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Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center

Heymann Recreation Center · $125/week

A traditional day camp offering various recreational activities for children at Heymann Recreation Center.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL is a news release from Lafayette Consolidated Government announcing summer camp opportunities, including Camp Ignite at Heymann Recreation Center. This indicates the camp is run by a municipal parks department (PARC). The camp is a day program for children aged 5-12, with a weekly cost of $125. The news release specifies that registration is online and requires a birth certificate and proof of residency. While the specific camp does not have a dedicated website, the Lafayette Consolidated Government has a Facebook page (LafayetteConsolidatedGovernment). There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. Google reviews for 'Heymann Recreation Center' show a 4.4-star rating from 130 reviews, with comments generally praising the facilities and activities for children, though these reviews are for the center itself, not specifically the summer camp program.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Address: 1500 S Orange St, Lafayette, LA 70503
  • Phone: (337) 291-8370
  • Cost notes: $125 per camper registration

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center

What ages does Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center accept?
Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center cost?
Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center publishes $125/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center's hours?
Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center runs 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center?
Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation 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 Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center provide lunch?
Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation 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.
How does Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center compare to other traditional day camp camps in Lafayette?
Camp Ignite - Heymann Recreation Center is one of 6 traditional day camp camps in Lafayette 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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