Camps (13)
Swim tests are mandatory for all campers at Summer Day Camp. To pass, campers must swim the width of the pool, without stopping, struggling, or touching the bottom, and tread water for 30 seconds. The swim test is given on the first pool day, but campers can retake it daily until they pass, even later in the summer. Campers who join camp later in the season must also complete the swim test. Campers are not allowed to enter water deeper than their heads (including the diving boards) until they pass the swim test.
Duration of Camp
- Full 9-Week: June 2-August 1
Closed June 19 and July 4 - Full 10-Week: June 2-August 8
Closed June 19 and July 4
Hours of Operation (All Camp Locations): 7:15 am-6:00 pm
Barrington Elementary School Cafeteria
1780 Barrington Road, Columbus, OH 43221
Thompson Park North Shelter House
4250 Mountview Road, Upper Arlington, OH 43220
Tremont Elementary School Cafeteria
2900 Tremont Road, Upper Arlington, OH 43221 (Entrance Off South Parking Lot)
Reed Road Park Shelter House
3055 Reed Road, Upper Arlington, OH 43221 (Behind Fire Station #72)
You may drop-off and pick-up your child at SDC at any time during the course of the day. You may even drop-off and pick-up your child at the pool and/or a field trip location, however the adult bringing or calling for a child at an off-site location MUST make personal/direct contact with a leader (preferably the Camp Director /Asst. Director) to let them know that your child has arrived or is departing from SDC. On days of required field trips, Campers who do not wish to attend the field trip must be picked-up prior to the scheduled departure time.
Campers must turn 6 by September 30, 2025 and the maximum age of a camper is 13. Campers cannot turn 13 before the first day of Camp, however if the camper’s 13th birthday is during the course of Camp, he/she may attend the entire summer.
Residents are those families who reside and/or work within boundaries of Upper Arlington. The Upper Arlington City boundary encompasses most, but not all Upper Arlington School District. If you are in doubt, please call our office at 614-583-5300 or consult the Franklin County Auditor’s website (//franklincountyauditor.com) to check your Tax District under Parcel Search.
Registration for Summer Day Camp (SDC) is online at //parks.uaoh.net. Camp fees are non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be credited to your household.
You can either pay for camp in full when you register or choose installment billing. With installment billing, you’ll link a credit card to make payments on March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2, as well as an initial payment at the time of registration. Please note: You will need to enter your credit card information twice–once to set up future payments and again to process the initial payment. If the initial payment is not made, your spot in camp is not guaranteed. All fees must be paid by the first day of camp.
Camp Payment Plans:
Full 10-Week Camp ($2,275 for Residents | $2,730 for Non-Residents):
- $455 for residents | $546 for non-residents due at registration
- $455 for residents | $546 for non-residents due on March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2
Full 9-Week Camp ($2,050 for Residents | $2,460 for Non-Residents):
- $230 for residents | $276 for non-residents due at registration
- $455 for residents | $546 for non-residents due on March 3, April 7, May 5, and June 2
Camp offers more than just supervision during the summer months. Our staff creates a dynamic environment with engaging activities, guidance, and support, ensuring a fun and enriching experience for every camper. The registration fee includes access to the UA Pools, but only when the camper is participating in the SDC program. It also covers camp supplies and an SDC t-shirt. Additionally, the fee helps fund a variety of activities such as arts and crafts, sports, outdoor games, and team-building exercises. Campers will also enjoy exciting field trips throughout the summer, providing valuable opportunities for exploration and fun.
Every Camp utilizes electronic check-in/out. Parents must accompany their child into Camp each day and swipe the key fob that has been assigned to each camper. If your child had a pool membership or has attended Camp in the past, they have an assigned key fob. These fobs can be used year to year, pool to Summer Day Camp. There is a question in the online registration process that asks if a new key fob is needed. Please check yes accordingly. New key fob cards are distributed at Parent Orientations or given to you on the first day your child attends SDC. Camp staff scans your fob each day, upon arrival and departure from Camp. If you arrive or depart at an off-site location, staff enters your arrival or departure manually upon return to Camp.
Children should bring a packed lunch and water bottle/drink that does not require refrigeration each day. Prior to arriving at Camp, parents should apply a liberal layer of sun screen. Campers should bring sun screen, bathing suit, towel, swim bag and addition drinks and/or snacks for the pool. Sun screen is re-applied prior to leaving for the pool and at rest periods. Campers may bring goggles, ear plugs, additional money for pool and/or field trip snacks, however all personal items and money are the responsibility of the Camper. The UAPR policy is that staff cannot ‘hold’ or be responsible for money or personal valuables brought to Summer Day Camp. The general rule of thumb for personal items brought to Day Camp is that if it is too valuable to lose or get broken, it’s better left at home.
- 7:15-9 am – Free play/activities
- 9 –11 am – Organized activity and Camper attendance check– All-inclusive organized activity lead by a different leader each day and the activity typically changes each day.
- 11-11:45 am – Lunch (Campers bring a packed lunch that does not require refrigeration & drink) 11:45 am-12:30 – Clean-up, attendance check and change for the pool.
- 12-3 pm – Pool time (subject to change)
- 3:15-4 pm – Free play
- 4-5 pm – Organized activity and Camper attendance check
- 5-6 pm – Free play/clean-up
Transportation is contracted with the UA Schools using UA busses and drivers. Transportation is occasionally provided by UAPR staff in the City’s 15 passenger van for trips between Camps or the pool.
Campers attend the pool every day, with the exception of field trip Wednesdays. This is subject to change throughout the summer.
- Barrington SDC – walk to Devon Pool
- Thompson SDC – bussed to Reed Road Water Park
- Reed Road SDC –walk to Reed Road Water Park
- Tremont SDC – walk to Tremont Pool
Field trips are typically every Wednesday, with the exception of the first week of Camp. Each field trip has a permission form which must be completed. Field trip forms for all trips are available at Camp on the first day.