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Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp

Multiple locations · $17/week

A summer camp offering a variety of activities including sports, arts, and educational enrichment in a safe environment.

▌ Editor's read The Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp website indicates a program for children aged 5-14, running from June 10th to August 2nd, 2024. The camp offers a wide range of activities including sports, arts & crafts, educational activities, and field trips, as stated on the 'Summer Camp' page. The cost is listed as $100 for the entire 8-week program, making it very affordable. While the website mentions the camp is held at the PAL Youth Center, it does not provide specific details about staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for staff. The organization appears to be community-focused, aligning with the Police Athletic League model, but its specific ownership type (e.g., non-profit, municipal) is not explicitly stated on the summer camp page. Social media links for Instagram (@jaxpal) and Facebook (JacksonvillePAL) are present, suggesting an active online presence.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–14

Jacksonville PAL Summer 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 community/rec center 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
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–14
  • Address: 3450 Monument Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225
  • Phone: 904-858-0800
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Based on a reduced fare of $100 for a 6-week camp.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp

What ages does Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp accept?
Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–14. 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 Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp cost?
Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp publishes $17/week for the standard session. Based on a reduced fare of $100 for a 6-week camp. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Does Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp compare to other community/rec center camps in Jacksonville?
Jacksonville PAL Summer Camp is one of 66 community/rec center camps in Jacksonville 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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