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Camp Ignite

Heymann Recreation Center & Girard Recreation Center · $125/week

Camp Ignite is a summer day camp offered by Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Culture (PARC) Department, providing activities for children aged 5-12 at ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL is a press release from the Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Culture (PARC) Department, announcing summer camp opportunities for 2026, including 'Camp Ignite.' This indicates that Camp Ignite is a municipal day camp program. The press release states the camp is for children aged 5-12 and will be held at four recreation centers: Brown Park, Comeaux Recreation Center, Robicheaux Recreation Center, and Thomas Park. The cost is listed as $125 per week. No specific information regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies is available on this press release. There is no dedicated website for Camp Ignite, and a general search for 'Camp Ignite Lafayette LA reviews' did not yield specific reviews for this municipal program, nor were social media handles readily apparent. The program is clearly a day camp, run by a municipal parks department.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Camp Ignite 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Address: 1212 E Pont Des Mouton Rd, Lafayette, LA 70507
  • Phone: (337) 291-8360
  • Cost notes: $125 per camper registration

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ignite

What ages does Camp Ignite accept?
Camp Ignite 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 Camp Ignite cost?
Camp Ignite publishes $125/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Ignite's hours?
Camp Ignite runs 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Ignite?
Camp Ignite 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 Camp Ignite provide lunch?
Camp Ignite 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 Camp Ignite compare to other traditional day camp camps in Lafayette?
Camp Ignite is one of 6 traditional day camp camps in Lafayette 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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