Day Camps

Summer Camps

Subject to change. Please see our Funformation Program Guide for current information.

• Douglass Park Day Camp & Leonhard Day Camp
  6 – 11 years
  In this rain or shine program, children are grouped by age and placed under the supervision of qualified leaders. Daily activities include camp games, crafts, drama, special events, and sports. Campers will swim at least two times each week. The fee includes one camp t-shirt per participant, supplies, equipment, swimming, and field trip fees. Each camper should bring a sack lunch, swim suit, and towel daily. There will be no pro-rating of camp fees.
• Creative Kids Day Camp
  6 – 11 years
  This exciting camp offers children an introduction to the arts throughout the summer through workshops in areas such as visual arts, crafts, dance, and performing arts. No prior experience is required, but interest in the arts is recommended. Participants will enjoy traditional day camp activities such as games, weekly pool days, and fieldtrips. Each camper should bring a morning snack, afternoon snack, sack lunch, and drink daily; and a swimsuit and towel on pool days.

• Summer Youth Theatre Workshop
  7-13 years
  Wanna be a musical comedy star? Have ambitions about working backstage? Dream about being a costumer? This exciting program offers theatre curriculum in areas such as costuming, scene design and construction, lighting and audio design, theatrical makeup design and application, and acting techniques.
  
  The summer 201 performance is: Camp Rock - The Musical
  This summer at camp was suppose to be all about the music and having the time of their lives. But the new, flashy Camp Star across the lake now threatens Camp Rock's very existence. To keep the doors open, Mitchie steps up, rallies her fellow Camp Rockers, and get them into top shape for the ultimate showdown! This new musical based on the hit Disney Channel Original Movies Camp Rock and Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam will fire up the stage with over a dozen songs, including "This is Me," "Can't Back Down." "It's On, and "We Rock".
  
  Performances will be held at the Virginia Theatre on July 13, 14, 15 at 10am and 7pm.
  
  
• For Kids Only Summer Camp (A CUSR Program)
  4-12 years
  Ready for the best camp experience ever? For Kids Only Camp provides a structured environment in which to enjoy productive leisure activities.
  Our camp staff is comprised of individuals who have experience working with children of all ability levels. Additional training provides them with the knowledge to help your child be successful in enjoying summer camp. A 1:4 staff-to-camper ratio is maintained as much as possible. Campers take part in gross motor sports and games, arts and crafts, music, swimming, and field trips. Most trips and swim days are included in the camp fee.
  
  
• Camp SPIRIT (A CUSR Program)
  13 – 22 years
  Join us at Camp SPIRIT for a full day or half day to enjoy summer while you’re still a teen. Each day offers exciting recreational activities such as sports, arts and crafts, community trips, swimming, and cooking. Outgoing, well-trained therapeutic recreation staff will help challenge and motivate you to be the best you can be. Most trips, special events, and swim days are included in the camp fees.
  
  
• Sports Camps
  Please see our Sports Pages for detailed information.

Payment Information
Although the cost of attending any Champaign Park District camp is affordable, we understand
that, at times, it is difficult to pay all costs up front. Because of this, we require at least a $10 non-refundable deposit per child per session to hold a spot. The remainder will be due two weeks before camp begins.

Program Scholarships
Because some residents are unable to participate in recreation programs due to economic hardship, the Champaign Park District offers scholarships to reduce certain fees and charges.
Applicants for scholarships are not guaranteed program registration or choice of program location. Early applications are given priority. Scholarship fund availability and program registration cannot be guaranteed.
Scholarship application forms are available at the Bresnan Meeting Center and will be mailed to residents upon request. All requests will remain confidential. A limited amount of funding is available for scholarships. Need is the primary criteria upon which scholarship applicants are considered. All requests will be reviewed and applicants will be notified of the outcome. No camp discounts will be given for families on scholarship. The decision of the Park District will be final.
Questions: 398-2550

Child Care Resource Service (CCRS)
Child Care Resource Service helps income-eligible parents who are working and/or going to school to pay for their child care.
Eligibility is based on family size and parents’ income. Working families whose incomes are at or below 50% of the state median income level may be eligible.
Processing the application can take up to 10 business days, once all the necessary information is received. Please pick up an application form from CCRS.
CCRS approved families may register for summer camps by paying a $10 deposit per child/per session of camp. These deposits may be refunded at the end of the summer once all CCRS checks are received and there is a credit balance. If money is still owed on your account once CCRS checks have been applied, you will be responsible for the rest of the bill. Because the Park District does not receive payment from CCRS until one month after the service was provided, your deposit could be refunded as late as October.
Questions: Child Care Resource Service, 333-3252 or 1-800-325-5516