TIC Summer Camp - Session 3
A summer camp in Washington D.C. that combines technology and athletics.
▌ Editor's read The TIC Summer Camp website (ticcamp.com/tic-dc) loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs. The camp has been operating for 38 years, founded by Dale and Laura Glass, indicating a long-standing presence in summer programming. It offers a day camp program for ages 7-17, focusing on a combination of technology and sports. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, which is a positive indicator for safety. While not ACA accredited, the camp has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from 100 Google reviews for their DC location, with many reviewers praising the engaging activities and dedicated staff. Social media handles include @ticsummercamp on Instagram and TICSummerCamp on Facebook, showcasing active engagement. The camp's structure allows campers to choose two technology classes and two sports activities per session, providing a balanced and customizable experience.
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Since 198838+ years operating
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- Established
- 1988 (38 years)
- Operator
- Private business
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 7–15
- Hours: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 4200 Davenport Street, NW, Washington, DC 20016, USA
- Phone: (703) 876-2868
- Cost notes: Session 3 tuition is $1420 for 2 weeks.
Runs 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 15 to Aug 7.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 15 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $1,350
- Session 2 Jun 29 – Jul 10, 2026 · 2 weeks · $1,350
- Session 3 Jul 13 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks · $1,420
- Session 4 Jul 27 – Aug 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $1,420
↗ What parents like
- Equal half days of tech and athletics
- Different tech options available
↘ Watch for
- Registration portal is down
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about TIC Summer Camp - Session 3
- What ages does TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 accept?
- TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 is open to children ages 7–15. 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 TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 cost?
- TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 publishes $710/week for the standard session. Session 3 tuition is $1420 for 2 weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are TIC Summer Camp - Session 3's hours?
- TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 runs 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs TIC Summer Camp - Session 3?
- TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 is operated by a private business, with 38 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 provide lunch?
- TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 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.
- Does TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 offer extended care?
- Yes — TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
- Does TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 offer transportation?
- TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
- How does TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 compare to other stem camps in Washington?
- TIC Summer Camp - Session 3 is one of 8 stem camps in Washington 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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