Summer Camps 2019 ORINDA
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(925) 254-2445
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
ORINDA CAMPS INFORMATION
Choose your own adventure camp guide! Step 1: Select your week Step 2: Find your age Step 3: Choose your adventure! Full-time care and programming available from 7:30 am–6:00 pm, Monday–Friday starting at $380* for Camp Orinda and $440* for adventure camps**. • Fees are $205/$235.75 (NR) for AM Camp only, or PM Camp only, held at the Orinda Community Center. • Fees are $410/$471.50 (NR) if you choose both an AM and PM Camp.* FREE Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 pm); registration is required.** Don’t miss our 2019 Enrichment Program! Weeks 2–5. See page 12 for details.
• AM Extended Care (7:30–9:00 am) and PM Extended Care (4:00–6:00 pm) options are available for an additional $15/$17.25 (NR) each. *Must register for Extended Care. **Material fees may apply and will be collected at registration. All camps will have a 3% facility preservation fee applied.
Get Paid to Have Fun! Have you ever wanted to work with children? Do you function well in a fast-paced, action-packed environment? Do you want to go on fun trips to Waterworld, Six Flags, Sky High and more? Camp Orinda may be the perfect opportunity for you. The City of Orinda is looking for motivated, responsible, outgoing and fun-loving individuals to join our team as camp counselors this summer. Applications and additional questionnaire can be found on our city’s human resources page at: cityoforinda.org. Applications are due 3/15/19. We will contact applicants shortly thereafter to schedule interviews.
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For more information, contact Jackson Stearns at jstearns@cityoforinda.org.
Ages:
Build Your Camp
Extended Care AM or PM, each: $15/$17.25 (NR)
4Y
5Y
6Y
7Y
8Y
Playwell: Intro to STEM with Lego
#1882
Coding: Minecraft Video Game Design
#1695
Tennis, Red Ball $
#1801
Tennis, Orange/Green Dot Ball (9–13Y) $
#1810
Tennis, Adventure $
#1785
#1792
Sports, Flag Football (6.5–11Y) $
#1677
Sports, Mini Hawk $
#1678
Art, Music and Playtime $
#1775
Chess Camp
#1770
FREE Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 pm)
#1697
Decoration Making $
All Day Camp $410/$471.50 (NR)
All Day
all day camp (9 am–4 pm), with free Lunch Bunch!
10–12Y 13–14Y
#1847
#1778
Coding: Intro to Text Based Coding
#1696
and Minecraft
Playwell: STEM Challenge with Lego (7–10Y)
#1883
Mad Science: Crazy Chemistry $
OR... Pick an
9Y
#1948
Mad Science: 3, 2, 1 Blast Off $
AM Camps
Camp Fees AM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) PM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) AM + PM: $410/$471.50 (NR)
3Y
Extended Care AM (7:30–9:00 am)
PM Camps
Pick an AM camp (9 am–12 pm) and PM camp (1 pm–4 pm) to get free Lunch Bunch! Add Extended Care to make it a full day!
WEEK 1: JUNE 10–14
JUNE 10–14 | WEEK 1
Choose your own adventure!
#1848
Musical Theater: Mamma Mia $
#1899
Extended Care PM (4:00–6:00 pm)
#1949
All above camps are located at: Orinda Community Center, Community Center Tennis Courts, or Pine Grove Park
$ Materials fee applies and is collected at registration, please see description.
About Extended Care and Free Lunch Bunch
These options apply to camps located at the Orinda Community Center and Pine Grove Park. Participants MUST register to attend (no drop-in allowed).
Stand-alone camp
WEEK 1
Musical Theater meets at the Orinda Community Center and is eligible for Extended Care and Lunch Bunch (see above listings; registration required).
Ages: 8:45 am– 4:00 pm*
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
6Y
7–9Y
10–12Y
13–16Y
Musical Theater CIT: Mama Mia (11–16Y)
$173/$198.95 (NR)
#1932
*Plus Friday, 5:00–7:30 pm
INFORMATION: (925) 254-2445
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Pick an AM camp (9 am–12 pm) and PM camp (1 pm–4 pm) to get free Lunch Bunch! Add Extended Care to make it a full day! Camp Fees AM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) PM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) AM + PM: $410/$471.50 (NR)
WEEK 2: JUNE 17–21 Ages: 3Y 4Y 5Y 6Y 7Y 8Y 9Y 10–12Y 13–14Y 15–17Y
Build Your Camp
Extended Care AM (7:30–9:00 am) Dance: Trolls Dance $
#1950 #1894
Comic Book Creations (7–11Y) $
#1821
Orinda Kids (OK) Camp:
#1982
Orinda Olympics (3.5–5Y)
AM Camps
JUNE 17–21 | WEEK 2
Choose your own adventure!
Tennis, Red Ball $
#1802
Tennis, Orange/Green Dot Ball (9–13Y) $ Tennis, Adventure $
#1811 #1786
#1793
Advanced Public Speaking and Debate
#1843
Decoration Making $
#1781
Mad Science: Red Hot Robots (7–10Y) $
#1856
Musical Theater: Trolls $
Extended Care AM or PM, each: $15/$17.25 (NR)
#1900
FREE Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 pm)
#1940
PM Camps
Challenge Island: Fortnite
#1830
Art, Music and Playtime $
#1776
Mad Science: Rockin Rockets $
#1849
Sewing: Machine Sewing Fun $
#1707
OR... Pick an
all day camp (9 am–4 pm), with free Lunch Bunch!
All Day Camp Camp Orinda: $350/$402.50 (NR)
All Day
Building Public Speaking and Confidence
#1842
Camp Orinda: Orinda Olympics (6–8Y, 9–11)
#1968
Extended Care PM (4:00–6:00 pm)
#1969
#1958
All above camps are located at: Orinda Community Center, Community Center Tennis Courts, or Pine Grove Park
$ Materials fee applies and is collected at registration, please see description.
Don’t miss our 2019 Enrichment Program! Weeks 2–5. See page 12 for details.
Stand-alone camps
WEEK 2
Musical Theater meets at the Orinda Community Center and is eligible for Extended Care and Lunch Bunch (see above listings; registration required).
Ages: 8:45 am– 12:00 pm
6Y
7–8Y
9–10Y
Musical Theater CIT: Trolls Dance
$95/$109.25 (NR)
All camps will have a 3% facility preservation fee applied.
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Looking for camp descriptions? SEE PAGES 13–21
11Y 12–15Y 16Y #1907
Ages:
Build Your Camp
All Day Camps Camp Orinda: $350/$402.50 (NR) All Others: $410/$471.50 (NR)
5Y
6Y
7Y
8Y
#1983
Tennis, Red Ball $
#1803
Tennis, Orange/Green Dot Ball (9–13Y) $
#1812
Tennis, Adventure $
#1787
Playwell: Jedi Engineering
#1794
#1881
Musical Theater: Annie $
#1896
Incrediflix: Action Movie Flix $
#1857
FREE Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 pm)
#1941
Cooking, Kids Italian Dinner $
PM Camps
10–12Y 13–14Y
#1874
Superheroes Assemble (3.5–5Y)
All Day
9Y
#1951
Orinda Kids (OK) Camp:
OR... Pick an
all day camp (9 am–4 pm), with free Lunch Bunch!
4Y
Art Camp $
Camp Fees AM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) PM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) AM + PM: $410/$471.50 (NR) Extended Care AM or PM, each: $15/$17.25 (NR)
3Y
Extended Care AM (7:30–9:00 am)
AM Camps
Pick an AM camp (9 am–12 pm) and PM camp (1 pm–4 pm) to get free Lunch Bunch! Add Extended Care to make it a full day!
WEEK 3: JUNE 24–28
JUNE 24–28 | WEEK 3
Choose your own adventure!
#1820
Gymnastics
#1836
Little Medical Camp (5–10Y) $
#1825
Art Camp $
#1878
Incrediflix: Minecraft Movie Flix $
#1858
Incrediflix: Combo Camp $
#1865
Musical Theater: The Greatest Showman $
#1925
Camp Orinda: Superheroes (6–8Y, 9–11Y)
#1970
Extended Care PM (4:00–6:00 pm)
#1971 #1959
All above camps are located at: Orinda Community Center, Community Center Tennis Courts, or Pine Grove Park
$ Materials fee applies and is collected at registration, please see description.
About Extended Care and Free Lunch Bunch: These options apply to camps located at the Orinda Community Center and Pine Grove Park. Participants MUST register to attend (no drop-in allowed).
Stand-alone camps
WEEK 3
Musical Theater meets at the Orinda Community Center and is eligible for Extended Care and Lunch Bunch (see above listings; registration required). Basketball camps meet at Wagner Gym.
Ages:
4Y
5Y
6Y
7–8Y
9–10Y
11Y 12–15Y 16Y
8:45 am– 4:00 pm*
Musical Theater CIT: The Greatest Showman $173/$198.95 (NR) | *Plus Friday, 5:00–7:30 pm
#1934
8:45 am– 12:00 pm
Musical Theater CIT: Annie $95/$109.25 (NR)
#1913
9:00 am– 12:00 pm
Sports, Mini Hawk Basketball (4.5–6Y) $ $205/$235.75 (NR)
9:00 am– 12:00 pm
Sports, Basketball (6.5–11Y) $ $205/$235.75 (NR)
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
#1675 #1676
INFORMATION: (925) 254-2445
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Camp Fees AM only: $123/$141.50 (NR) PM only: $123/$141.50 (NR) AM + PM: $246/$282.90 (NR) Extended Care AM or PM, each: $9/$10.35 (NR)
OR... Pick an
all day camp (9 am–4 pm), with free Lunch Bunch!
Camp Orinda $210/$241.50 (NR)
Extended Care AM (7:30–9:00 am)
#1952
Dance: Fun and Easy Folk Dance (6–10Y) $
#1829
Mad Science: Jr. Science Academy $
#1845
AM Camps
Orinda Kids (OK) Camp:
#1984
Fantasyland (3.5–5Y)
Tennis, Red Ball $
#1799
Tennis, Orange/Green Dot Ball (9–13Y) $
#1800
Sewing: Machine $
#1710
Art, Music and Playtime $
#1774
Challenge Island: Island Tube Fever $
#1831
FREE Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 pm)
PM Camps
Pick an AM camp (9 am–12 pm) and PM camp (1 pm–4 pm) to get free Lunch Bunch! Add Extended Care to make it a full day!
WEEK 4: JULY 1–3 Ages: 3Y 4Y 5Y 6Y 7Y 8Y 9Y 10–12Y 13–14Y 15–17Y
Build Your Camp
All Day
JULY 1–3 | WEEK 4
Choose your own adventure!
#1942
Sewing: Machine $
#1819
Art, Music and Playtime $
#1784
Little Medical School: Dental (6–11Y) $
#1826
Chess Camp
#1771
Camp Orinda: Fantasyland (6–8Y, 9–11Y)
#1966
Extended Care PM (4:00–6:00 pm)
#1967
#1960
All above camps are located at: Orinda Community Center, Community Center Tennis Courts, or Pine Grove Park
NO CAMPS HELD THURSDAY, JULY 4 and Friday, July 5. $ Materials fee applies and is collected at registration, please see description.
Don’t miss our 2019 Enrichment Program! Weeks 2–5. See page 12 for details.
All camps will have a 3% facility preservation fee applied.
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Looking for camp descriptions? SEE PAGES 13–21
Ages:
Build Your Camp
Camp Fees AM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) PM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) AM + PM: $410/$471.50 (NR)
4Y
5Y
6Y
7Y
8Y
#1879
Orinda Kids (OK) Camp: Carnival Week (3.5–5Y)
#1985
Playwell: Mine, Craft, Build Adventure Game
#1884
Film, Incrediflix: Green Screen Lego Flix $
#1859
Tennis, Red Ball $
#1804
Tennis, Orange/Green Dot Ball (9–13Y) $
#1813
Tennis, Adventure $
#1788
Sports, Mini Hawk Baseball (4.5–6Y) $
#1795
#1673
Sports, Baseball (6.5–11Y) $
#1674
Soccer: Levels 1–3
#1868
#1869
PM Camps
FREE Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 pm)
All Day
All Day Camps Camp Orinda: $350/$402.50 (NR) All Others: $410/$471.50 (NR)
10–12Y 13–14Y
#1893
Art Camp $
OR... Pick an
9Y
#1953
Dance: Fancy Nancy Dance $
Extended Care AM or PM, each: $15/$17.25 (NR)
all day camp (9 am–4 pm), with free Lunch Bunch!
3Y
Extended Care AM (7:30–9:00 am)
AM Camps
Pick an AM camp (9 am–12 pm) and PM camp (1 pm–4 pm) to get free Lunch Bunch! Add Extended Care to make it a full day!
WEEK 5: JULY 8–12
JULY 8–12 | WEEK 5
Choose your own adventure!
#1870
#1943
Peforming Arts: Show Choir—Contemporary Hits
#1832
Playwell: Mine, Craft, Build Survival Game (7–10Y)
#1885
Art Camp $
#1876
Film, Incrediflix: Animation Flix $
#1860
Film, Incrediflix: Combo Camp $
#1866
Musical Theater: Hamilton $
#1927
Camp Orinda: Carnival Week (6–8Y, 9–11Y)
#1972
Extended Care PM (4:00–6:00 pm)
#1973 #1961
All above camps are located at: Orinda Community Center, Community Center Tennis Courts, or Pine Grove Park
$ Materials fee applies and is collected at registration, please see description.
About Extended Care and Free Lunch Bunch: These options apply to camps located at the Orinda Community Center and Pine Grove Park. Participants MUST register to attend (no drop-in allowed).
Stand-alone camps
WEEK 5
Musical Theater meets at the Orinda Community Center and is eligible for Extended Care and Lunch Bunch (registration required).
Ages:
6Y
7–8Y
9–10Y
11Y 12–15Y 16Y
8:45 am–12:00 pm
Dance CIT: Fancy Nancy Dance
8:45 am–4:00 pm*
Musical Theater CIT: Hamilton $173/$199 (NR) | *Plus Friday, 5:00–7:30 pm
#1936
9:00 am–4:00 pm
Camp Orinda: Counselor in Training (CIT) $175/$201.25 (NR)
#1992
|
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
$95/$109.25 (NR)
INFORMATION: (925) 254-2445
#1919
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Pick an AM camp (9 am–12 pm) and PM camp (1 pm–4 pm) to get free Lunch Bunch! Add Extended Care to make it a full day! Camp Fees AM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) PM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) AM + PM: $410/$471.50 (NR)
Extended Care AM (7:30–9:00 am)
$350/$402.50 (NR) All Others: $410/$471.50 (NR)
#1827
(6–10Y) $
Orinda Kids (OK) Camp:
#1986
Under the Sea (3.5–5Y)
Musical Theater: Wizard of Oz $
#1897
Tennis, Red Ball $
#1805
Tennis, Orange/Green Dot Ball (9–13Y) $ Tennis, Adventure $
#1814 #1789
Sports, Mini-Hawk: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Track & Field (4.5–6Y) $
#1796
#1685
Sports, Multi-Sport (6.5–11Y) $
#1688
Mad Science: NASA (6–11Y) $
#1850
FREE Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 pm)
PM Camps All Day Camps
#1822
Little Medical School: Wilderness
OR... Pick an
Camp Orinda:
#1954
Comic Book Camp (7–11Y) $
Extended Care AM or PM, each: $15/$17.25 (NR)
#1944
Chess
#1772
Writing, Creative $
#1839
Speech Writing
#1844
Musical Theater: The Greatest Showman $
All Day
all day camp (9 am–4 pm), with free Lunch Bunch!
WEEK 6: JULY 15–19 Ages: 3Y 4Y 5Y 6Y 7Y 8Y 9Y 10–12Y 13–14Y 15–17Y
Build Your Camp
AM Camps
JULY 15–19 | WEEK 6
Choose your own adventure!
#1928
Camp Orinda: Under the Sea (6–8Y, 9–11Y)
#1974
#1975
Extended Care PM (4:00–6:00 pm)
#1962
All above camps are located at: Orinda Community Center, Community Center Tennis Courts, or Pine Grove Park
$ Materials fee applies and is collected at registration, please see description.
About Extended Care and Free Lunch Bunch: These options apply to camps located at the Orinda Community Center and Pine Grove Park. Participants MUST register to attend (no drop-in allowed).
Stand-alone camps 8:45 am–
WEEK 6
Musical Theater meets at the Orinda Community Center and is eligible 12:00 pm for Extended Care and Lunch Bunch (see above listings; registration required).
8:45 am– 4:00 pm* 8:45 am– 12:00 pm 9:00 am– 3:30 8:45 pm am– 4:00 pm* All camps will have a 3% facility preservation fee applied.
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9:00 am– am– 7:30 4:00 pm pm 5:30
Ages: Musical Theater CIT: Wizard of Oz $95/$109.25 (NR)
6Y
7–8Y
9–10Y
11Y 12–15Y 16Y #1922
Musical Theater CIT: The Greatest Showman
$173/$198.95 (NR)
#1937
Camp Orinda: Counselor in Training (CIT) $175/$201.25 (NR)
#1993
*Plus Friday, 5:00–7:30 pm
Looking for camp descriptions? SEE PAGES 13–21
Ages: 3Y
Build Your Camp
#1955
Dance: Frozen $
#1895
Musical Theater: Cinderella $
#1898
Playwell: Robotics Using LEGO WeDo System
#1886
Orinda Kids (OK) Camp:
#1987
Nature Week (3.5–5Y)
Tennis, Red Ball $
#1806
Tennis, Orange/Green Dot Ball (9–13Y) $
Camp Fees AM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) PM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) AM + PM: $410/$471.50 (NR)
#1815
Sports, Mini Hawks Soccer (4.5–6Y) $
#1681
Sports, Soccer (6.5–11Y) $
#1682
FREE Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 pm)
#1945
Chess
PM Camps
Extended Care AM or PM, each: $15/$17.25 (NR)
4Y 5Y 6Y 7Y 8Y 9Y 10–12Y 13–14Y 15–17Y
Extended Care AM (7:30–9:00 am)
AM Camps
Pick an AM camp (9 am–12 pm) and PM camp (1 pm–4 pm) to get free Lunch Bunch! Add Extended Care to make it a full day!
WEEK 7: JULY 22–26
#1773
Sewing, Machine Sewing Fun $
#1841
Writing, Creative $
#1838
Performing Arts: Orinda’s Got Talent
#1835
Playwell: Robotics Using LEGO EV3 System
OR... Pick an
All Day Camps
Camp Orinda:
$350/$402.50 (NR) All Others: $410/$471.50 (NR)
#1887
Musical Theater: Grease $
All Day
all day camp (9 am–4 pm), with free Lunch Bunch!
JULY 22–26 | WEEK 7
Choose your own adventure!
#1929
Camp Orinda: Nature Week (6–8Y, 9–11Y)
#1976
#1977
Extended Care PM (4:00–6:00 pm)
#1963
All above camps are located at: Orinda Community Center, Community Center Tennis Courts, or Pine Grove Park
$ Materials fee applies and is collected at registration, please see description.
Stand-alone camps
WEEK 7
Musical Theater meets at the Orinda Community Center and is eligible for Extended Care and Lunch Bunch (see above listings; registration required). Basketball camps meet at Wagner Gym.
Ages: 8:45 am– 12:00 pm
Dance CIT: Frozen
8:45 am– 12:00 pm
Musical Theater CIT: Cinderella
8:45 am– 4:00 pm*
Musical Theater CIT: Grease $173/$198.95 (NR) | *Plus Friday, 5:00–7:30 pm
9:00 am– 12:00 pm
Sports, Mini Hawk Basketball (4.5–6Y) $ $95/$109.25 (NR)
9:00 am– 12:00 pm
Sports, Basketball (6.5–11Y) $
9:00 am– 4:00 pm
Camp Orinda: Counselor in Training (CIT) $175/$201.25 (NR)
|
4Y
5Y
6Y
7–8Y
9–10Y
$95/$109.25 (NR)
|
|
#1920
$95/$109.25 (NR)
#1923 #1938 #1692
$95/$109.25 (NR)
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
11Y 12–15Y 16Y
#1693 #1994
INFORMATION: (925) 254-2445
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Pick an AM camp (9 am–12 pm) and PM camp (1 pm–4 pm) to get free Lunch Bunch! Add Extended Care to make it a full day! Camp Fees AM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) PM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) AM + PM: $410/$471.50 (NR)
WEEK 8: JULY 29–AUGUST 2 Ages:
Build Your Camp
3Y
4Y 5Y 6Y 7Y 8Y 9Y 10–12Y 13–14Y 15–17Y
Extended Care AM (7:30–9:00 am)
#1956
Art Camp $
#1875
Comic Book (7–11Y) $
#1823
Dance: Disney $
#1918
Orinda Kids (OK) Camp:
#1988
Science Explorers (3.5–5Y)
AM Camps
JULY 29–AUGUST 2 | WEEK 8
Choose your own adventure!
Mad Science: Eureka $
#1852
Tennis, Red Ball $
#1807
Tennis, Orange/Green Dot Ball (9–13Y) $
#1816
Tennis, Adventure $
#1790
Soccer: Levels 1–3
#1871
Sports, Mini-Hawk Football (4.5–6Y) $
Extended Care AM or PM, each: $15/$17.25 (NR)
#1797 #1872
#1873
#1686
Sports, Football (6.5–11Y) $
#1690
FREE Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 pm)
#1946
PM Camps
Sewing, Machine Sewing Fun $
#1711
Mad Science: Advanced Robot $
#1853
Gymnastics
#1837
Art Camp $
#1877
Performing Arts:
#1834
OR... Pick an
all day camp (9 am–4 pm), with free Lunch Bunch!
Camp Orinda $350/$402.50 (NR)
All Day
Create, Collaborate, Perform $
Camp Orinda: Science Explorers
#1978
(6–8Y, 9–11Y)
Extended Care PM (4:00–6:00 pm)
#1979
#1964
All above camps are located at: Orinda Community Center, Community Center Tennis Courts, or Pine Grove Park
$ Materials fee applies and is collected at registration, please see description.
Stand-alone camps Ages:
6Y
WEEK 8 7–8Y
9–10Y
11Y
8:45 pm– 12:00 pm
Dance CIT: Disney $95/$109.25 (NR)
#1921
9:00 am– 4:00 pm
Camp Orinda: Counselor in Training (CIT) $175/$201.25 (NR)
#1995
All camps will have a 3% facility preservation fee applied.
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12–15Y
Looking for camp descriptions? SEE PAGES 13–21
16Y
Ages:
Build Your Camp
Camp Fees AM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) PM only: $205/$235.75 (NR) AM + PM: $410/$471.50 (NR)
3Y
4Y
5Y
6Y
7Y
Extended Care AM (7:30–9:00 am)
#1889
Using Lego Materials
Musical Theater: Mary Poppins $
#1904
Orinda Kids (OK) Camp: Wild West Week (3.5–5Y)
#1989
Tennis, Red Ball $
#1808
Tennis, Orange/Green Dot Ball (9–13Y) $
#1817
Tennis, Adventure $
#1791
#1798
Sports, Summer Camp Olympics (6.5–11Y) $
#1680
Sports, Mini-Hawk
#1687
(Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Track & Field) $
FREE Lunch Bunch (12:00–1:00 pm)
#1947
PM Camps
Little Medical School: Veterinary $
#1828
Decoration Making $
#1779
Film, Incrediflix: Action Stop Motion $
#1862
Playwell: Harry Potter Magical Engineering
#1888
Using Lego Materials (7–10Y)
Film, Incrediflix: Combo Camp $
All Day
10–12Y 13–14Y
#1861
Playwell: Harry Potter Magical Engineering
OR... Pick an
9Y
#1777
Film, Incrediflix: Go Pro Flix $
Extended Care AM or PM, each: $15/$17.25 (NR)
all day camp (9 am–4 pm), with free Lunch Bunch!
8Y
#1957
Art, Music and Playtime $
AM Camps
Pick an AM camp (9 am–12 pm) and PM camp (1 pm–4 pm) to get free Lunch Bunch! Add Extended Care to make it a full day!
WEEK 9: AUGUST 5–9
AUGUST 5–9 | WEEK 9
Choose your own adventure!
#1867
Musical Theater: Hamilton $
#1931
Camp Orinda: Wild West Week (6–8Y, 9–11Y)
#1980
#1991
All Day Camps
Camp Orinda:
$350/$402.50 (NR) All Others: $410/$471.50 (NR)
Extended Care PM (4:00–6:00 pm)
#1965
All above camps are located at: Orinda Community Center, Community Center Tennis Courts, or Pine Grove Park
$ Materials fee applies and is collected at registration, please see description.
About Extended Care and Free Lunch Bunch: These options apply to camps located at the Orinda Community Center and Pine Grove Park. Participants MUST register to attend (no drop-in allowed).
Stand-alone camp
WEEK 9
Musical Theater meets at the Orinda Community Center and is eligible for Extended Care (see above listings; registration required).
Ages: 8:45 am– 12:00 pm 8:45 am– 4:00 pm*
6Y
7–8Y
Musical Theater CIT: Mary Poppins
$95/$109.25 (NR)
9–10Y
11Y 12–15Y 16Y #1924
Musical Theater CIT: Hamilton
$173/$198.95 (NR)
#1939
*Plus Friday, 5:00–7:30 pm
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
INFORMATION: (925) 254-2445
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SUMMER ENRICHMENT | WEEKS 2–5
SUMMER ENRICHMENT 2019
a Summer Kin d n i r O dergarten S t p a m r t Progra Ju m! Our Fabulous Five Senses! LOCATION: ANNOUNCED IN MAY 2019 ENTERING KINDERGARTEN OR TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM DIRECTOR: JIM BARTLEMAN
A 3-hour class for students who will enter Kindergarten or Transitional Kindergarten in the Fall of 2019, we proudly present “Our Fabulous Five Senses!”, featuring our 4-week kindergarten preparation curriculum, lovingly taught by an Orinda kindergarten teacher with over 40 years of experience in Orinda Kindergarten classrooms! This unique class has been specially designed to ease incoming K-kids into school with a love of learning and a positive jumping start on socialization! The morning exactly mimics a regular kindergarten school day. Our Five Senses theme features a fun look at exactly how we see, hear, touch, smell and taste, and also how we use our senses to make sense of our world! Our busy mornings will feature many stories, crafts and other senses-related readiness activities in beginning reading, writing, math and science. Lots of fun and study for our newest students! Every student will receive quality instruction in singing, drawing and woodworking, learning several songs, making directed drawings in a sketchbook, and building many crafts and wood projects to take home, including a loop viewer, a working banjo, an animation flipper and so many more! Join us next June for a Super Sensory preparation summer! June 17–July 12, Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–12:00 pm #2154 $600/$690 (NR) No camp 7/4
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Please find camp descriptions listed in alphabetical order. All camps are located at the Orinda Community Center unless otherwise stated.
Extended Care Options
Art Camp
AM Extended Care
WEEKS: 1–9 The City offers morning extended care from 7:30 am–9:00 am. Staff provides games, activities and crafts for your child until it is time for their morning camp. At 9:00 am all campers will be dropped off at their morning camp (this only pertains to camps taking place at the Orinda Community Center). Space is limited, sign your child up today and choose your own adventure! Pair morning extended care with lunch bunch and afternoon extended care to create an all-day (7:30 am–6:00 pm) camp for your child. AGES: 4–14Y+
INSTRUCTOR: CITY STAFF
$15/$17.25 PER WEEK
Lunch Bunch
WEEKS: 1–9 Let us create a full day camp for you, as you choose your own adventure! If your child is enrolled in a morning camp at the Orinda Community Center and an afternoon camp at the Orinda Community Center, City Camp Staff will pick your child up, supervise a lunch period (camper MUST bring their own lunch), play fun games and create exciting projects with them. At the conclusion of each lunch bunch, staff will drop your child off at their afternoon camp. Lunch Care is provided FREE! Pair this with morning and afternoon extended care to create an all-day (7:30 am–6:00 pm) camp for your child. Registration required. AGES: 4–14Y+
CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
Welcome to Camp descriptions!
WEEKS: 3, 5, 8 Students learn new skills, use a variety of media, and extend their understanding of art concepts. Each week has a different theme. Spend a week drawing, painting, and creating 3-dimensional art. Daily projects incorporate a variety of skills and use media such as graphite and colored pencils, watercolor and tempura paints, pastels, paper mache, yarn, and other materials. Bring a daily snack. A $25 materials fee is due at registration. AGES: 5–9Y
INSTRUCTOR: SUSAN MCALLISTER
Art, Music and Playtime
WEEKS: 1, 2, 4, 9 Children will use their creative energy during this summer camp filled with art projects, music, and dance. Children will use mixed media to create fun art projects to take home. Please bring a daily snack. A $25 material fee is due at registration. AGES: 4–7Y
INSTRUCTOR: LEMON BLOSSOMS CREATIONS STAFF
INSTRUCTOR: CITY STAFF
PM Extended Care
WEEKS: 1–9 The City offers afternoon extended care from 4:00 pm–6:00 pm. Staff provides games, activities and crafts for your child after their afternoon camp. At 4:00 pm all campers will be picked up from their afternoon camp (this only pertains to camps taking place at the Orinda Community Center) and supervise them until pick up by parents any time before 6:00 pm. Space is limited, sign your child up today and choose your own adventure! Pair morning extended care with lunch bunch and afternoon extended care to create an all-day (7:30 am–6:00 pm) camp for your child. AGES: 4–14Y+
INSTRUCTOR: CITY STAFF
$15/$17.25 PER WEEK
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
INFORMATION: (925) 254-2445
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CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
Camp Orinda
WEEKS: 2–9 Camp Orinda is back and better than ever! Each summer, Camp Orinda offers the best full-day traditional camp experience for active kids, looking for adventure. Each week features fun camp themes, games, crafts, sports, and more designed to keep your camper engaged, learning, and having fun. Each week also includes two awesome field trips, all expenses paid, to places kids love throughout the Bay Area including: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Sky High, Exploratorium, and more. Extended Care available through Orinda Community Center. No camp July 4th and 5th. Field trips are subject to change. ORINDA COMMUNITY CENTER & PARK • AGES: JUNIORS, 6–8Y • SENIORS, 9–11Y • INSTRUCTOR: CITY STAFF
WEEK 2, ORINDA OLYMPICS
WEEK 6, UNDER THE SEA
Every camper wins gold this week as we learn about the Olympics through fun and active sports and games. Campers learn about different countries too while we compete in the 2nd Annual Orinda Olympics! Field trips: Sky high, Pump it Up.
Dive into the deep blue sea! We’ll explore the deep, searching for giant squid, mermaids, and most importantly—fun! Field trips: Antioch Aquatic Center, Silliman Aquatic Park.
WEEK 3, SUPERHEROES
Welcome to the jungle, and plains, and forests—welcome to Nature Week! This week we’ll learn about nature, animals, and the natural world around us. We’ll take “nature walks” through the park, learn about local plant and animal life, make fun nature collages and visit our animal friends at the Oakland Zoo and Curiodyssey in San Mateo! Field trips: Oakland Zoo, Curiodyssey.
The city needs your help! With your awesome powers only you can save the day and defeat the forces of evil! Campers learn about their favorite comic heroes while creating their own adventures using their strongest special power—imagination! Field trips: Cal High Pool, Hurricane Harbor.
WEEK 4, FANTASYLAND
Dragons, Knights, Queens, and Kings await in Camp Orinda Fantasyland! Bring your wildest dreams to life with the magic spells and potions we’ll cook up this week. Field trip: Lake Anza. No camp July 4 and 5.
WEEK 5, CARNIVAL WEEK
Join us this week for a 3 ring circus of fun! Campers will juggle, tumble, laugh and play as they unleash their inner circus clowns. Activities include face painting, juggling lessons, circus games and more. Field trips: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Cal Academy of Sciences.
WEEK 7, NATURE WEEK
WEEK 8, SCIENCE EXPLORERS
3,2,1… We have Ignition! Blast off with us this week as we learn about space and the wide world of science. Field trips: Exploratorium, Six Flags, Discovery Kingdom.
WEEK 9, WILD WEST WEEK
The Old West takes over Camp Orinda—cowboys, horses, bandits, cattle drives, and more come to life as campers make their own Wild West adventures. We’ll end our summer with a camp wide cookout! Field trips: Scandia, Boomers.
Camp Orinda: Counselor in Training (CIT)
WEEKS: 5–8 New this summer! Counselor in Training Camp (CIT) Camp is perfect for teens interested in having fun while developing leadership skills. CIT Camp is built on three pillars—Leadership, volunteerism, and fun! Over the course of each weekly session CITs learn and develop the skills necessary to be not only great camp counselors, but leaders. When they’re not learning leadership skills and helping the community, CITs get to have fun, attending two field trips each week with Camp Orinda. If your teen is interested in working with youth, helping the community, and making friends this summer CIT Camp is perfect for you. AGES: 12–15
INSTRUCTOR: CITY STAFF
WEEK 5: JULY 8–12
WEEK 7: JULY 22–26
Field trips: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Cal Academy of Sciences.
Field trips: Oakland Zoo, Curiodyssey.
WEEK 6: JULY 15–19
Field trips: Exploratorium, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom.
Challenge Island, Fortnite
Challenge Island, Island Tube Fever
WEEK 8: JULY 29–AUGUST 2
Field trips: Antioch Aquatic Park, Silliman Aquatic Park.
WEEK: 2 Floss on over to CI’s royally popular Fort Island Camp! You and your squad will ride your balloon bus into into an unforgettable computer-and-violence-free adventure inspired by the world’s most popular game. You’ll build walls, stairs, and STEAMtastic shelters; you’ll land in Slanted Towers, Treasure Lake and your other Fort Island hotspots; you’ll design your own skins, practice your favorite dance moves, and make up some new dances of your own. This Challenge Island Camp Royale promises to be a Slurp-Juicy Kids-Choice experience! AGES: 6–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: CHALLENGE ISLAND STAFF
WEEK: 4 Unbox your creativity for Challenge Island’s YouTube Fever Camp! You and your tribe will build your own studio and take part in a whole haul of super tuber activities from pranks to parodies to exciting challenges; from slime to science experiments to kinetic sand; from DIYs to Q & As to your favorite YouTube stars! 95% Hands-On-You-Tube-Inspired Fun and 5% filming and safely posting videos to our Challenge Island YouTube Channel, this camp adds up to a not to be missed Kids’ Choice Extravaganza! A $20 materials fee is due at registration. AGES: 6–12Y
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INSTRUCTOR: CHALLENGE ISLAND STAFF
Chess Camp
AGE: 6–12Y
CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
WEEKS: 1, 4, 6, 7 Immerse yourself in the exciting world of chess! Chess is fun, and can be learned quickly and easily! If you are new to chess or just polishing your skills, come develop your understanding and enjoyment of the king of games. In addition to the thrill of the game, students of chess have been shown to gain improvement in test results in reading, science, and math, as well as growth in other cognitive skills. The Berkeley Chess School is an affiliate of the U.S. Chess Federation. Boards and sets provided. INSTRUCTOR: BERKELEY CHESS SCHOOL
Coding, Intro to Text Based Coding and Minecraft
WEEK: 1 Join us to unlock the full potential of Minecraft! In this exciting camp designed for kids who are ready to learn how to hack cheat codes into Minecraft, we utilize the in-game command line to create instant changes in the virtual world. Coders will learn the syntax, methods, and arguments necessary to instantly spawn anything from a chicken to an Ender Dragon or even build a custom TNT cannon! AGES 7–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: CODE TO THE FUTURE
Coding, Minecraft Video Game Design
WEEK: 1
Learn how to speak the language of computers! Campers will dive into the exciting world of computer coding through Scratch, developed at MIT. Scratch is a block-based application designed to make it simple for anyone to learn programming. Throughout the camp, coders create Minecraft themed projects like an epic ghast busters battle game or a “choose your own adventure” story! The possibilities to create are endless! AGES 7–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: CODE TO THE FUTURE
WEEKS: 2, 6, 8 From creating and drawing a wide array of fun characters, to telling a compelling tale with a strong beginning, middle, and end, every student will be guided through the process of making their very own comic book from start to finish. Drawing and storyboarding are made simple through step-by-step examples. Each student will create their own complete comic book this adventure of character drawing and storytelling! A $22 materials fee due at registration. INSTRUCTOR: VILLAGE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Cooking, Kids Italian Dinner
WEEK: 3
It’s time to cook again. Come and join us for a five-day Italian dinner camp. Half way through our camp we will make a shopping list for our ingredients and go to Safeway to purchase the ingredients for our next day’s class. We will learn to make Fettuccine Al Alfredo, Foccaia (bread) Bowtie pasta with Bolognese sauce to Cannoli (stuffed cookie shells with cream and chocolate chips and everything in between Mange’ Mange’. Kids love to eat what they cook and make new friends in the process. Please let the instructor know about any food allergies before class begins. A $25 materials fee due at registration. AGES 6–12Y
WEEKS: 2, 5, 7, 8 For Campers Ages 11–16, entering 6th grade. Our CIT Program is for older campers who are interested in taking on more responsibility and developing leadership skills. CITs are teamed up with an experienced instructor to assist a group of younger dancers; CIT’s will learn how to lead dance warm ups, stretches and story dances. They will also help children with craft making and snack. The CIT Program is available for single or multiple weeks and has half the fees as the regular camp program. AGES 11–16Y
Comic Book Camp
AGES 7–11Y
Dance: Camp CIT (Counselor in Training)
INSTRUCTOR: KIDS ’N DANCE STAFF
Dance: Disney Dance
WEEK: 8 Come to a new adventure every day, 101 Dalmatians escape from Cruella, Tinkerbell must get everything ready before the first flower blooms, Lion King—Simba runs away to the jungle and returns as king, Aristocats—street cats and indoor cats make friends, and Peter Pan escapes from the pirates! A $25 materials fee due at registration. AGES 3–5Y
INSTRUCTOR: KIDS ’N DANCE STAFF
Dance: Fancy Nancy Dance
WEEK: 5 Have a tea party, dance The Flutter of Butterfly’s, have a fashion boutique dance show, be Angelina ballerina and dance a princess dance. A $25 materials fee due at registration. AGES 3–5Y
INSTRUCTOR: KIDS ’N DANCE STAFF
Dance: Frozen Dance
WEEK: 7 Anna & Krisstoff are in a fast sled in search for Elsa, build a snowman, use your super magic to turn the land to ice, and meet the Trolls. A $25 materials fee due at registration. AGES 3–5Y
INSTRUCTOR: KIDS ’N DANCE STAFF
Dance: Trolls Dance
WEEK: 2
It’s Happy Hug time with the trolls! Everybody Party and say “leaves!” Escape from the Bergins, Transform with I’m coming out, and go on an ice skating adventure. Dance the story of the Trolls including ballet and hip hop. A $25 materials fee due at registration. AGES 3–5Y
INSTRUCTOR: KIDS ’N DANCE STAFF
INSTRUCTOR: CHEF LYNDA
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
INFORMATION: (925) 254-2445
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CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
Dance: Fun and Easy Folk Dance
WEEK: 4 Learn fun and easy folk dances from Europe! Children ages 6–10 will learn a warm up exercise, basis of rhythm, clapping and learning to circle o the right and left. No experience necessary! Dancers will take a break mid-morning for a fun art project. Dances will include Hungary, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania, and Israel, among others. Dancers should bring a water bottle, one small snack and comfortable closed toed shoes. A $15 materials fee is due at registration. AGES 6–10Y
INSTRUCTOR: ANASTASIA HEROLDOVA
Decoration Making Camps
WEEK: 9 Traditional filmmaking has never been like this! No tripods—it’s all about new ways to capture movement as the camera becomes part of the process. Students work in groups to experiment with techniques and tricks behind creating truly unique GoPro movies! Movies will be available for download one month after program ends. A $35 production fee due to instructor at the first day of camp. AGES: 7–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: INCREDIFLIX STAFF
Film, Incrediflix, Action Stop Motion
WEEK: 9
Join us for a camp filled with decoration making and crafts. Learn how to make fun and creative art projects. During this camp, we will be teaching students how to work with different media to create fun decorations. Perfect for children who love to craft! Each week will be filled with new decorations and crafts. Bring a daily snack. A $25 materials fee is due at registration.
Using stop motion tricks to create fires, explosions and floods, characters can battle it out or work together to save the day in this action-packed stop motion class featuring Roblox characters. Students work in groups to storyboard, create the action, film, and add voice-overs. Movies will be available for download one month after program ends. A $35 production fee due to instructor at the first day of camp.
AGES 7–14Y
AGES: 7–12Y
WEEKS: 1, 2, 9
INSTRUCTOR: LEMON BLOSSOM CREATIONS
Film, Incrediflix, Action Movie Flix
WEEK: 3 The favorite from 2018 is back! Students use a green screen, camera tricks & FX to create their own live-action action adventure movie. They’ll collaborate to write, act, & direct in this action packed movie where kids will be taught action choreography to thrill the audience. Movies will be available for download one month after program ends. A $35 production fee due at registration. AGES 7–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: INCREDIFLIX STAFF
Film, Incrediflix, Green Screen Lego Flix
WEEK: 5 Bring Lego stop-motion animation to the next level! Students transport their Lego worlds using green screen technology, then bring it to life in movies students will storyboard, shoot, and voice-over in age-appropriate groups. Movies will be available for download one month after program ends. A $35 production fee due to instructor at the first day of camp. AGES: 7–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: INCREDIFLIX STAFF
Film, Incrediflix, Minecraft Movie Flix
WEEK: 3 Kids love Minecraft! New for 2019—more set design features like lava-rivers and torches! Using stop-motion animation students will bring Steve, Alex, and more to life in movies they’ll storyboard, shoot and voice-over in age-appropriate groups. Movies will be available for download one month after program ends. A $35 production fee due to instructor at the first day of camp AGES: 7–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: INCREDIFLIX STAFF
Film, Incrediflix, Animation Flix
WEEK: 5
All new animations for 2019! In this fast paced class, students create up to four stop-motion movies using dinosaurs, paper cartoons, white board, and a free choice where students get to choose from PlayDoh, jewels, or items brought from home. Movies will be available for download one month after program ends. A $35 production fee due to instructor at the first day of camp AGES: 7–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: INCREDIFLIX STAFF
All camps will have a 3% facility preservation fee applied.
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Film, Incrediflix, Go Pro Flix
INSTRUCTOR: INCREDIFLIX STAFF
Gymnastics Camp
WEEKS: 3, 8 Great fun is planned for your camper this summer. This camp is designed to introduce young children to the sport of gymnastics. Children learn beginning gymnastics and tumbling skills, working on bars, low balance beams, mini-trampolines, vaulting blocks and barrels and incline mats. Each day children also participate in other group activities such as ball games, music activities, parachute, and relay and circuit races. Students are introduced to strength and flexibility exercises with fun and challenging games. During the child’s rest time, they explore a variety of craft projects and other hands-on activities. AGES: 4–7Y
INSTRUCTOR: CALIFORNIA GYMNASTICS
Little Medical Camp
WEEK: 3
Discover the fascinating science of the human body with Little Medical School! Through hands-on crafts, games and role playing, participants will learn STEM concepts in a fun and unique way! From broken bones, to stitches, there’s something for every future healthcare provider and science lover. Each student will receive a working stethoscope and a variety of projects. A $30 materials fee is due at registration. AGES: 5–10Y
INSTRUCTOR: LITTLE MEDICAL SCHOOL STAFF
Little Medical School, Dental
WEEK: 4 How many teeth do babies have? Kids? Adults? Have you ever had a cavity? Root Canal? Braces? X-ray? Come learn the answers and other cool dental procedures. Enjoy coloring parts of the tooth like enamel, dentin, pulp, and gums. You will prepare and fill a tooth cavity. We provide you with a model of a mouth to experiment on. There are plenty of games, activities and worksheets along the way. A $25 materials fee is due at registration. AGES: 6–11Y
INSTRUCTOR: LITTLE MEDICAL SCHOOL STAFF
Little Medical School, Veterinary
WEEK: 9 In Little Veterinarian School, children learn to make important measurements on their very own stuffed animal dog. Students will learn how much water their dogs need in a day. They will also learn how to remove ticks using proper techniques & learn the importance of vaccines. A $25 materials fee is due at registration. AGES: 5–10Y
INSTRUCTOR: LITTLE MEDICAL SCHOOL STAFF
WEEK: 6 Join Little Medical School and discover the exciting world of Wilderness Medicine! Explore STEM concepts and gain valuable outdoor skills through interactive role playing, and crafts. Topics include weather exposure emergencies, snake bites, and more! Each participant will receive a variety of projects. A $25 materials fee is due at registration. AGES: 6–10Y
INSTRUCTOR: LITTLE MEDICAL SCHOOL STAFF
Mad Science, 3, 2, 1 Blast Off
WEEK: 1
Yes we are Rocket Scientists! And you can be too! Blast to the top of the class with an in depth look at all things ROCKET! This action-packed week will focus solely on rockets and the physics of rocket flight. After learning the model rocket safety code, campers will build a number of different rockets and participate in the launching, mission control, propulsion, and finally recovery of the rockets they build. Campers will be divided into three groups: altitude trackers, launch preparation, and launchers. Every camper will have an opportunity to try all three. The topics will not necessarily follow this order. However, each of these topics will be included at some point in the camp. A $35 materials fee due at registration. AGES: 7–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: MAD SCIENCE STAFF
Mad Science, Crazy Chemistry
WEEK: 1
Shake up a flask of fun in the lab as a junior chemist! These five half days of chemistry are packed solid with cool reactions. We’ll explore and create exciting chemical reactions, make colorful concoctions and bubbling brews. Amaze yourself with magical temperature changing baggie science or growing ghost crystals. Study the chemistry involved in not-so-simple things like chalk and soap, and even experiment with the chemistry used by artists, spies and detectives! Chemists bring home a project each day. Hop on board the chemistry express this summer for a high-speed science experience! A $35 materials fee is due at registration. AGES: 7–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: MAD SCIENCE STAFF
Mad Science, Eureka
WEEK: 8 Inventing means curiosity, practicality, necessity, cooperating and dreaming! Join us as we take students on a historical journey with a hands-on approach learning about some of the worlds’ greatest inventors from Leonardo da Vinci to Tesla to Thomas Edison to the Wright Brothers. We challenge our class to use their imaginations and creativity to survive on a deserted island by designing devices to capture food and water, by building bridges, shelters and even a boat to make it off the island. We will put our heads together to imagine the future in space focusing on creating inventions to protect space ships from damaging space rays and designing a safety capsules for payloads returning from space. These are only a few examples. While Thomas Edison said “invention is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration,” this camp is 100% FUN! An additional $35 materials fee will be added at registration. AGES: 6–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: MAD SCIENCE STAFF
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
Mad Science, Jr. Science Academy
WEEK: 4 During this exciting week of fun, interactive programming, our professionally trained Mad Scientists will take your kindergarten camper on a thrilling journey of amazing scientific discoveries. Through amazing, hands-on experiments and demonstrations the fascinating world of dinosaurs, chemical reactions & bubbling potions, erupting volcanoes, ooey-gooey slime, space and much, much more will be explored. Each day children will make cool take-home activities which they will be excited to bring home to show off. Camp-Day Themes include: My Senses, Our World, Bugs, Engineers, Chemistry. A $35 materials fee due at registration. AGES: 4–6Y
INSTRUCTOR: MAD SCIENCE STAFF
Mad Science, NASA
CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
Little Medical School, Wilderness
WEEK: 6 Mad Science and NASA have teamed up to bring you the excitement and wonder of space in this new voyage of discovery. From the Earth’s atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system, join us and discover the mysteries of space, planets, stars, and more! Watch star dust burn, and journey through a galaxy as you investigate the life cycle of stars. Explore the farthest reaches of our solar system and create a lunar eclipse in this “mad” planetary tour. Probe the mysteries of meteors and bounce around satellite light as you learn about space phenomena. Learn about the four forces of flight, living in space, and the challenges of space travel. Last but not least, learn about the secrets of rocket science and even participate in a live rocket launch. Join our space academy this summer for some out of this world fun! A $35 materials fee will be added at registration. AGES: 6–11Y
INSTRUCTOR: MAD SCIENCE STAFF
Mad Science, Red Hot Robots
WEEK: 2 Join Mad Science and our Radical Robots for a scientific journey through circuitry and sensors. Explore several different types of robots….robots that follow lines and sounds, robotic arms like the ones you see in the big factories on TV (well, smaller than that, but you get the picture). You will even play tag with robots that you control! Complete the camp by building your own robot to take home! A $35 materials fee is due at registration. AGES: 7–10Y
INSTRUCTOR: MAD SCIENCE STAFF
Mad Science, Rockin Rockets
WEEK: 2 Let your imagination take flight as we join Sir Isaac Newton and prepare for aerospace adventures with his laws of motion. Design, build, and test fantastic flying creations including kites, planes, rockets, hovercrafts, and more. Learn all about the Wright brothers and their numerous contributions to aviation. Discover the star secrets of the universe with you own planisphere. Experiment with the laws of physics, gravity and motion during this amazing week of hands-on fun. Join your fellow astronauts as we send an awesome Mad Science rocket to the moon…well at least into the sky! It will be a blast! A $35 materials fee due at registration. AGES: 8–12
INSTRUCTOR: MAD SCIENCE STAFF
Mad Science, Advanced Robot Camp
WEEK: 8
Join us for a week of fun with amazing robots! In this fun-filled week of camp learn about some advanced robots in our world today. Experiment with sound sensing, line-tracking, and programmable robots! Put your robotic knowledge to the test! Use your skills to build your very own working Robotic Arm to take home with you! A $35 fee is due at registration. AGES: 8–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: MAD SCIENCE STAFF
INFORMATION: (925) 254-2445
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Musical Theater Camps
WEEKS: 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9 Children of all abilities are invited to be a part of our polished productions of musicals that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Self-esteem skyrockets as members learn to develop character, vocal technique, presentation, and dance skills. Participants are expected to independently study their lines, songs, blocking, and attend all rehearsals. Most costumes are supplied, but parents are required to provide the basics. Show days and times are subject to change. Parents are asked to volunteer 2–4 hours helping with set up/break down, backstage, or bringing scenery back to Oakland. You may pay a $65 parent helper opt-out if you do not have time to help. There will also be a fee for show tickets. No refunds once program begins. All full-day participants MUST enroll in Extended Lunch Care.
Plays for ages 4–8 last approximately 40 minutes with about 4–6 songs and the children may be prompted during the play if needed. We do not hold formal auditions with the 4–8 group. The process is low key and designed to be fun. Teachers will invite anyone to sing a song on their own but it is not a requirement. Everyone will get a part whether they sing alone or not. Plays for ages 6–10 last approximately 50 minutes with about 6–8 songs. Plays for ages 8–14 last approximately 1 hour 15 minutes with about 10–12 songs. Participants of the older groups are expected to independently study their lines, songs, blocking, as scheduled and to attend all rehearsals.
OVATIONS MUSICAL THEATRE
AGES: 8–14Y
AGES: 4–8Y
MAMA MIA
WEEK: 1
WEEK: 3
Show is 6/28 at 11:00 am.
THE GREATEST SHOWMAN
Show is 6/28 at 6:00 pm.
WIZARD OF OZ
WEEK: 5
Show is 7/19 at 11:00 am.
HAMILTON
Show is 7/12 at 6:00 pm.
CINDERELLA WEEK: 7 Show is 7/26 at 11:00 am.
THE GREATEST SHOWMAN
WEEK: 6
TROLLS
WEEK: 2
ANNIE
WEEK: 3
WEEK: 6
Show is 6/22 at TBD.
MARY POPPINS WEEK: 9
Show is 8/5 at 11:00 am.
WEEKS: 2–9 Welcome to Orinda Kids Camp, the perfect place for your first time camper! Designed for new campers, OK Camp provides children with a fun, safe, traditional day camp experience all summer. Campers get a little bit of everything—art, games, music, dance, science, sports, cooking and more. Each week, activities are built around creative themes, keeping campers engaged and having fun. Trained city staff also organize camp with an emphasis on preparing campers for the classroom, incorporating basic math, science, and reading. All campers must be potty-trained. AGES: 3.5–5Y
INSTRUCTOR: OK CAMP STAFF
WEEK 2, ORINDA OLYMPICS
Every camper wins gold as we learn about the Olympics through fun and active sports and games. Campers learn about different countries too while competing in the inaugural Orinda Olympics!
WEEK 3, SUPERHEROES ASSEMBLE
The city needs your help! With your awesome powers only you can save the day and defeat the forces of evil! Campers learn about their favorite comic heroes while creating their own adventures using their strongest superpower—imagination!
WEEK 4, FANTASYLAND
Dragons, Knights, Queens, and Kings await in OK Camp Fantasyland! Bring your wildest dreams to life with the magic spells and potions we’ll cook up this week.
WEEK 5, CARNIVAL WEEK
Join us for a 3 ring circus of fun! Campers will juggle, tumble, laugh and play as they unleash their inner circus clowns. Includes face painting, juggling lessons, circus games and more.
WEEK 6, UNDER THE SEA
INSTRUCTOR: KIDS ’N DANCE
LITTLE THEATRE CAMPS
Orinda Kids (OK) Camp
Show is 6/14 at 6:00 pm.
Show is 7/19 at 6:00 pm.
GREASE
WEEK: 7
HAMILTON
WEEK: 9
Show is 7/26 at 6:00 pm.
Dive in to the deep blue sea! We’ll explore the deep, searching for giant squid, mermaids, and most importantly—fun!
WEEK 7, NATURE WEEK
Welcome to the jungle, plains, and forests—welcome to Nature Week! We’ll learn about nature, animals, and the natural world around us. We’ll take “nature walks” through the park, learn about local plant and animal life, make nature collages and more!
WEEK 8, SCIENCE EXPLORERS
3, 2, 1… We have Ignition! Blast off with us this week as we learn about space and the wide world of science. Each day we’ll have fun experiments covering chemistry, biology, physics, and more. Your camper with love our STEAM inspired activities and games.
WEEK 9, WILD WEST WEEK
The Old West takes over OK Camp—cowboys, horses, bandits, cattle drives, and more come to life as campers make their own Wild West adventures.
Show is 8/9 at 6:00 pm.
Musical Theater (CIT Program) WEEKS: 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9 The Kids ’N Dance CIT Program is for older campers who are interested in taking on more responsibility and developing leadership skills. CITs are teamed up with an experienced instructor to assist a group of younger actors; CITs will learn how to instruct blocking, teach choreography, help kids memorize their lines and songs. They will also help children with costume fitting, free time, and snack. AGES 11–16Y
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INSTRUCTOR: KIDS ’N DANCE
Performing Arts, Show Choir: Contemporary Hits
WEEK: 5 If you are obsessed with singing and Come Alive when you hear certain songs, Rise Up! and join Show Choir! Campers will learn songs from contemporary movies and musicals and create choreographed ensemble numbers. Songs from The Greatest Showman, Descendents, Zombies, Hamilton, Spongebob Musical, Mary Poppins, La La Land, Frozen Musical, Mamma Mia, and Wicked will be learned and performed. The week culminates with The Greatest Show to be enjoyed by family and friends. AGES: 6–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: MYEVE CAPPOZZI VOCAL TRAINING
WEEK: 7
Playwell: Mine, Craft, Build Survival Game
So you want to be an American Idol, or have the judges swirl around their chairs on The Voice... then get your voice ready! Learn about tone, performance and the “it factor” without the Simon Cowell criticism. Get tips on how to become a better singer, learn the best onstage moves, how to rock the microphone, audition technique and more. Campers get the chance to fulfill their dreams, and will leave prepared to dazzle their friends at the next talent show or Spring Musical!
WEEK: 5 Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® bricks! Resourcefulness, creativity, and cooperation come together in this unique building adventure game; roll the dice to mine for resources, craft tools, and watch out for Creepers! This ultimate LEGO® Minecraft experience is an original game designed by Play-Well instructors, inspired by the Minecraft video game. Students will have a blast, even without any prior experience.
AGES: 6–12Y
AGES: 7–10Y
INSTRUCTOR: MYEVE CAPPOZZI VOCAL TRAINING
Performing Arts, Create, Collaborate, and Perform
WEEK: 8
INSTRUCTOR: PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES STAFF
Playwell: Robotics Using the LEGO EV3 System
Your dramatic and theatrical kids will love this camp! Be the Director, Producer, Actor, and Choreographer of your original musical theater production. Actors will collaborate to write their own original script, incorporate original or popular songs into the storyline, choreograph dance routines, and create costumes and props. On the last day, perform for family and friends a mini-musical. A $15 materials fee due at the time of registration.
WEEK: 7 Build and program robots using the new LEGO® Mindstorms EV3 system! Learn about mechanical and software design, loops, conditional statements, problem solving, and teamwork skills. Work in small groups, program and build your robot, and rise to the challenge. Control the robot to avoid obstacles, pick up and carry objects, and play sounds. Students work in an open-ended, investigative environment while having fun.
AGES: 6–12Y
AGES: 9–14Y
INSTRUCTOR: MYEVE CAPPOZZI VOCAL TRAINING
Playwell, Harry Potter Magical Engineering Using LEGO Materials
WEEK: 9
Master the magic of Harry Potter using LEGO®! AGES: 5–6Y
INSTRUCTOR: PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES STAFF
Find Platform 9¾, build Hogwarts Express Train, work together to construct the Hogwarts Castle, and soar on the wings of a Norwegian Ridgeback Dragon. Travel to a world of wizardry and hone your magical skills while learning Muggle (STEM) concepts. AGES: 7–10Y
INSTRUCTOR: PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES STAFF
Build Diagon Alley in preparation for your trip to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Hop on your Broomstick and play Quidditch, duel the evil Lord Voldemort, and hone your magical skills while learning advanced Muggle (STEM) concepts.
Playwell, Introduction to STEM with LEGO Camp
WEEK: 1
Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer designed projects such as: Trains, Helicopters, Treehouses, and Beam Bridges. Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. There are no prerequisites for this course. AGES: 5–6Y
INSTRUCTOR: PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES STAFF
Playwell, Jedi Engineering
WEEK: 3 The Force Awakens in this introductory engineering course! Explore engineering principles by designing and building projects using LEGO® materials: X-Wings, R2 Units, Energy Catapults, Defense Turrets, and Settlements from a galaxy far, far away. Create motorized and architectural projects to defeat the Empire! AGES: 5–6Y
INSTRUCTOR: PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES STAFF
Playwell: Mine, Craft, Build Adventure Game
WEEK: 5 Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® bricks! Resourcefulness, creativity, and cooperation come together in this building adventure game; roll the dice to mine for resources, and use them to build special items! Build a Zoo, create a Medieval Castle, and design a Tree House Village! This is an original game designed by Play-Well instructors, inspired by the popular Minecraft game. No prior experience required. AGES: 5–6Y
INSTRUCTOR: PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES STAFF
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
Performing Arts, Orinda’s Got Talent
INSTRUCTOR: PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES STAFF
Playwell: Robotics Using the LEGO WeDo System
WEEK: 7 Build and program robots in this introductory Robotics class using the LEGO® WeDo® system. Learn basic programming skills, simple engineering concepts, and the names of robot components. Work in small groups to complete several projects using tilt and motion sensors. A great way to prepare young Robotics enthusiasts for our more advanced Robotics programs. AGES: 6–8Y
INSTRUCTOR: PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES STAFF
Playwell: STEM Challenge with LEGO Camp
WEEK: 1 Level up your engineering skills with LEGO®! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects: Gear Cars, Gondolas, Merry-GoRounds, and Scissor Lifts. Design, build and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. No prerequisites. AGES: 7–10Y
INSTRUCTOR: PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES STAFF
Public Speaking and Debate, Advanced
WEEK: 2 Advanced is the camp for those who love to debate! Campers will learn to write a well-structured and engaging speech, learn different styles such as narrative, descriptive, and more. Campers will improve general knowledge on various current affairs topics, as they debate and understand both sides of the topic. AGES: 10–14Y
INSTRUCTOR: GURU EDUCATION STAFF
Public, Speaking, Building Confidence
WEEK: 2 A fun and informative camp for the aspiring story and joke teller! Starting with being ready, practiced, and focused, campers learn the importance of body language and variation in their voices. The goal is for children to start developing more confidence and skill in expressing themselves to a group. AGES: 6–9Y
INSTRUCTOR: GURU EDUCATION STAFF
Speech Writing
WEEK: 6 Campers will learn how to write a good speech in 6 easy steps. Learn the importance of writing while making it personal and creating interesting openings and memorable finishes. We make learning fun and easy by using props, stories, jokes, and pictures. AGES: 6–9Y
INSTRUCTOR: GURU EDUCATION STAFF
INFORMATION: (925) 254-2445
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CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
Sewing, Machine Sewing Fun Camp W EEKS: 2, 4, 7, 8 Make friends, have fun, and learn new sewing skills. Max of six students for individual instruction. Build new skills each week. Computerized machines and supplies provided except large fabrics. $25 materials fee due at registration. Additional fees recommended but not required: $8 for special glass head straight pins (to keep) and $4 for a sewing magnet for your pins (to keep); due to instructor on first day. Questions: dnelson6@gmail.com AGES 8–17Y
INSTRUCTOR: DEBBIE NELSON MADISON
Soccer, Levels 1–3
WEEKS: 5, 8
Enjoy the world’s most popular sport! Play fun soccer games to build skills in our fun, age-appropriate camp. Learn and practice soccer skills: dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting. Everyone is a winner as the week’s fun culminates in an age-appropriate “World Cup” tournament. All campers will receive a KLS jersey. Campers must bring a full water bottle and a healthy snack. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST WEAR SHIN GUARDS. Soccer shoes and sunscreen are recommended. AGES: 5–6Y, 7–9Y, 10–12Y
INSTRUCTOR: KIDZ LOVE SOCCER
Sports, Baseball
WEEK: 5 The Skyhawks twist on “America’s Past-Time!” Kids of all abilities learn baseball fundamentals. Our Skyhawks-Original drills and games are interactive, fast-paced, and focus on individual skill development. Coaches create a fun, safe and positive environment that focuses on our Life Skills: Teamwork, Sportsmanship, Confidence, Respect, and Integrity. Campers will develop a passion for the game while learning the essential rules, strategies, and etiquette. Experience the Skyhawks difference this summer! All campers receive a Skyhawks baseball, t-shirt, award medal and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD B AGES: 6.5–11Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
Sports, Mini Hawk Baseball
WEEK: 5 Designed to give boys and girls a positive first step into baseball. Skyhawks coaches use age-appropriate games and modified equipment to keep campers entertained while developing their skills, confidence, and passion for the sport. Coaches create a positive environment where kids can develop at their own pace with lots of encouragement and a big focus on FUN! All campers receive a Skyhawks baseball, t-shirt, award medal and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD AGES: 4.5–6Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
Sports, Basketball
WEEK: 3, 7 Learn the fundamentals of basketball! Through a series of age-appropriate drills and skill-based games, boys and girls can tip off their basketball career in a positive environment with lots of encouragement. Coaches keep kids engaged and entertained while developing their dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, defense, self-esteem, and love for the game. All campers receive a Skyhawks basketball, t-shirt, award medal and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: WAGNER RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, WAGNER GYM AGES: 6.5–11Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
All camps will have a 3% facility preservation fee applied.
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Sports, Flag Football
WEEK: 1 A safe and positive first step into “America’s Game.” Ageappropriate drills and games teach beginners the fundamentals of football in a safe environment with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun! Our development objectives include passing, rushing, receiving, flag pulling, agility, balance, body movement, coordination, self-esteem, teamwork and sportsmanship. All campers receive a Skyhawks football, t-shirt, award medal, and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD A AGES: 6.5–11Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
Sports, Football
WEEK: 8
A positive introduction to the exciting game of football. Our innovative games develop the players skills, confidence, and passion for the game, all in a safe environment with lots of encouragement and a big focus on FUN! Skyhawks coaches teach campers the fundamentals of passing, rushing, receiving and defense, along with the rules, strategies and play-calls of the game. All participants receive a Skyhawks football, t-shirt, award medal, and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD A AGES: 6.5–11Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
Sports, Mini Hawk
WEEK: 1
Learning the fundamentals of Soccer has never been so much fun. Through a series of age-appropriate drills and skill-based games, boys and girls can kick-off their Soccer career in a positive environment with lots of encouragement. Skyhawks coaches keep kids engaged and entertained while developing their dribbling, passing, shooting, ball control, defense, selfesteem, and love for the game. All participants receive a Skyhawks soccer ball, t-shirt, award medal and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD B AGES: 4–6Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
Sports, Mini Hawk Basketball
WEEK: 7 This camp was designed to give boys and girls a positive first step into Baseball. Skyhawks coaches use age-appropriate games and modified equipment to keep the young athletes entertained while developing their skills, confidence, and passion for the sport. Skyhawks coaches create a positive environment where kids can develop at their own pace with lots of encouragement and a big focus on FUN! All participants receive a Skyhawks baseball, t-shirt, award medal and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: WAGNER RANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, WAGNER GYM AGES: 4.5–6Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
Sports, Mini Hawks Soccer
WEEK: 7
Learning the fundamentals of Soccer has never been so much fun. Through a series of age-appropriate drills and skill-based games, boys and girls can kick-off their Soccer career in a positive environment with lots of encouragement. Skyhawks coaches keep kids engaged and entertained while developing their dribbling, passing, shooting, ball control, defense, selfesteem, and love for the game. All participants receive a Skyhawks soccer ball, t-shirt, award medal and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD A/B AGES: 4.5–6Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
WEEKS: 6, 9 This ultimate multi-sport camp combines baseball, basketball, soccer, and track & field; allowing young athletes to develop a passion for a variety of sports in one fun-filled setting. Participants explore balance, body movement, coordination, self-esteem, teamwork, sportsmanship, and sport specific skill development in a structured environment with lots of encouragement! All participants receive a Skyhawks soccer ball, t-shirt, award medal, and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD A/B AGES: 4.5–6Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
Sports, Mini-Hawk Football
WEEK: 8 Gives young athletes a safe and positive first step to “America’s Game.” We have created age-appropriate drills and games that teach beginners the fundamentals of football in a safe environment with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun! Our development objectives include passing, rushing, receiving, flag pulling, agility, balance, body movement, coordination, self-esteem, teamwork and sportsmanship. All campers receive a Skyhawks football, t-shirt, award medal, and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD A/B AGES: 4.5–6Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
Sports, Multi-Sport
WEEK: 6
This multi-sport camp combines Soccer, Track & Field, and Volleyball, into one action packed week. Through interactive drills and games, participants learn the essential skills, rules, strategies, play-calls and etiquette of each sport in a safe and positive environment. Your child will leave with new skills, new friends, and a new love for sports! All participants receive a Skyhawks soccer ball, t-shirt, award medal, and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD A/B AGES: 6.5–11Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF WEEK: 7 Skyhawks was founded as a soccer club in 1979. Thirty-five years later we are still the #1 choice for parents looking to introduce their child to the fundamentals of the world’s most popular sport. Using our progressional curriculum, and focusing on the whole player, we provide young athletes with the skills, passion, and confidence to be a better player on and off the field. All participants receive a Skyhawks soccer ball, t-shirt, and award medal. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD A/B AGES: 6.5–11Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF WEEK: 9 This camp combines all your favorite Skyhawks Games into one fun-filled week. Campers will learn and play fun Skyhawks variations of baseball, basketball, capture the flag, dodgeball, flag football, kickball, soccer, track & field and ultimate frisbee. By adding just the right amount of friendly competition, this program teaches boys and girls teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, and strategy. Bring your friends or make new ones. All campers receive a Skyhawks soccer ball, t-shirt, award medal, and digital photo album. A $20 materials fee due at registration. LOCATION: PINE GROVE PARK, FIELD B AGES: 6.5–11Y INSTRUCTOR: SKYHAWKS STAFF
REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
WEEKS: 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9 The camps will be organized and conducted by Ron and his staff, and will challenge all levels of abilities. Drills and workouts will be fun. Games will be incorporated to enhance footwork and conditioning. We will also emphasize strokes, etiquette, rules, scoring and sportsmanship! The goal of the camp is for each student to have fun and learn a lifetime sport. Ron has organized summer camps at Mills College, St. Mary’s College, Oregon and various tennis clubs in the Bay Area. Small groups for quality and individual instruction. A $10 materials fee due at registration AGES: 4–6Y, 7–14Y INSTRUCTOR: RON NOON ( USPTA ELITE PRO) AND STAFF
Tennis, Red Ball Tennis
WEEKS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Welcome to Paragon Jr. Tennis! The Red Ball Jr. Tennis Camp is for beginner to intermediate level players who are brand or fairly new to the sport. We teach all campers how to rally throughout the week so that they can go home and play tennis with their family and friends. Our teaching methodology is customized to meet the needs of every level of player in this camp, regardless of age. We want the kids to have an amazing experience and love tennis. Skill building, tennis games, prizes, and staying cool are some of the ways we do this. Our staff are well trained and have a passion for teaching tennis. A $15 material (ball) fee due at registration AGES: 4–8Y INSTRUCTOR: DREW DIEFENBACH ( USPTA ELITE PRO) AND PARAGON TENNIS STAFF
Tennis, Orange/Green Dot Ball Tennis
Sports, Soccer
Sports, Summer Camp Olympics
Tennis Adventure
CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
Sports, Mini-Hawk (Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Track & Field)
WEEKS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Welcome to Paragon Jr. Tennis! The Orange/Green Ball Jr. Tennis Camp is for beginners/intermediate/semi-advanced players who either have the skills to rally and compete or still need to develop these skills from the ground up. As always we do our best and divide groups into similar levels so that they feel comfortable and happy with who they are with. More advanced technique is taught within this camp including topspin and backspin, volleys and overheads, serving, and of course ground strokes. Match play for singles and doubles is also introduced in this camp and suggestions are made to parents on what the next steps could be if their child wants to play at the USTA level. Our staff are well trained and have a passion for teaching tennis. A $15 materials fee due at registration AGES: 9–13Y INSTRUCTOR: DREW DIEFENBACH ( USPTA ELITE PRO) AND PARAGON TENNIS STAFF
Writing, Creative
WEEKS: 6, 7 Become inspired as you work on scripts, short stories, memoirs, essays, comic novellas, and poetry. Students will receive daily prompts to help create new work, or they may bring writing that they are developing to class for feedback. This camp culminates in an online teen creative writing magazine showcasing the writers’ works. Be published online! Camp is for ALL LEVELS of writers. A $10 materials fee due at registration. AGES: 9–17Y
INSTRUCTOR: KATHY MCCARTY
INFORMATION: (925) 254-2445
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REGISTRATION, POLICIES & PROCEDURES
Summer Camp Registration, Policies & Procedures Register NOW! Online Registration: www.OrindaParksandRec.org In Person: Orinda Community Center, 28 Orinda Way Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm Mail: Complete registration form and check payment, including 3% Facility Preservation Fee.
REFUND AND TRANSFER REQUESTS
Registration may be cancelled up to 5 days prior to the scheduled camp for a refund minus a processing fee of $5 for credit cards or $20 for checks. Requests less than 5 days prior to the start of the camp are subject to approval by Recreation Staff. No refunds after the program has begun. VISIONS IN EDUCATION CLIENTS
Voucher required at time of registration. If applicable, client is responsible for materials fee.
Helpful Registration Tips
Parks and Recreation Forms can be downloaded at www.orindaparksandrec.org/328/Forms-and-Documents.
• If you need assistance in creating or accessing your new account, please give us a call at (925) 254-2445.
A 3% facility preservation fee applies to all camps.
• If paying by check, call us and we can calculate your total amount due.
SINCE SEPTEMBER 2018
General Registration Information
On May 2, 2017, the Orinda City Council approved the Facility Preservation Fee for the Parks and Recreation Department. The fee is similar to the existing Per Player Fee applied to Sports Facility rentals for sports facility maintenance. This fee is currently applied as a tax to each department transaction (excluding sports facility rentals) in order to provide transparency in how the fee is collected. The funds generated will be used for the preservation of recreation facilities, particularly the Orinda Community Center, and help supplement the limited resources available in the General Fund. To learn more, visit http://orindaparksandrec.org/400/Facility-Preservation-Fee
• For your security, we can no longer accept credit card payments over the phone.
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and is required for all camps prior to participation. Register early as some camps fill quickly or may be cancelled due to low enrollment. You will be notified if a camp is cancelled, or if there is a change. CANCELLED CAMPS
Camps not meeting the minimum enrollment 10 days prior to the start of camp will be cancelled and a full refund will be issued.
Facility Preservation Fee
Summer Camp Fast Facts CAMP COURTYARD: Drop-off and pick up for summer camps will occur at Camp Courtyard. More information about Camp Courtyard will be included in the Parent Letter prior to summer. EMERGENCY FORMS: An Emergency Form only needs
to be completed once for each child. Siblings may share emergency form. ENRICHMENT PROGRAM: The location of the
TOILET TRAINED: Campers must be completely toilet
trained to attend camp. Camp Staff and Instructors are not able to assist children during restroom breaks.
Enrichment Program will be announced in May, 2019.
DON’T FORGET THE SUNSCREEN: Campers will
EXTENDED CARE: Parents must register for extended
be outside at some point, so please remember to apply sunscreen prior to drop-off.
care options. LUNCH BUNCH: Lunch is not provided by the City of
Orinda. Parents need to provide children with a lunch or snack.
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MEDICATION: If medication is needed (prescription or over the counter) a supplemental Parental Consent & Directions to Staff for the Self-Administration of Medications Form is recommended. Form available on our website (orindaparksandrec.org) or at the office.
WEEKLY EMAILS: You will receive an email the Friday
before the week of camp for which your camper is registered. This email contains important camp information. If there are any notices or changes to programming they will be listed in these emails.
Summer Camp Registration Form 28 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563 | (925) 254-2445 | OrindaParksandRec@CityofOrinda.org Adult/Parent/Legal Guardian Name (Last, First)_______________________________________ Email_______________________________________ Home Phone_________________________________ Work________________________________ Cell ________________________________ Address____________________________________________________ City________________________________ Zip____________________ Provide first and last name, age, and birthdate for each child that will be registered for summer camp(s). Camp titles, barcodes and fees may be inserted in Week # blocks below. For additional Week # blocks, download at: www.orindaparksandrec.org/328/Forms-and-Documents. First Name
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Make checks payable to: The City of Orinda.
Subtotal: + 3% Facility Preservation Fee: TOTAL:
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION POLICIES ON PAGE 22 OF THE SUMMER CAMP GUIDE.
It is your responsibility as the consumer to understand our policies in the event you need to withdraw from our camps. In consideration of being permitted to participate in City of Orinda Parks and Recreation activities, THE UNDERSIGNED, as a participant or legal guardian representing a minor participant, HEREBY FOREVER RELEASES, WAIVES AND DISCHARGES THE CITY OF ORINDA, its directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, and volunteers from any and all liability, to the undersigned and/or his/her personal representatives, assignees, heirs, and next of kin for any loss and/or damages and any claims or demands occurring or resulting from any accidents, injury, and/or damage to the person or property or death of the undersigned or their minor, arising out of or connected with participation in activities on the City of Orinda’s property or site utilized by the City of Orinda, and/or while using the premises, facilities, and or equipment thereon, whether or not caused by the negligence and/or property of the City of Orinda, its directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, or volunteers. THE UNDERSIGNED, as a participant or legal guardian representing a minor participant, ASSUMES FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR AND RISK OF BODILY INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, due to the negligence of the City of Orinda, its directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, and volunteers or otherwise while in, upon, or about the premises of the City of Orinda, or site utilized by the City of Orinda, and/or while using the premises, facilities, and or equipment thereon.
Parent/Legal Guardian Signature REGISTER ONLINE: OrindaParksandRec.org
THE UNDERSIGNED, as a participant or legal guardian representing a minor participant, agrees to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS the City of Orinda, its directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, and volunteers from any and all claims, actions, suits, procedures, costs, expenses, damages and liabilities, including attorneys fees, brought as a result of the undersigned’s or their minor’s involvement in activities while in, upon, or about the premises of the City of Orinda, or a site utilized by the City of Orinda, and/or while using the premises, facilities, and or equipment thereon, and to reimburse the City of Orinda for any such expenses. THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY PERMITS the taking of photographs or videos of themselves or their minor to be used at the City’s discretion and understand they may be used for marketing purposes. THE UNDERSIGNED HAS READ AND VOLUNTARILY SIGNS THE RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, and further agrees that no oral representations, statements, or inducement apart from the foregoing written agreement has been made. The undersigned hereby acknowledges fully understanding the terms of this agreement and acknowledges that by signing this agreement the undersigned completely and unconditionally releases the City of Orinda, its directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, and volunteers from any and all liability to the greatest extent allowed by the law.
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On camp registrations February 2–28, 2019 Register online: OrindaParksandRec.org *Discount applies to online camp registration only—no discount for in-person or mailed-in registrations. Discount taken from base resident fee. Other Fees (any applicable non-resident and/or materials fees, plus 3% facility preservation fee) will apply after discount.