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PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week)

Pecos Community Center · $80/week

PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center offers affordable, traditional day camp experiences for children aged 5-12, focusing on recreation, sports, an...

▌ Editor's read The PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center is a day camp program offered by the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department, catering to children aged 5-12. The website clearly states that staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and AED. The program runs from May 28 to August 2, 2024, with a weekly fee of $80. Activities include sports, games, arts and crafts, and field trips. While the camp is not ACA accredited, its municipal ownership suggests adherence to city-level safety and operational standards. Google reviews for 'Phoenix Parks and Recreation' generally show a 4.3-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about program accessibility and staff engagement. The camp's social media presence is through the main Phoenix Parks and Recreation accounts, @phxparks on Instagram and 'PhoenixParksandRecreation' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Address: 17010 S 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85048
  • Phone: (602) 495-5558

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week)

What ages does PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) accept?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) is open to children ages 6–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) cost?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) publishes $80/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week)'s hours?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) runs 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week)?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) provide lunch?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Phoenix?
PHXPlays Summer Camp at Pecos Community Center ($80/week) is one of 46 traditional day camp camps in Phoenix that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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