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South Bend's summer camp scene brilliantly combines academic excellence with outdoor adventure, largely thanks to the influence of Notre Dame and other prestigious local institutions. Kids can dive into cutting-edge science at Notre Dame's DNA Learning Center, where middle and high schoolers conduct real genetic experiments, or unleash their creativity at the South Bend Civic Theatre's popular performing arts camps.
What really sets South Bend apart is its mix of traditional and innovative programs - you'll find everything from classic YMCA day camps to specialized programs like La Casa de Amistad's bilingual summer experiences. With most camps priced under $400 per week and nearly 300 different sessions to choose from, parents can find options that fit both their schedule and budget.
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The average summer camp costs $220. We found that 47 camps cost under $200, 27 camps are between $201-$400, and 3 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Sports, Variety, Academic. Sports camps make up 34% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 13 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 8 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 15 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 32 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 5 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 272 sessions, Full-Day camps have 133 sessions, Half-Day camps have 46 sessions.
Yes! 17 camps (6% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, August. The average camp session runs for 14 days.