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program_name: SOCCER

Providence Recreation Center · $5/week

The Providence Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of affordable summer day camps, including a soccer program, for children in Providence, RI.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Providence Parks and Recreation Department's summer camp page, which lists various day camps, including a soccer program. The owner type is municipal-parks. The weekly cost for the soccer camp is stated as $5. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing numbers. There is no specific information about staff-to-camper ratios or explicit language regarding background checks for staff. The program type is day camp. The Facebook handle for the department is ProvidenceParksandRec. Google reviews for 'Providence Parks and Recreation Department' show a 4.2-star rating from 100 reviews, with comments generally praising the facilities and community programs. However, specific reviews for the summer camps or the soccer program are not readily available. The site provides a general overview of camp offerings but lacks detailed information on the soccer program's curriculum, coaching staff, or daily schedule.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

program_name: SOCCER fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given sports program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Sports
  • Ages: 5–13
  • Hours: 8:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Address: 11 West Dr, Providence, RI 02904
  • Phone: (401) 680-7300
  • Cost notes: USD. Providence Recreation Department.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about program_name: SOCCER

What ages does program_name: SOCCER accept?
program_name: SOCCER is open to children ages 5–13. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does program_name: SOCCER cost?
program_name: SOCCER publishes $5/week for the standard session. USD. Providence Recreation Department. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are program_name: SOCCER's hours?
program_name: SOCCER runs 8:00AM - 4:00PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs program_name: SOCCER?
program_name: SOCCER is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does program_name: SOCCER provide lunch?
program_name: SOCCER does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does program_name: SOCCER compare to other sports camps in Providence?
program_name: SOCCER is one of 13 sports camps in Providence that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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