What ages does Community Camps accept?

Community Camps is open to children ages 5–10. 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 Community Camps cost?

Community Camps publishes $140/week for the standard session. USD. Non-Resident rate. After-Hours Care: $40 for both sessions. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Community Camps's hours?

Community Camps runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Community Camps?

Community Camps 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 Community Camps provide lunch?

Community Camps 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 Community Camps compare to other community/rec center camps in Fort Lauderdale?

Community Camps is one of 22 community/rec center camps in Fort Lauderdale 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.

▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–10

Community Camps

Multiple Locations · $140/week

Community Camps, operated by the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation, offer diverse day camp experiences for children across various city parks.

▌ Editor's read The website https://www.parks.fortlauderdale.gov/programs/recreation/camps loads successfully and details the City of Fort Lauderdale's Community Camps. These are day camps offered at multiple park locations for children aged 5-12, with specific age ranges varying by location. The camps are operated by the municipal parks department, indicating a public, community-focused ownership model. The site lists weekly themes, registration dates, and costs, which are $140 per week for residents and $210 for non-residents. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. The website does not explicitly state that staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation' generally show a 4.4-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about park facilities and programs, though specific camp reviews are not easily isolated. Social media handles found are @playftl on Instagram and 'playftl' on Facebook, which are for the broader Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation department.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 5–10

Community Camps 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
Ages: 5–10
Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Address: 1350 W Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, USA
Phone: (954) 828-7275
Cost notes: USD. Non-Resident rate. After-Hours Care: $40 for both sessions.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Community Camps

What ages does Community Camps accept?: Community Camps is open to children ages 5–10. 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 Community Camps cost?: Community Camps publishes $140/week for the standard session. USD. Non-Resident rate. After-Hours Care: $40 for both sessions. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Community Camps's hours?: Community Camps runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Community Camps?: Community Camps 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 Community Camps provide lunch?: Community Camps 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 Community Camps compare to other community/rec center camps in Fort Lauderdale?: Community Camps is one of 22 community/rec center camps in Fort Lauderdale 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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