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Harvard-Westlake Summer: Swimming

Harvard-Westlake Summer: Swimming

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Overview

Harvard-Westlake Summer: Swimming Camp is designed for young athletes who want focused swim training in a well-organized, school-based environment. The camp emphasizes stroke technique, endurance, starts and turns, and overall conditioning. It’s structured, purposeful, and centered on helping swimmers make measurable progress.

The atmosphere is athletic but encouraging. Campers are grouped by age and ability, so beginners can build fundamentals while experienced swimmers sharpen competitive skills. Coaches provide detailed feedback and consistent instruction, helping swimmers understand not just how to swim — but how to swim efficiently.

This program is especially appealing to children who are comfortable in the water and eager to improve. Competitive swimmers looking to stay sharp during the off-season will benefit from the technical focus. At the same time, motivated recreational swimmers can build confidence and stamina in a team-oriented setting.

Beyond physical training, swimmers gain discipline, goal-setting skills, and a stronger work ethic. The environment mirrors a school athletic program, which helps kids develop accountability and teamwork. For children who thrive with structure and clear expectations, this camp delivers.

Why We Love It

  • Kids train like real student-athletes in a structured school setting
  • Swimmers get detailed coaching that improves real technique
  • The team atmosphere keeps motivation high

Best For

  • Kids who already know how to swim and want to improve
  • Competitive swimmers staying sharp in the off-season
  • Young athletes who enjoy disciplined, goal-focused training

Camp Info

Ages:
9–16
Type:
Day
Month:
Summer
Gender:
Co-Ed
Setting:
City
Water:
Water, Swimming, Pool

Contact details

Address: Upper School Campus 3700 Coldwater Canyon Studio City, CA 91604
Los Angeles
USA

Request a Spot

You won’t be charged yet. The camp will contact you to confirm all terms first.

Specific session dates aren’t available right now.

You can still submit a quick request to let the camp know you’re interested.

How It Works

  • Step 1: Fill out a quick form to let the camp know you're interested. No commitment — just an inquiry.
  • Step 2: The camp team will reach out to answer questions, confirm availability, and walk you through the next steps.
  • Step 3: Work directly with the camp to finalize dates, handle payment, and take care of any details.

Got Questions?

Not sure yet?

  • Want to talk with the camp directly? Submit an application, and the camp team will reach out with details.

Paying for Camp

  • All payments are handled directly with the camp after you apply. They’ll guide you through their process.

Who Do I Pay?

  • You’ll pay Harvard-Westlake Summer: Swimming directly. After you apply, their team will walk you through the payment steps.

Payment Confirmation

  • The camp will provide any receipts or documents you need once registration is finalized. Just ask!

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Age Range

0-5
years
6-11
years
12-14
years
15-18
years

Accommodation and Meals

Safety

Safety is a core component of any swim program, and this camp operates within a supervised, school-campus setting. All swim sessions take place in controlled aquatic facilities under the direction of experienced coaches. Structured practice blocks limit overcrowding in the pool and allow instructors to monitor swimmers closely.

Campers are grouped by ability, which reduces risk and allows for appropriate skill progression. Coaches provide clear instructions for drills, starts, and turns to minimize unsafe movement patterns.

The school environment adds another layer of supervision. Staff oversee transitions between activities, and the organized daily schedule keeps children engaged and accounted for throughout the day. For parents, that structured setting offers reassurance—this is not free swim time. It’s coached, directed, and carefully managed.

Facilities and services

    • On-campus aquatic facility
    • Competitive swimming pool
    • Dedicated lane space for drills
    • Structured daily practice schedule
    • Ability-based grouping
    • Professional swim coaching staff
    • Technique-focused instruction
    • Stroke development training
    • Starts and turns practice areas
    • Conditioning and endurance training
    • Supervised campus environment
    • Organized check-in and dismissal procedures

Activities Program

The Swimming Camp program is built around structured, high-quality swim training. Each day focuses on refining core skills while building strength and stamina. Campers participate in organized swim sets designed to improve technique and efficiency across strokes.

Instruction covers the fundamentals — freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly— along with starts, turns, and pacing strategies. Coaches provide targeted corrections and individualized feedback, helping swimmers understand how small adjustments can lead to meaningful improvements.

Conditioning is also a key part of the program. Swimmers work through endurance sets and speed drills that mirror competitive training sessions. While challenging, the environment remains supportive. Coaches balance intensity with encouragement, so campers stay motivated.

The program is ideal for swimmers who want to stay sharp during the summer or prepare for upcoming competitive seasons. It rewards focus, effort, and consistency. Kids leave stronger, more confident, and better prepared for their next swim meet.

    • Freestyle technique refinement
    • Backstroke development
    • Breaststroke mechanics
    • Butterfly instruction
    • Starts practice
    • Flip turns and open turns
    • Sprint training sets
    • Distance endurance sets
    • Interval training
    • Pace control drills
    • Stroke efficiency analysis
    • Competitive-style workouts
    • Team-building encouragement
    • Goal tracking and progress feedback

Terms and Payments

Price includes

    • Professional coaching instruction
    • Daily structured swim training sessions
    • Use of aquatic facilities
    • Supervised campus environment

For an additional charge

    • Extended care (if offered)
    • Optional merchandise
    • Additional program add-ons (if available)

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