REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 1. Best Summer Ever. Summer Camps REGIONAL YMCA OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT

REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 1 Best Summer Ever Summer Camps REGIONAL YMCA OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT

REGIONAL YMCA OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT Summer Camps Brookfield YMCA Camp Greenknoll page 1 Gators Camp Swim Team page 5 Summer Club at Greenknoll page 6 Bethel Summer Club at Grassy Plain page 9 Danbury ESCAPE to the Arts page 12 Registration opens MARCH 1, 2019 For registration info, please visit www.regionalymca.org/programs/camps Register early to make sure your child has the BEST SUMMER EVER! * Financial Assistance Applications due by April 30 th

WHAT S UNIQUE ABOUT A REGIONAL Y SUMMER CAMP? Summertime at the Y focuses on the three key areas that inspire healthy youth development: achievement, relationships and belonging. At a YMCA Camp, children are nurtured and celebrated, resulting in the BEST SUMMER EVER.

YMCA Camp Greenknoll 2 Huckleberry Hill Road, Brookfield Contact: Sean Turner, Director E: sturner@regionalymca.org P: 203.775.4444 x103 P: 203.775.9363 (After May 29 th ) F: 203.740.9289 YMCA Camp Greenknoll is more than just a day camp; we are a facility that offers campers ages 3-15 years a place where they can be themselves. We give our campers the chance to build confidence through skill building activities, positive developmental experiences and encouraging them to forge bonds with each other and staff. Campers experience a sense of achievement through opportunities in the outdoors and are welcomed to a physically and emotionally safe and stimulating environment. Here at YMCA Camp Greenknoll we raise the B.A.R. with our commitment to Belonging, Achieving goals and Relationship building. Our campers are able to explore creativity, team work and leadership in a wide range of physical activities that influence lifelong healthy living. They have the opportunity to enjoy an outdoor environment where they develop an appreciation of nature. Campers also participate in a variety of activities, including instructional swim, enrichment, STEAM, art education and others that are designed to build confidence and teach teamwork. Y-USA s new swim structure is designed with a skill-based approach to help children become independent in the water and build confidence. At YMCA Camp Greenknoll we don t just have fun, we make memories! Weekly Sessions Week 1 June 24 Week 6 July 29 Week 2 July 1* (closed 7/4) Week 7 August 5 Week 3 July 8 Week 8 August 12 Week 4 July 15 Week 9 August 19 Week 5 July 22 Ages Hours and Fees 3-15 years (children must be must be toilet trained) $20 registration fee and first week payment due at time of registration Traditional Day Camp 9:00am 4:00pm $280 week (July 1 st week = $224; closed July 4 th ) Pre and Post Camp Care Opens 7:00am / Closes 6:00pm NO ADDITIONAL FEE Multiple child discount Financial Assistance available (applications must be received by April 30 th ) Snack provided Master Card, Discover, Amex, Visa, and debit cards accepted for your convenience Fun Camper s choice activities (for older campers) Large group games Instructional swim Recreational swim Fun Day Fridays Team building Nature activities Opening and closing ceremonies Mid-day assembly Art STEAM Enrichment page 1

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Fun Day Friday Themes Week Date Theme Description Week 1 6/24 Under the Sea Come explore with us as we explore the ocean in our Under the Sea week. Learn about sea creatures, command the sea or save your tribe from a shipwreck. On Friday come dressed as a sea creature, a scuba diver, a mermaid or a pirate- whatever floats your boat! Week 2 7/1 Party at the Y Let s party at Camp Greenknoll for our party at the Y week. Play backyard games, enjoy some friendly competition and show your patriotic flare as we celebrate Independence Day! Week 3 7/8 Super Hero Grab your capes and masks and join the call for superheroes at Camp Greenknoll! Fight villains, sneak your way through obstacles and save the day at our superhero week. Be sure to remember your crime fighting outfit for dress up on Fun Friday! Week 4 7/15 Carnival Step right up! Come one, come all! Come to camp and have a ball! It s carnival week at Greenknoll; play games, win prizes but most importantly-have fun & make memories with friends! Week 5 7/22 Water Wars Water balloon fights, sponge relays, sprinklers-come fight the heat at Camp Greenknoll s water wars. The week will be spent playing various water games and end with a massive water war. But watch out, your friends may become your rivals when it comes to water- prepare to get soaked! Week 6 7/29 Color Wars One of the most anticipated weeks of the summer, come join as us at Camp Greenknoll for our annual Red vs. Blue color wars! Last year red stole back the trophy in a celebrated upset. Can blue team be stronger this year to reclaim the trophy or will red continue to be reigning champs? It all depends on you! Week 7 8/5 Camp Show A week of song, dance, memories and hilarious outtakes. Come to our camper show week as each tribe creates its own unique performance to present to camp & families on Friday. Rain didn t stop the awesomeness last year! Week 8 8/12 Olympics Sean has been training all year in preparation for Greenknoll s return of Olympics games. Do you think you ve got what it takes to compete, or even win the gold? Come find out! Week 9 8/19 Luau The end of the summer send off- come celebrate the last the summer days in our Luau. Limbo, sing and dance with friends, slide down a giant water slide, but don t forget to say your goodbyes! page 3

Counselor in Training (CIT) Program Our counselor in training program is focused on developing strong leaders through discussion, observation and supervised child interaction. This is a program for 14 and 15 years olds serious about working with children and improving their leadership skills. CITs learn the value of teamwork, community service and decision-making through activities and mentoring. The most important part of the CIT program is the hands on experience they will have working with campers while being guided by the CIT Coordinator. Candidates are required to fill out a CIT application. Once the application is received an interview will be scheduled. CITs will have the opportunity to attend field trips. Field Trips will focus on building confidence, team work and fun. The CIT program will be limited to 25 CITS PER WEEK. Counselor in Training (CIT) $200 week (Week 2, July 1st = $160; closed July 4th) page 4

Greenknoll Gators 2 Huckleberry Hill Road, Brookfield Contact: Sarah Basile, Head Developmental Age Group Coach E: sbasile@regionalymca.org P: 203.775.1077 The Greenknoll Gators Camp Swim Team is a great opportunity for YMCA campers to strengthen their swimming skills in a fun environment. Each week, swimmers work on developing stroke techniques and water safety. Plus, campers now have the chance to show their skills at the end of summer Stateline League Competition! The Gators will be led by members of the Mako Swim Club coaching staff and will swim from 4:00-5:00pm in the outdoor pool Monday - Thursday. Sessions Gator Season Ages 6-16 years (children must have completed Kindergarten) Can swim 25yards without stopping Hours and Fees June 24 - August 1* (closed 7/4) Full session payment due at time of registration Master Card, Discover, Amex, Visa, and debit cards accepted for your convenience Gator Season 4:00pm 5:00pm page 5 $75

YMCA Summer Club at Greenknoll 60 Old New Milford Road, Brookfield (right next to the YMCA facility) Contact: Sean Turner, Director E: sturner@regionalymca.org P: 203.775.4444 x103 P: 203.775.9363 (After May 29 th ) F: 203.740.9289 The Summer Club at Greenknoll is an alternative camp experience offering both indoor and outdoor activities. Indoors, children have the opportunity to play board games, computer games, stay out of the sun and stay cool in our air-conditioned space. Children also have the space for small groups and individual play. Outdoors, children have the opportunity to participate in different activities such as ropes courses and team building (age requirements), music and nature, as well as use of the playground, sand, outdoor pool, and gaga pit. Children at Summer Club will also participate in YMCA Camp Greenknoll Fun Day Friday activities. The Summer Club at Greenknoll will also take field trips to several off-site locations, like Lake Compounce and Splash Down Beach, in addition to participating in several in-house field trip programs that provide workshops at our facility. Swimming Each Monday children are tested and placed in the appropriate swim level. During the week children are taught appropriately. At the end of the week children are retested, some children may remain at their level and some may up move up to the next level. Swim is offered twice per day, morning is instructional and afternoon is recreational. Some children, regardless of age may require a life vest. Life vests are given to campers based on their swimming ability, and in some cases their height. It is at the discretion of the Aquatic staff. Swim Instruction is taught by Red Cross Certified instructors. Field Trips Field trips include both off-site field trips, like Lake Compounce and Splash Down Beach, as well as in-house field trips where organizations like MadScience and the ClayPen come to our facility to provide interactive workshops and learning activities. Weekly Sessions Week 1 June 24 Week 5 July 22 Week 2 July 1* (closed 7/4) Week 6 July 29 Week 3 July 8 Week 7 August 5 Week 4 July 15 Week 8 August 12 Ages Hours and Fees 5-12 years (children must have completed Kindergarten) $20 registration fee and first week payment due at time of registration Full Session 7:00am 6:00pm $295 week - includes field trips (July 1 st week = $236; closed July 4 th ) Multiple child discount Financial Assistance available (applications must be received by April 30th) Snack provided Master Card, Discover, Amex, Visa, and debit cards accepted for your convenience Care 4 Kids accepted page 6

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YMCA Summer Club at Grassy Plain YMCA Children s Center 57 Grassy Plain Street, Bethel Contact: Mary Stevens, Director E: mstevens@regionalymca.org P: 203.744.4890 F: 203.731.3215 Is your child ready for the BEST SUMMER EVER? At Grassy Plain Summer Club, summer is the time for ADVENTURE, EXPLORATION and FUN! Our FABulous program centers on three areas proven to impact kids development: Friendship, Accomplishment and Belonging. Our highly trained staff helps campers ages 5-12 realize that the Y is a place where they belong and can be themselves while trying new things, building new skills and making new friends. Campers are encouraged to pursue their interests through daily activities and theme weeks culminating with an in-house special enrichment program or some other type of amusement! There are opportunities to connect with nature and spend time outside being physically active participating in experiences that influence lifelong healthy habits and also opportunities to keep skills fresh all summer long with fun, engaging literacy and math activities. There are opportunities to foster campers creative abilities such as Art, Drama and Writing and ones to inspire wonder and ignite creativity through weekly STEAM projects. But most importantly, there are opportunities to reconnect with the simple joys of being a kid: Swimming, Laughing, Singing, Dancing, Crafting, Exploring, Swinging, Sliding, Playing and more! At Grassy Plain Summer Club, the recreational and educational activities offered daily nurture the potential in every camper, building self esteem, leadership skills, lasting friendships and treasured memories. Be a part of our community! Sign up for one week or all of them; either way your child will have THE BEST SUMMER EVER! Weekly Sessions Week 1 June 17 Week 6 July 22 Week 2 June 24 Week 7 July 29 Week 3 July 1* (closed 7/4) Week 8 August 5 Week 4 July 8 Week 9 August 12 Week 5 July 15 **Weekly session dates are subject to change based on when schools close for summer and open up for fall Ages 5-12 years (children must have completed Kindergarten) Hours and Fees $280 deposit (for last week of camp) $35 registration fee and cost of activities due at time of registration. July 1 st week = $224; closed July 4 th Regular Full Day 9:00am 4:00pm $280 week (plus cost for in-house activities, cash only) Pre and Post Camp Care Opens 7:00am / Closes 6:30pm NO ADDITIONAL FEE Tuition Payments are due each Friday for the following week of camp and will be AUTOMATICALLY CHARGED each week to the credit card or checking account you provide us at time of registration. Multiple child discount Care 4 Kids accepted Master Card, Discover, Amex, Visa, and debit cards accepted for your convenience page 9

Fun State Licensed year round Center equipped with air conditioning Spacious classrooms/two large playgrounds & large field Recreational swim twice per week Gardening Program with Friday Vegetable Stand Fun Camp Days like a Jell-O Eating Contest, Dress-up Days & Super Soaker Day Focus on fitness/nutrition Literacy and math games/activities Engaging STEAM projects Arts and crafts In-house activities or field trip every Friday! Two healthy snacks provided each day page 10

Fun Day Friday Themes Week Date Theme Description Week 1 6/17 Protectors of Get out your capes and tiaras and get ready to protect the Y Universe! the Universe We will have a visit from various local superheroes and write letters to the military and other superheroes! On Friday, we will participate in a special Ninja Warrior Junior Course. Week 2 6/24 Welcome to the Officially kicking off our camp will be a week spent working together Hidden Temple to complete various challenges and games. Join the Purple Parrots, Red Jaguars, Green Monkeys, Silver Snakes & Blue Barracudas as they guide us through the Legends of the Hidden Temple. To finish off our week, we will be doing a special inflatable obstacle course! Week 3 7/1 Holiday Hoopla Instead of only celebrating America s Birthday this week, we will celebrate Valentine s Day, Friendsgiving & New Years as well! All week we will celebrate holidays from all around the year. On Friday, join us for the famous Patriotic Barbeque and lawn games! Week 4 7/8 Cosmic Carnival Step right up to our week of all things cosmic and all things carnival! We will combine space themes with carnival themes and have a COSMIC CARNIVAL at the end of the week with games and treats. Our Camp Carnival is sure to be out of this world. Week 5 7/15 Magic of Science Throughout this week we will do various magical science experiments. We will uncover the secrets behind how things work! On Friday, we will all be WOWED by a wonderful magic show. Week 6 7/22 Game On Let s get ready to rumble! During this week, campers will train all week for the main event! We will learn about different sports and from around the world (including America), and bring the Olympics right here to the Y. On Friday, we will have GIANT board games and a moon bounce. Don t forget to bring your team spirit! Week 7 7/29 Just Keep Swimming Dive into this fun week with some beach and water themed activities. Activities include Super Soaker Day, a water balloon toss and on Friday we will have one of our camp favorites: the inflatable waterslide! Week 8 8/5 Camp Casting Call Welcome to the YMCA Walk of Fame! We will cook, do trivia, tackle challenging math problems, sing, dance, juggle and anything else that our campers have a talent for! On Friday, we will take a trip to the movie theaters and have a camp-wide talent show! Week 9 8/12 Color Games Everybody loves a little friendly competition! Bring your team pride to camp this week as we earn points for our group. Wear your group s color all week and show your spirit! We will be closing out the summer with a BURST of color. page 11

ESCAPE to the Arts Summer Programs 293 Main Street, Danbury Contact: Bill McNamara, Director E: wmcnamara@regionalymca.org P: 203.794.1413 F: 203.207.5554 The YMCA s ESCAPE to the Arts Summer Program enables children to explore creativity, learn artistic technique, discover the value of teamwork and build self esteem. We provide a fun summer learning experience through the arts with a variety of week-long programs. Camp Season July 8 - August 23 Half Day Option 4-12 years Regular Half Day 9:00am 11:30am ESCAPE $150 week Camper s choosing the half day option will take part in the activities at ESCAPE until 11:30am. Master Card, Discover, Amex, Visa, and debit cards accepted for your convenience Full Day Option 6-12 years Regular Full Day Greenknoll Post Camp Care 9:00am 11:30am ESCAPE / 12:00pm 4:00pm Camp Greenknoll $285 week 4:00pm - 6:00pm NO ADDITIONAL FEE Camper s choosing the full day option will take part in the activities at ESCAPE until 11:30am. Then they will take the YMCA van from ESCAPE to Camp Greenknoll in Brookfield to eat lunch, swim and enjoy outdoor activities. Parents must pick up their child from Camp Greenknoll. Limited spaces available. Additional paperwork is required. Master Card, Discover, Amex, Visa, and debit cards accepted for your convenience page 12

The Art Explorers and Art Specialists themes/topics are samples from previous years. The 2019 theme will be available March 1st. Art Explorers 4-7 years 7/8 The Mighty Jungle 7/15 Land & Sea 7/22 Magical Art Adventures 7/29 8/5 8/12 8/19 Under the Big Top Artful Antics-Anything Goes! Art Around the World Famous Artists Children will explore different themes each week, creating works in a variety of media (clay, drawing, painting, paper). Projects incorporate educational enrichment with the arts. Families are invited to a mini art show at 11:15am each Friday Course content is subject to instructor availability Art Specialists 8-12 years 7/8 Cartooning / Paper Crafts 8/5 Printmaking / Painting 7/15 Painting / Mosaics 8/12 Pottery / Photography / Drawing 7/22 Cartooning / Jewelry Making Cartooning / Pottery / Photography 7/29 8/19 Photography / Drawing Each week children will focus on a specialty area in the arts to enhance or learn a new skill. Families are invited to a mini art show at 11:15am each Friday Course content is subject to instructor availability page 13

OUR BEST SUMMER MEMORIES Archery to art, gardening to GaGa, slides to swimming at our Regional Y day camps your kids will create lifelong memories, all in a safe, inclusive environment. Whatever you re seeking, you are certain to find the right camp for you and your family. At a YMCA Camp, children are nurtured and celebrated, resulting in the BEST SUMMER EVER.

REGIONAL YMCA OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT SUMMER CAMPS regionalymca.org Greenknoll Branch YMCA Children s Center ESCAPE to the Arts 2 Huckleberry Hill Road 57 Grassy Plain Street 293 Main Street Brookfield, CT 06804 Bethel, CT 06801 Danbury, CT 06810 203 775 4444 203 744 4890 203 794 1413