Spring/Summer Programs
Town of Somers Parks and Recreation
Your Guide to 2013 Fun!
What’s New!
New Skyhawk's Summer Camps
UK Soccer Clinics and Camps
Children’s Music Programs
Meditation Classes
Summer 5k Series
Visit us online!
http://somers.recdesk.com/
http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal
The 2013 Somers Recreation Guide is proudly presented by the Town of Som-
ers Recreation Department. We hope this guide will help your family and
friends engage with unlimited recreation opportunities. Somers is a great place
to live and play! Our goal is simple: We want to help you make
recreation and fitness a priority in your life and in our community.
We will see you here!
Amy Saada
Recreation Director
Contact Us:
Call us: Phone: 860-749-7160
Fax: 860-763-8229
Email us: [email protected]
At the office: 19 Battle Street
Somers, CT 06071
Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm
Friday 8:00am-1:00pm
Holiday Closings: New Years Day, MLK, Presidents Day, Good Friday, Memorial
Day, Independence Day, Day after 4th of July, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans
Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.
On the Web: http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal
http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal
Your Satisfaction Guaranteed!
The Somers Recreation Department strives to provide the residents of Somers with high-quality
recreation programs, activities and special events. We are confident you will be satisfied with our
services and programs! If you are not satisfied, we would appreciate your comments, ideas or
suggestions for improvement.
Employment Opportunities
Applications for Spring and Summer Programs are now being accepted. Seeking instructors for
Tot Soccer, T-Ball. Applications will be accepted now through May 3rd for Summer Camp
Counselors, Director and Assistant Director Positions. EEOC
Americans with Disabilities Act
Somers Recreation Department complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability. ADA requires that recreation programs must
be implemented in the most integrated setting possible, appropriate for each individual. Persons
with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Somers Recreation Department at least two weeks
in advance regarding any accommodations needed to assist with participation. If you have
questions, call 860-749-7160.
Weather Cancellation Policy
The Somers Recreation Department follows the Somers School District inclement weather policy.
So if schools are closed, recreation activities are cancelled. Tune into WFSB Channel 3 for the
most recently updated information. Make up classes will be schedule based on facility and
instructor availability.
Participant Behavior
Participants are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times. Participants shall behave in a
safe and responsible manner, show courtesy and respect to other participants, volunteers, staff and
treat equipment and facilities with care.
Ideas or Suggestions:
Have a great program idea or a desire to teach, earn money, and
give back to the community? We continually seek to improve
and grow our offering of programs and classes but need
dedicated, enthusiastic instructors like you to make it happen.
please call 860-749-7160 or email us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!
Program Information
The Somers Recreation Department reserves
the right to reschedule, relocate, or cancel any
announced program due to
facility availability and public response. The
Recreation Department may also establish
minimum or maximum class sizes to ensure
appropriate instructor-to-participant ratios.
Registration Information
There are three ways to register for a program,
online, in-person, mail-in.
1. Most programs allow for online
registration. Visit our website and Login as a
Member, or Register as a New Member. You
will input your information, choose all the
programs you wish to register for, and will be
able to pay by credit card.
2. You may mail in a registration form
(available on our website) and payment to our
office.
3. You may register in-person at the
office during business hours.
4. Phone registrations are not accepted
for any programs.
5. Registration is accepted on a first-
come, first-serve basis and class sizes are
limited. Programs will be canceled if
registration does not meet the minimum.
Payment
Payment must be made in full at the time of
registration, without exception. We accept cash
and checks made payable to Somers
Recreation. Returned checks will be charged
a bank fee.
Email List
Email [email protected] to be added to our
email database and receive important
information on the Department and our
programs!
Oops!
The Recreation Department makes every effort
to ensure the accuracy of the program
information found in this brochure. Changes in
programming may occur, and we
will attempt to keep information updated on
our website. All programs, instructors, and
locations are subject to change.
No News is Good News
We do not call or mail participants with
program confirmations.
We will only call you if you did not get into a
class, or a class has been canceled due to
minimum enrollment.
Photo Policy
Any photograph taken of any participants in an
Somers Recreation Department program or
activity may be used for publication or
marketing purposes such as brochures and
website content. Any participant, or parent of
youth participant, who wishes to not have a
photograph of them used must notify the
department in writing of this.
Registration Information
http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/
Sprouting Melodies® is an award-winning early childhood music program coming to Somers
CT!!! It is the only early childhood music program created by music therapists and offered through
board certified music therapists who complete the early childhood training.
Sprouting Melodies® offers a distinctly different, research-based approach to infant and toddler
music classes. Age-specific classes for infants, toddlers, siblings and preschoolers include songs,
instrument play and movement that encourage musical, social, physical, and emotional growth and
development.
Classes are provided by Renee Coro, board certified music therapist and owner of Harmonious
Happenings Music Therapy Services. Renee has experience working with young children of all
abilities and welcomes everyone to join in on this dynamic, interactive program as both you and
your child will benefit from this experience.
Classes will run for six weeks every Monday beginning April 15th and ending on May 20th at the
Kibbe Fuller Community Center on Rt. 190 in Somers.
Sprouting Melodies 3- (18-36 months): 9-9:45am
Family Sprouts- for families with siblings (ages 0-5): 10-10:45am
Sprouting Melodies 2- (6-18 months): 11-11:45am
The fee is $150 for the first child and $75 for the second.
To register contact Renee Coro at (860) 324-2355...NEW CLASSES FORMING!!
or visit www.harmonious-happenings.com
Spring Program
http://www.harmonious-happenings.com/
New Program
ZUMBA
TONING
When it comes to body sculpting, Zumba® Toning raises the
bar (or rather, the toning stick). It combines targeted body-
sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-
infused Zumba moves to create a calorie-torching, strength-
training dance fitness-party. Students learn how to use
lightweight, maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and
tone all their target zones, including arms, abs and thighs.
Zumba Toning is the perfect way for enthusiasts to sculpt
their bodies naturally while having a total blast.
DATE: Monday’s in July! (July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29)
FEE:$25.00
TIME: 8:15am-9:15am
WHERE: Kibbe Fuller Gym
Minimum of 10 needed to run the class. Don’t delay!
Register online today..
SPRING PROGRAM
http://www.zumba.com/zumbatomichttp://www.zumba.com/zumbatomic
Fitness, Fitness, Fitness!!
YOGA Through the Ages…. Very Gentle yoga class, modified to accommodate individual levels of physical ability. Join
Kripalu-certified yoga instructor, Pat Baker, for a slow, mindful approach to both strengthen
and relax the body. Yoga can significantly enhance physical energy, increase balance and flexi-
bility, reduce stress and anxiety. Age with energy and vitality.
Kibbe Fuller, ongoing classes Tuesday mornings 9:45 – 10:45 am. $20 for 5 sessions.
Instructor: Pat Baker at 860-668-4851.
Gentle Yoga is taught by Kripalu certified instructor Pat Baker. A gentle, therapeutic yoga,
fully instructed, including modifications. This gentle class is designed for individuals who have
little or no yoga experience, or the experienced yogi to safely explore one’s practice. You will
learn breathing techniques while practicing basic yoga postures. An enjoyable series of stretch-
es and movements leave you energized and relaxed.
Kibbe Fuller, ongoing classes Thursday mornings 9:45-10:45 am. Five weekly sessions for
$40. Please bring a yoga mat and blanket.
Instructor: Pat Baker at 860-668-4851.
Yoga Class, you will strengthen, tone, increase flexibility, and improve the function of all body
systems. You will feel benefits after your very first class! This is an excellent opportunity to
experience this ancient practice with a seasoned teacher at a great price! 1 hour class. Bring a
Yoga Mat and a blanket.
Kibbe Fuller Gym, Tuesday Evenings, 6-7pm, 10 Consecutive Weeks for $80.00. Please bring
Yoga Mat, Blanket and Water. Register online today.
Instructor: Diana Ricci-Gunther
Zumba Toning
Mondays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (5 Weeks!)
Fee: $25.00
Where: Kibbe Fuller
Register online today!
Instructor: Kelly Phillips
THE SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND ATHELTIC ASSOCIATION &
SOMERS RECREATION DEPARTMENT PRESENT THE
2013 SOMERS SUMMER SERIES
A fun, family friendly, grass-roots weekly 5k race series taking place on
the Somers High School Cross Country Course!
Great way to get in shape for the Somers Great Escape on September 14th!
When: Every Wednesday night, July 24 through September 11
Time: Registration opens at 5:15 / Race starts at 6:15 – Rain or shine!
Place: Somers High School parking lot nearest the outdoor track
Entry Fee: Adults -$8.00 per race, at the door Children 10 & Under – Free
Full Series -$58 -includes bib & chip and one free race! Must be paid by
7/24. -Paid online at: www.somers.recdesk/recdeskportal/ -Checks: SNE-
AA, 677 Main Street, Somers, CT 06071
Bib & Chip Fee: Each race will be digitally timed. At your first race, eve-
ryone will be assigned a bib and timing chip that you will use for each race
in the series. There will be a one-time charge of $2 the first time you regis-
ter to cover the cost of the bib and chip. Don’t lose your bib and chip! If
you do, you’ll need to buy a replacement for another $2.
Awards & Prizes will be given out weekly to the overall & age group win-
ners. Grand Prix: At the end of the Series, the top male & female scorers
will receive special awards. (Must run in all 8 races to qualify)
Info: Email: [email protected] Phone: 413-519-6566
Town of Somers
2013 SUMMER CAMP OFFERINGS
Registration OPEN! The Somers Recreation Department is proud to offer safe, fun, educational opportunities
for your child(ren) during the summer while school is out. Please take time to view all the
camps and activities on the next few pages. The camps offered are listed on this page with
their descriptions on the next few pages.
You can register for most camps and activities online. It will be noted if the camp does not
offer online registration and instructions on how to register.
SOMERS DAY CAMP-boys and girls ages 5-12
SMALL FRY CAMP-boys and girls ages 3-6
ART CAMPS– boys and girls-All ages
SOMLAX– boys entering grades 4-9 July 15-18
SWISH Basketball Camp-boys and girls grades 2-9
Tennis Camp– boys and girls Ages 6-14 June 24-28th, July 15-19, Aug 12-16
Tiny Tennis Camp– boys and girls Ages 3-5 June 24-28, July 15-19, Aug 12-16
***(Register for the above camps online at http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/)
Cressotti Baseball Camp, ages 7-12 (register by calling 860-745-5863)
Cressotti Tee Ball Camp, ages 4-6 (register by calling 860-745-5863)
UK Mini Soccer Camp, ages 4-6, July 15-19, 5:00-6:30pm, Cost $70.00 UK Soccer Camp, ages 6-14, July 15-19, 5:00-8:00pm, Cost $105.00
Register for Soccer Camps by visiting: http://www.uksocca.com
SKYHAWKS CAMPS (register online at www.skyhawks.com or on Somers rec site)
Basketball Camp-grades K-2
Flag Football-ages 7-12
Multi-Sport (soccer, baseball, basketball, flag football) ages 7-10
Tiny Hawk (Soccer and Basketball), ages 3-4
SNAG (starting new at golf), ages 5-8
SNAG (staring new at golf), ages 9-11
Mini-Hawk (soccer, baseball , basketball), ages 4-7
The Somers Recreation Department offers endless opportunities for your child to have a fun
and memorable camp experience. Our day camp program is designed to spark your child’s im-
agination, grow new friendships, and assist them in discovering new talents each and every
day. With creatively-planned activities, campers enjoy summer to the fullest extent. With
weekly field trips and themes, your child(ren) are sure to have a great time!
Camp Sessions are held Monday through Friday from 9:00am-3:00pm.
Camp is held at the Field Road Park. Counselors are CPR and First Aid Certified.
What to Wear: Shorts and a T-shirt
Sneakers
Hat with a visor
What to Bring: Lunch, Snacks and Drinks
A Backpack with: Towel, Extra Clothes, Suntan Lotion (try to put on before camp)
Week 1, 6/24-6/28
Week 2, 7/1-7/5 (No Camp July 4th)
Week 3, 7/8-712,
Week 4, 7/15-7/19
Week 5, 7/22-7/26
Week 6, 7/29-8/2,
Week 7, 8/5-8/9,
Week 8, 8/12-8/16
FEE: $100 for Week 2
FEE: $125.00 for Weeks 1 and 3-8
Before Care is $20.00 per week
After Care is $30.00 per week
A field trip each week as well as an entertainer visiting camp each week!
We offer BEFORE and AFTER Camp Care to accommodate parents.
The Before Camp Program runs Monday-Friday from 7:30am-9:00am, FEE is 20.00 per week
The After Camp Program runs Monday-Friday from 3:00pm-5:30pm, FEE is 30.00 per week
The Before and After Camp Care is held at Field Road Park.
There is a $10 second camper discount on camp as well as a 15.00 3rd child discount.
You will be able to choose these activities during the online checkout.
Summer Day Camp
2013
Ages 5-12
The Somers Recreation Department invites our youngest campers to Small Fry Camp! Our
fantastic staff of trained counselors will guide your child(ren) through our action packed days
of songs, stories, games, snacks, arts and crafts and indoor and outdoor activities. Weekly
Themes, Daily Outside Play, and Special Theme Days add to the fun!
Camp Sessions are held Monday through Friday from 9:00am-12:00pm.
Camp is held at the Somers Elementary School Gym
What to Wear: Shorts and a T-shirt
Sneakers
Hat with a visor
What to Bring: A snack and drink
A Backpack with: Towel, Extra Clothes, Suntan Lotion (try to put on before camp)
Session A, July 8-12, Dinosaur Week
Session B, July 15-19, Under the Sea
Session C, July 22-26, Creepy Crawly Things
Session D, July 29-Aug. 2, At the Ranch
Session E, Aug 5-9, Out In Space
Session F, Aug 12-16, Zoo Animals
FEE: $70.00 per session
ALL NEW!! Once per week, children will visit the day camp to take part in the weekly enter-
tainer that visits the camps.
Some of the entertainers include:
Ed the Wizard
Bossy Frog Band
Forest Park Zoo on the Go
All Engines that GO...fire trucks, police cars, dump trucks and more!
Kids Comedy Show
And more!
Small Fry
Camp Ages 3-6
Somers Recreation Department
SOMLAX Summer Lacrosse 1/2 Day Camp
Join Ken McCarthy, SHS Varsity Lacrosse Coach for this exciting camp!
Campers of all ages and abilities will have fun and improve their game by
learning the fundamental skills, advanced tactics and techniques of lacrosse.
Boys are separated into the following age groups:
Boys entering grades 4-6
Boys entering grades 7-9
Fee: 125.00, includes camp jersey!!
Time: 8:30am-11:30am (both age groups)
Location: Firehouse Fields
JULY 15-18th
SPACE IS LIMITED. Registration Deadline is June 26th.
Register online today at:
http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/
http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/
SWISH School of Basketball Camp
Emphasis will be placed on learning individual offensive and defensive skills, such
as shooting technique, footwork, dribbling, and ball handling skills. Each day
campers will participate in a team game, through which they will further develop
their understanding of basketball tactics and teamwork.
John Hostetler, the boys coach at Somers High School is hosting SWISH Basket-
ball camp for its 9th year! He is licensed to coach by the State of Connecticut and
is CPR and 1st Aid Certified.
Date: June 24th-29th
Girls and Boys, grades 6-9, 9:00am-12:00pm FEE: $125.00
Girls and Boys, grades 2-5, 12:30pm-2:30pm FEE: $90.00
UK International
SOCCER CAMP
UKISC Mini Camp For the youngest players just beginning the game. Our programs focus on fun, exciting games to
build confidence and teach the fundamentals, with maximum participation in a fun oriented envi-
ronment.
July 15-19
5 PM to 6:30 PM
ages 4 yrs to 6 yrs
Cost: $ 70
Location: Firehouse Fields
UK Classic Enhances player’s technical development & skill building in a stimulating environment. Players are challenged to con-
sider basic tactical components at an age appropriate level, including attacking and defending principles. For those
that are 11-14, the programs are aimed towards developing players both technically and tactically, which include ses-
sions that help improve players decision making.
July 15-19
From 5 PM to 8 PM
ages 6 yrs to 14 yrs
Cost: $ 105
Location: Firehouse Fields
TO REGISTER: www.uksocca.com
http://www.uksocca.com/newhtml/index.html
TENNIS CAMPS This camp is directed by Conrad McIntire Jr. who is a nationally known speaker on “Creative
Ways to Teach Modern Tennis Strokes”, having presented at the World Tennis Symposium, The
World Tennis Conference, The Florida State Convention and the New England Tennis Conven-
tion. He has also achieved a Pro-1 certification rating with both the USPTA and PTR, a distinc-
tion held by less than 8% of tennis pros world wide. Reiny Maier, director of prestigious Nike
Tennis Camp has called him one of the :most imaginative, and creative tennis pro’s I have ever
met! He makes learning Tennis FUN”. His staff is specially trained and his program motto is
...FUN, FITNESS, FRIENDS FOR LIFE!...
Teaching children tennis offers a gift for life, as
unlike many other sports, tennis offers health and
social benefits for a lifetime! This program breaks
children into groups by age and skill levels and
utilizes the latest guidelines to teach the younger
kids with lighter, slower and lower bouncing
balls.
ALL EQUIPMENT PROVIDED!!
Week 1: June 24-28
Week 2: July 15-19
Week 3: August 12-16
Ages 6-14, Monday-Friday of weeks above.
FEE: $90.00
TIME: 9:15am-12:15pm
Ages 3-5, Mon/Wed/Friday on weeks above.
FEE: $35.00
TIME: 8:30-9:15am
Register online today!!
http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/
ART CAMPS
Come join the High School Art Teachers for fun filled Art Courses! They offer spe-
cialized art instruction for students in grades 2 though ADULT! CLASS descriptions
on the next few pages. Fee is $105 per session.
$15.00 Supply Fee due first day of camp.
ELEMENTARY ART PROGRAM: (ages 7-11, entering grades 2-5)
9-11:30am Noon-2:30pm Week 1 (July 8-12) Clay Club A Printmaking
Week 2 (July 15-19) Clay Club B Sculpture
Week 3 (July 22-26) Nature ART Drawing & Painting
Week 4 (July 29-Aug 2) Animal ART Multi-media
MIDDLE – ADULT ART PROGRAM: (grade 6 – 12/adult)
9-11:30am Noon-2:30pm Week 1 (July 8-12) PAINTING/BOOKS CLAY A
Week 2 (July 15-19) DRAWING CLAY B
Week 3 (July 22-26) CLAY A BOOKS, DRAWING
Week 4 (July 29-Aug 2) CLAY B PAINTING
Instructor Profiles:
*Mary Curran has taught art at every grade level, K-12, in public schools since 1981. Currently teaching
at Somers High School, she holds a BFA/ed from the University of Massachusetts/Amherst with a studio
emphasis in Printmaking. A long time resident of Tucson, Arizona, Mary has recently returned to her roots
in New England. As an artist, she has worked in a wide variety of art media including costume design, large
-scale mural and mosaic installation, primitive pottery firing, landscape and portrait drawing, and more re-
cently, a concentration in ceramics. Her work can be seen at lightundergroundstudio.com
*Sarah Burda taught privately and worked as a rare book conservator before becoming a public school art
educator in 2003. Sarah received her BFA from Syracuse University with a concentration in Printmaking
and Ceramics, as well as a MALS fine art from Wesleyan University, and has been teaching Ceramics and
Sculpture at SHS since 2005. [email protected]
*Kyle Kipfer taught a variety of summer and private art courses while studying Illustration at the Universi-
ty of Connecticut in Storrs. After completing his BFA at UConn Kyle worked in the field of graphic design
before returning to school at Central Connecticut State University to acquire his Art Education teaching cer-
tification. Kyle continues to work as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator while teaching part time
and coaching freshman basketball and Unified Sports at Somers High School.
CLAY CLUB 1: Week 1/morning
CLAY CLUB 2: Week 2/morning Elementary:
We will have a clayful, playful week of delightfully muddy hands making art with clay!
Using pinch, coil and slab techniques and all kinds of tools, we will make everything from bowls to planters to wind
chimes and dragons! New twists on past projects included!
CLAY CLUB 1 must be taken before CLAY CLUB 2. Products from Clay Club 1 will be fired once and not glazed.
During Clay Club 2, Colorful slip and glazes will be used to finish the work that was made during Clay Club 1.
Instructor: Mary Curran
PRINTMAKING: Week 1/afternoon Elementary:
Long before computers and copy machines, things were printed by hand.
Artists still do that! In this class, we will make original artwork that multiplies when we print it by hand! We will
make stencils and stamps and use found and funny objects, foam and even textured collages to create beautiful things
including cards
and wrapping paper….we will even print on clay pots and T-shirts*!!!
(*Bring at least one plain t-shirt to print on…or more if you want to!)
Instructor: Mary Curran
SCULPTURE: Week 2/afternoon Elementary:
In this fun, exciting, hands on class, we will bring a new “dimension” to our work by exploring the wonderful world
of sculpture! We will play with clay, paper mache and many more materials to build amazing sculptures. Bring your
imagination and prepare to create! If you took this class last year, we will be mixing it up with some new and
different projects!
Instructor: Mary Curran NATURE ART: Week 3/morning Elementary:
This is a class for you nature and art lovers like me! We will use nature for our inspiration, our ideas and even our
materials! We will paint, draw and even use some clay as we create incredible, nature themed artwork in this active
and exciting class!
Instructor: Mary Curran
DRAWING AND PAINTING: Week 3/afternoon Elementary:
Spend your afternoon perfecting your artistic skills! In this class students will learn how to use line, value, texture
and color in a variety of media to sharpen their drawing and painting skills. Using pencil, charcoal, pastels and wa-
tercolor, we will practice cool techniques and produce fantastic artwork! All students will get their own sketchbook
and drawing tools to keep! If you took this last year, bring your old sketchbook (if there’s still lots of room in it) and
take $5 off the materials fee! We will explore new things this year!
Instructor: Mary Curran
ANIMAL ART: Week 4/morning Elementary:
Do you LOVE animals? Do you love ART? ME TOO!!
In this critter filled class, we will paint, draw, print, make masks and use clay
to make all kinds of animals! While we create, we will learn new things about
funny and amazing animals! If you took this class last year, we will be mixing
it up with some different projects!
Instructor: Mary Curran
Elementary Art Camp Descriptions
MIDDLE SCHOOL THROUGH ADULT CLASSES:
BOOKS!: Week 1/morning, Week 3/afternoon Middle School through Adult: In this age of texting and Facebook, a welcome break can be had by opening a book.
Or even better, by making your own! In this course we will explore visual storytelling along with bookmaking tech-
niques to create unique pieces of art. Traditional and experimental structures will be demonstrated; drawing, painting,
lettering and collage are a few of the techniques to be explored. Come have fun bringing your stories to life this sum-
mer!
Instructor: Sarah Burda
CLAY! A: Week 1/afternoon and 3/morning
CLAY! B: Week 2/afternoon and 4/morning Middle School through Adult: These courses are designed for the art student who has some clay experience but would like to explore new or differ-
ent techniques! A fun, creative introduction to handbuliding and/or wheel throwing, all ideas, both sculptural and
functional are encouraged!! Clay A will cover underglazing (applying color to wet clay) and texturing of surfaces.
Clay B will allow for more in-depth wheel and overglaze exploration. Finished work will be dried and fired at the end
of Clay A to be picked up as is -- or will be stored to be worked on and glazed in Clay B the following week.
Instructor: Sarah Burda/Kyle Kiper
DRAWING: Week 2/morning, Week 3/afternoon Middle School through Adult: Do you love to draw? Do you wish you could draw what you see exactly how it looks?
Then this class is for you!! Using techniques from brain research and classic drawing lessons, we will investigate tech-
niques to help you observe and draw the world as you see it. Experienced students will enjoy new techniques and the
emphasis will be on developing “mad skills” while having a fun, relaxing time!!
All students will get their own sketchbook and drawing tools to keep!
Instructor: Sarah Burda/Kyle Kipfer
PAINTING: Week 1/morning, Week 4/afternoon Middle School through Adult: This class will focus on the element of color in a multitude of painting media. Students
will create original work in a variety of media such as watercolor, tempera and acrylic on special papers and canvas,
and will explore all the nuances each medium has to offer. Experienced students will enjoy stretching their skills with
new techniques. If you love color, you will love learning new ways to use it!
Instructor: Sarah Burda/Kyle Kipfer
Middle-Adult Art Camp
Descriptions
SKYHAWKS CAMPS GRADES K-2 BASKETBALL
This fun, skill intensive program is designed for
beginning to intermediate players. In addition to the
technical basketball skills, our basketball staff will
focus on respect, teamwork and responsibility.
WHEN: 7/29-8/2
TIME: 9am-12pm
GRADES; K-2
FEE: $105
LOCATION: MBA GYM
FLAG FOOTBALL
Campers learn skills on both sides of the football
including the core components of passing, catching
and defense-all in a fun and positive environment.
The week ends with a Skyhawk's Sports Bowl!
WHEN: 7/15-7/19
TIME: 9am-12pm
AGES: 7-12
FEE: $105
LOCATION: FIELD ROAD PARK
MULTI– SPORT
(Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football)
In this multi-sport camp, we combine four sports into
one fun-filled week. Athletes will learn the rules and
essential skills of each sport along with vital life
lessons such as respect and teamwork.
WHEN: 7/22-7/26
TIME: 9am-1:00pm
AGES: 7-10
FEE: $115
LOCATION: FIELD ROAD PARK
TINY HAWK (Soccer and Basketball)
This camp for pre-school aged kids introduces the
essentials of two sports. Through games and
activities, campers explore balance, hand-eye
coordination, and skill development. Must be toilet
trained to participate.
WHEN: 7/22-26
TIME: 9am-9:50am
AGES: 3-4
FEE: $55
LOCATION: FIELD ROAD PARK
SNAG-Starting New at GOLF
Campers will learn the fundamentals of
swinging, putting, and body positioning.
Using the SNAG (starting new at golf)
system, we have simplified instruction so
that young players can make an effective
transition onto the golf course.
All equipment is provided!
WHEN: 6/24-6/28
TIME: 9am-12pm
AGES: 5-8 and 9-11
FEE: $105
LOCATION: FIELD ROAD PARK
MINI HAWK (soccer, baseball, basketball)
This baseball, basketball and soccer
program gives young children a fun and
positive first step into athletics. Through
games and activities, campers explore
balance, hand/eye coordination and skill
development at their own pace.
WHEN: 7/22-7/26
TIME: 10am-1pm
AGES: 4-7
FEE: $105
LOCATION: FIELD ROAD PARK
To REGISTER FOR SKYHAWKS CAMPS…. ONLINE: www.skyhawks.com
IN PERSON: 19 Battle Street, Somers, CT
Why not try and exciting overnight camp !
CAMP CONNRI
WHO: Children aged 7 - 12 years (Kids Camp sessions)
Teens aged 13 - 15 years (Teen Camp session)
WHAT: Camp CONNRI is situated on 272 acres of rolling hills, overlooking a pristine 50 acre
lake in Ashford, Connecticut. Campers enjoy a wide variety of activities including: swimming,
hiking, fishing, kayaking, baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, nature studies, arts and crafts,
low ropes, geocaching and much more. The camp offers a safe, Christian environment that nour-
ishes each child's physical growth, mental maturity, and spiritual enthusiasm. Activities are under
the supervision of certified, experienced personnel, where the safety and welfare of all campers is
a primary concern of every staff member.
The Camp is proud to be accredited by the American Camping Association, the State of Connecti-
cut, and The Salvation Army.
WHERE: Camp CONNRI is located in Ashford, CT
Route 74
Ashford, CT
WHY: summer fun!
WHEN: Teen Camp July 17 - 19
Kids Camp #1 July 22 - 26
Kids Camp #2 July 29 - August 2
Kids Camp #3 August 12 - 16
COST: $35/per child for a week long session* (Check Payable to The Salvation Army)
TO REGISTER: Please contact the Somers Recreation Department at 860-763-4379
YMCA CAMP OFFERINGS
Swimming, fun, and friends is what Camp Indian Valley is all about. At Camp
Indian Valley campers have a great camp experience right at the Indian Valley
YMCA. Our caring and well trained counselors lead campers through fun activ-
ities such as games, arts and crafts, and science and nature! Campers also get to
swim every day in the Indian Valley Family YMCA pool in Ellington! Each
session campers will celebrate a theme day and will have a special event such
as a moonbounce, a magic show, or musical entertainment! Campers are broken
down in three separate groups based on age.
Nipmunks: For campers entering K – 2nd Grade
Day Camp is a whole new experience for younger campers! Nipmunk campers will be intro-
duced to the adventure of camp while getting the special attention our younger campers
need. All activities are designed with the interest of your younger camper in mind.
Chippewas: For campers entering 3rd – 5th Grade
Chippewa campers enjoy choosing among a variety of age-appropriate and fun activities.
Activities are more challenging to capture the interest of our older campers. Campers will
have the opportunity to learn new skills and create many friendships and memories.
Mohegans: For campers entering 6th – 8th Grade
Mohegan campers will enjoy the best of what Camp Indian Valley has to ofer. Activities will
be adapted to meet the needs of our oldest campers. These campers will be given weekly op-
portunities to be mentors to our youngest campers through our mentoring activity.
Sessions and Dates
Session 1 6/24 – 6/28
Session 2 7/1 – 7/5 (no camp on July 4)
Session 3 7/8 – 7/12
Session 4 7/15– 7/19
Session 5 7/22– 7/26
Session 6 7/29– 8/2
Session 7 8/5– 8/9
Session 8 8/12– 8/16
Camp Activities: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Indian Valley Family YMCA, 11 Pinney Street, Ellington
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE, PLEASE CONTACT THE YMCA FOR
APPLICATIONS.
TO REGISTER: http://www.ghymca.org or call 860-871-0008
http://www.ghymca.org/indian/
It's not just a camp, it's an adventure! Swimming, arts and crafts, archery, boating,
outdoor cooking, sports and games, nature activities, music, and drama are among
the many activities we offer. Certain activities may be limited to certain age groups.
Each camper is grouped according to age and is assigned a counselor to promote a
sense of belonging, teamwork, and friendship. Campers will be broken into the
following age groups:
Quinnipiacs: For Campers entering 1st & 2nd grade
What a great introduction to outdoor camping. Quinnipiac campers will be guided
through the outdoors by our skilled and experienced counselors. Exploration of
nature, arts and crafts, and small group games are highlights of the Quinnipiac
camper day. Quinnipacs will also take part in our camper mentor program.
Cherokees: For campers entering 3rd, 4th & 5th grades
As campers get older they are able to experience more of what our spectacular camp
has to ofer. Cherokee campers will gain the ability to try archery and boating. They
will play larger team games, more detailed arts and craft projects, and look deeper
into what nature has to ofer them.
Pequots: For campers entering 6th, 7th, & 8th grades
As our group of oldest campers, Pequots will get to experiencee everything that
Yankee Trails has to ofer. They will take on leadership roles in our camper mentor
program. They will explore almost every inch of our 100+ acres and create larger
craft projects such as shelter building.
At Yankee Trails, it is our goal to make a positive impact on each camper as they
experience the beautiful, natural world of Yankee Trails. Daily transportation is
offered from 10 locations in the Indian Valley area.
Sessions and Dates
Session 1 6/24– 6/28
Session 2 7/1– 7/5(no camp on July 4)
Session 3 7/8– 7/12
Session 4 7/15– 7/19
Session 5 7/22– 7/26
Session 6 7/29– 8/2
Session 7 8/5– 8/9
Session 8 8/12– 8/16
Camp held at Camp yankee Trails in Tolland, CT. Transportation is provided from
one of several bus stops. 20% deposit due at time of registration
Yankee Trails Adventure Camp (Ages 6-13)