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City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics)

Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics)

The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp at Kathryn Malone offers a therapeutic summer day camp experience for children with special needs.

▌ Editor's read The City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp at Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) is a day camp program offered by the City of Tampa. The website states that all staff undergo background checks. The camp is designed for children with special needs, providing a therapeutic environment. While specific Google reviews for the Kathryn Malone therapeutic camp were not readily available, the broader City of Tampa Parks and Recreation department generally receives positive feedback for its programs. The website lists various summer camp options, including the therapeutic camp, and provides registration details. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. Social media handles for the City of Tampa are @cityoftampa on Instagram and 'cityoftampa' on Facebook, which likely cover the Parks & Recreation department's activities.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) 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: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Address: 5202 N 12th St, Tampa, FL 33603
  • Phone: (813) 274-8615
  • Cost notes: $80 for the summer (10 weeks) for residents. Financial assistance available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics)

What ages does City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) accept?
City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) 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 City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) cost?
City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. $80 for the summer (10 weeks) for residents. Financial assistance available. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics)'s hours?
City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) runs 7:30 am - 6:00 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics)?
City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) 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 City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) provide lunch?
City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) 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 City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) compare to other community/rec center camps in Tampa?
City of Tampa Parks & Recreation R.E.C. Camp - Kathryn Malone (Therapeutics) is one of 69 community/rec center camps in Tampa 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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