Summer Camp 2019 East Cobb Family YMCAs 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 & THEMES 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 *No camps May 27 or July 4
PRESCHOOL CAMP Half-Day Preschool Camps at Northeast Y Monday - Friday: 9:30 am 12:30 pm for ages 3-5 Offered Session 2-5 & 7-9: MEM: $75 PRO: $125 Preschool Mini Camps: These are half-day camps that allow campers to learn and explore new and exciting activities each week while making new friends. Pre and post camp are not available for preschool camps. Campers must be potty trained.
TRADITIONAL CAMP Full-Day Traditional Camps at McCleskey Y Monday Friday: 9:00 am 4:00 pm for ages 5-11 Offered All Sessions Pioneer Camp age 5: Our Pioneer Camp is designed to be an intro to full day camp programs for our younger campers (rising Kindergarten). We have specifically developed age-appropriate schedules and activities to meet their needs. In addition to their fun-filled activities, Pioneer Campers will experience parts of the Explorer Camp day as well, including opening/ closing ceremony, camp games, weekly themes & meal times. MEM: $191 PRO: $241 Explorer Camp ages 6-9: We use challenging and fun activities that feature weekly themes, promote personal growth and encourage campers to have fun with their friends. Our qualified and trained camp counselors will lead activities that will help to build your camper s self confidence, develop their social skills, teach them teamwork, deepen their respect for others and build lasting friendships. MEM: $191 PRO: $241 Pathfinder Camp ages 10-11: Pathfinder campers will participate in age-appropriate games. These campers will be led by certified counselors. Each activity will challenge them to reach for new goals in addition to working as a team. These campers will work closely on individual character development. MEM: $196 PRO: $246
TRADITIONAL CAMP Full-Day Traditional Camp on Lake Allatoona Monday Friday: 9:00 am 4:00 pm for ages 9-12 Bused from McCleskey Y and taken to Camp High Harbour Drop-Off: before 8:00 am Pick-Up: after 5:00 pm Offered Sessions 2-9: MEM: $229 PRO: $279 Camp High Harbour on Lake Allatoona for ages 9-12: Campers will learn new camp activities and skills that are valuable for life while having fun! Camper options include: swimming, arts & crafts, nature study, ropes course, campfires, songs & skits, climbing tower, archery, field games, boat rides, hiking, team sports, bush cooking and much more!
SPECIALTY CAMP Full-Day Specialty Camps at McCleskey Y Monday Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm for ages 5-15 Aqua Adventures ages 5-7: These little swimmers will attend two different swim lessons each day, have the opportunity to free swim, play water games and will participate in general camp activities. Sessions 3, 5 & 9 MEM: $212 PRO: $262 Water Sports ages 6-9: Swimmers will get to tryout a different sport in the water: Water Basketball, Water Polo (Splash Ball) and Water Volleyball. This week will end with our own Water Olympics. This swim camp is a mix of instructional swim activities, free swim and general camp activities. Sessions 1 & 6 MEM: $196 PRO: $246 Splash Ball ages 6-10: Splash ball is designed to introduce the sport of water polo to children. The intent is to provide basic skills and understanding of the sport in a recreational format. Although water polo is known for its toughness and endurance, Splash ball harnesses all the fun, dynamic aspects of the game in a safe, easy-to-learn aquatic experience that will motivate kids to swim and stay fit. Sessions 4 & 8 MEM: $212 PRO: $262 Junior Lifeguard ages 11-15: The Junior Lifeguard program is designed to give participants the foundation of knowledge and skills to be future lifeguards. All participants must be able to swim 25 yards (freestyle) and be able to tread water. This is NOT a lifeguard or swim instructor certification class. Sessions 2 & 7 MEM: $200 PRO: $250
SPECIALTY CAMP Full-Day Specialty Camps at Northeast Y Monday Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm for ages 6-12 MEM: $260 PRO: $310 Circus Camp ages 6-12: Back by popular demand, campers will learn the basics of amazing aerial equipment, juggling, unicycling, tumbling, face painting, magic tricks and more. The week will end with a performance for family that will showcase the talents they learned at camp. Sessions 5 & 9 Arts Camps ages 6-12: Parents come Friday at 3:00 pm for an art walk as your child shows off their pieces. Food for Thought: Join us as we explore the food we eat and what we drink and express it through 2D & 3D artwork. We will collage, draw, paint and even use clay. Session 7 How Does Your Garden Grow: Let's explore what we find in a garden and express it through different art styles. We will collage, draw, paint and even use clay. Session 9 Superhero Training Camp ages 7-12: Your child gets to choose/create his/her superhero! This camp will show your child his/her power and how he/she can help change the world. Parents are invited to Friday s graduation party with lunch, costumed characters and awards. Session 4
SPECIALTY CAMP Full-Day Specialty Camps at Northeast Y Monday Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm for ages 7-12 MEM: $260 PRO: $310 Robotics Camps ages 7-12 World of Amusements: Campers will build a new ride each day, learning how to make things spin, roll, turn and rock in this camp of building amusements park-themed models. Session 2 Superheroes: Campers will use LEGO Bricks, their imaginations, building & crime-fighting skills in this camp of heroes & villains. Session 5 Ninja Ninjago: Campers will use LEGO Bricks, technic pieces, gears and motors to build the ninja domain of temples, dragons, motorized vehicles, spinning machines & more. Session 8 Full-Day Specialty Camps at McCleskey & Northeast Ys Monday Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm for ages 6-11 MEM: $295 PRO: $345 Fun With Food Culinary Camp ages 6-11: We will experiment, taste, smell, assemble, cut, cook and play with food. We will also learn about healthy eating habits, food appreciation (health benefits, availability and beauty), we will incorporate math+science+art, kitchen safety, sanitation and lots more! Food will be Vegan/Vegetarian. Session 2 at Northeast Y Session 5 at McCleskey Y
SPORTS CAMP Full-Day Sports Camps at McCleskey & Northeast Ys Monday - Friday: 9:00 am 4:00 pm for ages 6-12 MEM: $191 PRO: $241 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 fun, relaxed, game-like environment. At McCleskey Y At Northeast Y Session 1: All Sports All Sports Session 2: Basketball Soccer Session 3: Soccer Basketball or Cheer Session 4: Flag Football or Cheer Hockey Session 5: Lacrosse No sports camp offered Session 6: All Sports All Sports Session 7: Basketball or Cheer Soccer Session 8: Soccer Volleyball Session 9: All Sports No sports camp offered
TEEN LEADERSHIP CAMP Full-Day Teen Camps at McCleskey Y Monday Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm for ages 12-17 Offered All Sessions Navigators ages 12-13: Our Navigators is a great group that offers a great place for teens to have fun, make friends, and learn some valuable social skills in a camp environment. Teens will have a blast doing team building, swimming, playing games, and doing development workshops. Navigators is the first step in our leadership development continuum. MEM: $212 PRO: $262 Leaders In Training (LIT) ages 14-15: This program is designed to give teens an opportunity to gain positive workplace experience. Participants will receive training regarding how to work in the Day Camp program. Participants will complete an interview and application process and will be selected into the program. During the week, students will participate with on-the-job training as well as leadership development seminars. MEM: $55 PRO: $105 Counselor In Training (CIT) ages 16-17: Participants must complete an interview process and be selected to take part in this learning experience. Participants will assist counselors in the daily duties, complete service learning projects, organize and help run camp events. No Cost For an LIT/CIT application, email Rachel Singer at RachelS@ymcaatlanta.org.
REGISTRATION INFO in person at either of the East Cobb Family YMCAs 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 fee of $40 is required before registration in the program of choice. Become a facility member today and save up to $450 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 Methods: A weekly, non-refundable $35 deposit is required for all camps. When registering for summer camp, choose from these options... Pay in Full When registering for camp, you may choose to pay the full amount at the time of registration. Anyone registering for camp less than 3 weeks from its starting date is required to pay the full amount then. Auto Draft This is not an option for any camps starting less than 3 weeks from the registration day. For camps starting more than 3 weeks from the registration date, you may choose to make payments via an auto-draft system. Changes/Cancellations: All changes or cancellations MUST be submitted in writing to RachelS@ymcaatlanta.org. Cancellations must be made 3 weeks in advance of camp start date to receive a full refund of the balance of payment. Cancellations made under the 3 weeks will not qualify for a full refund. Changes made less than 3 weeks prior to camp start will be required to pay the additional difference between the registration price and the late registration price.
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 of their ability to pay and the Y s ability to fund the subsidy. Since demand is great, applications are first come, first serve. Pick up an application for camp financial assistance at the Front Desk. 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) Important Dates: May 24... May 27... May 28... July 4... July 26... Camp Kickoff to the Summer Open House 6:00-8:00 pm Memorial Day Camp Closed First Day of Summer Camp Independence Day Camp Closed Last Day of Camp Camp Questions: If you have specific questions about any of our summer camps, please reach out via email to RachelS@ymcaatlanta.org. Can t wait to see you this summer!