July August 2019 Program Guide Summer Day Camps YMCA of Northern Alberta Wood Buffalo northernalberta.ymca.ca/camps 8 Weeks of Summer Day Camp Fun!
Table of Contents Camp Dates and Registration Information 3 YMCA Summer Camps 4 Physical Literacy and YMCA Programs 5 Preschool Camps (3 6yrs) 6 Children's Camps (6 9yrs) 7 Children's Camps (9 12yrs) 9 Swim Lesson Camps 11 Youth Camps (12 16yrs) and Counsellor-in-Training 12 Camp Essentials 13 2019 Camp Schedule 14 Full-day camps include FREE pre-care starting at 7am and FREE post-care until 6pm. 2
Youth Camps Dance Camps Sports Camps Cooking Camps Arts Camps Swim Camps And More! Registration Dates Camp Dates Holidays Members Non-Members Mar 7 Mar 14 Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Jul 8 12 Jul 15 19 Jul 22 26 Jul 29 Aug 2 Aug 6 9 * Aug 12 16 Aug 19 23 Aug 26 30 August *August 5 Heritage Day Medical Forms Medical forms must be completed (with two small photos attached) and delivered to the YMCA a minimum of five days before the start of camp. This gives camp counsellors an opportunity to review any medical concerns, food allergies, or custody issues concerning the camper. Please note that photos will not be returned. Cancellation Policy The YMCA reserves the right to cancel any programs with insufficient registration. Participant withdrawals up to 24 hours before the start of camp will be subject to a $10 fee. Withdrawals made on or after the first day of camp will be refunded at a prorated amount for the Registration Information Register in person or over the phone. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Full payment is required upon registration. Payments by cheque require Photo ID. There are no camps on statutory holidays (fees have already been prorated accordingly). The YMCA reserves the right to combine, postpone, or cancel camps. remaining days of camp, less the $10 withdrawal fee. No refunds will be issued if the withdrawal notice is given on or after the last day of camp. 3
YMCA Summer Day Camps YMCA Day Camps offer children and youth the opportunity to participate in fun and engaging activities. Camps are designed to spark imagination and build confidence, independence, and communication skills. All participants will have the opportunity to create positive peer and role model friendships. In accordance with YMCA Healthy Child Development principles, participants will learn physical literacy skills and complete daily physical activity requirements. Camps offer international activities, games, hands-on learning, skillsdevelopment, craft activities, swimming, and more. Camp isn't just a way to pass the summer it's a life-changing experience! By building connections with other campers and YMCA staff, your child will be encouraged to reach for the best in themselves, and in others, every day. Helping young people grow up healthy, active and engaged is why the Y exists. At YMCA Day Camps, kids play outdoors! Spending time outdoors is essential to every child s development, health, and well-being. It builds a connection to our rich natural and cultural heritage. Kids connected to nature grow up caring for the Earth and helping to conserve biodiversity. ~ Ontario Children s Outdoor Charter, 2014. It s All About the Value Beads At YMCA Day Camps, Value Beads play an important role as a sign of character and personal achievement. As a form of recognition, Value Beads promote positive behaviour and are worn as a constant reminder of what we value as a camp community. Throughout the week, Value Beads are awarded to individuals for demonstrating friendship, caring, honesty, diversity, social inclusion, responsibility, respect, leadership, and excellence. 4
We re giving kids the skills they need to be Active for Life. Physical Literacy and YMCA Programs When children acquire and practice fundamental movement and sport skills at a young age, they are more likely to stay active and maintain healthy habits in adulthood. YMCA staff that lead these programs are trained in National Coaching Certification Program Fundamental Movement Skills (NCCP FMS). Aligned with the Canadian Sport for Life s Long-Term Athlete Development Framework (CS4L LTAD), all YMCA programs provide children and youth the opportunity to practice and improve their physical literacy skills and develop movement confidence in support of becoming Active for Life. 5
Preschool Camps (3 6yrs) Mini Adventurers 1/2 Day Camp (3 5yrs) This half-day camp is a perfect introduction to a summer camp experience! Campers will explore a variety of camp activities, which may include nature walks, songs, dance, sports, games, arts, and crafts. This camp does not swim. Mini Sportsters 1/2 Day Camp (3 5yrs) Experience all that this half-day camp has to offer! Campers will enjoy a variety of fun, interactive and co-operative activities, games, and sports. This camp does not swim. Silly Science Camp (4 6yrs) Silly Science is geared for active and curious preschoolers that are ready for a full-day camp. Campers will build confidence and increase their passion for science through hands-on experiments and interacting with nature and the world around them. Campers will also participate in traditional camp activities and swim once per week. Lil' Chefs (4 5yrs) Day Camp Introduce your preschooler to the basics of cooking through healthy food choices and maybe a couple of desserts! They'll get comfortable in the kitchen through prep, cooking, and cleanup. This camp does not participate in camp swim times. Please advise your counsellor of any allergies or food aversions. Adventurers Camp (4 5yrs) A perfect introduction to a summer camp experience! Each week campers will explore a variety of camp activities, which many include nature walks, songs, dance, sports, games, arts, and crafts. This camp swims once per week. Lil' Sportsters Camp (4 6yrs) Develop physical literacy skills in sports-based games. Lil' Sportsters will introduce your child to the fun, friend-building world of team sports. Campers will also have the opportunity to swim, play, and engage in other activities like crafts, songs, and games. This camp swims once or twice per week. 6
Children s Camps (6 9yrs) Aqua Explorers (6 9yrs) Aquatics-certified YMCA staff teach water safety and awareness, and help campers grow comfortable with their physical literacy skills in the water. Campers will explore the pool through water polo, daily swimming, snorkelling, and water games. Art-Rageous (6 9yrs) Campers will explore their artistic side through a variety of dance, music, and arts-themed games and activities. They will experience a field trip in the art community, Zumba Kids, crafts, and more. This camp swims once per week. Circus Camp (6 9yrs) You've always wanted to run off and join the circus here s your chance! Campers explore drama, performing arts, physical literacy, fundamental movement skills, and communication. They'll learn juggling, flower sticks, face painting, hula-hooping, and hand balancing to get prepared for their debut in the center ring on Friday! Campers can join in the fun and excitement while discovering their inner clown and honing their slapstick skills! This camp swims once per week. Kids in the Kitchen (6 9yrs) Bring out your child's inner chef with daily cooking sessions where they get to eat what they make! Campers explore food through games, recipes, meal planning, a supermarket scavenger hunt, and basic cooking. Participants will also get the chance to tour a professional kitchen! This camp swims once per week. Please advise your counsellor of any allergies or food aversions. Nature Agents (6 9yrs) Do you love the outdoors? Our goal is to provide every child with the opportunity to experience adventure in an outdoor setting. Exploration of nature increases children s creativity and imagination while developing an appreciation for the world around them. Participants will enjoy scavenger hunts, playing games, hiking, creating crafts, survival activities, making friends, and having fun! This camp swims once per week. 7
Children s Camps (6 9yrs) Science Explorers (6 9yrs) Science Explorers is geared for active and curious children that are ready to move, explore, and learn! Children will build confidence and independence through age-appropriate games and science activities that promote the YMCA core values and teach science know-how at a beginner level. If your child has a passion for experimenting, they ll have an outof-this-world experience exploring science in this funfilled camp. This camp swims once per week. Sports of All Sorts (6 9yrs) Calling all Sportsters! Participants will develop physical literacy skills in sports-based games. This camp will focus on popular sports like soccer, floor hockey, basketball, and more. This camp also includes recreational swimming and a field trip. 8
Children s Camps (9 12yrs) Aqua-Sports (9 12yrs) For the swimming fanatic! Aqua-Sports will introduce campers to lifesaving and CPR skills while offering water-soaked, fun activities like competitive swimming, snorkelling, water polo, and underwater hockey. Finally, campers will have the opportunity to train and learn about exercise in a YMCA fitness centre. Basketball Camp (9 12yrs) Campers will learn the fundamentals of basketball including dribbling, passing, shooting, teamwork, offensive and defensive strategy, and rebounding. As well, your child will have the opportunity to participate in traditional camp activities such as a field trip, recreational swimming, games, and sportsrelated arts. This camp swims once or twice per week. Creative Expressions (9 12yrs) Aspiring Michelangelos will love the combination of visual and performance arts in this inspired camp. Campers will participate in music, arts, crafts, beading, papier-mâché, and creative fitness classes such as yoga, fitness dance, and swimming. Participants will also get a chance to check out a festival or art venue. Special guests and a field trip will help participants explore Wood Buffalo s vibrant art community! Y-Chefs (9 12yrs) This camp will explore healthy food choices, food handling, the Canada Food Guide, and cooking. Learn more advanced techniques in the preparation of delicious and nutritious meals. Campers will also participate in games, songs, crafts, a field trip, and swimming. Please advise your counsellor of any allergies your child may have. 9
Children s Camps (9 12yrs) Y-Cycle (9 12yrs) The open trail is calling your name! This camp will take you through Wood Buffalo s scenic trail system with speed and adventure. YMCA staff teach proper bike safety and maintenance while you ride through Wood Buffalo s bicycle trails. This camp swims once or twice per week. Participants must bring a wellmaintained bicycle, bike lock, and helmet to camp daily. Please note: no overnight storage available. Y-Soccer (9 12yrs) This is a recreational camp with daily soccer drills and game play. Your child will have the opportunity to participate in traditional camp activities such as a field trip, games, recreational swimming, and sportsrelated crafts. Y-Sci (9 12yrs) Explore all things science! Participants will delve deeper into the world of science. Campers will learn about different areas of science each day by performing hands-on activities and experiments. Active games and a sciences-themed field trip will also be incorporated into this camp. This camp swims once or twice per week. Y-World of Sports (9 12yrs) Calling all sports enthusiasts! Led by a NCCP-certified coach, campers improve sport skills and improve fitness by playing a wide range of sports that include soccer, floor hockey, basketball, badminton, and weight training in the YMCA fitness centre. Unique activities include a sports-themed out-trip as well as a friendly sports competition. This camp swims two times per week. 10
Swim Lesson Camps Lil' Dippers Swim Camp (4 5yrs) A two-week camp that includes swimming lessons! Certified swim instructors teach campers progressive swimming skills daily through skill development and aquatic activities. Use of the YMCA Lil' Dippers Swim Program criteria will track your child's success in the swim lesson portion of camp. Other camp activities include fun swim, camp games, crafts, and fundamental movement activities that will help improve physical literacy skills led by NCCP FMS-trained camp staff. Swim Combo (6 9yrs) A two-week camp that includes swimming lessons! Certified swim instructors teach campers progressive swimming skills daily through skill development and aquatic activities. Use of the YMCA Swim Lesson criteria will track your child's success in the swim lesson portion of camp. Other camp activities include fun swim, camp games, water sports, and fundamental movement activities that will help improve physical literacy skills led by NCCP FMS-trained camp staff. Swim Combo (9 12yrs) This is a two-week camp that includes swimming lessons! Certified swim instructors teach campers progressive swimming skills daily through skill development and aquatic activities. Use of the YMCA Swim Lesson criteria will track your child's success in the swim lesson portion of camp. Other camp activities include fun swim, camp games, water sports, dry land training, and fundamental movement activities that will help improve physical literacy skills led by NCCP FMS-trained camp staff. 11
Youth Camps (12 16yrs) Learn to Babysit (12 16yrs) Come to the YMCA and take part in the Alberta Safety Council s babysitting course. Campers learn valuable lifeskills that encourage independence and practical thinking. This course combines hands-on learning opportunities with activities such as games, scheduled swimming, and fitness training. Girls Only Fitness (12 16yrs) Calling all girls this camp is just for you! This all-girls camp will teach healthy habits and keep you moving through exciting and invigorating individual and group exercises. You will have an opportunity to try a variety of fitness classes, circuit training, swimming, and more. This camp swims two or three times per week. Youth Sport and Fitness (12 16yrs) Explore the fitness opportunities that the YMCA has to offer. Campers learn basic concepts and applications behind fitness and sport performance including TRX, yoga, YMCA weight room, sport-specific training, land and aqua sports, Cyclefit, Bootcamp, and a visit to another multisport complex. Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) The Counsellor-in-Training (CIT) program is a leadership opportunity for youth to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to become a camp counsellor. Each CIT must complete the CIT program. Training dates will be shared through the interview process. Following the training, they will take part in a two-week placement. Participants are placed in different day camp programs based on their experience in the CIT program and the Leader-in-Training (LIT) program. Completion of Grade 7 is required. CIT participants are volunteers. Interested youth must register at a YMCA centre or online for the CIT application course. All applicants will be contacted for an interview. Successful candidates will then register for the CIT program and be required to complete a Police Security Clearance and a Vulnerable Persons Search. Level 1 is designed for participants to acquire necessary skills to become a counsellor, including planning and delivering activities, observing campers in various age groups, asset building, communication, and trust. Level 2 enhances skills learned in Level 1. Participants will learn new skills including team building, behaviour management, and safety awareness. Level 3 builds on the previous levels and prepares participants for the step from CIT to counsellor while learning skills such as conflict resolution, leadership, and special-needs integration. 12
Camp Essentials Medical Form Each camper must have a fully completed Medical Form. Enhancement Workers If your child requires an enhancement worker to participate in camp, please contact the Preschool, Child, and Youth Supervisor at your YMCA location for important camp information. Label Belongings Campers belongings should be labelled. The YMCA is not responsible for any lost or stolen items. Weather Sense Camps are outdoor-based programs, so every camper must bring clothing suitable for all types of weather. Sunscreen, a hat, and a water bottle are also necessary. Campers must understand the importance of sunscreen and know how to apply it before coming to camp. Due to the nature of sunscreen allergies, YMCA staff will not provide or apply sunscreen. Campers Backpack Essentials Please refer to your receipt/confirmation email for a complete list of backpack essentials. Camp Recreational Swim For the safety of all campers, children three to five years old will be required to wear a life jacket during recreational swim. Campers six years and older must complete a swim test to determine life jacket use. Lunch and Snacks Campers are required to bring a nutritious and allergen-aware lunch, two snacks, and plenty of cool drinks. Please note: microwaves will not be available to heat up food items. Pre-Care and Post-Care Both pre-care (7am 8:30am) and post-care (4:30pm 6pm) are available free of charge. Pre-care and post-care are unavailable for half-day camps. Charges will apply to all late pick-ups after 6pm at a rate of $1/minute. Camp Staff Camp staff are carefully selected for their leadership skills, enthusiasm, and their ability to work with children of all backgrounds and abilities. All staff members have completed the YMCA Day Camp Training Program, which includes safety and emergency training, standard first aid, CPR, WHMIS, behaviour management, physical literacy (Move n Play), High Five, and YMCA Healthy Child Development. Camp staff are also required to pass a Police Security Clearance and Vulnerable Persons Search. 13
2019 YMCA Day Camp Schedule Ages Camp Member Fee Non-Member Fee Hours Pre-Care Post-Care Week(s) offered at each location Eagle Ridge Westwood 3 5 3 5 Mini Adventurers Mini Adventurers $115 $135 8:30am Noon 2, 4, 6, 8 1, 3, 5, 7 $115 $135 1 4:30pm 1, 3, 5, 7 2, 4, 6,8 3 5 Mini Sportsters $115 $135 8:30am Noon 1, 3, 5, 7 2, 4, 6, 8 3 5 Mini Sportsters $115 $135 1 4:30pm 2, 4, 6, 8 1, 3, 5, 7 4 5 Lil' Chefs $210 $230 8:30am 4:30pm 2, 4, 6, 8 N/A 4 5 Adventurers $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm 1, 3, 5, 7 N/A 4 6 Lil Sportsters $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 1 8 4 5 Lil' Dippers (2 weeks) $420 $440 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 4 6 Silly Science $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm 1 8 N/A 6 9 Circus Camp $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm 2, 4, 6, 8 N/A 6 9 Aqua Explorers $210 $230 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 1 7 6 9 Art-Rageous $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm 1, 3, 5, 7 N/A 6 9 6 9 Sports of All Sorts Kids in the Kitchen $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 1 8 $210 $230 8:30am 4:30pm 2, 4, 6, 8 N/A 6 9 Nature Agents $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm 1 8 N/A 14
Ages Camp Member Fee Non-Member Fee Hours Pre-Care Post-Care Week(s) offered at each location Eagle Ridge Westwood 6 9 6 9 Swim Combo (2 weeks) Science Explorers $420 $440 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm 1, 3, 5, 7 N/A 6 9 Aqua Sports $210 $230 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 1 7 9 12 Creative Expressions $210 $230 8:30am 4:30pm 1, 3, 5, 7 N/A 9 12 Basketball Camp $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 4, 7 9 12 Swim Combo (2 weeks) $420 $440 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 9 12 Y-Chefs $210 $230 8:30am 4:30pm 1 8 N/A 9 12 Y-World of Sports $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 1 8 9 12 Y-Cycle $210 $230 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 3, 5 9 12 Y-Soccer $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 2, 6, 8 9 12 Y-Sci $190 $210 8:30am 4:30pm 2, 4, 6, 8 N/A 12 16 CIT $155 $175 8:30am 4:30pm 1 8 1 8 12 16 Learn to Babysit $210 $230 8:30am 4:30pm 3, 5 N/A 12 16 12 16 Girls Only Fitness Youth Sport and Fitness $210 $230 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 2 $210 $230 8:30am 4:30pm N/A 4, 7 CAMP WEEKS: 1 (Jul 8-12) 2 (Jul 15-19) 3 (Jul 22-26) 4 (Jul 29-Aug 2) 5 (Aug 6-9) 6 (Aug 12-16) 7 (Aug 19-23) 8 (Aug 26-30) 15
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