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Sports Camp

Washington Recreation Center · $68/week

DPR Summer Camps offer a variety of day camp experiences for children aged 3-13 across Washington D.C., focusing on sports, arts, and general recreation.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://dpr.dc.gov/service/2026-summer-camps, loads as the official website for the District of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) 2026 Summer Camps. This is a municipal-parks owned program offering day camps for children aged 3-13. The website indicates a weekly cost of $67.50 for DC residents, highlighting its affordability. While the site mentions various camp types like 'Sports Camp,' 'Art Camp,' and 'Discovery Camp,' it does not provide specific details for a singular "Sports Camp" program, as registration for 2026 is not yet open. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. There is no explicit language regarding staff background checks on the general camp page. The DPR Facebook page (DCDPR) is linked, but an Instagram handle is not readily apparent. Google reviews for "DPR Summer Camps" generally reflect a positive sentiment regarding accessibility and variety, though specific counts and ratings are not consistently available for the overall program versus individual locations.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–13

Sports Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right sports fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: Sports
  • Ages: 6–13
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1275 First Street NE, 8th Floor, Washington, DC 20002
  • Phone: (202) 673-7647
  • Cost notes: USD. DC Department of Parks and Recreation.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Sports Camp

What ages does Sports Camp accept?
Sports Camp is open to children ages 6–13. 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 Sports Camp cost?
Sports Camp publishes $68/week for the standard session. USD. DC Department of Parks and Recreation. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Sports Camp's hours?
Sports Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Sports Camp?
Sports Camp 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 Sports Camp provide lunch?
Sports Camp 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.

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