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Switch & Signal Skateboarding

Squirrel Hill · $510/week

Switch & Signal Skateboarding offers day camp experiences for ages 6-14, focusing on skateboarding skills, safety, and park etiquette at the JCC of Greater P...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill Specialty Camps page, which lists 'Switch & Signal Skateboarding' as one of their offerings. The camp is for ages 6-14 and runs from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, indicating a day camp program. The JCC of Greater Pittsburgh has a Google rating of 4.6 stars based on 329 reviews, with many reviewers praising the facility and programs. The website mentions that all JCC staff undergo background checks and receive training in CPR, First Aid, and emergency procedures. The JCC is a non-profit organization, and this camp is part of their summer programming. Social media handles for the JCC are @jccpgh on Instagram and JCCPgh on Facebook. The camp focuses on teaching skateboarding skills, safety, and park etiquette, utilizing the Switch & Signal Skatepark.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Switch & Signal Skateboarding 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 sports 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
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Sports
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 5738 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, USA

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Switch & Signal Skateboarding

What ages does Switch & Signal Skateboarding accept?
Switch & Signal Skateboarding is open to children ages 8–12. 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 Switch & Signal Skateboarding cost?
Switch & Signal Skateboarding publishes $510/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Switch & Signal Skateboarding's hours?
Switch & Signal Skateboarding runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Switch & Signal Skateboarding?
Switch & Signal Skateboarding is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Switch & Signal Skateboarding provide lunch?
Switch & Signal Skateboarding 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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