bronx-summer_day_camp_brochure_2012 by New York City's YMCA

A SUMMER TO DISCOVER Bronx YMCA Summer Day Camp 2012

Is your child ready for a summer of adventure? The Bronx YMCA is about to embark on yet another fun and exciting summer of day camp. Welcome to all of our returning and new campers to our 2012 Day Camp Program. Y Day Camp uses hands-on learning through indoor and outdoor educational activities. Thank you for choosing our summer day camp for your child. We look forward to getting to know your son or daughter! Sincerely, Dorothy Kardash Day Camp Director

YMCA Day Camp Through programs like Day Camp, we nurture your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sense of self-confidence and introduce them to positive, fun experiences that build leadership and social skills. Well-trained, qualified staff serve as positive role models for campers. Y Day Camp enhances camperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s self-confidence, self-esteem and leadership skills through structured (and fun!) activities. Campers develop a true understanding of diversity in an atmosphere of acceptance and approval of the uniqueness of others. Campers are encouraged to be creative, expressive and learn new skills. Summer learning activities offer fun way for campers to read and learn over the summer months. All YMCA Day Camps are licensed by the NYC Department of Health and Accredited by the American Camping Association (ACA).

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW OUR YMCA MISSION

CAMP LOCATION

The YMCA of Greater New York is a communitybased service organization which promotes positive values through programs that build spirit, mind, and body, welcoming all people with a focus on youth.

The Bronx YMCA Summer Day Camp operates out of 2 Castle Hill Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473. We also use offsite facilities such as local parks and schools to conduct Day Camp.

OUR VALUES Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

YMCA DAY CAMP OBJECTIVES YMCA Summer Day Camp helps campers ages 4 - 13 years old grow mentally and physically by participating in challenging activities in both small and large group settings under the supervision of a caring and well trained staff.

SUMMER LEARNING To succeed in school and life, children and young adults need ongoing opportunities to learn and practice essential skills. This is especially true during the summer months when children lose much of what they learn during the school year. YMCA of Greater New York Day Camps provide high-quality summer learning initiatives that give children a variety of ways to improve reading and math skills and explore music, drama, art and sports. Through fun, themed curriculum that incorporates key academic components, children will practice and further their academic skills, learn to plan and create projects, learn teamwork and develop new skills. To inspire reading, our program will provide books recommended by the Department of Education for summer reading.

DATES & HOURS OF OPERATION The Bronx YMCA Summer Day Camp is a nine-week program that runs from July 2nd August 31st, including Holiday Camp) from 9am - 4pm (extended hours available).

OPEN HOUSES Saturday, March 3, 2012 Saturday, April 28, 2012 Saturday, May 19, 2012 Saturday, June 2, 2012

10 – 4 pm 10 – 4 pm 10 – 4 pm 12 – 4 pm

REGISTRATION MADE EASY Follow instructions and fill out all registration packet forms making sure they are completed and signed Have 2 passport size photos of your child for submission A copy of your child’s birth certificate if required, if they are under the age of 6 Bring everything in with the $50 registration fee, along with payment for your child’s first session with additional non-refundable deposits of $100 for each added session. This will hold your child’s spot for the designated weeks of camp. The Department of Health requires that you submit your child’s medical form completed with parent information and signature as well as the doctor’s information, signature and stamp prior to your child’s first day of camp. It’s a good idea to keep extra copies of the medical form for your records. The Bronx YMCA accepts cash, money orders & all major credit cards as forms of payment.

PARENT ORIENTATION Parent Orientation is mandatory. Parent or guardian must attend this mandatory meeting on May 27th at 12pm or June 5th at 6:30pm for new campers. Parent or guardian of returning campers must attend on June 19th at 6:30pm or June 23rd at 2pm.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The Bronx YMCA awards scholarships to campers based on a parent or a family’s annual income. The scholarship applications must be submitted by May 19, 2012.

GOVERNMENT & UNION VOUCHERS We accept TWU Local 100, and 1199 SEIU vouchers. You must have your confirmation letter with you at the time of registration.

REFUNDS AND CREDITS If your child cannot attend camp for a period of time paid, you may submit a request for credit along with documentation to the Camp Director. Credits can be used for camp or other programs throughout the year. Any refund requests will be submitted to the Camp Director and will be granted under the discretion of the Youth & Family Director. All requests should be made prior to the start of the session.

PROMOTIONAL OFFERS

Early Bird Discounts 10% discount for participants who are registered by May 19 and have paid in full. Siblings Discounts 10% off each additional sibling. Discounts cannot be combined. Y Afterschool Discounts 15% discount for participants of our fee-based Y Afterschool programs of the 2011-2012 school year who are registered by May 19 and have paid in full. Discounts cannot be combined.

CAMP GEAR Each child will receive 3 shirts and a camp bag. Swim caps will be given during the camper’s first day of swimming. Camp t-shirts must be worn every day. Additional shirts may be purchased at $5 each. Swim gear must consist of a towel, swimsuit, swim cap, a change of clothing, water shoes and a plastic bag (or other receptacle for wet swim gear). Camp gear is distributed during the camper’s first day of camp.

EXPLORE PLAY AND GROW

Each session of camp provides your child hands-on activities including field days, educational field trips and theme days.

WHY YOUR KID IS GOING TO LOVE US! The Bronx YMCA Summer Day Camp presents a tremendous opportunity for your child to widen horizons, form new friendships, take risks and discover new strengths. Take comfort in knowing that enrolling in the Bronx Y means your child is entering a safe place, with adults who are skilled in child development. We look to foster a camper’s educational and social development. All of our programs reinforce the Y’ four core-values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Our activities include instructional swim, recreational swim, arts, literacy, sports, science, dance, theatre, fitness, team-building activities and a fieldtrip every session. Should you have any questions, contact our Sr.Director of Youth, Family and Community Programs, Ann-Margaret Gutierrez at 718-792-9736 or email her at amgutierrez@ymcanyc.org.

A (SAMPLE) DAY AT CAMP: MONDAY

TUESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

ROLL CALL

9:00 - 9:45 * FIELD

TEAM BUILDING

ARTS & CRAFTS

VALUE

THEATER

10:00 - 10:45

FRONT OF BLDG "B"

ART GALLERY

UNDER THE TENT

MULTIPURPOSE ROOM

VALUE

TEAM BUILDING

SCIENCE

11:00 - 11:45

UNDER THE TENT

FRONT OF BLDG "B"

GYM

LUNCH

12:00 - 12:45

UNDER THE TENT

WEDNESDAY

FIELD TRIP

12:00 - 12:45

UNDER THE TENT

SWIMMING

DANCE

FITNESS

DANCE

1:00 - 1:45

POOL

GYM/STUDIO

FIELD

GYM/STUDIO

THEATER

SCIENCE

JOURNAL WRITING

SWIMMING

2:00 - 2:45

MULTIPURPOSE ROOM

GYM

UNDER THE TENT

POOL JOURNAL WRITING

FITNESS

JOURNAL WRITING

ARTS & CRAFTS

3:00 - 3:45

FIELD

UNDER THE TENT

ART GALLERY

UNDER THE TENT

A SUMMER OF FUN 2012 Summer Day Camp Sessions and Fees SUMMER DAY CAMP Session

Dates

I II III IV Holiday Camp

July 2 – July 13 (closed July 4) July 16 – July 27 July 30 – August 10 August 13 – August 24 August 27- August 31

Registration Deadline & Payment Due Date June 29 July 3 July 27 August 10 August 24

CAMP FEES Member fee

Non-member fee

Unit I (Ages 4-6) - Sessions I-IV Units 2 & 3 (Ages 7-13) - Sessions I-IV

$365 per 2-week session $345 per 2-week session

$385 per 2-week session $365 per 2-week session

Unit I (Ages 4-6) - Weeks I - VIII Units 2 & 3 (Ages 7-13) - Weeks I - VIII

$245 per week $225 per week

$255 per week $235 per week

Unit 1 (Ages 4-6) - Holiday Camp Units 2 & 3 (Ages 7-13) - Holiday Camp

$245 8/27-8/31 $235 8/27-8/31

$255 8/27-8/31 $245 8/27-8/31

EXTENDED HOURS

Morning Extended Hours are available to parents from 7:30 to 9:00am at $50 per week. Afternoon Extended Hours are available to parents from 4:00 to 6:00pm at $50 per week. Morning & Evening Extended Hours are available to parents at $75 per week.

PLEASE NOTE: Payment is due for your child’s first session at the time of registration. The fees for extended hours are also due at the time of registration. The last day to register for extended hours is the same as the payment due date for the session it falls in.

DATES TO REMEMBER REGISTRATION BEGINS:

Wednesday, February 1

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE DEADLINE:

Saturday, May 19

CAMP OPEN HOUSES:

Saturday, March 3

10-4pm

Saturday, April 28 Saturday, May 19 Saturday, June 2

EARLY BIRD & AFTERSCHOOL DISCOUNT DEADLINE:

Saturday, May 19

PARENT ORIENTATION DATES:

(NEW CAMPERS) Sunday, May 27 Tuesday, June 5

10-4pm 10-4pm 12-4pm

12pm 6:30pm

(RETURNING CAMPERS) Tuesday, June 19 Saturday, June 23

PAYMENT DUE DATES:

6:30pm 12pm

Friday, June 29 for Session I Friday, July 13 for Session II Friday, July 27 for Session III Friday, August 10 for Session IV

REGISTRATION CHECKLIST: 2 passport size photos of your child A copy of you child’s birth certificate (for children ages 4-6) $50 registration fee (one per family) Payment for your child’s first session

$100 non-refundable deposits for each added session Completed camp application Parent orientation date Medical form (due prior to your child’s first day of camp)

SCHOOL’S OUT, THE Y’S IN. Holiday Camps held during the School Year For kids, a week off from school is all about having fun. As a parent, you’d like something more to go along with that fun. For parents, our Y is ready to take over with a day’s worth of awesome (and structured) games and activities, all led by trained, caring adult staff. Sure beats TV! Through out-of-school-time programs like Holiday Camp, we help kids grow stronger in spirit, mind and body with fun activities that help them build independence while making new friends. AGES: 5-12 SESSIONS: Mid-Winter Recess 2/20-2/24 EI Spring Break 4/9-4/13 FEES PER SESSION: *9:00-4PM = $190 for members / $210 for non-members *7:30-4PM = $240 for members / $260 for non-members *9:00-6PM = $240 for members / $260 for non-members *7:30-6PM = $265 for members / $285 for non-members *$30 late fee charged added when you register on or after Saturday, February 18th. A recent medical form must be on file for your child to attend, in accordance to DOH standards.

MORE KID STUFF BRONX YMCA YOUTH PROGRAMS

The Bronx YMCA provides after school, day and weekend programming for youth of all ages. The Youth Department offers programs to introduce a wide range of fun and stimulating classes to help build a healthy mind, body and spirit. All programs are 8-weeks long and $60 for members and $120 for non-members (for the entire 8-week session) unless otherwise noted. Ballet/Jazz Combo

Baseball

Creative Movement

This combination class introduces young children to beginner ballet and basic jazz techniques. Students become aware of body alignment and movement through exposure to dance fundamentals, rhythmic exercise, and creative movement.

A comprehensive program with an emphasis of both the development of athletic and social skills, teamwork, sportsmanship and positive competition in a fun environment.

An introduction for toddlers to the basics of dance. Pre-schoolers will explore dance as a tool for self-expression using rhythm games, songs, and stories. Children learn balance, coordination, and develop basic locomotive skills.

Ages: 4.5 - 9

6 - 14

Ages:

3&4

10 and Under Tennis

Soccer

Sports Sampler

The YMCA has partnered with the United States Tennis Association for 10 and Under Tennis. Kid-sized racquets, slower and lower-bouncing balls make this QuickStart Tennis program exciting and a new way to learn. The YMCA will supply use of the racquets.

We get the ball rolling and develop and improve children’s skills through engaging warm-ups, activities and games, all while having fun!

This is a proven instructional program designed to prepare kids for sports without the threat of competition or fear of getting hurt. Parents work with their children in a supportive environment to learn all of the basic skills, from catching and throwing, to kicking and batting.

Ages:

6 &14

Ages:

3-6

New Age Tae Kwon Do

Parents’ Night Out

Learn punches, strikes, blocks and kicks while gaining focus, strength and coordination. Tae Kwon-Do at the YMCA is all about teamwork, mutual respect and patience with Master George

Parents, enjoy some adult time and be assured your children will have a blast in a safe, caring, fun environment. Best of all - we’re having a pizza party! 6:00 - 9:45pm The registration deadline is one week before the date of the program.

Ages: 5 - 99 Fee for 1x a week = $60(mem) / $120(non)

8-weeks: 2x a week = $120(mem) / $240(non) 3x a week = $180(mem) / $360(non)

When: 2/10, 3/9, 4/13, 5/11, 6/8, 7/13, 8/10, 9/14, 10/12, 11/9 & 12/14 Ages: 5 - 12 Fee: $25(mem) $30(non) per day

For more information on these and other youth programs contact Laura Solís, Youth Programs & Communications Coordinator at (718) 792-9736 or lsolis@ymcanyc.org.

THE NEXT ADVENTURE New York YMCA Sleepaway Camp Boys and Girls (Ages 6 – 16) Located 86 miles northwest of Manhattan, the New York YMCA Camp is a globally diverse community built upon the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Here each child enjoys adventures, new friendships and joyful experiences. Campers are secure in our bully-free camp from day one. Children are always supervised by highly trained counselors. Friendships are immediately fostered through teambuilding and cabin activities. By supporting each camper and cabin group, our counselors help campers form the life-long relationships for which our camp is known.

• Sports

• Horseback Riding

• Performing Arts

• Outdoor Life Skills

• Swimming

• Boating

• Waterskiing

• Tubing

• Arts

Call us toll free at 877-30-YCAMP or visit us online www.newyorkymcacamp.org to learn more.

NOTES:

2 Castle Hill Avenue Bronx , NY 10473 (718) 792-9736 www.ymcanyc.org/bronx facebook.com/BronxYMCA twitter.com/BronxYMCA

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