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EXPERIENCE MORE 2016 SUMMER CAMP & AQUATICS GUIDE PALOMAR FAMILY YMCA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS
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MEMBERSHIP 2-3 Member Benefits..........................................2 Membership Fees..........................................3 Financial Assistance.....................................3 WELCOME! 4 Our Mission....................................................4 A Message From Our Y...............................4 YOUR FEEDBACK
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WHAT THE BUZZ IS ALL ABOUT? 6-7 About Our Camp Staff.................................6 Y CAMP STARTS HERE 8 2016 Session Dates.....................................8 Camp Hours...................................................8 Extended Hours............................................8 Camp Location...............................................8 Registration Options...................................8 REGISTRATION INFORMATION 9 Registration Start Dates.............................9 Online Registration......................................9 Payment Methods........................................9 YMCA Memberships.....................................9 Cancellations, Transfers, Y-Voucher& Refund Policy.........................9 Medical Release Forms................................9 Financial Assistance.....................................9 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 10-11 CAMP CHANGES 12 Grades and Ages........................................ 12 Traditional Camp Names & Categories.................................12 CAMP GUIDE LEGEND
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ABOUT OUR CAMPS 13 Traditional & Traditional Travel.............. 13 Specialty...................................................... 13 Leaders-In-Training (L.I.T.s)..................... 13 SUMMER CAMP OFFERINGS
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WHATS NEW THIS YEAR!
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SUMMER CAMP WISH LIST
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TRADITIONAL CAMPS 18-19 Traditional Camps................................18-19 Traditional Travel Camps......................... 19 CLUB 57 CAMPS
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FAMILY DAY CAMPS
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ARTS & PERFORMING ARTS
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SPLASH CAMPS
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EDUCATIONAL CAMPS
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SPECIALTY CAMPS
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SPORTS CAMPS
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LEADERS-IN-TRAINING CAMPS (L.I.T.)
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TEEN CAMPS
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GET YOUR SWIM ON! Benefits of Swim Lessons Register for Swim Lessons Swim Team
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SWIM LESSONS 34-37 Parent-Child Lessons................................ 34 Preschool Lessons.............................. 34-35 Progressive Classes........................... 36-37 BIRTHDAY PARTIES
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OVERNIGHT CAMPS
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MEMBERSHIP
BENEFITS 15% SAVINGS
Up to 15% savings on programs
Access to all 17 YMCA Locations in San Diego County
Free Child Watch & Kids Club at all locations while you workout
Special monthly family events and fun youth programs
FREE fitness consultation program to get you started
Unlimited group exercise and mind/body: 65+ weekly classes
Heated pool for swim lessons, water exercise, lap swim and heated therapy spa
Access fitness center with newest technologies
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JOIN ONE, JOIN ALL! When you join one Y, you join them all! Membership gives you access to 17 convenient YMCA locations across San Diego County! While you’re working out in one area of the county, your family can be playing or taking lessons at a Y location in another area. For a full list of locations, visit ymca.org/join.
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORY
JOINING FEE
MONTHLY FEE
Teen/Young Adult (13-25)
$25
$31
Adult (26-64)
$50
$45
Dual Adult (Two adults in same household)
$50
$70
Family I (One adult & children 25 and under)
$50
$65
Family II (Two adults & children 25 and under)
$50
$85
Senior (65+)
$50
$40
Active, Reserve, National Guard, and Retired Military receive 10% off all membership categories with a current military ID card and the joining fee is waived. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE! We want everyone to have access to our facilities and programs. It’s our mission to ensure that everyone gets a chance to have an enriching experience at the Y, regardless of their ability to pay. Financial assistance is made available on a limited basis for low-income families or individuals. Confidential applications are available at our Welcome Center or on our website.
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WELCOME! PALOMAR FAMILY YMCA DAY CAMP 2016
Palomar Family YMCA has been offering outstanding summer camps for years. Our goal is to introduce children to as many new experiences as possible and help each child feel confident and secure in a fun, safe camp environment. YMCA day camp challenges children to grow in imagination, creativity, self-directed initiative, and leadership. We’re dedicated to changing the lives of our campers by creating friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. All of our YMCA day camps have been accredited by the American Camp Association. Our day camps exceed the highest standards in the camp industry, including health, safety, personnel, transportation and facilities. For more information regarding ACA standards please visit www.acacamps.org.
OUR MISSION
MESSAGE FROM THE Y
The YMCA of San Diego County is dedicated to improving the quality of human life and helping all people realize their fullest potential as children of God through the development of the spirit, mind and body.
Greetings and welcome to summer 2016! We are extremely delighted and committed to providing a top-notch experience to you and your family this summer. We are dedicated to going above and beyond in customer service and program quality, and we want you to know that you can count on the Y to provide memorable and enriching programs for your camper. You can depend on the Y to be a home away from home this summer. Our number one goal is to provide the safest, most enriching environment possible for you and your family. Whether your camper is traveling all over San Diego County or enjoying one of our great facilities, we are sure that your child will make memories that will last a lifetime.
Julie Gustafson Palomar Family YMCA Camp Director 4
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YOUR FEEDBACK SEER SURVEY Each summer we survey our parents to elicit feedback and determine what we are doing well and what areas we can improve. This survey provides us with extremely valuable data about the quality of our day camp program, allowing us to take your family’s camp experience above and beyond.
LAST YEAR, PARENTS SAID... SAFE & SECURE
Our camp program is a safe and secure environment for kids and teens.
INTEREST
Our vast number of specialty camps allow youth to pursue an interest they are passionate about.
IMPACT
Campers are making friends and feeling a sense of belonging. We will continue to build upon the success of last summer!
GIVING BACK
We improved upon providing children with opportunities to give back and support our community. This summer, we will provide even more ways that campers can volunteer to help others.
OUR FOCUS THIS SUMMER
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We’ll be working on ways that we can better communicate
COMMUNICATION to parents about all of the fun that is happening at camp each day!
FUN FACTOR
We’ve challenged our staff to implement more silly, fun and wacky ideas to keep our campers guessing and laughing all summer long.
IMPACT
We’ll continue to focus on helping campers make friends, create a sense of belonging and achieve their goals, all while nurturing character development and being physically active.
FEEDBACK
We want to elicit as much feedback as possible from parents, campers and staff. Look out for weekly opportunities to share your thoughts on how we serve your family in our program.
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WHAT THE BUZZ
IS ALL ABOUT...
“I am excited to wake up every morning and know that my job is to make a difference, to provide an awesome experience to both campers and their parents! -Summer Camp Counselors, 2015
“Money well spent! The counselors and leaders were the highlight of our child’s summer” -Summer Camp Parent, 2015
“The camp counselors are fun and are always nice to me and my sister! Every day at camp is an adventure!” -Summer Camp Child, 2015
“We commit to summer camp at the Y year after year! No one is better!” -Summer Camp Parent, 2015
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Our Camp Staff are... Trained: All day camp staff complete extensive pre-camp training, including first aid, CPR/AED, program planning, child abuse prevention, age-appropriate activities, and character development awareness.
Vetted: We complete reference checks and extensive background checks on each of our camp staff.
Committed: Staff possess extraordinary skills in working with children and a deep sense of commitment to the development of each camper.
Peace of Mind You can have peace of mind when you enroll your children in day camps at Palomar Family YMCA. With a low camper-to-staff ratio, each child will receive individual attention in a safe and supportive environment. What sets our camps apart is the quality of our staff. All of our day camp staff members are carefully selected for their enthusiasm, experience, and professionalism.
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Y CAMP STARTS HERE... 2016 SESSION DATES CAMP HOURS 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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*Camp prices have automatically been prorated to reflect a four-day camp week.
REGISTER FOR CAMP:
EXTENDED HOURS
Before Care: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. After Care: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Our FREE extended day program offers quality care for your child before and after the camp day. We offer this convenient service at all locations to complement our camp programs. Activities may include sports, arts and crafts, and more!
CAMP LOCATION
Camp is held at the following location: Palomar Family YMCA 1050 N. Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026
FOR ADDITIONAL INFO
Refer to the Parent Handbook, call the YMCA branch or visit palomar.ymca.org for more information about the following: • Financial Assistance • Accommodations for children with special needs • Cancellations, transfers, refunds and vouchers • What children should bring to camp
In order to register for camp, you may choose any of the methods listed below. A medical release/liability waiver must be submitted during the registration process. All enrollments are subject to availability and registrations are not guaranteed.
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2 Register in-person: Walk in to the Welcome Center at the branch.
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Member Benefit! Register online: palomar.ymca.org
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION Registration Start Dates
YMCA members have priority registration and may begin registering for camp on March 11. Participants may begin registering on March 19.
Online Registration
To register online, members may visit palomar.ymca.org. If you know the camps you wish to sign up for, go to the “Register/Pay” tab. To browse camps, go to the camp section, and then add camps to your cart. A medical release/ liability waiver must be completed online as well.
Payment Methods
We have two payment methods to register for camp: 1. Paying in full (prices listed include a $25 non-refundable deposit per camp week). 2. Paying a $25 non-refundable deposit. Payment in full must be made 7 days prior to the first day of camp or your child will be dropped from the roster and you will forfeit your deposit. Register 7 days prior to the start date of each camp week, in order to avoid a $25 late fee: Week 1............... June 6 Week 2............... June 13 Week 3............... June 20 Week 4............... June 27 Week 5............... July 4 Week 6............... July 11 Week 7............... July 18 Week 8............... July 25 Week 9............... August 1 Week 10............. August 8
YMCA Memberships
To receive the member rate, membership must be current at the time camp takes place.
Cancellations, Transfers, Y-Voucher and Refund Policy Before camp starts, we pay
our vendors, admission tickets, supplies and hire our staff according to enrollment. Please read our policies below.
Cancellations: If you request to cancel your enrollment before the start of the camp week, you will receive a 100% refund or Y-voucher (minus deposit). If you request to cancel your enrollment on the first day of camp, you will receive a 75% refund or a Y-voucher (minus deposit and vendor fees). A refund or Y-voucher will NOT be given if you request to cancel your enrollment on the second day of the camp week. Y-vouchers do not expire and are valid at any YMCA in San Diego County for any program, membership or service. Y-vouchers may be transferred to another member of your family or friend. Transfers: Transfer requests may be made though the Tuesday of the camp week (space permitting). Camp fee differences must be paid at the time of the transfer. All transfers are subject to availability, and no transfers are guaranteed. There will be no Y-vouchers or refunds issued for missed or sick days of camp.
Medical Release Forms All campers must complete a medical release/liability waiver at the time of registration. You may obtain a copy of this form by visiting us online or in person at the Welcome Center during regular business hours. Campers who have not completed a YMCA medical release/liability waiver will not be permitted to participate in our program until the form is completed by a parent or legal guardian. Be sure to include the names of authorized adults as they appear on their photo IDs.
Financial Assistance
available through the generous contributions to our Annual Campaign. Pick up an application at the Welcome Center or download one at palomar.ymca.org. Financial Assistance is Available for the Following: • Pioneers • Discovery • Navigators • Adventure • All Club 57 Camps • Top Chef • Extreme Art • Recycle Art • Gym & Swim • You Go Girl! • Animal Adventure • Jedi Masters • Pokemon • Duct Tape Dynasty • Dodgeball & Gaga • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle • Lego Builders • Cheer • Sports Galore • Soccer • Gymnastics • Y Olympics • L.I.T. Training & Fieldwork • Jr. Lifeguard • Teen Extreme • VolunTeen Third Party Payments The Y is contracted to receive payment from the following third party agencies: Child Development Associates (CDA), YMCA Child Care Resource Services (CRS), County of San Diego and the Military Subsidy Program through NACRRA. All camp registration for third party families must take place with the camp department. You will not be able to register online or at the Welcome Center. Give the Gift of Camp! All children deserve the opportunity to have a camp experience. If you wish to make a contribution to the 2016 Annual Campaign, you may do so at palomar.ymca.org/giving.
Financial Assistance is available for individuals who qualify. Funds for financial assistance are made
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ASKED ??? FREQUENTLY ??? QUESTIONS Parent Handbook
Please read the Parent Handbook prior to sending your child to camp. This short survival guide can be accessed online at palomar.ymca.org or picked-up at the YMCA’s Welcome Center. It should help answer any questions you have about camp.
Is camp a good fit for my child?
If your little one is at least 5 years old, potty trained and can follow directions within camp ratios, then camp is a wonderful place for your child to gain new experiences and make new friends. If you have questions about the fit of a specific camp, please feel free to contact the YMCA, and we can walk you through your concerns.
Where do I drop off my child?
Please be sure you are dropping your child off at the correct location by checking your receipts or calling the YMCA if you have any questions. Palomar Family YMCA at 1050 N. Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026.
What are the camp hours?
Camp runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. We offer free extended care from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. where children will participate in low impact traditional camp activities supervised by counselors who may be different than those they have been with throughout the camp day. A late fee of $1 per minute per child will be assessed for children picked up after 6:00 PM.
Do I need to sign my child in and out daily?
The YMCA requires that all children are to be properly signed in by an adult and turned over to a YMCA staff person. This helps ensure the safety of your child. We do require children to be signed out by an authorized adult, even if they are participating in other YMCA programs immediately following camp. Please note: It is our responsibility to see that your child leaves with the appropriate person each day. We will ask for photo identification daily. Please do not be offended. This is done with the child’s safety in mind. When filling out your paperwork, make certain that the names of the authorized adults are the same as they appear on their photo IDs. If you are going to be late, please call the YMCA immediately.
Who are the camp staff?
We feel confident that we have the best staff around! They are as diverse as our campers and have undergone at least 24 hours of training in everything from risk management, positive disciplinary techniques to how to teach and much more. All camp staff members have background checks and are first aid and CPR certified. Additionally, references have been checked on each staff member.
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How many staff will be watching my camper?
We operate on the following ratios, which are recommended by the American Camp Association. Age 5 years 6-7 years 8-12 years 13-16 years
Ratio 1:6 1:8 1:10 1:12
What should my child bring/wear to camp?
All campers must bring their own lunch, a small snack and water bottle to camp daily. The YMCA will provide an additional afternoon snack. Please send only non-perishable foods because refrigeration is not available. Campers should also bring a labeled water bottle, sunscreen, swim suit, towel, and a sweatshirt for campers who may get cold. Campers should wear closed toed shoes, as we are very active, and clothes in which they are ready to play hard and get dirty. Campers are not allowed to bring toys and card games, video games, personal cd players/stereos/ iPods, expensive jewelry/watches, money, alcohol or drugs, vehicles, animals, weapons, or cell phones. The YMCA is not responsible for any items that are lost or stolen and under no circumstance will reimburse for lost items.
What if my camper needs to take medication during camp?
In order for your camp’s Unit Leader to administer medication during the day, your doctor-prescribed medication must be checked in at our camp information center. No over the counter medication will be administered. You will need to complete the YMCA Medication Release form each Monday in order for our staff to administer medication.
What will my camper be doing everyday at camp?
For each week of camp, there will be a schedule available online at our website, palomar.ymca.org. The schedules will give you an inside look at where your camper is going and what activities they will be doing throughout the day. Schedules are subject to change. For more information or updates, please visit or call the Welcome Center at 760-745-7490.
How will my camper be transported to and from field trips?
The YMCA transports our campers on school buses routinely inspected by the California Highway Patrol. Due to the nature of the routes and multiple stops we’re making daily, our buses fall under the rules for transport vehicles that require that children must be 6 years old to ride on the bus under California Vehicle Code. A set of our bus rules are available for your review in our Parent Handbook. Our bus drivers are CPR and First Aid certified and have completed a background check and drug/ alcohol test. Though we try to keep a consistent schedule and accomplish all of our planned activities, departure and arrival times, as well as field trips, are subject to change without notice.
What if my camper needs special assistance?
We are here to inspire kids to work together, play together, and create friendships that can last a lifetime. At the Palomar Family YMCA, we are passionate about youth development for all. Because your child’s safety is our number one priority, accommodations for children with special needs are made based on the availability of trained staff, camps available, and your child’s needs and our available resources. Please complete and submit an Inclusion Intake Form to our camp department prior to registration. Forms are available on our website and at our Welcome Center. Due to high demand, please allow a minimum of two weeks for evaluation of registration materials.
What are the camp spirit themes? Week 1: Jungle Fever Week 2: Under the Sea Week 3: Stars & Stripes Week 4: Back in Time Week 5: Rockstar Mania Week 6: Game Show Fun Week 7: Be a Superhero Week 8: Medieval Times Week 9: Space Explorers Week 10: Aloha Luau
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CAMP CHANGES
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We’ve made some changes this summer! When you’re looking for your camp favorites, please keep in mind: GRADES AND AGES Children must be at least 5 years old and/or entering into Kindergarten, in order to participate in YMCA camps. Exceptions to camp age and grade requirements can only be made if within 3 months of the required age listed. Director approval is required for all age exceptions. Please note that some grade limitations are set by outside camp vendors and cannot be changed by the YMCA. Please see our Welcome Center for more information. TRADITIONAL CAMP NAMES & CATEGORIES Did you know? In San Diego, when you join one Y, you join them all! As a service to our members and camp participants, all San Diego YMCA locations now offer the SAME traditional camps. We want to make sure you’re getting the same great camp experience at any Y you choose. This summer, our traditional camps at Palomar Family YMCA are going by new names! These camps have been revamped, recharged and better than ever!
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CAMP GUIDE LEGEND Camp Name
Grade of Camper Weeks Camp is Offered
Camp Description
Every camp within the guide contains the following layout:
New Camp in 2016!
Pioneers
Camp Will Travel Off-Site
NEW!
Grades K - 2 • $170/$200 Weeks 1-10 • Palomar Family YMCA This is going to be the best camp ever!
Camp Fees: Member Rate/ Participant Rate
Location of Camp
OUR CAMPS TRADITIONAL Revamped and ready to go, these ultra-spirited, fun-filled camps are full of BIG themes, BIG ideas, and BIG FUN! Campers will have the opportunity to enjoy various activities such as sports, organized games, science experiments and arts & crafts, all while exploring the weekly theme. From color wars to going back in time, to being a super hero or space explorer... campers are guaranteed to have endless fun at our traditional camps. TRADITIONAL TRAVEL Set in the YMCA style of crazy activities each and every day, your camper will be traveling on special adventures throughout San Diego County. Build self-confidence, meet new friends, and have a blast! SPECIALTY Have a bright and talented camper? Does your child have a specific interest or hobby? Does your child need to burn off some excess energy? Or are you looking for something out of the ordinary and exciting? Browse the spectacularly
amazing specialty section for something that engages the creative oomph with the traditional spirit! We have everything from camps on skills and techniques, to camps focusing on creativity and confidence, and everything in between! LEADERS-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM (L.I.T.) After your teen completes one of our training courses he or she will become an official L.I.T., and is eligible to enroll into L.I.T. Fieldwork during the remainder of the camp season. L.I.T.s will be assigned to assist our talented day camp staff with the daily operation of a particular camp. This program provides an excellent opportunity for teens to learn handson job experience and responsibilities, while still under the supervision of our camp staff team. Additionally, all hours completed within L.I.T. Fieldwork can be recorded as community service hours. *PLEASE NOTE: All training is based out of Palomar Family YMCA, but placement site is dependent on the camp location.
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EXPLORE EVEN MO DATE
WEEK #
CAMPS AT PALOM Traditional Camps
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Traditional Travel Camps
Club 57
Splash
June 13-17
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Pioneers K-2
Discovery 1-3
Navigators 3-5
Adventure 5-8
Batman v. Superman K-2
Gym & Swim 2-7
June 20-24
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Pioneers K-2
Discovery 1-3
Navigators 3-5
Adventure 5-8
Little Gym & Swim K-2
Gym & Swim 2-7
June 27 July 1
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Pioneers K-2
Discovery 1-3
Navigators 3-5
Adventure 5-8
Ooey Gooey Science K-2
Gym & Swim 2-7
July 5-8*
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Pioneers K-2
Discovery 1-3
Navigators 3-5
Adventure 5-8
Little Chefs K-2
Gym & Swim 2-7
July 11-15
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Pioneers K-2
Discovery 1-3
Navigators 3-5
Adventure 5-8
Frozen K-2
Gym & Swim 2-7
July 18-22
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Pioneers K-2
Discovery 1-3
Navigators 3-5
Adventure 5-8
Art-Rageous K-2
Kayak & Paddleboard 5-8
July 25-29
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Pioneers K-2
Discovery 1-3
Navigators 3-5
Adventure 5-8
Around the World K-2
Gym & Swim 2-7
August 1-5
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Pioneers K-2
Discovery 1-3
Navigators 3-5
Adventure 5-8
Tadpoles K-2
Fishing 3-7
August 8-12
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Pioneers K-2
Discovery 1-3
Navigators 3-5
Adventure 5-8
Rookie Sports K-2
Gym & Swim 2-7
August 15-19
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Traditional Camp K-8
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MAR FAMILY YMCA Arts & Performing Arts
Educational
Teen Specialty
Specialty
Sports
L.I.T.
Minecraft 1-7
Sports Galore 2-7
L.I.T. Training 8-12
Operation Invention 1-6
Jedi Masters K-5
Cheer 4-7
L.I.T. Fieldwork 8-12
Top Chef 3-7
Brixology 1-5
Pokemon K-6
Sports Galore 2-7
L.I.T. Training & Fieldwork 8-12
Hip Hop 2-7
Build Test Battle 1-7
Duct Tape Dynasty 2-6
Soccer 2-7
L.I.T. Fieldwork 8-12
Extreme Art 3-7
NASA Space Academy 1-6
Dodgeball & Gaga 2-7
Archery 3-8
L.I.T. Fieldwork 8-12
Jr. Lifeguard 9-12
Top Chef 3-7
Mad Science All Stars K-5
Minecraft 1-7
Gymnastics K-7
L.I.T. Fieldwork 8-12
Teen Extreme 8-12
The World of Dance 2-7
Yo Go Girl! 3-7
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles K-5
Track & Field K-12
L.I.T. Fieldwork 8-12
Recycle Art 3-7
Animal Adventure 2-7
Lego Builders 1-7
Y Olympics K-7
L.I.T. Fieldwork 8-12
Jr. Detective K-5
Laser Tag 2-7
Sports Galore 2-7
L.I.T. Fieldwork 8-12
Paintball 8-12
VolunTeen 8-12
For more information about Family Day Camps, turn to page 21!
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WHAT’S NEW THIS YEAR?
KAYAKING & PADDLEBOARDING • PAGE 23
BUILD TEST BATTLE • PAGE 24
TEEN EXTREME • PAGE 31 16
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SUMMER CAMP WISH LIST Camps I Want To Attend This Year...
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TRADITIONAL CAMPS TRADITIONAL CAMPS
Join Y Day Camp for a week, or an entire summer of fun! New experiences, skill building, a sense of community, and lasting friendships are all part of Traditional Day Camps. Trained camp leaders focus on caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all of our activities to maximize fun during the day! Set in the YMCA style of crazy activities and themes each week, your camper will participate in team building games, arts & crafts, science experiments, and more! Day campers will be divided into small groups by age, and will participate in activities appropriate to the interests and needs of their group.
2016 Camp Themes:
WEEK 1: Jungle Fever
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WEEK 2: Under the Sea WEEK 3: Stars & Stripes WEEK 4: Back in Time WEEK 5: Rockstar Mania WEEK 6: Game Show Fun WEEK 7: Be a Superhero WEEK 8: Medieval Times WEEK 9: Space Explorers WEEK 10: Aloha Luau PALOMAR FAMILY YMCA • 760-745-7490 • palomar.ymca.org
Pioneers
NEW!
Grades K - 2 • $170/$200* Week 1 - 9 • Palomar Family YMCA
Discovery
NEW!
Grades 1 -3 • $170/$200* Week 1 - 9 • Palomar Family YMCA
Single Day Grades K - 8 • $50/$59 Week 1 - 10 • Palomar Family YMCA Tailored specifically for families who need a partial week or just a single day, we have the perfect solution for you! Join our traditional camps and you’ll have the flexibility of having camp when you want it!
*Week 4 Price: $136/$160
Week 10 Traditional Grades K-8 • $170/$200 Week 10 • Palomar Family YMCA
TRADITIONAL TRAVEL CAMPS
Take camper adventures to the next level this summer! Build self-confidence, meet new friends, and have a blast while exploring San Diego. Get a thrill from activities such as sports, games, science experiments and arts & crafts, all while exploring exciting weekly themes. As if this isn’t enough, campers will take trips to different locations, and bring home stories to share.
Navigators
NEW!
Grades 3 - 5 • $195/$230** Week 1 - 9 • Palomar Family YMCA
Adventure
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Grades 5 - 8 • $195/$230** Week 1 - 9 • Palomar Family YMCA
**Week 4 Price: $156/$184
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CLUB 57 CAMPS
Specialty Camps specifically designed for children ages 5-7.
Around the World
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Grades K - 2 • $195/$230 Week 7 • Palomar Family YMCA
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Grades K - 2 • $195/$230 Week 6 • Palomar Family YMCA Take art to the next level! Campers will get creative, get messy, and have fun creating art by experimenting with different styles, medium, techniques, and colors.
Batman vs. Superman
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Grades K - 2 • $195/$230 Week 1 • Palomar Family YMCA Join the forces of Batman and Superman! Become a superhero and create superpowers of your own! Create your own superhero cape and learn magic tricks while battling the evil villains. Campers will create and explore their own Metropolis through games, crafts, and epic battles. You decide which superhero the world needs!
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Grades K - 2 • $195/$230 Week 5 • Palomar Family YMCA
Come learn and play as we experience the music, food, crafts, dance, and language of different cultures from around the world!
Art-Rageous
Frozen
Take time to chase the snowflakes and play along just like a Disney princess. Play in “snow,” sing loud, and experience the magic with this interactive frozen adventure.
Little Chefs
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Grades K - 2 • $156/$184 Week 4 • Palomar Family YMCA Feed that curiosity by enrolling your camper in this week-long adventure of learning the fundamentals of cooking. They will get hands-on experience working with different foods and recipes through the week. Preparing everything from appetizers to desserts. The week culminates with a picnic feast prepared by campers!
Little Gym & Swim
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Grades K - 2 • $195/$230 Week 2 • Palomar Family YMCA Campers will receive two and a half hours of ability specific instruction by expert YMCA gymnastic coaches each day plus swim time each afternoon.
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Rookie Sports
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Grades K - 2 • $195/$230 Week 9 • Palomar Family YMCA Does your child want to learn how to play sports like the pros? Learn and play sports like basketball, soccer, kickball, and football. Staff will provide a fun and engaging environment to let your camper develop their coordination, explore the sport, and learn new skills.
Ooey Gooey Science
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Grades K - 2 • $195/$230 Week 3 • Palomar Family YMCA Explore science using all the senses. Discover the fascinating creatures that live in our own environment, including some creepy crawlers. Go on a mini-dinosaur dig like a Paleontologist and take home projects daily that will amaze you!
Tadpoles
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Grades K - 2 • $195/$230 Week 8 • Palomar Family YMCA Campers will enjoy using our on-site pool to learn beginning water safety, water education, independent swimming and how to become comfortable in deeper water. Campers will receive three swim lessons during the week and experience fun water games. We’ll end the week with a pool party! This camp is designed for kids of all swimming abilities.
FAMILY DAY CAMPS Mommy & Me/ Mama Y Yo
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7 months - 12 years old • $60/$71 Week 1, 5, 9 • Palomar Family YMCA Come spend time with your family here at the Y! Moms, Dads, caregivers, and their children are welcome to join us for our brand NEW camp. We will provide a ½ day of enriching and fun activities for you and your children, including crafts, cooking, swim lessons, dance, games, and songs. Fee is per child (there is no cost for infants 6 months and under) and all adults are FREE. Moms, Dads, and caregivers must attend with their children and are responsible for supervision of children at all times. Camps are available in English and Spanish. PALOMAR FAMILY YMCA • 760-745-7490 • palomar.ymca.org
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ARTS & PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS Extreme Art
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Grades 3 - 7 • $195/$230 Week 5 • Palomar Family YMCA Take art to the next level! Campers will get creative, get messy, and have fun creating art by experimenting with different styles, medium, techniques, and colors.
Hip Hop Grades 2 - 7 • $156/$184 Week 4 • Palomar Family YMCA
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Grades 3 - 7 • $195/$230 Week 8 • Palomar Family YMCA Learn how to take something you might otherwise think is “trash” and turn it into an artistic treasure. Campers will find materials and learn how to repurpose them into works of art! They will have a new view on the many uses for common items such as old pieces of furniture, charcoal, leftover game pieces, recycled books, and hardware items such as nuts and bolts.
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Grades 2 - 7 • $195/$230 Week 7 • Palomar Family YMCA Campers will be introduced into a world of culture through engaging dance moves and routines. There will be a lesson each day in different dance disciplines, including ballet, tap, hip hop, rhythmic gymnastics, and jazz.
Top Chef
Come bust a move and learn the latest and greatest hip hop dance choreography. The week is jam packed with lessons that teach the fundamentals of dance and working together as a team. A dance show at the end of the week will show off your camper’s hard work in perfecting their rhythm, style and coordination.
Recycle Art
The World of Dance
Grades 3 - 7 • $195/$230 Week 3 & 6 • Palomar Family YMCA Whether your camper is interested in becoming a head chef or simply a maker of a mean pesto sauce, this is a wonderful opportunity to expose your child to new foods that encourage them to expand their culinary palates and can serve as an idea entrée to culinary pursuits. Campers will have a guided lesson in kitchen safety and cooking techniques while making delicious and healthy foods.
SPLASH CAMPS Fishing
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Grades 3 - 7 • $280/$330 Week 8 • Palomar Family YMCA Campers will have the opportunity to learn everything that goes into fishing; from casting and knot tying to reeling in a fish and even making your own lures! We will be taking three days to actually test out their newly learned skills with 2 days of lake fishing and one day of deep sea fishing at the end of the week. Family members are welcome to join in on our deep-sea trip for an additional charge per person.
Kayaking & Paddleboarding
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Grades 5 - 8 • $280/$330 Week 6 • Palomar Family YMCA Join us as we explore the fun of people-powered watercrafts! Campers will begin by learning and practicing their skills on the crafts in our on-site pool, along with learning basic water safety. The camp fun continues with several trips to the lake or ocean to practice newly learned skills on open water. Join us for a fun filled week of games, boat safety, and building your confidence around water!
Gym & Swim Grades 2 - 7 • $195/$230* Weeks 1-5, 7, 9 • Palomar Family YMCA Campers will receive two and a half hours of ability specific instruction by expert YMCA gymnastic coaches each day plus swim time each afternoon. In addition, campers will get to make arts and crafts, play games, participate in skits, and sing songs. *Week 4 Price: $156/$184
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EDUCATIONAL CAMPS Animal Adventure
Jr. Detective
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Grades K - 5 • $280/$330 Week 9 • Palomar Family YMCA
Grades 2 - 7 • $195/$230 Week 8 • Palomar Family YMCA Join us for a week of wildlife adventures and become an animal expert! Campers will encounter the animals at places in and around Escondido, be visited by a local animal expert, and take a trip to the Safari Park.
Brixology
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Grades 1 - 5 • $280/$330 Week 3 • Palomar Family YMCA This summer put your hard hat on and step into the shoes of an engineer. Campers will learn about aerospace, mechanical, automotive, structural and nautical engineering. Through hands on construction projects using LEGO bricks, teams will complete engineering projects of varying difficulty levels. Learn about aerospace while assembling a space station, explore mechanics while building vehicles, and discover nature’s secrets while investigating bio mimicry. Let the tinkering begin!
Build Test Battle
Become a Jr. Detective and take a fascinating journey into the world of detection, forensics, and classified information. Learn code language to send secret messages as part of your mission. Go undercover and decode messages from other agents using your top-secret clearance. Use special spyglasses to help learn about surveillance and the important role it plays in security. Take home projects include a secret code breaker, undercover observer, whodunit kit, scene solver, spyglasses and more!
Mad Science All Stars Grades K - 5 • $280/$330 Week 6 • Palomar Family YMCA Follow in the footsteps as we equip campers with the science skills needed to rise to the top. Build super structures, create a volcanic eruption and examine rocks formed from volcanic magma. Soar high above as you build a kite and experiment with lift, aerodynamics and air pressure.
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Grades 1 - 7 • $224/$264 Week 4 • Palomar Family YMCA
Campers will engineer and construct their own large-scale catapults to test in a launch completion at the end of the week. Materials provided and fun encouraged! Ready, set…build, test, and battle!
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NASA Space Academy
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Grades 1 - 6 • $280/$330 Week 5 • Palomar Family YMCA Mad Science and NASA have teamed up to bring you the excitement and wonder of space! This is your chance to be a rocket scientist! Explore the science involved in rocket construction as you build your own rocket. Use teamwork to complete an important space mission. Explore the farthest reaches of our solar system and create a lunar eclipse. This stellar camp is your ticket to the stars!
You Go Girl!
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Grades 3 - 7 • $195/$230 Week 7 • Palomar Family YMCA Be a better you! Join other girls for a week of empowerment by learning self-defense, nutrition, Zumba, yoga, and basic principles of working out. Campers will be coached on tips and tricks to building and maintaining positive self-esteem, confidence, and self-respect. We will end the week with a spa day together!
Operation Invention Grades 1 - 6 • $280/$330 Week 2 • Palomar Family YMCA The next great inventor could be your little camper! Each day, campers will explore the amazing inventions of Da Vinci, Edison, and the Wright Brothers. With a little bit of ingenuity, campers will be challenged to recreate some of the most important and exciting inventions of all time; including bridges, circuits and light bulbs! Next, they’ll overcome a series of challenges using basic materials, tips from famous inventors and the most important tool of all, their minds!
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SPECIALTY CAMPS Dodgeball & Gaga
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Grades 2 - 7 • $195/$230 Week 5 • Palomar Family YMCA Gaga and Dodgeball extravaganza! We have combined two of the greatest activities to create the ultimate camp. Your camper will play crazy versions of Gaga and Dodgeball that will have them working up a sweat and having the best week ever!
Duct Tape Dynasty NEW! Grades 2 - 6 • $156/$184 Week 4 • Palomar Family YMCA Fix things, hem things and create things with duct tape. We will build wallets, book covers, flowers, models, hats, and more! Making things has never been this much fun.
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Jedi Masters
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Grades K - 5 • $195/$230 Week 2 • Palomar Family YMCA Come to the Y’s Jedi Training Academy! May the fun be with you! Enter our fantasy training camp and earn the protection of the force. Camper will participate in light saber training, Jedi outfit manufacturing, and the epic battle between good and evil.
Laser Tag
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Grades 2 - 7 • $260/$306 Week 9 • Palomar Family YMCA Enjoy a week of laser tag madness. Campers will visit a local, multi-level laser tag facility and be transported into a futuristic fun zone! Campers will develop teamwork and leadership skills as staff assists in game strategies. Campers will play a couple of games per day and participate in camp activities at a park the remainder of the day. You can’t escape the fun in this camp!
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LEGO Builders
Pokemon
Grades 1 - 7 • $195/$230 Week 8 • Palomar Family YMCA
Grades K - 6 • $195/$230 Week 3 • Palomar Family YMCA
Your little camper will learn the basics of architecture and engineering while engaged in various LEGO building activities. Campers will engage in friendly competition to encourage creativity and good sportsmanship. Let the LEGO craze begin!
Minecraft Grades 1 - 7 • $205/$242 Week 1 & 6 • Palomar Family YMCA Dive into the world of Minecraft! Campers will create their own structures, explore, gather resources, craft and battle the Nether. During the week, campers will get to spend time playing Minecraft in the state-of-the-art game truck, and then take their skills into the real world, building hideouts and battling monsters!
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Welcome to the camp of all things Pokemon! Campers will explore fun on the run and play fun Pokemon activities while learning the basics about the game. Campers will enhance their skills while strategizing and learning to identify Pokemon and understanding type matchups. Gotta’ catch ‘em all!
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
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Grades K - 5 • $195/$230 Week 7 • Palomar Family YMCA Cowabunga, you radical ninjas! Join this bodacious camp that mixes ninja training, radical crafts, and solving crimes. Your ninja turtles will come home every day excited about the ninja power they experienced. Turtle in a half shell, turtle power!
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SPORTS CAMPS Archery
Cheer
Grades 3 - 8 • $250/$295 Week 5 • Palomar Family YMCA
Grades 4 - 7 • $195/$230 Week 2 • Palomar Family YMCA
Learn how to properly shoot a bow and arrow with our archery experts! Campers will be taught proper archery technique and equipment handling for 2 hours a day (all equipment included). Campers will have the opportunity to pop balloons, shoot a variety of targets, learn different styles of shooting, and meet new friends through team games. The remaining portion of the day will include fun-filled group games, crafts, sports, and challenges.
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Join this camp to learn choreographed routines, chants and cheers from our qualified staff. Campers will work on their technique, conditioning, rhythm and form and show off their talent at the end of the week with a cheer show!
Gymnastics Grades K - 7 • $195/$230 Week 6 • Palomar Family YMCA Campers will receive two and a half hours of ability specific instruction by expert YMCA gymnastic coaches each day. In addition, campers will get to make arts and crafts, play games, participate in skits, and sing songs throughout the week.
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Soccer
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Grades 2 - 7 • $156/$184 Week 4 • Palomar Family YMCA Soccer camp is a great place for campers to learn the sport for the first time or to sharpen their existing skills. In this recreational camp, our staff will emphasize skill building through drills, group games, scrimmages, and teamwork. Off the field, campers will participate in crafts, group games, swimming and other camp activities. Families are all invited to the final scrimmage on Friday.
Track & Field Grades K - 12 • $280/$330 Week 7 • Palomar Family YMCA
A great camp for the Olympic summer! National Champion and 25-year Coach Todd Nash will teach campers. Campers will learn the basics in the javelin, high jump, long jump, sprinting, hurdling, relays, discus, and shot put. Implements are designed and appropriate to the campers’ age and size for all events. We will end the week with a meet on Friday!
Sports Galore
Y Olympics
Grades 2 - 7 • $195/$230 Week 1, 3, 9 • Palomar Family YMCA
Grades K - 7 • $195/$230 Week 8 • Palomar Family YMCA
Campers will engage in team-based games to foster collaboration and good sportsmanship. Each day will focus on a different sport such as soccer, basketball, football, dodge ball, and even a day of rock climbing.
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Become a YMCA Olympian! Explore some of the sports that are included in this year’s 2016 Olympics. Our expert camp staff will lead campers every day in a new sport, including volleyball, gymnastics, rugby, swimming, track and field and more. Join us on our path to Rio! We will end the week with our own medal ceremony.
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LEADERS IN TRAINING (L.I.T.) Within this program, teens learn leadership, group management skills, child development basics, and policies and procedures in relation to working with youth. Interacting with campers and representing the Y requires a certain level of professionalism and maturity. For this reason, the fieldwork program is selective. Upon completion of the L.I.T. course, teens will be invited to participate in the fieldwork program. L.I.T.s are required to follow the same dress code and expectations as our camp staff; these expectations will be detailed during the training course. L.I.T.s may also receive a letter demonstrating their 35 hours of community service for each week of fieldwork they complete!
L.I.T. Training
L.I.T. Fieldwork
Grades 8 - 12 • $195/$230 Week 1 & 3 • Palomar Family YMCA
Grades 8 - 12 • $60/$71* Week 2 - 9 • Palomar Family YMCA
Want to become a camp counselor? This summer program is both fun and challenging and you will gain leadership skills while working with children. Our L.I.T. program focuses on the personal and vocational skills that will assist you in becoming successful future leaders. This one-week training session includes topics such as child development, camp leadership, group games, supervision, planning and administration, public speaking and presentations, interviewing skills, first aid, CPR certification and a variety of other useful life skills!
The Fieldwork program is an opportunity for the L.I.T.s to use their leadership skills in the field of camp and enjoy rewards of working with the Y’s incredible staff team. L.I.T.s will experience various camp programs, assist in the daily operations of camp and receive valuable on-the-job experience that will help build a strong foundation for either a recreational or childcare career. Specific camp placements depend on L.I.T. skill sets and camp availability. L.I.T.s MUST complete and pass the training course before registering for the fieldwork program. *Week 4 Price: $48/$57
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TEEN CAMPS Jr. Lifeguard
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Grades 9 - 12 • $195/$230 Week 5 • Palomar Family YMCA Do you want to learn how to save someone’s life? Campers will learn all about what it takes to be a lifeguard! They will earn certifications in First Aid and CPR, and will be taught various techniques for rescuing swimmers in distress. If you can swim, you can be a Jr. Lifeguard!
Paintball
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Grades 8 - 12 • $280/$330 Week 2 • Palomar Family YMCA Teens will travel to a local paintball park 3 days during the week for an ultimate paintball experience including 3-3 ½ hours of paintball per day, depending on travel time. All teens should wear pants and shoes with excellent traction. Gloves are recommended and are not provided. Coveralls, facemasks and all paintball equipment will be provided. Safety conscious referees will be present during all paintballing. Please note extra clothing is advised to provide additional padding.
Teen Extreme
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Grades 8 - 12 • $280/$330 Week 6 • Palomar Family YMCA Join campers your own age for the adventure of a lifetime! Come with us as we explore the many teen-focused activities available in our area. Trips include travel to play ultimate Frisbee, rock climbing, Foot Golf, and an outdoor excursion in the forest. Be prepared for the extreme!
VolunTeen
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Grades 8 - 12 • $195/$230 Week 8 • Palomar Family YMCA This empowering camp will give teens the opportunity to engage with the community for a better cause. At the end of the week campers will receive a letter of completion of 20 hours of community service.
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GET YOUR SWIM ON! There’s a Reason Why the YMCA has been referred to as America’s Favorite Swim Instructor! We believe the ability to swim is a critical life skill. We use a variety of fun methods to help everyone overcome fears, build confidence in the water, learn water safety and develop skills that last a lifetime. Benefits of Learning to Swim at the Y: • • • •
Low instructor to student ratios in every class! Convenient scheduling for parents! Private one-on-one lessons available! All swimmers are divided by age and skill level allowing them to excel!
What Kind of Lessons Do We Offer? We offer a variety of lessons for every age and level: • • • • •
MEMBER BENEFIT: FREE Parent-Child Lessons Preschool Lessons (3-5 years old) Progressive Lessons (6-15 years old) Adult Swim Lessons (16+ years old) Private Swim Lessons
REGISTER FOR SWIM LESSONS: In order to register for swim lessons, you may choose any of the methods listed below. A medical release/liability waiver must be submitted during the registration process. All enrollments are subject to availability and registrations are not guaranteed.
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Member Benefit! Register online: palomar.ymca.org
*There are no make-up classes, credits, or refunds once a session has begun.*
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Parental Involvement: We encourage parents to take time after class to talk positively about your child’s experience. Practice during family or swim time helps to reinforce skills learned during lessons. Parents watching swim lessons from the pool deck will help promote the child’s independence and will allow them to focus on the task at hand. Evaluations are available on the last day of class. Staff/Participant Ratios The following are ratios implemented for YMCA swim lessons: Parent-Child Lessons 1:12 Minnows/Fish 1:8 Preschool Lessons 1:6 Flying Fish/Shark 1:8 Polliwogs & Guppies 1:6 Adult Lessons 1:12 Helpful Parent Tips: • Do not feed your child for at least 30 minutes prior to their swim lesson. This will help prevent cramping and sickness during lessons. • Goggles are not a requirement unless they are at the level of stroke work and swimming at distances further than 10 feet at a time. If your child is more comfortable with goggles in the water, we recommend goggles without the nose piece to ensure child will learn appropriate breathing techniques. • Hair should be pulled back and away from the face. • Wet suits and rash guards can be beneficial for children that tend to get cold. We keep our pool heated to 82 degrees year-round.
JOIN THE PALOMAR YMCA PALY PENGUIN SWIM TEAM! The Palomar YMCA Paly Penguin Swim Team is comprised of three levels: Pre-team, Intermediate and Advanced. We strive to build endurance, self-confidence, and team camaraderie in a fun and safe environment. For more information, contact the Aquatics Director at 760-745-7490. Fees for Swim Team: Member Participant Pre-Team................................ $75.................. $94 Intermediate.......................... $55.................. $65 Advanced............................... $68................. $80
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SWIM LESSONS FREE PARENT-CHILD LESSONS - 6-36 MONTHS MEMBER BENEFIT: This FREE class is designed for beginners and toddlers. Children will be taught comfort in a swimming pool with a focus on developing basic swimming skills such as floating, kicking, paddling, blowing bubbles, and breath control. Children will also learn how to interact with an instructor and become accustomed to a swim lesson environment. Children that advance will begin to focus on skill retention and having the ability to perform skills on their own. Children will learn paddling, kicking, breath control, jumping, and eventually independent floating and swimming. *Participants are required to wear tight fitting plastic pants or swim diapers while in the pool. Adults must accompany their child in the pool.
PRESCHOOL LESSONS | 3 -5 YEARS OLD Pikes This class is designed for those participants with very little swimming ability. Children will work toward accomplishing kicking, front and back floating, breath control, and independent swimming.
Eels This class is designed for children who can swim 5-10 feet independently with their face in the water. Participants will work toward accomplishing breathing techniques, coordination of the front crawl stroke, kicking on their front as well as their back, deep water adjustment.
Rays This class is designed for children who can swim on their back and who are learning to coordinate the front crawl stroke with side breathing. Participants will work towards accomplishing rotary breathing, backstroke, treading water and deep water swimming.
Starfish This class is designed for participants who can swim the front and back crawl stroke across the width of the pool. Participants will work on elementary backstroke, breaststroke, and diving.
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FEES PER SESSION FOR PRESCHOOL LESSONS Pikes, Eels, Rays & Starfish These classes are designed for participants 3-5 years of age. Classes may be combined to meet the varied enrollment. Parents must accompany their child to class and remain in the Aquatic Center for the duration of the class. 30 minute classes. MONTH
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SESSION DATES
FEES PER SESSION
May
1 1 1
M/W/F T/TH SAT
5/2 - 5/27 5/3 - 5/26 5/7 - 5/28
$87 | $108 $58 | $72 $29 | $39
June
2 2 2
M/W/F T/TH SAT
6/1 - 6/27 6/2 - 6/28 6/4 - 6/25
$87 | $108 $58 | $72 $29 | $39
July
3* 3 3
M/W/F T/TH SAT
7/6 - 7/29 7/5 - 7/28 7/9 - 7/30
$79 | $99 $58 | $72 $29 | $39
August
4 4 4
M/W/F T/TH SAT
8/1 - 8/26 8/2 - 8/25 8/6 - 8/27
$87 | $108 $58 | $72 $29 | $39
*Lessons have been prorated to reflect holiday schedules.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS Great for participants 6 months of age and older who desire individual instruction. For more information and dates/times of lessons, please visit our Welcome Center. Fees for Private Lessons: Members..............................$20 per lesson Participants.........................$30 per lesson Additional Participants.......$10 per person
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SWIM LESSONS PROGRESSIVE CLASSES | 6 - 15 YEARS OLD Polliwog This class is designed for those individuals with very little swimming ability. Participants will work toward accomplishing front and back floating, kicking, independent swimming, and comfort in deep water.
Guppy This class is designed for those participants who are learning to swim the crawl stroke with their face in the water. Individuals will work toward accomplishing rotary breathing with the front crawl, back crawl, underwater swimming and deep water confidence.
Minnow This class is designed for participants who can swim one length of the pool performing the front crawl stroke with rotary breathing. Participants must also have a good working knowledge of the back crawl. Children will work toward accomplishing the breaststroke, elementary backstroke, endurance and water safety skills.
Fish This class is designed for those participants who can swim two lengths of the pool. Participants will work toward accomplishing the sidestroke, dolphin kick, and basic lifesaving skills. The front crawl stroke, backstroke, breaststroke and elementary backstroke continue to be perfected.
Flying Fish This class is designed for those participants who can swim two lengths of the pool. At this level, participants should be able to swim four lengths of the pool. Swimmers will begin to learn the butterfly stroke and will continue to learn lifesaving skills. The front crawl, backstroke, breast stroke and side stroke will continue to be perfected.
Shark This is the final class before participants are ready for our swim team. Swimmers should be able to swim 4 lengths of the pool for both freestyle and backstroke. Participants will continue to perfect their breaststroke and elementary backstroke and will begin to perfect the butterfly stroke.
ADULT LESSONS | 16+ YEARS OLD For ages 16+ years old, it’s never too late to take swim lessons or to improve on what you already know! Adult swim lessons are priced out the same for progressive lessons.
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FEES PER SESSION FOR PROGRESSIVE/ADULT LESSONS Polliwog, Guppy, Minnow, Fish, Flying Fish, Shark & Adult These classes are designed for participants 6-15 years of age. Progressive classes may be combined to meet the varied enrollment. Parents must accompany their child to class and remain in the Aquatic Center for the duration of the class. 40 minute classes. MONTH
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SESSION DATES
FEES PER SESSION
May
1 1 1
M/W/F T/TH SAT
5/2 - 5/27 5/3 - 5/26 5/7 - 5/28
$115 | $144 $77 | $96 $39 | $52
June
2 2 2
M/W/F T/TH SAT
6/1 - 6/27 6/2 - 6/28 6/4 - 6/25
$115 | $144 $77 | $96 $39 | $52
July
3* 3 3
M/W/F T/TH SAT
7/6 - 7/29 7/5 - 7/28 7/9 - 7/30
$106 | $132 $77 | $96 $39 | $52
August
4 4 4
M/W/F T/TH SAT
8/1 - 8/26 8/2 - 8/25 8/6 - 8/27
$115 | $144 $77 | $96 $39 | $52
*Lessons have been prorated to reflect holiday schedules.
CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY! We offer weekend birthday parties for your child’s (ages 1-12) special day! All of our parties include a host, a party room and your choice of activities. Options include: • Pool Party • Deluxe Pool Party (more time!) • Deluxe Pool and Tumble Party • Dance or Tumble Party
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