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Washington Recreational Swimming
Teaching Kids Water Orientation, Swim Lessons, and Personal Water Safety
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Washington parents know that Washington swim camps will enhance your child's overall body coordination through confidence boosting water games, activities and organized swim lessons. With a focus on fun and safety, Washington swim camps tailor your child's swim lessons to meet their specific needs based on their age and ability.
Swimming is one of the best overall physical fitness activities out there and your child will learn not only stroke development but also water safety around a pool and for all water sports. At Washington swim camps, your child will learn an important skill that could save not only their own life but the life of another.
Summer camps through out the country and especially in Washington continue to embraced this important need to learn to swim and constantly strive to improve their summer recreational swim programs.
The following are some highly recommended recreational swim camps servicing Washington. These camps have passed 300 stringent standards and are thus accredited by the World Camp Association and the American Camping Association:
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Recreational Swimming Camps in the Washington Region are:
Cascade Meadows Bapt Camp Leavenworth,WA http://www.cascademeadows.org 206-463-2512
Cascade Meadows provides a 'real' camp experience, hiking, cookouts, campfires, river-tubing, outdoor games, crafts, orienteering, and star-gazing.
Auburn YMCA Summer Day Camp Auburn,WA 253-833-2770
Supportive atmosphere of a Day Camp setting. Encourages participates to develop fullest potential in spirit, mind & body.
Camp Dart-Lo Spokane,WA http://www.dartlo.org 509-747-6191
Something for everyone. Leadership training for teens. Come 2 weeks or all summer. State-of-the-art pool complex nestled in forest provides unique experience.
Camp Fire USA Day Camps Seattle,WA http://www.campfire-usa.org 206-461-8550
Week long day camps in outdoor settings. Small groups, trained volunteer staff, nature, crafts, camp skills, games.
Camp Firwood Bellingham,WA http://www.thefirs.org 360-733-6840
Firwood is a counelor-centered, high-energy, activity-oriented, summer camp.
Camp Fun in the Sun Spokane,WA http://www.campfuninthesun.org 509-232-9135
Dedicated to children w/diabetes, A unique opportunity to share experiences and learn more about managing their disease
Camp Good Times Seattle,WA 206-674-4188
Resident camp for children with cancer and their siblings. All fees are covered.
Camp Highline Seattle,WA http://www.seattleymca.org 206-244-5880
Camp Highline is a real outdoor camping adventure in an urban based environment. Outdoor living skills, overnight campouts, rock climbing, archery, & more.
Camp Huston Gold Bar,WA http://www.huston.org 360-793-0441
Episcopal camp in foot hills of Cascade Mtns. Small group experience in a Christian community. Adventure trips.
Camp Nor'wester Roche Harbor,WA http://www.norwester.org 360-468-2225
Opportunities to practice leadership, stewardship and conservation. Emphasis on self discovery and community living.
Camp Sealth Vashon Is.,WA http://www.campfire-usa.org 206-463-3174
Woodlands & beach on Puget Sound. Emphasis on teamwork, group living & camper involvement in planning activities. Outstanding teen programs. School Environ Ed.
Camp Zanika Lache Leavenworth,WA 509-663-1609
Mountain setting on Lake Wenatchee, caring camp, traditional Camp Fire program, mature staff.
Canoe Island French Camp Orcas,WA http://www.canoeisland.org 360-468-2329
Speak French while swimming, kayaking, sailing, cooking and participating in art, theater, archery, fencing. International staff. 4:1 camper/counselor ratio.
Cascade Camp Cherith Belfair,WA http://www.cascadecampcherith.org 425-487-0648
water & target sports, arts & camp skills + Bible, leadership training, friends, learning about self and God. Beyond fun separate programs for boys & girls
Columbia Gorge Sch of Theatre White Salmon,WA http://www.TheatreCamp.com 509-493-1213
Columbia Gorge School of Theatre; a summer residential camp for ages 8-18. Act, sing, dance, perform in an emotionally safe environment in a wilderness setting.
CYO Camp Don Bosco Carnation,WA http://www.seattlearch.org/cyo 425-869-1787
Children discover a sense of self, and appreciation of others & nature. See all these wonders as a reflection of God.
CYO Camp Gallagher Lake Bay,WA http://www.seattlearch.org/cyo 206-903-4625
Teens discover a sense of self & appreciation of others, nature & see all these wonders as a reflection of God.
CYO Camp Hamilton Monroe,WA http://www.seattlearch.org/cyo 206-903-4625
Children discover a sense of self, an appreciation of others & nature. See all these as a reflection of God.
Day Camp Sand Point Seattle,WA 206-524-1400
YMCA Day Camp Sandpoint provides a camp experience in an urban center, emphasizing the core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, caring, faith & fun.
Federal Way Norman Center YMCA Federal Way,WA http://www.seattleymca.org 253-838-4708
Combine healthy portions of the great outdoors & skill building sprinkled with cultural expeniences all wrapped up in fun & you've got YMCA Outdoor Day Camp.
Four Winds and Westward Ho Deer Harbor,WA http://www.fourwindscamp.org 360-376-2277
Washington's San Juan Islands. Long standing coed prog, individual choice 20 activities, sailing, sports, arts, riding, arts and crafts, & garden
Hidden Valley Camp Granite Falls,WA http://www.hvc-wa.com 425-844-8896
Small group program emphasis. Carefully selected & trained staff. Rustic experience in caring & supportive atmosphere. A very special place for kids since 1947.
Indianola Camp & Retreat Ctr Indianola,WA http://www.gbgm-umc.org/campindianola 360-297-2223
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Lake Heights YMCA Day Camp Bellevue,WA 425-644-8417
We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities.
Lake Wenatchee YMCA Camp Leavenworth,WA http://www.lwycamp.org 509-763-9622
Focus is on building character based on caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility through quality leadership.
Marine Science Camp Port Townsend,WA http://www.ptmsc.org 360-385-5582
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Meredith Mathews East Madison Seattle,WA http://www.seattleymca.org 206-322-6969
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Northshore YMCA Day Camp Bothell,WA http://www.nsysummercamp.org 425-485-9797
Full day camp program focused on teaching values to children using outdoor programs with a family emphasis.
Northwest Kiwanis Camp Chimacum,WA http://www.kiwaniscamp.com 360-732-7222
NW Kiwanis Camp's mission is to provide a safe, fun summer camp experience for emotionally, physically and/or developmentally challenged children and adults.
Ocean Park Retreat Center Ocean Park,WA http://www.opretreat.org 360-665-4367
80 acres of beach dunes and forest. Located on the Long Beach Peninsula with lighthouses, oyster farming and Lewis and Clark sites.
River Ranch Resident & Day Cam Carnation,WA http://www.girlscoutstotem.org/summer.htm 425-333-4553
Girl Scout camp serving all girls. Horseback riding, swimming, arts & crafts, nature activities & leadership development
Robbinswold Lilliwaup,WA http://www.girlscoutstotem.org/summer.htm 206-633-5600
Girl Scout camp, on Hood Canal serving all girls. Boating, ocean beach, nature activities,l eadership development & more
Roganunda Naches,WA http://www.yakima-campfire.com 509-453-9151
'Fun & Sun for Boys & Girls'
Sammamish YMCA Camp Terry Preston,WA http://www.sammamishymca.org 425-391-4840
YMCA Terry is a day camp for kids ages 6-12. It is located along the Raging River in Preston, WA. Hiking, Archery, Climbing, and Field Trips make up our day.
Shoreline Family YMCA Shoreline,WA http://www.shorelineymca.org 206-364-1700
Tkae an adventure this summer. Each week is filled with a variety of field trips, active games, songs, swimming and many more fun activities.
Sound View Camp Long Branch,WA http://www.soundviewcamp.com 253-884-9202
105 acres located on beautiful Puget Sound. Faith based programs with one of the NW's largest challenge courses. A wonderful place to relax.
St Albans Belfair,WA http://www.gsppc.org 253-475-0307
Freshwater lake, Viking boats, waterfront, horses, trip programs, care for earthskills, camper planning, FUN.
Sunset Lake Camp Wilkeson,WA http://www.sunsetlake.org 360-829-0311
Noncompetitive program focuses on group cooperation & encouragement, affirming Christian values & healthful lifestyle.
The Museum of Flight (ACE) Seattle,WA http://www.museumofflight.org/ace 206-768-7141
The Museum of Flight takes summer camp to the air with it's popular Aerospace Camp Experience (ACE).
The Salvation Army Camp Arnold Eatonville,WA http://www.tsacamparnold.org 253-847-2511
Over 600 acres pristine land and forests, natural lake, spectacular view Mt Ranier-watersports, hiking ages 8-12, wilderness ed 13-16, low camper/staff ratio
Volasuca Volunteers Of America Sultan,WA http://www.voaww.org/camp 360-793-0646
A camp for every child, nurturing self-esteem, leadership and social development. Financial assistance available.
West Seattle YMCA Day Camp Seattle,WA 206-935-6000
Traditional outdoor day camp in natural setting with emphasis on outdoor recreation and education. Convenient drop off locations and hours.
YMCA Camp Colman Longbranch,WA 253-884-3844
On 1/2 mile of beach-front facing west. Swimming & boating in salt water lagoon. Environmental ed prog year round.
YMCA Camp Dudley Naches,WA http://www.yakimaymca.org 509-248-1202
Located in the beautiful Cascade Mountains. We focus on developing self-esteem, leadership, social skills and FUN.
YMCA Camp Orkila Seattle,WA http://www.camporkila.org 206-382-5009
Breathtaking setting in Washington's San Juan Islands. Emphasis on out-of-camp trips. Diverse program and caring staff.
YMCA Camp Reed Deer Park,WA http://www.campreed.org 509-838-3577
Breathtaking setting on private lake. Traditional camp; out of camp trip; caring staff.
YMCA Camp Seymour Gig Harbor,WA http://www.campseymour.org 253-884-3392
Progressive, values-oriented, camper-centered programs combining adventure, friendship, and growth. The days we create are as unique as each of our campers.
YMCA Day Camp Bellevue Bellevue,WA 425-746-9900
YMCA fun on several sites. Values-based program in outdoor setting for youth. Specialty and adventure programs offered.
YMCA Day Camp Puyallup Puyallup,WA http://www.ymcatacoma.org 253-841-9622
Exciting theme-based activities in 4 locations. Special programming, age 10-12. Separate teen camp has an overnight trips.
YMCA Gig Harbor Day Camp Gig Harbor,WA 253-884-3392
Day camp with real 'camp' flavor. Hiking, crafts, and much more. We build strong kinds, strong families, strong communities.
YMCA Lakewood Day Camp Lakewood,WA http://www.ymcatacoma.org 253-460-8922
Day camps for ages 3-4, 5-8, 9-12 & 12-15. Lots of fun activities and field trips at several locations.
YMCA Tacoma Day Camp Tacoma,WA http://www.ymcatacoma.org 253-460-8842
Traditional day camp emphasizes fun, noncompetitive activities. Child-focused staff. Camper to staff ratio is 6:1.
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