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Irmo Chapin Recreation Summer Camps




Summer Safari
Jun. 4–Aug. 17, Weekly
Co-ed Ages 5–10 $98R/$116NR per week
Summer Safari day camp includes two field trips per
week, arts and crafts, games and two snacks per day
at either Crooked Creek Park (345-6181) or Saluda
Shoals Park (772-3336),www.icrc.net.
Extreme Safari
Jun. 4–Aug. 17, Weekly
Co-ed Ages 11–14 $98R/$116NR per week
Extreme Safari day camp for teens includes two field
trips per week, arts and crafts, games and two snacks
per day at either Crooked Creek Park (345-6181) or
Saluda Shoals Park (772-3336), www.icrc.net.
Super Summer Camp
Jun. 4–8, 11–15, 18–22, Jul. 9–13, 16-10 7:45 a.m.–5:00
p.m.
Co-ed Ages 8–21 $125R/$143NR per week
Children with special needs will enjoy indoor and
outdoor activities including crafts, games and more.
Camp includes two field trips per week and a picnic
at a local park every Friday. Bring a bag lunch each
day. Morning and afternoon snacks are provided. Participants must be moderately independent in all
activities of daily living. Staff to child ratio is 1:5. If
closer supervision is needed for your child, a personal
assistant will need to be provided for attendance.
Seven Oaks Park (772-3336), www.icrc.net.

Crooked Creek Park Camps
1098 Old Lexington Hwy.
Chapin, SC
803-345-6181
www.icrc.net

Cheerleading Camp
Jun. 4-7, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 5-15 $65R/$78NR
Learn partner and group stunts, tumbling, team routines and develop flexibility. Routines are set to music
and use pom-poms. Performance for parents on the
last day.
Sports Galore Camp
Jul. 9-12, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 3–12 $65R/$78NR
Learn the basics of many traditional and nontraditional sports. Develop coordination, balance,
strength, flexibility, and self- confidence. All of Kid
Fit’s sports programs are non-competitive in a fun
and safe environment.
Chapin Volleyball Camp
Call Crooked Creek Park for dates & times.
Camp for players of all experience levels. Chapin
High School coach Mary Jo Jenny will help campers
develop individual skills and improve team strategies.
Gymnastics Camp
Jul. 16-19, Jul. 30-Aug. 2
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 3-12 $65R/$78NR
Learn tumbling, bars, balance beam, vaulting and
parallel bars. Participants sorted by age and ability.
Includes crafts and a performance with awards.
Bring a snack each day.
Itty Bitty Gymnastics Camp
Jun. 18–21, 9:00–10:00 a.m.
Co-ed Ages 2-4 $40R/$53NR
Itty bitty campers will get a taste of gymnastics
through tumbling, beam, bars the trampoline, and
more. Get your toddler moving and rolling safely. Parents do not have to stay each day, but are welcome to
join the fun. Children will gain confidence, increase
physical activity, and expand social skills.
Circus Camp
Jul. 9–12, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 4-12 $65R/$78NR
Campers learn rings, bars, tumbling, juggling, balance, trampoline, stilt walking and more circus fun.
Dress in a favorite costume every day. Camp includes
themed crafts and a performance with awards on the
last day of camp. Bring a snack each day.
Theatre Camp
Jul. 9–20, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Co-ed Ages 11–17 $175R/$193NR
Jul. 9–13, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 7–10 $88R/$101NR
This camp is designed for novice and experienced
actors. Campers will cover theater basics, theater
warm up and games, public speaking, expression,
line delivery and more. All of this will be in preparation for a show on the last day of camp.
Pottery Camp
Jun. 11–15, Jul. 16–20, Aug. 6–10
9:30 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 6–15 $92R/$110NR
Kids will love this introduction to clay and different
methods of hand building. Fee includes all supplies
and firing. Campers will work on a different project
each day.
Cool Crafts for Kids Camp
Check with CCP for themes and weeks
Co-ed Ages 7–12 $70R/$83NR
Learn new arts and crafts techniques through handson experience. Projects include mosaic trays, paper
mache treasure boxes, memory books, and handmade paper. Wear old clothes that can get messy.
Camp will meet for 2.5 hours on 4 consecutive days.
Check with CCP for camp themes and weeks.
Dance Camp
Jul. 16–20, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Co-ed Ages 3–8 $70R/$83NR
Camp includes daily dance class, art projects, music
and dance history, nutrition, anatomy, creative
expression, mime, and dance vocabulary. Friday will
feature an end of camp mini-recital.
Sailing Camp
Jun. 11–15, 18–22, 25–29, Jul. 2–6, 9–13, 16–20, 23–27,
Jul. 30–Aug. 3
8:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 6–17 $150R/$168NR
Participants can enjoy a week of sailing instruction on
the shores of Lake Murray taught by a US Sailing
Association Certified Instructor. Basic swimming
skills are required. Each student must bring a life jacket and closed-toe shoes. This camp is held at Lake
Murray Sailing Club.
Fishing Camp
Jun. 11–15, 25–29, Jul. 16–20, 23–27,
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 6-12 $75R/$88NR
Tournament fisherman and guide David Yates teaches campers basic fishing skills and techniques for
bass and striper fishing. Campers will meet at CCP
on Monday and Tuesday, and at a fishing spot to be
determined on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Campers will have a fishing tournament and picnic
on Friday.
Scott McLeod Baseball Camp
Jun. 18–22, 9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Boys Ages 6–12 $70R/$83NR
Includes instruction on hitting, fielding, base running, game situations, drills, and daily scrimmages.
Campers should bring bat, glove, cleats, and a water
bottle. Camp meets at CES.
Phil Savitz Soccer Camp
Jun. 11–14, 9:00–10:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 4–5 $45R/$58NR
Co-ed Ages 6–17 $70R/$83NR
Includes game fundamentals, individual skills, tactics, shooting, passing, dribbling, and trapping.
Campers should wear cleats and bring tennis shoes, a

soccer ball and a water bottle. Camp meets at CCP.
Chapin Softball Camp
Jun. 25–28, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
Girls Ages 8–13 $70/R/$83/NR
Learn the fundamentals of softball, including throwing, hitting, and fielding and develop an understanding of all aspects of the game of softball. Campers will
practice and participate in games. Camp meets at
Chapin Elementary School.
George Bryan Golf Camp
Jun. 18–21, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 7–14 $85R/$98NR
Camp is designed for beginner to intermediate
golfers! Clubs are not required.
Jack LeGrand Speed & Agility Camp
Jun. 11–14, 8:00–10:30 a.m.
Co-ed Ages 8–17 $70R/$83NR
Includes techniques to improve speed, agility, and
coordination for all sports. Campers should wear
tennis shoes and bring a water bottle. Camp meets at
CHS.
Chapin Wrestling Camp
Check with CCP for dates & times
Boys Ages 6–12 $70R/$83NR
This camp teaches beginner and advanced wrestling
skills.
Chapin Football Camp
Jul. 16–19, 8:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Boys Ages 9–15 $70R/$83NR
Campers learn individual techniques of offensive line
play, quarterback/running back play, receiver play,
defensive line play, linebacker play, and defensive
back play plus all phases of kicking. Daily passing
leagues, individual competition, weight training and
agility instruction are included. Cleats and a water
bottle are recommended. Fee includes a t-shirt and
awards. Camp meets at CHS.
Chapin Girls Basketball Camp
Check with CCP for dates & times
Girls Ages 8–14 $70R/$83NR
This camp emphasizes fundamentals of offensive
and defensive skills using drills to improve both.
Campers will have contests, play games and discuss
basketball topics such as sportsmanship, work ethic,
weight training, and off-season programs and opportunities. Camp meets at CCP.
Basketball Camp
Aug. 6–9, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 5–8 $65R/$78NR
Give your child a head start on the fundamentals!
Dribbling, passing, ball handling, shooting, defense,
and more. Daily prizes given and awards on the final
day.
Seven Oaks Park Camps
200 Leisure Lane
Columbia, Sc 29210
803-772-3336
www.icrc.net
Guitar Camp
Beg., Jul. 30–Aug. 3, 9:00–11:00 a.m.
Adv., Jul. 30–Aug. 3, 12:00 noon–3:00 p.m.
Co-ed Ages 10–18 $99R/$117NR
Guitar for beginners and advanced students. Bring
music stand and guitar.
Tennis Camp
Call Seven Oaks Park for dates and times at 772-3336.
Co-ed All Ages $75R/$88NR
Tennis Camp helps young players develop their
game, make new friends, and have fun. Learn basic
skills, proper stroke production, court coverage, conditioning and scoring.
Little Princess Jewelry Camp
Jun. 25–28, Jul. 30–Aug. 2, 1:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m.
Girls Ages 4–12 $80R/$93NR
Make yourself sparkle & shine! Learn how to make
custom jewelry and end the week with a Little
Princess Party and Fashion Show for parents!
Theater Camp
Jun. 11–22, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Co-ed Ages 11–15 $175R/$193NR
June 11–15, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 7–10 $88R/$101NR
This two week camp is for novice & experienced
actors. Learn theater basics, theater warm up &
games, public speaking, expression, line delivery and
more. Camp concludes with a performance for parents. Fishing Camp
Jun. 4–8, Jul. 9–13, Jul. 30–Aug. 3; Aug. 6–10, 9:00
a.m.–12:00 noon
Jul. 9–13, Jul. 30–Aug. 3, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Co-ed Ages 6–16 $75R/$88NR
Learn basic fishing skills & techniques for bass and
striper fishing from a professional. Meet at Seven
Oaks Park on Monday, Tuesday-Friday, meet at Lake
Murray (parents must provide transportation, location announced at camp). Enjoy a fishing tournament and awards picnic on Friday.
Cheer Camp
Jun. 11–15, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Girls Ages 5–16 $65R/$78NR
Learn cheerleading basics from local cheer coaches
and squad members. Girls will learn football and
basketball cheers, dance and the fundamentals of
building, stunting and tumbling
Basketball Camp
Jun. 25–28, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 5–8 $65R/$78NR
Give your child a head start on the fundamentals!
Dribbling, passing, ball handling, shooting, defense,
and more. Daily prizes given and awards on the final
day.
Sports Galore Camp
Jun. 18–21, Jul. 23–26, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 3–12 $65R/$78NR
Learn non-traditional sports including Frisbee, hockey, volleyball, bowling, kickball, badminton and more.
Bring a snack and a water bottle. Awards given the
last day.
Crafts for Kids Camp
Jun. 4–7, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 8–12 $80R/$93NR
Participants will explore different craft projects
including: finger painting, watercolors, pastels, crayon etching, print making and tie dye. Wear old
clothes, it gets messy!
Circus Camp
Jun. 18–21, Jul. 23–26, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 4-12 $65R/$78NR
Campers learn rings, bars, tumbling, juggling, balance, trampoline, stilt walking and more circus fun.
Dress in a favorite costume every day. Camp includes
themed crafts and a performance with awards on the
last day of camp. Bring a snack each day.
Gymnastics Camp
Jun. 11–14, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Co-ed Ages 3–12 $65R/$78NR
Learn tumbling, bars, balance beam, vaulting and
parallel bars. Participants sorted by
age and ability. Includes crafts and a performance
with awards. Bring a snack each day.
Itty Bitty Gymnastics Camp
Jul. 16–19, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Co-ed Ages 2–4 $40R/$53NR
Bring your little one to get a taste of gymnastics: tumbling, beam, bars, trampoline
and more. This is a great way to get your toddler
moving and rolling in the safest
way. Parents do not have to stay each day, but are
welcome to observe.

Karate Camp
Jun. 11–14, Aug. 6–9, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed All ages $70R/$83NR
Kids go wild for this camp filled with Karate games
and lessons! Free Karate belt to all first time campers.
FREE karate pants if you register by May 1st (camp
1), and July 1st (camp 2). Snack included.
Dance Camp
Jun. 11–15; Aug. 6–10, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Girls Ages 3–8 $70R/$83NR
Designed for early development of technical ball/tap
and movement. Includes daily dance class, art projects, music and dance history, nutrition, anatomy,
creative expression, mime, and dance vocabulary. Friday will feature a mini-recital.
Junior Jazzercise Camp
Jul. 16–20, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 5–18 $99R/$99NR
Junior Jazzercise camp is the perfect program to get
kids active and show them the importance of exercise
and health. The camp combines fun, easy to follow
dance moves to popular music, fitness games and
light strength training.
Irmo Boys Basketball Camp
Jun. 11–14, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Boys Ages 9–18 $70R/$83NR
The camp teaches the fundamentals of offensive and
defensive skills with drills to improve both. Campers
will enjoy contests, play games, and discuss basketball topics including sportsmanship, work ethic,
weight training, and off-season programs and opportunities. Irmo Baseball Camp
Jun. 18–21, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Boys Ages 6–15 $70R/$83NR
Camp includes instruction on hitting, fielding, base
running, game situations, drills, and daily scrimmages. Campers should bring bat, glove, cleats, and a
water bottle.
Irmo Football Camp
Jun. 25–28, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Boys Ages 8–14 $70R/$83NR
Instruction on individual techniques of offensive line
play, quarterback/running back play, receiver play,
defensive line and back play, linebacker play and all
phases of kicking. Passing leagues, individual competition, weight training instruction, and agility instruction is included daily. Cleats and a water bottle are
recommended. Fee includes a t-shirt and awards.
Girls Softball Camp
Jun. 25–28, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Girls Ages 8–18 $70R/$83NR
Learn the fundamentals of softball, including throwing, hitting, and fielding. All aspects of the game will
be covered. Campers will be given the opportunity to
practice and to participate in game situations.
Instructed by Darlene Gareis-Truesdale.
Phil Savitz Soccer Camp
Jul. 9–12, 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.,
Co-ed Ages 4–5 $45R/$58NR
Jul. 9–12, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 6–18 $70R/$83NR
Camp teaches game fundamentals, individual skills,
tactics, shooting, passing, dribbling, and trapping.

Campers should wear cleats and bring tennis shoes, a
soccer ball and a water bottle.
George Bryan Golf Academy Camp
July 16–19, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 7–14 $85R/$98NR
This camp for beginner to intermediate golfers covers
grip, stance, putting, chipping, pitching, and driving.
Golf clubs are provided. Fee includes t-shirt. Meets at
Seven Oaks Park. Register by: July 13, 2012
Irmo Wrestling Camp
Jul. 9–13, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Boys Ages 7–12 $70R/$83NR
Learn beginner and advanced skills related to the
sport of wrestling.

Saluda Shoals Park Camps
5605 Bush River Road
Columbia, SC 29212
803-213-2053
Bugs and Beasties
Jun. 19–21, 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Co-ed Ages 4–5 $40R/$53NR
Enjoy a summer adventure and become a nature
detective. Enter the weird and wacky world of small
critters. Play games, sing songs, and make a craft as
we explore
bugs and beasties. Fee includes materials and snack.
Kayak Camp
Jun. 12–14, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 8–12 $105R/$123NR
Learn the fundamentals of kayaking on the Saluda
River. The program includes universal paddling symbols, strokes, river terminology, geology, and some
local history. The camp concludes with a guided trip
downstream. Campers should bring sunscreen,
water, and hat.
Outdoor Skills Camp
Jun. 26–29, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 8–12 $35R/$48NR
This camp is designed for young adventurers that
want to camp but need to learn
basic skills to successfully enjoy the outdoors. Park
Rangers will teach fire making, shelter options, navigation, food foraging, plant identification, and snake
species. Learn useful skills in a fun environment!
Horse Camps
Jun. 25–29, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Co-ed Ages 6–16 $200R/$240NR
Attend horse camp at Longcreek Equestrian Centre in
Blythewood. Participant will learn the basics of horse
care, enjoy a daily ride, and make a craft. Bring a
lunch or enjoy the lunch the camp provides. Wear
long pants, boots or sturdy lace up shoes. For safety
reasons, no tank tops or flip flops. Height and weight
restrictions apply.
Paddleboard Camp
Jun. 11–14, 18–21, 25–28
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Co-ed Ages 8–14 $100R/$118NR
Learn the new outdoor water sport of Paddleboarding. Campers will meet the first day at Saluda Shoals
Park. Staff will transport the campers to Lake Murray
to begin a morning of instruction and fun.



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