What ages does Summer Blast accept?

Summer Blast 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 Blast cost?

Summer Blast publishes $97/week for the standard session. USD. Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Summer Blast's hours?

Summer Blast 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 Blast?

Summer Blast 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 Blast provide lunch?

Summer Blast 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 6–12

Summer Blast

TB Smith Community Center, 1300 Jahnke Road, Richmond, VA · $97/week

Summer Blast is a day camp offered by Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, providing a variety of activities for children at multiple communi...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities registration portal, which lists 'Summer Blast' as a day camp program. The camp is offered at various community centers, including the TB Smith Community Center. The program is described as providing a variety of activities for children. As a municipal program, it is operated by the City of Richmond's Parks and Recreation department. Google reviews for 'Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities' show a 3.9-star rating based on 131 reviews, with general comments about park facilities and programs. The camp itself is not individually accredited by the ACA, nor is specific licensing information readily available on the registration portal. Social media handles for Richmond Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities are @rvaparksrec on Instagram and RVAParksandRec on Facebook.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Summer Blast 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
Ages: 6–12
Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Address: 400 E Grace St, Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: (804) 646-5733
Cost notes: USD. Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Blast

What ages does Summer Blast accept?: Summer Blast 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 Blast cost?: Summer Blast publishes $97/week for the standard session. USD. Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Blast's hours?: Summer Blast 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 Blast?: Summer Blast 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 Blast provide lunch?: Summer Blast 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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