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

Campers will enjoy indoor and outdoor play, team building activities, trips, special visitors, STEM and academic enrichment, and more.

AGES: 5–12

HOURS: 7a–6p, M–F for day camp, 8a–12p for Preschool Camp (ages 3–4)

PRICE: $135/week for members, $195/week non-members

DATES: Camp available all summer

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 without a registration fee and receive a free t-shirt.

AGES: Ages 6–12

HOURS: 6am–6pm

DATES: June 5–August 16

FIELD TRIPS INCLUDE: Weekly water park, nature hikes, Big Air, Aquarium, schoo-day VBS

The Little Gym

SERVING: Myrtle Beach

Their camps will feature weekly themes with unique activities to keep kids excited and learning all summer long.

AGES: Ages 3–10, must be bathroom independent

HOURS: 9a–1p, snack included

PRICE: $190 for 5 day pass, discounts for larger packages. Daily rate $40.

DATES: June 10–August 9

Dustin Johnson Golf School

SERVING: South Strand

These are the most popular golf camps in the Carolinas. Their award-winning staff has created a daily program that not only teaches the game but excites juniors for a life-long passion for the game.

AGES: 5–13

HOURS: 8:30a–11:30a

PRICE: $200

DATES: June 19-21, June 24-26, July 17-19, July 22-24

ADDITIONAL INFO: Kids learn in small groups (no more than 6 kids) that are age and skill-specific. Each group has their own instructor. Kids will rotate to different stations to enhance their skills in every aspect of the game. For utmost safety, a registered nurse is on-site during all sessions.

Jack’s Surf Lessons

SERVING: Myrtle Beach

This is the camp with over 1000 5-star reviews. Kids can participate in a 3 or 5 hour camp day with lessons happening by the Springmaid Pier.

AGES: Ages 7–16

HOURS: 9a–12p or 9a–2p

PRICE: $299-399

DATES: All summer long

We were on site for a lesson and have even more Info to share about how awesome the Jack’s team is. Read that here.

ADDITIONAL INFO: Safety is the top priority for surf camp. All instructors are CPR, First Aid and AED certified with hundreds of hours of experience. Surf camp is a holistic experience that teaches kids how to read surf reports, gauge conditions, practice ocean awareness/surfing ettiquette, repair their board and of course, HOW TO SURF!

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–12p, snack included

PRICE: $190

DATES: June 10–13 (Out of This World), June 17–20 (Down on the Farm), July 22-25 (Garden Party), July 29–Aug 1 (Trip Around the World)

TEEN CAMP: 12–16

HOURS: 2–5p, snack included

PRICE: $190

DATES: June 24–27 or July 15–18

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 (Market Common area)

Led by Pastors Matt and Melissa Johnson the camp is located at Solid Rock Church. They offer loads of fun via their after-school care and summer camps.

AGES: Tailored to ages 9–12

HOURS: 7a–6p

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

DATES: All summer long

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: Pre-K to 1st Grade students can attend from 9:30a–12p; 2nd–6th Grade students attend from 1–3:30p.

PRICE: $45 per day or $190 per week

DATES: June 5–August 16

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”.

STAR ACADEMY

SERVING: North Myrtle Beach

A Moms of Myrtle favorite spot. Summer camp will include lots of themed classes with options to attend a single session, a single day or the full 3-days per week.

AGES: 3+

HOURS: Half day, full day and pop-up class options

PRICE: Varies

DATES: Camp options will be offered all summer long

Read a full review of STAR Academy’s summer offerings here.

There is also a 10-week summer sports clinic where kids can learn the basic skills for various sports and have some indoor sensory play time.

INLET LANGUAGE CENTER

SERVING: South Strand

Founder and teacher Alex is a native Spanish speaker with a passion for helping little ones develop language skills in a fun, interactive, and dynamic way. She offers themes for each summer ca

AGES: 4–10

HOURS: 9a–1p (Mon–Fri)

PRICE: $150; Single Day $35

DATES: July 8–12; July 15–19; July 22–26; July 29–Aug 2

ADDITIONAL INFO: Inlet Language Center Is also offering a Spring Break Camp for $35 per day. Each day has a theme. Hours and age range is the same as summer camp.

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: 6+

HOURS: 7:30a–6p

PRICE: $145 per week

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: 2.5+

HOURS: Varies by age group (1.5–5 hours depending on age)

PRICE: $100-300

DATES: Select dates from June 10 to July 19.

Nailed It DIY Studio

SERVING: Myrtle Beach

This is a Moms of Myrtle fav… It’s locally owned by a fun mom, Julie. Campers will enjoy 4 hours of creating and the freedom to pick their projects.

AGES: 6+

HOURS: 9am–1pm

PRICE: $275

DATES: June 17-20; July 15-18; Aug 5-8

ADDITIONAL INFO: Siblings get a 10% discount. Projects vary for each week so campers can get a variety of projects if enrolling in multiple weeks.

AGES: 7-19

HOURS: 8:00am–4:30pm

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: $325

DATES: July 1–13 and July 22–Aug 3

Kickoff Soccer Academy (KOSA)

SERVING: Myrtle Beach (practices in at NMB Park & Sports Complex)

The summer elite camp from KOSA is where you want your budding soccer player to level up their game.

AGES: 7–17

HOURS: 6–7:30pm

DATES: Two options: Monday and Wednesdays or Tuesday and Thursdays

DURATION: May 27–July 18

EARLY BIRD PRICING is $450 (expires April 15). Regular price is $495. 4-Week camp option is $325.

More info & registration here.

OTHER DETAILS: KOSA offers a fun, exciting yet challenging camp full of new material, new drills, and new daily challenges. KOSA’s mission is to develop individual players with the necessary tools to fully realize their potential and compete at the highest levels possible.