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2017 Planning Guide

HAVERFORD AREA YMCA

philaymca.orgBEST SUMMER EVER!

SUMMER CAMP

NEW FOR 2017

SIBLING DISCOUNTNOWAVAILABLE See branch for details

SUMMER CAMP LOCATIONSHaverford Area YMCA 891 N. Eagle RoadHavertown, PA 19083

Haverford Middle School1701 Darby RoadHavertown, PA 19083

Hill Top Preparatory School 737 South Ithan Ave.Rosemont, PA 19010

Ardmore United Methodist Church 200 Argyle RoadArdmore, PA 19003

CAMP DIRECTORBrian Murphy267-592-4387 [email protected]

SUMMER CAMP HOURSMonday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

All Campers must be present by 9:00 AM unless approved by the Camp Director.

EXTENDED CAMP CAREStaffed by our Camp Directors and Counselors, your children will have positive role models to interact with on a daily basis. We provide a variety of games and sports in an indoor or outdoor setting.

Ages: 3 - 14

Sessions: 1-11

Before Care Hours | 6:30 AM – 9:00 AM

After Care Hours | 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM

BEFORE AND AFTER CARE COST IS INCLUDED IN CAMP FEE.

NO PLACE FOR HATE FACILITY This Y is a designated No Place For Hate facility after completing a year of anti-bias and anti-bullying programs.

ACA ACCREDITED This Y Camp is accredited with the American Camping Association and compliant with over 3,000 aspects of camp administration, quality and the health and saftety of campers and staff.2 HAVERFORD AREA YMCA

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The Haverford Area YMCA provides a safe, nurturing and fun camp experience for all children. Our goal is to help each child learn, grow and thrive through diverse games and activities that will help build self-confidence and social skills in a fun and interactive environment.

Y Summer Camp offers arts & crafts, sports and games, field trips, swimming, storytelling, camp songs, science experiments and much more!

GENERAL OVERVIEW

REGISTRATION PROCEDURES

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Registration for camp begins Monday, January 30, 2017. Camp registration can be taken at Haverford Area Y Welcome Center Monday through Friday from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM and Saturday from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Sunday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Registration closes two weeks before each camp week begins. Please be sure to register in advance, as our sessions fill up quickly. Registration requires a non-refundable $50 per week deposit. Deposits are applied to camp fees. Registration weeks are transferable until June 5, 2017.

MANAGE YOUR ACCOUNT ONLINERegister, make payments, view balances and other frequently-used features

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Why Should Your Kid Go to

Y Camp?

ADVENTURE The YMCA has new

adventures for everyone.

EXPERIENCESExplore the outdoors, new friendships and leadership.

PERSONAL GROWTH Learn new responsibilities

and challenges.

NEW FRIENDSHIPSAmidst the fun of games and swimming, friendships form.

MEMORIES Summer Camp is an

unforgettable experience that will give each camper

memories that last a lifetime.

SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION NIGHTS

Come to one of our Summer Camp Information Nights to learn more about our activities, and meet the Camp Director and Y Camp staff.

Tuesday, February 7th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Tuesday, March 7th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Tuesday, April 4th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

SUMMER CAMP OPEN HOUSE EVENTDon’t miss out on our Open House Events!

All camp families are invited to meet our camp staff, take a tour of the facility, and hear testimonials of Y Camp experiences.

Saturday, April 29th (Healthy Kids Day®) 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Sunday, May 21st 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

The fun starts early for our littlest campers ages 3 - 5 years. Camp Small feet is designed with hands-on learning and fun in mind. Arts and crafts, songs, and games are centered around weekly themes to engage curious preschoolers. Outdoor play is a highlight of summer camp for this age group.

All campers must be fully toilet-trained. Swimming or outdoor water play based on location.

SMALL FEET 3 - 5 YEARS | PRE-K & K

Half Day: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PMFull Privilege Member: $150/wk.Program Member:$180/wk.Non-Member:$205/wk.

Full Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMFull Privilege Member: $270/wk.Program Member:$300/wk.Non-Member:$325/wk.

Half Day: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PMFull Privilege Member: $125/wk.Program Member:$155/wk.Non-Member:$180/wk.

Full Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMFull Privilege Member: $245/wk.Program Member:$275/wk.Non-Member:$300/wk.

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TRADITIONAL DAY CAMPS

PIONEERS 6 & 7 YEARS

1ST & 2ND GRADES

EXPLORERS8 & 9 YEARS

3RD & 4TH GRADES

PATHFINDERS10 - 12 YEARS5TH - 7TH GRADES

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NUT FREE - The Haverford Area Summer Camp is going peanut free. Many children in our programs have severe allergies to peanut products. Please make sure that you’re not sending any type of peanut products into camp with your child.

LEADERS IN TRAINING 14 - 16 YEARS9TH - 11TH GRADE

TRAILBLAZERS 13 & 14 YEARS

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Camp Pioneers focuses on a traditional Summer Camp experience for children in grades 1 – 2. Campers learn how to create new friendships and explore the natural world around them. Camp activities like art, music, nature, swimming and sports are designed to build confidence, new skills, and untapped talent. Themes, field trips and special events make it a different adventure every week.

Full Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Full Privilege: $270/wk. | Program: $300/wk.Non-Member: $325/wk. Location: Haverford Middle School

PIONEERS AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 2 - 9

Camp Explorers focuses on a traditional Summer Camp experience for children in grades 3 – 4.

Campers become more self-reliant and will explore new interests with activities like art, music, nature, swimming and sports. Themes, field trips and special events make it a different adventure every week.


EXPLORERS AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 2 - 9

Camp Pathfinders gives kids in grades 5 – 7 a traditional camp experience with an emphasis on independence, and learning the importance of team building and leadership skills. Campers will enjoy fun-filled activities such as art, music, nature, swimming and sports designed to build confidence and encourage exploration into new areas. Themes, field trips and special events make it a different adventure every week.


PATHFINDERS AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 2 - 9

Camp Trailblazers is intended for young teens and is designed to build their leadership skills, let them explore different career opportunities, give them a chance to make a difference in their community and most importantly, to let them have a fun-filled indoor and outdoor summer experience! Activities may include leadership, sports, adventure, swimming, nature exploration, the arts, social time and more. Themes, field trips, special events and local community service projects make it a different adventure every week.

Full Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Full Privilege: $270/wk. | Program: $300/wk.Non-Member: $325/wk. Location: Hill Top Preparatory School

TRAILBLAZERS AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 3 - 8

5* Camp will be CLOSED Tuesday, July 4, 2017. Camp fees will be prorated for the week.

The LIT program is designed for teens who demonstrate the ability to accept the responsibilities that come with the challenges of leadership. Teens will work with camp groups and shadow key camp staff in a variety of program areas.

Teens should have a positive attitude, ability to work in a group setting and a willingness to work with children as young as 6 years old.


LEADERS IN TRAINING AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 3 - 7

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SPECIALTY CAMPS

Full Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Full Program: $290/wk. | Program: $320/wk.Non-Member: $345/wk. Location: Haverford Area YMCA

GRADES 1 - 6

ADVENTURE CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 1, 10, 11

Learn, discover, and enjoy. Why spend the last weeks of summer in front of the television, when you can be out with your friends and the Y staff exploring? Each week will feature three field trips and two YMCA play days. Adventure Camp offers campers’ time to unwind before school begins.

Space is limited.

ART CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 3, 8

Express yourself through Art Camp. The Y will help each camper harness their creativity and bring it to life. Campers will be introduced to several areas of art, including drawing, painting, sculpting, and mosaics. Different types of media will be used throughout the week to create their masterpieces.

Full Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Full Program: $290/wk. | Program: $320/wk.Non-Member: $345/wk. Location: Haverford Middle School

6 - 12 YEARS

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COOKING CREATIONS CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 2, 7

Campers will learn the basic fundamentals of cooking and be introduced to new foods. Staff will demonstrate step by step how to prepare foods and then turn the apron over to the campers. Participants will also learn healthy and implementing ways to incorporate fresh produce into daily meals. Cultivate the inner chef in you.


6 - 12 YEARS

SCIENCE CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 4, 9

Would you like to build your brain power? Explore the chemistry in the kitchen, biology at the park, physics on the playground and Earth Sciences such as weather and geology. Come join the fun of science exploration and the mad scientist in you.


6 - 12 YEARS

DANCE & THEATER CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 5, 6

In this co-ed camp, campers will be able to step outside of their comfort zone and unleash their inner performer in a fun and safe environment. During our two week program, campers will learn a variety of fundamental dance routines and theater skills, which will be used to develop choreographed performances.

In order for campers to obtain the full benefit of this program, we encourage families to enroll for both sessions.


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The Haverford Area YMCA sports camps are designed to teach basic fundamentals and skills needed for individual sports. Campers will learn about each sport, the rules of each sport, fair play, and teamwork.

Experienced counselors will lead proper warm-ups, drills, and introduce strategies to each skill level group.

Participants must wear sneakers.

SPORTS CAMPS


FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 5


This co-ed camp is designed to help children understand and learn the game of flag football. Camp includes drills, skills, games and most importantly teamwork. Other activities will include group games and weekly field trips.

6 - 9 YEARS | Sessions 5

10 - 13 YEARS | Sessions 5

BASKETBALL CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 3, 6, 9

This co-ed camp is designed to help children understand and learn the game of basketball. Camp includes drills, skills, games and most importantly teamwork. Other activities include group games, daily swimming, and weekly field trips. Full Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Full Privilege: $290/wk. | Program: $320/wk.Non-Member: $345/wk. Location: Haverford Middle School

6 - 9 YEARS | Sessions 3, 6, 9

10 - 13 YEARS | Sessions 3, 6, 9

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SOCCER CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 4, 8

This co-ed camp is designed to help children understand and learn the game of soccer. Camp includes drills, skills, games and most importantly teamwork. Other activities will include group games and weekly field trips. Full Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Full Privilege: $290/wk. | Program: $320/wk.Non-Member: $345/wk. Location: Hill Top Preparatory School

6 - 9 YEARS | Sessions 4, 810 - 13 YEARS | Sessions 4, 8

SPORTS CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 2 - 9


Join us this summer for a new exciting Sports Camp adventure! Sports campers will learn valuable and lasting skills in a variety of team and leisure sport activities.

Prior knowledge of sports is not necessary. Energetic and trained counselors provide instruction, encourage participation, and set positive examples for this non-competitive camp.

Sports Camp also offers campers a chance to showcase talents and creativity through traditional day camp activities such as swimming, field trips and special events.

Equipment is provided.

6 - 9 YEARS | Sessions 2 - 910 - 13 YEARS | Sessions 2 - 9

LACROSSE CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 7


This co-ed camp is designed to help children understand and learn the game of lacrosse. Camp includes drills, skills, games and most importantly teamwork. Other activities will include group games and weekly field trips.

6 - 9 YEARS | Sessions 7 10 - 13 YEARS | Sessions 7

GYMNASTICS CAMP AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 3 - 8

Campers will train in different age/ability groups in the state-of-the-art gymnastics center under the supervision of safety certified gymnastics staff. All apparatus is available for gymnastics, including a full spring floor, balance beams, bars, vault, and more.

Beginner and intermediate levels are welcome. Participants of different ability levels will spend a portion of their day together.


6 - 14 YEARS


ABILITY CAMP

CAMP MAGIC AVAILABLE SESSIONS: 2 - 8

Full Day: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Full Program: $270/wk. | Program: $300/wk.Non-Member: $325/wk. Location: Haverford Middle School

Camp Magic holds the philosophy that, children with special needs should have the same opportunity to participate in many of the same types of activities as other campers. This camp offers positive integration with other campers when possible to enable all children to learn and appreciate all individuals. These campers must be ambulatory and able to function on a 1:4 ratio in a group setting. Activities are designed to provide a whole group experience while fulfilling individual needs.

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Located just a short ride from Philadelphia and New York City, our 1,100 acre Pocono Mountain oasis has something to offer each camper! We encourage campers to explore their

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AGE PLACEMENTCampers will be placed in their camp groups based on their age at the time of registration by the parent. We do not guarantee changes or transfers of children based on a birthday that occurs during our Summer Camp operational dates. Parents with children that have birthday’s falling within our camp program weeks will need to contact the Camp Directors to inform them of this type of request. The Camp Directors will try to accommodate changes based on their discretion and the camper’s ability to adjust to the new camp age group.

GENERAL POLICIES

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCEThe Y is accessible to all individuals regardless of age, income or background. The Haverford Area YMCA counts on the generosity of our members and donors to keep our doors open to whoever needs a place to go to help them be more healthy, confident and connected to our community. Financial Assistance can be used for any Y program or membership.

If you need help with payment of any portion of Summer Camp fees, please contact the Welcome Center to request a Financial Assistance application. Financial Assistance is awarded on a first come first serve basis.

Non-member pricing may not be combined with any other discount.

PARENT HANDBOOKUpon receipt of a completed enrollment form and payment of registration and membership fees, parents will receive a Parent Information Handbook. The handbook contains details about YMCA Summer Camp policies and procedures. Parents must sign and return the Receipt of Parents Handbook form located in the back of the handbook.

REFUND/CREDIT POLICYThere are no refunds for deposits. Camp cancellations submitted in writing will be issued a refund less that deposit if the request is received prior to June 1, 2017. After June 1, 2017 refunds will be issued in the form of credit towards any YMCA program. No credit will be granted for a cancellation requested less than 2 weeks prior to the start of the camp session.

SUPERVISION 1:1The Haverford Area YMCA is not able to provide 1:1 supervision of any child in our branch programs. If your child requires 1:1 supervision it will be the parent’s responsibility to inform the YMCA and provide that service for their child.

TSS POLICYTherapeutic Support Staff (TSS) are permitted to accompany children in our YMCA Summer Camp, Child Care and School-Age programs at the Haverford Area YMCA. For more information, please contact the camp director.

ADA COMPLIANCEIndividuals with disabilities may request a workplace accommodation, a modification to a program, policy or practice, or auxiliary aids or services by contacting a Branch ADA Compliance Officer or the Association Office ADA Compliance Officer. Individuals with disabilities also have the option of contacting the Branch Program Director in person or by calling the YMCA branch’s main telephone number and asking for the Program Director.

DIVERSITY & NONDISCRIMINATIONThe Philadelphia Freedom Valley YMCA embraces values and beliefs which support and reflect the inclusion and appreciation of all persons regardless of race, gender, creed, religion, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age or disability. The Philadelphia Freedom Valley YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and care provider.

CAMP PAYMENTSCamp payments can be made online at philaymca.org. • Go to philaymca.org and click on

My Y Account• Log into your account (if you do

not have an online account follow the directions online or contact your branch Welcome Center for assistance)

• Click My Balance and make payment


CAMPFREE T-SHIRT!Each campergets a free shirtfor Camp!

SIBLING DISCOUNTA $5 sibling discount will be applied for second and subsequent children enrolled during the same week. May not be combined with any other discount.

CAMP PLANNING GUIDEHaverford Area YMCA

Use this guide to help plan your summer. Don’t forget to bring it with you when you register!

Traditional Day Camps

Ages Camp Time FullPrivilege Program Non-

Member

Week 16/19 - 6/23

Week 26/26 - 6/30

Week 37/3 -7/7

Week 47/10 - 7/14

Week 57/17 - 7/21

Week 67/24 - 7/28

Week 77/31 -

8/4

Week 88/7 - 8/11

Week 98/14 - 8/18

Week 10 8/21 - 8/25

Week 11 8/28 -

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Camp Small FeetArdmore

3-5 9 AM-1 PM $125 $155 $180

3-5 9 AM-4 PM $245 $275 $300

Camp Small FeetHaverford Y

3-5 9 AM-1 PM $150 $180 $205

3-5 9 AM-4 PM $270 $300 $325

Camp Pioneers 6-7 9 AM-4 PM $270 $300 $325

Camp Explorers 8-9 9 AM-4 PM $270 $300 $325

Camp Pathfinders 10-12 9 AM-4 PM $270 $300 $325

Camp Trailblazers 13-14 9 AM-4 PM $270 $300 $325

Leaders in Training 14-16 9 AM-4 PM $135 $155 $180

Specialty Day Camps

Ages Time FullPrivilege Program Non-

Member

Week 16/19 - 6/23

Week 26/26 - 6/30

Week 37/3 -7/7

Week 47/10 - 7/14

Week 57/17 - 7/21

Week 67/24 - 7/28

Week 77/31 -

8/4

Week 88/7 - 8/11

Week 98/14 - 8/18

Week 10 8/21 - 8/25

Week 11 8/28 -

9/1

Adventure Camp 6-12 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Art Camp 6-12 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Cooking Creations 6-12 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Dance & Theater 6-12 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Science Camp 6-12 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Sports Camps Ages Time FullPrivilege Program Non-

Member

Week 16/19 - 6/23

Week 26/26 - 6/30

Week 37/3 -7/7

Week 47/10 - 7/14

Week 57/17 - 7/21

Week 67/24 - 7/28

Week 77/31 -

8/4

Week 88/7 - 8/11

Week 98/14 - 8/18

Week 10 8/21 - 8/25

Week 11 8/28 -

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Basketball Camp6-9 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

10-13 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Flag Football Camp6-9 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

10-13 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Gymnastics Camp 6-14 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Lacrosse Camp6-9 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

10-13 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Soccer Camp6-9 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

10-13 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Sports Camp6-9 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

10-13 9 AM-4 PM $290 $320 $345

Ability Camp Ages Time FullPrivilege Program Non-

Member

Week 16/19 - 6/23

Week 26/26 - 6/30

Week 37/3 -7/7

Week 47/10 - 7/14

Week 57/17 - 7/21

Week 67/24 - 7/28

Week 77/31 -

8/4

Week 88/7 - 8/11

Week 98/14 - 8/18

Week 10 8/21 - 8/25

Week 11 8/28 -

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Camp Magic 6-14 9 AM-4 PM $270 $300 $325

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