Celebrity Cruises Kids Clubs Guide (Camp at Sea + Teen Club) 🛳️👧🧒

Celebrity’s youth program is called Camp at Sea (for ages 3–12) plus a dedicated Teen Club (ages 13–17). It’s designed to be fun + structured, with age-based groups, trained youth staff, and a schedule that changes by sailing. (Celebrity Cruises)

Quick Snapshot: Age Groups & “What It’s Like” 👇

🐠 Shipmates (Ages 3–5)

Best for: little cruisers who love crafts, music, and gentle play with structure
What to expect:

• Kids must be fully potty trained (no diapers/pull-ups) to participate (Celebrity Cruises)

• Supervised group activities, social play, and creative stations like the Creation Station (Celebrity Cruises)
  Common activities:

• Arts & crafts, simple games, sing-alongs, themed activities (Celebrity Cruises)

🧭 Cadets (Ages 6–9)

Best for: curious kids who want hands-on fun and “adventure” style activities
What to expect:

• More active programming and lots of group energy

• Nautical-themed learning (like basics of sailing) and venue-based activities around the ship (Celebrity Cruises)
  Common activities:

• Lawn Club-style games (on ships that have it), campouts, movie nights, group challenges (Celebrity Cruises)

🏁 Captains (Ages 10–12)

Best for: independent kids who want freedom + bigger-kid events
What to expect:

• More independence and “big kid” programming (Celebrity Cruises)

• They can participate in scavenger hunts, STEM, and competitive games/tournaments (Celebrity Cruises)
  Common activities:

• STEM sessions, sports, gaming tournaments, team competitions (Celebrity Cruises)

🎧 Teen Club (Ages 13–17)

Best for: teens who want their own space (and zero “little kid” vibes)
What to expect:

• A dedicated teen hangout where they can come and go (Celebrity Cruises)

• Teen-focused events designed around socializing and friendly competition (Celebrity Cruises)
  Common activities:

• Silent disco, sports competitions, video game tournaments, teen parties (and sometimes culinary-style activities/classes) (Celebrity Cruises)

Activities: What’s On the Schedule? 🎨🔬🏀🍴

Celebrity describes Camp at Sea as highly customizable, with 500+ activities that vary sailing to sailing. (Celebrity Cruises)
You’ll commonly see programming organized into themes like:

• S.T.E.M. (science/tech exploration; topics may include marine wildlife, conservation, nautical exploration) (Celebrity Cruises)

  • Note: Celebrity’s STEM partnership with Frost Science Museum is listed as available on Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Edge. (Celebrity Cruises)

• Art / Creation Station (painting, collaging, creative keepsakes) (Celebrity Cruises)

• Recreation (team games, challenges, active play) (Celebrity Cruises)

• Culinary (kid-friendly foodie activities) (Celebrity Cruises)

Hours: When Are Kids Clubs Open? ⏰

Standard “Open” Hours (Daily)

• Camp at Sea: 9:00am–10:00pm (Celebrity Cruises)

• Night Slumber Party: 10:00pm–1:00am (sign-up required) (Celebrity Cruises)

Complimentary Hours (Port + Sea Days)

Camp at Sea lists complimentary program hours as:

• 9:00am–12:00pm

• 2:00pm–5:00pm

• 7:00pm–10:00pm
  (Excludes embarkation and debarkation day.) (Celebrity Cruises)

Extended Hours (Extra Fee)

Celebrity also lists optional “passes” (each includes a meal at Oceanview Café):

• Breakfast Pass: 7:00am–9:00am

• Lunch Pass: 12:00pm–2:00pm

• Dinner Pass: 5:00pm–7:00pm

• Slumber Party Pass: 10:00pm–1:00am
  (Excludes embarkation and debarkation day.) (Celebrity Cruises)

Tip: Exact programming (what’s offered when) can vary by ship and sailing—check the daily schedule once onboard.

Safety & Sign-In/Out Rules (What Parents Should Know) ✅

Celebrity’s policy for coming/going is:

• Ages 3–9: must be signed in and out by a parent/guardian (Celebrity Cruises)

• Ages 10–12: can come and go, but must sign themselves in/out (Celebrity Cruises)

• Ages 13–17: may come and go as they please (Celebrity Cruises)

Also:

• Kids programming is for ages 3–17, and kids must be fully potty trained to participate. (Celebrity Cruises)

What About Babies & Toddlers Under 3? 👶🍼

• Camp at Sea activities are listed for ages 3–17. (Celebrity Cruises)

• Celebrity notes infants must be at least 6 months old to sail (and on some itineraries, 12 months). (Celebrity Cruises)
  If you’re traveling with a child under 3, plan for more “family together time” (and ask onboard about any limited nursery/toddler options on your ship, since these can vary).

What to Expect Onboard (Real-Life Flow) 🌟

Here’s how it usually feels for families:

• Your first day: you’ll locate Camp at Sea / Teen Club, get oriented, and learn the schedule.

• During the cruise: you’ll see structured sessions, themed days, and different activity “tracks” (art, STEM, games, etc.). (Celebrity Cruises)

• Evenings: prime time for parents—Camp at Sea runs into the evening and offers late-night options like the Slumber Party. (Celebrity Cruises)