FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY BEST SUMMER EVER BATH AREA FAMILY YMCA CAMP 2015, JUNE 22 - AUGUST 15 303 Centre Street, Bath, ME 207.443.4112 w w w. b a t h y m c a. o r g

HELPING YOU LIVE BETTER Bath Area Family YMCA Facebook.com/BathYMCA BATH AREA FAMILY YMCA 303 Centre Street Bath, ME 04530 www.bathymca.org 207.443.4112

DAY CAMP INFORMATION Children entering grades 1-6 in the Fall of 2015 are invited to participate in arts & crafts, games, swimming, weekly trips to Coffin Pond, field trips, and group activities. Campers are placed in age appropriate groups with qualified staff in a fun and safe environment. Using the Y s climbing wall and cooperative games, campers will develop self-esteem and engage in team building. Day camp meets Monday through Friday and our camp hours are 8:30am to 4pm. Children may be dropped off as early as 6:45am and picked up no later than 5:30pm. FEES & INCENTIVES A $25 deposit per week of camp is due at the time of all registrations. Register by May 2nd to get the Early Bird Special: $165/week Register May 3rd - June 1st to get the reduced rate: $175/week Register two or more children within the same family: $10 off per week for each additional child Weekly registration fee (beginning June 2nd): $185/week FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE As with all Y programs, financial assistance is available. We strive to serve the entire community by providing need-based financial assistance. Please don t hesitate to contact us with any questions. 3

WEEKLY DAY CAMP THEMES WEEK 1 JUNE 22-26 AMAZING RACE Break into teams and participate in team challenges Try different foods from other countries Have visitors from different countries WEEK 2 JUNE 29 - JULY 3 ANIMAL PLANET Learn to identify animal tracks Live animal presentations Animal and bug crafts WEEK 3 JULY 6-10 MOOVIN AND GROOVIN Learn to dance, exercise and just get ACTIVE! Learn different styles of music Guest musicians Local camp talent WEEK 4 JULY 13-17 WIND AND SEA Learn about wind and how it works to produce power Discover what is deep in our lakes, rivers and oceans Learn and make your own KITES WEEK 5 JULY 20-24 ARTFUL ANTICS Create art using natural objects Explore nature through art Design with Tie Dye 4

WEEK 6 JULY 27-31 GOIN GREEN Learn about recycling Learn about gardening and composting Field trip to local farm or farm presentation Crafts using recycled material WEEK 7 AUGUST 3-7 LOCAL HEROES Meet our local heroes Visit local fire / police stations Make thank you crafts for our veterans Guest Speakers WEEK 8 AUGUST 10-14 OUR CAMPERS GOT TALENT! Learn about talents Classes on dance, signing, comedy, etc. Instructor demonstrations End of the week YMCA Talent Show 5

Y-SPLASH LEARN TO SWIM APRIL 20-24 The Y s annual Community Learn To Swim Campaign is a week long intensive swim program for children ages 6-13. Kids attend a daily swim lesson during the week of April school vacation. Registration is limited to Polliwog through Fish levels. Pool, Beach and Boating Safety are taught in addition to Stroke Development. Classes are scheduled on the hour and last 45 minutes each day. Everyone is a swimmer by the end of the school vacation week. Usual improvement of one level or more. Days: Monday-Friday; April 20-24 Time: 9am, 10am and 11am Fee: $35 SUMMER SWIMMING LONG REACH SWIM CLUB 2015 Competitive strokes, endurance, fun, and related skills are the focus. An informal tryout is mandatory for new or interested swimmers before acceptance onto the swim team. This ensures that each new participant has the fundamental skills required for a happy, successful experience. Summer team offers new swimmers an opportunity to become familiar and comfortable with the team before the competitive season begins in the Fall. Swimmers are assigned to a practice schedule based on their skill level and experience. LRSC strives to offer a fun, learning environment where the self-motivated swimmer will thrive. The asset approach to healthy youth development is just one of the tools used in this program to help young people further their personal development. Practice groups A and B are scheduled to meet between 5 and 6 hours a week. Practice groups C and D are scheduled to meet between 1.5 and 2.5 hours a week. Please contact Jay Morissette at 443-4112 or lrsc@bathymca.org to make an appointment for an individual tryout or for more information about competitive swimming at the Bath Area Family YMCA. Dates: May 4 - July 21 Fee: A & B Practice Groups: Members: $175; Non-Members: $350 C & D Practice Groups: Members: $125; Non-Members: $250 6

SWIM LESSONS PARENT & CHILD LESSONS This 30 minute class is for infants and toddlers, ages 6 months to 2 years, with a parent. Classes are designed to allow the child to have fun in the water while the parent guides their child to learn aquatic skills. Days: Tues or Thurs; June 23 - July 30 Time: 10am - 10:30am Fee: Members: $45; Non-Members: $60 PARENTS & 2 S LESSONS Children, age 2, swim with their parent, learning the beginning swimming skills and preparing for the next level of instruction. Games and fun are built into this early learning experience. Days: Tues or Thurs; June 23 - July 30 Time: 10am - 10:30am Fee: Members: $45; Non-Members: $60 SWIMMING FOR 3 S LESSONS This program offers children, age 3, their first experience in the pool without parental assistance. Young swimmers are introduced to skills in developmentally appropriate ways. Children learn water skills through exploration and play. Days: Tues or Thurs; June 23 - July 30 Time: 10:30am - 11am Fee: Members: $55; Non-Members: $85 7

LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM YOUTH SWIM LESSONS This program is designed for 6-13 years old. Kids learn the skills that are the basic building blocks of swimming. They also learn about pool safety, boating safety, and PFD usage. Participants are grouped together with other children at their swimming level, either Polliwog, Guppy, or Minnow. Class meets Monday through Thursday, morning or afternoon sessions. Dates: Session 1 - June 22-25; 9am-9:45am / 4:15pm - 5pm Session 2 - July 6-9; 4:15pm - 5pm Session 3 - July 13-16; 9am - 9:45am / 4:15pm - 5pm Session 4 - August 3-6; 4:15pm - 5pm Fee: Members: $30; Non-Members: $40 PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS Planned to meet the needs of busy families during summer vacation, our week long Preschool Learn to Swim Program will be offered morning and afternoon during the summer. Children, ages 4 through 6, will swim in small groups with an instructor. Class meets Monday through Thursday, morning or afternoon sessions. Dates: Session 1 - June 22-25; 3:30pm - 4:15pm Session 2 - July 6-9; 9am - 9:45am / 3:30pm - 4:15pm Session 3 - July 13-16; 3:30pm - 4:15pm Session 4 - August 3-6; 9am - 9:45am Fee: Members: $30; Non-Members: $40 Photo by Heather Perry 8

SPECIALTY CAMPS KIDS KAYAK & SUP PADDLE BOARD CAMP What is SUP? Stand Up Paddling (also known as paddle boarding)! Participants will spend the week at Seaspray Kayaking in West Bath learning about the proper techniques and safety of kayaking and paddle boarding. A snack and drink will be provided daily and all kayakers will receive a kayaking T-shirt and certificate on the last day. Guaranteed to be the talk of the summer! Kayakers should be prepared for a change in weather conditions. If a change in the schedule is made, all participants will be notified by phone. For more information, contact Kevin Shute at 443-4112 or kevin@bathymca.org. Dates: June 29 - July 3; July 13-17 Time: 9AM - 12PM; 1-4PM; 9AM - 4PM (full day) Ages: 8 and up Fee: Half day: $200; Full day: $300 NEW! OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP AT SKY LODGE The Bath Area Family Y is very excited to be able to offer this summer, an outdoor adventure program for area youngsters ages 12 15 years old. Youngsters will spend 5 days and 4 nights in a beautiful area of Maine that offers an endless variety of outdoor activities. Swimming, hiking, low and high elements rope course, white water rafting and field sports are just a few of the activities that await campers. The Y s of Maine are fortunate to share the use of Sky Lodge, located in the pristine wilderness of the Kennebec and Moose River Valleys just north of Jackman, Maine. Transportation from the Y and all meals are provided. Dates: July 13 17 Fee: $500 Ages: 12-15 NEW! FENCING MINI CAMP Embrace your inner swordsman! Often called physical chess, fencing is a highly tactical sport that moves at lightening speed. Fencing develops agility, coordination, fitness and chivalry. Join in the swashbuckling fun with a mini-camp at the Bath YMCA! Add some adventure to your summer, try Fencing! At Fencing Camp, you will learn: Footwork & Fencing skills History and rules Teamwork and strategy Warm up & cool down activities Fun fencing games! (All equipment provided, Fencers should wear comfortable clothes that allow free movement. Sneakers and long pant required.) Dates: June 22-26, 2015 Time: 1-4PM Ages: 9-15 Fee: $120 9

GYMNASTICS CAMPS The Bath YMCA Summer Gymnastics Camps have been a community resource for over 30 years. New sessions begin weekly although we encourage children to participate in more than one camp. All participants should wear gym apparel (leotard or shorts & T-shirt), bring a snack, lunch, swimsuit, and towel. Participants must be entering 1st grade (except for Preschool Camp) in the Fall of 2015 to enroll in camp. Get reduced rates by registering early for Pre-Team and Team Camp. (see Fees & Incentives on page 3) PRE-TEAM CAMP Athletes considering future participation on a competitive team will benefit from a week at this camp. Motivated athletes will practice back walk overs, handsprings, pullovers on the bars, and more advanced skills. Gymnasts who are motivated and possess the necessary skills are invited to attend this session. Y membership required. Dates: June 22-26; August 3-7 Days: Mon - Fri Time: 9am - 3pm Fee: $180 TEAM CAMP Competitive gymnasts wishing to improve their overall skills will be delighted with this camp. Participants must be current team members or be invited by the team coaches to attend this advanced week of camp. Check with coaches to see if skill level is appropriate for this camp. Y membership required. Dates: June 29 - July 3; August 10-14 Days: Mon - Fri Time: 9am - 3pm Fee: $180 GYMNASTICS TEAM Competitive gymnasts wishing to improve their overall skills will benefit from these classes. Participants in the late Spring Team Class must be current team members or be invited by the team coaches to attend. Current team members, pre-team members or those invited by team coaches can attend the Late Summer Team Class. Check with coaches to see if skill level is appropriate for these classes. Late Spring Team Class culminates in the Gymnastics Gala on Friday June 19. Y membership required. Late Spring Team Class: Dates: May 18 - June 19 Days: Mon, Thurs Time: 5:30pm - 8pm Fee: $90 10

Summer Team Class: (All team members and pre-teamers invited) Dates: June 22 - August 13 Days: Mon, Thurs Time: 5:30pm - 8pm Fee: $90 YOUTH MINI CAMP Budding gymnasts or those with a casual interest in the sport will enjoy this camp. Athletes will use all the equipment and will be taught handsprings on the floor, jumps on the beam, squats on the vault, and back hip circles on the bars. All abilities are welcome! Dates: July 6-10 July 13-17 August 3-7 Days: Mon, Weds, Fri Time: 9am - 12pm Fee: $90 per week PRESCHOOL CAMP Children ages 2-5 will be gently introduced to all appropriate gymnastics equipment in a structured, non-intimidating manner. For children 2 & 3 years old, parents must stay with the child during the class. For children 4 & 5 years old, parent involvement is encouraged but not required. Dates: July 13-17 July 20-24 Days: Mon, Weds, Fri Time: 9am - 11am Fee: $60 per week TUMBLING / VAULT / MINI TRAMPOLINE CAMP This is a great camp for gymnasts, cheerleaders and tumblers. Dates: July 20-24 July 27-31 Days: Mon, Weds, Fri Time: 9am - 12pm Fee: $90 per week 11

HIGHLIGHTED PROGRAMS AQUATICS - SUMMER ADULT CLASSES Aqua-Ex This exercise program is what exercise was meant to be... FUN! You won t even know you are working as you are surrounded by cool, refreshing water. It will keep you on your toes and on the move for a revitalizing hour of aerobic, strengthening and stretching activities. Treat yourself to new energy and friends as you tone, shape and firm. Easy entry stairs are provided for getting in and out of the pool. It is not necessary to get your face wet or have any swimming skills. Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Time: 11am - 12pm Members only; Free Deep Water Fitness Deep-water exercise classes strengthen and build all over muscle tone without impact to the joints. Discover the fitness and therapeutic benefits of our deep water program. This class promotes flexibility, muscle toning, proper breathing and body alignment/appreciation. Class will use Aqua-Joggers and foam barbells. No swimming ability is required; however participants must be comfortable in deep water. This class meets in the deep end of the pool. Belts will be provided or you may bring your own. Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Time: 9am - 10am Fee: Members: free; Non-Members: $120 The YMCA Arthritis Aquatic Program - YAAP The warmth, buoyancy, and resistive property of water can help decrease pain and stiffness and improve or maintain joint flexibility for individuals with arthritis. An enjoyable and safe recreational water exercise program that includes exercises and activities designed to promote functional endurance as well as musculoskeletal flexibility and strength. All ages are welcome! Days: Tuesday, Thursday Time: 11am - 11:45am Fee: Members: free; Non-Members: $72 12

SPLASH AND DASH Come join us for a great early morning workout. Jump-start your day and still get where you are going on time. This 30-minute class can be used as a stand alone program or in addition to your morning lap swim or exercise routine. Day: Tues & Thurs Time: 7am - 7:45am Members only; Free H20 AEROBICS WITH KIM Join our instructor for this 45-minute intensive workout, which provides a variety of activities ranging from dance routines to boxing to keep your workout exciting. Classes will incorporate cardiovascular conditioning, interval training, resistance exercises, and flexibility. Uses shallow water. Day: Thurs Time: 7pm - 7:45pm Fee: Members Free; Community $72 LIFEGUARD TRAINING Our lifeguard training program provides a comprehensive education centered on preventing accidents in aquatic environments. It includes all the skills and knowledge required for the lifeguard candidate to be effective and successful. Lifeguard training enables students to learn and apply safety principles in their own lives, develop leadership skills, and improve their decision making skills. Pre-requisites: Must pass a swim test. Pre course meeting April 17th at 5pm. Date: April 20-24 Days: Mon - Fri Time: 9am - 4pm Ages: 15+ (proof of age required at registration) Fees: $325 (includes certification, books, and pre-requisites) LIFEGUARD REVIEW AND RECERTIFICATION The American Red Cross requires current lifeguards to participate in a 15 hour recertification class in order to renew their certification. We offer this class only once each spring before the summer beach season begins. Date: May 15,16 & 17 Fee: $175 13

UPCOMING EVENTS PADDLE PALOOZA Join us on the water and make a difference in your community at the same time! On August 8th, we are Paddling for the Y! We ll have a flotilla of kayaks and canoes paddling from the Water Street boat landing on the Androscoggin River to Bay Bridge Landing. This several mile paddle will be fun and raise money for our scholarship program. Each paddler is requested to raise $100 to take part in a day on the water to benefit the Y s Annual Campaign. All participants are invited to a BBQ after the paddle and will receive T-shirts to commemorate the event. Date: August 8 Days: Sat Time: 9am Fee: Each paddler is requested to raise a minimum of $100 DR. LEONARDO BUCK GOLF CLASSIC Join us at Bath Country Club in Bath on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 for this year s Golf Classic in honor of Dr. Buck All proceeds from this event benefit Youth Development at the Bath Area Family Y. Date: July 21 Days: Tuesday Time: 12pm Shotgun Start Scramble Play Team Fee: $300 - includes green fees, 2 carts, and 4 tickets to the Sunset BBQ following the tournament. 14

5K PUMPKIN RUN & KIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN/WALK This year s event will be held on Sunday, October 25th, 2015. The course begins at the Bath Area Family YMCA and runs through residential areas. All proceeds benefit the Y s Annual Campaign. The first 75 registrants will receive YMCA logo wear. Awards will be given to the top 2 finishers in standard age groups in 10 year increments. The award ceremony will begin at 10:30am at the Y. Date: October 25 Days: Sunday Time: Kids Run/Walk: 8:15am 5K Race: 9am Fee: $15 per registration; $20 on race day; $5 for Kids Run/Walk 15

SEASONAL HOURS Monday - Friday: 5am - 9pm Saturday: 7am - 3pm Sunday: 9am - 1pm Closed July 4-5 Closed Sundays in August THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS Pitman-Morrison VFW Post 7738 of Bath Facebook.com/BathYMCA BATH AREA FAMILY YMCA 303 Centre Street Bath, ME 04530 www.bathymca.org 207.443.4112