SWIMMING
Camp Happy Hall partners with the Millbrae Meadows Swim Club to provide a place for campers to build coordination, strength, and confidence in a positive and safe environment. The Swim Club also includes areas for sports and games for campers who wish to remain dry.
RECREATIONAL SWIMMING
Included in camp fees for
Explorers and Trailblazers
We have exclusive use of the Millbrae Meadows Swim Club for recreational swimming. Campers can enjoy a variety of poolside activities if they do not wish to swim.
AMENITIES
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Outdoor Heated full-size pool
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Outdoor Wading pool
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Outdoor shower
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Covered picnic area
SWIM SCHEDULE
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EXPLORERS - Tuesday & Thursday
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TRAILBLAZERS - Wednesday & Friday
SWIM SAFETY
SUPERVISION
The pool and surrounding areas are supervised by certified lifeguards supervise and Camp staff at all times.
POOL
All campers may swim in the 3.5 ft section of the pool. Campers who wish to swim in the deeper section of the pool, are required to take a swim test.
SWIM TEST
Swim tests are administered by certified lifeguards to determine swimming ability. Campers are issued colored wristbands designating the section(s) of the pool they are permitted to use.
SWIM LESSONS*
*Optional, not included in camp fee.
Swim Lesson FAQs
Who teaches swim lessons?
British Swim School teaches swim lessons for all experience levels to become safer, stronger swimmers.
Is there a fee for swim lessons?
Yes, you must sign up directly with British Swim School. British Swim School is waiving its membership fee for Camp Happy Hall families. Use the promotion code BSSHH24 at checkout!
Who will take my child to their lesson?
If your child is enrolled at Camp Happy Hall, a Camp Teacher will walk all children signed up for lessons, stay with your child throughout their lessons, and walk them back to camp.
When should I schedule swim lessons?
We ask that families select lessons that begin at 9:30, 10:15, or 11:00 AM. Depending on the group size, campers will return to camp as soon as possible.
If families choose a different time, Happy Hall will not be able to walk campers to their lesson.
What happens if the 9:30, 10:15, or 11:30 PM classes are full?
British Swim School asks that Camp Happy Hall families join the waitlist, and another class may be added as summer approaches.
My child is an Adventurer (entering grades TK or K). Can they participate in swim lessons?
Yes, although they will not participate in recreational swimming, they are welcome to sign up for swim lessons.
LOCATION & TRANSPORTATION
The Swim Club is located at
1225 Helen Drive, Millbrae, CA
walking distance from camp.
TRANSPORTATION FOR REC SWIM & SWIM LESSON
If your child arrives at camp prior to 9:15 AM, we will walk your child to the pool, if they arrive after 9:15 AM, please transport your camper directly to the Swim Club, and wait until a Camp staff member arrives at 9:30 AM.
DON'T FEEL LIKE SWIMMING?
We offer a variety of poolside movement and creative arts activities for campers who want to stay dry. Campers enjoy basketball, soccer, bubble fun, crafts, and more!