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Smash into summer with these local camps
Presented by LTP Tennis
From first swings to elite-level preparation, LTP Summer Camps offer young athletes the opportunity to grow confidence, coordination and competitive mindset. | Photos provided by LTP
Parents, consider this your sign: don’t wait until the last day of school to figure out your child’s summer plans.
LTP summer camps are back, offering kids a high-energy, healthy way to spend their break — no screens required.
With expert coaching and dynamic programming, each camp focuses on building confidence, sharpening skills, and developing a strong competitive mindset.
Here’s what to know before spots fill up.
Youth tennis camps
Young athletes ages 5-14 can join weekly, skill-based sessions grouped by age and ability. Through a blend of foundational instruction, fun rally games, and supportive match play, players build coordination, focus, and confidence in an encouraging, team-oriented environment.
Camps run June 1 through August 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. at LTP Daniel Island.
Junior pickleball camps
It’s no secret that pickleball continues to gain momentum locally, and LTP’s youth program is growingright along with it.
These camps introduce fundamentals while keeping gameplay fun, social, and approachable for all levels.
Heads up: Space is limited for camps held the weeks of June 9, July 14, and August 4 at LTP Daniel Island.
Academy high performance summer camp
The Academy & High Performance Camp at LTP Mount Pleasant offers a more intensive summer track for advanced juniors preparing for tournament play and seeking the next level of development.
Players receive:
Elite on-court instruction
Strength and agility training
Mental performance coaching
Detailed match analysis
The program runs June 1 through August 7, with weekly, four-week, and full-summer options available.
Whether your child is picking up a racquet for the first time or training to compete at the highest level, LTP has a program designed to meet your child where they are.
A. Build confidence and coordination
B. Make new friends and have fun
C. Improve skills and competitive edge
D. Stay active and engaged all summer
E. Other
Allow me to reintroduce myself. The former Park Circle spot known as The Bearded Ax, the longtime Park Circle hangout, has officially reopened as Bearded, A Social Tavern. The Ease Montague Avenue spot has grown from an ax-throwing venue into a full barcade. (Holy City Sinner)
Coming Soon
King Street is about to shine a little brighter. Swarovski is opening its first stand-alone store here in the Palmetto State. It will stand at 331 King St. in the former King Street Vision space. Stay tuned for an official opening date. (The Post and Courier)
Number
$111 million. That was the number on the check MUSC Health wrote to purchase Palmetto Primary Care Physicians. Officials say the move will expand MUSC’s primary care capacity with a rising patient demand. The PPCP will operate as a not-for-profit under MUSC Health. (South Carolina Regional Business Journal)
Try This
Last year, Gritbox Fitness closed its doors, but its leaders are keeping its community together and fit with its new pop-up, Duo Fitness. It’s a 45-minute HIIT class held twice a week at Share House.
Cause
Here’s your sign to get training — on Saturday, April 18, Daniel Island will host the 22nd Annual Pat Tillman Honor Run. Proceeds from the event support the Tillman Scholars Program, which provides academic scholarships and leadership development opportunities to military veterans and spouses nationwide.
Community
The North Charleston Fire Department recently celebrated the groundbreaking of its new marine burn building. The $3 million facility will be the only training spot of its kind in the region, serving the North Charleston Fire Department, the US Coast Guard, Joint Base Charleston, and other local fire agencies. (WCBD)
Health
ReadyRx pairs GLP-1 treatment with structure: physician oversight, lifestyle guidance, and support designed for follow-through. If your BMI is 27+, you may qualify for 24/7 medical access and program support. Check your eligibility and save $100 as a new patient with code HEALTH100.*
Event Spotlight
Warmer weather is here — make the most of it with a hands-on event at Middleton Place.
Photo provide by Middleton Place
Mark your calendar, because this sounds like a shear-iously good time. On Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Riversong Shearing will return to Middleton Place for the fourth year in a row to shear the flock of 30 Gulf Coast Sheep that live on the property.
This family-friendly event will showcase live shearing, where you can learn the importance of this practice and how the wool is processed and used. Don’t miss the spinning and dyeing demonstrations with wool in the stableyards.
Pro tip: General admission for children aged 14 and under is free.
The Buy
Five viral products that are actually worth paying attention to:
🛍️ A popular swap for claw clips: these flat hair clips for better comfortability and all-day wear.
🛍️ Owala’s best-selling water bottles, now available in exclusive prints + patterns from Urban Outfitters. Or, you can never go wrong with one of the classic color combos.
🛍️ This practical long-handle wall cleaner easily goes from cleaning baseboards to high areas — no step ladder required.
🛍️ A pair of cloud slides with an ultra-cushioned sole and sleek, durable design.
🛍️ Kasa’s smart lightbulbs that have 16+ million color options + can be controlled from anywhere using a free app.
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