From structured swim lessons and stroke development to full-day camps with built-in pool time, there are plenty of ways for kids to cool off while building confidence in the water. Across Colorado Springs, Monument, Castle Rock, and beyond, these programs help kids:
π Learn life-saving water skills
π Build strength and confidence
π Burn off energy (and sleep GREAT after π)
π Have the kind of summer fun theyβll never forget
π Colorado Springs β’ Monument β’ Fountain
π YMCA Summer Day Camp (with DAILY SWIM)
πΆ Ages: 5β15
π Full day (6:30 AMβ6 PM care options)
π΅ $188β$292/week
π (719) 473-9622
π ppymca.org
β¨ Swimming is part of the daily schedule (1:00β3:30 PM block depending on location)
π₯ One of the BEST βswim every dayβ options locally
π 2570 Tenderfoot Hill St, Colorado Springs
πΆ Ages: 3 monthsβadult
π (719) 623-1228
π britishswimschool.com
β¨ Focus: Survival-first swim training + confidence building
β¨ Small class sizes + gentle teaching approach
π‘ Buzzy Insight:
π Not a traditional βcamp,β BUT summer sessions + flexible scheduling make it a camp alternative
π GREAT for nervous swimmers
π 13171 Bass Pro Dr, Colorado Springs
πΆ Ages: 4 monthsβadult
π (719) 900-2550
π safesplash.com
β¨ Offers:
β Swim camps & clinics
β Group + private lessons
β Competitive swim prep
π‘ Buzzy Insight:
π This is one of the closest things to a true βswim campβ locally
π Strong focus on lifesaving skills + confidence
π Multiple locations (Union Blvd + Garden of the Gods area)
πΆ Ages: Infantβ10
π (719) 344-5328
π littlefinsswimschool.com
β¨ Offers:
β Seasonal swim camps (summer, spring break, etc.)
β 3β5 day intensive programs
β Small group + 1:1 instruction
π‘ Buzzy Insight:
π This is your hidden gem favorite
π Parents LOVE this for:
Fast progress
Confidence building
Fear reduction
π Also VERY active on Facebook π
π Colorado Springs (Multiple YMCA Locations)
πββοΈ YMCA Swim Lessons + Aquatic Programs
πΆ Ages: 6 monthsβteen
π΅ Varies by session
π ppymca.org
β¨ Structured swim progression, water safety, stroke development
π Not a βcamp,β but parents use this LIKE one
π Colorado Springs
π Pikes Peak Athletics Swim Programs
πΆ Ages: 6 months+
π΅ Monthly enrollment pricing
π pikespeakathletics.com
β¨ Small group swim training + skill development
π Colorado Springs
π¦ City Parks & Recreation Aquatic Camps / Lessons
πΆ Ages: 3βteen
π΅ ~$60β$150
π coloradosprings.gov
β¨ Swim lessons + aquatic safety programs (varies by pool)
π Often overlooked but VERY budget-friendly
π Monument
π Tri-Lakes YMCA Camp (Swimming Included)
πΆ Ages: 5β15
π΅ $188β$292/week
π ppymca.org
β¨ Same YMCA structure with pool-based swim time built in daily
π Castle Rock
π Castle Rock Rec Center Swim Programs
πΆ Ages: 3βteen
π΅ ~$80β$180
π crgov.com
β¨ Swim lessons + aquatic camps + water safety
π Parker
π Parker Rec Swim Camps / Lessons
πΆ Ages: 3βteen
π΅ ~$90β$180
π parkerrec.com
β¨ Swim lessons + summer aquatic programming
π Colorado Mountains
π YMCA Camp Tumbleson Lake
πΆ Ages: 6βteen
π΅ Varies
π ymcanoco.org
β¨ Swimming, kayaking, lake activities included
π Various Mountain Camps
π² Overnight Camps with Lake Swimming
πΆ Ages: 7β17
π΅ $500β$1,500+
β¨ Includes:
Swimming
Canoeing
Paddle sports
Water safety