If you were to flap open the gigantic atlas, situated somewhere between the hustle and bustle of New York and the historic charm of Pennsylvania, you would find a little jewel named New Jersey. Often affectionately referred to as the "Garden State," it's not just famous for its juicy tomatoes or the taste-bud tingling corn, but it's also a big splash in the world of swimming! The kids of New Jersey, or as our imaginary character, Captain Flipper likes to call them – the "Jersey Water Wizards," are quite the aquatic aficionados. With a backstroke as smooth as butter sliding down a hot ear of corn, they swoop through the water, leaving a trail of bubbles and awestruck onlookers. In the morning, as the sun peeks over the Atlantic Ocean, Captain Flipper, a funny, oversized dolphin with sunglasses and a neon swim cap, rallies his team. With a hearty "Flippity, floppity, let's get hoppity!" they dive into the pristine pools that dot the state, from Hoboken to Hackensack. These wizards are not just swimming for gold medals, but for the golden rays of the sun and the cheer of the crowd. Captain Flipper, with his blowhole that sounds like a laughing trombone, instills in them a spirit of fun, friendship, and a love for the magical dance between water and body. He often tells them, "In New Jersey, we don't just swim; we glide, we play, we make the water our stage." And so, from the tiniest of tots to the tallest of teens, the swimming pools of New Jersey echo with laughter, splashes, and the occasional trombone-like blowhole sound - a tribute to the watery wonderland they call home. And the "Jersey Water Wizards" continue to swim, following the flipper-steps of their funny and lovable mentor, Captain Flipper.

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best swimming programs in Sparta, NJ

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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!

Minong, WI 54859
4.5(4 reviews)
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At Camp Apogee (ages 5-12), parents can rest assured that their children are having an enriching and fun-filled summer. Kids can explore integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math challenges each morning at Hilltop and then head to the Lake Mohawk Pool for outdoor activities in the afternoon. Through this unique combination of activities, they can learn new skills and stay active and engaged all summer long! Parents in Sussex County can now send their kids to a camp unlike any other. Camp Apogee, in collaboration with Hilltop and the Lake Mohawk Pool, offers a unique blend of S.T.E.M. enrichment activities and traditional summer camp offerings all in one day. Kids can start the day with integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math challenges and then spend the afternoon swimming, playing sports, and participating in other outdoor activities. It’s a great way to keep kids engaged, active, and learning all summer long!

Sparta, NJ 07871-3512
5(1 review)
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Njswim Sparta offers year-round swimming lessons. Water Babies through competitive swim team prep classes and every swim skill level in between are available. We also offer an intensive summer swim program, open family swims, and parent’s night out. We host birthday parties too.

Sparta, NJ 07081
5(5 reviews)