2018 SUMMER CAMP& SWIM LESSONSVENICE YMCA

OUR MISSIONThe YMCA promotes Judeo-Christian principles through programs that build healthy mind, body and spirit for all.

OUR VALUES• Caring • Honesty• Responsibility• Respect

OUR VISIONThe Venice YMCAs envision our non-profit organization as an inter generational community hub with programs, services and resources available to all persons, regardless of status or ability to pay, that will enable them to improve their quality of life.

TWO LOCATIONS:

GENERAL GUIDELINESChildren are placed in age-appropriate groups by grade level. Children are encouraged to be at camp by 9am unless otherwise noted. Please bring sunscreen and water daily. Please label all personal items.

WRAP AROUND CAREAvailability: Offered to Specialty Camp ParticipantsRates: Members- $40; Non-Members- $60.00Times: Available only during enrolled child’s specialty camp week, available camps noted.

FREE LUNCH! YES, FREE!Save time and money this summer when your child is a YMCA camper. All full-day YMCA campers will be provided free, healthy daily lunches this summer. The food will be specially prepared by our SKY Academy Café, which means the meals will contain whole foods and be free of additives, trans-fats or most dyes. Menus are designed by a registered dietitian.

DISCOVER SUMMER AT THE Y

SUMMER CAMP DATES:

Week one: 5/29 – 6/1 Week two: 6/4 – 6/8Week three: 6/11 – 6/15Week four: 6/18 – 6/22Week five: 6/25 – 6/29Week six: 7/2 – 7/6 (closed July 4)Week seven: 7/9 - /13Week eight: 7/16 – 7/20Week nine: 7/23 – 7/27Week ten: 7/30 – 8/3Week eleven: 8/6 – 8/10

SKY ACADEMY VENICE705 Center Road(941) 244-2626

VENICE YMCA701 Center Road(941) 492-9622

REGISTRATION:Register online at www.SWFLYMCA.org or stop by one of our branches to register.

Allow time on your child’s first day to verify or update paperwork. Some camps have a non-refundable registration fee which secures a child’s spot in their preferred camp and includes a 2018 camp t-shirt. (Supplies are limited.)

MEMBER DISCOUNTS & SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCEFamily and Single-Parent Family Members qualify for the member rate. A special Family Summer Membership is offered (see back cover.) Financial Assistance is available to those in need. To apply, download an application online or confidential forms are available at either of our locations. Please allow a minimum of two weeks for processing.

Public schools are permitted to make information available to parents regarding school activities by not-for-profit organizations. The school boards of Sarasota and Charlotte Counties provide this information as a service to their students and families. Distribution of this information does non constitute an endorsement of these activities.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

VENICEAquatics: 375-9116

Cheer, Dance & Gymnastics: 375-9121

School-Age/Camp Hanchey: 375-9119

Sports: 492-9622 x158

SAVE WITH A Y SUMMER

MEMBERSHIP!Get member rates with our

Summer Special. See back cover for details.

SUMMER CAMP ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:• 2018 Camper T-Shirt• Weekly Field Trips• Arts & Crafts • Outdoor Games• Weekly Swimming• Rock Wall• Gym Time• Sports

Week one: Once upon a YWeek two: Under the seaWeek three: Florida adventuresWeek four: Color warsWeek five: League of extraordinary campersWeek six: Stars and strips

Week seven: Galaxy far far awayWeek eight: It’s a Jungle out thereWeek nine: Super slimy scienceWeek ten: Red Carpet WeekWeek eleven: Back by popular demand

DISCOVER SUMMER CAMP THEMES:

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DISCOVER SUMMER AT THE Y! Each week, campers will participate in daily physical activities to strenghen their bodies and minds, learn about healthy habits, have fun with science, crafts and so much more.

With swimming and field trips too, this is sure to be a summer your child will never forget.

CAMP HANCHEYAGES: Completed Kindergarten through Completed 8th grade.WEEKS: AllTIMES: Monday – Friday; 6:45am – 6:00pmRATES: Members - $80/week Non Members- $110/week Non refundable registration fee: $30/childCAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt, weekly swimming, weekly field trip (onsite or offsite). Children are placed in age appropriate groups by grade level. Children are encouraged to be at camp by 9:00am as our activities and many field trips begin at this time (unless otherwise noted on the camp calendar). Girls are asked to wear a one piece bathing suit or a cover up to all swimming functions.

CAMP SPROUTEach week, campers will participate in daily physical activities to strengthen their bodies and minds, learn about healthy habits, have fun with science, crafts, and so much more. This camp is for our smallest explorers who will get some hands on fun and swim time too! AGES: Completed VPKWEEKS: AllTIMES: Monday – Friday; 6:45am – 6:00pmRATES: Members - $110/week Non Members- $130/week Non refundable registration fee: $30/childCAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt, Weekly Swimming. Children must have completed a VPK program to participate. Children are encouraged to be at camp by 9:00am as our activities begin at this time (unless otherwise noted on the camp calendar).

TEEN LEADERSHIP CAMP (TLC)While implementing the Y’s Core Values, our TLC program prepares teens for different career options both within and outside the YMCA.

AGES: 13 – 15; space is limitedWEEK: 2TIMES: Monday – Friday; 8:30am – 1:00pm (wrap around care is available)RATES: Members - $60.00 Non Members - $80.00CAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt

FISHING CAMPThis camp will teach fundamentals of the sport of fishing. Participants will have the chance to learn from experienced anglers in the areas of fishing safety, identification/habitats, tackle, and specific gear. They will gain experience and knowledge with hands on fishing expeditions at some of our favorite local fishing holes!AGES: Completed 2nd – 8th gradeWEEKS: 3, 5TIMES: Monday – Friday; 9:00am – 1:30pm (wrap around care is available)RATES: Members - $110/week Non Members - $130/weekCAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt, Field Trips

SCIENCE CAMPGet your budding scientists ready for exploring, discovering, and learning fun! Campers will take part in a variety of hands on fun and exploration.AGES: Completed 2nd – 8th grade; space is limited WEEK: 4TIMES: Monday – Friday; 9:00am – 12:30pm (wrap around care is available)RATES: Members - $110 Non Members - $130CAMP INCLUDES: 2017 Camper T-shirt

ROBOTICS CAMPSpace is limited to 30 kids.AGES: 5th – 8th gradeWEEK: 2TIME: Monday – Friday; 8:30am – 12:00pm (wrap around care is available)RATES: $65 member/ $80 Non-memberSOFTWARE: LEGO® Digital Designer & EV3 Programming EnvironmentHARDWARE: LEGO®MINDSTORMS® EV3WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:• How to build robots using the LEGO® EV3 kit.• How to program a robot using the LEGO EV3 Environment• How to use color, gyroscope, ultrasonic and touch sensors • Essential skills for winning robot competitions• Collaborating and working together on project-based teams• Robots that can compete in challenges and games

ENRICHMENTSPECIALITY CAMPS

GYMNASTICSVENICE YMCA

GYMNASTICS CAMP – Full & Half DayEach week, campers are placed in groups based on age and skill level. Campers will utilize the spring floor, vault, balance beams, and bars as well as our 30ft tumble track and in-ground foam pit. Emphasis is placed on the fun of movement as well as the fundamentals that are the basis for success in all sports.*Leotards are mandatory for girls; boys- t-shirt and athletic shorts.AGES: Girls & Boys going into K-8thWEEKS: AllTIME: Monday - Friday Full-Day 9:00am – 5:00pm Half-Day 9:00am – 12:00pm (wrap around care is available)COST: Full-Day Members - $125/week Non Members - $185/week Half-Day Members - $85/week Non Members - $120/week Non refundable registration fee: $30/childFull-day campers train gymnastics from 9:00am – 12:00pm daily and enjoy lunch, crafts and swimming in the afternoons.

PRESCHOOLERS-IN-MOTION CAMPThis Preschool Camp is offered for boys and girls 3-5 years old with activities built just for the younger child during the summer. Each day starts off with a warm-up activity followed by 45 minutes of instructional gymnastics on balance beam, bars, and obstacle course rotations working on preschool level skills. Campers always have a mid-morning snack break followed by more fun gym activities on the Tumble Track, foam pit, and bounce house. Campers will participate in games and create a craft before finishing out the day. *Proper gymnastics attire is required: Leotards mandatory for girls (no skirts or tights), boys wear elastic waistband shorts and t-shirt. Hair must be pulled back tight and off the face.AGES: 3 – 5 years as of June 1, 2018; must be potty-trainedWEEKS: 3, 5, 7, 9TIME: Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 9:30am – 12:00pmCOST: Members - $70/week Non Members - $100/week Non refundable registration fee: $30/child

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CHEERLEADING CAMPLearn beginner to intermediate stunting, jumps, and tumbling as well as proper technique, form and movement. Full-length cheers and chants will betaught during camp. Pom Pom’s will be provided during camp. *Proper cheer attire is required; t-shirt, shorts, and sneakers.AGES: Girls & Boys going into K - 6thWEEKS: 4, 8TIME: Monday - Friday; 9:00am – 5:00pm (limited to 20)COST: Members - $125/week Non Members - $165/week Non refundable registration fee: $30/childCampers will cheer from 1:30pm – 4:30pm daily and enjoy lunch, craft and swimming in the mornings.

DANCE CAMPOur dance camp offers fun instruction that incorporates many dance styles including ballet, lyrical, hip hop and more. Campers will be active dancingto appropriate music in an energetic environment.*Proper dance attire is required. Girls: dance leotard, Boys: shorts and a t-shirt.AGES: Girls & Boys going into K- 6thWEEKS: 5, 9 TIME: Monday – Friday; 9:00am – 5:00pm COST: Members - $125/week Non Members - $165/week Non refundable registration fee: $30/childCampers will dance from 1:30pm – 4:30pm daily and enjoy lunch, craft and swimming in the mornings.

ROCK CLIMBING CAMPClimb our YMCA indoor 24 ft. climbing wall while learning about harness safety, vertical and horizontal climbing techniques, belaying, and repelling. We utilize two automatic belay systems.*Proper climbing attire is; t-shirt, shorts, and sneakers.AGES: Girls & Boys going into 2nd - 8thWEEKS: 2, 3, 6, 8, 10, 11TIMES: Mon - Fri; 9:00am – 5:00pmRATES: Members $125/week Non Members $165/week Non refundable registration fee: $30/childCampers will climb from 1:30pm –4:30pm daily and enjoy crafts and swimming in the morning along with lunch.

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SOCCER CAMPHeld @ Garbrandt Soccer Complex, 1251 Pinebrook Rd. in Venice. Led by Kyrstin Pomante-Former VHS Varsity & St. Leo College soccer player. Current VHS Assistant Girls Varsity Soccer coach. Transportation from the Venice SKY YMCA is provided, if needed. (Transportation leaving at 8:45am; returning 10:45am)AGES: Boys & girls, ages 6-13 years.WEEK: 7TIMES: 9:00am -10:30am (wrap around care is available) COST: Members - $75 Non Members - $95

BASEBALL CAMPLed by Coach Jon Knott, former VHS & Mississippi State standout & MLB player with the Padres, Orioles, Twins, Phillies and Brewers. Held at the Venice SKY Y Baseball Fields.AGES: Boys & girls, ages 8-12 years.WEEK: 4TIMES: 9:00am-10:30am (wrap around care is available)COST: Members - $75 Non Members - $95CAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt/hat

RACQUETBALL CAMPTaught by Karen Crownover, resident Y expert. Held at the Venice Y indoor racquetball courts.AGES: Boys & girls, must have completed 3rd – 8th grade.WEEK: 3TIMES: 12:00pm – 1:00pm (wrap around care is available)COST: Members - $50 Non Members - $60CAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt

GIRL’S VOLLEYBALL CAMPLed by former VHS standout & Marshall University, 4 year starter, Dorothy Rahal. Held in the Venice SKY YMCA gymnasium.AGES: Girls, must have completed 3rd - 8th grade. WEEKS: 5, 8TIMES: 10:00am - 11:30am (wrap around care is available)COST: Members - $75/week Non Members - $95/week CAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt

RECREATIONAL TENNIS CAMPHeld at Englewood Tennis Club. Led by Tennis Pro Bob Zipay. Maximum 24. Transportation from the Venice SKY YMCA is provided, if needed. (Transportation leaving at 9:30am; returning 11:30am)AGES: Boys & girls, must have completed 2nd - 8th grade.WEEK: 2TIMES: Monday - Thursday; 10:00am -11:00am (wrap around care is available)COST: Members/Non Members - $45

GOLF CLINICHeld @ Pelican Pointe Golf & CC Led by Travis Blauvelt– Teaching Pro @ Pelican Pointe. 14 golfer limit. Transportation from the Venice SKY YMCA is provided, if needed. (Transportation leaving at 8:45am; returning 10:45am)AGES: Boys & girls, must have completed 3rd-8th grade.WEEK: 5TIMES: 9:00am -10:30am (wrap around care is available) COST: Members - $75/week Non Members - $95/week

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SPORTSCAMPS & PROGRAMS

“WINNERS” ALL-DAY SPORTS CAMPVarious sports including baseball, volleyball, flag football, soccer, basketball, daily recreational swimming, floor hockey. AGES: Boys & girls, must have completed 2nd – 8th grade.WEEKS: ALLTIME: 7:00am – 6:00pm. Activities begin at 9am.COST: Venice: Members - $80/week Non Members - $110/week Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $30Girls are required to wear a one-piece bathing suit or cover up to all swimming functions.CAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt, Weekly Field Trips, Lunch & Snack

“ROOKIES” HALF-DAY SPORTS CAMPVarious sports including basketball, t-ball, flag football, soccer, racquetball, whisper ball, tag games and daily recreational swimming. AGES: Boys & girls, must have completed Kindergarten or 1st grade. WEEKS: AllTIMES: 7:00am-12:30pm. Activities begian at 9am (wrap around care is available)COST: Members - $40/week Non Members $60/week Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $30CAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt and Lunch

BASKETBALL CAMPAGES: Boys, must have completed 3rd - 8th grade. WEEK: 10TIMES: 11:00am - 12:30pm (wrap around care is available) Led by VHS Varsity Basketball Coach John Flynn, Staff and PlayersCOST: Members - $75 Non Members - $95 CAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt

AGES: Girls, must have completed 3rd - 8th grade. WEEK: 2TIMES: 10:30am - 12:00pm (wrap around care is available)Led by VHS Assistant Girls Varsity Basketball Coach, Joe Weber. COST: Members - $75 Non Members - $95 CAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt CO-ED BASKETBALL ACADEMY Instructional camp led by former Johns Hopkins University Womens Basketball Player/Captain, Amelia Jones. Her teams competed in the NCAA Tournament. Coach Jones has also served as a Graduate Assistant Coach at Johns Hopkins University.Held in the Y gymnasium.AGES: Boys & girls, ages 6-12 years. WEEK: 3TIME: 10:00am - 11:30am (wrap around care is available)COST: Members - $75 Non Members - $95CAMP INCLUDES: 2018 Camper T-shirt

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AQUATICSSWIM LEAGUE & LESSONS

SKY SUMMER SWIM LEAGUESwimmers of all levels and ages are welcome to come learn the fundamentals of what it is like to be on a swim team. Participants will practice weekly for one hour a day and compete in biweekly swim meets every other Thursday evening. Swimmers will learn all four competitive strokes of swimming while building self confidence, discipline and of course having some fun. WEEKS: May 29 - July 27TIMES: Monday-Thursday; 4:30-5:30pmMEETS: Every 2nd Thursday at 5:30pm at the Venice YMCACOST: $100 for the entire seasonCAMP INCLUDES: Includes shirt, cap and trophy at the end of the summer

HURRICANES SWIM TEAMWe are a competitive swim team offering year round swim training and competition. All ages and abilities are welcome. Try outs are ongoing throughout the year Monday through Friday from 4:00-6:00pm. Contact Head Coach Bruce Patmos at 941-4922-9622 ext 160 or bpatmos@veniceymca.orgWEEKS: Year round TIMES: Varies depending on the group COST: $55-$125 a month depending on the athlete level USA swimming registration extra when ready to compete paid once a year.

SKY SWIM ACADEMYSwim students take part in a progression-based 30 minute lesson during a three week session. Students are grouped by age and current skill level . All lessons include basic water safety and rescue, fundamentals of swimming, and progressive skill development. We maintain low instructor to student ratios for quality instruction.AGES: 3+ yearsWEEKS: Session I- June 4th-22st Session II- June 25th-July 13th Session III- July 16th-August 3rd TIMES: Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs; 4:00pm-6:00pmCOST: Members - $35 Non Members - $50

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONSAvailable for youth and adults, from beginners to competitors. For beginners, our instructors can improve your level of comfort in the water and progress from provide basic survival skills to swim fundamentals. For more advanced swimmers, our instructors can provide stroke refinement training. Lessons are coordinated between you and the instructor. Contact the Y for more information.COST: Members- $20 per lesson, $100 for 6 lessons Non-Members- $30 per lesson, $150 for 6 lessons

JR. LIFEGUARD CAMP During each two week session the kids will learn rescue skills at the pool along with an educational trip to the beach. They also will learn first aid, CPR, sun safety and valuable leadership skills as part of becoming a Jr. Lifeguard. There is a strong physical focus on this camp as the campers will be building their swimming endurance and learning proper swimming techniques that are needed for rescues. AGES: 9-15 yearsWEEKS: Session 1- June 18th - June 29th Session 2- July 9th – July 20th Session 3- July 23rd – August 3rd (wrap around care is available)TIME: 8:00am - 12:00pmCOST: Members - $130/session Non Members - $180/session Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $30

MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:• Member Rates on Summer Camps and Programs• Unlimited access to the Venice YMCA• Free child watch service while you exercise• Steam room and sauna• Olympic sized pool• Whirlpool hot tub• Double gymnasium open for basketball and volleyball• Bodycombat, Zumba, H.I.I.T classes, personal training,

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701 Center Road(941) 492-9622

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