The Summer of

AWESOME!UNPLUG. EXPLORE. GO! For ages 5-16.

ALPHARETTA Y • SUMMER CAMP 2018

The Y. Creating awesome summers for 160 years!

SESSIONS + THEMES

Session 1: May 29 - June 1*Welcome Week

Session 2: June 4 - June 8Superhero

Session 3: June 11 - June 15Carnival

Session 4: June 18 - June 22Future Leaders

Session 5: June 25 - June 29Y’s Got Talent

Session 6: July 2 - July 6*Survivor/Challenge Island

Session 7: July 9 - July 13National Odd Holidays

Session 8: July 16 - July 20Olympics

Session 9: July 23 - July 27Water Galore

Session 10: July 30 - August 3Peace Out

*No camps May 28 or July 4 day.

$10 later fee if registering day of camp.

WELCOMETO CAMP!

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Traditional

Teens

Free Extended Care for Full-Day Camps: 7:00 am - 9:00 am

& 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Sports

Specialty

Leadership

Ages 5 - 6 (age 5 by first day of camp): This camp is designed to be anintroduction to full day camp programs for our younger campers. Wehave specifically developed age-appropriate schedules and activities to meet their needs. Campers will enjoy fun-filled activities,such as canoeing, swimming, group games, fort builiding, arts &crafts and more.

Ages 7-10: We use challenging and fun activities that featureweekly themes, promote personal growth and encourage campers to have fun with their friends. Our qualified and trained camp counselors will lead activities that will help to build your camper’sself confidence, develop their social skills, teach them teamwork,deepen their respect for others and build lasting friendships.

Ages 11-14: Campers will learn and explore new and excitingthemes, while enoying fun camp activities and making new friends.

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FULL DAY TRADITIONAL

These camps are offered every session.Full day: Mon - Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

MEM $170 PRO $190

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Bug Camp (Ages 5-6): Explore a world beneath the dirt in a safe and educational way. Kids will learn about creatures in their ownbackyard! Session 5

Art Camp (Ages 5-10): Exciting hands-on activities allow campers tocomplete inspirational art projects, meet creative challenges andspark their imaginations! Campers will unleash their creativity asthey explore and investigate their own thoughts, feelings and ideasthrough drawing, painting, and other artistic mediums. Sessions 2, 3 & 7 • Session 10 (For ages 5-6 ONLY)

SPLASH Camp (Ages 7-10): Do you love the water? Come and cool offfor a week at our new Splash Camp. Campers will participate ineverything from basic water safety, boating activities, water games,and swim time. Children will be required to pass the swim test tobe in this camp. *Swim Test consists of treading water for 1 min,float briefly on back, and swim 25yrs without stopping.Sessions 4 & 7

SPECIALTY CAMPS

Full day: Mon - Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmALL CAMPS: MEM: $195 PRO: $215

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Tumbling+Cheer Camp (Ages 5-10): Designed for children of all levelsand abilities. Gymnastics will train on four apparatus: beam, vault,floor and the tumble track. We will also practice hip/hop dance and cheer routines. All Sessions

Pinewood Derby Camp (Ages 7-10): A chance for campers to buildand race their very own pinewood derby car. Each camper will receive a personal kit! A local pinewood derby expert will providehelpful tips and tricks for the campers as they build and constructtheir race cars and prepare for race day! Sessions 4 & 8

Outdoor / Science Exploration (Ages 5-10): Did you know you cancook food in a shoebox? Have you ever built your own sundial or lavalamp? These are just a couple of activities we will be doing thisweek! This week we will introduce a new found love of science toyour child through easy and simple science/nature experiments. Sessions 3 & 9

SPECIALTY CAMPS

Full day: Mon - Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmALL CAMPS: MEM: $195 PRO: $215

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STEM/LEGO Camp (Ages 5-8): Campers will explore the world of legosusing S.T.E.M. based learning. Through collaboration, campers willexpand their problem solving and team work skills. Each week willoffer a different build. Sessions 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 & 9

STEM/Robotics Camp (Ages 9-10): Campers will explore the world ofrobotics learning aspects of programming, mechanical, electrical, andcontrol systems engineering while building their own robots withS.T.E.M. based learning. Sessions 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 & 9

Mission Impossible (Ages 7 -10): Your mission, should you choose toaccept it, is to hone your spy skills through forensic classes, obstacle courses, and covert training. These campers will learn totake fingerprints, become masters of disguise, and utilize clues toexcel in their craft. Campers are sure to have a blast in this top secret training program. Session 2 & 9

Dance, Music and Movement Camp (Ages 5-6): A fun intro to dance,music and movement. Children will explore music, movement anddance. They will enjoy age appropriate ways to play, and find newways to connect mind, body and movement! Sessions 4, 7 & 8

SPECIALTY CAMPS FULL DAY

Full day: Mon - Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmSTEM CAMPS: MEM: $235 PRO: $255 • Others: MEM: $195 PRO: $215

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Climbing Adventure (Ages 7-10): Adventure Climbing week is for kidsof all ages who really love to climb and want to bring their skills tothe next level. Whether you’ve never climbed before and want tolearn to do it right or are already an avid climber and want to getfurther into the sport, you’ll find your place in this camp. We offer afull spectrum of instruction, from beginner to lead climber. Learncommands, knots, and develop proper climbing skills. Weeks 5 & 10

SPECIALTY CAMPS FULL DAY

Full day: Mon - Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmALL CAMPS: MEM: $195 PRO: $215

OWL Program (Ages 5-14): This program is designed for the camper with special needsand or developmental delays. The OWL program fosters the core development of thosewe serve by engaging children in therapeutic andrecreational activities designed to promote independence and confidence in small group settings.

swimming • climbing • swinging • obstacle courses • art • nature

This camp will function with a 1:3 staff to child ratio.

Space is very limited! Please contact Amy Cook via email at:amyc@ymcaatlanta.org to schedule a meeting prior to registration.

Sports Camp (Ages 5-14): A different team sport is the focus eachweek with an emphasis on skill development and team building.

SPORTS CAMPS

Full day: Mon - Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmALL CAMPS: MEM: $195 PRO: $215

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Session 1: All American SportsSession 2: SoccerSession 3: BasketballSession 4: Flag FootballSession 5: Soccer

Session 6: All American SportsSession 7: BasketballSession 8: Flag FootballSession 9: SoccerSession 10: All American Sports

Camp Swim Lessons (Ages 5-8): Learn to swim during camp with one ofour experienced swim instructors. They will ensure that your child willhave a fun, educational experience that will boost their self-confidence. Child must be registered in camp the week of the lesson. 1-week sessions • Sessions 2, 3, 4, 7, 8 & 9Monday-Thursday, 45 min. MEM: $45 PRO: $65

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Survivor (Ages 11-14): Our Survivor Camp will provide experienceand knowledge about wilderness exploration, nature awareness andbasic survivalist skills. Activities include outdoor cooking, sheltercreation, hiking and wildlife observation. All participants must be between the ages of 11-14. Sessions 4 & 7

Jr. Lifeguard (Ages 11-14): The Jr. Lifeguard Camp is not a lifeguardcertification class, but it is a program designed to introduce participants to the necessary skills and knowledge that they willneed to become lifeguards and leaders in the future. The programfocuses on five key areas: prevention of aquatic accidents, fitnessand swimming skills, response in an emergency, leadership skills, andprofessionalism. All participants must be able to swim 25 yards, andhave some familiarity with treading water. Sessions 2 & 8

Video Production (Ages 11-14): This exciting program will provideteens the opportunity to film and produce their own documentary ofa week at Camp Big Creek. Campers will be given the equipmentneeded to develop their own movie. The final product will be shownon Friday to the entire camp and will be posted online. Our goal isfor this camp to be a perfect balance between technology instructionand traditional camp activities. Sessions 1, 6 & 10

TEEN CAMPS

Mon - Fri: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm • MEM: $210 PRO: $230

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Climbing Adventure (Ages 11-14): Immerse yourself in climbing! TheAdventure Climbing week is for kids of all ages who really love toclimb and want to bring their skills to the next level. Whether you’venever climbed before and want to learn to do it right or are alreadyan avid climber and want to get further into the sport, you’ll findyour place in this camp. We offer a full spectrum of instruction, frombeginner to lead climber. Learn commands, knots, and develop properclimbing skills. Sessions: 3 & 10

Babysitting & Jr. CPR Camp (Ages 11-14): Participants will learnbasic skills necessary for babysitting including: feeding, diapering,holding, picking up correctly and emergency response. This is theideal class for the first time babysitter as well as helping to preparethe babysitter for an emergency situation. This camp will include Jr.CPR & First Aid which will cover CPR & First Aid skills a babysittershould know. Sessions 5 & 9

STEM/Robotics (Ages 11-14): Campers will explore the world of robotics learning aspects of programming, mechanical, electrical, andcontrol systems engineering while building their own robots.Through collaboration, campers will expand their problem solvingand team work skills. This is a camp that is out of this world unique!Each week will offer a different build. Sessions: 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 & 9

TEEN CAMPS

Mon - Fri: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm • MEM: $210 PRO: $230

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Navigators (Ages 13-14): In this camp teens will be introduced to our leadership program by having opportunities to assist in leading activities toyounger campers. Campers will also have a leadership class each week tohelp prepare them for the next level in the ALA program. These camperswill also have the opportunity to participate in general camp activities suchas: climbing, outdoor education, themed group challenges, swimming, canoeing, sports and many others. Space is limited.1-wk sessions • Sessions 1-10 • MEM: $210 PRO: $230

Advanced Leaders Camp* (ALC) (Ages 14-15): Campers will learn first handwhat it means to be a role model and a positive influence in the lives ofothers. Our ALCs will not only grow personally, but will have the opportunityto impact the lives of the generation behind them through service projects,both on and off-site. These leaders will also attend daily leadershipclasses to help prepare them for future leadership roles. 2-wk sessions • Sessions 2-3, 4-5, 6-7 & 8-9 • MEM: $325 PRO: $350

Leaders in Training* (LIT) (Ages 15-16): As we prepare LITs to be our future camp staff and leaders of tomorrow, these students will have theopportunity to use their skills at camp. LIT will be paired with a youngergroup and assist in leading games and building bonds with campers. TheseLeaders will be evaluated by the head counselor to help them hone theirskills. LITs will also have daily leadership classes to help prepare them forthe future. 3-wk sessions • Sessions 2-4 & 7-9 • MEM: $375 PRO: $400

* ALC and LITs must complete an interview process. Please email Josh atjoshb@ymcaatlanta.org to set up an interview time.

TEEN LEADERSHIP

Mon - Fri: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm

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