FIND YOUR FUN! YMCA OF METROPOLITAN FORT WORTH DAY CAMP - SUMMER 2022
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FIND
YOUR
FUN!
YMCA OF METROPOLITAN FORT WORTH DAY CAMP
SUMMER 2022
SUMMER DAY CAMP
ABOVE AND BEYOND
The Y works to help youth discover their full
potential by providing opportunities to learn, grow,
IMPORTANT CAMP
FEBRUARY 1
CONVENIENT CAMP LOCATIONS
INFORMATION
$125/
week
• Airport Area YMCA (AP)
Y Members
CAMP COMMUNICATION
Airport Area YMCA Day Camp
and thrive admist caring, supportive adults. These • Benbrook Community Center YMCA (BB)
• Hood County YMCA (HC) Brenda Martinez | bmartinez@ymcafw.org
experiences are grounded in a set of objectives
that characterize all of the YMCA Summer Day • Joshua Community YMCA (JA) Benbrook Community Center YMCA Day Camp
Camp programs. Through the Y’s day camp • Northpark YMCA (NP) Stephanie Johnson | sjohnson3@ymcafw.org
program, kids participate in fun & educational • Northwest YMCA (NW)
• Ryan Family YMCA (RY) Hood County YMCA Day Camp
activities that help them with: Stephanie Johnson | sjohnson3@ymcafw.org
• William M. McDonald YMCA (MC)
Some specialty & mini camps will take place at off-site locations
RELATIONSHIPS Joshua Community YMCA Day Camp
We facilitate relationships with and among youth,
NP
Emilie Shiffler | eshiffler@ymcafw.org
AP
creating a space for them to make new friends NW Northpark YMCA Day Camp
and interact with supportive staff role models. Stephanie Garcia | sgarcia@ymcafw.org
ACHIEVEMENT CC
Northwest - EMS ISD Day Camp
Quell McKenzie | qmckenzie@ymcafw.org
We provide thoughtful program activities to help DT
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youth gain knowledge, develop new skills, build
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MC William M. McDonald YMCA Day Camp
confidence, and discover themselves. Keniya Thomas | kthomas@ymcafw.org
Ryan Family YMCA Day Camp
BELONGING
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Yvette Franklin | yfranklin@ymcafw.org
We provide a safe & inclusive environment so that BB SC
RY
every youth feels welcome and finds a place to ASSOCIATION CHILD CARE: 817-338-1238
HC JC
belong. AP HC
CAMP HOURS
• Camps will be closed on Fri., August 12
YOUR CHILD IS IN GOOD HANDS
BB JC
Our staff aren’t just counselors, they’re mentors
My children love
CC
• Camp dates/weeks can be found on page 12
• Monday - Friday from 7:00am - 6:00pm
and most importantly - role models! We take pride the program and NW
in the quality & commitment of our staff, who are
mostly teachers and college students. All staff the counselors CAMP AGE GROUPS
Camp is for children 5-12 years old.
participate in a comprehensive training program are great! The field trips are
to prepare them to care for your child, plus they Children are broken up into age appropriate
are certified in First Aid & CPR. Counselors at the a big plus to give the kids groups as follows:
YMCA are caring, energetic, responsible people
dedicated to making sure each camper has an
something new, fun and • Explorers - 5 years
• Pioneers - 6-7 years
amazing summer camp experience. exciting to do! • Voyagers - 8-9 years
• Trailblazers - 10-12 years
- 2021 SUMMER DAY CAMP PARENT
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SUMMER DAY CAMP
CAMP MADE FOR YOU $125/
week
FUN IS IN YOUR FUTURE
FEBRUARY 1
Y Members
Weekly schedules are provided at the beginning of each session and families are encouraged to
review them with their child. Our staff provides a wide variety of daily activities that are age-
TRADITIONAL
appropriate, recreational, enriching, and fun! We focus on education through STEM and reading,
empowering creativity through art, and encourage physical activity with sports & swimming.
Throughout, we instill the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Repect, and Responsibility.
CAMPS
In these camps, your children will experience ARTS & CRAFTS READING
adventure on a whole new level. Your campers During art time, children discover new Children will be encouraged to read and work
will build self-confidence and meet new friends. skills & talents through art in a welcoming towards school reading goals. Designated
While at camp, your children will participate environment where they feel comfortable to reading time will take place at each of our sites.
in activities such as sports clinics, science express themselves.
experiments, arts and crafts and much more.
SPORTS CHARACTER COUNTS
Each day, campers will be divided into small Children will build confidence, discover their The YMCA’s Core Values: Caring, Honesty,
groups by age and will participate in activities personal best, and develop sportsmanship Respect and Responsibility, are all taught
appropriate to the interests and needs of their while learning the fundamentals of sports. through group games and self-reflecting
group. Campers will also swim in the outdoor pool activities.
throughout the week.
STEM FIELD TRIPS - onsite/offsite
Developing critical-thinking, learning how to Our campers love field trips! From local walks
SPECIALTY CAMPS fail, and working successfuly on a team are
all traits we focus on in our STEM activities.
Children will explore the wonderful world of
around the community, learning about different
animals at the zoo and fun museum trips,
we keep our campers enaged all summer. We
Does your child have a specific interest or hobby? science, technology, engineering, and math! coordinate trips with the weekly themes so
Are you looking for a camp that specializes in campers experience what they’re learning
sports or STEM? Browse through the specialty simulatneously.
camps section for camps that combine the
traditional fun of YMCA day camps with the more
specialized skills (by providers or YMCA experts). A TYPICAL DAY AT TRADITIONAL CAMP
7:00- 4:30-
MINI CAMP
8:30am 9:00am 9:30am 11:30am 1:00pm 1:30pm 3:30pm
8:30am 6:00pm
Morning Breakfast Opening Morning Begin DEAR Time Camper Huddle Afternoon
Mini camps are just like Specialty Camp but they centers + Ceremony adventures lunch (Drop choice time centers
are available for ½ day options instead of the full + Huddle (activity rotations Everything rotations** + +
games time** rotations)** And Read) snack games
camp day.
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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
GO FOR GREEN SWIM LESSONS
Any YMCA day camp participant will also receive a swim test at their first pool visit. If a camper
$125/
week
FEBRUARY 1
CUSTOMIZE YOUR CHILD’S SUMMER
Y Members
HOW TO REGISTER
doesn’t initially pass the swim test we offer lessons during their day camp week to help them pass Our summer camp experience is as unique as your child. You can create a customized experience for
the swim test and earn a green bracelet.* We call this Going for Green! your child to give them a summer they will never forget!
*Go for Green swim lessons vary by branch. Please contact your camp director for more information.
STEP 1: CUSTOMIZE
GREEN • Swim the length of the pool without
touching the side or bottom
Based on the age of your child, look over the camp descriptions and get your kids
excited about all the possibilities! For a full view of camp see page 8.
SWIMMERS • Tread water for 5 seconds
YMCA CAMP CARTER
Situated on 360 acres along the Trinity River, you’d never guess that YMCA STEP 2: CHOOSE CAMP WEEK-BY-WEEK
Camp Carter is just minutes from downtown Fort Worth. At Camp, kids get You can pick and choose which weeks and what camps you want your child to attend.
to discover all the wonders of the outdoors while making friends and forming
memories that will last a lifetime. YMCA Camp Carter offers both Day &
Overnight Camp. You can find more information at ymcacampcarter.org.
YOUTH SPORTS STEP 3: REGISTER
As children grow and develop, we believe that sports and playtime are an Registration ends the Thursday prior to each camp week.
important part of their routine. Our sports programs keep kids active, teach GO ONLINE: ymcafw.org/summercamp
friendly competition and introduce healthy practices for life. YMCA Members VISIT US: Stop by any of our locations in the greater
get special pricing on all programs, including youth sports. You can find more Fort Worth area
information or register online at ymcafw.org/sports.
COME WORK WITH US STEP 4: YOU’RE REGISTERED - NOW WHAT?
A job can be so much more than a paycheck. When you work for the Y, you’re Once registered, you will receive an email with a health form to complete for each
helping to empower young people, improve health and well-being, and inspire child you registered. You must complete the form prior to your child arriving for
action in our community. We offer a variety of positions from day camp camp. Then each week, you will receive an email with camp-specific information.
counselors and lifeguards, to personal trainers and sports officials. See our
current openings at ymcafw.org/careers.
HERE FOR ALL
The YMCA offers Open Doors and general financial assistance to reduce the cost of membership and
program fees. To learn more, visit ymcafw.org/financial-assistance. The following locations also
accept CCMS: Benbrook Community Center Y, Northwest Y, Ryan Family Y, William M. McDonald Y
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SUMMER DAY CAMP
SPECIALTY & MINI CAMPS
Full Day: $175 Members / $200 Non-Members | Mini-Camp: $65 Members / $90 Non-Members
PASTRY MASTERS
$125/
week
FEBRUARY 1
Y Members
CAMP DESCRIPTIONS
PUTT & SWING
ANIMAL EXPLORERS 5-12 years ARTFUL ANTICS 5-12 years 7-12 years 6-12 years
It’s time for your camper to discover the animal Your young Picasso will use a variety of creative Has your child ever wanted to learn how to decorate a This camp is perfect for young campers with an
kingdom — hands-on, up close and personal! This techniques to create masterpieces and memories. cake? Do they love to bake? This camp will teach campers interest in learning the sport of golf. Campers will
adventurous camp will participate in animal games, Campers will also enjoy traditional camp activities such the skills required to bake a variety of tasty treats as well specifically focus on driving and putting as well as
crafts and have on-site animal experiences. as swimming, games and songs. as learn some basic techniques in decorating. The final learn the overall rules of the sport. This camp is
day of this camp will be a decorating skills competition currently exclusively held atBenbrook 3 Par. Equipment
BASKETBALL CAMP 7-12 years CHEER CAMP 7-12 years (Nailed It! style) and a tasting for all the parents. will be provided.
Your camper could learn to be the next big NBA star
with this fundamental sports week. Daily activities
Two, four, six, eight! Our Cheer Camp is really GREAT!
Come smile, jump and dance your way through cheer
RADICAL REPTILES 5-12 years READY, SET, ACT! 6-12 years
include instruction in dribbling, passing, shooting and instruction and a choreographed cheer routine. This Your camper will meet and greet a variety of reptiles Take the stage and shine in theatre camp! Your camper
positioning. Y basketball camp is for young athletes camp proves to be full of spirit and teamwork for the such as snakes, frogs, tortoises, turtles, lizards, will work with theatre experts to go through casting,
looking to build fundamental skills and have fun. ultimate dance experience. The squad will end their bugs and other creepy-crawlies! Campers will also rehearsal, stage and prop design, choreography and
week with a performance to showcase their talents. participate in fun reptile-inspired art projects, games much more all leading to a group performance. Family
and activities. If you like these cold-blooded creatures, and friends are welcome to cheer on their stars on at
CULINARY KIDS 6-12 years FULL STEAM AHEAD 6-12 years this camp is definitely for you! Friday’s show.
Our young culinary artists will be loaded with helpful
tips and tricks after spending a week with our talented
Let your little genius shine in this over-the-top,
high-energy fun zone! Campers will enjoy erupting
SLIME FACTORY 5-12 years SPORTS OF ALL SORTS 6-12 years
YMCA chefs. Each day, your little chef will learn create volcanoes, exploding projects, hands-on science, and Slimy, smelly, and just plain audacious… Slime factory If your camper loves sports, this is the camp for
different delicious, tasty treats and fun dishes. many more exciting experiments. is the scientific study of all that’s NOT allowed at the them! From soccer to pickle ball, each day highlights
dinner table. Join us for an insanely hilarious journey something different. Our coaches will focus on skills ,
LEGO EXTREME 6-12 years KARATE 6-12 years down some of the slimiest paths imaginable! Slime time
is the best time.
but more importantly bulid the love of each sport. Your
sport lover will think that this camp is a home run.
In this intense LEGO-building camp, campers will This camp will help your karate kid hone in on the skills
learn how to craft, build and construct different LEGO
structures through exciting games and instruction.
of martial arts. Campers will learn traditional karate
techniques along with the discipline benefits that
STEM & SWIM 6-12 years TRI-CAMP 7-15 years
Young builders will also have the opportunity to use karate can provide! If your camper is tired of the same This camp is designed for the little scientist in your Led by Keith Kotar, owner of the Ft. Worth Track Club,
their imagination to create their own structures and old summer and ready to get up and move around, this home. Throughout the week STEM campers will spend campers will gain expert knowledge around swimming,
masterpieces. On Friday, campers will end the week camp is for you! half the day exploring science, technology, engineering, biking and running. Coach Keith is USAT certified and
with the ultimate trip to LEGOLAND! and mathematics to create different projects. Campers competes professionally himself. This triathlon camp is
will also engage in team building activities, arts & available for all levels including beginners, but campers
GAME ON 6-12 years MUNCHIN’ ON STEM 5-12 years crafts and get to swim in the pool daily! will be required to provide their own equipment.
If you are into arcade games, video games or
interactive game play this camp is for you! From
This camp will combine cooking and science to create
one power-packed experience. Campers will create
RHYTHM & BLUES 7-12 years
Beyblade battles to Pokémon wars, this gaming camp edible structures, design edible cars, and learn about Campers will get to experience the history and basic
will provide hours of challenge and fun! multiple scientific processes. This is a fun and delicious fundamentals of music and showcase their musical
way to introduce your camper to the world of science! talents through song.
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SUMMER DAY CAMP
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT SHOULD MY CAMPER BRING TO CAMP?
First, please label everything your child brings to camp. Here are a few camp necessities: Lunch, water bottle
PAYMENTS
$125/
week
PAYMENT
FEBRUARY 1 & CANCELLATION
Y Members
REGISTRATION FEE:
(disposable or re-useable), backpack, swimsuit, towel (designated day), sunscreen, hat, tennis shoes, and comfy All participants are required to pay a one-time $60 non-refundable camp registration fee. Discounts/Scholarship may
clothes they can get dirty. not be applied to this fee.
WEEKLY FEES & DEPOSITS:
DOES THE Y PROVIDE SNACKS? • Day Camp: $150/week for members and $175/week for non-members
Yes, we provide both a morning and afternoon snack. Morning snack is at 8:30am and afternoon snack is at • Specialty Camps: $175/week for members and $200/week for non-members
3:30pm. Please be sure to list any food allergies on your camper’s enrollment form. Snack menus will be available • Mini Camps: $65/week for members and $90/week for non-members
each month.
In order to reserve your place in camp you must register in advance and enroll in an automatic draft.
Full weekly payments are due the Saturday prior to the start of each week of camp. All payments for camp must be
HOW CAN I SEE ALL THE FUN ACTIVITIES AT CAMP? set up on a weekly or monthly (1st of the month) draft.
We will use Bloomz to communicate all our participants during the summer. An email will be sent out once you
register to opt into the free Bloomz app. Please follow us on Facebook as well as Instagram. We will also have a
weekly newsletter available at camp each week.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Supply fees are nonrefundable/nontransferable. Two weeks written notice is required in order to cancel your
scheduled camp draft. If your cancellation is made within 7 days before the start of the camp week, you will be eligible
WHAT SHOULD MY CAMPER LEAVE AT HOME? to receive a 50% refund for the week or camp credit toward a future week.
Please do not have your camper bring the following to camp: cell phones, iPods/iPads, video games or
gaming devices, earphones or expensive items. Any camp cancellation request made less than 7 days before the start of camp will not be accepted or refunded. If you
fail to submit your cancellation within the 7 days, your account will be drafted regardless of your child’s attendance in
camp and camp credit or refund will not be available.
WHAT IS THE CHILD TO STAFF RATIO FOR SUMMER PROGRAMS?
Our summer ratio is 12:1 (child to staff) for all summer camp programs. If your child requires less than a 12:1 ra- Cancellations must be made by submitting the online Day Camp Cancellation form. You can access the form on our
tio, please contact the camp leadership prior to registering. website (ymcafw.org/summercamp) or email fodaniel@ymcafw.org. If you have multiple children only one request
is required for your family. Once we process your cancellation we will send a confirmation to your email on file. We
process cancellations in the order they were received.
DOES THE YMCA OFFER FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR CAMP?
Yes! Our application is available online and the process takes 24-48 hours. Participants needing more immediate
assistance can receive 25% off through our Open Doors program. For more details please email
WAITLIST FOR CAMP
ychildcare@ymcafw.org or give one of the camp leaders a call! If you register for camp and the week is full, you will be added to the day camp waitlist. Each week, we process camp
cancellations and changes in order to pull campers off the waitlist and add them to camp. You will be contacted via
email and phone once your child’s spot in camp has been secured.
DO YOU OFFER A SIBLING DISCOUNT?
Yes, we offer a 10% discount for all siblings. This discount does not apply to scholarships or other discounts.
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions please contact Felizia O’Daniel our Childcare Business Manager at fodaniel@ymcafw.org
or call 817-566-4268.
MORE INFORMATION
A full list of our guidelines and policies can be found in our Day Camp Parent Handbook which can be found online
and will be emailed upon registration.
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BENBROOK COMMUNITY CENTER YMCA
SUMMER PLANNER
WEEK 1 WEEK 2 WEEK 3 WEEK 4 WEEK 5 WEEK 6 WEEK 7 WEEK 8 WEEK 9 WEEK 10 WEEK 11
MAY 30-JUNE 3 JUNE 6-10 JUNE 13-17 JUNE 20-24 JUNE 27– JULY 1 JULY 4-8 JULY 11-15 JULY 18-22 JULY 25-29 AUG 1-5 AUG 8-11
TRADITIONAL CAMPS: Mon-Fri, 7 A.M. - 6 P.M.
Hollywood Cooking
Barnyard Monumental Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Spooky July Mad Wild of Ancient Castaway Across
Bonjour Y’all Adios Mate
Carnival Mysteries Unicorns vs. Future 4th Science Egypt Christmas America
Field Trip: Onsite Field Onsite Field Onsite Field Onsite Field
Onsite Field Trip: Field Trip: Field Trip: Field Trip: Trip:
Field Trip: Trip: Trip: Field Trip: Trip:
Creature Teacher Camp Carter Fort Worth Alley Cats Ultimate Camp
Science & History Urban Air Entertainment Art on the Go! Ripley’s Believe it Perot Tech Truck Splash Kingdom Food and Fun
or Not! Games
Museum
Skill Options: Every afternoon children will get an option to participate in a variety of skill areas. These activities range from Yoga, Pickle Ball, Archery, Pokemon, Chess, Rock Painting, etc.
SPECIALTY CAMPS: Times vary based on camp and locations may be offsite. Check website for more details
LEGO Extreme Artful Antics Pastry Masters TRI Camp Putt & Swing Pastry Masters
Ages 6-12 Ages 5-12 Ages 7-12 Ages 7-15 Ages 7-12 Ages 6-12
9:00a-12:00p 9:00a-12:00p 9:00a-12:00p 9:00a-12:00p 9:00a-12:00p 9:00a-12:00p
Munching on
Slime Factory Putt & Swing Stem Full STEAM Munching on Artful Antics GAME ON! Slime Factory STEM & SWIM
Ahead Stem
Ages 5-12 Ages 7-12 Ages 5-12 Ages 5-12 Ages 6-12 Ages 5-12 Ages 6-12
Ages 5-12 Ages 5-12
9:00a-12:00p 9:00a-12:00p 1:00p-4:00p 1:00a-4:00p 1:00p-4:00p 1:00p-4:00p 1:00p-4:00p
1:00p-4:00p 9:00p-12:00p
* No Camp on Memorial Day (5/30/2022), on Independence Day (7/4/2022) and for Staff Development (8/12/2022)
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING YMCA SUMMER CAMP!
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