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Local Motion Dance Sampler Camp

Alexandria · $255/week

Local Motion Dance Sampler Camp, offered by Alexandria Parks and Recreation, provides a diverse introduction to various dance styles for children in Alexandr...

▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.alexandriava.gov/recreation-programs/camps, is the official site for the City of Alexandria's Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities, which offers the Local Motion Dance Sampler Camp. This indicates the camp is run by a municipal parks department. The site details various summer camps, including the dance sampler, which is a day camp. No specific ACA accreditation was found for this particular camp, nor is there a state license number listed on the municipal website, as city-run programs often operate under different regulatory frameworks. The website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for camp staff. The City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities has a Facebook page (AlexandriaRec), but no specific Instagram handle for the camp was found. Google reviews for 'Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 100+ reviews, generally praising the variety of programs and facilities.
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Who thrives here Ages 9–12

Local Motion Dance Sampler Camp 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 specialty 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
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 9–12
  • Hours: 12:30-4:30pm 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 Dance Sampler Camp

What ages does Local Motion Dance Sampler Camp accept?
Local Motion Dance Sampler Camp is open to children ages 9–12. 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 Local Motion Dance Sampler Camp cost?
Local Motion Dance Sampler 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 Dance Sampler Camp's hours?
Local Motion Dance Sampler Camp runs 12:30-4:30pm 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 Dance Sampler Camp?
Local Motion Dance Sampler 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 Dance Sampler Camp provide lunch?
Local Motion Dance Sampler 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 Dance Sampler Camp compare to other specialty camps in Alexandria?
Local Motion Dance Sampler 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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