves!
The Skipper Division includes campers entering grades Nursery through Kindergarten. Outstanding adult supervision, an intimate environment and flexible program offerings provide the perfect balance for a smooth introduction to camp.
Small Groups, Big Fun!
We place our Skippers in small, nurturing groups where they can build confidence and make new friends.
- The Best Crew: Each group of 12-16 children is led by an experienced Adult Head Counselor and several assistants who are exceptional role models and professional fun-havers!
- Tons of Attention: With a 4:1 camper-to-counselor ratio (or better!), you can be sure your child is getting the personalized care and attention they deserve.
- A Cool, Comfy Home Base: Skippers have their own air-conditioned spaces to relax, recharge, and transition between activities, including dedicated classrooms and poolside cabanas.
- You’re Part of the Team: We believe in a strong parent partnership! Our team provides open and ongoing communication, so you’re always in the loop on your camper’s progress and adventures.
The Skipper schedule is packed with activities, balancing skill-building lessons with creative, self-guided play. Our kid-sized facilities, like Skipper Field and River Country, are built just for them, making every adventure accessible and exciting!
Explore Our Activities for Skippers
Campers explore creativity and science while creating exciting take-home masterpieces.
Barnacle Blocks
Barnacle Blocks is an engineering-inspired, hands-on program filled with thousands of multi-sized LEGO blocks and construction tools, perfect for curious young creators!
Loading Dock
The Loading Dock offers creative fun with lanyards, string art, jewelry making, beading, and weaving. Perfect for creating bracelets, keychains, necklaces and more.
Sensory Station
Sensory Station boasts an innovative science play space that sparks curiosity through interactive elements that allow campers to touch, see, hear, and explore.
Nature
The Nature Program teaches environmental, biological, and life sciences and explores topics such as ecosystems, weather, landforms, conservation and animal care.
Mini Movers
Mini Movers is an interactive movement program for preschoolers, using hands-on props to build coordination, rhythm, and fun.
Tidal Tunes
Tidal Tunes introduces preschoolers to rhythm instruments, age-appropriate songs, and fun engaging musical activities.
Early Ed-Ventures
Ed-Ventures offers a preschool-based curriculum that teaches foundational skills such as language, mathematics, motor skills, social development, problem-solving, and creativity.
Lower Arts & Crafts
Lower Arts & Crafts engages younger campers with exploratory sensory-based art using drawing, sponge painting, stickers, tie-dye, and much more.
STEAM
The STEAM program sparks curiosity through hands-on, age-based challenging projects that let campers build, experiment, and explore science topics.
Cooking
The Cooking Program allows campers to create tasty dishes while learning nutrition, healthy choices, and exploring new flavors with guided culinary fun.
Our Athletics program builds skills, sportsmanship, and active fun across every field and court.
Martial Arts
The martial arts program, powered by The Art of Self Defense, builds focus, resilience, respect, and grit, creating stronger bodies, and stronger minds.
Basketball
Campers practice basketball fundamentals such as dribbling, shooting, passing and guarding in structured lessons and interactive games on one of our 3 basketball courts.
Soccer
The soccer program teaches campers core skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, footwork, teamwork, and game strategy through fun, age-appropriate instruction.
Tumbling Tides
Skippers and Mariners enjoy bars, beams, and trampolines while strengthening balance, coordination, flexibility, and body control in a safe and structured environment.
Hockey
The deck hockey program builds skills such as stick handling, passing, shooting, positioning, teamwork, and sportsmanship through fast-paced play in our covered hockey pavilion.
Yoga
The Yoga & Mindfulness program allows campers to decompress while learning breath control, yoga poses, and calming sounds through engaging, guided activities.
Skipper Field
At Skipper Field, our youngest campers take part in Building Blocks of Sports, focusing on essential skills and foundational gross motor development.
Gaga
Gaga is played in a walled pit where players hit a ball with their hands below the knees, and anyone struck below the knee or who hits the ball out is eliminated until one player remains.
Softball
Our softball program teaches campers the fundamentals of throwing, catching, batting, base running, and teamwork through skill-building drills and guided gameplay.
Mini Golf
Myrtle Beach Mini Golf is our 9-hole, nautical-themed course where campers enjoy themed adventures and learn the rules of mini golf, taking turns, counting strokes, and showing courtesy on the course.
Certified lifeguards lead swim instruction and free play, keeping every splash safe and fun.
Instructional Swim
Campers receive daily American Red Cross-based lessons from certified instructors to build swimming skills and water confidence in our heated pools.
Free Swim
Campers enjoy supervised recreational swim time to cool off, play games, and have fun with their friends and counselors.
Pontoon Boat Cruises
All campers enjoy relaxing rides on our 25-foot pontoon boat, cruising down the Mill River at an easy pace to take in nature and spot local wildlife.
Our themed, modern playspaces inspire imaginative adventures with friends.
Pebble Beach Playground
Shiver Me Timbers! Campers are invited to climb aboard our resident pirate ships, The Jolly Roger and the The Black Pearl, to search for buried treasure in Specialty Cove. This multi-level, riverside, pirate-themed playground features slides, tunnels, smokestacks, cannons and a variety of other climbing structures. Follow Jack Sparrow’s map to go on a treasure hunt around the playground and collect all the hidden jewels.
Stingray Cay Playground
Sink your toes in the sand at our Caribbean Beach themed playground. Stingray Cay, home to our mascot “Ray”, features rope climbs, slides, surfboard climbers, a lifeguard lookout deck and much more. Use your imagination at the “Snack Shack” to cook up a seaside BBQ or join Ray’s band at “Calypso Corner”. This playground also features interactive sprinklers and misters to keep campers cool.
Seascape Playground
Ahoy mateys, it’s time to embark on a playground experience that is themed as a riverside boat. This enclosed playscape features slides, climbers, cargo nets, tunnels and more. Aquatic animal statues, including sea lions, iguanas and turtles, add to the fun-filled nautical experience.
A Schedule That Works For You!
We get it—schedules can be tricky! That’s why the Skipper Division is all about flexibility. Choose from our traditional or flex programs, or even our popular Mini-Day option (9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) for our preschool-aged campers. We make it easy to design the perfect camp schedule for your child.
Frequently Asked Questions
Each division has a Supervisor who serves as the main point of contact for families and can be reached by calling camp or emailing [email protected]. Families will receive a schedule prior to camp so they know exactly what their child will be participating in each day. While your child’s Adult Head Counselor is the primary contact for the group, counselors are with campers all day. Therefore, emailing the Supervisor or sending an e-note through the Campanion App is the best way to communicate. Counselors also share updates through stickers sent home and periodic check-in calls, and families can stay connected by viewing daily photos on the Campanion App and following our social media pages for additional photos and videos.
Campers will receive a supply list in the spring with specific information on what to bring to camp. In general, all campers should bring two bathing suits, a water bottle, and an extra set of clothes each day in case of spills or accidents. Campers should be on the road to potty training, and our counselors are there to help and support them throughout the day. If your child is not fully potty trained, please send diapers and/or swim diapers along with wipes. All groups have adults available to assist with bathroom needs.
Yes—our Preschool Skippers (3- and 4-year-olds) have a dedicated rest period built into their schedule after lunch, where they can relax by watching a show, reading a book, or calmly playing with a quiet toy. Families must send in a vinyl rest mat to remain at camp. Campers may nap, but if naps regularly exceed 30 minutes, a half-day program may be a better fit since the group cannot pause afternoon activities. Kindergarten does not have a formal rest period, but campers often enjoy a calm, low-key activity after lunch.
Not at all! Teaching our youngest campers how to swim is one of the best parts of camp. Skippers have their own dedicated junior pool with water depths of 1–2 feet, allowing them to comfortably stand everywhere while learning essential water safety skills such as floating and blowing bubbles through group swim lessons. As campers progress, stronger swimmers may have the opportunity to swim in a deeper pool during instructional swim. For safety reasons, floaties are not permitted, as they can create a false sense of security. Families looking to further support swim development may choose to enroll in private one-on-one lessons before or after camp.
