NORTH BROOKLYN YMCA Summer Camp 2013 WHERE KIDS GO TO GROW.
Mar 22, 2016
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 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
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 set-
tings 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 De-
partment 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 op-
portunity 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 lead-
ership 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 gym-
nast 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.
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
April 14
May 5
June 2
1:00 -4:00pm
Transportation is available from NYC
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.
Web registration will be available soon (Log-on to
ymcanyc.org/camp).
Complete our Summer Camp Application Form
available at Member Services or on the website for
download (www.ymcanyc.org/northbrooklyn).
Submit payment for your child’s first session with
additional deposits of $150 for each added session.
This will hold your child’s spot for the designated
weeks of camp.
Take advantage of the 10% Early Bird discount by
paying off your entire balance by May 18th.
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.
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.
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
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
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 Di-
rector and will be granted under the discretion of the
Youth & Family Director. All requests should be made
prior to the start of the session and will not be
accepted after September 13, 2013.
*All deposits are non-refundable
CAMP GEAR
Each child will receive 2 shirts and a camp bag. Swim
caps will be given during the camper’s first day of swim-
ming. Camp t-shirts must be worn every day. Additional
shirts may be purchased at $10 each. Swim gear must
consist of a towel, swimsuit, swim cap, a change of
clothing, water shoes and a plastic bag (or other recep-
tacle for wet swim gear). Camp gear is distributed dur-
ing the camper first day of camp.
WHO TO CONTACT
Michael Garcia, Sr. Director, Youth & Family
212-912-2234 or [email protected]
Yader Bravo, Teen Coordinator
212-912-2241 or [email protected]
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 July 1, 2013 July 12, 2013 June 17th
Session 2 July 15, 2013 July 26, 2013 June 17th
Session 3 July 29, 2013 August 9, 2013 July 15th
Session 4 August 12, 2013 August 23, 2013 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
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