What ages does Summer Youth Recreation Program accept?

Summer Youth Recreation Program 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 Summer Youth Recreation Program cost?

Summer Youth Recreation Program publishes $125/week for the standard session. USD. Based on 2025 price for a similar program. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Summer Youth Recreation Program's hours?

Summer Youth Recreation Program runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Summer Youth Recreation Program?

Summer Youth Recreation Program 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 Summer Youth Recreation Program provide lunch?

Summer Youth Recreation Program 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.

▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–12

Summer Youth Recreation Program

Multiple Elementary Schools · $125/week

The Santa Fe Summer Youth Recreation Program offers a day camp experience for children aged 5-12, focusing on recreation, arts and crafts, and field trips.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a PDF flyer for the 'Summer Youth Recreation Program 2026' by the City of Santa Fe (santafenm.gov/Youth_Summer_Camp_Flyer_2026.pdf). This indicates the program is operated by a municipal entity, specifically the City of Santa Fe Parks and Recreation Department. The flyer details a day camp program for children aged 5-12, running from June 1st to August 7th, 2026, with weekly sessions. Activities listed include swimming, arts and crafts, games, and field trips. The cost is stated as $125 per week. While the flyer outlines program activities and costs, it does not provide information regarding staff-to-camper ratios, staff qualifications, or explicit mention of background checks for staff. As a municipal program, it is likely subject to city regulations, but specific licensing or ACA accreditation information is not present in the document or readily available through a quick search for this specific program. The flyer is for a future year, meaning current operational details for the upcoming summer are not available through this specific document.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Summer Youth Recreation Program 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: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Address: 6600 Valentine Way, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Phone: (505) 424-8510
Cost notes: USD. Based on 2025 price for a similar program.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Youth Recreation Program

What ages does Summer Youth Recreation Program accept?: Summer Youth Recreation Program 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 Summer Youth Recreation Program cost?: Summer Youth Recreation Program publishes $125/week for the standard session. USD. Based on 2025 price for a similar program. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Youth Recreation Program's hours?: Summer Youth Recreation Program runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Youth Recreation Program?: Summer Youth Recreation Program 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 Summer Youth Recreation Program provide lunch?: Summer Youth Recreation Program 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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