A Swim Program Designed for Every Camper

Swimming has always been at the heart of a Camp Nabby summer. Our summer day camp swim program is thoughtfully designed to support campers of all ages and abilities, helping children build confidence, learn essential water safety skills, and grow as swimmers in a supportive, well-supervised environment.

We take great pride in our three on-site swimming pools and the quality of instruction our campers receive. Every camper participates in daily instructional swim each morning, allowing our experienced staff to meet children where they are and help them progress at a pace that feels comfortable, encouraging, and safe.

Our two smaller, shallower, heated pools provide an ideal setting for beginners and developing swimmers to build skills and confidence. Our larger pool offers advanced instruction and appropriate challenges for more experienced swimmers, ensuring that every child is swimming in an environment that matches their ability, not just their age.

In addition to morning instruction, all campers return to the pool for afternoon free swim — a longer, relaxed swim period that gives children time to cool off, socialize with friends, and enjoy one of the great joys of summer camp: having fun in the water with peers, under close supervision.

All swim lessons are taught by our dedicated pool staff, all of whom are certified lifeguards and/or water safety instructors. Swim placement is based on demonstrated skill level, and safety is always our top priority.

The Shallow Pool
Gently graded from 2 to 3 feet and maintained at a comfortable 81°, our Shallow Pool is designed especially for non-swimmers and beginner swimmers. Campers always know their feet can touch the bottom, helping them feel secure as they learn foundational swimming skills and water safety in a warm, confidence-building environment.

The Middle Pool
Ranging from 3 feet at the shallow end to 5 feet at the deep end and also kept at 81°, the Middle Pool is ideal for campers developing intermediate swimming skills. Because the water depth may be over a camper’s head, swimmers must demonstrate appropriate skills to use this pool — reinforcing independence, confidence, and responsibility. Safety first — always.

The Big Pool
Our largest pool offers an exciting and appropriately challenging experience for strong swimmers. The pool ranges from 3 feet 5 inches to 10 feet deep and features a diving board and slide in the deep section.

The spacious shallow area (3 feet 5 inches to 5 feet deep) stretches 50 feet and provides ample room for instructional swims across the pool’s 35-foot width. Campers must demonstrate the ability to swim the full 90-foot length of the pool to access the deepest section, diving board, and slide — ensuring that fun and safety always go hand in hand.

Once campers are ready, there’s no stopping them.

Learn more about our Swim Program from our Owner/Director Joe Bertino: