This summer

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This summer

YMCA of
Niagara
Day Camp
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YMCA Summer Camps 2014
St. Catharines - Niagara Falls - Welland
Registration opens Monday, March 10!
Director’s & GM’s Messages
Welcome to YMCA of Niagara
Summer Day Camp! As I child,
I was a camper myself so I
know first hand the positive
impact a camp experience can
have. A quality program can
help children learn skills and
values that they will carry with
them in the future.
At all YMCA Day Camps,
children and youth will have
fun while developing and learning new skills in a safe
environment. We have a number of different types of
camps to offer this summer, and while participating in a
week of YMCA Day Camps, all children will:
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Participate in the daily recommended 60 minutes
of moderate to vigorous physical activity.
Develop fundamental movement skills though a
variety of activities every day.
Increase their social skills by making new friends
at camp as well as see their counsellor as a role
model.
Be challenged to learn new skills throughout the
week.
Develop their character.
Have fun at camp.
Feel safe and included at camp.
All programs are strategically structured and facilitated
by trained camp staff that are here to make your child’s
experience an unforgettable one. Join us this summer to
create memories that will last a lifetime.
I am very excited to be back in
camp this summer, and have
the opportunity to apply the
knowledge I gained working
in other YMCA departments.
Thanks to valuable feedback
received from parents,
campers and staff we are
constantly working to
enhance our programs to
ensure that YMCA campers
have the best possible camp
experience. Here are a few of the things we are focusing
on this summer:
Program Quality
• We are developing outcome based program plans
that will ensure programmed camp activities meet
a specific objective (i.e. skill development)
• Utilizing YMCA Healthy Child and Adolescent
Development frameworks, YMCA camps will be
even more camper focused
Staff Development
• We are revamping our pre camp training program
to continue to meet the needs of our diverse staff
team
• Camp staff will receive training in physical
literacy and how to assist campers in developing
fundamental movement skills, and the confidence
necessary to be active for life
You will have to come to camp to find out all the other
amazing things we have planned!
Looking forward to seeing you at camp this summer,
Katrina D’Intino
Day Camp Director
905 934 9755 x 282
Erin McBride
General Manager of Youth Outreach and Day Camp
905 646 9622 x 329
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Day Camp the YMCA Way
We Hire Role Models
What’s New?
This summer, we are excited to have a variety
of new camps and programs available! We’ve
brought some of our favourite camps to new locations and are introducing a few brand new camps!
We’re introducing Future Leaders, a brand new
camp designed to get our young campers active and inspired. We’re also excited to introduce
Tumbling camp as a variation on Dance and
Cheerleading camps that will focus on coordination and balance skills. Some of our most popular
specialty camps will also be running in new locations throughout Niagara. For more information,
visit ymcadaycamp.ca
We are also excited to announce new partnerships with community organizations across
Niagara that will further improve the quality of
our day camp programs. A few include:
The Creative Bug
4 Cats Art Studio
Little Kickers Soccer Program
Niagara Knights
Niagara Falls Art Gallery
To ensure high quality leadership at YMCA Camps,
all staff and volunteers are carefully selected based
on their maturity, experiences and ability to role
model YMCA values.
All YMCA staff hold current First Aid/CPR-C certification and Criminal Reference Check. Our staff are
trained in YMCA Healthy Child Development frameworks and Asset Building approaches. They also
receive training in program planning and behaviour
management techniques.
We Create a Safe &
Supportive Environment
At Day Camp, we provide a healthy, safe and secure environment for all participants. We are a fully
integrated Day Camp that values diversity and the
differences that form our camp community.
Behavior Guidelines
All campers:
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are responsible for their actions
will respect each other and their environment
should be honest and true to their word
will care for themselves and those around them
will make healthy and safe choices
will value diversity and seek to include others
It’s All About the
Value Beads...
At YMCA Day Camp, value beads play
an important role as a sign of character
and personal achievement. As a form
of recognition, beads at camp promote
positive behaviour, and are worn as a
constant reminder of what we value as a
camp community. Throughout the week,
beads are awarded to individuals for
demonstrating the YMCA core values of
friendship, caring, honesty, inclusiveness,
health, responsibility, respect, leadership
and excellence.
Register online at ymcadaycamp.ca
At YMCA Day Camp kids
play outdoors!
“Spending time outdoors is essential to every
child’s development, health and well-being.
It builds a connection to our rich natural
and cultural heritage. Kids connected to
nature grow up caring for the Earth and
helping to conserve biodiversity.”
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Our goal is to provide every child with the opportunity to experience adventure in an outdoor setting.
Exploration of nature increases children’s creativity and imagination, while developing an appreciation
for the world around them. Outdoor Adventure Camps are structured in a unique way to offer campers a
residential camp experience without leaving their city.
A typical day of Adventure Camp
8:30am
9:00am
9:30am
10:00am
10:30am
10:45am
11:45am
12:30pm
1:15pm
2:15pm
2:30pm
3:30pm
4:00pm
4:30pm
Travel to Camp/Station Activities
Opening Circle
Camp Group Time
Outdoor Activities - Hiking, Archery, Geocaching
Snack & Sunscreen break
Creative Activities
Lunch
Structured Free Time
Active Games & Adventure based initiatives
Swimming
Value Bead ceremony
Closing Circle
Depart from Camp/Station Activities
At Adventure Camps, children experience:
Canoeing (Fireman’s Park & Merritt Island)
Archery
Nature exploration
Adventure based initiatives
Nature crafts
Non-traditional sports
Creek exploration (Burgoyne Woods)
Adventure Camp Locations
Burgoyne Woods, St. Catharines
Fireman’s Park, Niagara Falls
Merritt Island, Welland
Jr. Adventure/Maun Kiki (Ages 5-6)
Adventure (Ages 7-12)
Every day there is a new adventure to explore outdoors!
Campers will spend the day rotating through a variety
of nature based activities such as hikes, creek exploration, crafts, nature and more to gain an appreciation and
awareness for the great outdoors!
Spending each day outdoors exploring all that nature
has to offer is what campers can expect at this camp.
Through adventure based initiatives and activities,
campers will gain confidence, learn about the environment around them and gain an appreciation for the
great outdoors.
*This camp has weekly and daily registration options.
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Ontario Children’s Outdoor Charter, 2014
are physically active!
“Canadian children spend on average 8.6 hours
or 62% of their waking hours a day being inactive. In fact, only 5% of Canadian children and
youth are meeting the new Canadian Physical
Activity Guidelines.”
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At the YMCA we know that physical activity can contribute to children’s physical, emotional, and mental
development. While participating in camp, all campers have the opportunity to meet or exceed the
daily recommended guidelines of 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity per day.
Campers will gain confidence in their ability to participate in a variety of recreational and sport activities
through activities focused at developing their fundamental movement skills; and have the opportunity to
explore different traditional and non-traditional sports in a supportive and non competitive environment.
A typical day of Sports Camp
8:30am
9:00am
9:30am
10:00am
10:30am
10:45am
11:45am
12:30pm
1:15pm
2:15pm
2:30pm
3:30pm
4:00pm
4:30pm
Opening Circle
Camp Group Time
Sport specific skills & drills
Field games, non-traditional sports
Lunch
Tournaments & Scrimmages
Swimming
Value Bead ceremony
Closing Circle
Kinder
(Ages 3-4)
Kinder Camp is designed specifically for the first time
camper. This camp offers a variety of developmentally
appropriate activities that allow children to play, learn
and discover in a safe, nurturing environment. Through
small and large group activities, campers will develop
many skills that will prepare them for future summers at
camp, as well as the upcoming school year.
Campers must be toilet trained prior to attending
camp.
Jr. Sports (Ages 5-6)
Designed for the physically active camper, this camp is
at an introductory level which emphasizes fair play, team
work and sportsmanship. A portion of every day is spent
learning the rules and basic skills in a variety of traditional and non-traditional sports. Campers will develop
fundamental movement skills, confidence and learn the
importance of staying active.
At Sports Camps, children experience:
Sport specific Skills & Drills
Tournaments & Scrimmages
Team building activities
Theme days & Special events
Field Games
Cooperative Games
Sports Camp Locations
Meadowvale Elementary School, St. Catharines
E.E. Mitchelson Park, Niagara Falls
Niagara Centre YMCA, Welland
Jr. Soccer (Ages 5-6)
Campers are introduced to the fundamentals of soccer
in a fun, non-competitive environment. Various skills,
drills and games will be scheduled into the week to
teach campers how to play the game. In St. Catharines,
our campers will also experience weekly workshops facilitated by the expert coaches from Little Kickers Soccer
Program to improve their kicking, shooting, passing and
game skills.
Sports (Ages 7-10)
Campers will stay active while learning developmental
skills in both traditional and non traditional sporting
activities. Campers will try a variety of sports including
baseball, basketball, football, soccer and much more! A
portion of the day will also include traditional camp activities including swimming, special events and more! We
focus on fair play, teamwork, physical activity and fundamental skills all while having fun in this camp.
Ontario Ministry of Health, Healthy Kids Panel Report 2013 and Active Healthy Kids Canada
Report Card 2013.
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Gymnastics (Ages 5-13)
Beach Volleyball (Ages 9-13)
Junior Ages 5-6, School Age 7-10, Senior Ages 9-13
Every morning, campers will head down to the Port
Dalhousie beach courts to learn the fundamentals of
the game. Skills include bumping, volleying and serving
while learning the rules, positions and roles of each
player in the game. The afternoons are spent experiencing traditional camp activities. New this year – Campers
will also participate in a weekly workshop facilitated by
team members of the Niagara College Knights Volleyball
Team! This camp focuses on team work and to gain an
appreciation for this unique outdoor sport.
In partnership with Niagara Falls Lightning Gymnastics, campers are introduced
to the exciting world of gymnastics!
Every morning, campers will head to the
Lightning Gymnastics club to receive
instruction by certified coaches.
Campers will get to try the trampoline, balance beam,
bars, vault and floor routines! The remainder of the day
will be spent participating in traditional camp activities.
Campers will develop flexibility, coordination and movement skills.
Soccer (Ages 7-10)
Designed for campers with an interest in soccer, this
camp focuses on developing basic skills needed for the
game. There will be daily instruction that focuses on kicking, shooting, passing and trapping as well as a variety of
scrimmages, tournaments and soccer games. This camp
is designed to enhance fundamental soccer skills and
learn the importance of team work in a fun, non-competitive environment.
Aquatics (Ages 8-12)
Designed to increase skills and develop an appreciation
for the water, campers will participate in two swimming
periods per day. One will focus on personalized instruction and goal setting while the other is recreational in
nature. The remainder of the day will be spent participating in traditional camp activities such as crafts, gym and
cooperative games.
*Campers must have successfully completed YMCA
Swimmer level or equivalent to register for this camp.
Basketball (Ages 9-13)
This camp is for the youth who have an interest in the
sport and want to learn the basic skills of the game.
Campers will spend the morning introductory basketball
skills. Skill development includes shooting, dribbling,
passing and defense through games, drills and scrimmages. During the afternoon campers will participate in
traditional camp activities. Campers will also participate
in a weekly workshop facilitated by team members of the
Niagara College Knights Basketball Team!
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Golf (Ages 9-13)
Campers will head out onto the greens twice a day to
participate in skill building activities and practice on u to
9 holes of golf per day. Campers will learn the fundamentals of golf including the mechanics of a proper swing,
chipping and putting techniques all while spending time
on the Fairview Golf Course. Campers will also have time
for swimming and traditional camp activities. Please
note: You are required to bring your own golf clubs or
visit ymcadaycamp.ca for rental information.
find their specialty!
“Working outside their comfort zones but
within a safe and supportive environment
allows children to take risks and test their
own abilities.”
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Participation in a wide variety of different activities allows children to discover the activities they enjoy, while
developing skills and confidence in their own abilities. Specialty camps are designed to allow children to
explore new activities, while still enjoying traditional YMCA Day Camp activities. Collaboration with various
professionals in their field, allows the YMCA to provide campers with educational based instruction in a
number of different areas.
A typical day of Specialty Camp
8:30am
9:00am
9:30am
10:00am
10:30am
10:45am
11:45am
12:30pm
1:15pm
2:15pm
2:30pm
3:30pm
4:00pm
4:30pm
Opening Circle
Camp Group Time
Specialty programming session #1
Specialty programming session #2
Lunch
Creative & Active games
Swimming
Value Bead ceremony
Closing Circle
At Specialty Camps, children experience:
Specialty activities & workshops for up to 3 hours a day
Creative activities & Crafts
Cooperative games
Outdoor activities
Active games
Special events & Theme days
Sing-songs
Movement & Rhythm (Ages 5-6)
Arts n Crafts (Niagara Falls) (Ages 7-10)
Campers are introduced to basic steps and will participate in a variety of activities that develop coordination,
rhythm and balance. Every Friday, our campers will
showcase their movement and rhythm for their fellow
campers and parents!
Campers will spend time each day participating in crafts and hands-on activities
that will develop their artistic abilities
through a variety of art mediums.
Campers will learn new techniques
through the completion of various art
projects throughout the week. Every Friday, instructors
from the Niagara Falls Art Gallery will be coming into our
camps to facilitate a hands-on workshop that our campers will be able to bring home the final project!
Arts n Crafts (St. Catharines) (Ages 7-10)
Campers will spend time
each day participating in
crafts and hands-on activities
that will develop their artistic
abilities through a variety of
art mediums. Every Friday,
campers will travel to the 4
Cats Art Studio where they will participate in a workshop to create a masterpiece that they can take home
at the end of the day! Campers will be able to express
themselves creatively and learn a variety of artistic skills
through different art projects throughout the week.
To view the list of 4 Cats Workshops we will be participating in this summer, visit ymcadaycamp.ca
Mad Science (Ages 7-10)
In partnership with Mad Science
Niagara, our favourite high-energy,
fun loving Mad Scientists are back
for another summer of great experiments! Visit madscience.org/Niagara
for detailed program descriptions.
St. Catharines: Crash, Boom, Flash! (Weeks 3, 5)
Rockin’ Rockets (Weeks 4, 6, 8).
Niagara Falls: Rockin’ Rockets (Weeks 1, 5)
Crash, Boom, Flash! (Week 7).
Welland: Rockin’ Rockets (Week 3)
Crash, Boom, Flash! (Weeks 4, 8).
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Cheerleading (Ages 7-13)
Girlz Club (Ages 9-13 / 7-12)
We are partnering with Niagara
Cheerleading once again to offer this
popular camp! Campers will learn
cheers, dances, lifts and gymnastic
floor skills throughout the week
instructed by trained coaches
at the Niagara Cheerleading facility. Designed to introduce campers to the fundamentals of cheerleading
including proper technique, routines and the importance of practice and dedication. Campers will also build
their confidence by preparing a final performance every
Friday to showcase their routines to their fellow campers and parents. Campers will also experience traditional
camp activities in the afternoon.
This camp offers a wide variety of fun activities that
focus on a healthy lifestyle. Campers will learn the importance of a healthy body image, self esteem, healthy
eating, benefits of physical activity and healthy friendships. They will also have an opportunity to participate in
interactive workshops facilitated by the Niagara Region,
try new fitness classes and gain self confidence through
creative activities.
*Please note, campers will be divided into groups by age.
Dance (Ages 7-13)
Offered in partnership with Niagara
Cheerleading, this recreational dance
instruction allows campers to express
themselves in a creative and active
atmosphere. Campers will learn
introductory skills in Hip Hop, Jazz,
ballet and other forms of dance instructed by trained
coaches at the Niagara Cheerleading facility. Campers will also build their confidence and perform their
routines learned throughout the week for their fellow
campers and parents. Campers will also participate in
traditional camp activities in the afternoon.
*Please note, campers will be divided into groups by age.
Tumbling (Ages 7-13)
Niagara Cheerleading is partnering
with us to provide this brand new
camp! Designed for every skill level,
campers will learn flips, cartwheels
and advanced jumps in a safe, structured and certified environment.
Tumbling is a variation of cheerleading and dance that
includes a variety of tricks into a basic routine. All skills
will be exhibited for family and fellow campers every
Friday.
*Please note, campers will be divided into groups based
on skill level.
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Glee (Ages 9-13)
Campers are showcased in the spotlight for this program
where they will have the opportunity to discover vocal
and musical skills through song and dance. University
students will assist counsellors in facilitating workshops
to learn popular songs, singing as a group and staging
performance skills. The remainder of the day will incorporate traditional camp activities.
Out Trip (Ages 9-13)
During the week, campers will experience traditional
camp activities that lead up to a weekly trip every Thursday! Each trip day, the bus will leave the YMCA promptly
at 8:30am to head to the destination and will return approximately at 5:00pm. This camp creates lasting memories and allows campers to explore a new place with the
guidance of their counsellor.
Week
Theme
2 (SC, NF)
Summer Safari
4 (SC, NF, W)
Professional
Sports
5 (SC, NF, W)
Under the Sea
7 (SC, NF)
Bricks n Blocks
Trip
African Lion
Safari
Toronto Blue
Jays Game
Ripley’s
Aquarium
Lego Land
You’re the Chef (Ages 11-13)
In partnership with the Niagara
Region Public Health’s You’re the Chef
program, this camp is a fun way to
learn how to cook. Each day you will
learn the skills to follow a recipe to
create delicious snacks and meals.
Campers will spend the remainder of the day participating in traditional camp activities.
The Canadian Summer Camp Research Project, University of Waterloo
become leaders!
“In order for youth to be prepared
to work in partnership with adults,
they need to develop and/or enhance
their leadership skills... Youth leadership development is a great way to
promote positive life skills learning.”
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The development of leadership skills provides children and youth with lifelong attributes that contribute
to their character development. YMCA Day campers gain hands on experience working in collaboration,
problem solving, developing creative solutions, and leading others in a fun and supportive environment.
Not only do we develop children and youth into role models, the skills they learn at camp can be applied to
teams, clubs, school projects, and down the road their career.
A typical day of Leadership Camp
8:30am
9:00am
9:30am
10:00am
10:30am
10:45am
11:45am
12:30pm
1:15pm
2:15pm
2:30pm
3:30pm
4:00pm
4:30pm
Opening Circle
Camp Group Time
Leadership skill development & games
Adventure based initiatives - Geocaching, hiking
Lunch
Active Games & Sports
Swimming
Value Bead ceremony
Closing Circle
At Leadership Camp, campers experience:
Team building activities
Overnight camping experience
Leadership initiatives
Adventure based initiatives
Sports & Field games
Nature exploration
Leadership Camp Locations
Burgoyne Woods, St. Catharines
Fireman’s Park, Niagara Falls
Merritt Island, Welland
Leaders In Training (Ages 11-13/14)
Assistant Counsellors
This two week long camp program is designed to show
our youth what it takes to be a leader in our community. They will have a chance to volunteer, participate in
exciting team building activities and build new leadership skills. They will also experience a memorable
camp sleepout for one night on the second week of the
program. During the sleepout, campers will have fun
participating in leadership initiatives, team challenges
and a traditional camp fire program!
Join our team! The Assistant Counsellor program is for
potential counsellors who are looking to gain experience. You will have the opportunity to lead games,
songs, and activities with a group of campers under the
mentorship of one of our counsellors. Assistant Counsellors are required to attend the staff training in June
and commit to at least 4 weeks of camp. This program is
available in all camp cities.
Counsellor in Training
(Ages 14-15)
This three week program is geared towards teens who
are looking to gain experience working with children
and want the fun and leadership skill building that camp
brings. They will have the opportunity to learn how to
plan and facilitate camp programs, understand group
dynamics and during the third week you will volunteer
in one of our camps! Participants who complete 40 hours
of volunteer work during the third week of program will
receive a letter of confirmation from YMCA Day Camps.
New this year – We have a one night trip planned at
YMCA Cedar Glen in Schomberg, Ontario! This trip is
designed to foster growth through team challenges and
leadership initiatives to allow our participants to develop
their skills in a new environment. For more information,
visit our website at ymcadaycamp.ca
(Ages 15-16)
Assistant Counsellors will also receive a letter at the end
of the summer confirming the amount of volunteer
hours spent with YMCA Day Camps.
Applications are available at ymcadaycamp.ca. Deadline
to submit applications is Friday, May 30, 2014.
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National Resource Centre for Youth Development, 2014
Pied Piper,Travelling Playground Program
City of Niagara Falls Recreation and Culture
in partnership with the YMCA of Niagara.
Day
Tuesdays
Time
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Location
FH Leslie
- Valley Way
Wednesdays 1:00pm - 3:00pm
John Allen Park
- Kalar Road
Thursdays
Prince Charles Park
- Arad Street
1:00pm - 3:00pm
The YMCA is proud to partner with the City of Niagara
Falls to offer FREE playground programs to children
between the ages of 6 to 12 years old in your neighborhood.
* Programs are not offered when inclement weather arises.
A parent or guardian must accompany their child to the
park for their first program in order to register them.
Due to the nature of the program, staff cannot provide
direct supervision for every child.
For more information call the YMCA Day
Camp Hotline at 905 934 9755 e.280
Helping Hands Program (Ages 3-15)
The YMCA of Niagara strives to provide an integrated
camp experience for children and youth who require
additional support in camp. A limited number of spaces
and weeks are available for children who require a helping hand in a smaller ratio to have a successful camp
experience. To find out if this program is for your camper,
please contact our Day Camp office in April and May at
905-934-9755 x 280 or helpinghands@ymcaofniagara.
ca. The fee for this program is $230/week.
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The Playground program is a wonderful place for
neighborhood children to get together, get active and have
fun! YMCA staff will facilitate exciting, age appropriate
activities that may include parachute games, active games,
crafts, sing-a-longs, circle games, theme days and more.
Programs will run daily at parks throughout the Niagara Falls
neighbourhoods. Program will run from July 2 to July 31,
2014.
Learning Disabilities Camp SLAM
(Ages 6-12)
The Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara Region
(LDANR) is offering children ages 6-12 with learning
disabilities (reading disability, auditory processing)/
ADHD (diagnosis/identification not required) a summer
program opportunity to keep them on their toes during
the summer months. To learn more about this program
and how you can provide your child with an opportunity
to make slam-dunks in their academic skills, enhance
their self-esteem and social skills, please visit
www.Ldaniagara.org or call 905 641-1021 (9:00am-noon)
or email [email protected]. Applications are
accepted through LDANR.
Day Camp the YMCA Way
Camp Hours
The Camp day runs from 8:30am to 4:30pm. For your
convenience, drop off directly to the camp site begins at
8:00am and pick up by 5:00pm for no additional fee.
Extended Care
Morning: 7:30-8:30am costs $16/week
Afternoon: 4:30-6:00pm costs $21/week Healthy, Nut Free Lunches
We need your help teaching campers the importance of
health and responsibility. Please send your child with a
litter free, healthy and nut-free lunch that will provide
them with the nutrition they need to participate in an
action-packed day.
Busing $16/week
For busing from the branch, please ensure your child is
signed in by 8:25am.
St. Catharines: Busing is available from the Walker Family
YMCA to St. Catharines camp sites.
Welland: Busing is available from the Niagara Centre
YMCA to the Welland camp site, Merritt Island.
YMCA Aquatic Admission Criteria for
School Age Camps
The YMCA of Niagara is committed to provided a safe
and enjoyable aquatic experience. The following age
restriction admission criteria for children under 10 years
of age are based on Public Health requirements.
Children 7 to 10 participating in a YMCA school age
camps: if able to successfully demonstrate comfort in the
water and complete the facility swim test (2 widths uninterrupted), children may swim independently. If not able
to successfully complete the facility swim test, children
must be accompanied by an adult/guardian (4:1 ratio) in
the water in the shallow end.
Identification
Identification is required at sign out. Parent/guardians or
other authorized pick ups will be asked to present photo
identification if they are unfamiliar to the staff signing
campers out. Please bring your photo ID with you.
Register today!
Register early to spread your camp payment over
multiple months!
Niagara Falls: Busing is described in the chart below, preregistration for busing is required:
From
Durdan/Loretto YMCA
Child Care
Niagara Falls YMCA
Michelson Park
(weeks 1, 6, 7, 8, 9)
To
Time
Extended Care
Niagara Falls Y, Fireman’s
Park, Michelson Park
(weeks 2-5)
Fireman’s Park, EE
Michelson Park
(weeks 2 - 5)
Bus leaves promptly
at 8:20am, and arrives
back at approx 4:40pm
Bus leaves promptly
Fireman’s Park
Bus leaves promptly
Available on site
Available on site
Not available at this
site (drop off begins at
8:00am and pick up by
5:00pm)
For more information visit ymcadaycamp.ca
Got a question? We want to hear from you!
Have a question about camp? Is your camper going to
be absent? Will someone else be picking up your camper? Want to share feedback about your camper’s experience?
Please call the Day Camp Hotline at 905 934 9755 x 280
or email us at [email protected].
How to choose the right camp
Before you register for YMCA Day Camp, make sure you are selecting the right camp for your child. Here are some
helpful hints to guide you to picking the right camps:
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Take the time to select camps with your child that match their interests and meet your needs
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Our Adventure Camps are the building blocks of our camp summer. Add few weeks of sports, specialty or
leadership camps to give your camper a different experience.
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Your camper needs to be the correct age for the camps that you have selected prior to the start date.
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Take note of the YMCA Aquatics Admission Criteria to be sure that your child can participate in all the water
activities available in the camp they attend.
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Take note of where each camp you select is located and whether bus service is available to that location. See the
previous page for Bus information.
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Will your child require Extended Care? See previous page for information on camp hours.
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Will your child require Helping Hands? For a full description of Helping Hands, see page 13.
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Will you require Financial Assistance? Visit ymcaofniagara.org for more information.
How to Register
Refund/Cancellation Policy
You can register online at ymcadaycamp.ca or in
person at any YMCA of Niagara membership branch.
If you are registering in person, please complete the
Camper Information Form in advance. All forms can be
found online at ymcadaycamp.ca. Registrations will be
accepted until the camp is full or 24 hours before the
camp is scheduled to begin.
•
All deposits are non-refundable.
•
Requests for refunds made up to two weeks prior
to camp will be issued, less the deposit. A cheque
will be mailed within 14 business days. Refund
requests can be made in person or by emailing
[email protected]
•
Camp fees are non-refundable within two weeks of
camp. Exceptions may be considered for confirmed
medical reasons with proper documentation.
•
Refunds will not be given if the camper is sent home
for misconduct.
Method of Payment
15
•
Payment may be made by Interac, cheque, cash, Visa
or MasterCard.
•
At the time of registration, a minimum deposit of
$25 per week per camper is required.
•
Balance of fees may be spread out through preauthorized payments until two weeks prior to the
camp or by July 31, 2014. Registrations received
within two weeks of the camp start date or after
July 31, 2014 must be paid in full at the time of
registration.
•
Camp fees are tax deductible. A final statement
will be made available to each family by the end of
February 2015 for income tax purposes.
After you Register
After you complete the registration process, don’t
forget to read through our Camp Parent Handbook at
ymcadaycamp.ca to give you all the information you
need before camp starts for the week. You will learn
what your camper will need to bring to camp each
day to keep them sun safe, to participate in activities
and to pack a healthy, nut-free lunch. You will also find
the answers to our frequently asked questions. If you
have more questions, please contact the camp office
at 905 934 9755 x 280 or email us at ymcadaycamp@
ymcaofniagara.ca.
“My son came
home every day
excited to go
back.”
- Camp Parent
St. Catharines Camps
Age
Location
Weeks
Fee
Pre-School Camps
Kinder Camp
3-4
Walker Family YMCA
1-9
Weekly
$155
Junior Camps
Jr. Adventure Camp
Jr. Sports Camp
Jr. Soccer Camp
Movement & Rhythm
5-6
5-6
5-6
5-6
Burgoyne Woods
Meadowvale Elementary School
St. Ann YMCA Child Care
1-9
2-8
2, 5, 7
1** - 8
Weekly
$145
$145
$150
$145
Daily
$31
n/a
n/a
n/a
School Age Camps
Sports Camp
Soccer Camp
Arts n Crafts Camp
Adventure Camp
Mad Science Camp
Girlz Club
Cheerleading Camp
Dance Camp
Tumbling Camp
Aquatics Camp
Glee Camp
Golf Camp
Basketball Camp
Beach Volleyball Camp
Out Trip Camp
7 - 10
7 - 10
7 - 10
7 - 12
7 - 12
7 - 12
7 - 13
7 - 13
7 - 13
8 - 12
9 - 13
9 - 13
9 - 13
9 - 13
9 - 13
Burgoyne Woods
Walker Family YMCA
Walker Family YMCA
2-8
3, 4, 8
2, 3, 6, 7, 8
1-9
3, 4, 5, 6, 8
1**, 2, 4, 5, 8
2, 3, 5, 7
4, 8
4, 5
1-9
4, 5
1, 2, 5
3, 4, 7, 8
3, 7
2, 4, 5, 7
Weekly
$145
$150
$170
$140
$195
$150
$175
$170
$175
$155
$160
$185
$155
$160
$180
Daily
n/a
n/a
n/a
$30
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
Youth & Teen Camps
You’re the Chef Camp
Sr. Soccer Camp
Leaders in Training Camp
Counsellors in Training
11 - 13
11 - 13
11 - 13
14 - 15
Burgoyne Woods
Burgoyne Woods
3, 6
6
2 & 3, 4 & 5
7 to 9
Weekly
Daily
$160
n/a
$150
n/a
$260/2 weeks
$300/3 weeks
Legend
Indoor Camp – Camp activities are based in an indoor location, but children will be outside for a portion of the day, weather permitting.
Outdoor Camp – All camp activities take place outdoors, rain or shine.
While each site has access to picnic shelters or pavilions, campers need
to be dressed accordingly.
Swimming – Campers over the age of 7 will have access to a YMCA or
Municipal Pool up to three times per week (weather permitting). Swim
time is recreational in nature. Campers under the age of 7 years old who
swim in St. Catharines Municipal pools will participate in organized swim
classes twice a week.
Splash Pad – Campers will have access to supervised splash pad play
throughout the week.
Water Games – Campers will experience water games and activities as
part of the camp program.
** Camps at St. Ann YMCA Child Care for week 1 are offered on July 2, 3, 4. The fee will be pro
rated for a 3 day week.
17
Daily
$33
Week
Date
1
June 30-July 4*
2
July 7-11
3
July 14-18
4
July 21-25
5
July 28-August 1
6
August 5-8*
7
August 11-15
8
August 18-22
9
August 25-29
*No camp on July 1 and August 4. Camp
fees will be prorated for 4 day holiday
weeks.
Niagara Falls Camps
Age
Location
Weeks
Fee
Pre-School Camps
Kinder Camp
3-4
Durdan/Loretto YMCA Child Care
1-9
Weekly
$155
Junior Camps
Jr. Adventure Camp
Jr. Sports Camp
Jr. Soccer Camp
Jr. Gymnastics Camp
5-6
5-6
5-6
5-6
Firemen’s Park - Lower Site
EE Mitchelson Park
EE Mitchelson Park
EE Mitchelson Park
1-9
3, 5
2, 4
5
Weekly
$145
$145
$150
$185
Daily
$31
n/a
n/a
n/a
School Age Camps
Sports Camp
Soccer Camp
Arts n Crafts Camp
Gymnastics Camp
Adventure Camp
Mad Science Camp
Aquatics Camp
Sr. Gymnastics Camp
Out Trip Camp
Girlz Club
7 - 10
7 - 10
7 - 10
7 - 10
7 - 12
7 - 12
8 - 12
9 - 13
9 - 13
9 - 13
EE Mitchelson Park
EE Mitchelson Park
Niagara Falls YMCA
EE Mitchelson Park
Niagara Falls YMCA
Niagara Falls YMCA
EE Mitchelson Park
Niagara Falls YMCA
EE Mitchelson Park
2, 5
3, 4
3, 9
5
1-9
2, 5, 7
4, 8
5
2, 4, 5, 7
2, 5
Weekly
$145
$150
$170
$185
$140
$195
$155
$185
$180
$150
Daily
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
$30
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
Youth & Teen Camps
11 - 13
11 - 14
EE Mitchelson Park
3, 4
4&5
Weekly
Daily
$160
n/a
$260/2 weeks
Welland Camps
Age
Junior Camps
Jr. Adventure Camp
Jr. Sports Camp
Jr. Soccer Camp
Movement & Rhythm
Location
Weeks
Daily
$33
Fee
5-6
5-6
5-6
5-6
Merritt Island
Niagara Centre YMCA
Niagara Centre YMCA
Niagara Centre YMCA
1-9
1, 4, 7, 9
2, 5
3, 6, 8
Weekly
$140
$140
$140
$140
School Age Camps
Sports Camp
Adventure Camp
Mad Science Camp
Aquatics Camp
Out Trip Camp
Girlz Club
7 - 10
7 - 12
7 - 12
8 - 12
9 - 13
9 - 13
Niagara Centre YMCA
Merritt Island
Niagara Centre YMCA
Niagara Centre YMCA
Niagara Centre YMCA
Niagara Centre YMCA
1, 2, 7, 8, 9
1-9
3, 4, 8
3, 6
4, 5
6, 7
Weekly
$140
$135
$195
$150
$180
$150
Youth & Teen Camps
11 - 13
11 - 14
Niagara Centre YMCA
Merritt Island
2
2&3
Weekly
Daily
$160
n/a
$255/2 weeks
School sites are based on availability and are subject to change.
Parents will be informed of any changes throughout the summer.
Daily
$30
n/a
n/a
n/a
Daily
n/a
$29
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
Every kid deserves
a chance to
realize their potential
Last year, 786 kids in Niagara relied
on help from the YMCA Strong Kids
Campaign to get the opportunity to
go to YMCA Day Camp. Your gift to the
Strong Kids Campaign will change the
lives of hundreds of kids by helping us
fill the camp bus this summer!
...............
Vision
My YMCA, for life.
Mission:
The YMCA of Niagara is a charity,
open to all, providing leadership and
opportunities for people and their
community to grow in spirit, mind,
and body.
YMCA of Niagara
Day Camp
25 YMCA Drive
St. Catharines, Ontario L2N 7P9
905 934 9755 x 280
ymcadaycamp.ca
facebook.com/ymcaniagara
twitter.com/ymcaniagara
...............
Privacy Statement
As a charitable, community based association;
the YMCA of Niagara is committed to
protecting your right to privacy. The personal
information you share with the YMCA is used
to support the work of the YMCA. For further
information, please visit ymcaofniagara.org.
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