REGISTRATION & ENROLLMENT FOR SUMMER 2025 IS NOW OPEN!
| WEEK | DATES | THEME |
| Week 1 | June 2-6 | Aloha Week |
| Week 2 | June 9-13 | Adventure Awaits Week |
| Week 3 | June 16-20 | Celebration of Freedom Week |
| Week 4 | June 23-27 | Zootopia Week |
| Week 5 | June 30-July 3 | Red, White, & Blue Week |
| Week 6 | July 7-11 | Space Explorers Week |
| Week 7 | July 14-18 | Under the Sea Week |
| Week 8 | July 21-25 | Goin Green Week |
| Week 9 | July 28-August 1 | Mad Scientists Week |
| Week 10 | August 4-6 | Back to School Week |
PARAkids Summer Day Camp
For Students Entering Grades K-5
We've got plenty of recreational and educational activities planned this summer for students entering grades K-5th grade. Enjoy indoor and outdoor playgrounds, park green spaces, and trails. Activities will consist of hands-on including discovery, arts & culture, sports, and more! We also have exciting OPTIONAL field trips and OPTIONAL swim days planned!
Please note, PARAkids Day Camp is a recreational camp and does include many outdoor and physical activities. Campers will need to bring a lunch, two snacks, and three drinks (or a refillable water bottle) each day. See you there!
PARAkids Day Camp is not licensed for preschoolers and does not currently have resources to provide special education/needs services.
When?
- The PARAkids Summer Day Camp Program runs from June 2, 2025 - August 6, 2025.
- Full day camp hours are Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where?
Belk Center
Faucett Center
- Miller Center
- Phelps Center
- Tingle Center
How do I register?
How do I enroll?
☐ SELECT PREFFERED LOCATION BELOW TO ENROLL FOR WEEKS THAT YOU'D LIKE FOR YOUR CHILD TO ATTEND CAMP
Billing is available in weekly installments.
You may register for the entire summer now and you will be billed at the end of each week on Saturday. Billing will run each Saturday, the week before camp.
CREDIT CARD ONLY.
Each child MUST be enrolled prior to being dropped off at any PARA Day Camp location.
NO EXCEPTIONS.
AGES
Entering K-5th Grade (2025-2026)
COST
$30.00 registration fee (covers administrative costs & camp t-shirt)
Weekly Rate:
$100PARA All-Inclusive members
$150non-members
Sibling discount for weekly enrollment:
$10 off for second child
$25 off for third(+) child
Pay by Day Enrollment:IF space allows*
$35 per day/members
$45 per day/non-members
Late pick-up fees will be $10 for every 15 minutes a parent/guardian is late picking up after 5:30 p.m. Multiple late pick-ups may result in termination from the Program.
No refunds.
Summer Sports Camps
Get in the game with our 2025 PARA Summer Sports Camps!
Tuscaloosa County Park & Recreation Authority (PARA) invites young athletes to get in the game this summer with a variety of fun and skill-building sports camps! Whether your child is a beginner or looking to improve their game, our camps offer something for everyone—from soccer and basketball to golf, flag football, and more.
🏀 Jordan Kent Sports Camps (Ages 6–12)
Hosted at Belk and Faucett, these high-energy camps focus on fun, fundamentals, and fitness!
Baseball/Softball: June 9–12 | 9AM–12PM | Belk | $120
Basketball: June 23–26 | 9AM–12PM | Belk | $120
Pickleball: July 17–20 | 9AM–12PM | Faucett | $120
Multisport: July 21–24 | 9AM–1PM | Miller | $160
⚽ Barry Spitzer Soccer Camps
In partnership with Tuscaloosa United, these camps offer a great experience for players of all levels.
Summer Day Camp (Ages 5–12)
June 9–12 | June 16–19 | July 10–14 | July 14–17
Time: 9AM–12PMAdvanced Camp (Ages 8–18)
June 16–19 | 5:30PM–8:30PMSAQ Camp (Speed, Agility, Quickness)
June 9–12 & July 14–17
Ages 8–12: 5:30–7PM
Ages 13–17: 8–8:30PM
🎾 Youth Tennis Camps
Held at the Tuscaloosa Tennis Center, these camps provide instruction and fun match play.
Ages 4–13 | 10AM–12PM
$184/week
Dates: June 2–5 | June 9–12 | June 16–19 | July 14-17 | July 21-24
🏈 Girls Flag Football (Grades K–8)
In partnership with USA Football, this program is perfect for girls who want to learn and play flag football in a supportive, fun environment.
FREE Intro Clinic: June 1 | 2–4PM | Central High School
Summer Camps:
June 29 | 1–5PM | Shelton State – Register by June 13
July 27 | 1–5PM | Location TBD – Register by July 11
Cost: $50 (includes t-shirt & coupon)
⛳ Summer Golf Camps | Ol' Colony Golf Complex
Whether you're raising a future pro or introducing your child to the game, our golf camps offer a great start.
Ages 6–8: $99
Wednesdays (9–10AM or 10:15–11:15AM) | June 4–July 23
Ages 9–10: $119
Tuesdays & Thursdays (8:30–9:45AM) | June 3–26
Ages 11+: $139
Tuesdays & Thursdays (10–11:30AM) | June 3–26
Intermediate/Advanced: $149
Fridays (9–10:45AM) | June 6–July 25
🔥 Why Choose PARA Summer Sports Camps?
Our camps are designed to help kids try new sports, develop athletic skills, build confidence, and make new friends. With options for all ages and interests, there’s no better way to stay active and engaged all summer long.
LOCATIONS
Various
AGES
4-18
COST
Varies
