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JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II

Balis · $48/week

JaxParks Summer Camp at Balis Community Center offers affordable day camp experiences for children aged 6-12, focusing on recreation, education, and social d...

▌ Editor's read The JaxParks Summer Camp website loads successfully and provides information about their various summer camp locations, including Balis Community Center. The camp is a day camp program for children aged 6-12, operated by the City of Jacksonville's Parks, Recreation and Community Services department, classifying it as a municipal-parks owner type. The cost is notably low at $47.50 per week. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to camper safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the program emphasizes recreation, education, and social development. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'JaxParks' generally show a rating of 4.2 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about the parks and community programs, though specific reviews for the Balis summer camp are not readily available. Social media handles found are @jaxparksrec on Instagram and 'jaxparks' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II 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: 6–12
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: 1513 LaSalle St., 32207, Jacksonville, FL, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. $95 per 2-week session. $20 non-refundable fee included in cost.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II

What ages does JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II accept?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II 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 JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II cost?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II publishes $48/week for the standard session. USD. $95 per 2-week session. $20 non-refundable fee included in cost. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II's hours?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II 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 JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II 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 JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II provide lunch?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II 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 JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II compare to other community/rec center camps in Jacksonville?
JaxParks Summer Camp - Balis - Session II 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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