The Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps in Myrtle Beach

the ultimate guide to summer camps in myrtle beach

Summer camps are some of the most sought after things in the Grand Strand this time of year… So we’ve done our best to compile a comprehensive list of options. Here it is… The ultimate guide to summer camps in Myrtle Beach.

••• FEATURED CAMPS •••

The YMCA of Coastal Carolina

SERVING: Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island, Georgetown, Conway, Market Common, Andrews

The YMCA is offering something for everyone – half day camps, specialty camps, and full day camps in 6 locations. Campers will enjoy indoor and outdoor play, team building activities, trips, special visitors, STEM and academic enrichment, and more. Be sure to check the website for all info as details vary by location!

AGES: 5–13

HOURS: Hours vary by location

PRICE: Prices vary by location

DATES: Camp available all summer; Specialty camps select weeks

ADDITIONAL INFO: Registration opens for members on March 1 and March 15 for the public.

The Learning Station

SERVING: Myrtle Beach (2 locations), Conway

Their summer camp offerings feature tons of fun and peace of mind for parents: splash pads, shaded patio play, academic focus on literacy, math and problem solving, all meals and snacks provided, field trips, and more.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: Register before March 30th and receive a free summer camp t-shirt.

AGES: Ages 6–12

HOURS: 6am–6pm

DATES: June 9–August 12

FIELD TRIPS INCLUDE: Weekly water park, nature hikes, Sky Zone, Aquarium, school-day VBS, parks, movies and more

Rooted Beauty Pottery

SERVING: Myrtle Beach

This small pottery studio provides handmade clay items and a variety of classes. Owner Rebecca is a former public school art teacher with a passion for bringing the love of clay to all ages and skill levels.

AGES: 5–11

HOURS: 9a–1p, snack included

PRICE: $215

DATES: June 9-12 (Island in the Sun); June 16-19 (Sweet Treats); July 13-16 (Hippie Fest); July 20-23 (Zoo Mania)

TEEN CAMP: 12–16

HOURS: 2–5p, snack included

PRICE: $190

DATES: June 23-26 or July 27-30

DETAILS: Campers will create 4 wheel thrown pieces, focus on hand building techniques, add finishing touches and learn the process of glazing.

NOW Kids

SERVING: Myrtle Beach (Palmetto Point Blvd)

Led by Pastors Matt and Melissa Johnson the camp is located centrally on Palmetto Point Blvd. They offer loads of fun via their after-school care and summer camps.

$50 Registration fee if registered by March 31.

AGES: Tailored to ages 8–12

HOURS: 7a–6p

INCLUDES: Daily chapel, field trips, lunch options, game room, arts, inflatables, snacks, and more.

DATES: All summer long

PRICE: $155/week; Sibling discounts

CONTACT: nowkidsmb@gmail.com

STUDIO 43*19

SERVING: Myrtle Beach

This is an art playground where creativity thrives and there is no wrong way to make art. Kids will work with different types of media and methods in different themes each week.

AGES: 4–12

HOURS: Rising K–2nd Grade students can attend from 9:30a–12p; 3rd–8th Grade students attend from 1–3:30p. Full day option available (9:30a–3:30p).

PRICE: $50 per session or $250 per week

DATES: Begins June 6.

ADDITIONAL INFO: Creative kids will love this camp. Campers work will all types of art supplies with a focus on upcycling and recycling. Kids are given creative freedom to express themselves because the Studio 43*19 motto is “there is no wrong way to make art”.

ULTIMATE GYMNASTICS ACADEMY

SERVING: Central Myrtle Beach

A Myrtle Beach institution for over 15 years, the UGA team prides itself on training competitive gymnasts and offering recreational programming. From toddlers to teens, from ninja to cheer, and tumbling to trampoline, they have something for everyone!

AGES: 4+

HOURS: 8a–6p

PRICE: $135/week or $35/day. Siblings discount available. Team gymnasts are $100/week or $25/day

DATES: All summer long

ADDITIONAL INFO: Campers will enjoy Friday field trips, KONA Ice on Wednesdays (bring $$) plus games, movies, music and other fun. Campers are supplied with a snack but will need to bring a lunch.

WINE & DESIGN

SERVING: Myrtle Beach

Let your child’s imagination ignite with Artist and Owner Bailey, who has been teaching children art for 10 years. Creative kids will love this chance to paint a new masterpiece every day! Their focus is to HAVE FUN and improve their art skills. Sign up for the day or save on a full week. With 9 different weekly themes, the whole summer is full of adventure!

Campers have the option to create a compact “flip through” booklet for those running out of wall space to display their masterpieces!

AGES: 7–14

HOURS: 9a–1p

PRICE: $250/week if booked by March 15; $270/week thereafter; $55/day

DATES: Weekly camps from June 9–August 8

Campers will create a unique canvas daily based on a weekly theme plus enjoy other arts, crafts, games and activities. Campers should bring a nut-free snack and lunch and wear clothes that can get messy!

Olympia Gymnastics

SERVING: Myrtle Beach (located near Holmestown Road around Surfside Beach)

Gymnastics is both serious and fun here. This gym offers competitive and non-competitive programs but their summer camps are simply designed to give kids the best summer possible — full of field trips, games, movies, arts & crafts, water play days and plenty of time outside.

AGES: 5+

HOURS: 7:30a–6p

PRICE: $145 per week if enrolled before 3/31; $155 if enrolled past 3/31

DATES: Full summer

ADDITIONAL INFO: Kids will bring their own morning snack and lunch. Afternoon snack is provided. Enroll/inquire in person or by calling (843) 238-0282 or emailing office@olympiagymnasticsmb.com.

Gracefully Fierce Dance Company

SERVING: South Strand

Fun summer camp programs broken down by age, theme, and/or skill. There is something for every kid regardless of skill level. Some camp weeks culminate in a Friday showcase for parents and friends!

AGES: 3-10

HOURS: Varies by age group (2–5 hours depending on age)

PRICE: $100-300

DATES: Select dates from June 19 to July 24.

AGES: 8-19

HOURS: 8:00am–4:30pm

Productions include: Willy Wonka, Bettlejuice, Moana Jr. and Grease

LONG BAY THEATRE

SERVING: Myrtle Beach

This nonprofit theatre is bringing world-class musicals and plays to the Grand Strand. Their summer camps offer 2 exciting productions for each age group. Scholarship options are available.

PRICE: $365

DATES: June 16-28; June 30-July 12

NAILED IT DIY

SERVING: Myrtle Beach

AGES: 6+

HOURS: 9a–1p; Mon–Thur

DATES: July 7-11; July 21-25; Aug 4-7

PRICE: $300/week; Sibling discount available

GLOW LAB CAMP allows campers to explore creativity through experimentation and fun projects. It combines science and art and kids should come ready to get messy.