Capital Area YMCA CAMP FOR ALL

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Capital AREA YMCA Camp for All Newsletter

Camp Small Adventures, Camp Adventures, Camp Adventures at Rider University, DanceSense

DECADES DAY AT YMCA CAMP AT RIDER WAS INFORMATIVE AND SO MUCH FUN

We encourage the kids and the staff to dress up in outfits from their favorite decade. We used accessories like peace sign necklaces, neon scrunchies and other items to help them get into character. What’ s your favorite Decade?

YMCA SUMMER CAMP BENEFITS

PRESCHOOLERS AT CAMP SMALL ADVENTURES ARE ENCOURAGED TO BE CREATIVE AND WORK ON THEIR MOTOR CONTROL

 Thick Crayons and Markers: Easier to grip for small hands.

 Chalk and Chalkboards: Provide a different texture and medium.

 Finger Painting: Encourages creativity and motor control.

CHECK OUT THESE EDUCATIONAL MOMENTS

Unplugging from Technology At our camp, we take a break from electronic devices, helping children engage more fully in their surroundings and activities. Emotional Growth The camp environment is a safe space for children to express themselves, build emotional resilience, and develop coping strategies. Lifelong Memories The experiences and friendships made at camp can create lasting, positive memories that children carry with them into adulthood.

Capital AREA YMCA Camp for All Newsletter

Camp Small Adventures, Camp Adventures, Camp Adventures at Rider University, DanceSense

BELIEVE IN YOURSELF

The Camp Counselors at the Trenton Camp provide encouragement and positive feedback, which reinforces children’s belief in their abilities and boosts their selfesteem.

SWIMMING AT CAMP

Physical activity, skill development, social interaction, and personal achievement makes SWIMMING AND WATER SAFETY a powerful tool for building selfesteem in children and teenagers.

Building confidence at summer camp is a significant benefit that can have a lasting impact on a child’s development. Here are some ways summer camps foster confidence in children.

Capital AREA YMCA

Camp for All Newsletter

Camp Small Adventures, Camp Adventures, Camp Adventures at Rider University, DanceSense

�� SPLASHTASTIC MOMENTS AT BOTH OUR CAMPS

Capital AREA YMCA Camp for All Newsletter

Camp Small Adventures, Camp Adventures, Camp Adventures at Rider University, DanceSense

BOARD MEMBER BRINGS STORIES TO LIFE FOR PRESCHOOLERS

This week, our preschoolers had a special treat when Michael Donahue, a dedicated member of our board, joined us for a lively reading session. The excitement was palpable as the young learners gathered around, eager to hear the stories unfold.

With a warm smile and animated expressions, Michael brought the characters to life, captivating the children with every turn of the page. The room was filled with giggles, gasps, and wide-eyes.

Reading to children is not just about sharing stories; it’s about fostering a love for books and sparking imaginations. We are incredibly grateful for Stark & Stark’s time and enthusiasm. It’s moments like these that create lasting memories and inspire a lifelong love of reading in our young learners.

Thank you, for making story time an unforgettable experience for our preschoolers! We can’t wait for our next visit!

Capital AREA YMCA Camp for All Newsletter

Camp Small Adventures, Camp Adventures, Camp Adventures at Rider University, DanceSense

Campers of the week

 Pioneer 1 - Ines Blood

 Pioneer 2 - Devon Smith

 Explorers 3 - Dylan Rodriguez

 Explorers 4 - Jaxon Stewart

 Pathfinders - Micah Joy Lapointe

 Helper of the week - Red Dain

Let the dancer in you shine!

DANCESENSE

Our welcoming, encouraging atmosphere is designed to help your child develop her/his creativity and confidence through dance. Our experienced and lively instructors will teach ballet, tap, modern and hip hop daily. At the end of the day, we’ll spend time in the swimming pool cooling off (weather permitting).

Daily snack and lunch included. For more information, contact Mrs. Renee at 609-599-9622 ext. 205

Ms. Victoria - Camp Adventures

Mr. Jeff - Camp Rider

Ms. Janice, Camp Small Adventures

Ms. Renee - DanceSense

We thank you for entrusting us with your children. Thank you for the opportunity to give your kids a chance to reconnect with old friends, make new friends and have new experiences. We look forward to many more weeks of fun. At the Capital Area YMCA, we are a Camp for All!

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