bedford-stuyvesant 2015 camp brochure

BEDFORD-STUYVESANT YMCA Summer Camp 2015

WE’RE READY FORA SUMMER OF GROWTH AND FUN!

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We welcome all of our returning and new campers to our 2015 Summer Camp Programs. We are excited to embark on another summer of fun and learning.

From sports and swimming to arts and culture, YMCA camps span a broad range of interests. We focus on developing young minds and bodies.

In 2014 the YMCA served over 10,000 campers in communities throughout New York City. We are proud that in the Bedford-Stuyvesant community the Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA will be able to engage your child in a summer of new friendships, skills and exploration.

Thank you for choosing our Y summer camp. We look forward to getting to know your camper!

Sincerely,Dawn Speaks Day Camp [email protected]

In 1885 the YMCA helped to invent summer camp to provide children with positive and fun experiences that build confi dence and new friendships. YMCA camp staff have served as positive role models for generations of campers and helped build future leaders.

The centerpiece of YMCA camps are activities that excite and engage your child, giving them a summer fi lled with fun and adventure. Whether learning a new sport, discovering arts and culture or exploring the best of New York City, YMCA Summer Camps offer an opportunity to build wonderful lifelong memories and a feeling of community that will last beyond the summer.

Each of our camps is accredited by the American Camping Association (ACA) and our staff go through rigorous training to ensure the safety and positive experience of each child.

She loves camp and doesn’t want to leave at the end of the day. I feel good knowing she is safe and happy while I am at work - YMCA Summer Camp Parent

PROGRAMS

Our YMCA camps have something unique to offer for every age group from our Kinder Camp Programs to Teen Camp. Our goal is to meet your child’s developmental needs and provide a foundation for continued learning during the summer months.

Alongside sports, swimming and arts programs the YMCA offers academic enrichment that is infused throughout the camp day. These programs include summer reading, journal writing and science activities.

Each session you will be given a schedule of activities so you can follow your child’s course of learning and adventure over the summer.

OUR CAMP LOCATIONS

The Bedford Stuyvesant YMCA Summer Day Camp operates out of 1121 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216. We also offer programs at other locations that provide the same quality programs and services.

Our Summer Sleepaway Camp is for boys and girls ages 6-16 from all over the world and is located outside NYC in Huguenot, NY. There are two villages, McAlister (ages 6–12) and Talcott (ages 12–15), that are located on 1,150 acres of forests and lakes.

WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOWABOUT DAY CAMP

DATES & HOURS OF OPERATIONBedford-Stuyvesant YMCA Summer Day Camp is an eight-week program that runs from June 29th - August 21st.Camp hours are from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Extended Day hours are from:8:00am- 9:00 am ($60 per 2 week session)5:00 pm - 6:00 pm ($60 per 2 week session)

Please note: AM/PM Care MUST be paid in full at the time of registration.

DAY CAMP OPEN HOUSES• SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH: 10 AM - 3 PM• SATURDAY, APRIL 25TH: 10 AM - 3 PM• SATURDAY, MAY 16TH: 10 AM - 3 PM

REGISTRATION MADE EASY• Visit the Bedford Stuyvesant YMCA’s member

services desk.

• Select your camp (refer to the Registration Form). Downloadable from the website: ymcanyc.org/bedstuy

• Submit $100 non-refundable deposit per session you would like your child to attend. This will hold your child’s spot for the designated sessions of camp.

• Take advantage of the 10% Early Bird discount by paying off your entire balance by May 16, 2015.

• 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.

• Submit two passport size photos of your child.

• The YMCA accepts all major credit cards or you may sign up for automatic billing to ensure payments are made on time with no late fees incurred.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEThe YMCA of Greater New York awards fi nancial assistance to campers based on a family’s annual income. The process may take up to 2 weeks. This does not secure your camper’s spot in camp. Please remit your deposit to secure your spot. ALL DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

Pick up a Financial Assistance application at the Branch or download an application online at ymcanyc.org

DAY CAMP DISCOUNTS• 10% Early Bird Discount for those who register

before the end of the day on Saturday May 16th and have paid in full.

• 10% Sibling discount is available for all siblings of the fi rst child registered at full price.

• Discounts cannot be combined and are available only on the cost of camps per session, not on extended day or transportation fees.

GOVERNMENT & UNION VOUCHERS*We accept ACD/ACS, HRA, TWU Local 100, and 1199 SEIU vouchers. You must have your confi rmation letter with you at the time of registration. (*Participation varies by branch).

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 must be submitted to the front desk and will be granted under the discretion of the Camp Director. All requests should be made prior to the start of the session. All deposits issued are non-refundable.

PARENT ORIENTATIONParent/guardian orientation meetings are MANDATORY. The meetings will be held at the Bedford Stuyvesant YMCA on the following dates and times:

Wednesday, May 27th @ 6:30pmSaturday, June 6th @ 11:00amWednesday, June 17th @ 6:30pm

CAMP GEAREach camper will receive 2 tee shirts and a camp bag. Swim caps will be provided during the camper’s fi rst day of swim. Camp tee shirts must be worn every day. Additional shirts can be purchased for $10 each or 3 for $25. Swim gear must consist of a towel, swim-suit, change of clothing, water shoes and a plastic bag for wet swim gear.` *Additional shirts will be available for purchase after the 1st week of each session.

EXPLORE!PLAY!GROW!

EXLORERS CAMPAges 5-6Explorers Camp is designed for fi ve and six year old children either entering or completing Kindergarten. It is designed to support the transition to kindergarten as well as supporting these youngsters in retaining all the learning they have acquired while in school during the prior year. By building social and emotional skills in a fun and supportive environment our campers gain tools to become life-long learners! Included in the program are instructional swimming, local outings and trips, indoor and outdoor group play activities and theme-based arts and crafts. This program will focus on enhancing the social skills and teamwork of young children. Each group will participate in one fi eld trip by bus each session.*Child must be 5 years by June 29th to be eligible to participate in this camp. NO EXCEPTIONS.

*Cost per 2 week session:Member: $338 Non-Member: $393

PERFORMING ARTS CAMPAGES 7-12

Incorporating various aspects of Performance Art campers will engage in dance, theatre, voice and diction. The overall experience will provide campers with a beginning understanding of what it takes to be a part of the performance world. Combined with traditional camp experiences, such as sports, arts and crafts, regularly scheduled trips, swimming and STEM activities campers will engage in activities that not only provide them with the fun and excitement of summer but will provide them with opportunities to enhance their knowledge and discover new ones in Performing Arts.


SPORTS and RECREATION CAMPAges 7-12

Our Sports and Recreation Camp programs are designed to enhance various sports skills and fundamentals in groups according to age. Campers will learn the history of different sports. They will

learn the rules and skills of each while practicing their techniques in mini games. In addition, they will learn about teamwork, good sportsmanship and motivating each other to succeed. Our staff come equipped with backgrounds in coaching sports: including basketball, soccer and volleyball. Included in our Sports and Recreation camp are swim, arts and crafts, trips and activities.


SWIM CAMP Ages 13-16

Our Swim Camp helps youth develop valuable skills and a lifetime love of the water, while instilling responsibility and safety instruction.Swim Camp is divided into 2 age groups: ages 7-9 and10-12.

Below are the four key components of Aquatics:• Young swimmers are given the chance to build

skills• Stroke development and other training is tailored

to age level and skills• Swim campers participate in core camp activities• Personal Growth: In learning new skills students

build self-esteem


TEEN CAMP Ages 13-16

Teen Camp is for 13-16 year olds currently enrolled in high schools. Teen Camp motivates teens through hands on programming that fosters development of educational and career goals. Along with sports, arts and cultural programs teens will have the opportunity to participate in programming that engages them through social media, cultural awareness, civic engagement and future planning. Field trips will allow teens to explore some of New York City’s key landmarks and cultural institutions.


SUMMER DAY CAMP

A SUMMEROF FUN

CAMP SESSIONSSession Start Date End Date Payment Due Date

SESSION 1 JUNE 29, 2015 JULY 10, 2015 JUNE 8, 2015*SESSION 2 JULY 13, 2015 JULY 24, 2015 JUNE 22, 2015SESSION 3 JULY 27, 2014 AUGUST 7, 2015 JULY 6, 2015SESSION 4 AUGUST 10, 2014 AUGUST 21, 2015 JULY 20, 2015

* There is no camp on July 4, 2015

CAMP FEES PER SESSION (every two weeks) Payment in full for each session is due prior to session start date.

CAMP AGES SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 SESSION 4

EXPLORERS CAMP

5-6M: $306NM: $355

M: $338NM: $393

M: $338NM: $393

M: $338NM: $393

PERFORMING ARTS CAMP

7-12M: $299NM: $343

M: $330NM: $379

M: $330NM: $379

M: $330NM: $379

SPORTS & RECREATION

CAMP7-12

M: $299NM: $343

M: $330NM: $379

M: $330NM: $379

M: $330NM: $379

SWIM CAMP 7-12M: $299NM: $343

M: $330NM: $379

M: $330NM: $379

M: $330NM: $379

TEEN CAMP 13-16M: $299NM: $343

M: $330NM: $379

M: $330NM: $379

M: $330NM: $379

EXTENDED HOURS (AM)* 5-16

M: $60NM: $60

M: $60NM: $60

M: $60NM: $60

M: $60NM: $60

EXTENDED HOURS (PM)* 5-16

M: $60NM: $60

M: $60NM: $60

M: $60NM: $60

M: $60NM: $60

2015 SUMMER DAY CAMP SESSIONS AND FEES

CAMP OFFERINGS (AGES 5-16)

*No prorates for Extended AM/PM hours.ACCEPTED FORMS OF PAYMENT: Visa, MC, AMEX, Discover, Money Orders and Cash. No Personal Checks Accepted.

SAFE.OVERNIGHT.ADVENTURES.

The New York YMCA Camp is located 86 miles outside of NYC on 1,150 forested acres. We are a safe, inclusive and diverse camp community in which children can develop friendships, lifelong skills and cherished memories. Programs offered at New York YMCA Camp are Summer Sleepaway Camp, Specialized Summer Sports Camps (Gymnastics, Rhythmic Gymnastics & Power Tumbling, Volleyball, and Judo), Day Camp for Hudson Valley residents, Outdoor Education, customizable Retreat Groups, and Special Retreat Weekends (Women’s Wellness Weekend, Family Camp). For more information on any of these programs please call 877-30-YCAMP or visit our website at www.nyycamp.org.

SUMMER SLEEPAWAY CAMP Have an unforgettable summer at New York’s YMCA Camp! Our Summer Sleepaway Camp is for youth ages 6-16 from all over the world and is located outside NYC in Huguenot, NY. There is a Counselor In Training (CIT) program for 16 year olds, as well as two villages, McAlister (ages 6-12) and Talcott (ages 12-15), that are located on 1,150 acres of forests and lakes. Just a sample of activities that we offer are swimming lessons, a wide variety of sports, arts and crafts, outdoor living skills, media program, canoeing, Wibit, and our ropes courses. We also offer specialty programs that include water skiing, horseback riding, and rafting trips for a small additional fee.

FAMILY CAMP Summer 2015 | September 4 - 7 Winter 2015 | February 13 - 16

Strengthen family bonds and have fun at our all-inclusive Summer or Winter Family Camps. Enjoy a weekend with sports, crafts, and special themed activities. In the summer, have fun in the sun on our beautiful beaches where families can swim, tube, and water-ski. When winter gives us snow, XC-skiing, snow-shoeing, and snow-tubing are always family favorites.

Why three prices? New York YMCA Camp realizes that families have differing abilities to pay, so we offer a voluntary 3-tier pricing program. This is strictly an honor system; select the fee you feel is appropriate to what you can pay. The program is voluntary, and in no way infl uences the experience children receive.

Tier 1 – Is the actual cost of camp for a child to participate Tier 2 – Is our partially subsidized fee for temporary or minor fi nancial need Tier 3 – Is our heavily subsidized fee for those in need of more fi nancial assistance

*We offer need-based fi nancial assistance.

Session 1 June 28 – July 3

Session 2 July 5 - 17

Session 3 July 19 - July 31

Session 4 August 2 – 7

Session 5 August 9 - 21

Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3

1 Week 2 Weeks 1 Week 2 Weeks 1 Week 2 Weeks

$869 $1599 $769 $1399 $699 $1199

SLEEPAWAY CAMPS

Session 1 July 19 – 24

Session 2 July 26 - 31

Session 3 August 2 – 7

Team Mini Camp 1 July 19 - 22

Team Mini Camp 2 July 26 - 29

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