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Bahamas Summer Programs 2019

June 26, 2019 by Tansey Louis Leave a Comment

Bahamas Summer Programs 2019

Summer is officially here and you may be wondering “Now what?”

Well now is a great time to catch up on those interesting activities or hobbies you weren’t able to do during the school year.

Maybe you’re interested in dolphins, technology, reading support, marine biology, zip lining or boat navigation.

Whatever your fancy, there is most likely a summer program happening right here in the Bahamas which can satisfy your interest.

If you don’t know where to start your search, consider one of these summer programs below;

  1. Dolphin Swim Club Summer Camp

Age level: 4 – 14 (others on a case-by-case basis).

Location: New Providence

Description: Provides instruction for beginners as well as those looking to improve their swimming skills.
We offer two half-day camps.

Registration details: Additional information can be found here: https://bit.ly/2VkWAJ1

dolphin-swim-club-summer-camp

2. Dolphin Encounters – Seaventure Summer Camp

Age level: 4-8 years and 9-13 years
Location: Blue Lagoon Island
Cost: $150/week or $45/day

Description:

* Weekly Camp:
Animal Interactions
Digital Photo CD
Marine Science Activities
Crafts & Games
Aqua Park & Swimming 
Beach Olympics & Snorkeling
Backpack & Water Bottle
Name Tag & Activity Kit
Water, Snacks & Lunch

* Day Camp:
Marine Science Activities
Crafts & Games
Aqua Park & Swimming 
Water Bottle 
Name Tag & Activity Kit
Water, Snacks & Lunch

Download the Camp Registration form and FAQ’s below;

Seaventure Camp Registration Form 2019Download
Seaventure Summer Camp FAQs 2019Download
Seaventure Summer Camp

3. Hack <IT> Bahamas 2019

Age level: 9th-12th Grade

Location: St. Andrews International School, Yamacraw Hill Road, P.O. Box EE 17340 Nassau, New Providence

Dates: August 13-17th, 2019

Description of program: Held at St. Andrew’s School, Hack<IT> Bahamas is a free, week-long technology camp for Bahamian students in grades 9-12.

Accepted teens, “Hack<IT> Scholars” learn from highly qualified STEM instructors, entrepreneurs and professionals from the United States and the Bahamas. Scholars apply this knowledge to develop technology solutions towards challenges facing their communities and their country.

On the final day of the camp, the scholars present their projects, along with a detailed business plan, to a panel of distinguished judges.

Scholars are placed in mixed groups based on geographical location, gender and skill level based on their applications.

Additionally, scholars have the opportunity to refine their teamwork skills through the following interactions and experiences:
Understand the engineering design process

Learn to use critical thinking skills to understand problem identification 

Learn to collaborate with their peers working in teams 

Use investigative and research skills to obtain potential solutions 

Address relevant local/national issues to which they can possibly be a part of the solution 

Develop and refined communication skills by presenting their work to a large audience 

Learn to defend their ideas by answering questions posed by judges from sponsor companies and fellow peers

Registration link and email: http://bahamascamp.com/  info@stemboard.com

4. Life After High School

Ages: High School Graduates of 2019

Location: Christ the King Anglican Church, Freeport, Grand Bahama

Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2019, 11:00am to 4:00pm

Description: DAPS Corporate Training and Business Services will be hosting a seminar for high school graduates of the class of 2019, on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, 11:00am to 4:00pm at the Foster B. Pestina Hall, Christ The King Anglican Church.

The seminar is geared at further preparing the graduates for “Life after High School”.

Presenters will speak to the participants on topics including: Goal Setting, Financial Planning, Work Ethics, Entrepreneurship and College Life.

There will also be representatives from Civic Organizations present to share information about their organizations and encourage participants to consider joining.

A Fashion Show segment is also planned where models will demonstrate what to wear and what not to wear in the workplace. 

Contact Details:

Deborah Y. Pratt
President, DAPS Corporate Training & Business Services Developing Attitudes for Potential Success

Telephone contact- (242) 533-3330

DAPS Corporate Training & Business Services

Life After High School Seminar

5. Marine Chart Plotting Course

Ages: Secondary Students – adults

Location: Freeport, Grand Bahama

More details

Contact: Patrick Cartwright 808-3722

Marine Chart Plotting Course – Bahamas

6. Boost Bahamas Summer Programs

Ages: 8-13

Location: Nassau, Bahamas

Description: Enough learning to satisfy parents, enough fun to make kids excited to return each day! Ages 8-13. #85 Soldier Road 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Register early to ensure your space (max.15 tudents)

Contact: info@boostbahamas.com

Boost Bahamas Summer Program
Boost Bahamas Summer Program

7. Ardastra Gardens Zoo and Conservation Centre – Summer Programs

Location: Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Centre, New Providence

Ages: 6-12

Dates: 
July 1-5 – How to Train Your Critter
July 15-19 Treasure Planet
July 29 – Aug 2 Survivors in Wonderland
Aug 12-16 Science and the Beasts

Time:
9am – 3pm daily (Extended care from 8am to 5pm available)

Camp fees:
Weekly Camp registration fee – $135
Ardastra, BHS, BNT member price – $110 
Siblings registered in the same session price – $121.50

Camp lunch package: $25 per week (optional)

Extended care from 8am-5pm: $40 per week or $10 per day (optional)

Please note that advanced registration for camp is REQUIRED. 
Camp registration fees must be paid in full at least a week prior to the
start of camp
or there will be a $20 late registration fee.

Lunch packages and weekly rate extended care packages must be purchased on
the first day of camp to receive the package rate.

Registration link: https://forms.gle/6aSWwLAxgwgyzZx3

Ardastra Gardens Summer Camp
Ardastra Gardens Summer Camp
Ardastra Gardens Summer Camp
Ardastra Gardens Summer Camp

8. Horseback Riding Summer Camp

Ages: 5-15

Location: Nassau, Bahamas

Contact details: 324-2065 or email camperdownrc@gmail.com

Horseback Riding Summer Camp – Bahamas

9. Camp Bahamas

Ages: 8-18

Location: Eleuthera

Description: 6 Fantastic weeks to choose from. ​
Christian based Sports Camp.  Dynamic praise and worship, nightly sessions, discipleship.

 Featuring all water sports and land sports.  Only indoor gymnasium on Eleuthera.  

Paintball, Zipline, Ropes Course, wave runners, boat tubing rides, Kayaking, paddle boarding, Sailing, 250′ Water slide, Air conditioned cabins……so much more.

Registration: All the registration and information that you will need. www.campbahamas.com

10. Marine Biology Summer Course​

Ages: 10 and up

Location: Online

Description: Have you always wanted to explore beneath the sea? Ever wondered how those marine plants and animals survive such extreme conditions?

If you have an interest in creatures of the sea, this course is for you.

The Tropical Marine Biology course is an online marine biology summer program for high school students and primary students as well.

Course Start Date: July 1st – 26th, 2019

Register Online Here

Marine Biology Summer Program

This is only a handful of what’s available out there. The important thing is to get involved and try something that you’re interested in.

So what are your plans for this summer? Let me know in the comments below.

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