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Springfield's summer camp scene perfectly balances urban convenience with access to nature, offering an impressive variety of programs that reflect the city's rich educational and athletic heritage. With Springfield College's renowned Camp Massasoit leading the way, kids can experience everything from traditional outdoor adventures to specialized sports training. The city particularly shines in athletics, with over 88 sports-focused programs ranging from soccer at Soccer City Sports Center to comprehensive multi-sport programs at Academy Camps.
What's especially noteworthy is the strong emphasis on accessibility - while some specialty programs command premium prices, nearly half of the camps fall under $400 per session, making summer enrichment available to families across different budget levels. Whether your child is interested in exploring the wilderness with Vermont Wilderness School's nature programs or diving into STEM at Holyoke Community College's innovative tech camps, Springfield's summer offerings create a vibrant tapestry of opportunities for young minds to grow.
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The average summer camp costs $550. We found that 49 camps cost under $200, 51 camps are between $201-$400, and 23 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, Academic. Variety camps make up 40% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 8 and 13 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 10 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 46 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 66 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 34 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 327 sessions, Full-Day camps have 136 sessions, Half-Day camps have 64 sessions.
Yes! 16 camps (5% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.
The most popular months for camps are July, June, August. The average camp session runs for 17 days.