Camp Themes: A Weekly Breakdown
At Swim&Gym Summer Camp, we believe childhood should be filled with movement, creativity, and connection—not screens. Each week of camp is thoughtfully designed to immerse your child in a safe, active, and imaginative environment where fun and friendship thrive. Campers enjoy a perfect balance of activities that build confidence, teamwork, and life skills, including two swim lessons, two indoor gym classes, open swim time, GaGa Ball, soccer, arts & crafts, basketball, T-ball, S.T.E.M. experiments, and engaging theme-based adventures. Every week also includes a special guest experience and/or field trip that ties into the theme—sometimes the adventure comes to us, and sometimes we take the fun on the road!
Our mission is to create a summer that inspires growth, discovery, and genuine friendships. Campers stay active, use their imaginations, and explore new interests in a nurturing environment focused on safety and positivity. Field trips are carefully tailored to each camper’s age and skill level to ensure that every child has an engaging and appropriate experience. Please note that field trips are subject to weather conditions or last-minute changes, as we always prioritize camper safety and fun. With each themed week offering a new blend of learning and laughter, every day brings something fresh and exciting. Join us for a summer full of movement, creativity, and unforgettable memories—where kids can truly be kids!
Week 1: The Mandalorian Mission!🌌
June 10 – June 12 (3 day week, prorated)
This is the way… to summer fun! Campers set out on an intergalactic adventure full of action, creativity, and teamwork. In the pool, young explorers will practice “water world” swimming skills under the guidance of certified instructors, gaining confidence and water safety awareness as they glide through their aquatic mission. Outside, epic games challenge campers to work together on daring missions—whether it’s recovering hidden treasures of the galaxy, rescuing a lost droid, or delivering a secret message across camp.
Tumbling and gym time transforms into Jedi-style training—rolling, jumping, and conquering exciting obstacle challenges that build strength and confidence. In arts and crafts, campers bring their imaginations to life as they design galactic gear for their missions, like star maps, jetpacks, or masks. 🚀✨ Our Field Trip Extravaganza is to Urban Air! , where campers can leap, climb, and soar as if traveling through the stars. Packed with action, creativity, and plenty of laughter, this is a mission every camper will be excited to accept!
Word of the week: Positivity
Week 2: Raiders of the Lost Camp 💎
June 15 – June 19
Get ready for a week of daring discoveries and thrilling adventures! Inspired by the excitement of classic treasure-hunting expeditions, campers will embark on a quest filled with action, creativity, and teamwork as they uncover the mysteries of the Lost Camp.
In the pool, our brave explorers will train like underwater adventurers, working on floating, gliding, and stroke skills through themed challenges such as the Treasure Chest Kickboard Quest, Sunken Ruins Stroke Challenge, and Gem Glide Missions. Each activity builds confidence, endurance, and coordination as campers navigate their way to hidden treasures.
In the gym, the adventure continues as campers tumble, balance, and climb through ancient temple training grounds. They’ll cross the Balance Beam Bridge of Bravery, and roll through Explorer Tumbling Trails designed to strengthen coordination, agility, and confidence, essential skills for any true adventurer! Outdoors, the expedition carries on with scavenger hunts, relay quests, and teamwork challenges, testing campers’ problem-solving and teamwork as they piece together clues to uncover the camp’s lost treasures.
Creativity comes alive in arts and crafts as campers design ancient treasure maps, and create sparkling artifacts. The adventure peaks with a field trip to the Geology Museum, where campers will uncover real treasures of the earth—crystals, fossils, and gems that reveal the wonders of our world. With action, exploration, and plenty of laughter, Raiders of the Lost Camp is the ultimate quest for fun, discovery, and adventure.
Word of the week: Respect
Week 3: Jungle Gym 🐾🌴
June 22 – June 26
Swing into adventure with a wild week packed with fun, exploration, and creativity! In the pool, campers will glide into “Crocodile Swim Races,” “River Rapid Relays,” and jungle-inspired water games that make every splash feel like an exciting river adventure. Explore the “wilds” of camp with thrilling jungle adventures—treetop tag, obstacle courses, animal relay races, and scavenger hunts that challenge every camper’s creativity and teamwork.
Tumbling transforms into jungle explorer training, as campers climb, swing, roll, and leap through obstacle courses inspired by vines, logs, and jungle terrain to building confidence, balance, and strength while having a roaring good time. Arts and crafts let campers get creative with animal masks, paper plate jungle animals, leafy headbands, and jungle scene collages, perfect for taking a piece of the adventure home.
The week’s highlights include a special field trip to Henry Vilas Zoo, where campers will enjoy a hands-on Critter Connection and an exciting visit from ZooZort, meeting exotic animals and learning about wildlife from expert educators. Packed with action, imagination, and discovery, Jungle Gym is the ultimate week for campers to explore, play, and roar with excitement!
Word of the week: Friendship
Week 4: Freedom Frenzy 🎇
June 29 – July 3
Get ready to dive into the red, white, and blue spirit! Campers will make a splash with Stars & Stripes Swim Relays and Patriotic Pool Challenges, where they’ll practice strokes, build confidence, and celebrate teamwork in fun, spirited ways. In the gym, the excitement continues with our Red, White & Balance Beam Challenge and Tumbling Games, where campers flip, roll, and leap their way through star-spangled fun—building strength, coordination, and confidence.
Creativity bursts like fireworks during arts and crafts time! Campers will create sparkling firework art, and handmade flags to show off their camp pride and red, white, and blue spirit. Outdoors, the fun keeps shining with Capture the Flag, Star Tag, and Firecracker Relays—action-packed games that keep campers moving and laughing under the summer sun.
Upper Campers (8 – 12) will climb to new heights of freedom and courage at Boulders Climbing Gym, conquering walls and challenges that celebrate strength and perseverance. Meanwhile, our Lower Campers (5 – 7) will explore creativity and discovery at the Madison Children’s Museum, where their imaginations can soar as bright as fireworks on the Fourth of July. It’s a week filled with pride, creativity, and pure summer excitement—Freedom Frenzy style!
Word of the week: Gratitude
Week 5: Legendary Pokemon Challenge ⚡🎮
July 6 – July 10
Get ready, trainers, it’s time to catch them all! Campers will join Pokémon Training Quests, Evolution Relays, and Capture Challenges, completing tasks to earn badges and level up their skills in teamwork, speed, and agility. In the pool, campers will train like Water-type Pokémon, practicing their strokes, floats, and kicks through Aqua Skill Quests, Water Pokémon Races, and Wave Master Challenge that build confidence, coordination, and teamwork.
In the gym, campers will tackle Pokémon Gym Challenges, mastering tumbling and obstacle courses inspired by iconic Pokémon moves, like Pikachu’s Lightning Leap, Bulbasaur’s Balance Beam, and Charizard’s Fire Dash, to become ultimate Gym Leaders. In our craft time, creativity will soar as campers design their own Poké Balls, trainer badges, bringing their favorite characters to life through color and imagination. To complete the adventure, Upper Camp will power up for an action-packed field trip to Geek’s Mania Arcade & Bowling, while Lower Camp enjoys a splash-filled day of fun at McKee Farms Splash Pad. It’s a legendary week full of adventure, creativity, and splash-tastic fun—where every camper can become a true Pokémon Master!
Word of the week: Motivation
Week 6: Moo-velous Wisconsin Adventure 🐄
July 13 -17
Get ready for a week full of exploration, fun, and Wisconsin pride. Campers will step into the sights, sounds, and flavors of our great state with farm-inspired games, challenges, and activities. Outdoors, they’ll enjoy Barnyard Relays, Cheese Chase Races, and Wisconsin Wildlife Scavenger Hunts. Swimming time brings Splashy Cowpoke Races and Milky Way Water Challenges, combining swimming skills with playful, splash-filled fun. Inside the gym, campers will tackle Dairy Dash Obstacle Courses, building strength, coordination, and teamwork as they move like cows, tractors, and Wisconsin critters!
During arts and crafts, campers will create farm animal masks and cheese-themed crafts. To round out the adventure, Lower Camp will visit the Wisconsin State Capitol, enjoying a guided tour and a picnic lunch on the Capitol grounds, while Upper Camp will experience the excitement of Camp Randall, exploring its history and team activities. All campers will also have a chance to see life up close at Busy Barns, making this week a hands-on, Moo-velous Wisconsin experience full of games, creativity, and splash-tastic fun!
Word of the week: Kindness 🚜🌾
Week 7: Enchanted Kingdom 🏰
July 20 – July 24
Step into a world of magic and wonder! Campers will explore a week filled with mystical creatures, sparkling castles, and enchanted forests through activities that spark imagination and adventure. During swimming time, campers will embark on enchanted water adventures—gliding like mermaids, floating like royal crowns, and mastering their strokes through magical quests such as the Mermaid Glide Challenge, Dragon Kick Quest, and Castle Float Balance. Each activity helps young swimmers build confidence, coordination, and strength while bringing the magic of the kingdom to life in the pool. . Outdoors, they’ll enjoy Treasure Quest Relays, Knight’s Armor Obstacle Courses, and Fairy Ring Tag, using teamwork, balance, and creativity to conquer the enchanted land. In the gym, campers will enter the royal training grounds for Balance Beam Castle Quests and Tumbling Treasure Hunts, where they’ll practice poise, strength, and agility fit for knights, fairies, and royals alike. Whether they’re crossing the “enchanted bridge” on the beam or rolling through “wizard’s pathways” in tumbling challenges, every move helps them build confidence and courage worthy of the kingdom’s champions.
Campers will craft their own crown and tiara designs,dragon or unicorn masks, and fairy lanterns bringing the Enchanted Kingdom to life, Each day is designed to combine movement, creativity, and story-driven adventures. Every camper will feel like a true adventurer, ready to conquer challenges and celebrate the enchantment of their own legendary kingdom! Field trip coming soon
Word of the week: Responsibility
Week 8: Horcrux Hunt 🧙♀️
July 27 – July 31
Step into the wizarding world and magical adventures inspired by the world of Harry Potter! Campers will join the hunt for hidden Horcruxes through clever outdoor games like Quidditch Relay Races, Magical Creature Tag, and Potion Ingredient Hunts, combining teamwork, strategy, and a touch of mystery. Swimming time, campers can test their agility and teamwork in Floating Games, and Mermaid Lake Challenges, bringing a magical twist to the water. A visiting magician will amaze campers with illusions and tricks, showing how a little imagination and curiosity can make the impossible come to life.
During art time, campers will craft their own magic wands, wizard house banners, sparking creativity and imagination. Midweek, the camp’s Headmistress will arrive with special deliveries of Chocolate Frogs and Jumping Jellybeans, adding a sweet surprise. ✨ Campers will embark on a magical journey to Monona Dream Park, exploring an enchanted outdoor realm filled with towering play structures, hidden pathways, and whimsical adventures that feel straight out of the Forbidden Forest. ✨ With spells, games, swimming challenges, and enchanting surprises, Horcrux Hunt Week is a spellbinding experience campers will never forget! 💫
Word of the week: Energy
Week 9: Camp Clue? Case of the missing Cheese Curd🧀
August 3 – August 7
Step into a world of mystery, teamwork, and adventure as campers become junior detectives on the hunt for the missing cheese curd! Throughout the week, they’ll follow clues, solve puzzles, and crack secret codes to uncover who took the camp’s cheesiest treasure. In the pool, campers will sharpen their swimming skills through spy-themed swim lessons like Underwater Clue Hunts, Secret Stroke Missions, and Kickboard Code Challenges, where they’ll practice floating, gliding, and kicking while searching for “hidden evidence” beneath the surface. Each lesson builds confidence and skill as they train to become top aquatic agents!
In the gym, the mystery continues as campers test their agility, coordination, and focus with Balance Beam Laser Training, Secret Agent Tumbling Missions, and Cheese Caper Circuits using bars, beams, and mats. They’ll need balance like detectives on a tightrope and quick thinking to complete each spy-inspired challenge.
During arts and crafts, campers will design their own Detective Badges, Secret Code Bracelets, to prepare for field missions. The adventure continues with a field trip to Hinchley’s Dairy Farm 🚜, where campers will discover where cheese comes from and collect “real-world clues” for their investigation. Back at camp, they’ll navigate the Spy Maze Challenge, complete fingerprint analysis, and crack codes to finally solve the Case of the Missing Cheese Curd!
It’s a week packed with mystery, movement, and mind-bending fun—perfect for every aspiring detective. Bonus: A snack of cheese curds
Word of the week: Adventure
Week 10: Time Trekkers ⏳
August 11 – August 15
Get ready to travel through time! Campers will journey across the past, present, and future, exploring ancient worlds, medieval quests, and futuristic adventures through games, challenges, and hands-on fun. Each day brings a new era to discover and exciting missions to complete! In the pool, campers will embark on Time Traveler Swim Quests, mastering their floating, gliding, and stroke skills through themed challenges like the Stone Age Streamline Quest, Medieval Kick Challenge, and Future World Stroke Mission. Each lesson builds swimming confidence and skill while campers “swim through time,” unlocking badges from different eras as they go.
In the gym, the adventure continues as campers tumble, balance, and climb through the centuries. They’ll conquer the Balance Beam Time Bridge, roll through Dino Era Tumbling Trails, and test their strength and agility in the Time Warp Training Zone, featuring bars, mats, and creative obstacle elements. Every activity builds coordination, flexibility, and courage—key skills for any great time traveler! Creative minds will love making Fossil Impressions and Time Traveler Shields, sparking imagination with crafts inspired by history. The adventure peaks with a field trip to the MacKenzie Center, featuring archery, a scavenger hunt, a wildlife exhibit tour, and the thrilling educational game “Can You Survive?”, connecting campers with nature and discovery. It’s a week filled with exploration, creativity, and adventure through the ages—an unforgettable journey for every Time Trekker.
Word of the week: Cooperation
Week 11: Grand Carnival Finale 🎪
August 17 – August 21
Step right up to the most exciting week of the summer—our Grand Carnival! Campers will celebrate with colorful games, thrilling challenges, and creative activities that keep everyone moving, thinking, and laughing. They’ll navigate a giant Carnival Obstacle Course, test their aim in Ring Toss Showdowns, and race through Relay Games using festive props and teamwork. In the pool, campers will put their swimming skills to the test in Carnival Swim Relays, Floating Ring Challenges, and Kickboard Balance Games, all designed to reinforce their lessons in kicking, gliding, floating, and stroke coordination—with a splash of carnival fun!
In the gym, the excitement continues with Balance Beam Big Top Challenges, Tumbling Tricks, and Strength & Agility Circuits that help campers refine their balance, coordination, and core strength while performing like true carnival acrobats. Creative campers will design personalized carnival banners, and work in teams to solve puzzle and scavenger hunt games, earning tickets toward carnival prizes.
Midweek, campers will head out for a scenic field trip to Devil’s Lake, exploring trails, playing nature-based games, and enjoying outdoor adventure. The week wraps up with our Friday Carnival Celebration, featuring camper-favorite games, craft displays, prizes, and even a dunk tank grand finale—the perfect way to celebrate an incredible summer of swimming, gymnastics, laughter, and fun at Swim&Gym Summer Camp!
Word of the week: Reflection
