Eden Family YMCA Summer Fun Camp 2012
Registration Dates: April 16, 2012
Registration Forms are available on-line by clicking here, or at the Front Desk. A Morehead Emergency Medical Information form must be filled out and signed at the YMCA, prior to your child’s start date.
Camp Begins: May 28, 2012
Program Information: Your child can escape an ordinary summer and venture into a world designed to help kids grow in spirit, mind, and body! The Summer Fun Camp program allows for children to develop new skills, meet new friends, and have fun in a Christian environment. Daily devotions and values education are key components to our camp’s spiritual emphasis. Our staff encourages respect for others, trust, honesty, and self-confidence.
Age: Rising kindergartners through 8th grade
Group Breakdown: Groups will be divided based on grade level. There will be one or more counselors per group, depending on the size.
Group 1: Rising Kindergartners through 2nd Grade
Group 2: 3rd Grade through 5th Grade
Group 3: 6th – 8th Grade
What to Bring:
Write your child’s name on all belongings (this includes towels, bags, etc.) Make sure your child dresses appropriately for outdoor activities. We recommend tennis shoes and cotton clothing. They will get dirty!! Each day your child needs to bring: Sunscreen, paper bag lunch (microwave not available), swimsuit, and towel (check group schedule). The YMCA is not responsible for lost or stolen possessions. Money brought to the Y should be put in a Ziploc Bag, with child’s name on it, and given to the counselor.
Radios, CD players, and other toys are not permitted at camp unless requested by the camp director.
Snack: Each morning and afternoon the YMCA provides a light snack and a drink for your child. Your child may bring his/her own drink, if you prefer.
Lunches will not be available this summer. We ask that you send your child to camp with a packed lunch.
Registration: All paperwork must be received before your child may begin the program. This includes: Membership/Membership Renewal, SFC Registration Form, current immunization records, and proof of insurance. A one-time, non-refundable registration fee of $15.00 is also due upon registration, unless your child is currently enrolled in the YMCA After-School Program or was in Summer Fun Camp 2011.
Program Fee: SFC is $60.00 a week per child grades K-5. A weekly $4.00 discount is allowed for each additional child from the same family. There is a $40 a week charge for children grades 6-8 with a $4.00 weekly discount per additional child from the same family. Payments are due the Friday before the session begins or a $10.00 late fee will be added. Financial Assistance is available based on need. The YMCA actively seeks to identify and involve those in need.
Daily Schedule:
- 6:30am – 8:30am – Supervised games and playground time
- 8:30am – 4:40pm – Various supervised activities including:
- Arts & Crafts, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Group Games, Trips, Music, Skating, Soccer, Flag Football, Sports & Fitness, Special Projects, Swimming, Tennis, and Values Ed.
- 4:30pm – 6:00pm – Supervised games and playground time
Notes:
* Only Children 48” and over will be allowed to swim in the YMCA indoor pool. If you child is under 48” there will be a designated area with sprinklers for him/her to play in.
* All Children must be picked up by 6:00pm or a $5.00 late fee will be added for each 15 minutes thereafter.
Theme Weeks:
Each week of SFC has a different theme with special activities related to the theme. Each week you will receive a newsletter telling you that week’s theme and special activities. Past themes have included: Safari Week, Olympic Week, American Idol Week, and Wacky Tacky Week.
Contact Info: aseaver@edenymca.org