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program_name: TRACK AND FIELD

Providence Recreation Center · $5/week

The Providence Recreation Department offers a Track and Field camp as part of its diverse summer programming for children in Providence, Rhode Island.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Providence Recreation Department's summer camp page, which lists a variety of camps, including Track and Field. The camp is a day program, and the owner type is municipal-parks. The website does not mention ACA accreditation, nor does it provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about background checks for staff. The cost is listed as $5 per week, indicating a highly affordable community-based program. The Providence Recreation Department has a Facebook page under the handle 'ProvidenceRec'. There are no specific Google reviews for the 'Track and Field' camp itself, but the Providence Recreation Department generally has positive community engagement. The website provides a clear overview of the registration process and contact information for inquiries.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–13

program_name: TRACK AND FIELD sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right sports fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: Sports
  • Ages: 8–13
  • Hours: 8:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Address: 11 West Dr, Providence, RI 02904
  • Phone: (401) 680-7300
  • Cost notes: USD. Providence Recreation Department.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about program_name: TRACK AND FIELD

What ages does program_name: TRACK AND FIELD accept?
program_name: TRACK AND FIELD is open to children ages 8–13. 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 program_name: TRACK AND FIELD cost?
program_name: TRACK AND FIELD publishes $5/week for the standard session. USD. Providence Recreation Department. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are program_name: TRACK AND FIELD's hours?
program_name: TRACK AND FIELD runs 8:00AM - 4:00PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs program_name: TRACK AND FIELD?
program_name: TRACK AND FIELD 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 program_name: TRACK AND FIELD provide lunch?
program_name: TRACK AND FIELD 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 program_name: TRACK AND FIELD compare to other sports camps in Providence?
program_name: TRACK AND FIELD is one of 13 sports camps in Providence 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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