Department of Parks and Recreation

Summer Camps

 

2012 Summer Camps Registration Dates

  • Fax (703-228-4765), mail, online begins at 7:00am 2/22/12
  • Online Registration
  • Phone begins 2/29/12
  • Carry-in begins 2/29/12
  • Non-resident begins 3/7/12

2011 Summer Camps Registration Form (566 KB PDF)

Visit our Forms page for these:

  • Participant Information / Emergency Record
  • School Entrance Health Form
  • List of Schools / Communicable Disease Reporting

2011 Summer Camps Catalog

The 2011 Arlington County Summer Camp Catalog is here! Printed catalogs will be mailed to households around February 10.

Download the Catalog (3.27 MB PDF)
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View the Catalog Online

2010 Summer Camps Catalog

Check out this summer's camp offerings below!

Have fun, enjoy new challenges and be safe! That’s what’s happening in Arlington this summer. Check out the Summer Camps Catalog (3.49 MB PDF) for camps and programs that keep kids engaged, active and focused on expanding their horizons! Arlington County programs offer lots of choices, safe and inviting environments, and the chance for children to develop strong bonds with their community. Kids get their fill of thrills through sports; showcase their talents through the arts; reap the rewards of volunteerism; invigorate their imaginations through creative play; explore the outdoors through nature programs; and have adventures galore. All while making friends and lifelong memories.

Summer Camps Highlights

Summer was designed to give kids a break from school and help them try new experiences and grow mentally, physically and socially. Whether your child wants to refine a sports skill, go rafting, be in a play, play mind-adventure games, learn magic...or just plain hang, Arlington has something to offer.

  • Classic Camps offer a variety of programming options, both structured and unstructured, that include art, sports, trips and more.
  • Overnight Camps are a combo of a classic camp, nature/adventure camp and sleepover.
  • Nature, Adventure & History Camps are for kids who love the outdoors and want to learn about and enjoy nature and h istory…and maybe stretch their limits with challenges such as canoeing, caving and more.
  • Creative Arts Camps come in every shape and size, for those who want to learn to paint a picture, act in a play, throw a pot, sing a song and more!
  • Sports Camps are available for the sports enthusiast who enjoys every sport in a sport combo camp, or for the camper who wants to learn or refine skills in a specific sport camp such as basketball or tennis.
  • Camps for Individuals with Disabilities are camps specifically designed for individuals with physical, emotional, social or cognitive/mental challenges
  • Imagination Exploration Camps brings kids with special interests in science, magic, history and imagination strategy games together.
  • Neighborhood-Based Outreach Programs are community center-based programs for those who are looking for flexible, mid-day programs that will engage kids.

Arlington County can provide upon request reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Questions on access and inclusion should be directed to the Therapeutic Recreation Office at 703-228-4740 or TTY 703-228-4743. Likewise, Arlington does not want fee or language to be a barrier for residents to participate in classes, camps or programs. Call 703-228-4747 for more information.

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PARENT HANDBOOK

Cover of the Parent Handbook for summer camp programs

You'll find everything you need to know about our Summer Camp Program in the Parent Handbook.

FEDERAL TAX ID

Federal Tax ID Number
546001123

ACCOMMODATIONS

Arlington County can provide upon request reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may include, but are not limited to:

  • Adapted Equipment and Techniques
  • Large Print and Braille Brochures
  • Assistive Listening Devices
  • Sign Language Interpreters
  • Additional Staff Support

To ensure appropriate accommodations are provided, please request 10 working days in advance of the first date of class. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for a class or program, please contact the Therapeutic Recreation/Prevention Intervention Office at:

Likewise, Arlington County does not want fee to be a barrier for those who participate in County classes, camps or programs. Call 703-228-4747 to learn how to financial assistance and our reduced fees policy.


Last Modified: February 08, 2012
2100 Clarendon Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201 Tel: 703-228-3000 TTY: 703-228-4611