Myrtle Beach Area Summer Camps

Looking for a summer camp for your child? We’ve received a few requests from parents for information on summer camps in Myrtle Beach, so we’ve put together a list of resources for you to explore.

This year is going to be a bit different, of course, but we’re keeping an eye out for all of the low-cost/affordable summer camp programs that are opening up for summer 2021.

Registration for a few of these summer camps has already began, we’ve noted that in camp descriptions.

Do you know of a 2021 Myrtle Beach area summer camps we’ve missed? Please let us know in the comments and as soon as we verify the info, we can include it in this round-up.

Summer camps can vary from reading/academic camps to sports camps to arts and crafts, gymnastics and everything in between, hopefully you can find a 2021 summer camp that you and your child will enjoy.

If registering more than one child, most camps have reduced rates for additional siblings.

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Note: As one might expect, most (if not all), summer camps were cancelled for 2020. While doing research for this article, our staff found numerous summer camps or activities that contain outdated and/or “pre-Covid” information and registration pages. In order to give our readers the most complete and up-to-date information, we have decided not to include these in this article.

City of Myrtle Beach Youth Programs

The city’s Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Department offers youth programs at both Mary C. Canty Recreation Center and Pepper Geddings Recreation Center. Programs are available after-school and during summer breaks.

Camp Cool-Out (Mary C. Canty Rec Center)

Ages: 5-12
Cost: $75 per week
Dates: Begins June 21. 2021
Times: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m

Registration begins March 1 for Mary C. Canty Recreation Center’s summer camp, “Camp Cool-Out.”

Camp Friendship (Pepper Geddings Rec Center)

Ages: 5-12
Cost: $75 per week
Dates: June 21, 2021
Times: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m

Registration begins March 6 for Pepper Geddings Recreation Center’s summer camp, “Camp Friendship.”

Registration for these camps costs $20 per child for city residents and $50 for non-city residents. To register, bring a driver’s license, proof of residency, birth certificate and registration fee. For more information, contact one of the recreation staff members below.

Amy Elvis – 843-918-2290
Jennifer Dennison – 843-918-1468
Paige Geddings – 843-918-2291

Thomas Gymnastics 2021 Summer Camps

Ages: Varies depending on which camp
Cost: $130.00 a week if registered BEFORE May 15th or $135.00 if registered after May 15th
Dates: June 21 – August 27, 2021
Times: 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m

Thomas Gymnastics offers not only gymnastics training, but also field trips, water park, bowling, Ripley’s Aquarium and many more local attraction trips. For more information, check out the Thomas Gymnastics Summer Camp Page on their website.

Myrtle Beach Art Museum

KidsArt Summer Programs

Ages: 6-8
Cost: $50 for Art Museum members/$60 for non-members
Dates: Jul 14-16 & Jul 28-30
Times: 1 to 4 p.m

Ages: 9-12
Cost: $50 for Art Museum members/$60 for non-members
Dates: Jul 21-23 & Aug 4-6
Times: 1 to 4 p.m.

The museum will supply all student art supplies.

Registration is limited to 7 students per camp. For more information check out the Myrtle Beach Art Museum Programs for Youth page.

Palmetto Kids Fishing Camp

Ages: 9-17
Cost: 4 day session is $475
Dates: June 15-August 17
Times: 7 to 11 a.m.

Palmetto Kids Fishing Camp is an on the water specialized day camp based out of Cricket Cove Marina which is sure to be the highlight of every kid’s summer. Experienced United States Coast Guard licensed Captains will blend daily fishing trips with educational instruction to help build a foundation for every young angler to enjoy a long, safe, fun-filled life on and around the water. In addition to fishing, kids will also learn topics such as fish identification, knot tying, basic boating rules and safety, catching bait & shrimp with a cast net, and the importance of being environmentally friendly. No two days are exactly the same and anglers can expect fun on every tide. The camp is designed so that every skill level will have a fun and rewarding time.

For more information or to register your child for Palmetto Kids Fishing Camp, please click here. Despite the hefty price tag, this camp is very popular and fills up fast.

YMCA Claire Epps Chapin

Ages: 5-13
Cost:
Dates: June-August
Times:

More information and registration for the 2021 Claire Epps Chapin YMCA Summer Camps will be forth coming.

Calvary Christian Summer Day Camp

Ages: 4-13
Cost: $80 to $120 (Does not include Registration Fee)
Dates: June 7-August 6, 2021
Times: 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Calvary Christian Summer Day Camp provides a fun filled day of activities that include exciting activities and learning experiences for all ages. Field trips, computer classes, crafts and more are included with your fee.

For more information, please visit the Calvary Christian Summer Camp page.

Jack’s Surf Camps

Ages: 6-20
Cost: $169 to $319
Dates: Varying dates all spring and summer long
Times: Varying depending upon which camp you choose

While maybe not your “typical” summer camp, Jack’s Surf Camp offers 2 to 5 day surfing lessons. The longer the camp, the more detailed instructions tend to be. A $75 deposit is required to secure enrollment.

For more information and pricing, please visit Jack’s Surf Camp website.

Myrtle Beach Dolphin Cruise

Cruise the beautiful Intracoastal Waterway, jetties, and beaches of Myrtle Beach!

See dolphins frolicking in their natural habitat along with local nature and wildlife in a unique way, in this 1.5 to 2 hour cruise. Fun for the whole family!

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