Wimbish Boys & Girls Club
After school programming for Pre-K through 5th Grade students, only available for those enrolled in the schools...
▌ Editor's read The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County (BGC GTC) website loads successfully. The organization states it has been serving youth since 1936, indicating 87 years of operation. They explicitly mention that 'All staff and volunteers are background checked,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. BGC GTC operates as a nonprofit organization, as evidenced by its mission and structure. The programs offered are primarily day-based, focusing on after-school and summer activities. Social media handles for Instagram (@bgcgtc) and Facebook (BGCofGTC) are readily available on their website. The organization's mission centers on enabling all young people to reach their full potential, with programs designed around academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles.
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Since 193987+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–18
Wimbish Boys & Girls Club is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. community/rec center programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1939 (87 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Community/Rec Center
- Ages: 5–18
- Address: 1601 Wright St, Arlington, TX 76010, USA
- Phone: (817) 275-7331
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Annual Membership: Ages 6-12 Price: $100, Ages: 13-18 Price: free. Summer camp is likely included in the annual membership.
↗ What parents like
- Free for teens
- Focus on language
↘ Watch for
- Only for enrolled students
- Annual membership fee for younger kids
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Wimbish Boys & Girls Club
- What ages does Wimbish Boys & Girls Club accept?
- Wimbish Boys & Girls Club is open to children ages 5–18. 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 Wimbish Boys & Girls Club cost?
- Wimbish Boys & Girls Club publishes $25/week for the standard session. Annual Membership: Ages 6-12 Price: $100, Ages: 13-18 Price: free. Summer camp is likely included in the annual membership. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs Wimbish Boys & Girls Club?
- Wimbish Boys & Girls Club is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 87 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Wimbish Boys & Girls Club provide lunch?
- Yes — Wimbish Boys & Girls Club includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- Does Wimbish Boys & Girls Club offer extended care?
- Yes — Wimbish Boys & Girls Club offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- How does Wimbish Boys & Girls Club compare to other community/rec center camps in Arlington?
- Wimbish Boys & Girls Club is one of 13 community/rec center camps in Arlington 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.
Planning guides
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Wimbish Boys & Girls Club.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County - Main Branch · 608 N Elm St, Arlington · Ages 5–18 · $25/week
- Arlington ISD - Berry Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark · Arlington ISD - Berry Elementary School · Ages 5–12
- Arlington Parks & Recreation Summer Camps · Multiple Locations · Ages 5–12
- Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) · Beacon Recreation Center, Dottie Lynn Recreation Center, Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, East Library and Recreation Center, Elzie Odom Athletic Center · Ages 5–12 · $150/week
- Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) · Beacon Recreation Center, Dottie Lynn Recreation Center, Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, East Library and Recreation Center, Elzie Odom Athletic Center · Ages 5–12 · $160/week
- Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture Summer Camp - Beacon Recreation Center · Beacon Recreation Center · Ages 5–12 · $160/week
- Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture Summer Camp - Cliff Nelson Recreation Center · Cliff Nelson Recreation Center · Ages 5–12 · $160/week
- Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture Summer Camp - Dottie Lynn Recreation Center · Dottie Lynn Recreation Center · Ages 5–12 · $160/week