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Half-Day Unlicensed Specialty Clubs-NOW REGISTERING
Each week, children focus on a new theme and skillset, from a world of adventure to playful art lessons. Half-day sessions are Monday - Thursday, 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. An enrollment packet is not needed for these clubs. 
  • 6/10-6/13 School of Wizardry and Magic
  • 6/17-6/20 Wacky Science
  • 6/24-6/27 Carnival Creation
  • 7/8-7/11   Lego Mania
  • 7/15-7/18 Extreme Sports
  • 7/29-8/1   Game on: Virtual vs Reality


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Police Camp July 23-26, 2013-NOW REGISTERING
This action-packed four-day, three-night camp lets 11-15 year olds work with Commerce City Police Officers and get an up-close look at local law enforcement. Check out the 2011 and 2012 video of our camp experience.

Mandatory informational meeting Tuesday, July 9 at 6pm (Recreation Center)
Participant Packet

Police Camp is partially supported by Grant #2010-DJ-BX-0316 awarded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance. The Bureau of Justice Assistance is a component of the Office of Justice Programs, which also includes the Bureau of Justice Statistics, the National Institue of Justice, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, and the Office for Victims of Crime. Points of view or opinions in the document are those of the author and do not represent the offical position or policies of the United States Department of Justice.


Summer Camp kidsSummer Camp-ENROLLMENT IS CLOSED
Looking for a fun and safe way for your child to spend their summer? Commerce City summer camps are the place! Children and teens enjoy a variety of activities including arts and crafts, games, team-building activities, swimming, field trips, and more. We maintain low child to staff ratios while providing a safe and friendly environment.

There are separate camps for 6-10 and 11-15 year olds  and camp runs from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. June 3 - August 2. Register for all or individual weeks. Space is limited, so enroll early!

New in 2013
  • Attend a licensed, partial-week camp. Teens have the option of a Monday through Friday or Tuesday through Thursday camp (Second Creek only). The recreation center camp is available five days a week.
  • Smaller full-day day licensed camp for ages 6-10 year olds. The camp is limited to 20 children to ensure smaller group activities and specialized programs,
  • Weekly half-day unlicensed specialty clubs for ages 6-10 year olds (this means no enrollment forms needed). Weeks and days vary due to the theme and skills taught.

Important Dates

 Time Date  Action 
 9 a.m.  Wed, Feb 27 Enrollment period begins; packets available for download
 6 p.m. Wed, Feb 27 Parent meeting about summer camp. Staff recommends printing and bringing enrollment packet to meeting - otherwise available for $10
 6 p.m.  Mon, May 13 Mandatory meeting for all parents and campers.
 9 p.m. Mon, May 13 Enrollment deadline (no packets accepted after this time). 

Camp Costs

  • Full day licensed camp (ages 6-10): $120 resident/$145 non-resident per week
  • Full day licensed teen camp (ages 11-15): $140 resident/$165 non-resident per week*
  • Partial week licensed teen camp (ages 11-15): $90 resident/$105 non-resident per week**
*Available at Commerce City Recreation Center and Second Creek Elementary School
**Available at Second Creek site only

Important Downloads
  • Parent Manual

Field Trips and Themes

Packable Lunch Idea
Check out these websites for help packing a healthy lunch for your camper.

Government recommendations for a healthy and balanced meal.

Bento Boxes are not endorsed by our camp. Their website just has great recipes for packing lunches!

Yasmin Cassini
Youth Coordinator
Ph: 303-289-3659
Email

Lisa Nordholt
Youth Services Supervisor
Ph: 303-289-3702
Email

Program Registration 
Online
Ph: 303-289-3789
In Person: Recreation Center

Recreation Center
Front Desk: 303-289-3760
6060 Parkway Drive
Commerce City, CO 80022

Hours
Monday - Friday
5:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Saturday
8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sunday
Noon - 5:30 p.m.

Pool closes 30 minutes before center

Facility Closures
March 10, 2013
March 31, 2013