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2019 YMCADAY CAMP

Registration Opens Online March 18th, 2019 ymcadaycamp.ca

Table of ContentsHow to Register ................................................................................................3

Selecting the Right Camp ..............................................................................3

Day Camps By City ...........................................................................................4 St. Catharines .....................................................................................................4 Niagara Falls .......................................................................................................5 Niagara West .................................................................................................5/6 Port Colborne ....................................................................................................6 Welland ................................................................................................................7 Fort Erie ................................................................................................................7

Outdoor Camps ................................................................................................9

Sports Camps ..................................................................................................11

Creative Camps ...............................................................................................12

Day Camp Themes .........................................................................................13

Leadership Camps .........................................................................................14

Helping Hands/Community Living ...........................................................15

Licensed Summer Care for 3 and 4 year olds .........................................17

Preparing for Camp .......................................................................................19

Meeting new friends, learning new skills and enjoying fun-filled days in a caring, supervised environment is what YMCA Day Camps is all about! We are committed to giving your child the support, care and fun that they deserve.

Registration begins March 18, 2019 online at ymcadaycamp.ca

Welcome to Camp!

YMCA Core ValuesThe YMCA is committed to helping children grow by teaching and reinforcing CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, INCLUSIVENESS and HEALTH.

It’s all about the Value BeadsAt YMCA Day Camp, value beads play an important role as a sign of character and personal achievement. As a form of recognition and encouragement, 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 campers for demonstrating the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, inclusiveness, health, responsibility, and respect.

“My child counts down the days until she is at camp again. The staff has made her feel so welcomed and confident in becoming a young independent girl.”

Parent

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Hours of OperationThe camp day operates from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. For care before or after these times, Extended Care is available for an additional fee.

Please note that there will be no camps offered on Monday July 1, 2019 (Canada Day) and Monday August 5, 2019 (Civic Holiday).

Registration Reminders • YMCA Day Camp registrations must be

completed online at ymcadaycamp.ca.

• Visa or Mastercard credit, debit or prepaid card payments are required at the time of registration.

• If you require assistance with your registration, please contact the Day Camp Office at [email protected] or (905) 934-9755 ext. 280.

• A minimum deposit of $5 per camp day booked or $25 for full week camp is required at the time of registration and is non-refundable.

• For your convenience, the balance of the fees may be spread out through pre-authorized Visa or Mastercard credit, debit or prepaid card payments.

• All camp fees must be paid by June 30, 2019. Registrations received after June 15, 2019 must be paid in full at the time of registration.

• Registrations will be accepted until the camp is full or 24 hours before the camp is scheduled to begin.

Selecting the Right CampBefore you register for YMCA Day Camps, make sure you are selecting the right camp for your child. Here are some helpful hints to guide you in picking the right camps:

• Does your camper require support in camp? Please see page 13 for details about our Helping Hands program.

• Take the time to select camps with your child that match their interests and meet your needs.

• In order to ensure developmentally appropriate activities and programming, your camper needs to be the correct age for the camps that you have selected prior to the start date.

• At our outdoor sites, activities will be offered rain or shine. Campers should dress appropriately for the weather, and will have access to a pavilion or shelter.

• Take note of where each camp you select is located, hours at that site and the busing options available from the YMCA Health, Fitness and Aquatics Centre locations. Information about busing is available on page 19.

• Will your child require Extended Care?

• Depending on the age and location of the camp program, water play will vary. Be sure to check to see if and how often your camper will be swimming.

• Take note of the YMCA Aquatics Admission Criteria on page 19, to be sure that your child can participate in all the water activities available at the camp they attend.

• Will you require financial assistance? Refer to page 19 for more information.

Cancellation/Refund Policy• All deposits are non-refundable.

• Requests for refunds made up to two weeks prior to camp will be issued within 14 business days. All refund requests must be made in writing to the Day Camp Office at [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 a camper is sent home for misconduct or if they are ill.

After You RegisterAfter you complete the registration process, don’t forget to read through our Day Camp Handbook at ymcadaycamp.ca to find all the information you need before camp starts. You will learn what your camper will need to bring to camp each day to keep them sun safe and to fully participate in activities. You will also find answers to our most frequently asked questions.

If you have more questions, please contact the Day Camp Office at [email protected] or (905) 934-9755 ext. 280.

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How to Register

Register online at ymcadaycamp.ca

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NOTE: Planned camp locations are subject to change. Visit ymcadaycamp.ca for updates or changes.

ST. CATHARINES Ages Location(s) Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4 Wk 5 Wk 6 Wk 7 Wk 8 Wk 9 Duration Venue Specialty Activities Fee

JUNIOR CAMPS

Junior Discovery 5 to 6 Prince of Wales Public School / Grantham Optimist Club (Wk 9) * * * * * * * * * 3 or 4 Days Outdoor Water Games, Swim $37/day

Junior Explorers 5 to 6 Walker Family YMCA * * * * * * * * * Full Week Indoor Splash Pad (Daily) $169

Junior Mad Science 5 to 6 Ferndale Public School * * * Full Week Indoor Water Games, Swim $210

Junior Sports 5 to 6 Ferndale Public School * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Water Games, Swim $164

Maun Kiki (Jr Adventure) 5 to 6 Burgoyne Woods * * * * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Water Games $161

SCHOOL AGE CAMPS

Adventure - Pathfinders 7 to 9 Burgoyne Woods * * * * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Archery, Swim $155

Aquatics 7 to 12 Walker Family YMCA * * * * * * * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per day) $174

Arts and Crafts 7 to 12 Prince of Wales Public School * * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195

Cheerleading 7 to 12 Prince of Wales Public School * * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195

Coding with Robots 7 to 12 Prince of Wales Public School * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195

Crayola 7 to 12 Prince of Wales Public School * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per week) $210

Discovery 7 to 12 Ferndale Public School / Grantham Optimist Club (Wk 9) * * * * * * * * * 3 or 4 Days Outdoor Swim (1-3 per week) $36/day

Intro to Game Design 7 to 12 Prince of Wales Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195

Mad Science 7 to 12 Ferndale Public School * * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per week) $210

Ninja 7 to 12 Prince of Wales Public School * * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195

Sports 7 to 12 Ferndale Public School / Grantham Optimist Club (Wk 9) * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (2 per week) $164

You're The Chef 9 to 13 Prince of Wales Public School * * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per week) $179

YOUTH AND TEEN CAMPS

Adventure - Challengers 10 to 14 Burgoyne Woods * * * * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Archery, Swim (1 per week) $155

Counsellors in Training 14 to 15 Burgoyne Woods * * * 3 Weeks Outdoor Archery, Swim (1 per week) $336

Leaders in Training 10 to 14 Burgoyne Woods * * 2 Weeks Outdoor Archery, Overnight Trip (1 night) $290

Youth Fit 10 to 14 Walker Family YMCA * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $190

Week 1Jul 2-5*

Week 2Jul 8-12

Week 3Jul 15-19

Week 4Jul 22-26

Week 5Jul 29-Aug 2

Week 6Aug 6-9*

Week 7Aug 12-16

Week 8Aug 19-23

Week 9Aug 26-30

* Indicates short camp weeks due to statutory holidays

Day Camps by City

NIAGARA FALLS Ages Locations Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4 Wk 5 Wk 6 Wk 7 Wk 8 Wk 9 Duration Venue Specialty Activities Fee

JUNIOR CAMPS

Junior Adventure 5 to 6 Firemen's Park - Lower Site * * * * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Water Games $161

Junior Discovery 5 to 6 E.E. Mitchelson Park / Niagara Falls YMCA (Wk 9) * * * * * * * * * 3 or 4 Days Outdoor Splash Pad $37/day

Junior Explorers 5 to 6 Niagara Falls YMCA * * * * * * * * Full Week Indoor Splash Pad $169

Junior Mad Science 5 to 6 Orchard Park Public School * * Full Week Indoor Water Games $210

Junior Sports 5 to 6 E.E. Mitchelson Park * * * * Full Week Outdoor Splash Pad $164

SCHOOL AGE CAMPS

Adventure - Pathfinders 7 to 9 Firemen's Park - Lower Site * * * * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Archery (Daily), Canoeing (Daily) $155

Aquatics 7 to 12 Niagara Falls YMCA * * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per day) $174

Arts and Crafts 7 to 12 Orchard Park Public School * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195

Cheerleading 7 to 12 Orchard Park Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195

Coding with Robots 7 to 12 Orchard Park Public School * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195

Crayola 7 to 12 Orchard Park Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $210

Discovery 7 to 12 E.E. Mitchelson Park / Niagara Falls YMCA (Wk 9) * * * * * * * * * 3 or 4 Days Indoor Swim (1-3 per week) $36/day

Intro to Game Design 7 to 12 Orchard Park Public School * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195

Mad Science 7 to 12 Orchard Park Public School * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $210

Ninja 7 to 12 Orchard Park Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195

Sports 7 to 12 E.E. Mitchelson Park * * * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (3 per week) $164

You're The Chef 9 to 13 Orchard Park Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $179

YOUTH AND TEEN CAMPS

Adventure - Challengers 10 to 14 Firemen's Park - Lower Site * * * * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Archery (Daily), Canoeing (Daily) $155

Leaders in Training 10 to 14 Firemen's Park - Lower Site * * 2 Weeks Outdoor Archery, Canoeing, Overnight Trip (1 night) $290

Youth Fit 10 to 14 Niagara Falls YMCA * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $190

NIAGARA WEST Ages Location(s) Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4 Wk 5 Wk 6 Wk 7 Wk 8 Wk 9 Duration Venue Specialty Activities Fee

JUNIOR CAMPS

Junior Discovery 5 to 6 Senator Gibson Public School/Niagara West YMCA (Wk 9) * * * * * * * * * 3 or 4 Days Outdoor Water Games $37/day

Junior Explorers 5 to 6 Niagara West YMCA * * * * * * * * * Full Week Indoor Water Games $161

Junior Mad Science 5 to 6 Senator Gibson Public School * * Full Week Indoor Water Games $210

Junior Sports 5 to 6 Senator Gibson Public School * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Water Games $164

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NOTE: Planned camp locations are subject to change. Visit ymcadaycamp.ca for updates or changes.

NIAGARA WEST cont’d Ages Location(s) Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4 Wk 5 Wk 6 Wk 7 Wk 8 Wk 9 Duration Venue Specialty Activities FeeSCHOOL AGE CAMPSAquatics 7 to 12 Niagara West YMCA * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per day) $174Arts and Crafts 7 to 12 Senator Gibson Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195Cheerleading 7 to 12 Senator Gibson Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195Coding with Robots 7 to 12 Senator Gibson Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195Crayola 7 to 12 Senator Gibson Public School * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $210Discovery 7 to 12 Senator Gibson Public School / Niagara West YMCA (Wk 9) * * * * * * * * * 3 or 4 Days Outdoor Swim (1-3 per week) $36/dayExplorers 7 to 12 Senator Gibson Public School / Niagara West YMCA (Wk 9) * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (3 per week) $155Intro to Game Design 7 to 12 Senator Gibson Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195Mad Science 7 to 12 Senator Gibson Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $210Ninja 7 to 12 Senator Gibson Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195Sports 7 to 12 Senator Gibson Public School * * * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (3 per week) $155You're The Chef 9 to 13 Senator Gibson Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $179YOUTH AND TEEN CAMPS

Leaders in Training 10 to 14 Niagara West YMCA * * 2 Weeks Outdoor Swim (3 per week), Overnight Trip (1 night) $290

Youth Fit 10 to 14 Niagara West YMCA * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $190

Week 1Jul 2-5*

Week 2Jul 8-12

Week 3Jul 15-19

Week 4Jul 22-26

Week 5Jul 29-Aug 2

Week 6Aug 6-9*

Week 7Aug 12-16

Week 8Aug 19-23

Week 9Aug 26-30

* Indicates short camp weeks due to statutory holidays

PORT COLBORNE Ages Location(s) Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4 Wk 5 Wk 6 Wk 7 Wk 8 Wk 9 Duration Venue Water Activities FeeJUNIOR CAMPSJunior Explorers 5 to 6 Port Colborne YMCA * * * * Full Week Outdoor Water Games $142Junior Sports 5 to 6 Port Colborne YMCA * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Water Games $142SCHOOL AGE CAMPSAquatics 7 to 12 Port Colborne YMCA * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $164Arts and Crafts 7 to 12 Port Colborne YMCA * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195Coding with Robots 7 to 12 Port Colborne YMCA * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $195Crayola 7 to 12 Port Colborne YMCA * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $210

Discovery 5 to 12 Port Colborne YMCA * * * * * * * * * 3 or 4 Days Outdoor Junior - Water Games, School Age - Swim $34/day

Explorers 7 to 12 Port Colborne YMCA * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (3 per week) $140Mad Science 7 to 12 Port Colborne YMCA * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $210Sports 7 to 12 Port Colborne YMCA * * * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (3 per week) $140YOUTH AND TEEN CAMPS

Leaders in Training 10 to 14 Port Colborne YMCA * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (3 per week), Overnight Trip (1 night) $290

Youth Fit 10 to 14 Port Colborne YMCA * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $185

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WELLAND Ages Location(s) Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4 Wk 5 Wk 6 Wk 7 Wk 8 Wk 9 Duration Venue Specialty Activities FeeJUNIOR CAMPSJunior Adventure 5 to 6 Merritt Island * * * * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Water Games $153Junior Explorers 5 to 6 Quaker Road Public School * * * * Full Week Indoor Water Games $158Junior Sports 5 to 6 Quaker Road Public School * * * * Full Week Outdoor Water Games $158SCHOOL AGE CAMPSAdventure - Pathfinders 7 to 9 Merritt Island * * * * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Archery, Canoeing $147Aquatics 7 to 12 Niagara Centre YMCA * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per day) $164Arts and Crafts 7 to 12 Quaker Road Public School * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per week) $195Coding with Robots 7 to 12 Quaker Road Public School * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per week) $195Crayola 7 to 12 Quaker Road Public School * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per week) $210

Discovery 5 to 12 Merritt Island * * * * * * * * * 3 or 4 Days Outdoor Water Games; School Age - Archery & Canoe $35/day

Explorers 7 to 12 Quaker Road Public School / Niagara Centre YMCA (Wk 9) * * * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (2 per week) $158Intro to Game Design 7 to 12 Quaker Road Public School * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per week) $195Mad Science 7 to 12 Quaker Road Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per week) $210Sports 7 to 12 Quaker Road Public School * * * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (2 per week) $158You're The Chef 9 to 13 Quaker Road Public School * * Full Week Indoor Swim (2 per week) $176YOUTH AND TEEN CAMPS

Adventure - Challengers 10 to 14 Merritt Island * * * * * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Archery (Daily), Canoeing (Daily) $147

Leaders in Training 10 to 14 Merritt Island * * 2 Weeks Outdoor Archery, Canoeing, Overnight Trip (1 night) $290

Youth Fit 10 to 14 Niagara Centre YMCA * * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $185

FORT ERIE Ages Location(s) Wk 1 Wk 2 Wk 3 Wk 4 Wk 5 Wk 6 Wk 7 Wk 8 Wk 9 Duration Venue Specialty Activities FeeJUNIOR CAMPSJunior Explorers 5 to 6 Fort Erie EJ Freeland YMCA/ Ferndale Park * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Splash Pad $142Junior Sports 5 to 6 Fort Erie EJ Freeland YMCA/ Ferndale Park * * * * Full Week Outdoor Splash Pad $142SCHOOL AGE CAMPSAquatics 7 to 12 Fort Erie EJ Freeland YMCA/Ferndale Park * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $164

Discovery 5 to 12 Fort Erie EJ Freeland YMCA/Ferndale Park * * * * * * * * * 3 or 4 Days Outdoor Junior - Splash Pad, School Age - Swim $34/day

Explorers 7 to 12 Fort Erie EJ Freeland YMCA/Ferndale Park * * * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (3 per week) $140Mad Science 7 to 12 Fort Erie EJ Freeland YMCA/Ferndale Park * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $210Mini Camp 5 to 12 Sugarbowl Park/Our Lady of Victory C.E.S. * * Full Week Outdoor Water Games $140Sports 7 to 12 Fort Erie EJ Freeland YMCA/Ferndale Park * * * * * Full Week Outdoor Swim (3 per week) $140YOUTH AND TEEN CAMPSYouth Fit 10 to 14 Fort Erie EJ Freeland YMCA/Ferndale Park * * Full Week Indoor Swim (3 per week) $185


“My son has had a great time this summer. When he asked if he was coming back, I told him it was the last day and he was sad. I told him he could come again next year.”

Parent

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Junior Adventure/Maun Kiki (Ages 5-6) If your camper is ready to set off on a new adventure, then this is the camp for them! Campers will explore the great outdoors as they rotate through a variety of nature-based activities such as hikes, creek exploration, crafts, songs and more. This camp is sure to satisfy their adventurous side while helping them gain an appreciation and awareness for the outdoors.

Mini Camp (Ages 5-12) This camp offers campers the opportunity to learn and play in the great outdoors! Through team building and adventure-based

initiatives, campers will rediscover nature and appreciate the world we live in. In this camp, campers will rotate through various outdoor and traditional camp activities. Support from the Town of Fort Erie ensures every child has the opportunity to participate.

Junior Explorers/Explorers (Ages 5-6, 7-12)Campers will set out on explorations right in our backyard! Campers will experience a variety of activities planned around the theme for that week that allow them to develop their imagination and exploration skills. Explorers is for the curious camper who loves learning new things and going on exciting adventures.

A typical day at camp includes:Opening and closing circles: Our opening and closing circles set the tone for the beginning and end of the day, with a variety of traditional camp songs, and fun large group activities.

Camper group time: This small group time helps campers get to know each other. Counsellors also introduce the YMCA Bead Program.

Creative activities: Campers enjoy traditional arts and crafts programming, including “take-home” activities to share with families and friends.

Camp activities: Campers will participate in specific activities related to their chosen camp.

Structured free time: Campers get to choose from a variety of activities to further develop skills and relationships.

Traditional camp experience activities: At the YMCA every camp includes activities designed to immerse kids in the “camp experience” like cooperative games, camp songs, sports, field games, arts and crafts, swimming and more. Our counsellors mix up the activities to maintain interest and fun.

Physical activities: Ensuring kids have ample time for physical activity that is both fun and age-appropriate is part of camp life. Our curriculum ensures campers meet or exceed the daily recommended guidelines of 60 minutes of physical activity per day.

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 camps are structured in a unique way to offer campers a residential camp experience without leaving their city.

Junior Discovery (Ages 5-6)At YMCA Day Camps, we believe that every day at camp should be full of fun and discovery! From special events, value beads, camp activities and much more, this camp is designed for those times when a full-week camp experience may not fit your busy schedule. If your camper is ready for a blast of excitement, then this is the camp for them. To ensure all campers have the opportunity to develop friendships and experience skill development, a minimum registration of 3 days per 5 day camp week is required.

Discovery (Ages 5-12) Whether it is 3 or 4 days, Daily Discovery will give campers an exciting camp experience! Each day will be jam packed with fun discoveries, sports, active games, swimming, special events and more! To ensure all campers have the opportunity to develop friendships and experience skill development, a minimum registration of 3 days per 5 day camp week is required.

Adventure Pathfinders/Challengers (Ages 7-9/10-14) Through outdoor education and exploration campers will gain confidence, learn about the environment around them, and gain an appreciation for the great outdoors. Adventure campers will experience nature based programming, archery, canoeing (at select locations), nature crafts, adventure-based initiatives and more! Come on an adventure with us and spend each day outdoors exploring all that nature has to offer!


Outdoor Camps

“We enjoy the variety of camps. This summer was my child’s first experience with Y camp, and they enjoyed learning new activities and meeting new friends!”

Parent

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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 physical activity per day. Campers will gain confidence in their ability to participate in a variety of recreational and sport activities through activities focused on developing their fundamental movement skills; and have the opportunity to explore different traditional and non-traditional sports in a supportive and non-competitive environment.

Tiger Athletics will be supporting Cheerleading and Ninja Camps in St. Catharines. Tiger is the fastest growing cheerleading club in Niagara, with programming based off the teamwork and comradery of their coaches, athletes and parents that forms their Tiger Pride.

Spirit Athletics will be supporting Cheerleading and Ninja Camps in Niagara Falls and Niagara West. While the organization is new, Spirit has experienced and dedicated coaches whose focus is as much on character growth as it is athletic development and success.

Cheerleading (Ages 7-12)Cheerleading Camp days will be jam-packed with all things cheerleading! Campers will learn the core principles of cheerleading - jumping, stunting, tumbling and dance – from our knowledgeable and caring coaches. This camp experience is for both non-experienced and experienced cheerleaders alike. Campers will get the chance to show off the skills they’ve learned with their new friends on Friday at our “Show Off” performance. Campers will also spend part of their day participating in traditional camp activities.

Ninja (Ages 7-12)Our unique Ninja Camp is action-packed and fast-paced. Campers will learn a combination of flips, rolls and jumps in a fun and safe environment. Their strength and agility will be tested through obstacle courses and various training techniques. Campers will use their imaginations to run up walls and crash through buildings. If your camper is filled with energy and a great imagination, this camp is perfect for them! Campers will also spend part of their day participating in traditional camp activities.

Youth Fit (Ages 10-15)This camp will give youth the opportunity to learn what they can do to live a healthy, active lifestyle. Campers will be guided through a fitness program with one of our certified YMCA Fitness Coaches, and have supervised access to fitness equipment. Each day campers will experience a new fitness class or activity. Campers will also be learning to prepare healthy recipes based on the You’re the Chef guidelines, developed by Niagara Region Public Health with a balanced life in mind. Campers will also participate in traditional camper activities for a portion of the day. Join Youth Fit to have fun while embracing a healthy lifestyle!

Junior Sports (Ages 5-6)Designed for the physically active camper, this camp is at an introductory level and 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. If your camper is an athlete at heart then this is the camp for them.

Aquatics (Ages 7-12*)This camp is a splash! 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, sports and cooperative games. If your camper has a love of water then this is the camp to dive in to!

*Campers must have successfully completed YMCA Swimmer Level or equivalent to register for this camp.

Sports (Ages 7-12) Campers will stay active while learning developmental skills in both traditional and non-traditional sporting activities. They will also 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, fitness and fundamental skills all while having fun at this camp.

Sports Camps


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 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.


Creative Camps

Junior Mad Science (Ages 5-6)Each day these littlest of Mad Scientists will explore a different STEM topic in a fun and hands-on way. Spend a day as a Zoologist, then continue your Biology excitement with an exploration of the Human Body. Put on your Chemistry goggles as you check out state changes in matter, and

round out the week with Engineering and Physics. Campers will take home cool, completed Mad Science projects each day! Campers will spend the remainder of the day participating in traditional camp activities.

Arts and Crafts (Ages 7-12) 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. Creative Bug will join Arts and Crafts Camp twice per week to

deliver fun specialty workshops (details below). Campers will also spend part of their day participating in traditional camp activities.

Weeks 3 & 4We will explore the amazing art of Kumihimo, a Japanese style of braiding and create a custom mosaic canvas that reflects camper’s personality.

Week 5Campers will enjoy Creative Bug’s “Paint Night” experience inspired by Dandelion Wishes and create their own Paracord Keychain.

Week 6 & 7We are excited to bring back 2 of our favourite activities this week including Crayon Art and Clay Charms!

Week 8Campers will get hands on lessons in watercolours and print making this week! Bring your own light coloured shirt so you can wear your art!

* Creative Bug can get messy so please send your artists to camp in clothes that they can focus more on creating and less on the messes we make!

Mad Science (Ages 7-12)In partnership with Mad Science Niagara, our favourite high-energy, fun loving Mad Scientists are back for another summer of great experiments! Campers will participate in Mad Science activities for up to three hours per day, and spend the remainder of the day participating in traditional camp

activities. Visit ymcadaycamp.ca for detailed program descriptions.

St. Catharines: Weeks 2, 3 – Claws, Codes & Constellations Weeks 6, 7 – Rockin’ Rockets & Aerodynamics

Niagara Falls: Weeks 3, 4 – Rockin’ Rockets & Aerodynamics Week 6 – Claws, Codes & Constellations

Niagara West: Week 2 – Rockin’ Rockets & Aerodynamics Week 8 – Claws, Codes & Constellations

Welland: Weeks 4 – Claws, Codes & Constellations Week 8 – Rockin’ Rockets & Aerodynamics

Fort Erie: Week 5 – Rockin’ Rockets & Aerodynamics

Port Colborne: Week 7 – Claws, Codes & Constellations

Rockin’ Rockets & Aerodynamics (Ages 7-12)If it flies in, with or through the air it will be included in this camp as we explore the science of aerodynamics. Build your own rocket, stunt plane and other flying machines, explore space and apply Newton’s Laws of motion as we take daily flights of discovery!

Claws, Codes & Constellations (Ages 7-12)Each day campers will explore a new topic in their science adventure. Test soil for “Martian” life and experiment with space suit design. Discover pollution solutions and test what your toes have to do with tennis. Don’t forget the chemical reactions! No Mad Science camp is complete without an explosion or two! Campers take home cool, completed Mad Science projects every day!

Crayola Camp (Ages 7-12) CRAYOLA® – Artist’s PassportAlongside our friends from Mad Science Niagara, Crayola campers will embark on an around-the-world cultural adventure! They will explore far off places and learn about the people who live there,

from the Americas to Polynesia, from the cosmopolitan to the countryside. They experiment with Crayola products while trying art techniques developed by local artists and artisans. They will make a different masterpiece each week such as masks, prints, buses and more! Campers will spend the remainder of the day participating in traditional camp activities.

Spark Niagara Innovation Education Centre is the central hub for the incubation and acceleration of technological innovation. Spark works collaboratively with local partners to create authentic 21st

century learning opportunities through camps, co-ops, and instructional space for professional learning and development.

Coding with Robots (Ages 7-12)This camp will help campers learn basic coding skills using the Dash and Dot Robots. The program will illustrate the functions of robots and help participants learn how to create and read code while completing activities through Wonder Workshop and creating obstacle courses for the Dash robot. This is an excellent program to learn the basics of coding in order to obtain the skills needed to design video games and computer software. Campers will also spend part of the day participating in traditional camp activities.

Intro to Game Design (Ages 7-12)Always wanted to design your own video game? Learn how to create basic computer games using the Sploder design program. Participants will be shown different creation platforms ranging from Platformers to Role Playing Games (RPGs). They will also choose one of the gaming programs and create their own video game based on their interests. No coding experience is required, and all materials are provided. All participants will need to provide a current email address so a Sploder account can be set up. Campers will also spend part of the day participating in traditional camp activities.

You’re the Chef (Ages 9-13)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 campers 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.


2019 Day Camp Theme Weeks

Week 1 Colour Collisions

Week 2 Game On!

Week 3 Around the World

Week 4 Mystery Masters

Week 5 Superhero Training

Week 6 Splashapalooza

Week 7 Amazing Animals

Week 8 Imagination Station

Week 9 Mess is Best!

Day Camp Themes

*Short week: All camps are closed Monday, August 1, 2016, Civic Holiday.

Camper are encouraged to dress up on Fridays for the theme-based special event!

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Leaders In Training (Ages 10-14)This two week long camp program is designed to teach 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 one night camp sleep-out at Camp Wetaskiwin. During the sleep-out, campers will have fun participating in leadership initiatives, team challenges and a traditional campfire program.

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. For the first two weeks, CITs will work with a mentor to learn how to plan and facilitate camp programs, understand group dynamics and have the opportunity to become certified in Standard First Aid/CPR C, in order to work towards employment as a Day Camp Counsellor. During the first two weeks of camp, CIT’s will participate in a day trip designed to foster growth through team challenges and leadership initiatives.

During the thrid week of camp, CITs will have the opportunity to be paired with a counsellor in one of our junior camps to gain experience and practice their skills. CIT’s who successfully complete their placement week will be eligible to use 35 hours toward their high school community service component.

Completion of Leaders in Training and Counsellor in Training is required before a participant may apply to be an Assistant Counsellor. Information about our Assistant Counsellor program can be found online at ymcadaycamp.ca

“My favourite part of camp was the soccer game with the counsellors.”

Camper

The development of leadership skills provides children and youth with lifelong attributes that contribute to their character development. YMCA 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.


Leadership Camps

YMCA Helping Hands (Ages 5-15) Helping Hands is a program that strives to provide a positive, integrated day camp experience for children and youth with differing abilities who require additional support in camp. A limited number of spaces and days are available for those requiring a helping hand in a one to one ratio. Families who are applying for Financial Assistance from the Niagara Region should complete the subsidy process before contacting the Helping Hands team.

Does your child need one-on-one support at camp? Please assess your needs using the following criteria:

• Extra support is needed in school.• Additional support or assistance is required for basic care (eg. toileting, feeding

and changing)• A physical, developmental and/or learning disability exists that affects the

safety of the participant or that of other program participants.• The participant is currently associated with a support agency.

If you answered yes to one or more of these questions or if you are unsure if your child requires one to one support, please contact the Helping Hands team at 905-934-9755 ext. 288 before April 1, 2019 to confirm the accessibility of the program location, special requirements you may have, if a Helping Hands Counsellor is required, and the suitability of the camp. A member of our Helping Hands team will do a phone intake and work with you to determine what support is required at camp.

Registration for our Helping Hands program is in high demand. The number of Helping Hands spots are limited. If no support is available, families will have the option to bring their own Independent Support Worker. Please check ymcadaycamp.ca for more details on this option.

Request List for Helping Hands opens on Monday, April 1, 2019 at 9:00 am

Please call the Helping Hands team at 905-934-9755 ext. 288 or email [email protected] to begin the registration process. Helping Hands weeks are on a first come, first serve basis. In order to serve more families, Helping Hands registration will be limited to three weeks per camper. A member of the Helping Hands team will be in touch to speak with you about camp availability and registration details in late April.

Helping Hands / Community Living

“Staff asked a lot of questions and were eager to make sure my son had everything he needed and was safe! The staff was warm and friendly, and my son enjoyed his time here.”

Parent

Community Living

In Port Colborne-Wainfleet and Fort Erie, the YMCA of Niagara partners with Community Living to offer children with intellectual challenges that are supported by the agency additional support in camp.

For more information, please contact:Port Colborne Wainfleet - Rita Smith, 905-835-8941 ext. 135Fort Erie - Andria Willick, 905-871-6770 ext. 240

Behaviour Management Procedures At YMCA Day Camp, we strive to provide a healthy, safe and secure environment for all participants. We are a fully integrated camp that values diversity and the differences that form our camp community. We expect all campers to adhere to our behaviour guidlines.

Behaviour GuidelinesAll campers:

Are responsible for their actions, choices and words

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



“My daughter enjoyed her time at camp this summer. The staff was amazing, very friendly. She made lots of new friends!”

Parent

Licensed Child CareWe offer YMCA Licensed Child Care for 3 and 4 year olds (3 year olds must be born in 2015) during the summer months at the following locations:

LocationsSt. Catharines

Grapeview Public School106 First St. Louth, St. Catharines, ON L2R 6P9P: (905) 682-9455

Niagara Falls

Kate S Durdan Public & Loretto Catholic Schools6855 Kalar Rd., Niagara Falls, ON L2H 2T3P: (905) 354-4555

Welland & Pelham

Father Fogarty Centre269 Thorold Rd. Welland, ON L3C 3W1P: (905) 788-3505

West Niagara* Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School *July 2 to August 23

69 Olive St., Grimsby, ON L3M 2C3P: (905) 309-2219

Hours: 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday.Cost: $37.25 per day; Regional subsidy available. Daily and weekly care options are available.

Please go to ymcaofniagara.org for more information. Please contact the centre directly for registration.

Licensed Summer Care


Hours of OperationThe camp day operates from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. For your convenience, drop-off directly to the camp site begins at 8:00 am and pick-up ends at 5:00 pm for no additional fee. For care before or after these times, Extended Care is available for an additional fee.

Please note that camp will not be offered on Canada Day (Mon. July 1, 2019) or the Civic Holiday (Mon. August 5, 2019)

Extended CareThis fun, safe and supervised program is available at the YMCA Health, Fitness & Aquatics branches* for an additional fee.

AM: 7:30-8:30 am Cost: $18/weekPM: 4:30-6:00 pm Cost: $23/week

Daily extended care is available for Discovery camps only at a pro-rated fee.

* In Welland extended care is available at Quaker Road Public School.

Busing Cost: $18/week or $3.60/day for Discovery camps

For busing from the YMCA, please ensure your child is signed in by 8:25 am. Busing is available in Niagara West, St. Catharines, Niagara Falls and Welland from the extended care location to camp site(s) within that community. Visit ymcadaycamp.ca for more information on busing.

In Fort Erie, busing and extended care are not available for Mini Camp.

Sign Out - Identification RequiredIdentification is required at sign out. Parents/guardians or other authorized pick-ups will be asked to present valid government issued photo identification without exception at sign out.

What To BringPlease ensure that your camper brings the following items to camp each day:

• Nut and litter free lunch

• Two or more nut and litter free snacks

• Clean and refillable water bottle

• A hat

• SPF 30+ water resistant sunscreen. Sunscreen should be applied before camp and will be reapplied throughout the day. Choose a sunscreen that will be easy for your child to reapply themselves.

• Running shoes

• Weather and camp appropriate clothing

• Swimsuit and towel in plastic bag (note - swim schedule varies based on camper age, camp program and location)

• Sunglasses

• Please label all items with your child’s full name

• Please keep valuable personal items at home

• Extra clothes for outdoor camps are recommended

Aquatic Admission Criteria for School Age Camps We are committed to providing 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 years of age participating in a YMCA school age camp may swim independently if able to successfully demonstrate comfort in the water and complete the facility swim test. 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.

SwimmingFor School Age campers, the frequency of recreational swimming may vary based on the week. Most school age camps will have the opportunity to participate in swimming between 2 and 3 times per week. The swim schedule is weather permitting at outdoor pools.

In St. Catharines Junior campers that swim at a City of St. Catharines municipal pool will participate in a recreational swim class two times a week.

In other cities or at other St. Catharines sites, Junior campers will participate in water games and/or splash pad.

For camps that swim at outdoor pools, swim schedules may be adjusted due to weather.

Preparing for Camp

Financial Assistance

Niagara Region Financial Assistance is available to families who qualify through the Niagara Region. For more information and to apply online, visit niagararegion.ca/childcare or call (905) 980-6000 ext. 3897 or 1-800-263-7215 ext. 3897. Camp registrations can be processed once written approval has been received from the Region.

YMCA Strong KidsWe believe in the potential of every kid. A financial obstacle should never

stop a child from reaching their full potential. The YMCA Strong Kids Campaign ensures that every kid gets the opportunity to learn and grow at the Y. Please contact your local YMCA to learn more about Financial Assistance to help with camp fees.


Charitable Registration # 11930 7064 RR0001

MissionThe 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.

VisionInspiring health, wellness and community-for life.

Core ValuesCaring, Health, Honesty, Inclusiveness,

Respect, and Responsibility.

Have questions? Have some feedback? We want to hear from you!Please call the Day Camp Office at (905) 934-9755 x 280 or email us at [email protected].

25 YMCA Drive, St. Catharines, ON L2N 7P9

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As an accredited member of the Ontario Camps Association and registered member of High Five, we deliver convenient, affordable and quality programs where everyone is welcome.

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