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2023 Summer Camps
RPCA will offer full day and half day summer programs at several locations throughout Alexandria for children ages 3-18. The programs will run for eleven weeks beginning on June 5 and ending on August 18 and will take place Monday through Friday, times vary depending on the program. It is the goal of the City of Alexandria to offer affordable camp programs for all families. The programs will work with the City of Alexandria Health Department to determine best practices for keeping all campers and staff safe and healthy.
Registration for the 2023 Summer Camp season is open now. Visit alexandriava.gov/Recreation for updates about additional summer program options.
Learn What Parents Say About Alexandria Camps
"I wanted to write a quick note to acknowledge the absolutely amazing summer camp offerings that were provided to City residents this summer. My wife and I have lived in the City for 11 years and have three young children. This summer our children participated in about 6 camps offered through the Recreation Department and we could not have been more impressed. We truly could not have been more happy, and our children absolutely loved their camps."
"We are so thankful for the efforts of your swim camp staff in providing just the right balance of challenge and encouragement for our granddaughter. Her improvement in both skills and attitude by the end of camp were both easily discernible and very gratifying. It was clear that your staff went the extra mile to make sure each day was both fun and filled with opportunities for learning for the kids."
"Our daughter absolutely LOVED the Tadpole camp at the Buddie Ford Nature Center. She especially loved the nature walks to the water. Keep up the great work over there!”
"I’m so thankful for this phenomenal program, this group of employees truly believes in “No One Left Behind” and they are committed, dedicated, energetic, enthusiastic, motivated, as well as passionate about what they deliver. The individual impact they have on lives is just priceless. They have made modifications after modifications to programs to ensure that my child and individuals of all abilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities."
"The staff are dedicated to no return in providing the highest quality of programs that are inclusive and accessible that meet social, intellectual and recreational needs of my daughter. They have taken the steps to remove barriers to participation in program and services. They go above and beyond to improve the overall quality of life and safeguard of my child every day. "
"I saw my daughter swimming today on the last day of Making Waves Swim Camp. WOW!!! So much improvement over such a short time!! She had a wonderful time this week. Many thanks to your team for providing such a wonderful camp that is not only fun, but is also teaching a valuable life skill. She came home happy, hungry, and tired every day!!!"
Spring Break Camps
Our Spring Break Camps offer a variety of activities for school aged children to participate in during their week off from school.
Spring Break Camp Offerings
Sports Camps
Little Athletes Camps (Activity #374210)
Ages 3-7. Campers will participate in various sports fundamentals, games, skills and drills while experiencing sportsmanship. Children will explore soccer, t-ball, lacrosse, flag football, hockey, basketball, and sport-related art activities while gaining confidence and independent skills in a fun environment.
M-F, 9am-12pm, $205/person, Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility
Tennis 4 Kids (Activity #374206)
Ages 4-6. Learn to play like the pros in this exciting and interactive tennis class that consists of not only singles and doubles games and round-robin play, but also of a variety of drills and cardio exercises that will keep kids agile and on their feet during game play. Kids learn the fundamental rules of the game and techniques that will make them feel like experts in the sport.*Students need a racket for the class
M-F, 9am-12pm, $235/person, Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility
Excite Soccer Spring Break Camp (Activity #372633)
Ages 4-8. Children will be encouraged to develop their mental, physical, and social abilities through creative soccer games and other activities taught by highly experienced staff; all trained working with young children. Participants will learn individual skills, teamwork, and most importantly, have fun! Our emphasis is on mastering basic coordination and agility with and without a soccer ball, as well as focus on providing a high energy, confidence building, environment where each player is empowered to play the beautiful game.
M-F, 9am-12pm, $185/person, Jefferson Houston School
Hoop Life Camps (Activity #372601)
Ages 4-14. The Hoop Life Basketball Camps are some of the most well-structured, basketball fundamental centered, and exciting camps in the area. If your child has a love for the game of basketball they don't want to miss this camp. All of The Hoop Life coaches have playing and/or coaching experience on higher levels of basketball ranging from high school to the NBA. Your child will walk away from this camp with improved skills, greater knowledge, and a heightened passion for the game of basketball.
M-F, 9am-4pm, $295/person, Jefferson Houston School
Intro to Skateboarding Spring Break Camp (Activity #372603)
Ages 7-14. This skateboard camp is packed with fun, excitement and safety. Campers will receive instruction on how to safely ride, tack turn, kick turn, approach ramps, rock n' roll, rock to fakie, olly, grind, drop in and get air. Instructional moves and skating games wil be incorporated into each camp day. Participants must bring their own skateboards, helmets, and pads.
M-F, 9am-12pm, $295/person, Schuyler Hamilton Jones Skateboard Park
PK Move Parkour Spring Break Camp (Activity #372673)
Ages 8-12. Week of games and skills that will teach your child to jump, roll, crawl, evade, and pursue! Taught by PK Move, if your child came to our summer camps, they will lhave a blast this spring break! Newcomers are welcome too! Please make sure your child wears athletic clothing and shoes. Camp is taught by experienced coaches and practitioners of parkour. www.pkmove.org
M-F, 9am-1pm, $225/person, Old Town Pool
Academic and Technology Camps
Kidovation Camp (Activity #372690)
Ages 4-8. KidOvation Stage Spring Break camp offers STEAM-infused programming all presented through the magic of storytelling and adventure. Throughout the week, learners will engage in sensory play, movement-based games, and a daily central discovery lesson in the areas of science, engineering, theater, visual arts, and culinary arts/nutrition. Campers will morph into majestic wizards on a wintery journey to discover and innovate while making scientific concoctions in our science lab and conjuring up enchanting creations in our imagination studio! Each day, they'll encounter puzzles and riddles that will send them on exciting quests where they'll need to activate their knowledge and imagination to complete various tasks.
M-F, 9:30am-2pm, $259/person, Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility
My First Lemonade Stand (Activity #374208)
Ages 5-8. Let's sell lemonade! Young students become "lemonade entrepreneurs" and learn how to make yummy lemonade and earn money selling it! From designing marketing flyers to estimating profits to experimenting with recipes, students have fun while developing business savvy.
M-F, 9am-4pm, $295/person, Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility
Magnus Chess Spring Break Camp (Activity #372675)
Ages 5-12. Play and learn chess with Magnus Academy (formerly Silver Knights)! We've taught 100,000+ children of all levels from absolute beginners to national champions! Campers enjoy chess lessons and practice games daily, along with fresh air breaks (bring snack, drink, and lunch).
M-F, 9am-4pm, $419/person, Oswald Durant Center
Creative and Arts Camps
Spring Break Dance Camps (Activity #372610)
Ages 5-8. At Spring Break Dance Camp, campers will enjoy 5 action packed days of dance education, arts/crafts, games, and fun activities. Your camper will learn and explore ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, yoga, and much more. This camp is designed for children ages 5 - 8. Each day campers will work on technique and learn choreography in each style of dance. We provide a fun, active, safe, and educational environment for your child while they are on Spring Break!
M-F, 9am-1pm, $225/person, Charles Houston Recreation Center
ART BOX MUSICAL THEATRE SPRING BREAK CAMP (ACTIVITY #372686)
Ages 5-10. Campers explore acting, dance, scene delivery and singing to learn the beautiful process of performing on stage. Young stars showcase their talent at the end of camp week. Arts and crafts and group games are included in the daily schedule.
M-F, 9am-4pm, $325/person, Lee Center
Pin it 4 Fun Spring Break Camp (Activity #374209)
Ages 6-11. This camp is fun, fun, fun! Students will create arts and crafts projects inspired by Pinterest. Students will gain exposure to many mediums. Students will experience learning hobbies such as marble painting, sensory jars, making wreaths and designing t-shirts.
M-F, 9am-4pm, $285/person, Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility
Abrakadoodle Camps (Activity #372600)
Ages 6-12. This popular art program helps kids stretch their creative muscles and exercise their right brains in action-oriented camps filled with color, texture, shape and fun! The art lessons are carefully crafted to promote uniqueness and imaginative thinking as kids create their own unique masterpieces through painting, drawing, cutting, molding and exploring creative materials.
M-F, 9am-3pm, $309/person, Oswald Durant Center
Cooking Camps
Tiny Chefs Camp (Activity #372677)
Ages 5-10. It is said to learn about a country you should start with the food. Our Chefs will learn how to create cuisines of multiple countries. We will be cooking up some fabulous flavors of Italian, Vietnamese & French foods and learn about some of the cooking techniques & ingredients that make them unique.
M-F, 9am-4pm, $425/person, Oswald Durant Center