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The Day-Off Camp
That Keeps Kids Swimming

Half-Day Camps run on the days school doesn’t. Kids ages 4 and older get open swim with their favorite coaches, plus crafts and games, keeping their skills sharp while they’re busy having fun.

Single days or multiple days. Ages 4 and up. $50 per day.

More Than a Day Off - It's an Experience

Every half-day camp is packed with open swim, in-water play, and hands-on crafts and games, all
in the warm, welcoming environment your kids already know. Designed for ages 4 and up.

OPEN SWIM
Open Swim and Water Play
The main event. Real time in the water to play, splash, and swim with friends, with instructors right there in the water alongside them.
CRAFTS
Hands-On Crafts
Themed crafts and activities kids actually take home, planned and led by an instructor. Messy in the good way, cleaned up before pickup.
GAMES
Games and Group Play
Group games in and out of the water that get everyone moving and laughing. Most kids walk in not knowing anyone and leave with a friend.
INSTRUCTORS
Led by Coaches They Know
Every part of the day is instructor-led, with the same small ratios as our swim classes. All the structure of a Bear Paddle class, with plenty of time to just be kids together.

Find Your Location & Day

Each location runs its own schedule. Register for the day that works best for your family here.

a child floating in the water with inflatables
Aurora
Illinois
October
Oct 12
November
Nov 23 - Nov 25
December
Dec 21 - Dec 23
Bloomingdale
Illinois
October
Oct 12 - Oct 13
November
Nov 18
December
Dec 21 - Dec 31
Kildeer
Illinois
October
Oct 12
November
Nov 23 - Nov 25
December
Dec 21 - Dec 23
Lake in the Hills
Illinois
October
Oct 12
November
Nov 23 - Nov 24
December
Dec 21 - Dec 23
Niles
Illinois
October
Oct 12
November
Nov 2 - Nov 4 & Nov 24 - Nov 25
December
Dec 21 - Dec 23
Orland Park
Illinois
October
Oct 30 : Single-Day Camp
November
Nov 23 - Nov 25
December
Dec 1 - Dec 23 : 3-Day Camps
Wheaton
Illinois
October
Oct 12
November
Nov 2 - Nov 3 & Nov 23 - Nov 25
December
Dec 21 - Dec 23 & Dec 28 - Dec 30
Woodridge
Illinois
October
Oct 12
November
Nov 2 - Nov 3
December
Dec 21 - Dec 23
Savage
Minnesota
October
Oct 14 - Oct 16
November
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Marlton
New Jersey
November
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Turnersville
New Jersey
October
Oct 12
November
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Mason
Ohio
October
Oct 12 - Oct 13
November
Nov 23 - Nov 24
December
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Oakley Station (Cincinnati)
Ohio
October
Oct 12
November
Nov 2 - Nov 3
December
Dec 21 - Dec 23
Florence
Kentucky
October
Oct 12 - Oct 16
November
Nov 25 & Nov 27
December
Dec 21 - Dec 23
Louisville
Kentucky
October
Oct 1 - Oct 2
November
Nov 2 - Nov 3
December
Dec 21 - Dec 23

What a Day at Camp Looks Like

Every camp day follows the same rhythm, so kids know what is coming next and you know
exactly what you are dropping them into. Exact timing shifts a little by location.

Drop-Off
Welcome and
gear check
Open Swim
Supervised
swim and water
play
Crafts and
Activities
Instructor-led
and hands-on
Games
Group play in
and out of the
water
Pick-Up
Happy, tired
campers!
little girl swimming with her head above the water

The Best Day Off They'll Have

Book a single day or stack several across a break. Camp runs on the days your district is closed,
so you only sign up for the days you actually need.

HALF-DAY CAMP

$50

per child, per day
When: Days your school district is closed, plus school breaks. Check your location's schedule.
Hours: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Mon – Fri
For $100 more, extend your camp day until 3 p.m.
Ages: 4 and older, potty trained
Pool: 90°F indoor, heated year-round
Sign Up

Everything included in your day:

  • Three hours of open swim and water play
  • Pool games and deck games
  • Crafts worth taking home
  • Instructor-led from drop-off to pick-up
  • Small groups, same ratios as swim class

Spots fill fast — register early to secure your preferred location and date.

Who Camp Is Built For

YOUR CHILD IS A GREAT FIT IF THEY ARE...
  • At least 4 years old and potty trained
  • Comfortable getting into the water
  • Ready for 3 hours of pool time, crafts, and games with new friends
  • Able to change and use the restroom independently
CAMP IS PERFECT FOR FAMILIES WHO NEED...
  • Structured morning coverage on your child's days off school
  • Pool time that keeps swim skills from getting rusty
  • A safe, supervised environment with certified instructors
  • Something kids actually look forward to

Frequently Asked Questions

Anyone. Camp is open to all families, whether or not you are enrolled in a swim package at Bear
Paddle. Children must be at least 4 years old and potty trained to attend.

Camp is $50 per child, per day.

Camp programming starts at 9am and runs until 12pm.

Every camp day includes open swim, instructor-led games and activities, and crafts.

Swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, and a snack if your child will want one. We’ll take care of the rest!

There is a minimum age requirement of 4 years old, and there is no maximum age but children
under 12 will enjoy this most.

Please do. Friends do not need to be enrolled at Bear Paddle. They just need a waiver signed by
their own parent or guardian before they get in the water.

Want more information?

We’d love to connect and discuss how camp can make your child progress faster in their swim skills.