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March 2015

Summer Camp Edition

Decatur Active Living • Children & Youth Services

day camps This edition of the Playbook is your gateway to amazing summer opportunities. At summer camp children develop character, increase their confidence, build new skills, and grow through active, hands-on experiences in environments designed to achieve a wide range of youth development outcomes. Decatur offers two primary types of camps: Special Interest Camps and Day Camps.

In the nine weeks from June 1 to July 31, Decatur families can choose from more than 100 different sessions of summer opportunities for children and youth ages 4 to 18.

Dive into swim lessons; hone your competitive edge in Tennis, Swim and Cookout camp; expand your mind with Minecraft and Beyond; and make new friends and discover new interests at iDiscover Camp and Camp Sycamore.

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Special Interest Camps include sports camps, swim camps, art camps, STEM camps, and various exploration camps on topics of interest such as Spanish language, theatre, entrepreneurship, and music. Dr. Deborah Gilboa explains that “Skill- or interest-focused camps…build knowledge as well as hone ability, and this is perfect because many kids like to know a lot about something.” In our special interest camps children may expand upon a known skill area or explore something completely new.

Day Camps include two all-new camps for rising K-5th graders: iDiscover Camp and Camp Sycamore, and D.R.E.A.M. Camp for rising 6th-8th graders. Dr. Deborah Gilboa notes that “Day camps encourage kids to play hard and try a whole variety of new experiences” and that in day camps “Children often find they love something they had never even heard of before the summer.”

Day camps also emphasize socio-emotional development through deliberately designed camp groups and relationships with caring adults. This design element helps children develop three key character traits – resilience, respect, and responsibility – as they learn to ask for what they need, try new activities, navigate group dynamics, find role models, and take ownership for their choices and actions.* This Summer Camp edition of the Playbook is your tool for planning your summer. You will find all of our summer offerings organized by date on pages 12-13. Camp registration opens Saturday, March 14, at 8 a.m. online (decaturga.com/webtrac) and at the Decatur Recreation Center. Use your household ID and password to log on to WebTrac to build your amazing summer. * Gilboa, D. (2015, January/February). IMAGINE Respect, INSPIRE Resilience, IMPACT Responsibility. Camping, 22-24.

Dates to Remember

Feb. 23 March 14 April 24 May 1 May 2 June 6

After-school lottery registration 2015-16 opens atdecaturga.com/cys Summer Camp registration opens 8 a.m. online (decaturga.com/webtrac) and 8-11 a.m. at Decatur Recreation Center After-school lottery registration 2015-16 closes at 6 p.m.

After-school lottery spin 2015-16 Fees due for May and June camp sessions Fees due for July camp sessions

After-Camp Care/Shenanigans After-camp care is only available for camps ending at 4 p.m. After-camp care registration requires that you first enroll in a prerequisite camp session. Price is $20/week for 4-5 p.m., and $40/week for 4-6 p.m.

Camp Sycamore iDiscover Camp D.R.E.A.M. Camp Special Interest Camps Dates 4-5 pm 4-6 pm 4-5 pm 4-6 pm 4-5 pm 4-6 pm 4-5 pm 4-6 pm June 1-5 183071-01 183072-01 June 8-12 183041-01 183042-01 184021-01 184022-01 183071-02 183072-02 June 15-19 183011-01 183012-01 183041-02 183042-02 184021-02 184022-02 183071-03 183072-03 June 22-26 183011-02 183012-02 183041-03 183042-03 184021-03 184022-03 183071-04 183072-04 June 29-July 2 183041-04 183042-04 184021-04 184022-04 July 6-10 183011-03 183012-03 183041-05 183042-05 184021-05 184022-05 July 13-17 183011-04 183012-04 183071-05 183072-05 July 20-24 183011-05 183012-05 183071-06 183072-06 July 27-31 183071-07 183072-07 2

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• Decatur Active Living • Children and Youth Services • Register at decaturga.com/webtrac

231 Sycamore St. • P.O. Box 220 Decatur, GA 30031 404-378-1082 • fax 404-378-1281 decaturga.com/cys

Claire Miller..........................................................................director Nancy Brune................................................. assistant director Glenda Lee...............................................program supervisor Lillie Johnson................................ administrative assistant Rebecca Aulph........................................................ site director Lartesha Chaney.................................................... site director Caudieu Cook.......................................................... site director Rashad Crowell....................................................... site director Ashton Hudson...................................................... site director Renae Madison....................................................... site director Danielle Perry........................................................... site director Kiara Smith................................................................. site director

Decatur Active Living Division 231 Sycamore St. • P.O. Box 220 Decatur, GA 30031 404-377-0494 • fax 404-370-4130 decaturga.com • beactivedecatur.com

Greg White...........................................................................director Cheryl Burnette.......................................... assistant director

Athletic Services Stacy Green.............................................program supervisor Lindsey Struck................. assistant program supervisor

Recreation Services Lee Williams............................................program supervisor Portia Langley.........................progam supervisor-Ebster Tracie Sanchez.......................program supervisor-adults Demarcus Bondrage...................................program leader Bessie Hall..........................................................program leader Tavelus Johnson.............................................program leader Eugenia Kelley-Minor.................................program leader

Tennis/Aquatics Staff Jabari Cole................................................program supervisor Sharon Hulette................................................program leader Kyle Morton.......................................................program leader Marlene Scott..................................................program leader

Support Staff Virginia Atchison......................... administrative assistant Juanita Tyson.......................................................morning clerk Zaneta McFarland......................................... afternoon clerk Eugenia Kelley-Minor......................................evening clerk

Active Living Board Members Miriam Vos, Chair • Bill Adams • Sally Brozek Wendy Childers • Michael Harbin • Paul Jacxsens Don Rigger • Clay Scarborough • Kelly Walsh

Active Living Staff GRPA Appointments

Gregory White, Board of Trustees and District 6 Commissioner; Lindsey Struck, District 6 Secretary: Cheryl Burnette, Administrator—Leadership Network Awards

Day Camps

Contact Nancy Brune, 404-378-1082 • nancy.brune@decaturga.com

K-2nd, K-3rd and 3rd-5th 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Decatur Recreation Center 231 Sycamore St.

ing nutrition labels, and the world of culinary arts through no-bake recipes. Enjoy handson fun while learning to make delicious delights. Trip: Young Chefs Academy

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amp Sycamore offers campers a chance to explore a theme in-depth in a quest to find their passion. The camp offers the best of both worlds as it blends the focus of a special-interest camp with the special event and field trip elements of our day camps. Campers make new friends, learn new skills and enhance budding abilities through five weeks of discoveries and explorations.

At Camp Sycamore every day feels like a special event as campers apply and develop their skills by immersing themselves in their choice of hands-on group and individual projects related to a fun theme. The camp schedule allows campers to choose from a selection of theme-based, take-home projects each day. Campers can play tennis, bring the theme to life on Theme Celebration Day, and showcase their explorations during the Parent Showcase.

After-care options are available 4-6 p.m. (see page 2). Campers should bring a lunch daily.

Snack is provided. Resident cost for each weekly session is $220; $245 for nonresidents.

Director: Lartesha Chaney (Whiz Kids) Serving rising K-5th graders (must be 5 before first day of camp) Registration (all sessions): 183009-99

Star Wars Lego • K-5th Session I: 3rd-5th June 15-19 • 183010-01 Session II: K-2nd June 22-26 • 183010-02 Join us as we begin our training to become Jedi Masters. Campers discover how to work with Legos and other supplies to create masterpieces that all young Jedi will love. As a camp team, we paint a huge mural com-

plete with stars, planets, and faraway galaxies.

Build Lego star fighters and stage an intergalactic battle. Even create your own light saber.

Trip: Legoland Discovery Center

Camp Quest • K-3rd Art That Glows-Frozen Style July 13-July 24 • two-week session 183010-04 • $440/$490 Unlock your artistic skills and learn how to turn your room into a glowing piece of art. Campers create unique Frozenthemed figures, jewelry, paintings, and pictures that glow in the dark. Trip: Decatur Art House Camp Sycamore’s Camp Quest is a unique two-week session allowing campers to spend more time exploring a theme they love. Camp Quest offers a deeper dive into the theme, more complex projects, and deeper relationships with peers and caring adults.

Incredible Edibles • 3rd-5th July 6-10 • 183010-03 Taste buds come alive on our quest to find messy, crazy, sweet, and cool things to get into. We learn about the food pyramid, read-

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Middle school D.R.E.A.M. campers take short field trips throughout the week that connect them with their community. They celebrate the weekly theme on special-event day and travel on a field trip with the full camp group once a week. The camp swims Monday through Thursday, and campers have opportunities to explore tennis and art. They connect with peers and camp counselors through a variety of team building, sports skills, and other exploration activities.

Campers can pick activities that interest them to explore in small group interactions and then reconnect with the larger group to reinforce positive social skills, express leadership traits and have fun. After-care options are available 4-6 p.m. (see page 2).

Director: Danielle Perry (Project R.E.A.L.) Serving rising 6th-8th graders USDA lunches provided Registration (all sessions): 184022-99

Challenge Quest June 8-12 • 184020-01 • $190/$215 Out think, out play, outlast! Campers tap into their critical and creative thinking skills to conquer the challenge of teamwork. Experience the Obstacle Quest to challenge the body, Trivia Quest to challenge the mind, and Teambuilding Quest to test your teamwork skills. Are you up to the Challenge Quest? Trip: Tree Top Quest

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Mission Possible June 15-19 • 184020-02 • $190/$215 Mission: Positive Impact! Campers partner with local agencies such as Books for Africa and Friends of Decatur Cemetery to

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June 22-26 • 184020-03 • $190/$215 The pool is not enough! We’ll enjoy some fun in the sun by staying cool with a water balloon toss, playing ice games, and having a roaring game of extreme wet volleyball.

When it’s hot outside come to our Splash Summer Bash! Trip: The Beach at International Park

¡Fiesta!

June 29-July 2 (no camp July 3) 184020-04 • $170/$195 “Fiesta” means “party” and that means eating, drinking, and entertainment! This week will be full of Fourth of July parties. We will make our own entertainment with a talent show and party games such as horseshoes and Taboo. Trip: All Camp Event at ERC.

Urban Adventures July 6-10 • 184020-05 • $190/$215 See and hear the local sounds of the hustle and bustle of the city as we tour Atlanta on our Urban Adventure. We’ll discover local artwork and architecture and visit some colleges and universities on our tour of the city.

Trip: Six Flags Over Georgia

Day Camps

Contact Nancy Brune, 404-378-1082 • nancy.brune@decaturga.com

Far, Far Away • K-5th

K-5th • 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Ebster Recreation Center • 105 Electric Ave. iDiscover Camp offers campers the opportunity to explore a weekly theme and try their hand at a variety of different activities to uncover new interests or delve deeper into existing passions. The camp emphasizes individual discovery as campers challenge themselves to try new things and develop new skills.

While each of the five weeks of camp will have an overarching theme, campers can choose which Camptivity areas they want to explore two days per week. These areas include Discover It Yourself (DIY), Why Does it Work?, Adventure in the Arts, Color Your World, Live the Wild Life, and Let’s Get Physical.

Campers swim four days a week, bring the theme to life through a weekly special event day, and take a fun field trip once a week. The camp takes place primarily outdoors on Ebster field behind the newly renovated Beacon Municipal Complex. After-care options are available 4-6 p.m. (see page 2).

Directors: Rashad Crowell (Winnona Park Animal Crackers), Kiara Smith (Oakhurst Animal Crackers), Ashton Hudson (Clairemont Animal Crackers), Rebecca Aulph (DRC Animal Crackers) Serving Rising K-5th graders (must be 5 first day of camp) USDA lunches provided Registration (all sessions): 183039-99

The Land of Ooo • K-5th

The Pirates of Cari-Beacon • K-5th

June 8-12 183040-11 • rising K-1st 183040-12 • rising 2nd-3rd 183040-13 • rising 4th-5th $170/$195 Welcome to the magical Land of Ooo, where the magic begins with me and you. Our Adventure Time quest with new friends leads us to discover all the lands within. From Candy Kingdom to Lumpy Space, our journey will be sure to keep a smile on your face!

Field Trip: Glow Galaxy

June 15-19 183040-21 • rising K-1st 183040-22 • rising 2nd-3rd 183040-23 • rising 4th-5th $170/$195 Ahoy, mateys! Look no further for the buried treasures of summer camp. X marks the spot here at the Pirates of Cari-Beacon. Hop aboard and find the treasures you’ve been seeking. Field Trip: Buccaneer Cove

June 22-26 183040-31 • rising K-1st 183040-32 • rising 2nd-3rd 183040-33 • rising 4th-5th $170/$195 Do you wanna learn to Train Your Dragon?

Come on let’s go far, far away. Get Tangled up in camp with fairy tales, fun, and adventures the medieval way! Field Trip: Medieval Times

Ebster’s Laboratory • K-5th June 29-July 2 (no camp July 3) 183040-41 • rising K-1st 183040-42 • rising 2nd-3rd 183040-43 • rising 4th-5th $155/$180 Eureka! We’ve discovered the place you want to be to explore strange chemical reactions, crazy concoctions, and more. With this much excitement, you’re sure to make new friends.

A visit from the Bio-Bus will stand your hairs on end! Special Guest: Bio-Bus visit

Gotta Catch ’Em All • K-5th July 6-10 183040-51 • rising K-1st 183040-52 • rising 2nd-3rd 183040-53 • rising 4th-5th $170/$195 Join us on a journey through land, sea, and air to discover all the wild friends we’ll meet there. To catch them all you’ll have to be clever, because things will get wacky on this roaring endeavor. Trip: Atlanta Zoo

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Contact Nancy Brune, 404-378-1082 • nancy.brune@decaturga.com

B.A.S.I.C Training Programs Balance, Attitude, Skills, Integrity, and Creativity

Counselor in Training (CIT) Program

Junior Counselor Program

his program is for 14- and 15-year-old campers interested in developing leadership skills while engaging in hands-on activities. We’ll start with a week of orientation June 8-12 that includes CPR and First Aid training, how to plan activities for campers in K-5th grades, building your working knowledge of exciting games, arts and crafts, group facilitation techniques, and positive discipline skills.

At the end of orientation, CITs venture off for a fabulous overnight where they will do some camping and have a zip line adventure at the Nantahala Outdoor Center. The group will depart June 11 and return on June 12.

The CITs will work at iDiscover Camp at the newly renovated Ebster Recreation Center, 105 Electric Ave., June 15-July 10. They will get a chance to put their observation and leadership skills into practice with the children attending the camp. Throughout the summer the CITs will have ongoing training and activities designed especially for them.

Note: Counselor-In-Training is not a paid position or a guarantee of future employment.

To apply for the CIT program, pick up an application and recommendation forms at the Decatur Recreation Center, Decatur High School, or Renfroe Middle School beginning March 2. Applications must be returned by March 19. Interviews will take place March 30-April 10. Applicants will need references from two teachers and one non-relative personal reference.

Completed recommendation forms should accompany applications, each in a sealed envelope.

Cost: $300 resident/$325 non-resident

his program is a continuation of the CIT program, providing additional leadership development opportunities for teenagers who love camp. While JCs are still considered campers and are expected to follow rules set forth for campers, they are given extra responsibilities and participate along with summer camp counselors in summer staff orientation week (June 1-4).

JCs receive training in facilitating group activities for K-5 campers, activity planning, cooperative games, diversity, risk management, CPR and First Aid, and communication. They attend their camp’s weekly staff meeting and parent orientations.

Applicants must be rising 11th and 12th graders and have completed at least one year as a CIT. Documentation of prior CIT experience is required. Applications will be available March 2 at the Decatur Recreation Center and Decatur High School. Junior Counselor applications must be turned in by March 19. Interviews will take place March 30-April 10. Applicants will need two references from teachers and one non-relative personal reference.

Note: Junior Counselors must attend staff training June 1-4, 8 a.m.5 p.m. They will work a total of five weeks after orientation, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. JCs receive minimum wage and must secure a work permit.

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Special Interest Camps Contact Renae Madison, 404-378-1082 • renae.madison@decaturga.com

Special Interest Camps Artists, actors, singers, scientists, engineers, techies, and curious minds – we have something for you! Special Interest Camps focus on an area of interest throughout the camp week. Camps are presented in three categories: Art, STEM, and Exploration. Many of our camps are offered by City Schools of Decatur teachers. Turn to pages 12-13 to see the camp offerings by week.

Special Interest Camps will be held at Decatur Recreation Center June 1-5 and July 13-31 and at Winnona Park Elementary School June 8-26. Camps will open at 8 a.m. for drop-off. Camp activities begin at 9 a.m. Campers should bring a lunch daily.

Snack is provided. Camps end at 4 p.m. with after-care options available 4-6 p.m. (see page 2). Most special interest camps are $220 for Decatur residents and $245 for nonresidents.

Art Camps AbraKa-ART • 3rd-5th July 13-17 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Have you ever wanted to create your own artwork and frame it for others to see? Here’s your chance. We will read great tales with beautiful illustrations and learn about the different art styles to make things to take home and share with friends and family.

Arty Pants • 3rd-5th June 1-5 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Do you love creating works of art? Then Arty Pants is the place for you! Explore many different tools and media of the art world through daily themes that include Buggin’ Out, Wearable Crafts, Just Beachy, DIY Home Décor, and Patriotic Day.

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Birds, Bugs, and Beasts of Ancient Egypt • 6th-8th

Creating Avatar Superheroes 6th-8th

July 27-31 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Campers draw and sculpt their creative interpretations of beasts, birds, and bugs that inspired Egypt’s rich mythology. Stories of Osiris, Anubis, and Sobeck with references from contemporary and ancient retellings will be sources of inspiration for campercreated shabti sculptures, jewelry amulets, a pyramid book filled with hieroglyphs, and campers’ own ancient-Egyptian-inspired tales.

June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Instructor: Pam Beagle-Daresta Campers create original Avatar Superheroes from the historical tradition (ancient and contemporary) of avatars sent to earth to save and protect inhabitants and resources.

Campers draw and make figurative mannequins to aid in animating their graphic avatar stories. They also create clay models of avatars as well as amulets and T-shirts depicting the avatar’s symbol logo.

Crazy Crafty Kids Art Camp K-2nd

Modern Impressions • K-2nd

Session I: June 1-5 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session II: July 27-31 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Join us for a week of awesome art! Each day we’ll get our hands messy with a variety of media including painting, drawing, and collage. We’ll learn to use the tools of the trade and work on mastering skills. Activities will be manageable for kids of all levels.

June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Learn about famous artists and create your own work inspired by them. Campers explore a variety of art materials and processes including drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, and collage. They investigate the work of artists such as Georgia O’Keefe, Andy Goldsworthy, Henri Matisse, and Alexander Calder. The week concludes in an art show exhibiting campers’ work.

Sew Much Fun! • 3rd-5th July 13-17 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Can you imagine wearing something you made yourself? Measuring, cutting and following a pattern are some of the skills covered this week. Introductory hand and sewing machine techniques are used to create stuffed animals, handbags and simple clothing. The week is topped off with a Project Runway Challenge.

Sew Much More Fun! • 3rd-5th July 27-31 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Want to improve your sewing skills? For kids who have taken Sew Much Fun or have previous sewing experience, we focus on more functional projects. You will be proud of your unique backpack, drawstring pants and hat.

You are welcome to bring your own sewing machine to get to know it better.

Exploration Camps Camp Glee • 6th-8th July 13-17 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Glee Camp is filled with artists who love to sing and dance. Being a part of Glee Camp gives you the opportunity to learn vocal coaching, stage presence, team building, choreography, and more. Glee campers perform some of America’s top hit songs for a live audience at the end of the week.

Challenge Island: Penguin Party K-2nd June 1-5 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Waddle up to Challenge Island’s North Pole for a penguin-style celebration. You and a tribe of friends can build and deck out your own tribal igloo, bobsled down a snowy mountain, and make ski lifts for your Puffle Pets. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the fun stuff you’ll do. Save your spot for the coolest camp in town. Outthink, outsmart, and outplay with us!

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Special Interest Camps Contact Renae Madison, 404-378-1082 • renae.madison@decaturga.com

Challenge Island: Beach Party K-2nd July 20-24 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Join us for a week of beach-inspired challenges for you and a tribe of friends. You’ll build and design your own tribal tiki huts, beach racers, cruise ships, and boardwalk rides and games. You’ll even erupt a restless Hawaiian volcano! We’ll wrap up with a notto-be-missed island beach party, complete with music, beach volleyball, and fun surprises. Grab a friend, grab a tribe, and join us in this one-of-a-kind camp celebration.

Championship Chess (Half Day) 1st-7th June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-noon Championship Chess teaches children to play chess or improve their chess skills incrementally. Our unique curriculum teaches beginners to play chess one piece at a time; players learn to use winning opening patterns, middle-game tactics, and endgame strategies. Championship Chess instructors use large floor-sized and tournament chess sets, video instruction, puzzles, chess clocks, algebraic notation, and proprietary software to teach the game of kings.

The Chocolate Factory • 3rd-5th June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Calling all chocolate lovers! This camp is meant for you. You’ll learn the history of chocolate and chocolate making, do chocolate math, read and write stories – and you’ll get to eat some chocolate.

Drama, Music & Fun • K-2nd June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Do you love making up plays, writing your own songs, and making puppets? Campers explore their creative side with puppet making, and script writing, and will also compose original songs.

¡Español, Sí, Sí, Sí! • K-2nd Session I: July 13-17 Session II: July 20-24 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ¿Quieres hablar español? Listening to and speaking Spanish is exciting and fun! Campers enjoy games, stories, songs, dance, arts and crafts, cooking, and physical activities as they build their communication skills in Spanish.

Everything Is Awesome Lego Camp • 3rd-5th June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Campers push their skills beyond building with premade sets. Through challenges and projects, they explore alternative uses for Legos. They design their own unique sets with directions and collaborate to create stop-motion mini-movies.

Junior Entrepreneurs • 6th-8th June 1-5 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Are you interested in earning money? Do you like to use the computer? Then Junior Entrepreneurs Camp is for you. Learn the basics of starting a business of babysitting, pet care, personal shopping, lawn care, and more! By the end of the week, campers know the basics of starting a business and take home a business plan.

Sleeping Beauty • K-2nd July 20-24 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Awaken your inner musical fantasy and imagination through acting, music and movement in a safe non-competitive environment. Engage in storytelling and musical theatre while journeying through Disney’s classic Sleeping Beauty. At the end of the week, campers’ families and friends can see if this princess’s spell will ever be broken.

Super Sleuths • 3rd-5th June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Have you ever wondered how detectives solve crimes? You’ll learn fingerprinting and chromatography during this camp. Then you’ll solve mysteries using the techniques.

What Do You Know About the Blues? • 6th-8th July 20-24 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

This music and lyrics camp encourages self-expression while campers learn about an important American music form. They learn about lyrical styles and structures as well as the historical and cultural background of blues music, and write lyrics to their own blues songs. Participants perform their compositions and learn ways to instrumentally accompany their fellow campers. The final showcase highlights poetry and songs written and performed by students, inspired by what they learn about the blues.

Whodunit? • 6th-8th June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Awaken your creative spirit and imagination through acting, music, and movement in a safe, non-competitive environment. Engage in theatre games and improv, and be a part of your own theatrical mystery. At the end of the week, campers’ families and friends will have the task of figuring out “Whodunit.”

Wizard of Oz • 3rd-5th July 27-31 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Awaken your creative spirit and imagination through acting, music, and movement in a safe non-competitive environment. Engage in theatre games and improv, and be a part of a journey to seek the wizard. At the end of the week, campers’ families and friends can set off to see the “Wonderful Wizard of Oz.”

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Special Interest Camps

Contact Renae Madison, 404-378-1082 • renae.madison@decaturga.com

STEM Camps Mad Science Makers • K-2nd July 27-31 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Campers explore the wonderful world of science through experiments and hands-on learning. They discover marshmallow magic and heat energy, see if a candy bar can sink or swim, and learn about other scientific approaches in depth.

Minecraft and Beyond • 3rd-5th Session I: June 22-26 Session II: July 13-17 Session III: July 20-24 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Did you know there is more to Minecraft than chasing zombies? Come explore Minecraft’s other options. Use your creativity to solve puzzles, quests, and games. The common goal is to learn the tremendous creative problem-solving potential of Minecraft. And yes, there will be some zombies.

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Stop-Motion and Claymation Movies • 3rd-5th

Totally Awesome Technology 3rd-5th

June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Come explore the world of Animation! In this camp, kids learn how to create animated movies using stop-motion and claymation techniques. They explore the many different ways you can create stop-motion animations, from digital cameras and MacBooks to using stop-motion apps on an iPad.

June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Campers create totally awesome projects using iPads, GarageBand, Kid Pix, digital cameras, ActivBoards, Web 2.0 tools like Prezi, Blabberize, Story Jumper, and more. You’ll even dabble in stop-motion animation. Get hands-on experiences with a wide variety of technologies so you can show your friends how much of a “techie” you are!

Totally Awesome Technology K-2nd June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Young campers are introduced to a variety of technology program tools and explore programs and apps. They create totally awesome projects using iMovie, GarageBand, KidPix, Story Jumper, Blabberize, PowerPoint, and more. Campers use MacBooks, iPads, ActivBoard, and digital cameras. They are grouped by grade level and instruction is differentiated by readiness level.

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Swim Camps Contact Jabari Cole, 404-377-7231 • jabari.cole@decaturga.com

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t swim camp, children can improve their swimming techniques and meet new friends. Camps are led by water safety instructors, who balance instruction with games and free swim.

Swim camps are held at Glenlake Pool.

Instructor/camper ratio is 1:6. The fee includes instructor, supplies, and snacks. See the Camps At-a-Glance table (pages 12-13)for complete details about dates, times and fees. Register in advance at decaturga.com/webtrac.

Minnows • 7-12 yrs

Session I: June 8-12, 10 a.m.-noon Session II: June 22-26, 10 a.m.-noon Session III: July 13-17, 10 a.m.-noon Children learn the basic skills of swimming and water safety. Kicking and breathing techniques are refined and basic freestyle, breaststroke, and backstroke are covered.

Tadpoles • 4-6 yrs Session I: June 1-5, 10 a.m.-noon Session II: June 15-19, 10 a.m.-noon Session III: June 29-July 2, 10 a.m.-noon Session IV: July 6-10, 10 a.m.-noon Session V: July 20-24, 10 a.m.-noon This water adjustment camp is for children who are unfamiliar with the water and may have a fear of swimming. Basic skills such as going underwater, kicking, and arm movement are covered. Fun games, encouraging instruction, and free swim time with other children in the group establish positive attitudes toward swimming.

Afternoon Group Lessons 4:30-6 p.m.

Group swim lessons are offered in the afternoon this summer, Monday through Thursday, for a minimum of four and a maximum of six children per week.

Stroke Training • 7-12 yrs Session I: June 1-4 Session II: June 15-18 Session III: July 6-9 This afternoon activity is similar to the Minnows morning swim camp. Children learn the basic skills of swimming and water safety.

Kicking and breathing techniques are refined and basic freestyle, breaststroke, and backstroke are covered.

Water Exploration • 4-6 yrs Session I: June 8-11 Session II: June 22-25 Session III: July 13-16 This afternoon activity is similar to the Tadpoles morning swim camp and is for children who are unfamiliar with the water and may have a fear of swimming. Basic skills such as going underwater, kicking, and arm movement are covered. Fun games, encouraging instruction, and free swim time with other children in the group establish positive attitudes toward swimming.

April Youth Stroke Clinic Tuesdays and Thursdays in April $100/$135 6-9 yrs 5-5:50 p.m. 191090-05 10-14 yrs 6-6:50 p.m. 191090-06 14-17 yrs 7-7:50 p.m. 191090-07 Would you like to get a jump on your Summer League Competition or pick up new skills so that you have that competitive edge?

Try our Summer League Super Tuning Stroke Clinics open to all swimmers age 6 and up.

SWIMMERS ONLY! This is not a learn-to-swim program. Each session is limited to 20.

April Masters Swimming Tuesdays and Thursday in April • 18+ $100/$135 7-8 p.m. • 191090-08 City of Decatur is looking for Masters Swimmers: We welcome all adults including beginners, fitness swimmers, triathletes, and seasoned competitors, all swimmers including you! Our workouts cater to your particular ability level.

Decatur Gator Swim Team

Mini Gators

4-18 yrs • $175/$200 • 191090-01 Swim Season: April 27-July 11 Practice begins: April 27 Practice times: 6-7 p.m. beginner; 7-8 p.m. advanced Swim Meets: Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m.

Each child must be able to swim 25 meters of either freestyle or backstroke. Children who cannot swim 25 meters should be enrolled in Mini Gators. Practice and home meets are held at Ebster Pool, county meets are held at DeKalb County pools. The fee includes a seven-week season, five meets and DeKalb County competition. Note: Second child 25 percent off, third child 50 percent off, fourth child 67 percent off (per family).

4-12 yrs • $135/$160 4:30-5:15 p.m. • 191090-04 5:15-6 p.m. • 191090-02 Mini Gators is an instructional league that aims to teach strokes and proper swimming technique so members can graduate to the Gators Swim Team before the end of the season. Enrollment is limited to 40. If you’re unsure whether your child can swim 25 meters, enroll him/her in Mini Gators. We will not be able to move children from the Gators Swim Team to the Mini Gators once the roster is full. To request a swim test prior to registration contact Beth Costello, decaturgators@gmail. com. Note: Due to limited space the multiple-child discount does not apply to this program.

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Arty Pants 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Nicole Johns 183070-01

Small Fry Sports Camp I 4-5 yrs • $125/$150 9 am-noon/ERCG Teresa Davis 142020-19

Munchkin Tennis 4-6 yrs • $55/$80 9-10 am/GTC Nia Willis 162020-03

Tadpoles 4-6 yrs • $85/$110 10 am-noon/GLP Joshua Weston 191070-04

Karate Camp 6-12 yrs • $125/$150 9 am-1 pm/ERC Adesi Brown 142020-43

Junior Entrepreneurs 6th-8th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Susan Morley 183070-10

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Decatur Lacrosse 7-14 yrs • $175/$200 9 am-3 pm/EF Don Rigger 142020-13

Tournament Tennis 7-17 yrs • $200/$240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Jonathan Aubrey 162020-09

Decatur Girls Basketball Camp 8-14 yrs • $150/$175 9 am-1 pm/DHG Bill Roberts 142020-48

Challenge Island: Penguin Party K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm /DRC Walker & Haynes 183070-30

Crazy Crafty Kids Art Camp K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/ DRC Anna Benefield 183070-05

Stroke Training 7-12 yrs • $75/$100 4:30-6 pm/GLP GTC staff 191050-05

Water Exploration 4-6 yrs • $75/$100 4:30-6 pm/GLP GTC Staff 191050-02

Stop Motion Claymation 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/WP Steve Bartl 183070-20

The Chocolate Factory 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/WP Mayo/Goodman-Terrell 183070-22

Gymnastics Camp I 4-12 yrs • $110/$135 9 am-1 pm/DRG Mobile Gymnastics 142020-42

DREAM: Challenge Quest 6th-8th • $190/$215 7:30 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 184020-01

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day I 7-15 yrs • $200/$240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 162020-12

Fencing Camp I 8-17 yrs • $150/$175 9 am-noon/DRG Anthony Dubose 142020-23

Girls Softball Camp I 8-18 yrs • $175/$200 9 am-2 pm/OF Gary Anderson 142020-02

Totally Awesome Tech K-2 K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/WP Alexander & Booth 183070-24

iDiscover: The Land of Ooo K-5th • $170/$195 7:30 am-4 pm/ERC CYS Camp Staff 183040-11,12,13

Stroke Training 7-12 yrs • $75/$100 4:30-6 pm/GLP GTC Staff 191050-06

Championship Chess 1st-7th • $150/$175 9 am-noon/WP Dennis Jones 183070-04

Camp Sycamore: Star Wars LEGO 3rd-5th • $220/$245 7:30 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 183010-01

Super Sleuths 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/WP Mayo & Goodman-Terrell 183070-21

Totally Awesome Tech 3-5 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/WP Alexander & Bartl 183070-23

Tadpoles 4-6 yrs • $85/$110 10 am-noon/GLP Joshua Weston 191070-05

Creating Avatar Superheroes 6th-8th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/WP Pam Beagle-Daresta 183070-07

DREAM: Mission Possible 6th-8th • $190/$215 7:30 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 184020-02

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout II 7-15 yrs • $100/$125 9 am-noon/GTC Nia Willis 162020-06

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day II 7-15 yrs • $200/$240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 162020-13

Girls Softball Camp II 8-18 yrs • $175/$200 9 am-2 pm/OF Gary Anderson 142020-04

Drama, Music, & Fun K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/WP Pitts & Schanding 183070-08

iDiscover: Pirates of Cari-Beacon K-5th • $170/$195 7:30 am-4 pm/ERC CYS Camp Staff 183040-21,22,23

Fast Break Basketball Camp 10-15 yrs • $175/$200 9 am-3 pm/DHG Copp & Harbin 142020-39

Decatur Cheerleading Camp I 4-5 yrs • $90/$115 9 am-noon/DRG Wanda Nesbitt 142020-50

Gymnastics Camp II 4-12 yrs • $110/$135 9 am-1 pm/DRG Mobile Gymnastics 142020-45

Decatur Cheerleading Camp II 6-12 yrs • $150/$175 9 am-2 pm/DRG Wanda Nesbitt 142020-51

Decatur Soccer Camp 6-12 yrs • $125/$150 9 am-noon/DHS Stephen Gathany 142020-31

Water Exploration 4-6 yrs • $75/$100 4:30-6 pm/GLP GTC Staff 191050-03

Everything is Awesome Lego Camp 3rd-5th • $230/$255 9 am-4 pm/WP Alexander & Schultz 183070-11

Minecraft & Beyond I 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/WP Steve Bartl 183070-13

Decatur Complete Football Camp 6-14 yrs • $125/$150 9 am-1 pm/DHS Scott Jackson 142020-47

Hoop It Up Basketball Camp 6-9 yrs • $125/$150 9 am-noon/DRG James Hartry 142020-40

DREAM: Splash!

Summer Bash 6th-8th • $190/$215 7:30 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 184020-03

Whodunit?

6th-8th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/WP Candice Newsum 183070-26

Minnows 7-12 yrs • $85/$110 10 am-noon/GLP Joshua Weston 191070-02

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout III 7-15 yrs • $100/$125 9 am-noon/GTC Nia Willis 162020-07

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day III 7-15 yrs • $200/$240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 162020-14

Table Tennis Camp 8-17 yrs • $135/$160 9 am-2 pm/DRG Charlie Slater 142020-14

Camp Sycamore: Star Wars LEGO K-2nd • $220/$245 7:30 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 183010-02

Modern Impressions K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/WP Belcore & Parks 183070-16

iDiscover: Far, Far Away K-5th • $170/$195 7:30 am-4 pm/ERC CYS Camp Staff 183040-31,32,33

Week 2 Camp 6/8-6/12 Age/Fee Register by 5/25 Time/Place Instructor

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Week 4 Camp 6/22-6/26 Register Age/Fee by 6/6 Time/Place Instructor

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Minnows 7-12 yrs • $85/$110 10 am-noon/GLP Joshua Weston 191070-01

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout I 7-15 yrs • $100/$125 9 am-noon/GTC Nia Willis 162020-05

2015 Summer Camps At-a-Glance

Tadpoles 4-6 yrs • $68/$88 10 am-noon/GLP Joshua Weston 191070-07

DREAM: ¡Fiesta!

6th-8th • $170/$195 7:30 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 184020-04

Tournament Tennis 7-17 yrs • $160/$192 9 am-4 pm/GTC Jonathan Aubrey 162020-10

iDiscover: Ebster’s Laboratory K-5th • $155/$180 7:30 am-4 pm/ERC CYS Camp Staff 183040-41,42,43

Decatur Girls Volleyball Camp 10-17 yrs • $125/$150 9 am-1 pm/DRG Yvette Battles 142020-49

Camp Sycamore: Incredible Edibles 3rd-5th • $220/$245 7:30 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 183010-03

Munchkin Tennis 4-6 yrs • $55/$80 9 am-10 am/GTC Nia Willis 162020-04

Tadpoles 4-6 yrs • $85/$110 10 am-noon/GLP Joshua Weston 191070-06

DREAM: Urban Adventures 6th-8th • $190/$215 7:30 am-4 pm/DRC CYS Camp Staff 184020-05

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout IV 7-15 yrs • $100/$125 9 am-noon/GTC Nia Willis 162020-17

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day IV 7-15 yrs • $200/$240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 162020-15

Fencing Camp II 8-17 yrs • $150/$175 9 am-noon/DRG Anthony Dubose 142020-24

iDiscover: Gotta Catch ‘Em All K-5th • $170/$195 7:30 am-4 pm/ERC CYS Camp Staff 183040-51,52,53

Stroke Training 7-12 yrs • $75/$100 4:30-6 pm/GLP GTC Staff 191050-07

Water Exploration 4-6 yrs • $75/$100 4:30-6 pm/GLP GTC Staff 191050-04

AbraKa-ART 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Jade Weatherington 183070-28

Minecraft & Beyond II 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Bartl & Wiedower 183070-14

Sew Much Fun 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Gillian Gussack 183070-17

Small Fry Sports Camp II 4-5 yrs • $125/$150 9 am-noon/ERCG Teresa Davis 142020-20

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout V 7-15 yrs • $100/$125 9 am-noon/GTC Nia Willis 162020-08

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day V 7-15 yrs • $200/$240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 162020-16

¡Español, Sí, Sí, Sí!

K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Duque & Ortiz 183070-09

Week 8 Week 8 7/20-7/24 Camp 7/20-7/24 Register by Age/Fee Register 7/4 Time/Place by 7/4 Instructor

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Minecraft & Beyond III 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Bartl & Wiedower 183070-15

Tadpoles 4-6 yrs • $85/$110 10 am-noon/GLP Joshua Weston 191070-08

What Do You Know About the Blues?

6th-8th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Sakinah Davis 183070-25

Tournament Tennis 7-17 yrs • $200/$240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Jonathan Aubrey 162020-11

Week 9 Camp 7/27-7-31 Age/Fee Register Time/Place by 7/11 Instructor

Reg. No.

Sew Much More Fun 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Gillian Gussack 183070-18

Wizard of Oz 3rd-5th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Candice Newsum 183070-27

Munchkin Tennis 4-6 yrs • $55/$80 9 am-10 am/GTC Nia Willis 162020-20

Birds, Bugs and Beasts of Ancient Egypt 6th-8th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Pam Beagle-Daresta 183070-02

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout VI 7-15 yrs • $100/$125 9 am-noon/GTC Nia Willis 162020-19

Tennis, Swim, and Cookout Full Day VI 7-15 yrs • $200/$240 9 am-4 pm/GTC Nia Willis 162020-18

Crazy Crafty Kids Art Camp K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Anna Benefield 183070-06

Mad Science Makers K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Asia Etheridge 183070-12

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Camp 6/29-7/2 Age/Fee Register Time/Place by 6/13 Instructor No Camp Reg. No. July 3

Week 6 Camp 7/6-7/10 Age/Fee Register Time/Place by 6/20 Instructor

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Week 7 7/13-7/17 Camp Register Age/Fee by 6/27 Time/Place Instructor

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Camp Glee 6th-8th • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Candice Newsum 183070-03

Minnows 7-12 yrs • $85/$110 10 am-noon/GLP Joshua Weston 191070-03

Challenge Island: Beach Party K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Walker & Haynes 183070-31

Sleeping Beauty K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Candice Newsum 183070-19

Camp Quest: Art That TWO Glows - Frozen-Style WEEK K-3rd • $440/$490 SESSION 7:30 am-4 pm/DRC 7/13-7/24 CYS Camp Staff 183010-04 ¡Español, Sí, Sí, Sí!

K-2nd • $220/$245 9 am-4 pm/DRC Duque & Ortiz 183070-29

Locations: DRC=Decatur Recreation Center; DRG=DRC Gym; DHS=Decatur High School Stadium; DHG=Decatur High School Gym; EF= Ebster Fied; ERC= Ebster Recreation Center; ERCG=Ebster Gym; GLP=Glenlake Pool; GTC=Glenlake Tennis Center; OF=Oakhurst Park Field; WP=Winnona Park Elementary.

All grade levels are rising grades. Limited financial assistance is available to Decatur residents who demonstrate a need.

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Sports Camps

Contact Portia Langley, 678-553-6563 • portia.langley@decaturga.com

Sports Camps Football Camp • 6-14 yrs

Girls Volleyball Camp • 10-17 yrs

June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Learn the fundamentals of the game and take part in a variety of skill development drills and activities like passing, catching, and punting. This camp allows full access to all the facilities that the Decatur Bulldogs use. Instructor: Coach Scott Jackson and his football staff from Decatur High Bulldogs

July 6-10 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Come out for a great week of volleyball. This camp is for beginner through intermediate players. Learn passing, setting, hitting and serving. Make new friends while learning new skills. Coach: Yvette Battle, Decatur High Volleyball Team

Girls Basketball Camp • 8-14 yrs

June 1-5 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Learn to play lacrosse the Decatur way! Learn the fundamentals of the game through a series of drills and game play. This camp is great for beginners and even better for players who would like to sharpen their lacrosse skills. Instructor: Don Rigger

June 1-5 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

This camp’s goal is to improve each participant in the fundamentals of basketball through lots of personal attention. Instructor: Bill Roberts, Decatur High Girls Basketball coach, and his all-star staff of current and former Decatur High School players

Girls Cheerleading Camp June 15-19 Session 1: 4-5 yrs • 9 a.m.-noon Session 2: 6-12 yrs • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Join Instructor Wanda Nesbitt, CSD teacher and coach of the Decatur High Varsity cheerleaders, for an energizing week packed with cheers, chants, and dancing. This camp features personalized cheer accessories and cheer skirts. The week concludes with a choreographed performance.

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Lacrosse Camp • 7-14 yrs

Fast Break Basketball Camp 10-15 yrs June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Girls and boys learn the fundamentals of basketball with drills on dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense with one-on-one attention. Instructor: Coach Charles Copp and David Harbin and their all-star staff from Decatur High School

Fencing • 8-17 yrs Session I: June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-noon Session II: July 6-10 • 9 a.m.-noon Campers enjoy a safe and exciting introduc-

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tion to the sport of fencing with foil, epee, and saber. They learn the history, footwork, and tactics of swordplay. All equipment is provided. Instructor: Anthony Dubose

Girls Softball Camp • 8-18 yrs Session I: June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Session II: June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Girls can improve their softball skills, including catching, hitting, and base running with proven drills and training tips. Instructor: Gary Anderson, Decatur High School Softball coach

Gymnastics • 4-12 yrs Session I: June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Session II: June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Mobile Gym Adventures focuses campers on hand-eye coordination, body awareness, flexibility, kinetics, and strength building. This camp includes arts and crafts, games, and fun, fun, fun. The gymnastics portion is on the beginner’s level, working on the fundamentals with each participant. Instructor: Ms. Jo, Mobile Gymnastics

Hoop It Up Basketball Camp 6-9 yrs June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-noon This camp focuses on basic basketball fundamentals and skills. It offers a variety of games and skill development activities that are

Tennis Camps • Baseball For tennis, contact Jabari Cole, 404-377-7231 • For baseball, contact Stacy Green, 678-553-6549

sure to please all participants. Instructor: Coach James Hartry, Tucker High School Varsity Basketball coach

Karate Camp • 6-12 yrs June 1-5 • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Children are introduced to the physical skills, mental challenges, and discipline of karate. They learn basic karate techniques including punching, kicking, blocking, and rolling and engage in agility games, such as running, jumping, and dodging, which are used to reinforce the karate concepts. Instructor: Adesi Brown

Small Fry Sports Skills Camp 4-5 yrs Session I: June 1-5 • 9 a.m.-noon Session II: July 13-17 • 9 a.m.-noon Throw, catch, run and jump. Campers enjoy a week of movement, tumbling, games, throwing, and catching. They develop motor skills that are basic to success in any sport. Instructor: Teresa Davis, Renfroe Middle School coach

Soccer Camp • 6-12 yrs June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-noon Participants learn the basic skills and fundamentals of soccer. Offensive and defensive strategies are covered for an enjoyable soccer experience for boys and girls at all levels. Instructor: Stephen Gathany

Table Tennis Camp • 8-17 yrs June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Campers learn the skills of table tennis, including stroke, serve, and hand-eye coordination and experience the table tennis robot. They are taught table tennis rules and they participate in game action.

Instructor: Coach Charlie Slater

Tennis Camps Munchkin Tennis • 4-6 yrs Session 1: June 1-5 • 9-10 a.m.

Session 2: July 6-10 • 9-10 a.m.

Session 3: July 27-31 • 9-10 a.m.

The instructors use backdoor learning techniques and games to begin to teach the children proper stroke form and footwork while keeping the major focus of the class about fun.

Tennis, Swim and Cookout Half Day • 7-15 yrs Session 1: June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-noon Session 2: June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-noon Session 3: June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-noon Session 4: July 6-10 • 9 a.m.-noon Session 5: July 13-17 • 9 a.m.-noon Session 6: July 27-31 • 9 a.m.-noon Our most popular camp offers 90 minutes of tennis instruction followed by a snack, and then campers spend the rest of the time swimming at Glenlake Pool. The camp concludes with a cookout on Friday and our world famous game of “Hit it and get it.”

Tennis, Swim and Cookout Full Day • 7-15 years Session 1: June 8-12 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session 2: June 15-19 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session 3: June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session 4: July 6-10 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session 5: July 13-17 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session 6: July 27-31 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

The same great camp, but more of it, providing flexibility for working parents.

Tournament Camp • 7-17 yrs Session 1: June 1-5 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session 2: June 29-July 2 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session 3: July 20-24 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

This camp is for juniors looking to play serious competitive tennis. Each session focuses on advanced stroke training, movement, physical fitness, and strategy. Participants also spend time at the swimming pool each day. Tournament camp registration is restricted to juniors who already play competitive tennis and have already received significant tennis instruction.

After care will be offered for Tournament Camps and the full day versions of Tennis, Swim, and Cookout. Register for activity 162021-(camp section number) for 5 p.m. pickup ($20/week) or 162022-(camp section number) for 6 p.m. pickup ($40/week).

Decatur Youth Sports Coed Baseball Youth Baseball/Tee Ball 7-8 yrs • Monday • 332011-01 5-6 yrs • Tuesday • 332010-01 9-10 yrs • Wednesday • 332012-01 11-12 yrs • Thursday • 332013-01 Registration begins: April 4 Parents meeting: May 16 Practice begins: May 18 at local schools and parks Fee: $145, $110 Decatur resident

Decatur’s Opening Day Baseball Parade!

It all starts with a parade. Decatur Active Living kicks off its 2015 Summer Baseball season with a parade and games to follow.

Saturday, June 6 • 11 a.m. • McKoy Park

Game Day: All games will be played at Oakhurst Park

Wanted: Volunteer drivers, organizers, parade watchers, and convertible vehicles for the Opening Day Parade. Parade route starts at McKoy Park and continues through the Oakhurst business district into Oakhurst Park. If you would like to participate contact Stacy Green, 678-553-6549, stacy.green@decaturga.com or Lindsey Struck, 678-553-6550, lindsey.struck@decaturga.com.

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How to Play

How to Play in Decatur egistration for all summer camps begins Saturday, March 14, 8-11 a.m., online (decaturga.com/webtrac) and at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. • Proof of residency will be required for resident fees and is subject to verification. Non-verifiable addresses will not be accepted.

• Online registration requires a household ID number and password. Paperwork must be completed in advance of registration day in order to allow online registration.

• Five year olds enrolling for day camp must have attended a full-day program and show proof of age (birth certificate or school record).

• Registration for all programs will continue at Decatur Recreation Center and online until programs are filled or until registration deadlines. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday, 8 a.m-6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

• For information on how to register online, go to decaturga.com/webtrac. WebTrac will not accept financial aid registration. WebTrac only accepts credit cards. A limited number of spaces are available online.

• Day Camp registration (section 99) is a prerequisite before registering for a day camp session.

Summer Camp Deposits and Payments Deposit: A $25 nonrefundable and nontransferable deposit per participant per session is required.

The deposit holds space until the balance due date. If fees are not paid or arrangements made, spaces will be given to campers on the waiting list. Those applying for financial assistance must pay a $10 deposit per child per session.

Balance: The balance is due May 2 for June camps and June 6 for July camps. Fees cover instruction, supplies, and a camp T-shirt.

Refunds and Cancellation: If minimum registration numbers are not met, camps will be cancelled two weeks prior to the start of each session and the full refunds issued. For cancellation requests by families, refunds for fees paid (less deposits) may be requested in writing up to two weeks before the camp session begins. No refunds are available within two weeks of camp start date.

Swim Team and Youth Baseball: Fees must be paid in full upon registration. All fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Financial Assistance A limited amount of financial assistance is available to City of Decatur residents who demonstrate a need on a first-come-first-served basis. Proof of residency and income verification must be submitted with the financial assistance application. Assistance is based on a sliding scale. A minimum rate will be required for each activity. Applications are available online and at the Decatur Recreation Center.

Please note: • An application for financial assistance is not a promise of financial aid.

• Only City of Decatur residents may apply for financial assistance and are required to provide verification of residency upon application, in the form of a tax bill, utility bill, or rent receipt.

• Residents are required to submit verification of income. Copies of three current paycheck stubs, letters of supplemental income, Medicaid letters, or copies of the preceding year’s filed taxes will be accepted. All information will remain confidential.

• Families are eligible to apply for financial assistance for one full-day camp program per week with a maximum of up to three special interest camps during the summer.

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