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 fee)
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 SAFETY
​SUPERVISION
The pool and surrounding areas are supervised by certified lifeguards supervise and Camp staff at all times.
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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.
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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.
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Swim Lessons at the Millbrae Meadows Swim Club are back and brought to you by British Swim School. British Swim School offers 2-week sessions (Monday - Thursday) focusing on water safety for children ages 3+.
If your child is attending camp and you would like us to take your child to and from their swim lesson, please sign up for a 12:00, 12:45, or 1:30 PM lesson.
British Swim School is waiving its registration fee for Camp Happy Hall families. Use the promotion code CHH23 at checkout!
Learn more about swim lessons HERE!
Camp Happy Hall Swim Lesson FAQs
Is there a fee for swim lessons?
Yes, you must sign up directly with British Swim Schools. British Swim School is waiving its registration fee for Camp Happy Hall families. Use the promotion code CHH23 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.
What will my child miss at camp during their lesson?
We ask that campers select lessons that begin at 11:30, 12:15, or 1:00 PM. Depending on the group size, campers will return to camp as soon as possible. Most structured activities and workshops take place prior to 11:00 AM and after 1:30 PM.
What happens if the 12:00, 12:45, or 1:30 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.
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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!