Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12 · $100/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12

Camp Inspire

Martin Luther King Recreation Center · $100/week

A summer day camp offering a variety of activities for children at the Martin Luther King Recreation Center.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL is a news release from the Lafayette Consolidated Government announcing 2026 summer camp opportunities, including Camp Inspire at the Martin Luther King Recreation Center. This indicates Camp Inspire is a day camp operated by the municipal Parks and Recreation (PARC) department. The news release states the camp runs for 8 weeks, from June 1 to July 24, 2026, for children aged 5-12, with a weekly fee of $50. No specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies are mentioned in the news release. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Martin Luther King Recreation Center Lafayette LA' show a 4.3-star rating from 104 reviews, with comments often praising the facility and community programs, though specific reviews for 'Camp Inspire' are not readily available within these general reviews.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Camp Inspire 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Address: Martin Luther King Recreation Center, 100 Martin Luther King Dr, Lafayette, LA 70501
  • Phone: (337) 291-8371
  • Cost notes: $50 per camper registration

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Inspire

What ages does Camp Inspire accept?
Camp Inspire 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 Inspire cost?
Camp Inspire publishes $100/week for the standard session. $50 per camper registration Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Inspire's hours?
Camp Inspire 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 Inspire?
Camp Inspire 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 Inspire provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Inspire includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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