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.

Camp Happy Hall ensures a safe and enjoyable swimming experience with exclusive use of the Millbrae Meadows Swim Club during our recreational swim times. One lane is reserved for our partners, British Swim School, for swim lessons. For campers who prefer not to swim, a variety of engaging poolside activities are available. Campers at our Millbrae location who choose not to swim will remain at camp and participate in a variety of engaging activities.

AMENITIES

Pool Amenities:
- Outdoor heated full-size pool
- Outdoor wading pool
- Outdoor shower
Other Amenities:
- Open field for play
- Volleyball court
- Basketball court
- Ping pong table
- Covered picnic area

SWIM SCHEDULE

Visit your camp's Location Page for specific swim days and times.

SWIM SAFETY

SUPERVISION

Certified lifeguards and Camp Happy Hall staff supervise the pool and surrounding areas at all times.
Staff-to-camper ratios are maintained to ensure every camper is closely monitored.

POOL GUIDELINES

All campers may swim in the 3.5 ft section of the pool without taking a swim test.
To access the deeper section of the pool, campers must pass a swim test.
Campers are encouraged to follow pool rules, which are reviewed with them before every swim session.

SWIM TEST

Certified lifeguards administer swim tests to assess swimming ability.
Campers receive color-coded wristbands indicating the section(s) of the pool they are allowed to use.
Swim tests are optional and can be taken at any time during the summer.

SUN SAFETY & HYDRATION

Campers must arrive at camp with sunscreen already applied.
Staff will reapply sunscreen as needed during the day using Rocky Mountain Sunscreen SPF 50 KIDS Spray Mist.
Shaded areas are available for campers to cool off and rest when needed.
Water breaks are encouraged before and after swimming to keep campers hydrated.

SWIM LESSONS*

*Optional for Millbrae Campers, 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 BSSHH25 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 our Millbrae Campus.

MILLBRAE

Arrival before 9:15 AM: Campers will walk with Camp Happy Hall staff to the Swim Club.
Arrival after 9:15 AM: Families must transport campers directly to the Swim Club and remain with them until Camp staff arrive at 9:30 AM.

PACIFICA

Arrival before 8:45 AM: Campers will be transported by private bus to the Swim Club.
Arrival after 9:15 AM: Families must transport campers directly to the Swim Club and remain with them until Camp staff arrive at 9:30 AM.

LATE ARRIVALS

Campers arriving after the cut-off time can stay at camp but will remain with the Adventurers group until their group returns.
For specific swim schedules, refer to your camp's Location page.

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!