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Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center

Glendale · $120/week

A traditional summer day camp for youth aged 5-13 at the O'Neil Recreation Center in Glendale, Arizona.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department's page for classes, programs, and activities. The 'Summer Youth Program' is listed, specifically mentioning O'Neil Recreation Center as a location. The program is designed for children aged 6-12, running from May 28 to July 26, 2024, with weekly themes and daily activities including sports, games, arts and crafts, and field trips. The cost is $125 per week for residents and $150 for non-residents, with a one-time registration fee. The program is operated by the City of Glendale, indicating a municipal-parks owner type. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the website. Google reviews for 'O'Neil Recreation Center' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 106 reviews, with several positive comments about the staff and facilities. The City of Glendale Parks and Recreation has a Facebook page, 'GlendaleAZParksandRecreation', which promotes various programs including summer camps.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–13
  • Hours: 7 am- 6 pm
  • Address: 6448 W Missouri Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301, USA
  • Phone: 623-930-2830
  • Cost notes: Free 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center

What ages does Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center accept?
Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center 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 Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center cost?
Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center publishes $120/week for the standard session. Free 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center's hours?
Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center runs 7 am- 6 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center?
Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center 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 Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center provide lunch?
Glendale Summer Youth Program - O'Neil Rec Center 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.

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