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Grand Rapids offers an incredibly diverse summer camp scene that perfectly matches the city's blend of urban energy and natural beauty. With over 120 camp providers spread across the area, parents can find everything from cutting-edge STEM programs at the Grand Rapids Public Museum to creative arts workshops at Lionardo Art Studio. What really sets Grand Rapids camps apart is their unique mix of traditional and innovative experiences - kids can explore space and robotics one week, then dive into nature programs along the city's abundant waterways the next.
The average camp costs around $185-$295 per week, making quality programs accessible to many families. Local favorites include Camp Newaygo's 104-acre lakefront campus where kids can try everything from Spanish immersion to outdoor adventures, and IKUS Life's specialized camps that make summer fun accessible to children of all abilities.
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The average summer camp costs $185. We found that 170 camps cost under $200, 70 camps are between $201-$400, and 17 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, Academic. Variety camps make up 34% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 12 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 31 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 89 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 97 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 26 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 564 sessions, Full-Day camps have 24 sessions, Half-Day camps have 12 sessions.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, August. The average camp session runs for 12 days.