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2019 Summer Camp Guide COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA ymca.org/copleycamp
ABOVE AND BEYOND We take pride in hiring the best people to fill our camp staff. Each camp leader was hand selected through an extensive hiring process. Each camp leader receives 30 hours of training and our unit leaders undergo 60 hours to ensure the safest environment for all participants and staff. Our training program includes but not limited to: • CPR and First Aid certified • Unit Leaders are additionally trained • Transportation safety • Behavior management and bully prevention • Child protection and abuse prevention • Field trip and off-site safety and procedures • General risk management and prevention • Work effectively with children with special needs • Pool and beach safety • Heat and sun protection safety
Our camps are ACA Accredited The American Camp Association is the only nationwide organization that accredits children’s camps. The ACA Accreditation process is a commitment by camps to the highest standards of health, safety and program quality. Accreditation requirements include a focus on staff qualifications, training, supervision ratios and procedures, as well as operational management including safety regulations and emergency procedures and communications.
Camp Ratios: Age 5 - 1 staff to 6 children Ages 6 to 8 - 1 staff to 8 children Ages 9 to 14 - 1 staff to 10 children Ages 15 to18 - 1 staff to 12 teens
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HERE’S WHAT PARENTS HAVE TO SAY....
“My son attended four camps this year and he was excited to get up and go every time. Thanks for having enthusiastic counselors and phenomenal leaders. Keep up the great work.”
“The counselor made my daughter feel very comfortable on her first day, her first time at a day camp. The counselors seemed well trained, coordinated and focused on keeping the kid’s engaged to have a positive experience. We will be back. She told me she is excited for her sister to be with her next year. Thanks!”
COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA • 619-280-9622
IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION PRIORITY MEMBER REGISTRATION Saturday, March 2nd Members receive 15% off camps GENERAL REGISTRATION Monday, March 9th CAMP LOCATION COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA 4300 El Cajon Blvd San Diego, CA 92105 (619) 280-9622 | ymca.org/copleyprice
CONTACT INFORMATION CAMP DIRECTOR Sulema Felix sfelix@ymca.org | 619-280-9622 ext. 11611 CAMP ADMIN Claribel Flores-Gonzalez cflores-gonzalez@ymca.org 619-280-9622 ext. 11614 CAMP FAX 619-283-7586 Attention: Camp
CAMP HOURS We have several camp options available for you to choose, from week-long camps, to single-day camps, your camper will have an unforgettable experience! Camp Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm
EXTENDED CAMP HOURS If you need care outside of the regular camp hours, the Y offers extended hours through our Extended Day program. Extended Day program is complimentary in the morning and available in the late afternoon for an additional fee. Free AM Care: 6:30am - 8:30am Drop off: 8:00am – 8:30am Camp: 8:30am – 4:00pm Pickup: 3:15pm – 4:00pm PM Care: 4:00pm – 6:00pm Member price per-week: $45 Participant price per-week: $53 *Daily Camp prices include extended camp hours.
SKIP THE LINE, REGISTER ONLINE! Search by CATALOG TAG at YMCA.ORG/COPLEYCAMP
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EASY WAYS TO REGISTER A medical release/liability waiver must be submitted during the registration process. All enrollments are subject to availability, and registrations are not guaranteed.
REGISTER ONLINE 1
REGISTER IN PERSON
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Go to ymca.org/copleyprice and search by “CATALOG CODE”
ONLINE CATALOG TAGS Looking for more information on one of our Camps? Use the Online Catalog Tag located on the Camp Matrix to find a full description and availability at ymca.org/camps.
YMCA
Walk in to the Welcome Center at your branch.
Download the full version of this guide with complete camp descriptions online ymca.org/campguide
What are
TRADITIONAL CAMPS? Traditional camps are ultra-spirited, fun-filled camps with weekly themes that guide activities and trips for the week. Your camper will be traveling on special adventures throughout San Diego: visiting theme parks, taking swim lessons, going to local parks and beaches, or simply having a great time on-site at the YMCA!
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2019 CAMP THEMES
Dress up to the weekly theme every FRIDAY! JUNE 17-21: DISNEY JUNE 24-28: SUPERHEROES UNITE! JULY 1-5: PARTY IN THE USA!
SPECIALTY CAMPS?
JULY 8-12: HALLOWEEN IN JULY
Does your child have a specific interest or hobby? Or looking for a camp that specializes in sports or STEM? Browse through the specialty camps section for camps that combine the traditional fun of YMCA day camps with the more specialized skills provided by vendors or YMCA experts.
JULY 22-26: SHARK WEEK
JULY 15-19: HAWAIIAN PARADISE JULY 29-AUG 2: WILD WILD WEST AUG 5-9: TIME TRAVEL AUG 12-16: GOING GLOBAL AUG 19-23: WACKY WILD SOCKS
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JULY 1-5
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JULY 15-19
JULY 22-26
JULY 29- AUG 2
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Cooking: Top Chef Just Desserts
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Funster Art
$220/$253
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Funster Chefs
$220/$253
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Funster Dance
$220/$253
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Funster Icky Sticky
$220/$253
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Funster Reptiles
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Funster Sports
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Funster Superheroes
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Girls Who Code
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Jr. Biologists
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Kayaking
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$220/$253
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Lego Mindstorm Robotics
$220/$253
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Photography
$220/$253
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Splash
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SKIP THE LINE, REGISTER ONLINE! Search by CATALOG TAG at YMCA.ORG/COPLEYCAMP = Camp includes daily swimming activities
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OUR CAMP FACILITIES
The Copley-Price Family YMCA opened its doors to the public in 2014 and proudly serves one of the most diverse communities in San Diego, offering a supportive environment for families in the City Heights, Kensington, Hillcrest, and North and South Park areas.
COMMUNITY KITCHEN Unique to the Copley-Price Family YMCA, our state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen for hands-on cooking classes will allow your camper to learn about nutrition, eating right, and healthy cooking in a welcoming and educational environment.
INDOOR SOCCER FIELD The Y is the place to PLAY! Our indoor soccer field is ready for your camper this summer! Campers will play organized games and activities on our designated space, and in some camps, will receive instruction on the turf field! Cleets are not required!
OUR CAMP FACILITIES AQUATICS CENTER & SPLASH PAD The Aquatics Complex at the Copley-Price Family YMCA is designed with your camper in mind! With both indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, there is never a bad time to swim! Additionally, we have a Splash Pad adjacent to the outdoor pool for your camper to enjoy all summer long!
YOUTH & TEEN CENTER Our fully outfitted Youth & Teen Center is one of our main camper hang-outs during the summer season! Amenities include computers, video games, ping-pong, TV’s, arts and crafts, and more!
BASKETBALL COURTS Who doesn’t love shooting some hoops! Our full-court basketball gymnasium is the perfect place for your camper to enjoy some organized team sports, activities, and games throughout their camp day!
SKIP THE LINE, REGISTER ONLINE! Search by CATALOG TAG at YMCA.ORG/COPLEYCAMP
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IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION PAYMENT METHOD Paying for camp is easy! Log online to pay your camp balance or stop by at our front desk. Two payment options are available for your convenience: 1. Pay now: Pay your full balance including a $25 nonrefundable deposit per camp week. 2. Pay later: Pay an upfront $25 nonrefundable deposit per camp week. The remainder of the balance will be due seven days before the first day of camp. Please note you will not be mailed an invoice. A balance due email will be sent to the email address you provide in your registration application. It saves to pay early! A $25 express enrollment fee will be applied to unpaid balances beginning the Tuesday before camp due to the additional costs associated with last-minute roster changes and vendor fees. Full camp balances are due one week prior to the start of each camp and your camper may lose their place in our roster if the balance isn’t paid.
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DROP-OFF/ SIGN-OUT PROCEDURES To ensure an efficient drop-off process, please make sure you follow all posted drop-off instructions. A signature from a parent, guardian or authorized adult is required on our daily sign-in sheet for your child to participate in camp activities. For late arrivals, it will be the responsibility of the parent or guardian to sign-in and ensure your child gets to their designated camp area. Safety of our campers is our number one priority. Only parents and/or designated adults are authorized to sign a child out of our camp programs. If you need to add another person to your authorized pick-up list, please make sure this is documented with our camp staff. All adults picking up a camper are required to present a photo ID every time. You will be charged a $1 per minute fee for every minute your camper has not been picked up at the end of the camp day.
COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA • 619-280-9622
IMPORTANT CAMP INFORMATION CANCELLATION POLICY We understand circumstances change and that you may need to revisit your camp options. Cancellation: Cancellation requests received prior to the start of the camp week will receive a 100 percent refund or Y-voucher minus the deposit. Requests received the first day of camp will receive a 75 percent refund or Y-voucher minus the deposit and camp vendor fees*. Additional service fees may be applied to credit card refunds. Refunds and Y-vouchers are not given if the cancellation request is received after the first day of camp. Missed camp and/or sick days are not eligible to receive refunds or Y-vouchers. *Certain branches and camps may have specific cancellation requirements outside of our general policy. Please check with your camp director to confirm a specific camp’s cancellation requirement.
MEDICATION Should your camper need to take medication during the program, we will administer as directed. The following items are essential for us to dispense any medication: • The medication will need to be checked in with a Day Camp Staff. Please do not leave the medication with your camper, including over the counter medication, epi-pens, inhalers, creams, eye drops, etc. • Medication must be in its original container with labeled prescription instructions. • A completed Medication Release form must be signed and submitted.
Y-Vouchers: Y-vouchers do not expire and are valid for any program at all YMCA locations in San Diego County. Y-vouchers can be transferred to another member of your family or friend. Transfer Request: Transfer requests are accepted through the Tuesday of the camp week. Camp fee differences must be paid at the time of transfer. All transfers are subject to availability.
A full list of our guidelines and policies can be found on our Day Camp Parent Manual. The Day Camp Parent Manual will be emailed to all participants. A copy can be obtained at our front-desk.
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FAQS Do you offer financial assistance?
Thanks to the generous support of our donors and year-round fundraising efforts, financial assistance is available through our Access Scholarship Program to qualified applicants ensuring everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Scholarship amounts are determined based on your individual circumstance. Simply apply at ymca.org/access or pick up a confidential application at our front desk.
What are the hours of camp?
Our camp day runs from 8:30am-4:00pm Monday-Friday, but we are also here to accommodate your family’s schedule and offer extended care before and after camp each day. Please see page 3 of this camp guide for camp hours, extended hours, and pricing.
Visit us online for more FAQs.
What do I need to send my camper with each day? We will supply the atmosphere for a great camp experience and ask that you send your camper with a morning snack, a water bottle, a lunch, and closed-toe shoes. We recommend applying sunscreen before you get to camp and our camp staff will supply sunscreen to campers regularly throughout the day. During our afternoon extended care, we will provide a healthy snack for your kids after a long day of fun at camp!
Can you tell me more about camp fees and deposits?
A $25 deposit is required for each week of camp. Deposits are non-refundable, non-transferable and are not subject to any discounts, promotions or financial assistance. Deposits are applied to the camp fee. Camp fees are the published rates in this brochure and are good up to the Monday before camp begins. Camp fees will increase $25 for registrations received Tuesday or later for the following week.
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COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA • 619-280-9622
WE ALSO OFFER THREE
OVERNIGHT CAMPS!
What does a typical camp day look like?* 6:30-8:30am
AM Extended Care
8:00-8:30am
Daily Drop Off
8:30-9:30am
Daily Orientation
9:30-10:35am
Activity Rotation 1
10:45-11:50am
Activity Rotation 2
1 & 2 We ek Overnigh t Sessions
11:50am-12:30pm Lunch 12:30-1:15pm
Squad Time
1:25-2:30pm
Activity Rotation 3
2:40-3:15pm
Activity Rotation 4
3:15-4:00pm
Closing and Camp Pick Up
4:00-6:00pm
PM Extended Care
This schedule is meant to demonstrate what a typical camp day could look like. All times and activities may vary and are subject to change. Most camps will spend 2 rotations focusing on their specialty activity. The additional 2 rotations that occur throughout the day are spent at our Activity Stations which include activities like arts and crafts, STEAM, songs, games and more!
CAMP MARSTON | Grades 2-11
Camp Marston is San Diego’s oldest overnight camp. Located on over two hundred acres of pristine mountain land next to Lake Jessop, Camp Marston offers traditional overnight camps year round. With a variety of activities ranging from archery to arts and crafts, your child will have the ultimate camping experience.
CAMP RAINTREE | Grades 4-12
Tucked away in the forest outside of Julian, our westernthemed camp focuses on horseback riding, caring for horses and traditional camp fun! Guided by highly trained staff, campers learn responsibility and build confidence through fun-filled adventures with new friends and progressively structured horsemanship programs.
CAMP SURF | Grades 3-11
This spectacular, 45-acre facility, right on the Pacific Ocean near San Diego is one of a kind! The oceanfront environment, filled with surfing, bodyboarding, and traditional camp activities, is the perfect setting for children and teens to develop the skills and relationships they’ll need to be confident, healthy, and connected.
Group Retreat & Family Camp info available online!
ymca.org/camps SKIP THE LINE, REGISTER ONLINE! Search by CATALOG TAG at YMCA.ORG/COPLEYCAMP
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TRADITIONAL CAMPS ON-SITE CAMPS
Join Y Day Camp for a week or an entire summer of fun! New experiences, skill building, a sense of community and lasting friendships are all part of traditional day camps. Trained camp leaders focus on caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all of our activities to maximize fun during the day! Set in the YMCA style of different crazy activities and themes each week, your camper will participate in team-building games, arts and crafts, science experiments and more!
High Fives Age 5 • $177/$203 • Catalog Tag: 16CPHIGH High Fives is a perfect fit for first-time campers! Campers will enjoy a daily 30-minute YMCA preschool-level swim lesson conducted by YMCA-certified swim instructors, with one instructor to every six children. The rest of their action-packed day will be spent getting messy doing arts and crafts, getting dirty, playing games, and getting silly singing their favorite camp songs. Campers will take a 30-minute quiet time.
PART-TIME TRAVEL TRADITIONAL CAMPS
Take camper adventures to the next level this summer! Build self-confidence, meet new friends and have a blast while exploring San Diego. Get a thrill from activities at the camp facility such as sports clinics, science experiments or arts and crafts, while exploring exciting weekly themes. As if this isn’t enough, take trips to different amazing locations, and bring home stories to share. Day campers will be divided into small groups by age, and will participate in activities appropriate to the interests and needs of their group.
Daily Day
Navigators
Ages 5-13 • $84/$96 • Catalog Tag: 16CPDAIL
Ages 8-10 • $160/$184 • Catalog Tag: 16CPNAV
We have the perfect solution for families who only need a partial week of camp or just a single day. Daily campers join our exciting line of part-time traveling camps or High Fives traditional camps. Daily Day gives you the flexibility of having camp when you want it. Enjoy the spirit and excitement of camp, with the option of signing up for any single day of camp — minus worrying at all about any extended day fees or a full-week commitment!
Voyagers Ages 6-8 • $160/$184 • Catalog Tag: 16CPVOY Highlighted field trip for the week: June 17-21: San Diego Zoo June 24-28: Birch Aquarium July 1-5 Laser Tag July 8-12: Living Coast Discovery Center July 15-19: San Diego Zoo July 22- 26: Woodstock’s Pizza July 29 -August 2: Belmont Park August 5-9: San Diego Ice Arena August 12-16: Bowling August 19-23: Boomers
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Highlighted field trip for the week: June 17-21: San Diego Zoo June 24-28: Birch Aquarium July 1-5: Laser Tag July 8-12: Living Coast Discovery Center July 15-19: San Diego Zoo July 22- 26: Woodstock’s Pizza July 29 -August 2: Belmont Park August 5-9: San Diego Ice Arena August 12-16: Bowling August 19-23: Boomers
Adventure Ages 10-13 • $160/$184 • Catalog Tag: 16CPADV Highlighted field trip for the week: June 17-21: Bowling June 24-28: Laser Tag July 1-5: San Diego Zoo July 8-12: Boomers July 15-19: Dave and Busters July 22- 26: Living Coast Discovery Center July 29 -August 2: Birch Aquarium August 5-9: Disneyland August 12-16: San Diego Ice Arena August 19-23: Belmont Park = Camp will travel offsite
COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA • 619-280-9622
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SPECIALTY CAMPS SPECIALTY CAMPS
Browse this spectacularly amazing specialty section for camps that provide the traditional fun of YMCA day camps with the more specialized skills of providers or YMCA experts!
C.I.T. Placement Ages 16-17 • $0/$22 • Catalog Tag: 16CPCITP CIT Placement is geared toward teens who are beginning the transition to becoming camp counselors. They will have additional responsibilities and expectations that are more aligned with those of our staff. Teens will earn school-required volunteer service hours by participating in this program. This is the perfect opportunity to complete this requirement and make a difference in our camp community! **Please note:** Training must be completed each year before participating in placement. NEW!
Cooking: Top Chef Just Desserts
Ages 7-12 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPTOP Each day campers will participate in fun challenges and have the freedom to create traditional desserts and sweet treats with a zany twist! Every day campers will have the opportunity to present their creations to a distinguished panel of judges and win fun awards in the process. Campers will also learn kitchen safety and basic cooking techniques along the way.
Funster Art NEW!
Ages 5-6 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPFUNA Let your inner artist shine! Campers will use a variety of creative techniques to create multiple projects, masterpieces and memories that will last a lifetime. NEW!
Funster Chefs
Ages 5-6 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPFUNC Campers will experience the perfect introduction to cooking. Your little Funster will learn how to mix, spread and create fun snacks and starters. They will participate in taste testing and have the opportunity to create their own kid-friendly snack book. NEW!
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Funster Icky Sticky
Ages 5-6 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPFUNI This camp is perfect for the Funster that loves to get their hands dirty! Funsters will dig and experiment in the slimiest, gooeist, ickiest and stickiest stuff they can get their hands on! This STEM based camp is sure to be slimy, yet satisfying!
Funster Reptiles NEW!
Ages 5-6 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPFUNR Funsters will meet and greet a variety of reptiles, such as snakes, frogs, tortoises, turtles, lizards, bugs and other creepy-crawlies! Campers will also participate in fun reptileinspired art projects, games and activities. If your camper likes these cold-blooded creatures, this camp is definitely for them!
Funster Sports NEW!
Ages 5-6 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPFUNS YMCA youth sports coaches will guide your little athletes in a variety of amazing sports clinics ranging from soccer to T-ball that will improve hand-eye coordination, balance and motor skills. Campers will also enjoy traditional camp activities such as swimming, group games, and arts and crafts. NEW!
Funster Superheroes
Ages 5-6 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPFUNU It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s Funster Superheroes camp! Campers will have a blast as they become their favorite hero: fighting evil, designing their cool capes and costumes, and abolishing crime! Save the day at Superheroes Camp! NEW!
Girls Who Code
Ages 9-14 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPGIR **Girls Who Code** is for the future computer scientists and engineers of the world. This camp will put these techies face to face with female engineers and entrepreneurs to see what it takes to make it as a young woman in tech. Campers will dive into robotics, web design and mobile development.
Funster Dance
Ages 5-6 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPFUND Funster Dance is a great physical and expressive outlet for young campers. Campers will learn how to march and move to rhythms and follow a dance routine. The dancers will end the week with a final performance to showcase their talents! SKIP THE LINE, REGISTER ONLINE! Search by CATALOG TAG at YMCA.ORG/COPLEYCAMP
SPECIALTY CAMPS Gymnastics
Ages 7-12 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPGYM Beginning to experienced gymnasts will learn or improve acrobatic and creative movement skills. Campers will be grouped by age and ability for three hours of gymnastics instruction daily, including basic tumbling, equipment stations, low beams and the ever-popular foam pit. Camp includes arts and crafts, games and songs, with a gymnastics performance for parents at the end of the week. Instruction will take place in our state-of-the-art Gymnastics Center at Toby Wells YMCA. NEW!
Jr. Biologists
Ages 7-12 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPJRB Campers will travel daily to Living Coast Discovery Center. This is the perfect camp for budding biologists. We’ll track wildlife on the marsh, explore life under the microscope, feed sharks and meet sea turtles up close. We’ll even see what it takes to care for eagles, owls, and endangered clapper rails. Being a biologist has never been more fun! NEW!
Kayaking
Ages 10-16 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPKAY Campers will spend the week kayaking along the beautiful San Diego coast. They will also get to see what is under the water when they visit snorkeling sites at Mission Bay Aquatic Center. No special equipment required.
Lego Mindstorm Robotics
Ages 9-14 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPLEGM Our beginner LEGO EV3 Robotics course is just that, the beginning! This course is designed for aspiring robot builders, coders, and all those tech-y. We’ll cover the basics of the EV3 Mindstorms robot using the Education build version. Campers will learn how to program basic functions like moving, stopping, and turning before moving on to using the Color and Touch sensors to navigate a maze and otherchallenges. Computers and EV3 Mindstorms robots provided. Prerequisites: Basic computer knowledge such as using a mouse, double clicking, and typing.
L.I.T. Placement
Ages 13-15 • $115/$132 • Catalog Tag: 16CPLIT LIT Placement is an opportunity for LIT’s who have successfully completed our training course to use their leadership skills in the field of camp and enjoy the rewards of working with the YMCA’s incredible staff team. LITs will experience various camp programs, assist in the daily operations of camp, and receive valuable on-the-job experience that will help build a strong foundation for either a recreational or child care career. Teens will be placed into age-appropriate camps prior to the start of placement week. If you sign up over the weekend, your camp placement will be made Monday morning by 8:30am Join our team in making a difference in the lives of many young campers this summer while earning school-required volunteer service hours! **Please Note:** Training must be completed each year before participating in placement.
Laser Tag Ages 7-13 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPLAS The YMCA is proud to offer this exciting and immensely popular camp. Campers of all ability levels enjoy the full range of the laser tag experience including exciting team-building and game-tactical components. During the camp week, campers will play a wide variety of game formats and become seasoned players. They will discover their inner leader as they chart out there teams’ strategies and learn how to best achieve the goals of each game. **Please Note:** This is a physical activity played in a dimly-lit maze with strobe lights, loud music and other players. Please consult with camp staff if your child has any special conditions.
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Photography
Ages 7-12 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPPHO This brand new camp is sure to be a blast! Campers will be learning about freelance photography and other important digital photography skills, and then our campers will put those skills in to practice by traveling to local San Diego hot spots to capture the perfect photo. They will have the opportunity to build their own portfolio that they will be able to take home at the end of the week. If your camper is interested in media arts than this is the perfect camp!
= Camp will travel offsite
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= Camp includes STEM activities
SPECIALTY CAMPS Splash
Ages 6-8 • $210/$241 • Catalog Tag: 16CPSPLA This wet, wild, and fun camp is sure to keep your little fishes busy. Campers will travel twice to local parks, enjoy a fun-filled, 30-minute jam-packed swimming lesson with outstanding YMCA certified lifeguards, followed by an extended swim time full of splishing, splashing and sploshing! When the children are not in the pool, they are having a blast participating in other camp activities such as arts and crafts, games, songs, sports and more.
Soccer
Ages 7-12 • $210/$241 • Catalog Tag: 16CPSOC Your young soccer fan will get a kick out of this camp! The YMCA will provide instruction featuring daily clinics, scrimmages and tournament play. Drills will focus on dribbling, passing, shooting and position techniques.
Technology Camp
Ages 7-12 • $220/$253 • Catalog Tag: 16CPTEC Robotics, Coding, Electric Circuits, Video Game Design & More! We invite your camper to join us for a most-excellent, technologyinspired camp where kids will journey through daily Technology Adventures and learn how combining Software (Coding) & Hardware (Electronics) skills together to make Mobile Technology! The last day of camp will feature a Tech-Camp Showcase where campers show off their newly-minted tech skills to friends, parents, and camp staff.
Wild Encounters
Ages 6-10 • $245/$281 • Catalog Tag: 16CPWILD Copley-Price Family YMCA partners with the world-famous San Diego Zoo to give you a VIP experience you won’t forget. A zoo guru will spend a full hour touring campers behind the scenes at some of your favorite exhibits. On Monday, take a bus tour to get a great overview of the entire zoo. See some of the phenomenal flora and fauna at one of the world’s largest botanical gardens. If you love monkeying around, this expedition is for you. Don’t forget your walking shoes! **Please note:** Formerly Zoo Camp.
= Camp includes daily swimming activities
= Camp will travel offsite
= Camp includes STEM activities
SKIP THE LINE, REGISTER ONLINE! Search by CATALOG TAG at YMCA.ORG/COPLEYCAMP
COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA 4300 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92105 ymca.org/copleyprice
Sign Up For Summer Camp! COPLEY-PRICE FAMILY YMCA 4300 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92105 Phone: 619-280-9622 ymca.org/copleyprice
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