Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp
Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for children in Alameda, focusing on fun, learning, and personal growth.
▌ Editor's read The Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their day camp program, including weekly themes like 'Superheroes' and 'Mad Scientists'. The camp is operated by the Alameda Boys & Girls Club, indicating a nonprofit owner type. While not ACA accredited, the website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in youth development and safety. Google reviews for the Alameda Boys & Girls Club generally show a positive rating of 4.6 stars from 144 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging activities and caring staff. The program is a day camp, running from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and offers a variety of activities including arts & crafts, sports, and educational games. Social media handles for Instagram (@alamedabgc) and Facebook (alamedabgc) are easily found, showcasing camp activities and community engagement.
Who thrives here Ages 7–12
Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp 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 traditional day camp 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
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 7–12
- Hours: 8:00am - 6:00pm
- Address: 1900 Third Street, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
- Cost notes: $250 for the week of July 4th
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp
- What ages does Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp accept?
- Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp is open to children ages 7–12. 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 Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp cost?
- Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp publishes $300/week for the standard session. $250 for the week of July 4th Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp's hours?
- Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp runs 8:00am - 6:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp?
- Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp provide lunch?
- Alameda Boys & Girls Club Summer Camp 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.
Planning guides
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