Summer Camp 2019 Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA THE SUMMER OF DISCOVERY explore engage create imagine play
WELCOME TO CAMP! We offer a wide array of summer camp options to meet every camper s needs. All of our camps are designed to make summer fun, exciting, and safe while focusing on the Y s values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Navigate quickly by using links below: Preschool Traditional Specialty Sports Teens Registration SESSIONS DATES Kick-Off: May 23 & 24 Session 1: May 28 - May 31* Session 2: June 3 - June 7 Session 3: June 10 - June 14 Session 4: June 17 - June 21 Session 5: June 24 - June 28 Session 6: July 1 - July 5* Session 7: July 8 - July 12 Session 8: July 15 - July 19 Session 9: July 22 - July 26 Session 10: July 29 - August 2 *No camps May 27 or July 4
PRESCHOOL CAMP Half-Day Preschool Camps for ages 4-6 Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm MEM: $100 PRO: $120 Little Picassos Camp: This camp gives our youngest campers an introduction to art, campers will learn basic art disciplines such as painting, sketching, coloring and more. Sessions 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 & 9 Jr. Sports Camp: Campers will have the opportunity to increase motor skills through sports. They will also learn the basics of soccer, basketball, t-ball, and other sports. Sessions 1, 4, 7 & 10
TRADITIONAL CAMP Full-Day & Half-Day Traditional Camps for ages 5-12 Offered All Sessions Monday Friday Explorers ages 5-6 Voyagers ages 7-8 Pathfinders ages 9-10 Trailblazers ages 11-12 Full-Day Traditional Camp at the Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center (CREEC): Your child has the exciting opportunity to interact with National Park Rangers within a preserved National Park. Campers learn the roles and responsibilities of a Park Ranger as well as a variety of nature walks on forest ecology, animal habitats, and how to look in nature for signs of change. Traditional camp also includes classic camp activities like canoeing, swimming, learning character values & making new friends. 7:00 am - 6:30 pm MEM: $160 PRO: $190 Drop-off and pick-up at the Y. Campers must be dropped off by 8:00 am. Bus does not come back to the Y until 4:00 pm. Half-Day Traditional Camp: Available to campers registered in half-day camps, the afternoon traditional camp option gives campers the opportunity to participate in activities such as arts &crafts, group games, team building and swimming. Camp will be held at Y. 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm MEM: $80 PRO: $95
SPECIALTY CAMP STEM Camp ages 5-12: High Touch High Tech of Greater Atlanta brings this camp to the Y. Campers will participate in hands-on science experiments, learn about space exploration and explore the physiology of living things, guided by professionals along with Y staff. Pair with our afternoon traditional camp for a full day of fun. Sessions 5 & 9: 7:00 am - 1:00 pm MEM: $180 PRO: $210 Creative Arts Camp ages 6-13: Campers will have the opportunity to learn how to develop and expand their skills in the visual and performing arts. Trained Y staff and teaching artists will provide campers with detailed lessons daily, leading to a showcase at the end of the week. Offered All Sessions: 7:00 am - 6:30 pm MEM: $180 PRO: $210 Session 1: Painting Session 2: Dance Session 3: Kids in the Kitchen Session 4: Sculpting Session 5: Performing Arts Session 6: Cartooning Session 7: Painting Session 8: Kids in the Kitchen Session 9: Dance Session 10: Sculpting Skate Camp ages 6-12: The Y has partnered with Skatetime of Georgia to offer campers a fun, comprehensive learn to skate program in the Fowler Y gym. Learn to stop, turn, crossover, skate backwards, and have fun. Sessions 2 & 7: 7:00 am - 6:30 pm MEM: $190 PRO: $220 Film Camp ages 7-14: Campers will learn how to write, produce, and direct their own films through lessons and workshops led by a film industry professional during this three-week specialty camp. Must sign up for all 3 weeks of the session. Sessions 3-5 & 7-9: 7:00 am - 6:30 pm MEM: $540 ($180/wk) PRO: $630 ($210/wk)
SPORTS CAMP Half-Day Sports Camps for ages 6-12 Monday Friday: 7:00 am - 1:00 pm Afternoon Traditional Camp Add-On Available MEM: $100 PRO: $115 Cheerleading: Campers will focus on learning cheerleading skills and styles to develop proper form. Sessions 1, 4, 7 & 10 Gymnastics: Campers will participate in learning basic to intermediate gymnastics, being taught by experienced gymnastic staff. Sessions 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 & 9
SPORTS CAMP Full-Day Sports Camps for ages 6-13 Monday Friday: 7:00 am - 6:30 pm Sessions 1-4 & 6-10 MEM: $180 PRO: $210 Sports Camps: Coaches will teach and administer skill-building games with the help of counselors. Campers will learn and sharpen their skills in these sport-specific camps. Fundamentals, rules and technique will be emphasized throughout the week, along with implementing those skills in a game-like environment. Everything is done in a fun and relaxed environment. Campers will enjoy other camp activities such as swimming, arts & crafts & traditional camp games. Session 1: Session 2: Session 3: Session 4: Session 5: Basketball Soccer Volleyball Flag Football Baseball/Softball Session 6: Ultimate Sports Session 7: Soccer Session 8: Basketball Session 9: Flag Football Session 10: All-Sports Sampler
TEEN LEADERSHIP CAMP Full-Day Teen Camps for ages 13-15 Monday Friday: 7:00 am - 6:30 pm Offered All Sessions Navigators age 13: This program is designed to help begin the transition from camper to potential counselor. Teens will develop leadership skills, teambuilding, while learning how to work with children. No interview required. MEM & PRO: $125 Leader In Training (LIT) age 14-15: Participants will shadow counselors and gain valuable experience within a positive work environment. Participants will be required to register for at least three sessions. Application and interview required for program. Please email Camp Director Javon Clark at JavonC@ymcaatlanta.org for more information and to apply. MEM & PRO: $100
REGISTRATION INFO in person at the Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA or online through our website. YMCA Membership: Camp prices are listed for YMCA Facility Members (MEM) and Program Members (PRO). Facility Members enjoy reduced rates as a benefit of membership. For those who wish to participate in Y programs without use of the facility, a YEARLY family program membership of $40 is required before registration in the program of choice. Become a facility member today and save up to $350 per child on camp for the entire summer. Learn more about the value of Y membership or stop by the branch for a tour of the facility. Facility memberships must remain current throughout the summer to qualify for MEM rates. Payment: A non-refundable deposit of $25 per week is required for all camps. Cancellations must be made 2 weeks in advance of camp start date to receive a refund of the balance of payment. When registering for any of our day camp programs, you may choose from the following payment options... Pay in Full If you are registering for a session starting in less than 2 weeks, full payment is due when you register. Auto Draft Your credit card will be charged on the payment due date which is on the Friday before the camp session begins. Select this option at time of registration if you only want to pay the minimum deposit. You can update auto-draft info as needed. A $15 late registration fee will be assessed for any camp registrations made after the Friday before the session.
REGISTRATION INFO Financial Assistance: We believe every child and family should have the opportunity to participate in any Y program. Those not able to pay the full fee may be awarded partial financial assistance based on their ability to pay and the Y s ability to fund the subsidy. Since demand is great, applications are due by May 24. If you would like to donate to help send a child to camp, visit our giving page. Camper Needs: Before camp, all campers must provide the following items: 1) Medical waiver 2) Authorized Camper Pickup Form 3) Copy of your child s shot records on the school health form (3231). Campers should bring: Lunch in an insulated box & water bottle 2 snacks (due to food allergies no nuts, please) Swimsuit and towel Spray sunscreen and bug spray Important Dates: April 27... Healthy Kids Day 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Y May 23 & 24... Camp Kick Off for ages 5-12 Traditional camp during normal camp hours. MEM: $35 PRO: $40 May 27... Memorial Day Camp Closed July 4... Independence Day Camp Closed Questions: If you have specific questions about any of our summer camps, please email Javon Clark at JavonC@ymcaatlanta.org.