Last year we found the program to be wonderful for our 5 year old granddaughter. The "sporting" events did a good job of blending in the younger and older (usually under 11yrs) kids and were conducted by an excellent and watchful staff. We thought the staff did an especially watchful job in the water sports. While there were teams, none really seemed to care who won or lost. The arts and crafts can get expensive but seemed to be worth it. Line dancing lessons and a couple of specialized activities are sponsored by local clubs and are very well run with specialized equipment available free. The younger kids will especially like the "shows", such as the magic show.
The only thing to watch for is to match some of the activities to the age of your child. Forget elementary crafts or youngsters swim and field relays for the older kids. Also, I suggest only one event each in the AM and PM. Don't over schedule the day because the day will really go by fast, especially with all the other free time stuff to do; shuffle board, tennis the pools, etc. etc.
In short, the summer program is great. Our now 6 yr old can't wait to get back and her 3year old sister can't wait for her 5th year so she can participate. Probably 1/3 of the activities involves active grandparent's participation. Almost all of them will have you watching the fun.
One word of caution; sign up early because many events sell out.
A few days of summer camp, a couple at a gulf beach and something in Orlando or Tampa - life doesen't get better for the grandkids or the grandparents!
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