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Arlington's summer camp scene perfectly reflects its status as a dynamic DC suburb, offering an impressive mix of educational and recreational programs that draw from the region's rich cultural and environmental resources. Parents can choose from over 550 different sessions across 94 providers, with particularly strong offerings in performing arts and STEM programs. Standout options include Encore Stage & Studio's theater camps that give kids aged 3-15 hands-on experience in musical theater productions, and the innovative programs at Art House 7, where young artists explore everything from painting to ceramics in a cozy two-story studio.
For families seeking outdoor adventures, organizations like McLean Youth Soccer combine athletic training with additional enrichment - their unique "Kick 'N Code" camp blends soccer skills with computer programming basics. Most camps run between $200-600 per week, with the majority offering full-day options perfect for working parents.
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The average summer camp costs $375. We found that 90 camps cost under $200, 133 camps are between $201-$400, and 133 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Sports, Variety, Performing Arts. Sports camps make up 28% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 12 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 61 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 84 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 99 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 23 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 551 sessions, Full-Day camps have 351 sessions, Half-Day camps have 126 sessions.
Yes! 55 camps (10% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, August. The average camp session runs for 16 days.