PARENTS: Get Informed! Attend Orientation (See Page 11 For Details) 2017 SUMMER DAY CAMP Learning, Friendships & So Much More June 5th August 11th, 2017 Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton
CAMP LEADERSHIP TEAM Bryan Hunt, Senior Program Director A native New Yorker, Bryan Hunt has a 14+ year career working with YMCAs. Life at the Y started for Bryan when as a sophomore in high school he looked for an opportunity to give back to the youth in his community and found himself with a job as an After School Counselor at the Cross Island YMCA. Bryan holds a Bachelor degree in Liberal Studies and a Minor in Criminal Justice; he has undergone training from the A.C.A. (American Camping Association) experience. Becky Maranges, Director of Sports A Boca Raton native, Becky attended Fort Lewis College in Southwest Colorado, graduating in 2012 with a Bachelor s degree in Exercise Science, and a Minor in Coaching. In March 2013, Becky started with the YMCA in a part time role as Sports Associate where she ran Y sports clinics and was a referee. She excelled and was hired for a full-time position in Membership at the front desk, and in December 2014 was named Sports Director. Clairissa Myatt, Aquatics Director Native to Ohio, Clairissa Myatt graduated from Lynn University with a Bachelors degree in Communications with a minor in Sports Management as well as an MBA in Mass Marketing and Communications. Clairissa started as a part-time employee of the DeVos-Blum Family YMCA as a swim instructor, lifeguard and assistant coach. After a year, Clairissa was hired as the Aquatics Director for the Peter Blum Family YMCA in May 2016. Jenna Lawrence, Director of Youth Development Born and raised in Lauderhill, Florida, Jenna graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Sciences. Jenna joined the Y family in November of 2013 and has worked in the field for the last 10+ years in school, aftercare and camp settings. As she explains, I ve always had a passion for helping and working with children. Knowing I can somehow make a difference in a child s life and put a smile on their face, is what inspires me to do what I do every day. James Rodriguez, Youth Program Coordinator Born in Hollywood, Florida, James is currently a student at Palm Beach State pursuing his Bachelors in Elementary Education. James started with the Y as a camper in the 2nd grade and went on to become an LIT and then eventually a camp counselor. James is currently the Youth Program Coordinator for camp and also oversees our Teen Programs. Beth Reyer, Preschool Director Beth holds a Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude, in Recreation Services Administration. She has been the Preschool Director at the Schmidt Family YMCA since 2010 and has worked for the YMCA of South Palm Beach County for over 18 years. Beth holds various specialized certifications, credentials, and trainings including a certificate of completion for VPK Education Standards. SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS My daughter is more confident, social, and loves the staff! - Actual 2016 YMCA Camp Parent 2
TRADITIONAL CAMP JOIN THE ADVENTURE! Summer is a time for creating amazing experiences, building lasting friendships, new memories and days filled with lots of fun and laughter. Children are inspired to explore and grow each day. Come to Traditional Camp for art, games, weekly field trips and more. WE DO IT ALL! DATES: 6/5-8/11 (10 WEEKLY SESSIONS) AGES: 5-11 (must have completed kindergarten) TIME: 7:30am-6pm COST: $195 per week - Members $295 per week - Non Members *Camp will be closed on July 4th The Summer Camp program has helped my son gain better self esteem. - Actual 2016 YMCA Camp Parent Traditional Camp is separated by age groups, so kids can bond with others within their similar age group: Each group is designed to introduce children to a fun, educational and safe summer camp environment through an age-appropriate daily schedule of indoor/outdoor activities. CAMP PIONEERS - AGES: 5-6 (Field trips on Tuesdays) Must have completed kindergarten. CAMP PATHFINDERS - AGES: 7-8 (Field Trips are on Wednesdays) CAMP CHALLENGERS - AGES: 9-11 (Field Trips are on Wednesdays) Week # Dates Theme Field Trip* Week 1: June 5-9 Escape to Never Never Land Camp Carnival Day (On Site) Week 2: June 12-16 Dancing Through the Decades Coconut Cove Waterpark Week 3: June 19-23 Jurassic Journey Palm Beach Zoo Week 4: June 26-30 In a Galaxy Far, Far Away... Museum of Discovery & Science Week 5: July 3-7 Rockin in the USA Camp BBQ (On Site) Week 6: July 10-14 Sports Showdown Strikes Bowling (Pioneers) Palm Beach Skate (Pathfinders & Challengers) Week 7: July 17-21 Allidays Monster Mini Golf Week 8: July 24-28 Color Wars OFF the Wall Week 9: July 31 - August 4 The Y Factor WOW Factory Week 10: August 7-11 Mardi Gras Madness Camp Carnival Day (On Site) *Field trips are subject to change 3
TEEN CAMP Looking for a place where your teen can thrive? Teen camp offers a relaxed yet structured camp without the peer pressures of everyday teen life. Led by highly trained, cause-driven staff, teens will learn more about themselves and the world around them through community service and team building activities. Teens will venture on 4 field trips and 1 fitness day at the Y per week. DATES: 6/5-8/11 AGES: 12-15 TIME: 8am-6pm COST: $235 per week - Members $335 per week - Non Members My child has improved on his social skills and making new friends. - Actual 2016 YMCA Camp Parent L.I.T. CAMP FOR TEENS (LEADERS IN TRAINING) The Y s L.I.T. Camp is a leadership program for teens who are ready to take on a challenge in camp and in their community. This program provides endless achievement opportunities including: increased self-awareness, growth and development as individuals, as well as building new friendships with likeminded kids of the same age. All teens interested in the L.I.T. program are required to complete the L.I.T. Application and will be called in for an interview. NOTE: There is limited space available per session. L.I.T. applicants will be chosen by the camp leadership team and will be notified by phone. Each session is 5 weeks. Session 1 weeks 1-5 (Applications due by 5/19) Session 2 weeks 6-10 (Applications due by 6/25) DATES: 6/5-7/7 & 7/10-8/11 (5 WEEK SESSIONS) AGES: 12-16 TIME: COST: 9am-5pm $310 per session - Members $410 per session - Non Members *Interview required prior to registration* SIBLING DISCOUNT! 10% 4
TOP 10 REASONS YOU AND YOUR CAMPER LOVE SUMMER CAMP AT THE YMCA! The YMCA is one of the nation s largest providers of out-of-school programming, and has a long, rich history of over 100 years in providing top-notch summer camps to parents across the country. We at your local YMCA strive to provide kids as young as 3 and through the teen years, with a safe environment and a place to continue learning, hone social skills and have some FUN for an overall outstanding summer camp experience. 1 2 3 4 5 At the YMCA we keep a 15:1 child to counselor ratio as we believe a smaller ratio creates a more personal valuable experience in which to learn and grow. (State of Florida mandates a 25:1 ratio.) Safety is paramount at the Y. All camp counselors are specifically trained to meet the needs of various age levels and abilities, and are required to complete the 40-hour YMCA camp training course prior to instruction. They also must pass a nationwide background and drug screening and must hold current CPR and First Aid certifications. Our various camp programs offer opportunities for friendly competition through games, sports, arts and knowledge all rooted in the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility. For your convenience, we offer curbside drop off for campers at the back entrance of the YMCA. During drop off and pick up, you ll be greeted by a friendly YMCA staff member who manages our secure sign in/sign out process for each camper. 7 8 9 10 Since we are constantly aiming to provide your kids with new and exciting options, this year we will be continuing our YBIKE program into summer camp curriculum. This program will teach campers bike safety, how to ride a bike and the benefits one can gain from doing so. Our YMCA features two indoor pools. Each Y camper will enjoy at least an hour of swim time each day, 4 days per week. At the beginning of camp each camper is tested by YMCA lifeguards on swimming ability. If determined to be a red band swimmer (needs improvement in swimming) they will receive a half hour of FREE swimming lessons once a week and have the remainder of time spent in recreational swim. Y camp curriculum features the opportunity for enhanced learning activities when other guest groups come in to offer fun and educational learning experiences. Constantly aiming for best-in-class programming, we are pleased to have incorporated specialists into our camp curriculum who can focus on topics such as art and education. 6 At the Y, we strive to promote Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) standards in our many childcare program areas. Each Y camper will receive at least 1 to 2 hours of physical activity each day and we strive to model healthy eating behaviors ourselves. Our staff is here to help you and we welcome any suggestions you may have in order for us to better serve you. If you have any questions on Summer Camp at the Y, please contact us at 561-395-9622 5
SPECIALTY CAMPS * : SPORTS SOCCER CAMP Our Soccer camp is designed to teach a sound foundation for beginning players, as well as to refine and implement the skills of the competitive/travel team player more directly into the game. Our mature and qualified coaches plan each session to cover the fundamentals of the game with the focus on the introduction and mastery of skill in a fun learning environment. This is achieved through maximum ball contacts throughout the camp training sessions, creative coaching and providing challenging and fun camp environment. DATES: WEEKS OF 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7 AGES: 5-14 TIME/PRICING: Please see insert/attached for more information SPORTS OF ALL SORTS YMCA Sports of All Sorts Camp provides a fun-filled day jam packed with a variety of indoor and outdoor activities such as soccer, basketball, swimming, lacrosse, flag football, kickball, tennis and more! Each activity is designed to help kids develop and improve new sport skills, participate in team building games, meet new friends, set goals, and ultimately have fun through all sorts of sports in a safe environment! Campers will also go on weekly field trips (such as Sugar Sand Park, FAU, Meadows Park and the beach) and receive camp t-shirts. DATES: 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7 (10 WEEKLY SESSIONS) AGES: 5-11 TIME: 9am-2pm COST: $200 per week - Members $300 per week - Non Members BASKETBALL CAMP YMCA Basketball Camp provides a fun, safe and learning environment where campers are taught skills to help them develop the fundamental skills of the sport, while also learning team games and strategies. Campers will engage in strength and conditioning skills, ball handling and footwork, offensive and defensive play and more! Our goal is for each camper to learn how to practice with a purpose, improve fundamentally, set goals, and ultimately have fun through the game of basketball! Campers will also go on weekly field trips (such as Sugar Sand Park, FAU, Meadows Park and the beach) and receive camp t-shirts. DATES: 6/5, 6/19, 7/3, 7/17, 7/31 (Camp will be closed on the 4th of July) AGES: 5-11 TIME: 9am 2pm COST: $200 per week - Members $300 per week - Non Members KARATE CAMP Martial Arts Camp at the Y is a great place for kids to learn self-discipline and self-confidence through learning the basic fundamentals of Martial Arts with Karate. Campers get instruction from a qualified Martial Arts Instructor in a fun and safe environment while also having the opportunity to play in group games, do arts and crafts and enjoy daily swimming in the pool to provide a well rounded camping experience. DATES: WEEK OF 6/12, 7/10, 7/31 AGES: 5-11 TIME: 9am-2pm COST: $200 - Members $300 - Non Members *Extended care available for all specialty camps. My son is always happy and has only positive things to say when we pick him up. - Actual 2016 YMCA Camp Parent 6
CHASE DONOFF SPECIAL NEEDS DAY CAMP Our special needs program serves children with a wide range of developmental disabilities. Children will learn new skills, make new friends, and just have fun being a kid in a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment. Program activities include arts and crafts, sports, field trips, inclusion, character development and much more! DATES: 6/5-8/11 (10 WEEKLY SESSIONS) In the Special Needs program, my son is AGES: 5-22 valued and treated with respect. TIME: 7:30am-6pm COST: $195 per week - Members - Actual 2016 YMCA Camp Parent $295 per week - Non Members *Intake interview is required for all participants to determine eligibility. Please contact the camp office to schedule an appointment* Week # Dates Theme Field Trip* Week 1: June 5-9 Escape to Never Never Land Camp Carnival Day (On Site) Week 2: June 12-16 Dancing Through the Decades Butterfly World Week 3: June 19-23 Jurassic Journey Paradise Cove Water Park Week 4: June 26-30 In a Galaxy Far, Far Away... Sugar Sand Park Week 5: July 3-July 7 Rockin in the USA Camp BBQ (On Site) Week 6: July 10-14 Sports Showdown Rock the Spectrum Week 7: July 17-21 Allidays Chuck E. Cheese Week 8: July 24-28 Color Wars John Prince Splash Park Week 9: July 31-August 4 The Y Factor The WOW Factory Week 10: August 7-11 Mardi Gras Madness Camp Carnival Day (On Site) SPECIALTY CAMPS: ADVENTURE AND ART GLEE CAMP Join the Club and bring home the fun as your talented camper transforms into a performing sensation as they learn to follow their hearts and chase their dreams. The Y s GLEE Club-style camp features a show at the end of the week. Parents and friends are encouraged to attend together to watch the magic happen! DATES: WEEK OF 6/26 & 7/24 AGES: 7-11 (Child MUST be able to read) Time: 9am-2pm Cost: $200 per session - Members $300 per session - Non Members Parent Showcase Performance will take place on the Friday at the end of each session. DANCE CAMP Just dance! Kids learn from our YMCA dance instructors how to move to the hip hop beat working up a sweat and having a blast while doing it! Some diverse cultural dance training will also be explored. Dance Camp features a show at the end of the week. Parents and friends are encouraged to attend to watch our Y campers bust a move! This one fills up fast! DATES: WEEK OF 6/19 & 7/17 Age: 7-11 Time: 9am-2pm Cost: $200 per session - Members $300 per session - Non Members Parent Showcase Performance will take place on the Friday at the end of each session. 7
ART CAMP Get inspired and be creative. YMCA Art Camp provides the opportunity for campers to explore a wide variety of art work and be encouraged to create their own creative impressions. Each week will offer an art theme and new games will be implemented to engage children in active play and re-set their creative minds. DATES: WEEK OF 6/19, 7/17 & 8/7 AGES: 5-11 Time: 9am-2pm Cost: $200 per week - Members $300 per week - Non Members AQUA MANIA Have a water lover on your hands? You have an Aqua Maniac! Each exciting week will be filled with water and fun land activities based around themes. Some themes include Lifeguard Olympics, Amazing Water Sports, and Ocean Life, just to name a few. Everyday a new water sport or activity is introduced to Aqua Mania campers such as stroke technique, endurance, diving, snorkeling, water games, kayaking, marine science, water slide, safety, leadership, team-building and camper/counselor challenges to learn and explore their talents. And on select weeks campers will enjoy field trips to the beach, Splash Parks, Gumbo Limbo and much more. DATES: 6/5-8/14 (10 WEEKLY SESSIONS) AGES: 5-11 TIME: 9am 2pm COST: $200 per week - Members $300 per week - Non Members SPECIALTY CAMPS: ADVENTURE AND ART JR. ADVENTURE CAMP Join our exciting new camp where your child will enjoy daily field trips to museums, water parks, fun centers and many other exciting locations. Children will be on field trips 4 days a week and at the Y 1 day a week for a fitness day. Field trips depart promptly by 9:00am and return by 2:00pm. Trip destinations to be announced the week of May 8, 2017. DATES: WEEK OF 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/10 7/17, 7/24 & 7/31 Age: 8-11 Time: 9am-2pm Cost: $235 per week Members $345 per week Non Members SPECIALTY CAMPS: AQUATICS CAMP SEA MONKEYS Camp Sea Monkeys is an incredible way to provide your little one with fun and exciting activities that will enrich their knowledge of the pool while providing them with valuable water safety skills. All counselors are trained lifeguards or Swim Instructors. Daily activities include, but are not limited to, stroke development, water games/activities, underwater treasures hunts, water science experiments, kayaking, arts & craft and so much more. This camp is both in the water and on dry land. Camp Sea Monkeys is so much fun, your little one will never stop talking about it. What to pack: Snack, lunch, change of clothes and a towel. Please arrive changed in swimming gear DATES: WEEKS OF 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7 AGES: 3-5 (must be potty trained) TIME: 9am-1pm COST: $150 per week - Members $250 per week - Non Members 8
SPECIALTY CAMPS: JOIN THE FUN CLUB! FUN CLUB EXTENDED CARE FOR SPECIALTY CAMPS Specifically designed for campers attending Specialty Camps, extended care offers parents care for their children before and after the start and end of their selected camp. AM Extended 7:30am-9:00am $25 per week - Members $50 per week - Non Members PM Extended 2:00pm-6:00pm $30 per week - Members $55 per week - Non Members THE SCHMIDT FAMILY YMCA AT THE VOLEN CENTER PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP/ CAMP SPROUTS (AGES 3-5) Join us for a summer full of exciting engaging activities! Children will have fun and excitement in an environment like no other. Summertime activities teach important lifelong skills that promote the Y s core Character Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. Our staff is experienced in early childhood development and fully understands that nurturing is an essential component of the overall supervised camp experience. Kindergarten readiness is reinforced with activities that incorporate skills learned throughout the school year. Water Fun Days, Art, Music and Movement and Weekly Themes will ensure a positive camping experience for all. Children ages 4-5 have the opportunity to board the Y bus to attend Swim Lessons that are included in our full day program. The Schmidt Family YMCA Preschool Camp at the Volen Center is a Y outreach program located only 2 miles away from our Peter Blum YMCA. Schmidt Family YMCA Preschool at the Volen Center 1515 West Palmetto Circle South Boca Raton, FL 33486 Please call Beth Reyer for a tour at 561-395-8920 ext 296 W N S To I-95 South E 95 To I-95 North Parking Palmetto Park Road My daughter is surrounded by good role models and is learning about responsibility in a safe and friendly environment. - Actual 2016 YMCA Camp Parent SCHEDULE A TOUR & ATTEND OUR OPEN HOUSE APRIL 22, 11AM-12:30PM SIBLING DISCOUNT! 10% 9
THE SCHMIDT FAMILY YMCA AT THE VOLEN CENTER FULL DAY PRESCHOOL CAMP AT THE VOLEN CENTER (WEEKLY SESSIONS) HOURS: 7:30am-6pm COST: $195/Week Member $295/Week Non Member Our camp is licensed by the Department of Health. Current Physical and immunization forms must be submitted upon enrollment. Children MUST be Potty Trained. FULL DAY PRESCHOOL CAMP AT THE VOLEN CENTER (MONTHLY SESSIONS) HOURS: 7:30am-6pm COST: 5 days: $785/Month Member $895/Month Non Member 3 days: $540/Month Member $650/Month Non Member 2 days: $415/Month Member $525/Month Non Member HALF DAY CAMP SPROUTS AT THE VOLEN CENTER (WEEKLY SESSIONS) HOURS: 8:45am -12:45pm COST: $135/ Week Member $235/Week Non-Member Our Preschool Summer Camp offers FUN that fits your lifestyle. Choose the session that is best for you! DATES: 6/5-7/31 (9 weekly sessions) 8/7-8/8 (Pay the Day Fun Days) WEEK # DATES THEME DESCRIPTION Week #1 June 5-9 Week #2 June 12-16 Week #3 June 19-23 Week #4 June 26-30 Week #5 July 3, 5-7 Week #6 July 10-14 LET S GET COOKING PRESCHOOL OLYMPICS OUTDOOR EXPLORERS MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC BUDDING ARTISTS SENSORY MAD SCIENCE Healthy foods like fruits and vegetables, smoothies and parfaits will be prepared and eaten by our young chef s! Challenging events provide Fun competition where everyone is a winner @ The YMCA! Activities include nature walks, scavenger hunts, camping activities, nature-themed art projects and much, much more! Children will enjoy singing songs and playing instruments. Exposure to music at an early age supports cognitive, social, and emotional development. These benefits will leave each camper tappin their toes and clappin their hands long after camp is done. Children will create unique artwork using various traditional and non-traditional art mediums, mosaics, and explore basic artistic concepts involving shape, line, color and space. Exploration through experiments and hands-on activities will expand vocabulary while learning and stimulating the five senses. Week #7 July 17-21 Week #8 July 24-28 Week #9 July 31 - August 4 FUN DAYS Aug 7-8 TO INFINITY AND BEYOND JURASSIC JOURNEY OCEAN COMMOTION CAMPERS CHOICE (MINI SESSION) Each day s Cosmic Adventure will engage campers in activities that will develop new skills while connecting with one another as they discover the Wonders of the Universe. This week dinosaurs come back to life! Journey through time back 65 million years. Building sand castles and looking for seashells connect respect at our imaginary beach. Under the Sea Life will be explored and evident through art projects. Anything goes! 10
IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION * Extended policies will be included in our Summer Camp Parent Handbook, which will be provided at our parent orientation.* PARENT ORIENTATION MAY 25, 2017 6:30PM Please attend parent orientation to have all of your questions answered and receive your parent orientation guide. WE ARE A NUT FREE FACILITY! FAMILY CENTRAL Family Central is accepted for our camps. Please be advised that parents are responsible to pay the difference in subsidy. $ 25 SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION FEES Our registration fee is $25 to sign up for camp. Weekly fees are additional. $ 2 WEEKS DEPOSITS Full payment of the first session your child attends as well as a $75/child, non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your child s spot in camp. PAYMENTS Weekly payments are due 2 weeks prior to the week of camp. Payments will be set up on a draft. A late fee of $10 will be assessed for payments received after the payment due date. Draft Due Dates: Week1-5/22, Week 2-5/29, Week 3-6/5 Week 4-6/12, Week 5-6/19, Week 6-6/26, Week 7-7/3, Week 8-7/10, Week 9-7/17, Week 10-7/24 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE We re here for everyone! Financial assistance is available for qualifying families. Must pre-qualify by May 1st. T-SHIRTS Campers receive one free t-shirt. Additional shirts are available for purchase. $10 for each additional t-shirt. WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP Campers will be spending most of the day outdoors. Sunblock must be worn and should be brought for reapplication throughout the day. Campers will also need water, 2 snacks, lunch, swim suit and towel. Participants must wear appropriate clothing and footwear; sandals/ flip flops are not permitted. Call your Camp Director for specifics on what is required for sports and specialty camps. WHAT IS NOT ALLOWED AT CAMP Video games, ipods, cell phones, other electronics or weapons of any kind are not permitted at camp. Playing cards, Yugioh, Silly Bands, etc. are also not permitted. The Peter Blum Family Y is not responsible for lost or damaged personal items. 5 YRS MUST HAVE COMPLETED KINDERGARTEN Children age 5 must have completed Kindergarten in order to register for summer camp at the Peter Blum Family Y (with the exception of Preschool and Special Needs camp). ABOUT OUR Y COUNSELORS While your campers are having fun, you can be sure they are being well cared for in a friendly, safe environment. All YMCA staff receive 40 hours of child care training, universal CPR/First Aid, are background checked and fingerprinted, all before completing the hiring process. Our YMCA Day Camp Counselors are caring role models that make your child s camp experience all it should be. FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING SUMMER CAMP, PLEASE CALL: 561-395-9622 11
2017 SUMMER DAY CAMP Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton 6631 Palmetto Circle South Boca Raton, FL 33433 561.395.9622 SPR-020317-508P /YMCASPBC @YMCAofSPBC ymcaspbc.org /YMCASPBC1 YMCAofSPBC