2023 Aquatic Center Youth Programs

MEET THE STAFF: Boating Safety Instructors

Instructors are selected for their boating safety background, skills, and enthusiasm. Each instructor has gone through intensive training. Certifications can include CPR, First Aid Lifeguard training, and California Boating Safety Certificates. Specific certifications may apply in the different disciplines (i.e., US Sailing Instructor, US Rowing Instructor, AWSA Water Ski Instructor Level 1, and American Red Cross Canoe Certification). The instructors work under the supervision of each program director. We recognize professional supervision as being necessary for smooth running programs. Applications are available online.

WATER SAFETY & HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

ALL CAMPERS MUST:

• Be of sound health, with no specific ailments, injuries or disabilities that would affect their ability to have a safe experience.

• Be able to complete a swim test on the first day of camp.

• Wear PFD’s (Personal Flotation Devices). PFD’s will be issued for use and are required at all times when the campers are on the water or on the surrounding docks.

• Campers may choose to wear their own personal, properly fitted, and US Coast Guard approved PFD. Lifejackets will be provided for all campers.

Remember

Clothing and Supplies:

Clothing and Supplies Section; Some additional clothing and supplies may be needed, such as: aquatic shoes with heal straps, towel, sunblock, sweatshirt, ice chest, and water ski gloves (Water Ski camp only).

Wear proper shoes with a heel strap such as Teva sandals (bare feet are not permitted!)

The Aquatic Center offers different BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES

Beach Bonanza Paddlers Paradise

2 1

3 hour use of party area including:

• Activities for up to 12 children.

• Swimming and water activities.

• Use of wiggle boards.

• 1 lifeguard certified instructor.

• 1 defroster/ice breaker game.

• Life jackets and equipment for all.

• Use of a facility rental area.

3

$300

$360 kayaks

$380 Stand Up Paddle Boards

Extreme Challenge

3 hour use of party area including:

• Activities for up to 12 children.

• 1 lifeguard certified instructor.

• Water and land based relays & team building games.

• Use of the W.E.T. challenge course. See pg. 4 – 5 for activities*

• Life jackets and equipment for all.

• Use of a facility rental area.

*LIMITED AVAILIBILITY ON WEEKENDS

3 hour use of party area including

• Activities for up to 12 children.

• Paddle instruction & lake trip.

• 1 lifeguard certified instructor.

• Life jackets and equipment for all.

• 1 defroster/ice breaker game.

• Use of a facility rental area.

$420

For more details and sign-up link

Additional Information

• Parties with more than 12 kids will require an additional lifeguard at $30/hr.

• $20 for each additional child.

• Children under 4 – no charge.

• Parents are not included in the activities, but may rent equipment separately.

• The Aquatic Center does not provide catering; food may be brought into the facility.

Bring your Group

TO THE AQUATIC CENTER!

Our youth groups are designed for elementary to high school field trips or other organized groups such as Girl/Boy Scouts, church groups, home school activities, and community recreation groups. The average length of time for a youth group is 4 hours, but can range from 2-6 hours in length. The paddle trip and activities will vary depending on the age of participants, group size, and weather. Specific activities can be requested by your group when making the reservation. If your group would like to have access to our WET course as one of the activities there is an extra charge of $5 per participant. We strive to provide the best experience possible for each and every group that visits the Sac State Aquatic Center. When making your reservation we will work with you to tailor your event to meet your needs and requests.

POSSIBLE ACTIVITIES: Kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, sailboat rides, and land-based team challenges.

RESERVATIONS WILL INCLUDE:

• Lifeguard Certified Instructors to lead all activities

• All equipment/boats included

• Paddle trip on Lake Natoma

• Other water/land activities

• Use of picnic area and BBQ

• Lifejackets for all participants

TEAM BUILDING On The Water!

Water Enrichment Training, or W.E.T., is the Sacramento State Aquatic Center’s version of a team build on the water. Our team building events are designed for corporate training days, competitive teams, leadership groups, high school or college field trips, and family reunions. All of the activities in our team builds are designed to promote communication and teamwork while overcoming personal challenges and having a great time on the water. The average team build is 3 hours, but can range from 1-4 hours. The reservation will include lifeguard certified facilitators to lead all activities, water and land based team challenges, relay races, W.E.T. challenge course, beach picnic area and barbeque, life jackets, and equipment. We strive to provide the best experience possible for each and every group that visits the Sac State Aquatic Center. When making your reservation we will work with you to tailor your event to meet your needs and requests.

POSSIBLE ACTIVITIES: Blind-folded kayaking, lily pads, tension traverse, stand up paddle race, helium hula hoop, bucket brigade, wiggle race, fidget ladder, photo scavenger hunt, dizzy lizzy race, and much more.

Minimum: 10

2 hours $30.00 per person

3 hours $40.00 per person

4 hours $50.00 per person

SUMMER AQUATIC CAMPS

Spring Break #1 .............................

March 20 - 23

Spring Break #2 ...................................

Hello Summer Camp .................

April 3 - 6

May 30 - June 1

Summer Camp Week #1 ......................

Summer Camp Week #2 ..................

Summer Camp Week #3 ..................

June 5 - 9

June 12 - 16

June 19 - 23

Summer Camp Week #4 ....................

June 26-30

Patriotic Camp .......................................

Summer Camp Week #5 ...................

Summer Camp Week #6 ...................

Summer Camp Week #7 ...................

Summer Camp Week #8 ........

July 5 - 7

July 10 - 14

July 17 - 21

July 24 - 28

July 31 - August 4

Summer Camp Week #9 .....................

Aug 7 - 11

So Long Summer Camp Week #10 ... Aug 14 - 17

Activities for various camps include: Sailing, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Motorboat Safety, Water Skiing, Wakeboarding, Jet Skiing, Rowing, Stand Up Paddling, White Water Rafting, Challenge Course

Camper must provide lunch, refillable water bottle and sunscreen.

For more details and sign-up link

It is recommended that parents drop off their campers at the Aquatic Center between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. (Camp instruction begins at 8:30 a.m.) Summer camp instruction ends at 3:30 p.m.

Summer Camp

Monday Morning Check-In:

WHAT TO EXPECT!

Check-in will be located in our circle drive, just east of our parking lots, from 7:30 to 8:00 a.m. Advised parent drop off is between 8:00 – 8:30 am for the rest of the week. Please be patient when waiting for your child to be checked in. We need to check in every child individually to make sure that they are properly placed in a group. We try to be as fast and efficient as possible, however, you should still allow extra time on Monday morning. Be prepared to sign your child in for camp every morning.

To help the morning run more smoothly, parents can do the following:

• Please download the camper packet for each of your campers from the Aquatic Center website. Make sure that the packets are completely filled out. The release form must be signed with emergency phone numbers included, contacts and medical information must be completed.

• Make sure your child has already applied their sun block and they are prepared with a lunch and plenty of water.

• Have the camp balance paid ahead of time. We require that the balance is paid a week before camp starts.

Daily:

After the first day, you will still need to check in your child in the mornings. Advised parent drop off is 8:00 – 8:30 am. Camp begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. If the child is not here, we will call you. If you know that you will be late or missing a day, please let us know at (916) 278-2842. Ice cream is sold daily from 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ($1.00 - $3.75)

Check-Out:

Camp instruction and clean up is over at 3:30 p.m. Advised parent pick up is between 3:30 and 4:00 p.m. at the inner circle drive. Children must be picked up by 4:30 p.m. Your child must be signed out every afternoon. The campers are not allowed to leave on their own or wait at the front of the Aquatic Center alone. This is for their safety! If your child is in a carpool we must have written permission.

What to Bring:

Sun block, lip balm, beach towel, bathing suit, t-shirt, shorts, hat or visor, aquatic shoes with a heel strap such as Teva sandals (bare feet are not permitted!), water bottle, sack lunch, sweats for cool weather, sunglasses with floaties or a neck strap, ski gloves for Water Ski Campers, optional bike helmet for Adventure Campers, lunch, and refillable water bottles. It is helpful if the campers bring all of their belongings in a labeled tote bag or small ice chest. The Aquatic Center is not responsible for lost or stolen articles so please label all of their belongings. We look forward to seeing you on the water!

Spring Break CAMP*

MARCH 20th – 23rd • APRIL 3rd – 6th

Monday – Thursday • 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cost: $290 • Ages: 7-17

Instruction & activities include: Sailing • Windsurfing Canoeing • Kayaking

Hello Summer CAMP*

MAY 3Oth – JUNE 1st

Tuesday – Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cost: $245 • Ages: 7-17

Instruction & activities include: Sailing • Windsurfing • Canoeing • Kayaking

Patriotic CAMPS*

All Camps: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cost: $235 (3 Day Basic Camp) • Cost: $175 (2 Day Camps)

These camps are a condensed version of our basic aquatic camp.

“MINI” CAMP” Basic: July 5th - 7th

“MINI” CAMP” Sailing: July 6th - 7th

Afterschool CAMP

Monday – Friday • 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Cost: $200 • Ages: 7-17

A condensed version of basic camp offered during our summer sessions.

Weeks Offered: Summer sessions #1 - #9 (excluding Hello Summer and Patriotic)

So Long Summer CAMP

AUGUST 14th - 17th

Monday -Thursday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm • Cost $335 Campers ages 7-17

Instruction & Activities include: Sailing • Windsurfing • Kayaking Canoeing • Stand up Paddling

For more details and sign-up link

Basic Camp

Cost: $410 Campers receive a free T-shirt!

BASIC CAMP includes: SAILING , WINDSURFING, CANOEING, KAYAKING & BOATING SAFETY Each day children will participate in a different water sport. Not only will children learn the basic nuts and bolts of these water activities but more importantly, boating safety. Most serious accidents on the water happen because people lack boating safety education. Morning classroom instruction accompanies all water activities so the children obtain the knowledge and safety skills they need before they continue out on the water with hands-on instruction. Children should wear sandals with heel straps, dress in layers, bring a sack lunch, refillable water bottle, and SUNSCREEN!

GUPPIES 7 Yr Olds

STARFISH ...... 8 Yr Olds

TURTLES ....... 9 Yr Olds

DOLPHINS .. 10 Yr Olds

Sailing:

SEALS.............11 Yr Olds

STINGRAYS.... 12 Yr Olds

SHARKS .... 13-17 Yr Olds

This day is designed for youth with little to no experience who need to start at the beginning, as well as for those who have moderate sailing experience and can use a refresher. Time is spent in classroom sessions followed by on-the-water practice.

Windsurfing:

This activity is designed to familiarize campers with the fundamentals of windsurfing which include rigging, terminology, body position, steering, and wind knowledge. We utilize the latest in teaching techniques with on-land simulators, wide boards for greater stability and many sail sizes to accommodate campers of different sizes and abilities. Campers will spend most of the day on the water learning this challenging but rewarding activity.

Canoeing:

This day of camp will give students the skills needed to navigate a canoe across the lake safely and effectively. We will teach: paddling strokes, balance, safety and rescue. The serenity of Lake Natoma provides an excellent setting for this enjoyable sport.

Kayaking:

This day is designed for the youth with little or no kayaking experience. Basic fundamentals taught will include proper boat handling, body positioning, strokes, recoveries, water safety, and equipment care. Campers will tour beautiful Lake Natoma in sit-on-top kayaks.

For more details and sign-up link

CAMPERS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR PFD ’ S AT ALL TIMES!

BOATING SAFETY OLYMPICS

Most serious boating accidents involve motor boats. Proper care and handling of equipment are essential for safe and enjoyable boating. Classroom time is essential on Friday. The California Division of Boating and Waterways Safety Exam is given to every summer camper. The campers participate in our “Boating Safety Olympics” every Friday morning after classroom education. Awards are also presented to outstanding campers. For a fun challenge, there will be a variety of activities on Fridays: Team Raft Building; Sailing Races; Kayak Relays; Canoe Tug of War; Kayak; Water Polo. (Activities will vary each week).

Family NIGHT

COME PREPARED TO GET WET!

On Thursdays, from 3:30 - 6:00 p.m., parents and family members may participate in their camper’s experience. This is a chance for your child to show off some newly acquired skills. Family members may participate by going canoeing, kayaking, and windsurfing with their child. At 4:15 p.m. a video will be shown to the families of our wakeboarders, water skiers, and rowers.

SAILING CAMP

Recommended Prerequisite: 1 week of Basic Camp

Ages: 10-17

Weeks Offered: #1 - #9

Cost: $410

An advanced sailing camp where students will use Lasers, Picos, Quests, Qubas, and keelboats. This week long program will cover areas in rigging, sail trim, boat handling, and racing. Skills will be achieved on the water through drills, games and races.

For more details and sign-up link

Campout!

An Overnight Campout* immediately following Family Night (Thursday evening) is offered Weeks #2, #4, #6, & #8 ONLY. Campers will receive a spaghetti dinner, followed by a twilight kayaking trip up Lake Natoma and s’mores by the campfire to end the night. Campers will then get to sleep under the stars on the lawn and wake up to participate in another fun filled day of camp! The campout also includes a homemade pancake breakfast and the Friday afternoon BBQ* cooked by AC Staff. This campout is optional and is an additional $70.00 per camper if they would like to participate.

Perfecting the capsize drill

Ages: 12-17

Weeks Offered: #2, #4, #6, #8

Cost: $460

PADDLE CAMP

Prerequisite: Must be at least 12 years old.

Campers will participate in the following activities: rowing, canoeing, stand up paddling, plus a kayak trip on the Lower American River. Camp also includes a white water raft trip on the Upper American River.

Day 1 Kayaking Flat water, introduction to river boats, and canoe handling

Day 2 Olympic Rowing on Lake Natoma

Day 3 Kayaking on the Lower American River

Day 4 White Water Rafting the South Fork of the American River and SUP Day 5 Field trip in morning; boating safety adventure race in afternoon

Ages: 13-17

Weeks Offered: #2, #4, #6, #8

Cost: $475

ADVENTURE CAMP

Prerequisite: Must be at least 13 years old.

This camp is for the teenage crowd only! Includes: One day of sailing and/or rowing; a day of kayaking down the lower American River, a white water raft trip down the South Fork of the American River, and stand-up paddling. The final day is a teenage adventure race and team building.

Day 1 Olympic Rowing on Lake Natoma and Team Building

Day 2 Sailing and Windsurfing

Day 3 Kayaking on the Lower American River

Day 4 White Water Rafting on the South Fork of the American River and Challenge Course

Day 5 Stand Up Paddle trip on Lake Natoma and boating safety adventure race

For more details and sign-up link

WAKEBOARD & WATER SKI MINI CAMP*

Prerequisite: Must be at least 9 years old. Ages: 9 -17

2 Day Camp • Cost: $300

The wakeboarding / water skiing minicamp is two days of instruction. YouthSki

This course is designed for students of all abilities; from the beginner who has never boarded or skied to the intermediate who wants to keep up with the newest techniques. Taught by AWSA trained drivers and instructors.

** The Mini Water Ski & Wakeboard Camps will take place on Folsom Lake. Folsom Lake Drop off and Pick up will be required, as the Instructors will meet campers at the lake.

For more details and sign-up link

PERSONAL WATER CRAFT “Jet Skiing”

This camp will return SUMMER 2024!

There is no better way to spend the afternoon than riding along on a Kawasaki Jet Ski with the wind in your face, adrenaline pumping through your body, and the assurance of safety. This class is designed to educate watercraft users about safety, care, and operation on various waterways. The class consists of a 2 hour classroom lecture and 3 hours of practicaloperation on Folsom Lake. In accordance with California State Law, the minimum age for this class is 12 years. Children between 12 and 16 years of age may participate only if accompanied by an adult with CA Boater card.

3 HOURS

A NIGHT OF WATER SKIING, WAKEBOARDING, & KNEEBOARDING WITH MOM, DAD & THE KIDS!

Family Night

Ask us about our family water ski and wakeboard night on Folsom Lake! We welcome all levels of ability! Enjoy a relaxing evening with the family and let us do the driving. Wakeboard and Water Ski lessons are scheduled starting at 3:30 p.m. Monday – Friday and concluded a half hour before dusk.

Cost: $300 (Up to three kids)

$50.00 Non–refundable Deposit

Fill out a request form: www.sacstateaquaticcenter.com

Beginner Olympic Rowing CAMP

Prerequisite: Must be at least 12 years old.

Ages: 12-17

Weeks Offered: #1-9. Cost: $410 This camp is designed for the beginning/ novice rower. It teaches safety, boat control, proper care of equipment, and correct rowing technique. Students will learn to row in a single shell and 4’s and 8’s. This camp is great for campers with a possible interest in high school rowing.

For more details and sign-up link

Family P WC Night

The perfect situation! “One Sacramento State PWC Safety Instructor and two Jet skis – family and friends can enjoy an evening of riding on beautiful Folsom Lake.” These clinics can be scheduled with the Aquatic Center after 4:00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Before enjoying an evening on the water all PWC riders must complete the Department of Boating & Waterways home study safety course. The books will be provided prior to your night on the water.

Cost: $350.00 for up to four people (Children 12 – 15 must have a rider over 18 years on–board the vessel).

Must have a valid CA Boater Card and be 16 years or older to operate PWC independently prior to clinic Obtain Boater Card: http://californiaboatercard.com/

Family Nights are offered on an appointment only basis and a request form must be submitted. Form available online at www.sacstateaquaticcenter.com

CAPITAL CREW YOUTH ROWING TEAM

Returning Athletes: $1,025/semester • First Year Athlete: $925/semester

Spring 2023 - $1,075 All athletes

Payable: Sacramento State Aquatic Center. All coaching and equipment are included. Spring 2023 Practice starts: January 4, 2023

Fall 2023 Practice starts: Returning fall athletes – August 21

First year athletes: September 5

Capital Crew is the Sacramento State Aquatic Center’s Youth Rowing Program. It is a competitive program geared toward high school athletes looking for something that will challenge them both in sport and in life. Founded in 1988, Capital Crew has offered rowing to local high school student athletes and annually attracts an average of 200 participants. Capital Crew trains late August through early May, competing against more than 35 other rowing program in the Southwest region. In the past, Capital Crew has represented well in local league races, the US Rowing Southwest Youth Championships, and has qualified and medaled at the USRowing Youth National Championships. Our athletes are consistently selected to collegiate programs as well as to represent the United States on the development, high performance, junior elite, under 23 elites, and international elite levels. Capital Crew continues to be one of the foremost programs in the Southwest region. Capital Crew coaches are highly skilled and passionate about introducing rowing to the next generation of athletes. No experience is required to participate in Capital Crew.

For more information, please contact: Sacramento State Aquatic Center (916) 278-2842x9

Email: dbirch@csus.edu

For more details and sign-up link

2023 CCAP SPRING PROGRAM

Price: $395

Minimum enrollment: 10

Maximum enrollment: 20

Jan 9th – Apr 26th • Mon/Wed & select Saturdays 4:15 - 5:45 pm (M-W) • 8:30 - 10:30 am (Sat)

This program is dedicated to middle school students who have an interest in rowing. Our focus will be on team sculling as much as possible. Teamwork, technique, and increased physical fitness will be the goals of the program. If your athlete is interested in joining Capital Crew when in high school this is an excellent introductory program that will help your athlete excel.

For more details and sign-up link

Capital Crew is a program of Associated Students Inc. of Sacramento State

(7th-8th grade) Capital Crew Apprentice Program (CCAP)

2023 CAPITAL CREW JUNIOR ROWING TEAM

ADVANCED HIGH SCHOOL ROWING SUMMER TRAINING

Prerequisite: Past rowing experience with a competitive youth team

Price: $75.00/week

Minimum Enrollment: 4

Maximum Enrollment: 18

These training sessions will focus on learning how to row efficiently in sweep and sculling boats. Land training may also be a part of the program as we access the needs to the group for each week. The goal will be for all athletes to maintain fitness and increase their skill level in preparation for the fall season.

For more details and sign-up link

CAPITAL CREW NOVICE INTRODUCTORY CLINIC

Price: $170/week 10 Hrs/week

MINIMUM ENROLLMENT: 4

MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 18

MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: 13

This clinic is for High School students as a great introduction to the sport of rowing and have an interest in joining Capital Crew in the fall. Participants will be taught boat safety, boat handling, basic technique, and teamwork. After finishing this clinic, participants should understand how Capital Crew is run.

For more details and sign-up link

2023 CCAP FALL PROGRAM

(7th-8th grade) Capital Crew Apprentice Program (CCAP)

Price: $395

Minimum enrollment: 10

Maximum enrollment: 20

Aug 14th – Nov 4th Mon/Wed and select Saturday 4:15 pm - 5:45 pm (M-W) 9:00-11:00 am (Sat)

If you enjoyed rowing in one of our summer camps as a middle school student, then this is an excellent next step in preparation for joining Capital Crew when in high school. This program will focus on safe and fun rowing with an emphasis on sculling. Possible fall race in October in the U15 quad with coxswain.

For more details and sign-up link