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1 YMCA Arlington 3422 North 13th Street Arlington, VA T: NONPROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID WASHINGTON, DC PERMIT NO Summer Day Camp Program Guide YMCA OF METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON YMCA ARLINGTON YMCA OF METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON th Street, NW Suite 720 Washington, D.C Belong Overnight and day camp adventure for all ages. YMCA Camp Letts is located close to Annapolis and an hour outside of Washington, D.C. on a 219 acre peninsula. Camp Letts provides children with outdoor excitement, boating, and award winning equestrian program experiences that build skills and team play. Ask about our year round lodge for weddings, parties, family reunions and more! info@campletts.org P.O. Box Camp Letts Road Edgewater, MD YMCA CAMP LETTS DISCOVER SUMMER Archery Arts and Crafts Basketball Canoeing Creative Writing Cricket Camp Fires Drama Ecology High Adventure Course Lacrosse Rugby Volley Ball Soccer Softball Gaga Ball Street Hockey Swimming Tennis Ultimate Frisbee And so much more! Learn Discover

2 For over 160 years, the Y has been committed to preparing our children for the future, and we are as determined as ever to continue along that path. I cannot tell you how many children come through the doors of the Y, for either childcare or summer camp, and improve academically and socially as a direct result of their Y experience. We take great pride in nurturing the future of our children through programs that reinforce and extend opportunities to learn. The Y s summer camps are structured to prevent childhood summer learning loss, which many children experience following the end of an academic school year. Our camp programs promote STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math), physical activity and are a place where children can be creative: they learn while having fun in the Y s structured camp environment. Y camps foster a child s mind, body and spirit in accordance with the Y s fundamental mission and responsibilities to the communities we serve. Our counselors are thoroughly screened, trained in CPR/First Aid, emergency preparedness and other safety measures. Beyond that, our counselors are prepared to give your child an enriched learning experience that they will not only enjoy, but also benefit from for the rest of their lives, both academically and socially. Whether it is the fun of singing camp songs, swimming, taking nature walks, participating in various sports, or the intellectual challenges of our STEAM-focused programs, the Y s counselors guide our campers in developing new interests, friends, and independence. As one of the Washington area s leading nonprofits with a focus on youth development, the Y knows the importance of nurturing every child so that they can meet their fullest potential. Our summer camp programs are designed with this idea in mind to make sure that the children we serve are prepared to succeed for years to come. Give your child a positive adventure and lasting education this summer by enrolling them in Y summer camps. It will be a healthy, fun and supportive learning experience from which they will not only benefit in several ways, but also want to return to again and again. Best, Angie L. Reese-Hawkins President and CEO YMCA of Metropolitan Washington ii TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Session Dates...1 What Makes Camp at the Y Special?...2 Talk to a Camp Expert...2 Registering is Easy...2 Payment Options...2 Cancellations...3 Transfers...3 New Parent Orientation & Open House...3 Quick Reference Checklist...3 Swimming Locations...3 General Daily Schedule...3 Extended Hours...3 Camp Hours...3 Camp Locations...3 For More Information...4 Frequently Asked Questions...4 Highlights Calendar...6 Summer Day Camp 2018 Schedule...8 AQUATICS CAMPS Aquatics Camp...11 Mini Aquatics...11 GYMNASTICS ACADEMY Gymnastics Training LEADERSHIP CAMPS Leaders-In-Training Counselors-In-Training SPECIALTY CAMPS Beads & Handicrafts...17 Delicious Delights...17 Duct Tape Creations...17 Green Thumbs Up!...17 Theater...17 STEM CAMPS Goop & Magical Solutions Sensational Sciences Crime Scene Science Construction Junction Soaring High ART CAMPS Art in 3D Pushing Paint Recycling Art SPORTS/DANCE CAMPS FOR 5-8 YEAR OLDS Ballet Basketball Cheerleading Deck Hockey Flag Football Golf Soccer Street Jam T-Ball All-Star Sports Jr FOR 8-12 YEAR OLDS Archery Basketball Martial Arts Camp Soccer All Star Sports Sr Ultimate Frisbee SPORTS FESTIVAL CAMP Sports Festival...23 Basketball Clinic...23 TRADITIONAL CAMPS Under the Sea...25 Adventure Awaits...25 Captain Y and the Super Heroes Dr. Seuss...25 Escape to Dino Land It s a Thingamajig...25 At the Movies...25 Animal Adventures...25 Space Invaders...25 Pirates and Princesses Best of the Best...25 TRAVEL/OUTDOOR CAMPS Biking Camp Rolling and Bowling Splash Bash Junior Travel...27 Senior Travel...27 Teen Travel...28 Kirkwood Outdoor Camp...28 Pony Camp...29 Horseback Riding...29 TENNIS ACADEMY Arlington Tennis...30 CAMP LETTS Overnight Camp YMCA LOCATIONS MAP Year-Round Programs...36 YMCA Branch Locations Map WE RE EXCITED ABOUT SUMMER CAMP! SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 1 SESSION A SESSION B SESSION C SESSION D SESSION E CAMP DAYS IN BOLD S M T W T F S Mini Week: Week 1: Week 2: Week 3: Week 4: Week 5: Week 6: Week 7: Week 8: Week 9: Week 10: CAMP IS CLOSED JULY 4, 2018 JUNE JULY AUG IMPORTANT INFORMATION

3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION WHAT MAKES CAMP AT THE Y SPECIAL? OUR CAMPERS Learn values and positive behaviors Practice healthy habits Develop leadership skills Discover their talents, and realize their potential Develop a sense of responsibility for themselves and others Gain independence and confidence Build character Explore nature Make new friends and learn social skills Go home with memories to last a lifetime THE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP: By becoming a Full Privilege Member of the YMCA you can save up to $590 on your child s camp tuition. A program fee is added to program members at the time of registration. Program members can take advantage of other Y programs all year. To learn more about our family or program membership options call the YMCA Arlington Member Services for promotional offers and even more benefits of becoming a member. WE OFFER FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The YMCA seeks to make its services available based on need and availability of funds. Pick up your confidential application at the Member Service desk. The financial aid is made available due to generous Caring for Community contributors. TALK TO A CAMP EXPERT January 17, :00pm-8:00pm February 13, :00pm-8:00pm March 14, :00pm-8:00pm April 28, :00am-12:00pm REGISTRATION DATES November 23 rd Full Privilege Members November 23 rd Program Members REGISTERING IS EASY! Register your child using any of the methods below: Via our website at ymca.org by clicking on Easy to Enroll In person at the YMCA Arlington your registration to arlington @ymcadc.org By mail to: 3422 North 13th Street Arlington, VA Whether you register online or in person, your registration is not complete until we have received the hard copies of your registration forms including proof of ID, physical and immunization records. PAYMENT OPTIONS There are two payment options: 1) You may pay in full at the time of registration or 2) You may pay a non-refundable $50 per child per camp deposit at the time of registration and sign up for EFT. We will draft your account according to the following schedule: Camp Schedule Camp Dates Draft Date Mini Week Jun. 18 th Jun. 22 nd May 10 th Session A Weeks 1&2 Jun. 25 th Jul. 6 th May 26 th Session B Weeks 3&4 Jul. 9 th Jul. 20 th June 10 th Session C Weeks 5&6 Jul. 23 rd Aug. 3 rd June 26 th Session D Weeks 7&8 Aug. 6 th Aug. 17 th July 10 th Session E Weeks 9&10 Aug. 20 th Aug. 31 st July 26 th CANCELLATIONS All withdrawals from a camp session and/ or refund requests must be done in writing through the YMCA Arlington office (either in person or via to arlington @ ymcadc.org). Refunds / credits will be issued as follows: A full refund (less the non-refundable deposit) will be issued if a written cancellation is received at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the camp session. Cancellations less than two weeks in advance will be charged a 20% processing charge in addition to the non-refundable deposit. TRANSFERS Changed your mind? No problem! Camper transfers from one session to another or from one program to another will only be made if space is available. Transfer requests must be made in writing. NEW PARENT ORIENTATION & OPEN HOUSE April 21, :00pm-1:00pm June 16, :00am-10:45am New to camp and want to get the lay of the land? Our directors have you covered. Come to our orientation and open house and we will get you familiar with our policies, procedures, and show you all the ways your child is going to have a great time this summer. QUICK REFERENCE CHECKLIST Did you remember to send? Backpack (labeled) A nut-free, healthy lunch and snack that is labeled and dated (no glass containers) Water bottle Sunscreen (labeled) Swim suit and towel A plastic bag for wet stuff Bug Spray (labeled) A complete change of clothes for younger campers And remember to label all items with your child s name We are a screen free summer camp. Please leave all ipods, ipads, DS, PSPs, and other nonemergency electronics at home. SWIMMING LOCATIONS Aquatics camp stationed at the branch will swim daily (weather permitting) at the YMCA Arlington N. 13th Street, Arlington, VA. Sports Festival will swim once per week at the Wakefield High School Pool. Travel and outdoor camps will swim at least once per week, schedule and locations will be available before camp begins. Aquatics Camps will also swim once per week at W-L High School Pool. Each group is unique, but with similar schedules. Swim times may vary depending on the camp. GENERAL DAILY SCHEDULE Each camp is unique but follows similar schedules. Swim times may vary depending on what camp they are attending. The following is a sample schedule: Time Schedule 7-8:45am AM Extended Care (board games, playground, balls, jump rope, etc.) 8:45-9:15am Opening Rally (songs, skits and contests/challenges) 9:15-3:30pm Camp Activities (attendance, field trips, group games, arts & crafts, water breaks, lunch, fun activities, camp songs, clean up) 3:30-4:00pm Snack 4:00-4:30pm Closing Rally (songs, skits and contests/challenges) 4:30-6:30pm PM Extended Care (board games, group games, reading/storytelling, etc.) EXTENDED HOURS Before-Care: 7:00am 9:00am After-Care: 4:00pm 6:30pm (or 4:30 6:30 for Travel/outdoor Camps) Location: Same as camp location Our extended hours program offers quality care for your child before and after the camp day. Activities may include sports, arts & crafts and more! We offer this convenient service at the same location as each of our camp programs. CAMP HOURS 9:00am 4:00pm Travel camp/outdoor camp 9:00am 4:30pm Fees: Full Program Member Member Before Care (per week) $40.00 $45.00 After Care (per week) $50.00 $55.00 Gymnastics $60.00 $70.00 Before Gymnastics $70.00 $80.00 After CAMP LOCATIONS Camps will be held at the following locations, plus other sites to be announced YMCA Arlington (Traditional, Aquatics & Leadership Camps) 3422 N 13th Street Arlington, VA YMCA Woodmont Program Center (Gymnastics) 2422 N Fillmore Street Arlington, VA Wakefield High School (Sports Festival & Basketball Clinic) 1325 Dinwiddie Street Arlington, VA Location TBD (Specialty, Sports & Travel Camp) Please check our website or call the branch at for for updated location information. TRANSPORTATION Pending confirmation of the off-site locations, transportation may be provided to and from the off-site location. 2 SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION

4 IMPORTANT INFORMATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR MORE INFORMATION Refer to the Parent Handbook, Call the YMCA branch or visit for more information about the following: Financial Assistance Accommodations for special needs children What should my camper bring to Camp? FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SUMMER CAMP I completed my camp registration online. Is my registration complete? No. Please complete the registration forms located on our website. Your registration is not complete until these forms are completed, filled in and returned to the Y. You can them to arlington @ymcadc.org or mail them to the following address: YMCA Arlington Attn: Camp Forms 3422 N. 13th Street Arlington, VA What time do I pick-up and drop-off my camper if they do not participate in Extended Hours? Please drop your camper off between 8:45am 9:00am and pick them up between 4:00pm 4:15pm. Travel and Outdoor campers should be picked up between 4:30pm-4:45pm. What are the activities for before and after-care? Campers will be split up and provided different low key, age appropriate activities. Part of the time in after care is spent on activities that combat summer learning loss. What information will I get before camp? In addition to the parent handbook, a precamp is our courtesy communication tool to inform you of the week s schedule of activities as well as answer any questions you may have. If you sign up for a camp Thursday- Sunday the week before camp, you will not get a pre-camp , however, please feel free to contact us with questions. If you do not receive a pre-camp , please confirm your address with the Member Services desk. How can I get a camp schedule? Camp schedules are available at the sign in/ sign out desk, from camp staff and at the Member Services desk one (1) week prior to the beginning of camp. The camp schedule provides you with information on what your child will be doing during his/her time at camp. Please note that these schedules are subject to change. We do our best to provide you with information early so you can plan ahead, but summer camp is full of surprises, and we are often forced to make changes. This schedule also gives you information on what to bring. What should my camper bring to camp? All campers must bring a healthy, nut-free lunch, plenty to drink and two snacks to camp daily. Please send only non-perishable foods because refrigeration is not possible. Campers should also bring their own water bottle to stay hydrated during the day. Send your child to camp with a backpack to keep all of the belongings together. Swimsuit and towel. A hat for sun protection. *See checklist on page 3. What to bring for travel camp? Please label all items with name and phone number. Campers must bring a healthy, nut-free lunch, 2 snacks and plenty to drink each day. Campers should not need, nor should they bring large sums of money. Trips are subject to change, so campers should bring a backpack with swimsuit, towel and sunscreen each day, regardless of the schedule. All campers should wear comfortable and appropriate attire, such as T-shirts, shorts and tennis shoes. Please do not wear sandals or flip flops. Should I pack water for my child? Yes. Though we fill coolers for the kids and our staff make regular trips to the restrooms and drinking fountains, parents are ultimately responsible for sending their child with plenty of fluids for the day. What should my campers wear to camp? Children should wear clothing suitable for an active day at camp. Appropriate items would include shorts, t-shirts, light jackets (for chilly mornings), and athletic shoes (no sandals). Please label all items sent to camp with the child s first and last name. Our camps use discovery and play as a major part of our camp program, thus we encourage you to dress your child in clothing that you do not mind getting dirty or stained with art materials in the course of your child engaging in a fun activity. Is there a dress code for CITs? Counselors-in-Training and Junior lifeguards should dress just like the staff, wearing black or khaki shorts or pants and CIT shirt each day. While swimming, girl CITs should wear a modest one-piece suit and boys should wear shorts-style suits. Sneakers should be worn daily. When will my camper swim? All Aquatics campers will swim daily. It is our goal for all other campers to swim at least once in a week, but this is not always possible. Schedules will be sent 2-4 days prior to the beginning of camp and will be available on the first day. This does not include the Gymnastics Camp that will not be swimming during their camp day. Should my campers bring money to camp? No. Camp fees include all day trip admission fees. The only exception is on extended trips where campers may want to purchase souvenirs, designated Pizza Fridays, or special camp carnivals. What if my camper loses something at camp? We know that sometimes things just get lost. Please label all of your child s belongings. The best way to prevent the loss of property is to leave it at home! There will be a designated Lost and Found at each camp location. Please check for your child s items before the end of the week. Lost and found items are kept at the YMCA for one week after camp and then disposed or donated to charity. The YMCA is not responsible for camper possessions that are lost or stolen. What happens if my child is late for Travel/Outdoor Camp? Unfortunately, we cannot hold the bus for a camper who is running late. We will accept them into a camp at the branch or offsite location that piques their interest. You may also drop off you camper at their field trip destination. What happens when my child needs to be picked up early? No problem! Please contact the Y prior to pick up to ensure that your child is ready. I am running late. What should I do? Please contact the Y as soon as you know you or your authorized pick-up person will be late. We do charge $1 per minute you are late after the designated pick-up time. 4 SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 5

5 YMCA ARLINGTON DAY CAMP CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS 2018 SESSION A SESSION B SESSION C SESSION D SESSION E Mini Week Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 June 18 - June 22 June 25 - June 29 July 2 - July 6 July 9 - July 13 July 16 - July 20 July 23 - July 27 July 30 - Aug 3 Aug 6 - Aug 16 Aug 13 - Aug 17 Aug 20 - Aug 24 Aug 27 - Aug 31 TUESDAY MONDAY Red, White & Blue Day WEDNESDAY Crazy Hair Day Wacky Wednesday Happy 4th of July! No Camp Today. Pajama Day Biggest Fan Day Decade Day Hawaiian Day Core Value Day Character Day Pirate Day Wacky Wednesday THURSDAY All Camp Field Trip: Thingamajig! FRIDAY Traditional Camp Campfire!* Specialty Camp Performance!* Specialty Camp Performance* Aquatics Camp Mini-Meet Traditional Camp Carnival!* Specialty Camp Performance* Specialty Camp Performance* Aquatics Camp Mini-Meet Traditional Camp Carnival/Spirit* Specialty Camp Performance* Specialty Camp Performance* Aquatics Camp Mini Meet Traditional Camp Carnival/Spirit* Specialty Camp Performance* Specialty Camp Performance* Aquatics Camp Mini Meet Traditional Camp Carnival/Spirit* Specialty Camp Performance* Specialty Camp Performance* Aquatics Camp Mini Meet Traditional Camp Carnival/Spirit* *Parents are invited to attend at 3pm 6 SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 7

6 YMCA ARLINGTON SUMMER DAY CAMP 2018 AQUATICS SESSION A SESSION B SESSION C SESSION D SESSION E Mini Week Week 1 Week 2* Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 6/18-6/22 6/25-6/29 7/2-7/6 7/9-7/13 7/16-7/20 7/23-7/27 7/30-8/3 8/6-8/10 8/13-8/17 8/20-8/24 8/27-8/ year olds Mini Aquatics Mini Aquatics Mini Aquatics Mini Aquatics Mini Aquatics 6-12 year olds Aquatics Aquatics Aquatics Aquatics Aquatics GYMNASTICS 6-12 year olds Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics LEADERSHIP SPECIALTY SPORTS/DANCE SPORTS FESTIVAL 13 year olds Leaders-In-Training Leaders-In-Training Leaders-In-Training Leaders-In-Training Leaders-In-Training Leaders-In-Training Leaders-In-Training Leaders-In-Training year olds 5-8 year olds Counselors-In- Training Goop & Magical Solutions Counselors-In- Training Counselors-In- Training Counselors-In- Training Construction Junction Crime Scene Science Soaring High Counselors-In- Training Goop & Magical Solutions Counselors-In- Training Counselors-In- Training Counselors-In- Training Construction Junction Crime Scene Science Soaring High 5-8 year olds Art in 3D Beads & Handicrafts Pushing Paint Recycling Art Art in 3D Beads & Handicrafts Pushing Paint Recycling Art 5-8 year olds Delicious Delights Delicious Delights Theatre Delicious Delights Green Thumbs Up! Delicious Delights Theatre Goop & Magical Solutions 8-12 year olds Soaring High Crime Scene Science Construction Junction Sensational Sciences Soaring High Crime Scene Science Construction Junction Sensational Sciences Pushing Paint 8-12 year olds Pushing Paint Theater Art in 3D Beads & Handicrafts Pushing Paint Theater Duct Tape Creations Art in 3D 5-8 year olds All Star Sports Jr. All Star Sports Jr. All Star Sports Jr. All Star Sports Jr. All Star Sports Jr. All Star Sports Jr. All Star Sports Jr. All Star Sports Jr. All Star Sports Jr. 5-8 year olds Flag Football Basketball T-Ball Flag Football Basketball T-Ball Flag Football Basketball 5-8 year olds Cheerleading Street Jam Cheerleading Ballet Street Jam Cheerleading Ballet 5-8 year olds Deck Hockey Soccer Golf Soccer Deck Hockey Golf Soccer 8-12 year olds All Star Sports Sr. All Star Sports Sr. All Star Sports Sr. All Star Sports Sr. All Star Sports Sr. All Star Sports Sr. All Star Sports Sr. All Star Sports Sr. All Star Sports Sr year olds Archery Ultimate Frisbee Archery Soccer Archery Ultimate Frisbee Archery Soccer 8-12 year olds Basketball Basketball Martial Arts Basketball Martial Arts 5-8 year olds Sports Festival Basketball Clinic Sports Festival Sports Festival Sports Festival Sports Festival 9-13 year olds Sports Festival Basketball Clinic Sports Festival Sports Festival Sports Festival Sports Festival TRADITIONAL 5-8 year olds Under the Sea Adventure Awaits TRAVEL/ OUTDOOR TENNIS Captain Y & The Superheroes Dr. Seuss Escape to Dino Land It's a Thingamajig At The Movies Animal Adventures Space Invaders Pirates & Princesses Best of the Best 5-8 year olds Pony Camp Camp Kirkwood Pony Camp Camp Kirkwood Pony Camp Camp Kirkwood Pony Camp Camp Kirkwood Pony Camp 5-8 year olds Junior Travel Junior Travel Junior Travel Junior Travel Junior Travel Junior Travel Junior Travel Junior Travel Junior Travel Junior Travel 8-12 year olds Camp Kirkwood Camp Kirkwood Horseback Riding Camp Kirkwood Horseback Riding Camp Kirkwood Horseback Riding Camp Kirkwood Horseback Riding Camp Kirkwood 8-12 year olds Senior Travel Splash Bash Senior Travel Senior Travel Senior Travel Splash Bash Senior Travel Senior Travel Senior Travel 8-12 year olds Rolling & Bowling Biking Rolling & Bowling year olds Teen Travel Teen Travel Teen Travel Biking (8-12yrs) Teen Travel Teen Travel Teen Travel 4-5 year olds Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots 6-15 year olds 6-15 year olds Outdoor Tennis Outdoor Tennis *No Camp Wednesday, July 4 Outdoor Tennis Outdoor Tennis 8 SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 9

7 AQUATICS CAMPS AQUATICS CAMPS Location: YMCA Arlington Aquatic camps are designed for beginner through intermediate levels. All lifeguards and instructors are certified. Depending on the swim level, activities may include stroke development, basic lifeguard skills, water sports, and traditional camp activities. In addition, campers may spend part of their day participating in land-based activities including group games, sports & fitness, hands-on science, arts & crafts and more! AQUATICS CAMPS AQUATICS CAMP SESSIONS ASSOCIATION RATE A $484 $556 B $484 $556 C* $484 $556 D $484 $556 E $484 $556 PROGRAM RATE MINI AQUATICS SESSIONS ASSOCIATION RATE A $484 $556 B $484 $556 C* $484 $556 D $484 $556 E $484 $556 PROGRAM RATE 10 SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 11

8 ACADEMY DIRECTOR: Nancy Jimenez-Nunez Tom Blakeman GYMNASTICS ACADEMY GYMNASTICS ACADEMY Contact YMCA Woodmont Program Center at for additional information. Learn new skills, make new friends, and have fun in a safe environment. The Gymnastics Training is designed for students entering the beginner through team levels in the fall. GYMNASTICS ACADEMY WE ARE OFFERING YOUR GYMNASTS: Small student-instructor ratio Training and classes in all Olympic events Conditioning Outstanding strength and flexibility classes Classes on routine composition Aerobic warm-ups Ballet & jazz for gymnastics Positive coaching and motivation Professional coaches on staff Fun activities! GYMNASTICS TRAINING ACADEMY Weeks Ages 6 & up, Co-ed Location : YMCA Woodmont Program Center Hours: 9:00am 4:00pm Extended Hours: 7:00am 9:00am $60/$70 4:00pm -6:30pm $70/$80 The YMCA Summer Gymnastics Training is designed to provide a full gymnastics experience at the YMCA Woodmont Gymnastics Training Center located in Arlington, VA. Emphasis is placed on skill development in all four Olympic events. Training is enhanced through dance, trampoline, strength training, nutrition, and sports psychology instruction. Gymnasts will have exclusive use of the state-of-the-art training facility. The facility is fully equipped with AAI equipment and much more. Payment in full is due at the time of registration. AGES 6 & UP 1-10 $350 $ SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 13

9 LEADERSHIP/TEEN LEADERSHIP/ TEEN At the Y, we help youth set and achieve their personal and educational goals. They gain confidence as they recognize the Y as a place where they belong and can feel comfortable exploring new interests and passions. A unique program designed especially for teenagers and a careful balance of program components has been created to foster creativity, adventure, peer interaction, leadership skills, values clarification and friendships that will last a lifetime. LEADERSHIP/TEEN Location: YMCA Arlington LEADERS-IN- TRAINING (LIT) AGES 13 1 $158 $182 2 $158 $182 3 $158 $182 4 $158 $182 5* $158 $182 6 $158 $182 7 $158 $182 8 $158 $182 COUNSELORS-IN- TRAINING (CIT) AGES $158 $182 2 $158 $182 3 $158 $182 4 $158 $182 5* $158 $182 6 $158 $182 7 $158 $182 8 $158 $182 LEADERS-IN-TRAINING The Leaders-in-Training program provides middle and high school youth with opportunities for leadership training and service learning experiences with the goal to create a team of young people that will better serve their community and the Y as they encourage one another to make a positive impact for present and future generations. Leaders-in-Training begin to learn practical leadership skills, participate in team building activities and spend time working hands-on with a group of traditional campers. Combined with traditional camp activities, field trips and more, Leaders-in-Training transition seamlessly from camp to Counselors-in-Training! COUNSELORS-IN-TRAINING Counselors-In-Training is a teen program specifically designed for our future leaders. This program sends your teen through a week of training in working with 5-12 year olds, camp songs, games & crafts and basics in First Aid & CPR. During their week, participants will be assigned to assist our talented day camp staff with the daily operation of the traditional and aquatics camps. This program provides excellent opportunities for these teens to learn hand-on job experience and responsibilities, while still under the supervision of our camp staff team. 14 SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 15

10 SPECIALTY CAMPS SPECIALTY CAMPS Location: Local School Site TBD Part of the day will be spent in your camper s specialty focus. For the rest of the day, all campers will experience a daily dose of other fun, enriching traditional camp activities such as arts and crafts, reading, etc. BEADS & HANDICRAFTS 2 $242 $278 6 $242 $278 DELICIOUS DELIGHTS 1 $242 $278 3 $242 $278 5* $242 $278 7 $242 $278 DUCT TAPE CREATIONS BEADS & HANDICRAFTS Get creative and learn how to make a variety of crafts. Tie-dye a t-shirt, learn what a boondoggle is, and use beads for more than just jewelry (maybe a sun catcher, or to design a creature)! Beads, keychains, gimp and more are just some of the materials you ll use to make creative crafts in this custom camp. DELICIOUS DELIGHTS Campers really get cooking in this introduction to the culinary arts where they learn to create fun things that you can eat! Incorporating cleanliness, nutrition, cooking terms, measuring, helping, creating, sharing and EATING, this camp allows children to become little chefs. From chopping up to cleaning up, it s all food for thought. Parents are invited to the Parent Café each Friday at 3pm to sample their campers creations. DUCT TAPE CREATIONS Roll out the fun with colorful duct tape to make creative handbags, wallets, accessories, and more! GREEN THUMBS UP! Get down and dirty in this green thumb camp. Learn all about plants, seeds, & soil as you watch your organic garden grow. SPECIALTY CAMPS 7 $242 $278 GREEN THUMBS UP! 6 $242 $278 THEATER CAMP Campers will learn all the aspects of theatre from character creation to costumes, and set design to performance. Improvisation, make-up, songs, props, and characterization are just some of the techniques to be practiced. Through creating, writing and performing their own play, campers will gain the self-esteem and confidence to make their Broadway debut. Campers will learn the many different aspects of theatre including the basics of signing, acting, staging and choreography as they work toward a final Friday performance. Parents are invited to the final performance each Friday at 3pm. THEATER 4 $242 $278 8 $242 $278 2 $242 $278 6 $242 $ SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 17

11 GOOP & MAGICAL SOLUTIONS SPECIALTY CAMPS STEM 1 $242 $278 5 $242 $278 9 $242 $278 SENSATIONAL SCIENCES ART SPECIALTY CAMPS 4 $242 $278 8 $242 $278 CRIME SCENE SCIENCE 3 $242 $278 7 $242 $278 ART IN 3D 1 $242 $278 5 $242 $278 3 $242 $278 8 $242 $278 ART IN 3D Put down the crayons and build your next masterpiece in 3-D. Let your imagination soar as you experiment with form and texture using plaster, wire, clay, fabric, Papier-mâché, weaving, homemade play dough and more! PUSHING PAINT This paint explosion of a camp includes instruction in different projects that may include intro to painting, watercolor, glow-in-the-dark paint, painting your pet s portrait, self-portrait, mixed media, discover fingerpainting, sponge dip and other exciting paint possibilities. 2 $242 $278 6 $242 $278 PUSHING PAINT RECYCLING ART Treasure from trash. Shoeboxes, newspaper, paper bags, and more turned into something artistic and fun. GOOP & MAGICAL SOLUTIONS Join us on a wacky adventure through all kinds of cool and crazy chemical reactions. Use chemicals to make slippery slime and watch colors separate before your eyes! Find out how to make volcanoes erupt, what oobleck is, how to make gak and more! Add in messy games and activities, creating a slimy, grimy, goopy and magical experience. SENSATIONAL SCIENCES Join us for some amazing science experiments and cool projects! Learn basic chemistry concepts by making your own colorful t-shirt. Build models or a vortex volcano in a bottle. Everyday offers a new experience for campers to become scientific sleuths learning how to ask bright questions and find right answers. CONSTRUCTION JUNCTION 2 $242 $278 6 $242 $278 3 $242 $278 7 $242 $278 3 $242 $278 7 $242 $278 1 $242 $278 5* $242 $278 9 $242 $278 CRIME SCENE SCIENCE Calling all Crime Science Young Investigators. Perform cool science experiments that will make you feel like you are doing forensic science. CSI games with fingerprint, chromatography, solve a mystery a day with newly acquired skills that real detectives use to make for a summer of excitement. CONSTRUCTION JUNCTION Investigate engineering from inside out. Enjoy taking things apart to see what is inside and discover how they can be put together again. This is a great camp for curious minds that always want to know how things work. SOARING HIGH 4 $242 $278 8 $242 $278 RECYCLING ART 4 $242 $278 8 $242 $278 SOARING HIGH Up, up and away building your own ultimate paper airplane, launching a air powered rocket, designing your own parachute, powering a hot air balloon, all while learning the concepts of lift, thrust, drag and gravity. It s science on high. 1 $242 $278 5 $242 $ SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 19

12 Camps for 5-8 year olds SPORTS / DANCE BALLET 5* $231 $266 8 $231 $266 DECK HOCKEY 1 $231 $266 6 $231 $266 FLAG FOOTBALL SOCCER 3 $231 $266 5* $231 $266 8 $231 $266 SPORTS / DANCE SPORTS/DANCE Location: Local School Site TBD These camps offer a fun-filled sports environment with an emphasis on team work, sportsmanship, and basic fundamentals. Part of the day will be spent on your camper s sport focus where they will focus on stretching, warm-ups, skill and drills, educational games, and scrimmages. For the rest of the day, campers will experience all the other great activities the YMCA has to offer. Campers will create their next masterpiece in arts and crafts, explore nature and science, and so much more. This is a great way for campers to add even more variety into their summer camp experience for your future All-American athlete. BASKETBALL 2 $231 $266 5 $231 $266 8 $231 $266 CHEERLEADING 1 $231 $266 4 $231 $266 7 $231 $266 1 $231 $266 4 $231 $266 7 $231 $266 GOLF 4 $231 $266 7 $231 $266 Camps for 8-12 year olds ARCHERY 1 $231 $266 3 $231 $266 5* $231 $266 7 $231 $266 MARTIAL ARTS CAMP 5* $231 $266 8 $231 $266 SOCCER STREET JAM 3 $231 $266 6 $231 $266 T-BALL 3 $231 $266 6 $231 $266 ALL STAR SPORTS JR. 1-9 $231 $266 ALL STAR SPORTS SR. 1-9 $231 $266 ULTIMATE FRISBEE BASKETBALL 4 $231 $266 8 $231 $266 2 $231 $266 6 $231 $266 1 $231 $266 4 $231 $266 7 $231 $ SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 21

13 YMCA ARLINGTON SPORTS FESTIVAL CAMP 2018 SPORTS / DANCE SPORTS FESTIVAL Do you have an active child with energy to spare? Sports Festival provides an exciting and structured introduction to individual and team sports. This fast-paced camp includes stretching and warm-up, skills clinics, drills, competitions, and intramural tournaments. Specific camp weeks concentrate on the fundamentals of specific sports, so be sure to match your camper with the right sport and session. SPORTS FESTIVAL Basketball, Flag Football & Swimming SPORTS / DANCE CAMP 2 $231 $266 AGES 9-13 Soccer, Flag Football & Swimming 7 $231 $266 Location: Wakefield High School 2 $231 $266 Soccer, Softball/Wiffleball & Swimming AGES $231 $266 4 $231 $266 AGES $231 $266 BASKETBALL CLINIC Campers will learn the fundamentals of basketball in a fun environment. Each day campers will participate in skill development, lead-up games, competitions and games. The purpose of the camp is to provide fun-filled weeks of basketball, teaching offensive skills, defensive techniques and individual play within the framework of a team concept Softball/Wiffleball, Flag Football & Swimming 5 $231 $266 AGES $231 $266 3 $231 $266 AGES $231 $266 5 will have the opportunity to attend the YMCA of Convention on July 26, Regular camp activities Flag Football, Basketball & Swimming 6 $231 $266 AGES $231 $ SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 23

14 TRADITIONAL CAMPS TRADITIONAL CAMPS Location: YMCA Arlington Traditional Day Camps offer theme-based enriching activities, group games, sports & fitness activities, hands-on science activities, arts & crafts, music, swimming and possible field trips all wrapped around the theme. UNDER THE SEA MINI $210 $242 ADVENTURE AWAITS 1 $210 $242 CAPTAIN Y AND THE SUPER HEROES 2 $210 $242 DR. SEUSS 3 $210 $242 IT S A THINGAMAJIG 5 $210 $242 AT THE MOVIES 6 $210 $242 ANIMAL ADVENTURES 7 $210 $242 SPACE INVADERS PIRATES AND PRINCESSES 9 $210 $242 BEST OF THE BEST 10 $210 $242 TRADITIONAL CAMPS ESCAPE TO DINO LAND 8 $210 $242 4 $210 $ SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 25

15 TRAVEL / OUTDOOR BIKING CAMP Participants must supply their own bike and safety equipment. Spend time learning some basic bike maintenance before exploring the many bike paths and parks of Arlington. Combined with an outdoor adventure camp setting, the remainder of each day may include swimming, hiking, parks and playgrounds for group games, sports or craft activities. 2 $242 $278 6 $242 $278 TRAVEL / OUTDOOR ROLLING AND BOWLING 2 $294 $339 6 $294 $339 TRAVEL/ OUTDOOR CAMPS The Washington area has some of the most breathtaking sites, monuments and museums in the nation! Some camps include energetic and fun activities that will keep your camper moving and see what the Washington area has to offer. SPLASH BASH 3 $294 $339 7 $294 $339 JUNIOR TRAVEL A hybrid traditional/travel camp for our youngest campers have our kids on the move as they enjoy, age-appropriate excursions to local areas of interest and excitement! Day trips are mixed with fun typical camp activities to provide a well-rounded experience to remember! 1-10 $294 $339 5 will have the opportunity to attend the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington s Thingamajig Invention will be altered for that day. SENIOR TRAVEL Campers get moving as they enjoy daily, age-appropriate excursions to local areas of interest and excitement. Various field trips throughout the week provide an experience to remember! Weekly schedule will be provided in the week prior to the camp or may be collected at drop off. 1 $294 $339 4 $294 $339 5* $294 $339 6 $294 $339 8 $294 $339 9 $294 $ $294 $339 5 will have the opportunity to attend the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington s Thingamajig Invention will be altered for that day. 26 SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 27

16 TRAVEL / OUTDOOR EQUESTRIAN CAMPS TRAVEL / OUTDOOR TEEN TRAVEL Designed especially for teenagers, each week is jam packed with activities that will stimulate their minds, offer opportunities to grow as individuals and travel to local areas of interest and excitement. Various field trips throughout the week provide an unforgettable summer filled with fun, learning and making new friends! AGES $294 $339 3 $294 $339 5* $294 $339 7 $294 $339 9 $294 $ $294 $339 5 will have the opportunity to attend the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington s Thingamajig Invention Convention on July 26, Regular camp activities KIRKWOOD OUTDOOR CAMP Camp Kirkwood offers a special emphasis on outdoor recreation, reconnecting kids with nature and bringing back a sense of adventure to the outdoor experience. Campers will experience fun and exciting outdoor activities that may include team building, low ropes, water activities, hiking, sports, nature crafts, fishing, archery, rock climbing, nature centers, outdoor cooking, storytelling and more. Please note that while we try incorporate as many of these activities as we can in a week, each week will vary with the activities offered. 2 $294 $339 4 $294 $339 6 $294 $339 8 $294 $339 MINI $294 $339 1 $294 $339 3 $294 $339 5* $294 $339 7 $294 $339 9 $294 $339 5 will have the opportunity to attend the YMCA of Convention on July 26, Regular camp activities PONY CAMP An introduction to riding basics, horse care, and responsibility taught in a safe and fun environment! Campers will go to the stables for 2 hours each day to learn what it s like to own and ride their own horse. Riders will learn basic horse care skills, such as grooming, hoof cleaning, tack care, barn chores, and how to maintain the well-being of horses, while learning to be safe around the barn. The emphasis of this camp is on safety and respect for the horse and his care. Campers will ride each day and learn basic position on the horse, including steering and control with individual attention while riding. As an introductory camp, the riding is taught by an experienced instructor with riders on the horse one at a time. The instructor stays with the child while on the horse and helps him/her maintain proper position while guiding the horse. Campers are organized into groups of no more than 6 and rotate through four 30 minute stations: grooming, riding, horse chores and a craft activity teaching horse care. Please wear the following: Long pants, sturdy boots (or sneakers) and a riding helmet. Riders may borrow a helmet from the stables if they don t have one. Additional registration form and waiver form is required for all campers participating in Pony Camp! Combined with an outdoor adventure camp setting, the remainder of each day may include swimming, hiking, parks and playgrounds for group games, sports or craft activities. 1 $420 $484 3 $420 $484 5* $420 $484 7 $420 $484 9 $420 $484 5 will have the opportunity to attend the YMCA of Convention on July 26, Regular camp activities HORSEBACK RIDING An introduction to riding basics, horse care, and responsibility taught in a safe and fun environment! Campers will go to the stables for 2½ hours each day to learn what it s like to care for and ride their own horse. Riders will learn basic horse care skills, such as grooming, hoof cleaning, tack care, barn chores, and how to maintain the well-being of horses, while learning to be safe around the barn. The emphasis of this camp is on safety and respect for the horse and his care. Campers will ride each day and beginners will learn basic position on the horse, to walk, halt, trot posting and sitting, and control the direction of their horse. Based on experience; intermediate and advanced riders will improve their skills and learn more difficult movements. Campers will be split into 2 groups and while not riding, campers will participate in various horsemanship lessons and fun activities that may include: bathing, grooming, feedings, scavenger hunts, horse jeopardy, painting horseshoes and more. Please wear the following: Long pants, sturdy boots (or sneakers) and a riding helmet. Riders may borrow a helmet from the stables if they don t have one. Additional registration form and waiver form is required for all campers participating in Horseback Riding Camp! Combined with an outdoor adventure camp setting, the remainder of each day may include swimming, hiking, parks and playgrounds for group games, sports or craft activities. 2 $420 $484 4 $420 $484 6 $420 $484 8 $420 $ SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 29

17 TENNIS ACADEMY YMCA ARLINGTON TENNIS ACADEMY ACADEMY DIRECTOR: Coach Mehdi Garma Contact YMCA Arlington Tennis & Squash Center at for additional specific information. TENNIS ACADEMY YMCA SUMMER TENNIS CAMP Provided by 4 Star Tennis The 4 Star Tennis was founded by Bob Pass at the Four Seasons Tennis Club in In 2008, the organization expanded into Maryland at The Bullis School. So far, over 400 of 4 Star s graduates have gone on to play in college (including 23 for the University of Virginia and 36 for Ivy League Universities) and several have competed on the pro tour (including in the Grand Slam events). In support of working at the YMCA Arlington Tennis & Squash Center, the 4 Star Tennis of Virginia was formed to lead junior and adult programs under the direction of Senior Pros Mehdi Garma and Steve Martin. ACADEMY OBJECTIVES: Develop skills at an early age. Provide a recreational outlet for young people who do not wish to participate in contact sports. Ensure proficiency in basic through advanced strokes and drills. Focus on safety, courtesy and sportsmanship. Have FUN! INDOOR JUNIOR TENNIS ACADEMY Location: YMCA Arlington Tennis & Squash Center Weeks 1-10 Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm Extended Hours: 7:00am-9:00am & 4:00pm-6:30pm Extended Hours Fees (per week): Before Care: $40 Full member; $45 Program member After Care: $50 Full member; $55 Program member AGES 5-16 WEEKS FULL MEMBER RATE PROGRAM RATE 1, 2*, 3-10 $400 $425 * Camp will be closed on July 4 th. OUTDOOR JUNIOR TENNIS ACADEMY Location: Bluemont Park (Tennis Courts) 601 N Manchester Street, Arlington, VA Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm Extended Hours: 7:00am-9:00am & 3:00pm-6:30pm Extended Hours Fees (per week): Before Care: $40 Full member; $45 Program member After Care: $55 Full member; $60 Program member AGES 5-14 WEEKS FULL MEMBER RATE PROGRAM RATE 1, 2*, 4, 6 $300 $325 * No outdoor camp on July 4 th. TINY TOTS Location: Bluemont Park (Tennis Courts) 601 N Manchester Street, Arlington, VA Before Care: 7:00am-9:00am Hours: 9:00am-12:00pm AGES 4-5 WEEKS FULL MEMBER RATE PROGRAM RATE 1, 2*, 4, 6 $220 $240 * No outdoor camp on July 4 th. ABOUT YMCA TENNIS CAMP Our number one priority is to ensure your child has fun, makes new friends, and learns the lifetime sport of tennis. Your child will learn the fundamentals of the game through drills, games, and competition adapted to age and skill level. Our camp emphasizes sportsmanship, safety, skill development, and strategy. We look forward to meeting your child this summer! Staff to participant ratio is 1:6. 30 SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 31

18 YMCA THINGAMAJIG INVENTION CONVENTION CAMP LETTS FOR OVER 100 YEARS, CAMP LETTS HAS BEEN THE SUMMER PLAYGROUND FOR CAMPERS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD. EACH DAY AT CAMP YOU WILL EXPERIENCE SOMETHING NEW: A NEW ACTIVITY, A NEW FRIEND, A NEW CHALLENGE. WHATEVER IT IS, WE KNOW THAT EACH NEW THING YOU DISCOVER WILL BE MORE EXCITING THAN YESTERDAY S. CAMP LETTS JULY 26, 2018 The Show Place Arena in Prince George s County, Upper Marlboro, Maryland Early Arrival and Late Pick-Up Required HOW DO WE KNOW? BECAUSE EVERY YEAR HUNDREDS OF CAMPERS TELL US THAT THEY DISCOVERED SOMETHING NEW AND CREATED GREAT MEMORIES AT CAMP LETTS CAMP IS ALL ABOUT ADVENTURE. HOW ABOUT AN ADVENTURE THAT TAKES YOU INTO THE FUTURE? That s what happens at the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington s Annual THINGAMAJIG Invention Convention! During the final week in July, Day Campers have an opportunity to compete for prizes in the THINGAMAJIG Invention Challenges by creating inventions that will revolutionize tomorrow. Day Campers will then have the opportunity to attend Thingamajig, a full day of fun, excitement, hands-on science, technology, invention, physical challenges and a whole lot more. They can take part in the THINGAMAJIG Presidential Team Challenge, an onsite event that tasks teams of young people to create and compete in an on-the-spot invention challenge. There is a huge physical fitness playground and obstacle course; a healthy Children s Organic Garden; a Junkyard Fashion Show, a talent show and many more activities planned to keep children engaged in a full day of fun. IMAGINE, BUILD AND GET INSPIRED AT OUR 24TH ANNUAL THINGAMAJIG INVENTION CONVENTION! 14 YMCA CAMP LETTS Summer ACTIVITIES FAIR Overnight Camp starts on Sunday between 1:00pm and 3:00pm. During your first evening, you will attend the Activities Fair. Here, you will choose the activities that will become your morning schedule for the rest of the week. MEALS Have you seen anyone join The Order of the Oar? Have you ever eaten hands free cake on Super Hero Monday? Or nearly forgotten to eat* because lunch time suddenly became an impromptu dance party? It s almost impossible to describe the noise and fun of meal times. Three times a day, your cabin will shout and sing as you try to outperform your rival cabins, all of whom are competing for extra points towards the Crew Cup, all while eating food that seems too good to be camp food. Many meals have themes so make sure you pack something pink, a pair of knee high socks, and a tie-dye t-shirt. *Don t worry, our staff will make sure you don t forget to eat! 32 SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 33

19 CAMP LETTS CAMP LETTS OVERNIGHT CAMP AGES 6-16 At Camp Letts we have 3 goals for every camper: try something new, make a new friend, and have fun! We believe if a camper can do the first two, having fun is guaranteed. MORNING ACTIVITIES Your three morning activities are your chance to acquire and master a new skill. So try not to choose something you do every day; pick something different and you might discover a talent you never knew you had. Programs are instructed by our diverse staff. Selected from all over the world for their experience and expertise, they will help you learn, grow and have the time of your life. In fact our great staff is the reason many campers come back year after year. AFTERNOON CABIN AND CREW ACTIVITIES The afternoons are your chance to explore all that camp has to offer. After Siesta, you will go to activity period 4. Every day you will be able to do something different. The rest of the afternoon is spent in Cabin and Crew activities. You will meet back up with your cabin and catch up on your morning activities before doing activities together as a group. Only time and imagination limit what you and your bunk mates can achieve. It might be jewelry making in arts and crafts, kayaking on the river, building shelters in the woods or exploring Monster Island. The afternoon s activities at Camp are designed to be fun and recreational, and an opportunity to get to know your bunk mates. CAMP LETTS CAMPS ALSO INCLUDE: Equestrian Sailing Canoeing and Kayaking Water Skiing Zip Line Paintball Archery High Adventures And much more! EVENING ACTIVITY When the sun starts to set, Camp comes alive. We hold a camp-wide activity or game each night, which ties in to the weekly theme. It also uses as many parts of camp as we can, so you really get a chance to explore. Evening games help your crew earn points towards the Crew Cup. FRIENDSHIP TRY OUT OVERNIGHT CAMP AGES 6-8 Specially designed for first time campers, this two night, three day stay at camp is a great way to explore all of the fun we have to offer. Let your counselors take you and your bunkmates on a tour of just about everything we do. Canoe, kayak or sail the Rhode River, try a pony ride, learn a new sport and design a masterpiece in Arts and Crafts. We ll take you sea-sledding, for a polar bear plunge at the pool, teach you campfire songs, reveal the secret of making the perfect s more; all this while you make great new friends! 34 SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 35

20 YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS AT YMCA ARLINGTON YMCA BRANCH LOCATIONS BIRTHDAY PARTY Birthday parties at the Y are a great way for your toddlers, children and teens to celebrate their special day and create lasting memories with their family and friends. We provide a dynamic and engaging day with a variety of activities and we handle all the elements of the party. GYMNASTICS Gymnastics programs at YMCA Arlington range from classes to competitive team. Learn and refine basic skills, improve your balance and coordination while gaining selfesteem. Practice your pull-over bars, side handstand, beam routines, cartwheels and more. Classes are offered for one year olds through 5th grade while teams allow gymnasts to continue to develop skills. SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE School age child care programs offer theme-based activities and lessons which may include arts & crafts, movement activities, science, outside time, field trips, swimming and more. Participants 5 years old through 5th grade will enjoy a fun, relaxed atmosphere where we focus on development, safety and fun. YOUTH SPORTS Youth sports programs at YMCA Arlington offer a variety of opportunities for your child. Whether your superstar is interested in t-ball/baseball, basketball, flag football, running, hockey, lacrosse, soccer (or many more), our classes focus on teamwork, sportsmanship and basic fundamentals. All skill levels welcome! Classes cover stretching and warm-ups, common aspects of the game like throwing and catching, practice drills and fun-filled games VIRGINIA DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA BRANCHES YMCA ANTHONY BOWEN 1325 W Street, NW Washington, DC YMCA CALOMIRIS PROGRAM CENTER 1906 Allison Street, NE Washington, DC YMCA CAPITAL VIEW 2118 Ridgecrest Court, SE Washington, DC DC MARYLAND BRANCHES MARYLAND YMCA AYRLAWN PROGRAM CENTER 5650 Oakmont Avenue Bethesda, MD YMCA BETHESDA-CHEVY CHASE 9401 Old Georgetown Road Bethesda, MD YMCA CAMP LETTS P.O. Box Camp Letts Road Edgewater, MD or YMCA PRINCE GEORGE S COUNTY 6600 Laurel-Bowie Road Bowie, MD YMCA SILVER SPRING 9800 Hastings Drive Silver Spring, MD VIRGINIA BRANCHES YMCA ALEXANDRIA 420 East Monroe Avenue Alexandria, VA YMCA ARLINGTON th Street North Arlington, VA YMCA ARLINGTON TENNIS & SQUASH CENTER th Street North Arlington, VA YMCA FAIRFAX COUNTY RESTON Sunset Hills Road Reston, VA YMCA LOUDOUN COUNTY (Administrative Offices) 26 B Fairfax Street, SE Leesburg, VA YMCA WOODMONT PROGRAM CENTER 2422 North Fillmore Street Arlington, VA SUMMER CAMP 2018 YMCA of Metropolitan Washington YMCA ymcadc.org YMCA ARLINGTON 37