2023 CAMP SAN JOSÉ JR.

At Camp San Jose Jr., your child will participate in an unforgettable summer camp! We combine camp traditions with a wide variety of enrichment and educational activities. Children will have the opportunity to create cool art projects, play games and, sing funny songs while ensuring CDC safety measures. Camp San Jose Jr. includes skill-building, making new friendships, and much more! Campers need to bring water, lunch, and sunscreen each day. Each Camp San Jose Jr. session runs for one (1) week.

*Safety is our main priority and we will continue to follow all Santa Clara County and the State of California guidelines. Please keep your child home if they are displaying any signs of illness and report the absence to the campsite that your child is registered in.

For questions, please email: sjrecpreschool@sanjoseca.gov

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SESSIONS:

June 12, 2023 -

August 11, 2023 (Dates vary at each site)

General Weekly Rate $150

($131 for Juneteenth Week & 4th of July Week)

Scholarship Available!*

Scholarships are awarded as funding is available. Completion of the scholarship application does not guarantee approval of a scholarship.

MAD SCIENCE EARTH, WIND & INSPIRE

Neither rain, nor sleet, nor snow will prevent us from having a great time in this session of Mad Science Explore meteorology and clouds and take a voyage to the center of the earth to how our planet formed Discover how science is used to solve capres and take home your own I D kit Build some simple Mad Science Machines and make your own Rocket Racer! Discover first-hand how movie special effects are created Turn your kitchen into a virtual lab and experiment with chemical reactions that take place. Explore the science behind your favorite toys!

Instructor: Mad Science of the Bay Area

Location: Southside CC- Room 6 No Class on 4/11.

FUND!MENTALS OF DRAWING

Our students will learn how to think outside of the box as they create stylized drawings of an intricately patterned fish, a cartoon alligator and a detailed illustration featuring an aerial view from the perspective of a jet plane!

Instructor: Young Rembrandts

Location: Southside CC- Room 6

Art Exploration Class

This class provides young children with the opportunity to learn about art through play and experimentation. While learning age appropriate skills, participants will explore different kinds of materials including glue, wood, recycled materials, beads, buttons and fabrics. Dress for a mess!

Instructor: City of San Jose Staff

Location: Southside CC- Room 7

Hoopster Tots

Learning basketball has never been more fun! These classes focus on dribbling, shot technique, passing and team work Adjustable hoops and appropriately sized basketballs are used to always provide just the right amount of challenge.

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Academy

Location: Southside CC- Fitness/Dance Room

MINI GYM STARS

A great beginner gymnastics class teaching basic gymnastics skills, including movement exploration, balance, coordination and at the same time teaching agility and improving motor skills

Instructor: Dance Arts Academy Location: Southside CC-

BALLET/TAP COMBO CLASS

Come join the fun! A great beginner gymnastics class teaching basic gymnastics skills, including movement exploration, balance, coordination and at the same time teaching agility and improving motor skills. Students will have fun learning Ballet positions, warm-ups, and tap steps Parents are allowed to stay the first 10 minutes of class and are encouraged to attend the last class for a great recital.

Instructor: Dance Arts Academy

Location: Southside CC- Fitness/Dance Room

Music Funtastic Class

Children will be introduced to basic instruments though singing games, joyful movements, and instrument exploration They will drum, sing, and dance to rhythms inspired by musical traditions around the world.

Instructor: City of San Jose Staff

Location: Southside CC- Room 7

Camp Dance

A little bit of everything! Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Gymnastics, Cheer, Singing and Hawaiian are all taught in this great half day camp Participants are placed in age-appropriate groups A snack and juice is provided A great recital for parents on Friday!

Instructor: Dance Arts Academy

Location: Southside CC- Fitness/ Dance Room

WACKY ROBOTS & WIDGETS-FULL DAY/HALF DAY

Whether your child loves to build things or destroy them, this week of camp includes lots of both! Junior Mad Science engineers design and build structures using simple tools and their imaginations Then the machine madness starts children discover how different machines, both simple and complex, are used in our daily lives! Kids design simple machines using pulleys, wedges, screws, levers and have fun learning how catapults work We use the skills we've learned to build a Mad Science robot that we can keep, all while learning the science of robotics!

Instructor: Mad Science of The Bay Area

Location: Southside CC- Room 6

FASHIONISTA-ANIME/MANGA

If you have love all things Manga and Fashion, sign up for this class. Join Young Rembrandts for a 5 day drawing workshop; we'll be drawing and coloring all things ANIME! Artists will learn to draw anime style fashion characters ranging from simple to elaborate-this is a great way to combine fashion designing skills and learn new manga tricks Each day students will complete multiple pieces of artwork like manga hairstyles, school uniforms, fantasy costumes and more ARTastic drawings

Instructor: Young Rembrandts

Location: Southside CC- Room 6

Ocean Life Pastel

Join us for a five days of pastel fun as we learn about a new medium and explore art history by studying different artists and their work. Each day we will create one large drawing in pastel chalks

Instructor: Young Rembrandts

Location: Southside CC- Room 7

Animal Cartoons

STEM-ULATING SCIENCE

Mad Science and NASA have teamed up to bring the excitement and wonder of space on this new voyage of discovery See the principles of thrust and propulsion at work as we explore the atmosphere on earth and beyond! 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

Participants must be toilet trained

Instructor: Mad Science Of The Bay Area

Location: Southside CC- Room 6

No Class on July 4

My First Lab

Learn about everything form Air Pressure to Zebras! This week of discovery introduces kids to all facets of science Explore the science of the sea and the fascinating creatures that live there Campers become paleontologists by searching for fossils and participating in a mini dinosaur dig We become bubbleologists as we learn about the science of bubbles!

Instructor: Mad Science Of The Bay Area

Location: Southside CC- Room 6

Laugh-out-loud-funny! Mind-bendingly-adorable! Awesomebeyond-belief! These are just some of the words that best describe our Cartoon Animals Workshop If your child is a fan of cuddly animals and funny cartoons, this drawing workshop is especially tailored for his or her needs Over the course of five days, our students will learn how to draw animals of all shapes, sizes and colors. They will learn how to personify ordinary animals, transforming them into fully-realized cartoon characters Be a part of the something fun and special! Enroll your budding artist today!

Instructor: Young Rembrandts

NASA: JOURNEY INTO OUTER SPACE

Mad Science and NASA have teamed up to bring the excitement and wonder of space on this new voyage of discovery See the principles of thrust and propulsion at work as we explore the atmosphere on earth and beyond! 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

Participants must be toilet trained

Instructor: Mad Science Of The Bay Area

Location: Southside CC- Room 6

SPY ACADEMY - FULL DAY/HALF DAY

From decoding messages to metal detectors and night vision, campers check out spy tech equipment and take home lots of gadgets! Step into the shoes of a detective as you uncover the science involved in evidence gathering and analysis! Figure out the science of forensics and reveal who is behind those crazy capers! Become a super spy and learn the clever ways of performing tasks as we take a hands on view of the science that spies use!

Instructor: Mad Science Of The Bay Area

Location: Southside CC- Room 6

YOUNG INVENTORS CAMP-FULL/HALF DAY

This Mad Science camp is designed by you the Inventor! Each day you’ll be given a series of challenges which must be overcome using basic materials, simple machines, tips from world famous inventors and the most important thing of all – your imagination! With a little bit of ingenuity, you’ll construct catapults and forts, then lay siege to the castle. Assemble your own working light stick and prepare to rule the galaxy!

Instructor: Mad Science of The Bay Area

Location: Southside CC- Room 6

"FIZZ"- ICAL PHENOMENA CHE-MYSTERYFULL DAY/HALF DAY

Have a ton of fun as we whip up potions and experiment with all kinds of chemical reactions, including growing crystals, making sidewalk chalk, and learning the science of chromatography on a Mad Science Lab Coat we get to keep! Mix it up as we experiment with molecular madness, radical reactions and "fizz"ical and chemical reactions Discover what those crazy chemists are really up to in their laboratories!

Instructor: Mad Science of The Bay Area

Location: Southside C.C- Room 6

Brixology

BRIXOLOGY builds the foundation for our next generation of makers! Take home LEGO™ inspired projects each day! Learn engineering concepts while assembling a space station, boats and vehicles From carnival rides to machines that draw, take creativity to a whole new level and solve real-world design challenges! Masks are required for the duration of activity Bring a bottle water and snack

Instructor: Mad Science Of The Bay Area

Location: Southside CC- Room 6

JET CADETS- FULL DAY/HALF DAY

This hands-on Mad Science program teaches you all about aerodynamics and the world above us! Explore the basic principles of flight, build airplanes, ride a hovercraft and construct balloon copters Learn about celestial navigation and take home a rocket you build yourself!

Instructor: Mad Science of The Bay Area

Location: Southside CC- Room 6

Mi Familia

Family is central to the Latin American culture! Join Young Rembrandts for a 5- day drawing workshop; we'll be drawing and coloring the magical world of LATIN AMERICA! Artists will learn to draw a charmed house, members of a typical Latin American Family and so much more! Each day is a new look into what life is like in one of the largest regions of the world and students will complete multiple drawings like astonishing animals, distinctive toys and more enchanting.

Art Start Camp

Children explore and experiment with painting, drawing, textures, collages, and other basic techniques As they stretch their imagination, little ones are also developing fine motor skills, color and shape recognition, listening and focusing. A variety of art materials will be used as they create their own original works of art! We will add group singing and dancing each day. Our group activities help children improve language and social skills, coordination, fine motor skills and a fun time for all

Instructor: CLAP Art Location: Southside CC- Room 7

Flag Football Camp

Flag Football is the perfect introduction to "America's Game " Participants learn skills on both sides of the football-including the core components of passing, catching, de-flagging and defense-all presented in a fun and positive environment

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Academy

Location: Ramac Park Softball Field

Tennis Camp

Grab your tennis racket and get ready to play! Whether your child is a beginning or intermediate player, this program will improve their game and help them get more enjoyment from tennis Our tennis programs focus on skill refinement as well as practice and match play to develop consistent, well-rounded tennis players

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Academy

Location: Los Paseos Tennis Courts

Track And Field Camp

The fundamentals of body positioning stride, proper stretching and cool-down techniques are taught. Track and field events include javelin discus ,shot put, hurdles, long jump, triple jump and various running and relay events

Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes Bring snacks and a water bottle

All participants receive an award certificate, Skyhawks t-shirt

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Academy

Location: Ramac Park Softball Field

MINI-HAWK CAMP

This multi-sport program was developed to give 4-7 year-olds a positive first step into athletics. Sports are taught in a safe, structured environment filled with encouragement and fun

Through games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace. Participants should wear appropriate clothing and running shoes; bring a water bottle and sunscreen/hat All children receive an award certificate, Skyhawks t-shirt and ball.

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Academy

Location: Ramac Park Softball Field

Soccer Camp

Using our progressional curriculum, your young athlete will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required for that next step into soccer

Participants should wear appropriate clothing, shin guards (optional) and running shoes Bring snacks, water bottle All participants receive an award certificate and a Skyhawks t-shirt.

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Academy

Location: Ramac Park Softball Field

MULTI-SPORT CAMP

Multi-sport camps are designed to introduce young athletes to a variety of different sports in one setting Athletes will learn the rules and essential skills of each sport, along with vital life lessons such as respect and teamwork Participants should wear appropriate clothing, shin guards (optional) and running shoes; bring a few snacks, water bottle a baseball glove and sunscreen. All children receive an award certificate, Skyhawks t-shirt and ball

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Academy

Location: Ramac Park Softball Field

Beginning Golf

Campers will learn the fundamentals of swinging, putting, body positioning, etiquette and keeping score The program is specifically designed for the entry-level player, simplifying instruction so that young players can make an easy and effective transition onto the golf course All equipment provided Bring snacks, water bottle. All participants receive an award certificate and a Skyhawks t-shirt

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Academy

Location:

Softball Field

QUILTERS KNITTING & CROCHETING

Quilting is the art of sewing two or more layers of material together to create a variety of textile products Quilting techniques can be used to make bedspreads, wall hangings, clothing, oven mitts, and more. This group works on individual and group projects and provides quilters with an opportunity to share ideas and techniques. The class is for beginners or experienced quilterslots of helpful advice available.

Instructor: Volunteer Led Location: Southside CC- Room 9

Seeking beginners and advanced knitters and crochet enthusiasts to help grow our group! We are a small group who enjoy making things Some work is accomplished while lots of socializing and sharing of techniques are spread around. Join us for a day and you will see the magic we create. Please bring your own materials.

Instructor: Volunteer Led Location:

Handwork For Others

Come knit and crochet blankets, clothes, scarves, etc. with friends! All items made are donated to local hospitals and charities No instruction provided

Instructor:

Ceramics With Kimberly

Learn alongside each other while creating beautiful useful pieces with your own hands! You will be working with different mediums and learning techniques to design and glaze. All levels are welcome.

Instructor: City of San Jose Staff Location: Southside CC - Room 7 & Kiln Room

Senior Nutrition Program

Lunch is served Monday through Friday from 11:30am-12:15pm for seniors age 60 and older. We open the doors at 11 am. The menu is listed in the monthly newsletter available at the community center. Please call 408-6299606 24 hours in advance to make reservations for your meal

Location: Southside CC- Multi-Purpose Room No meals available on 3/31 and 5/29

Beginner Spanish

Welcome to Beginner Spanish! Looking to add a new language to your life? Well look no further Come spend time with us while we have fun learning something new All levels of Spanish are welcome.

Instructor: City of San Jose Staff Location:

CC - Room 7

Scholarships Available

The City of San Jose offers activity scholarships for children, seniors, and adults with disabilities who qualify Scholarships will cover 50-70% of the class cost Fill out the scholarship form and bring the necessary documents to any City of San Jose community center

Contact any community center for information.

Tai Ji Quan

Enjoy this unique form of exercise Traditional Chinese dance brings energy, enjoyment and well-being of the body. The mind enjoys the harmony of music, bringing peace and balance.

Instructor: Volunteer Led Location: Southside CC- Rooms 8 & 9 No Class on 3/31

ADULT TAP DANCE/"DAZZLING DIVAS"

Come and join the Dazzling Divas Dance Group and perform for Southside's special events. Registration is required.

Instructor: Volunteer Led Location: Southside CC- Fitness Room

Fitness Over 50

Learn safe exercises for those 50+ Light Aerobic exercise at your own pace.

Instructor: Volunteer Led Location:

Yuan Ji Dance

Enhance your body and mind with Yuan Ji Dance classical movements. Including a mixture of martial arts, physical therapy, meditation, dance and qigong exercise. Come get your body moving while you learn this unique and beautiful style of dance. This multicultural dance promotes health and well-being for all.

Instructor: Volunteer Led Location: Southside CC Multi-Purpose Room

TABLE TENNIS/PING PONG

Did you know that table tennis is the most popular racket sport in the world?! This is a fun and exciting activity that also improves hand-eye coordination. Come play for fun or participate in competitions. Join other table tennis enthusiasts at your local community center. Beginners welcome.

Instructor: Volunteer Led Location: Southside CC- Rooms 8 & 9 No

Horseshoe Toss

Come and enjoy your morning while having fun playing a game of horseshoes. There is freshly made coffee and pastries each class. Registration is required.

Instructor: Volunteer Led Location: Horseshoe Pit

Class 3/31 and 5/29

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