Ventura Summer Camp 2021

VENTURA FAMILY YMCA 3760 Telegraph Road, Ventura 805.642.2131 • ciymca.org/ventura

WE WELCOME YOU Throughout Ventura and its surrounding areas, countless people know about the Ventura Family YMCA. But there’s so much more to our Y than one might think.

From exercise to education, from aerobics to advocacy, from fitness to financial assistance, the Y doesn’t just strengthen our bodies. It strengthens our communities. The Y is so much more than a gym. It’s a cause, dedicated to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

For 133 years, we’ve been proud to help our neighbors learn, grow, and thrive. Yet we’re called to do so much more. Everyday, our local communities face new challenges which creates a greater need for the work we do. Fortunately, where some see obstacles, we see opportunities for our members, volunteers, and staff to make a difference.

OUR MISSION The Channel Islands YMCA is a charitable organization providing programs based upon Christian principles to men, women and children of all ages, races, religious beliefs and economic status to develop and enrich the spirit, mind and body.

OUR CAUSE Every day we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

HOW WE DO IT There is no other nonprofit quite like the Y. In 10,000 neighborhoods across the nation, we have the presence and partnerships to not just promise, but deliver lasting personal and social change.

RECONNECT TO FUN THIS SUMMER

Welcome to Summer Camp at the Ventura Family YMCA!

As you read this, our camp team is excited to be planning fun, enriching, and safe adventures for children to discover who they are and what they can achieve! At Y Camp, the possibilities are endless! Y Summer Day Camps provide children and teens with supervised activities that cultivate values, develop skills, nurture relationships and actively explore children’s imagination.

At camp, you are able to create YOUR ideal summer experience.

Our wide variety of programs provides something for everyone! Give your kids the chance to have fun, improve their health, learn new things and reach their potential. Sign up for Summer Camp at the Ventura Family YMCA today!

Table of Contents Registration 4 Policies 5 Safety at Camp 6 Day Camp 7 Sports Camp 8 Enrichment Camp 9 Summer Learning Loss 10

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WHY AN ACA-ACCREDITED CAMP? ACA Accreditation means that your child’s summer camp cares enough to undergo a thorough peer review of its operation — from staff qualifications and training to emergency management. American Camp Association collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other youth-serving agencies to assure that current practices at your child’s camp reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation. For more information visit bit.ly/ACAcamps.

BE AN EARLY BIRD!

CAMP REGISTRATION How To Register For Camp Camp registration opens February 1. Register online at ciymca.org/camp. Parents are required to submit a $25 deposit at the time of registration.

Location and Hours All YMCA camps run from 9am to 4pm. AM and PM extended care is available at no extra charge.

REGISTER BY MARCH 31 FOR $10 OFF EACH WEEK OF CAMP!

SCHOLARSHIP Financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Applications are available at the front desk.

Available until funds run out.

AM Extended Care 7:30 - 9am PM Extended Care 4 - 6pm

NO MORE PAPER FORMS!

Once you’ve registered you will receive an ePACT welcome email. Simply click the link in the ePACT welcome email and complete your registration pack conveniently online! Learn more at ciymca.org/camp.

EPACT must be completed two weeks before your child’s first day of camp. camp

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POLICIES CHANGE AND CANCELLATION POLICY Program deposits are non-refundable and are not transferable. Certain programs have a clearly stated no-refund policy at time of enrollment (i.e. Youth & Government).

Programs canceled two weeks in advance of the start date will receive a full refund, minus any required deposit or uniform charge. There are no refunds after this point unless the fee was charged in error or there is a documented medical reason.

Program cancelations must be received in writing.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Ventura Family YMCA programs and services are available to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. OPEN DOORS, the Y’s financial assistance program, uses a sliding fee scale designed to meet the financial needs of most families and individuals. People of all ages, backgrounds, abilities and incomes may need assistance at various times in their lives; anyone can apply for OPEN DOORS Financial Assistance. If you believe we can serve you or your family in this way please complete the Financial Assistance application available online at ciymca.org/financial-assistance or at the Ventura Family YMCA. CAMP INFORMATION To guarantee a spot, all registration must be completed in FULL by the Monday prior to the requested session.

All registration received thereafter are taken upon availability. For more information, or to download the Y Parent Handbook and Registration form, please visit ciymca.org/camp-handbooks.

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SAFETY AT CAMP This summer your child’s safety is our top concern. Our camps are accredited by the American Camping Association, who independently audit requirements related to staff, supervision, programming and environment quality In addition, we have operating guidelines in place that prevent the spread of COVID -19 during care. We meet or exceed all COVID -19 standards outlined by the California Department of Health’s camp industry guidelines.

This summer we will have implemented daily health screenings, the encouragement of social distancing, use of masks, contact free check-in, stable groups of children, and a strict stay home if you are sick policy. In addition, we have increased our cleaning and disinfecting practices, the promotion of healthy hygiene, and staff training to minimize the spread of COVID -19. We have protocols in place should a case occur and have been operating successful youth programs since the pandemic started. While things may look different in camp this year, our commitment to a fun and engaging summer remains.

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DAY CAMP JUNE 14 - AUGUST 13 7:30am - 6pm RAINBOW CAMP This camp is designed for the younger camper. The program provides a great introduction to group skills, nature and the Day Campexperience.

Counselor-to-child ratio is 1:6.

FEES

$200/week

GRADES

TK - 1

VOYAGER CAMP Join us for a fun-packed summer. Campers will experience activities that will help them learn, grow and create memories with new friends. Campers will be challenged by this intermediate camp.

Counselor-to-child ratio is 1:8.

FEES

$200

GRADES

2-6

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SPORTS CAMP JUNE 14 - AUGUST 13 7:30am - 6pm

GENERAL INFORMATION Sports camps are a great place for your active kid.

Each day, campers will learn new skills, freshen up their existing talents and learn how to be a teamplayer! Whether campers are beginners or are all-stars, this is the place for them! Campers will work on skills based on their level of ability.

LOCATION

Ventura Family YMCA

FEES $210/week GRADES

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HOOPS CAMP July 5 - 9 Slam dunk your way through camp!

Participants will practice basic drills that will teach them the fundamentals of basketball. Campers will shoot,work on their defense, and put all their skills to the test in scrimmages.

SOCCER CAMP July 19 - 23 Campers will build skills through drills, team meetings and team work.

Morning and afternoon sessions will include games and scrimmages.

SPORTS OF ALL SORTS July 26 - 30 Campers will participate in morning JUNIOR SLUGGERS CAMP July 12 - 16 and afternoon sports clinics, including Hit a home run with this camp! Campers soccer, basketball, baseball and flag will learn the fundamentals of baseball football, as well as other sports-related through basic skills and daily scrimmages. games and scrimmages.

Participants will work on hitting, catching, throwing and base running.

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ENRICHMENT CAMP GENERAL INFORMATION Specialty camps are designed to challenge campers and open the door to new and fun activities. Students will be separated according to their age and ability.

FEES $210/week GRADES 2 - 5

SPLASH CAMP June 14 - 18; June 21 - 25; June 28 - July 2; August 2 - 9; August 9 - 13 Campers will participate in swim lessons, learn water safety and stay wet with water activities geared to their level. Swim attire is required.

LOCATION Ventura Family YMCA

COOKING CAMP June 21 - 25; July 12 - 16; August 2 - 6 Your chef will have a chance to explore and learn a variety of cooking skills in a hands-on environment. They will learn healthy eating habits, how to follow recipes, and how to safely navigate the kitchen. Chefs will make their snacks ARTS & CRAFTS July 5 - 9; July 26 - 30 and lunch each day.

Campers will experience a wide variety DANCE June 28 - July 2; July 19 - 23 of artistic styles and mediums, with the Participants will experience a week of freedom to showcase their own work. dance by learning pop dance styles and On Friday, parents will be invited to see ways of expression through dancing. an art exhibit from their child’s week of The week will end with a recital to creativity. showcase their newly found skills.

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KEEPING KIDS LEARNING Summer learning loss is a worry for many parents. The facts are, the equivalent of one month of learning is lost after summer vacation and school year transitions related to the COVID-19 pandemic have put many students behind for a fall start already. While the Ventura Family YMCA’s Summer Camp focus is on recreation, the Y has a responsibility to help families promote learning over the summer. This summer we are committed to: •

Promoting 30 minutes of reading after lunch, studies show that being a bookworm is one of the best ways to sharpen spelling and grammar skills!

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Inviting in vendors and taking fieldtrips that reflect academic interests, hopefully we can spark some excitement of a new subject!

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Providing at least two art projects each week, being creative helps brain development and is helpful for all areas of learning!

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Sending home daily behavior reports and rewarding role model behavior, positive interactions with others and following directions are important to school success!

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SLEEPAWAY CAMPS WILL RETURN 2022 Sign up online at ciymca.org/summer-camp for our exciting, adventure-packed Day Camps this summer!

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