Bronx YMCA Camp Guide 2013 by New York City's YMCA

BRONX YMCA Summer Camp 2013

WHERE KIDS GO TO GROW.

IS YOUR CHILD READY FOR A SUMMER OF GROWTH AND 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 2013 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

WELCOME TO YMCA

SUMMER CAMP Through programs like YMCA Day and Sleepaway 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). YMCA Summer Camp helps campers ages 4-12 years old and teens ages 13-16 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.

OUR CAMP LOCATIONS 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 Summer Sleepaway Camp is for boys and girls ages 6-16 from all over the world and is located 86 miles from NYC in Huguenot, NY. There are two villages, McAlister (Ages 6-12) and Talcott (12-15), that are located on our 1,150 acre property.

EXPLORE, PLAY AND GROW.

BRONX YMCA CAMPS Each week of camp provides your child hands-on activities including educational field trips and theme days.

DAY CAMP (AGES 4-12)

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, arts, literacy, sports, science, dance, theatre, fitness, team-building activities and a field trip every session. Should you have any questions, contact our Day Camp Director, Dorothy Kardash at (917) 685 - 8761 or email dkardash@ymcanyc.org

HOURS OF OPERATION

Don’t get locked out of a session, register TODAY!

Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Extended Hours: Morning 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM $50 per week Afternoon 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM $50 per week Morning & Afternoon $75 per week

FOURs! and Unit 1 (Ages 5&6) SESSION AND FEES SESSION I II III IV

DATES July 1 - July 12 (closed July 4th) July 15 - July 19 July 29 - August 9 August 12 - August 23

MEMBER $365 $365 $365 $365

COMMUNITY $385 $385 $385 $385

DUE DATE/ EADLINE Upon Registration/June 28th Friday, July 12th Friday, July 26th Friday, August 9th

Units 2, 3 and Teen Camp (Ages 7-9, 10-12 & 13-16) SESSION AND FEES SESSION I II III IV

DATES July 1 - July 12 (closed July 4th) July 15 - July 19 July 29 - August 9 August 12 - August 23

MEMBER $355 $355 $355 $355

COMMUNITY $375 $375 $375 $375

DUE DATE & DEADLINE Upon Registration/June 28th Friday, July 12th Friday, July 26th Friday, August 9th

Unit1 & FOURs

Units 2, 3 & Teen DUE DATE & DEADLINE

(Member/Community)

$265/$275 $265/$275 $265/$275 $265/$275 $265/$275 $265/$275 $265/$275 $265/$275

$245/$255 $245/$255 $245/$255 $245/$255 $245/$255 $245/$255 $245/$255 $245/$255

WEEKS AND FEES WEEK One Two Three Four Five Six Seven Eight

DATES July 1 - July 5 (closed July 4th) July 8 - July 12 July 15 - July 19 July 22 - July 26 July 29 - August 2 August 5 - August 9 August 12 - August 16 August 19 - August 23

Upon Registration/June 28th Upon Registration/June 28th Friday, July 12th Friday, July 12th Friday, July 26th Friday, July 26th Friday, August 9th Friday, August 9th

TAKE A CLOSER LOOK: Summer Camp Snapshot

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

ROLL CALL

9:00 - 9:45 * FIELD

TEAM BUILDING

ARTS & CRAFTS

VALUES

THEATER

10:00 - 10:45

FRONT OF BLDG "B"

ART GALLERY

UNDER THE TENT

MULTIPURPOSE ROOM

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TEAM BUILDING

SCIENCE

11:00 - 11:45

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FRONT OF BLDG "B"

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LUNCH

12:00 - 12:45

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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

FITNESS

JOURNAL WRITING

ARTS & CRAFTS

JOURNAL WRITING

3:00 - 3:45

FIELD

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ART GALLERY

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Teen Camp

路 SPORTS 路 ARTS 路 LEADERSHIP 路 We are implementing a new teen camp experience in a safe atmosphere with highly trained, fun and energetic staff. Designed to enrich the lives of teen participants during the summer through hands-on activities, developing self-esteem, teamwork and leadership capacity. The Triple-Threat Teen Camp features: Sports Arts Dance Spoken Word Swimming and more!

Open to ages 13-16, SIGN-UP NOW!

Should you have any questions, contact our Teen Coordinator, Yoko Liriano at (718)792-9736 or email yliriano@ymcanyc.org

SAFE ADV ENTURES NEW FRIENDSHIPS A HEALTHY SUMMER

SLEEPAWAY CAMP The New York YMCA Camp is located 86 miles from NYC on a 1,150 acre property. Activities offered at New York YMCA Camp are Summer Sleepaway Camp, Specialized Summer Sports Camps (Gymnastics, Volleyball and Judo), Day Camp for Hudson Valley residents, Greenkill Outdoor Education Center, and customizable Retreat Groups or Special Retreat Weekends (Women’s Wellness Weekend, Men’s Adventure Weekend, Family Camp).

SUMMER SLEEPAWAY CAMP

DAY CAMP—(Hudson Valley) (JULY 1ST—AUGUST 23RD )

Have an unforgettable summer at New York’s YMCA Camp! Our camp is for boys and girls ages 6-16 from all over the world. There are two villages, McAlister (Ages 6-12) and Talcott (12-15), that are located on our 1,150 acre property for Summer Sleepaway Camp. Just a sample of activities that we offer are swimming lessons, a wide variety of sports, arts and crafts, outdoor living skills, our new media program, canoeing, and our ropes courses. We also offer specialty programs that include water skiing, horseback riding, and rafting trips.We are 86 Miles outside of NYC and we are a safe, inclusive, and diverse camp community. We are a place where children can develop friendships, lifelong skills, and cherished memories.

All camp activities are progressive and designed to allow each child to see the growth of skills they learn in a fun and safe environment. Younger campers are lead through adventurous and fun activities, while older campers have a choice in the activities they participate in throughout the day.

(JUNE 30TH—AUGUST 23RD)

GYMNASTICS (JUNE 23RD—JULY 5TH) We offer world class training for dedicated and determined gymnasts from around the world. Our focus is to support each gymnast while learning new skills and improving existing ones. Every gymnast has the opportunity to train closely with our world-class coaches. Our facilities include 16,000 sq feet of training space, 6 vault stations, 12 beam stations, 4 sets of competition bars, 2 full floor exercises, and more.

VOLLEYBALL (JULY 14TH—AUGUST 9TH) We offer progressive training techniques for all skill levels, position specific training, and video training with personal feedback. We also offer plyometric and weight training opportunities for qualified campers. Our facilities include 6 indoor courts with all new sport court, 5 outdoor grass courts, a training room, certified athletic trainers, and medical attention available 24/7.

JUDO (AUGUST 11TH—AUGUST 17TH) We offer world class training for athletes from around the world. During daily practice and evening Randori, our coaches evaluate skills to develop an individualized, appropriate training program for every camper. Our focus is to support each child and adult to learn new skills and to perfect their existing ones.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE (JUNE 23RD—JULY 5TH) Safe, sensational travel adventures for ages 10 to 15. Experience outdoor adventure activities during one and two week camping trips in the NE and SE regions.

SLEEPAWAY CAMP OPEN HOUSES AT NEW YORK YMCA CAMP    

March 24 April 14 May 5 June 2

Transportation is available from NYC For more information on any of these activities please call 877-30-YCAMP or visit our website at www.nyycamp.org

SCHOOL’S OUT, THE Y’S IN. H C S Y OLIDAY AMPS HELD DURING THE CHOOL

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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: Spring Break 4/9-4/13 EI Winter Break 12/24-12/31

FEES PER SESSION:

9:00-4PM = $190 for members / $210 for non-members 7:30-6PM = $240 for members / $260 for non-members A recent medical form must be on file for your child to attend, in accordance to DOH standards.

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DANCECLASSES

New Age Tae Kwon Do (4.5-99 YEARS) Learn punches, strikes, blocks and kicks while gaining focus, Ballet & Contemporary Dance (4.5-8 YEARS) This combination class introduces young children to beginner strength and coordination. Tae Kwon-Do at the YMCA is all ballet and basic jazz techniques. Students become aware of about teamwork, mutual respect and patience. body alignment and movement through exposure to dance Soccer (7-14 YEARS) fundamentals, rhythmic exercise, and creative movement. We get the ball rolling and develop and improve children’s Creative Movement (3-4 YEARS) Creative movement is 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.

skills through engaging warm-ups, activities and games, all while having fun!

Street Jazz/Hip-Hop (8-12 YEARS) Participants will be introduced to rhythmic dance movement based on some of today’s modern pop culture and will also get into the fundamentals of old school hip-hop. We welcome all levels to learn our cool choreography.

Sports Sampler (3-6 YEARS) 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. It is a step-by-step approach that builds confidence and self-esteem, and makes sports fun!

FITNESSCLASSES

Softball (7-14 YEARS) A comprehensive program with an emphasis of both the development of athletic and social skills, teamwork, sportsmanship and positive competition in a fun environment.

Kidsercise (5-12 YEARS) A fun and energizing children’s fitness class that incorpo10 and Under Tennis (7-14 YEARS) rates components of a not so typical gym class. Included with The YMCA has partnered with the United States Tennis Asmembership. sociation for 10 and Under Tennis. Kid-sized racquets, slower and lower-bouncing balls make this QuickStart Tennis Youth Aqua Fit (7-17 YEARS) Water aerobics and fun in the shallow end of our pool with program exciting and a new way to learn. The YMCA will one of our awesome instructors. Included with membership. supply use of the racquets. ZUMBAtomic® (4-12 YEARS) Designed especially for kids, ZUMBAtomic classes are high-energy fitness parties, packed with specially choreographed, kid-friendly routines and all the music kids love. Included with membership.

Track (7-10 YEARS) A progressive running program where children learn the fundamentals of running for both short distances (sprinting) and long distances (cross-country). Most importantly, kids learn how to have fun while being healthy!

SPORTS Baseball (7-14 YEARS) A comprehensive program with an emphasis of both the development of athletic and social skills, teamwork, sportsmanship and positive competition in a fun environment.

Volleyball (7-14 YEARS) Come learn the calls and plays of one of the most athletic sports in the world. Gain upper body strength, eye and hand coordination and become a great team player.

Flag Football (7-14 YEARS) Learn the basics, improve your football skills and make new friends! The focus is on teamwork in a positive and structured environment. In addition, children will have an opportunity to develop leadership skills and build self-esteem as they improve their technique.

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

WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW

DATES & HOURS OF OPERATION

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

The Bronx YMCA Summer Day Camp is an eight-week program that runs from July 1st - August 23rd (closed on July 4th) from 9:00am-4:00pm. Extended morning and evening hours are available.

The YMCA of Greater New York awards scholarships to campers based on a parent or a family’s annual income. Scholarship applications will be accepted as of February 1st. They must be submitted by April 1, 2013. Acceptance letters will be mailed out by May 1, 2013.

DAY CAMP OPEN HOUSES

Please note that we require proof of income and expenses in order to process a scholarship application. We have limited amount of financial aid to give, and we do consider the applications on a first come first serve basis.

REGISTRATION MADE EASY

UNION VOUCHERS

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Saturday, March 2, 10am-4pm Saturday, April 27, 10am-4pm Saturday, May 18, 10am-4pm

Submit payment for your child’s $50 registration fee, first session with additional deposits of $100.00 for each added week or session. This will

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

hold your child’s spot for the designated weeks or

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sessions of camp.

REFUNDS AND CREDITS

Take advantage of the 10% Early Bird discount by

If your child cannot attend camp for a period of time paid, you may submit a request for a 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. Requests must be made prior to the start of the session. The fee/deposit of $100.00 is non-refundable/transferable.

paying off your entire balance by May 18th.

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Submit your child’s medical form completed with parent information and signature as well as the doctor’s information, signature and stamp as soon as possible. It’s a good idea to keep extra copies of the medical form for your records. Medicals MUST be received prior to your child’s 1st day of camp.

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Have 2 passport size photos of your child for

PROMOTIONAL OFFERS (can not be combined)

submission.

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Submit a copy of your child’s birth certificate if they’re under the ages of 6, for proof of age.

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The YMCA accepts all major credit cards and money order as a form of payment. Checks are not accepted as form of payment for our programs.

PARENT ORIENTATION & ADMISSIONS DAY Parents or guardians of new campers must attend this mandatory meeting. A member of the camp staff will call you to set up your orientation appointment after registration is complete.

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Saturday, June 8, 12pm-2pm Wednesday, June 12, 6:30pm-8:30pm

There will be an admissions day for the parents of returning campers on:

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Saturday, June 8, 2pm-4pm Wednesday, June 19, 6:30pm-8:30pm

Early Bird Discounts: 10% discount for participants who are registered by May 18th and have paid in full. Sibling Discounts: 10% off each additional sibling. Y After School Discount: 15% discount for participants of our fee-based Y After School programs of the 20122013 school year who are registered by May 18th and have paid in full. Returning Camper Discount: 15% off for returning campers of the 2012 Bronx YMCA Camp seasonwho are registered by May 18th and have paid in full.

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 $5.00 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 first day of camp.

A SUMMER OF FUN

DATES TO REMEMBER REGISTRATION BEGINS:

Friday, February 1

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE DEADLINE:

Monday, April 1

OPEN HOUSES:

Saturday, March 2, 10am-4pm Saturday, April 27, 10am-4pm Saturday, May 18, 10am-4pm

DISCOUNT DEADLINE (except sibling):

Saturday, May 18

NEW CAMPER PARENT ORIENTATIONS:

Saturday, June 8, 12pm-2pm Wednesday, June 12, 6:30pm-8:30pm

RETURNING CAMPER Saturday, June 8, 2pm-4pm ADMISSIONS DATES: Wednesday, June 19, 6:30pm-8:30pm PAYMENT DUE DATES:

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 your child’s birth

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certificate (for children ages 4-6)   

$50 registration fee; one per family Payment for your child’s first session

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$100 non-refundable deposits to hold your child’s spot for the designated weeks or sessions of camp. Completed camp application Orientation or Admissions dates

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

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