JaxParks makes summer time the best time for youth with a bevy of camp experiences packed with sports, arts, adventure and friends. It's all about creating special memories that will make your summer the best.
Let one of JaxParks recreational spaces provide the perfect enrichment and entertainment for your youth this summer.
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Registration is required to attend and you must create or update your profile in the JaxParks registration system.
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JaxParks FREE Holiday Blast Camp is December 30, 2024, through January 3, 2025, from 8am – 5pm
with an extended 7:30am drop
off! Registration begins Wednesday, December 11th at noon. Space is limited.
Register at
jaxparks.coj.net.
Camp Locations:
Cuba Hunter - 3620 Bedford Rd., 32207
Emmett Reed - 1093 W. 6th St., 32209
Henry T. Jones - 3856 Grant Rd., 32207
Kennedy - 1133 Ionia St., 32206
Legends - 5130 Soutel Dr., 32208
Mary L. Gibbs - 6974 Wilson Blvd., 32210
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JaxParks Summer Camp (Day Enrichment) is offered in three (3) sessions and will be on a first come, first serve basis. Campers will explore a variety of activities including STEM themed enrichment, sports, arts and crafts, games and field trips.
Ages: 6 - 12
Fee: $95 ($20 non-refundable)
Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Extended Care Hours: Before Camp 7:00 am - 8:00 am and/or After Camp 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Extended Care Fee: $20 per session
Registration: Begins at noon on May 7th and will be available online at jaxparks.coj.net or contact the Summer Camp staff at (904) 255-7931.
- Session I: June 17th - June 28th (No camp on June 19th Juneteenth observed)
Session II: July 1st - July 12th (No camp on July 4th)- Session III: July 15th - July 26th
Technology
- Balis, 1513 LaSalle St., 32207 (904) 255-6633
- Legends, 5130 Soutel Dr., 32208 | (904) 255-4050
- Mary Lena Gibbs, 6974 Wilson Blvd., 32210 (904) 255-6636
Nature:
- Cecil Center, 13611 Normandy Blvd, 32221 (904) 255-4270 or (904) 255-4271
- Hammond Center, 3312 W 12th St., 32254 (904) 255-6787
- Henry T. Jones, 3856 Grant Rd., 32207 (904) 255-6899
- Oceanway,12215 Sago Ave, 32218 (904) 255-6850
Sports:
- Emmett Reed, 1093 W. Sixth St., 32209 (904) 255-6960 or (904) 255-6913
- Julian Barrs,10151 Crystal Springs Rd, 32221 (904) 255-6881
- Robert F. Kennedy, 1133 Ionia St., 32206 (904) 255-6860
Please note these are not specialty camps. The STEM themes will only be part of the educational component of the camps.
Summer Camp Info
Summer Camp Voucher Lottery Info
Summer Camp FAQs
Summer Camp Parent Handbook
Financial Assistance
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Financial assistance is available to qualifying families for summer camp (day enrichment). To register for financial assistance online visit: jaxparks.coj.net. Vouchers are limited and will be awarded on a first come first served basis. The voucher lottery will be re-open May 13th through May 15th until 5pm. Award recipients will receive a notification email once the registration process is complete including the upload of the required documentation. Duval county residents only.
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DOWNLOAD THE SOCCER AND FUTSAL FUN SUMMER CAMP FLYER
Join JaxParks for a new summer camp, Soccer and Futsal! Each one-week session will focus on individual and team building skills. Kids will learn technical ball skills and implement their knowledge through soccer/futsal fundamentals such as passing and goal scoring. Small group activities and interactive games will help develop new friendships and build team spirit.
Ages: 6 - 14
Fee: $75 (per session)
Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Registration: June 3 - 12
Camp: 5 Weeks | June 17 - July 26
Location: Cuba Hunter Community Center, 4380 Bedford Rd., 32207
Camp Sessions
| Session 1 |
Session 2 |
Session 3 |
Session 4 |
Session 5 |
| June 17-21 |
June 24-28 |
July 1-5 |
July 15-19 |
July 22-26 |
| No Camp June 19 |
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No Camp July 4 |
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Campers will participate based on age and skill level. Ten (10) and Under Tennis for ages 6 - 11 utilizes age-appropriate equipment and is played on a smaller sized court. Advanced Beginners for ages 12 - 14 emphasizes serving techniques and game play situations.
Locations:
- Southside Tennis Complex, 1539 Hendricks Ave., Jax, FL 32207; (904) 255-6870
- 9A/Baymeadows Tennis Complex/Fort Family, 8000 Baymeadows Road E., Jax, FL 32256; (904) 255-4214
Ages: 6 - 14
Fees: $20 per camper; per weekly session
Registration: Begins Monday, May 13, 2024 at 9:00 am. You must register in person at the tennis center of your choice or online here.
Net Generation: Ages 6 - 8
- Week 1: June 17 - 21 (No class 6/19)
- Week 2: June 24 - 27
- Week 3: July 1 - 5 (No class 7/4)
- Week 4: July 8 - 11
- Week 5: July 15 - 18
- Week 6: July 22 - 25
Net Generation: Ages 9 - 11
Two 2 hour clinics per session
Tuesday and Thursday - 9:30 am - 11:30 am
60' & Full Court Orange & Green Dot Ball
- Week 1: June 18 & 20
- Week 2: June 25 & 27
- Week 3: July 2 & 5
- Week 4: July 9 & 11
- Week 5: July 16 & 18
- Week 6: July 23 & 25
Full Court Ages: 12 - 14
Two 2 hour clinics per session
Monday and Wednesday - 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Yellow Ball ONLY
- Week 1: June 17 & 21
- Week 2: June 24 & 26
- Week 3: July 1 & 3
- Week 4 July 8 & 10
- Week 5: July 15 & 17
- Week 6: July 22 & 24
Friday is weekly makeup day in case of inclement weather conditions. Times to be determined.
No class on June 19th or July 4th.
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Teen Power registration begins March 21st at noon. If it's the Teen Power's first time, they may only register for one session. Depending on the Teen Power's performance at the end of the session, they may register for the remaining sessions.
Why should I become a Teen Power at JaxParks Summer Camp?
As a Teen Power you'll have a fun filled day, the opportunity to build strong relationships with your peers and learn responsibility, time management, and how to be a team leader. It is also a tremendous way to gain community service hours.
How do I become a Teen Power?
Step 1: Contact the site of your choice and schedule an interview.
Step 2: Interview for the Teen Power position
Step 3: Accepted (you will receive a letter of recommendation to register)
Step 3.1: Denied (student is not eligible this year)
Step 4: Complete registration
Step 5: Attend mandatory orientation
Interviews begin Monday, April 1st - Contact the site of interest
Orientation is Thursday, June 6th at the Balis Community Center located at 1513 LaSalle St., 32207 from 8am - 12pm.
* The summer camp sites are listed above in the Summer Camp section.
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Rec’N Roll Program for ages 6 - 17. This urban parks initiative provides free, structured and non-structured activities in 12 parks from 10:30 am—6:30 pm beginning Monday, June 10th through Friday, August 2nd. Young children should be accompanied by a teenager or guardian. No registration required.
This is a drop in program where children in the neighborhood can engage in games and other activities to keep them entertained. This is not a day camp.
*Park sites are subject to change
Locations:
- Adolph Wurn Park, 2115 Dean Rd, 32216
- Bruce Park, 6549 Arlington Rd, 32211
- Grunthal Park, 1660 West 13th St, 32209
- Henry L. Brown Kooker Park, 2902 Bennett St, 32206
- Johnnie Walker Park, 2500 West 20th St, 32209
- JS Johnson Park, 1201 Jackson St, 32204
- Lem Merrett Park, 845 Ellis Road S, 32205
- Panama Park, 6912 Buffalo Ave, 32208
- Ray Greene Park, 2149 Leonid Rd, 32218
- Warrington Park, 325 North Bowlan St, 32216
- Woodstock Park, 2839 West Beaver St, 32209
For questions, contact 904-255-7937 or email jaxparks@coj.net
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Teen Nights 2024
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Ages: Teenagers 13 - 17
Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Registration: On-site with picture I.D.
No programs 7/5 and 7/6
No entry after 9pm
This program provides impact programming for teens in an effort to reduce crime and offer alternative solutions for youth during the evenings. They will enjoy a game truck, snacks, Lazer tag, dancing with DJ's, and lessons on finaincial literacy, and more.
Locations:
Fridays & Saturdays
- Emmett Reed, 1093 W. 6th St., 32209
- Mary Lena Gibbs, 6974 Wilson Blvd., 32210
- Cuba Hunter, 4380 Bedford Rd., 32207
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Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please contact Disabled Services at VVM 904-255-5466, TTY 904-255-5475, or email your request to KaraT@coj.net.
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