Camps & Clinics

Become a Junior Counselor with IOP REC

IOP REC’s Junior Counselor Program offers a great way to gain hands on experience in the workforce, make a difference in kids lives, all while having fun!

More than just a program-it’s an opportunity to grow, learn, and lead in a fun and supportive environment

The Junior Counselor Program is $45 a week and offers the chance to:
  • Learn valuable teamwork and leadership skills
  • Get a glimpse of what it’s like to have a job
  • Work alongside experienced mentors who will guide and support them
  • Make a positive impact by helping younger campers

 Hopeful Candidates should apply by filling out this form:

Junior Counselor Application Form

Applications will be accepted through May 26

Camp Summershine  (ages 5-12yrs)

Camp Summershine offers a variety of fun and interactive opportunities including Arts & Crafts, indoor & outdoor activities, trips to the beach and more.  Campers will bring their own lunch and water bottles daily.  Snacks will be provided by Recreation Department. 

Camp Summershine 

Times:  9:00 am - 3:00 pm (Supervision 8:30 am - 3:30 pm)

Fee:  $100 resident, $125 non-resident

Camp Guidelines & Procedures 

Transportation Permission Form 
 

WEEK 1: JUNE 9-13 SPORTS & SKILLS OLYMPICS

  • Engage in friendly competition through sports, fitness, crafts, and more!

WEEK 2: JUNE 16-20 SCIENTIFIC NOTIONS & POTIONS

  • Explore the wonderful world of science through experiments and fun!

WEEK 3: JUNE 23-27 SUPERHEROES AND PRINCESSES

  • Campers will enjoy a week of adventure and imagination.

WEEK 4: JUNE 30-JULY 4 (NO CAMP JULY 4) PIRATES BY THE SEA

  • Engage in a week of activities and learning about all creatures and the history of the Isle of Palms

WEEK 5: JULY 7-11 HOLIDAY WEEK

  • Join us as we celebrate everyone’s favorite holidays during the summer!

WEEK 6: JULY 14-18 DODGEBALL

  • Engage in friendly competition, learn the values of sportsmanship, teamwork, and dodging!

WEEK 7: JULY 21-25 SHARK WEEK

  • Explore the wide world of sharks.

WEEK 8: JULY 28-AUGUST 1 TALENT WEEK

  • Spend the week practicing your talents for the end of summer show.

Wee Camp (Ages 3-4)

Wee Camp gives children the chance to socialize and interact with others while enjoying opportunities such as arts & Crafts, games, indoor & outdoor activities and wet & wild days. Children must bring their lunch, water bottle, towel and bathing suit everyday!

Wee Camp

Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (Supervision 8:30 am - 3:30 pm)

Fee: $100 resident, $125 non-resident


 Transportation Permission Form 

WEEK 1: JUNE 9-13 SURFS UP

  • Life on the seashore; above, on and under the sand!

WEEK 2: JUNE 16-20 LIVING ON A LAKE

  • Campers learn freshwater life.

WEEK 3: JUNE 23-27 JUNGLE SAFARI

  • Campers go on a jungle safari.

WEEK 4: JULY 30-JULY 4 (NO CAMP JULY 4) FOREST FRIENDS

  • Discover wildlife in the forest.

WEEK 5: JULY 7-11 SUMMER NIGHTS

  • What happens on those warm summer nights?

WEEK 6: JULY 14-18 COMMUNITY HEROES

  • People who help us in our community

WEEK 7: JULY 21-JULY 25 UNDER THE SEA

  • Life under the sea!

WEEK 8: JULY 28-AUGUST 1 STEM WEEK

  • Enjoy fun and learning and celebrate the end of summer

Lacrosse Fundamentals Clinic 

 A five week lacrosse clinic for those wanting to learn the basics of the game from skills and drills to game play!

  • May 3 - May 31, 2025
    • Saturdays
    • 2:00pm - 3:00pm Ages 5-7yrs
    • 3:00pm - 4:00pm Ages 8-10yrs
    • Age as of September 1, 2024
    • Activity# 121056
    • Advanced Registration Required
  • Registration: 2/19 - 5/2/25
  • Location: Softball Field on 27th Ave.
  • $30 per child, coed age groups
  • Minimum: 10 participants, Maximum 24 participants per age group

Instructed by: Jimmy Menacho

Soccer Camps

Spring Break and Summer Soccer Shots Camp (4-12 Yrs)  

 Camp is designed to develop the fundamental skills of soccer. Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, communication and curriculum.

2025 Soccer Shots Camps:

SPRING BREAK SOCCER CAMP
  • April 14 - April 18, 2025
  • Registration Opens: February 4, 2025
  • 9:00am - 12:00pm (Mon - Fri)
  • $150 resident/ $155 non-resident
  • Ages 4 - 12yrs
  • Minimum: 6 participants
    • Campers must provide their own snacks and water bottle.
SUMMER SOCCER CAMP
  • July 28 - August 1, 2025
  • Registration Opens: February 4, 2025
  • 9:00am - 12:00pm (Mon - Fri)
  • $150 resident/ $155 non-resident
  • Ages 4 - 12yrs
  • Minimum: 6 participants
    • Campers must provide their own snacks and water bottle.

Instructed by: Soccer Shots Charleston Coaches

 

Rising Stars Basketball Camp

Rising Stars Promo Camp Video

Pre Teen Rising Stars Basketball Camp (10-14 Yrs) 

June 16 - June 20, 2025

  • 9:00am - 1:00pm (Mon - Fri) HALF DAY CAMP ONLY
  • $150 resident/ $155 non-resident
  • Ages 10-14yrs
  • Registration Opens: February 4, 2025
  • Activity# 322100

Half Day Camp is based around the Super Six Self Improvement Stations. Camp will be supervised by certified coaches and college players. Campers will receive a camp t-shirt and basketball. Campers will need to provide lunch and/or snacks. FRIDAY, JUNE 20th is the CAMP FINALE (Parents Attendance Encouraged). CAMP PICK UP AT NOON. 

 

Youth Rising Stars Basketball Camp (5-9 yrs) 

June 16 - June 20, 2025

  • 9:00am - 1:00pm (Mon - Fri) HALF DAY CAMP ONLY
  • $150 resident/ $155 non-resident
  • Ages 5-9yrs
  • Registration Opens: February 4, 2025
  • Activity# 322102

Half Day Camp is based around the Super Six Self Improvement Stations. Camp will be supervised by certified coaches and college players. Campers will receive a camp t-shirt and basketball. Campers will need to provide lunch and/or snacks. FRIDAY, JUNE 20th is the CAMP FINALE (Parents Attendance Encouraged). CAMP PICK UP AT NOON.

Instructor: Rising Stars Basketball Staff

Volleyball Camps 

Girls Volleyball Camp (10-15 Yrs)   

June 23 - June 27, 2025

  • 9:00am - 11:00am (Mon - Fri)
  • $125 resident/ $130 non-resident
  • Ages 10- 15yrs
  • Registration Opens: February 4, 2025
  • Activity# 320100

Camp is designed to develop the fundamental skills of volleyball. Girls will receive a camp t - shirt. Space is limited to 25 participants.

Get Your Spike On (10-16 yrs)   

August 4 - August 7, 2025

  • 9:00am - 11:00am (Mon - Thurs)
  • $100 resident/ $105 non-resident
  • Ages 10- 16yrs
  • Registration Opens: February 4, 2025
  • Activity# 320103

Gear up for the indoor volleyball season with this four day clinic that will surely improve your volleyball skills. Drills, scrimmages, intense workouts and a lot of fun playing the sport we love. Space is limited to 25 participants.

Instructor: Laura and Kreg Togami

Gymnastics Camp (Ages 4-8) 

Three-day camp for all skill levels

  • August 4-6
    • Monday - Wednesday
    • 10:30am - 12:00pm

Minimum 8, Maximum 15

$100 resident/ $105 non-resident

Instructor : Kaylie Penninger -Jordan 

Youth Art Camp

June 9-13

  • Blooming Artists Ages 4.5-6
    • Little touch of everything with a big splash of the glitter!
      • 10:30am-12:00pm

$230 resident/ $235 non-resident

Instructor : Marie Johnson

Tennis Camps

Red/Orange Ball Camp AGES 6-9
  • June 2 - 5
  • Monday - Thursday
  • 9am - 12pm
  • $135 per child
  • Rain make-up day is June 6 
Red/Orange Ball Camp AGES 6-9
  • July 14 - 17
  • Monday - Thursday
  • 9am - 12pm
  • $135 per child
  • Rain make-up day is June 18

 

  • EACH PLAYER SHOULD BRING A TOWEL, WATER BOTTLE, BUG SPRAY, SUNBLOCK & HEALTHY SNACK.
  • Camp placement is based on skill level and instructor assessment.
  • All three camps are for intermediate to advanced players. Previous tennis experience required
  • No drop-ins allowed.
  • Minimum 5; Maximum 8 per camp.  Waitlist option available.

Instructor: Corinne Enright