NORTH BROOKLYN YMCA Summer Camp 2013
WHERE KIDS GO TO GROW.
IS YOUR CHILD READY FOR A SUMMER OF GROWTH AND ADVENTURE? The North Brooklyn 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, Mike Garcia Sr. Director, Youth & Family
WELCOME TO YMCA
SUMMER CAMP Through programs like YMCA Day and Sleepaway Camp, we nurture your child’s sense of selfconfidence 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 camper’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 5-11 years old and teens ages 12-14 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 North Brooklyn YMCA Summer Day Camp operates out of 570 Jamaica Avenue., Brooklyn, NY 11208. 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.
DAY CAMP Each week of camp provides your child hands-on activities including educational field trips and theme days.
TRADITIONAL DAY CAMP (AGES 5-11)
Day Camp is designed to meet the needs of all campers. Campers participate in swimming, arts and crafts, health and fitness and group games. Campers also have the opportunity to participate in weekly excursions to museums, playgrounds and cultural events. As a part of Day Camp, campers learn how to develop long-lasting friendships and build solid social skills by learning about and utilizing our four core values.
TEEN CAMP (AGES 12-14)
A special summer experience awaits pre-teens and teens enrolled in camp. There are many scheduled activities, but Teen Camp emphasizes decision-making, so that youths are encouraged to choose their activities. Swimming, sports, reading, trips and games are all offered as well as leadership development activities that may include community service activities that teach youth to make a positive impact in their neighborhood. Teen Camp helps pre-teens and teens develop social skills and leadership ability while having loads of fun.
A TYPICAL DAY AT CAMP
MORNING OPENING ASSEMBLY & CAMP CHEERS GROUP GAMES @ HIGHLAND PARK SWIMMING MID-DAY LUNCH AFTERNOON ARTS PROJECTS SPORTS ACTIVITIES SNACKS & JOURNAL WRITING
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 (JUNE 30TH—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.
SPORTS CAMPS 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)
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.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OUTDOOR EDUCATION (SEPTEMBER-JUNE) The Greenkill Outdoor Education Center provides safe and educational programs for students through a holistic approach that tailors each trip to a school’s specific needs. Our professional staff focuses on the needs of students and encourages learning in the natural environment.
WINTER FAMILY CAMP AND SUMMER FAMILY CAMP (WINTER—FEB. 15TH—18TH SUMMER—AUG. 30TH—SEPT. 2ND) Enjoy a wonderful themed weekend during the winter, the summer, or both filled with family fun.
SLEEPAWAY CAMP OPEN HOUSES AT NEW YORK YMCA CAMP
March 24 We offer world class training for athletes from April 14 around the world. During daily practice and evening May 5 Randori, our coaches evaluate skills to develop an individualized, appropriate training program for June 2 every camper. Our focus is to support each child 1:00 -4:00pm and adult to learn new skills and to perfect their Transportation is available from NYC existing ones.
For more information on any of these activities please call 877-30-CAMPS or visit our website at www.nyycamp.org
WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW
DATES & HOURS OF OPERATION North Brooklyn YMCA Summer Day Camp is an eight-week program that runs from July 1-August 23 from 9am-4pm.
DAY CAMP OPEN HOUSES Saturday, March 2, 10am-4pm Saturday, April 27, 10am-4pm Saturday, May 18, 10am-4pm REGISTRATION MADE EASY Come in or log on to register. In person registration is available at our Member Services Desk.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The YMCA of Greater New York awards scholarships to campers based on a parent or a family’s annual income. The scholarship applications must be submitted by April 30, 2013.
GOVERNMENT & UNION VOUCHERS We accept ACD, HRA, TWU Local 100, and 1199 SEIU vouchers. You must have your confirmation letter with you at the time of registration.
REFUNDS AND CREDITS
Web registration will be available soon (Log-on to
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 Complete our Summer Camp Application Form used for camp or other programs throughout the year. available at Member Services or on the website for Any refund requests will be submitted to the Camp Didownload (www.ymcanyc.org/northbrooklyn). rector and will be granted under the discretion of the Youth & Family Director. All requests should be made Submit payment for your child’s first session with prior to the start of the session and will not be additional deposits of $150 for each added session. accepted after September 13, 2013. This will hold your child’s spot for the designated *All deposits are non-refundable weeks of camp. ymcanyc.org/camp).
Take advantage of the 10% Early Bird discount by
CAMP GEAR
paying off your entire balance by May 18th. Each child will receive 2 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 parent information and signature as well as the shirts may be purchased at $10 each. Swim gear must doctor’s information, signature and stamp as soon as possible. It’s a good idea to keep extra copies of consist of a towel, swimsuit, swim cap, a change of clothing, water shoes and a plastic bag (or other recepthe medical form for your records. tacle for wet swim gear). Camp gear is distributed durThe YMCA accepts all major credit cards or you may ing the camper first day of camp. Submit your child’s medical form completed with
sign up for automatic billing to ensure payments are made on time with no late fees incurred.
PARENT ORIENTATION Parent Orientation is mandatory. Parent or guardian must attend this mandatory meeting on: Wednesday, June 12, 2013—6:30PM Saturday, June 15, 2013—11:00AM
WHO TO CONTACT Michael Garcia, Sr. Director, Youth & Family 212-912-2234 or michaelg@ymcanyc.org Yader Bravo, Teen Coordinator 212-912-2241 or ybravo@ymcanyc.org
A SUMMER OF FUN
2013 SUMMER DAY CAMP SESSIONS & FEES DAY CAMP (AGES 5-11) & TEEN CAMP (AGES 12-14) SESSION
START DATE
END DATE
PAYMENT DUE DATE
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4
July 1, 2013 July 15, 2013 July 29, 2013 August 12, 2013
July 12, 2013 July 26, 2013 August 9, 2013 August 23, 2013
June 17th June 17th July 15th July 15th
FEES PER SESSION (EVERY TWO WEEKS) Member fee Session 1 $246 per session (closed July 4) Non-member fee Session 1 $307 per session (closed July 4) Member fee Session 2-4 $274 per session Non-member fee Session 2-4 $341 per session EXTENDED HOURS Extended hours are available to parents from 8am-9am and 4pm-6pm. Fees for extended day include both sessions as stated above. Extended day Session 1 $117 per session Extended day Session 2-4 $130 per session
570 Jamaica Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11208 (718) 277-1600 www.ymcanyc.org/northbrooklyn
North Brooklyn YMCA
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