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Local Motion Books in Motion Camp

Alexandria · $255/week

Local Motion Books in Motion Camp is a day camp offered by Alexandria Parks and Recreation, focusing on literacy and physical activity for children.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, https://www.alexandriava.gov/recreation-programs/camps, loads successfully and is the official website for Alexandria Parks and Recreation summer camps. This indicates the 'Local Motion Books in Motion Camp' is a program offered by the City of Alexandria's municipal parks department. The website states that 'All staff are background checked and fingerprinted prior to working with children,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. The camp is a day camp, as all listed programs on the page are daily offerings without overnight options. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, and a search of the ACA directory did not yield results for this specific camp or the Alexandria Parks and Recreation department. Google reviews for 'Alexandria Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 127 reviews, with many positive comments about various programs and facilities. Social media handles found are @alexandriaparksrec for Instagram and AlexandriaParksandRec for Facebook, both linked from the main Alexandria Parks and Recreation website.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–8

Local Motion Books in Motion Camp is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. specialty content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

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: Specialty
  • Ages: 5–8
  • Hours: 8:30-11:30am 6/22-26
  • Address: 1108 Jefferson St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
  • Phone: (703) 746-5414

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Local Motion Books in Motion Camp

What ages does Local Motion Books in Motion Camp accept?
Local Motion Books in Motion Camp is open to children ages 5–8. 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 Local Motion Books in Motion Camp cost?
Local Motion Books in Motion Camp publishes $255/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $275 median for specialty camps in Alexandria. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Local Motion Books in Motion Camp's hours?
Local Motion Books in Motion Camp runs 8:30-11:30am 6/22-26. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Local Motion Books in Motion Camp?
Local Motion Books in Motion Camp 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 Local Motion Books in Motion Camp provide lunch?
Local Motion Books in Motion Camp 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 Local Motion Books in Motion Camp compare to other specialty camps in Alexandria?
Local Motion Books in Motion Camp is one of 61 specialty camps in Alexandria 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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