Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12 · $25/week
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Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1

Robinson Park Recreation Center · $25/week · ★ 4.5 (381 reviews)

Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 is a day camp offered by the City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department, providing recreational...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department's recreation guide, which lists various summer camps, including Robinson Park Summer Camp. This camp is a day camp, with Session 1 running from June 10-21, 2024, for ages 5-12, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The cost is $25 per session, indicating a highly subsidized program. The camp is operated by a municipal parks department, suggesting a focus on community service and accessibility. While the website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background checks, the nature of a municipal program implies adherence to city employment standards. Google reviews for 'Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services' show a 4.1-star rating from 100 reviews, with some positive comments about program variety and staff engagement. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. Social media handles for the department are @pasadenaparksandrec on Instagram and PasadenaParksandRec on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: 1081 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103
  • Cost notes: USD. Resident fee is $75 for the 3-week session.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1

What ages does Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 accept?
Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 cost?
Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 publishes $25/week for the standard session. USD. Resident fee is $75 for the 3-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1's hours?
Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 runs 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1?
Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 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 Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 provide lunch?
Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 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 Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 compare to other community/rec center camps in Pasadena?
Robinson Park Summer Camp Session 1 is one of 10 community/rec center camps in Pasadena 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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