2016 summer camp magazine (pdf)
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Online Registration atwww.freedom-center.com
703.993.8513
June 20-August 26
The “Freedom”
to customize your
camp experience.
Summer
We offer traditional to extreme
and everything in between!
2016
Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Camps
NEW in 2016!Camp Open House
Sunday, May 22
3:00-5:00pm
Sunday, June 5
3:00-5:00pm
Facility tours
Meet the staff
Turn in required paperwork
Pick up or purchase camp tshirts
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Program Registrationwww.freedom-center.com
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
Contents
How to register:1. Register online at www.freedom-center.com
Available 24 hours a day/7 days a week!
a. Online registration is completed with a full payment for partial day camps
or a $40 deposit for full day camps (paid towards camp balance).
b. Not done yet…Mail, email or drop off additional required Emergency
Camp Form and any other forms required for the specifi c camp program
(see below).
2. For an additional fee of $25, parents may make a reservation for a
30 minute registration session. A staff member will answer questions
and work with you to register your child for the summer. Please call
703-993-8513 to make a reservation.
a. Please bring all required documents and an idea of your child’s camp
schedule to the appointment.
10900 University BoulevardManassas, VA 20110
703.993.8444
Did you know? If a camper is an active Freedom Center member he/she will receive a 10% discount off of camp programs!
Questions? Email the Camp Director at [email protected]
Camp Planning Grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Who We Are . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Traditional Day Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Add Swim Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Aquatics Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
Sports Camps - Full & Partial day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-18
Adventure Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-27
Arts and Education Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-31
Just For the Little Ones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33
Special Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-38
I can’t say enoughwonderful things about the
camps at the Freedom Center. My daughter has been attending programs, including pre-school, at Freedom for almost 10 years now. We know all the counselors (or a lot of them) and staff so it’s like
being with family.
The action packed
schedule.
My child had fun each day and learned a new
sport. Made some new friends and liked his coaches.
Well organized, with a fantastic selection
of great activities to fill our child’s summer days.
The flexible
time for
pickup was
another
bonus.
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“It’s great the
counselors known
my son’s name. I
appreciate the extra
effort to personalize
the experience.”That my child was engaged the entire time. Came back tired with new
friends and new experiences.
The care of the staff. The amount of fun that my child has during camp.
“Having my child become enthusiastic about learning new things!”
He loved it. A combo of sports and
learning!
As a Freedom CenterCamp Parent, I enjoy…
“Of all the summer camps we have attended over the years, this is by far the best experience we’ve had! We love the coach’s enthusiasm and interaction with the children and the level of security you have in place
to ensure our children’s safety! We’ve had other incidents were children ran wild within the facility with little to no supervision, so this comes as a GREAT relief to see such measures being taken. My daughter had so
much fun and it was a direct reflection of the fun the coaches allowed the kids to have.”
Be sure to register early and make final plans for the summer!
$25 last minute registration fee for any new registrations two weeks prior to the camp week.
All forms are available on the Freedom Center’s website!
Required on fi le prior to June 1:
• Camper Emergency Information Form
• Medicine Administration Form if ANY type of medicine is required while at camp
• Required waivers for specifi c camp programs
• ONLY for Camp Freedom & Recreation with Motion Campers – Proof of birth, Physical & Immunization Records
Additional forms required if your child will need medication to
be administered. All forms must be signed by physician.
Camps that require a specifi c waiver(s):
• Paintball
• Equestrian
• Rock Climbing
• Nature
• Natural Adventures
• Leading Edge
• Freedom Wanderers
Survival Camp
• Girls on Fire
• Kayak Fishing
• Fishing
• Mountain Biking
• American Kenpo Karate
Camps (Self Defense, Boxing,
Marital Arts, Jiu Jitsu)
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CAMP NAMEAge
GroupWeek 1 6/20-6/24
Week 2 6/27-7/1
Week 3 7/5-7/8
Week 4 7/11-7/15
Week 5 7/18-7/22
Week 6 7/25-7/29
Week 7 8/1-8/5
Week 8 8/8-8/12
Week 9 8/15-8/19
Week 10 8/22-8/26
American Red Cross Babysitting Course 11-15 4 4 4 4
American Red Cross Jr. Lifeguard Camp 11-14 4
Aquatics Camp 10-14 4 4
Baseball and Recreation Camp 6-12
Basketball Camp - Boys 6-15 4 4
Basketball Camp - Girls 6-15 4
Baseball Camp 6-12 4 4
Boxing Camp 6-12 4 4
Camp Freedom 5.5-12 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
Camp Freedom for Preschoolers 3-5 4 4 4 4 4
Cheerleading Camp 6-13 4 4
Cooking Camp - Sweet Treats 6-12 4
Cooking Camp - Kinder Chef 4-6 4
Cooking Camp - Creative Cuisine 7-9 4
Cooking Camp - Creative Cuisine 10-13 4
Dance Camp 5-8 4
Dance Camp 9-13 4
Engineering for Kids 5-7 4 4 4 4 4 4
Engineering for Kids 8-12 4 4 4 4 4 4
Equestrian Camp 6-15 4 4 4
Extreme Bike Riding Camp 7-13 4 4
Fishing Camp 10-15 4
Football and Recreation Camp 6-13 4 4 4
Freedom Wanders Survival Camp 11-14 4
Girls on Fire Leadership Camp 11-14 4
Gymnastics - Beginner 3-5 4 4
Gymnastics - Beginner 6-9 4 4
Gymnastics - Beginner/Intermediate 6-12 4 4
Hip Hop Camp 9-15 4
In-Line Skate (Rollerblading) Camp 6-13 4 4
Jiu Jitsu Camp 7-14 4
Camp Planning Grid
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CAMP NAMEAge
GroupWeek 1 6/20-6/24
Week 2 6/27-7/1
Week 3 7/5-7/8
Week 4 7/11-7/15
Week 5 7/18-7/22
Week 6 7/25-7/29
Week 7 8/1-8/5
Week 8 8/8-8/12
Week 9 8/15-8/19
Week 10 8/22-8/26
Kayak Fishing Camp 10-15 4 4
Lacrosse and Recreation Camp - Boys 7-13 4 4
Lacrosse and Recreation Camp - Girls 7-13 4 4
Land and Sea Volleyball Camp 10-15 4 4 4
Leading EDGE Camp 11-15 4 4
Learn to Ride a Bike Camp 5-9 4 4
Lights, Camera, Action! Drama Camp 5-8 4 4
Little Hoops Basketball Camp 3-5 4
Mason Game & Technology Academy 9-12 4 4
Martial Arts and Recreation Camp 6-12 4 4
Mountain Biking Camp 10-15 4
Jr. Nature Camp 6-9 4 4 4
Nature Camp 10-13 4 4 4
Natural Adventures 11-15 4
Paintball - Beginner/Intermediate 10-15 4 4
Paintball - Intermediate/Advanced 10-15 4
Paintball - Pee Wee Program 7-9 4 4
Recreation with Motion 5.5-12 4 4 4 4
Rock Climbing Camp 10-15 4 4 4
Science Camp 6-8 4
Science Camp 9-12 4
Scottish Highland Dance Camp 6-13 4
Self-Defense Camp for Girls 6-15 4 4 4
Senior Drama Camp 9-13 4
Skate Board Camp 6-13 4 4
Soccer and Recreation Camp - Boys 6-15 4 4
Soccer and Recreation Camp - Girls 6-15 4 4
Softball Camp 6-15 4 4
Sports Mix Camp 3-5 4 4
Tennis Camp 6-15 4 4 4
Zumba for Kids 7-11 4
The “Freedom” to customize your camp experience.We offer traditional to extreme and everything in between!
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The Freedom Summer Camp Crew“Unity is strength…When there is team work and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved,”
Mattie Stepanek
The Freedom Staff Family is more than a seasonal summer crew. The unique aspect
of our staff is what makes our camp an experience for all campers throughout the
summer. Each counselor is strategically hired then scheduled with the appropriate
group to ensure his/her strengths are being put to work. Our staff and our program is
one of a kind and will ensure a summer your camper will never forget.
Our staff is committed to providing your camper a safe environment, caring and
experienced camp counselors, and fun-fi lled dynamic days. The summer of 2016 will
kick off our 15th summer camp season! Our site is licensed by the Commonwealth of
Virginia as Child Day Center, and we are proud to say that our program exceeds many
of their established standards.
We hire those with a passion to PLAY! Each counselor on FAFC’s summer camp staff
is a well-trained, enthusiastic and motivating individual over the age of 18. Several
summer counselors have been with us for one or more seasons and may have even
been a previous camper!
Each staff member has been screened through an interview process, received back
ground checks and references verifi ed to ensure the safety of your camper. Camp
counselors are required to attend an orientation and training prior to the fi rst day of
camp. Throughout the training, counselors participate in child development workshops,
team building activities, earn a certifi cation in First Aid, CPR and Blood Borne Pathogen
and several other exciting and benefi cial activities to ensure a successful and safe
camp season. Training also offers counselors time to plan programs, work to build
a positive group atmosphere and requires staff to embark on fi nding solutions to
challenging situations that may occur throughout the summer and preventative tools to
work towards an anti-bullying environment.
Who We Are!
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
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“I loved the aspect of team bonding and collaboration with your co-workers. Most
companies might not make it an emphasis to promote co-worker relationships but getting along with and working well with your co-workers is an important aspect of any job but especially in this
setting. The two weeks of training gave us a great opportunity to do that and I ran into virtually no
conflict with other employees,”Freedom Center Camp Counselor
Sample Schedule for a Traditional Full Day Camp9:00 – 10:00 am Campers break into groups for name games and team building activities
10:00 – 11:00 am Outdoor recreational activity
11:00 – 11:30 am Snack
11:30 am – 12:30 pm Outdoor recreational activity
12:30 – 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 pm Indoor arts and crafts activity
2:00 – 3:00 pm Free Swim
3:00 – 3:45 pm Snack
3:45 – 4:00 pm Recreational activity
4:00 – 4:30 pm Free recreational time in gymnasium & sign out
Sample Schedule for a Sports Full Day Camp8:00 – 9:00 am Campers break into groups and are transported to camp location
9:00 – 9:30 am Team building activities and warm ups
9:30 – 11:00 am Skills practice and games
11:00 – 11:30 am Snack and shade break
11:30 am – 12:00 pm Tournament and game play
12:00 – 12:30 pm Transported back to Freedom Center
12:30 – 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 pm Indoor recreational activity
2:00 – 3:00 pm Free Swim
3:00 – 4:00 pm Indoor recreational activity
4:00 – 4:30 pm Snack & sign out
A Camper’s Typical Day at Full Day Traditional Camps or Sports Camps
This is my son’s third summer at Freedom Center camps. He really likes the counselors and you guys
do a great job hiring the right staff. They are always fun yet
take the job seriously.
Parent CampManual
Don’t forget to read the
for all camp details!
Before/After Care included
with ALL camps!
Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured
activities during the time periods before and after their camp times.
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TraditionalDay Camps
Camp Freedom (Ages **5 ½ -12)
Weeks 1-10 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $225
Week 3 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $180 (No camp July 4)
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center
Experience a little of everything when enrolled in Camp Freedom! Whether your
camper is interested in soccer or painting he or she will enjoy a week in Camp
Freedom! The weekly schedule will be based around a different exciting theme each
week. Camp’s activities will include a broad range of recreational sports and games,
arts and crafts, a daily swim, weekly fi eld trip, and participate in special enrichment
sessions.
Some activities may include whipping up a
recipe, recreational sports games, nutrition
education, science experiments, and drama
games and skits. Once a week campers will
have the opportunity to work with certifi ed
athletic trainers and participate in fi tness
related games and activities. Counselors
encourage cooperation and teamwork in a fun
and positive atmosphere.
Campers should bring tennis shoes,
swimsuit, towel, lunch, snacks, and
sunscreen each day. *Before and after care
included from 6:30 am – 6:30 pm.
**Campers at the 5
½ age must have
completed a year of
full day kindergarten
*Before and after care available from 6:30-9:00 am and
4:30-6:30 pm at no additional charge for full day campers.
Campers are divided up into
camp groups based on age.
Groups may be subdivided
each week depending on
enrollment numbers.
Group A – Ages 5 ½ -7
Group B – Ages 8-9
Group C – Ages 10-12
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
Themes for Camp Freedom
Week 1 Aloha Summer
Week 2 Music Makers
Week 3 Red, White & Blue - Freedom Family
Week 4 Blast into Space
Week 5 Down on the farm
Week 6 Ooze, Goo & Slime Science
Week 7 Wonders of Nature & Keepers of the Earth
Week 8 Freedom Olympics
Week 9 Spirit Week
Week 10 Summer Wrap Up & Carnival
Campt-shirt
Included!
“I had heard wonderful things though (about FAFC CAMP), and my expectations
were high. I was not disappointed. After the first day, I knew they were hooked. They both loved their camps and were excited
by what they had learned and experienced. My favorite part? Knowing my children are
cared for and are spending their days playing and learning...and loving every minute.”
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Recreation with Motion Camp (Ages **5 ½ -13)
Week 3 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $180 (No camp July 4)
Weeks 4, 6 or 9 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $225
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center
How do you cram a variety of different sports into one week?
Come experience Recreation with Motion Camp! Campers will
focus on physical development through athletics and recreation
activities. Stressing both individual achievement and teamwork,
counselors encourage campers to participate in a variety of sports
and physical games, as well as promote skill development in sports
they have played previously. Activities include a selection of sports
and games chosen by the campers along with the direction of their
counselors.
Daily activities may include basketball, volleyball, fl ag football,
soccer, obstacle courses, relay races, capture the fl ag and much
more. In between the variety of sports, campers will have the
opportunity to enjoy a daily swim. Once a week campers will have
the opportunity to work with certifi ed athletic trainers and participate in fi tness related games
and activities. Recreation camp will also feature weekly fi eld trips. Campers should bring
tennis shoes, swimsuit, towel, lunch, snacks, and sunscreen each day. *Before and after care
included from 6:30 am – 6:30 pm.
**Campers at the 5 ½ age must have
completed a year of full day kindergarten
Campers are divided up into
camp groups based on age.
Groups may be subdivided
each week depending on
enrollment numbers.
Pee Wee Rec – Ages 6 -7Jr Rec – Ages 8-9Sr. Rec – Ages 10-13
Themes for Recreation with Motion Camp
Week 3 Red, White & Blue - Freedom Family
Week 4 Blast into Space
Week 6 Ooze, Goo & Slime Science
Week 9 Spirit Week
Campt-shirt
Included!
Add Afternoon Swim Lessons to Your Campers Day!One Week Sessions; $55/week
Weeks 1-10 4:00 – 4:45 pm
Monday through Thursday for beginning and intermediate swimmers. Participants
are offered the opportunity to participate in a swim program following full day camp.
Participants are divided based on skill once the program begins. Camp counselors
will escort campers to their lessons and supervise throughout the session.
Camp Swim Lessons are for Full Day Campers only.
Afternoon Sessions are open to all Full Day Camps
except campers enrolled in ADVENTURE CAMPS (with
the exception to NATURE CAMPS).
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AquaticsCampsFull & Partial Day
Aquatics Camp (Ages 10-14)
Week 2 or 7 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $260
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Lobby
This Camp is for those who love the
water! Our Camp will cover stroke mechanics,
teambuilding, dryland training, race strategy, and
an intro to diving and water polo. Each day of
aqua camp will be a mix of lessons that teach
competitive swimming skill development with
aquatic games and water safety skills(preventing
and responding to aquatic emergencies). The
participant should bring swim suit(s), at least 2
towels, goggles, snacks, and lunch.
Prerequisites: Campers must be able to swim
25 yards front craw with rhythmic breathing and
25 yards backstroke, tread water for 1 minute
and be able to submerge underwater for 10 feet.
NEW!! Jr. Aquatics Camp (Ages 6-9)
Week 4 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $260
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Lobby
For those who are still learning to be comfortable in the water. This camp seeks to
acclimate new swimmers to an aquatic environment. This camp will cover and build on
basic aquatic skills with an emphasis on water adjustment, kicking, front and back fl oats,
combinations skills(arms and legs). Each day of camp will have a mix of structured lessons
and water games designed to build on basic aquatic skills. Participants will also have safety
lessons and participate in craft activities. The participant should bring swim suit(s), at least
2 towels, goggles, snacks, and lunch.
Prerequisites: must be able to submerge face and
be comfortable in chest deep water.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
The participant should bring
swim suit(s), at least 2 towels,
goggles, snacks, and lunch.
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“My son is excited about camp. I’m impressed by the variety of
activities and the organization of the camp. Everyone is happy and always in a good mood. The counselors are “cool” and encourage my son to enjoy his time
at camp. Well done- I love it!!
American Red Cross Jr. Lifeguard Camp (Ages 11-14)
Week 3 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $260 (No camp July 4)
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Lobby
The American Red Cross now offers a Junior Lifeguarding Course for those ages 11-14. This
is a great way to learn the basics to lifeguarding from our current lifeguard instructors. This
camp strictly follows the American Red Cross Course. Prerequisites must be met prior to the
camp starting. Contact Ashley at [email protected] to stop in to complete them at any time!
Prerequisites are:
• Swim front crawl 25 yards continuously with front or side breathing.
• Swim breaststroke for 25 yards with correct movement
• Tread water for 1 minute
• Float on back for 30 seconds
• Swim 10 feet underwater
Before/After
Care included
with ALL
camps!
Full-day camps include before and after carefrom 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised,
self-directed, unstructured activities during the
time periods before and after their camp times.
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SportsCampsFull & Partial Day
Basketball Camp (Ages 6-15)
Boys: Week 2 or 6 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $260
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00pm $145
Girls: Week 5 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $260
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00pm $145
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center
Calling all beginners through advanced basketball
players! This camp curriculum emphasizes skill
improvement, physical conditioning and development of
offensive moves and defensive strategies. Campers are
divided into small groups based on age, experience, and
ability level to ensure a high quality and benefi cial
program. Lectures and motivational sessions focus on
personal development, teamwork and enjoyment of the
sport. All participants will compete in 3 on 3, 5 on 5
and tournament competitions. Full Day Campers will
swim on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each
camp week. Campers may participate in basketball
activities both inside and outside throughout the
week. Billy Fields, former Providence College guard
and 3 on 3 World Champion,
directs the experienced coaching
staff for both boys and girls camps.
Full day campers may be signed in/out at the Freedom Center or off site location.
Partial day campers must be signed in/out from the off site location.
FAFC DOES NOT provide transportation to partial day campers.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
Campers will receive an officialFreedomCenter
Basketball Camp T-Shirt.
PARTIAL DAYOPTION ADDED!!
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Baseball and Recreation Camp (Ages 6-12)
Week 2 or 5 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 8:15 am – 11:15 am $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center
Partial Day: E.G. Smith Baseball Complex
Campers sharpen their baseball skills in this exciting camp. Designed for beginner through
advanced players, instructors divide campers into groups based on age, experience and ability
level. This camp includes a morning packed with a variety of baseball stations and fun. If
enrolled in the full day option, campers will return to the Freedom Center for an afternoon of
lunch, swimming and sports and recreational activities. Campers must bring a glove, baseball
cleats, bat, snacks, sunscreen, and a water bottle.
Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready for
transportation to the E.G. Smith Baseball Complex.
Full day campers may be signed in/out at the Freedom Center or off
site location.
Partial day campers must be signed in/out
from the off site location.
FAFC DOES NOT provide
transportation to partial
day campers.
Before/After Care included
with ALL camps!
Boxing Camp (Ages 6-12)
Week 4 or 7 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $260
Partial Day 8:30 am – 11:30 am $145
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center
Partial Day: American Kenpo Karate Academy
Campers will be exposed to the basics of boxing, including physical aspects
and rules and regulations. Campers work specifi cally on conditioning drills,
speed coordination, and balance. Campers also learn shadow sparring, jumping
rope, and the proper technique to punch speed bags and heavy bags. The
instructors perform LIGHT sparring with the campers (campers do not spar each
other). Full day campers will enjoy a morning session of boxing, then return to
the Freedom Center for lunch and recreational activities, swimming and sign out.
Training gloves are included and will go home at the end of the camp week.
Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready
for transportation to American Kenpo Karate.
Full-day camps include before and after carefrom 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised,
self-directed, unstructured activities during the
time periods before and after their camp times.
Cheerleading Camp (Ages 6-13)
Week 1 or 10 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Studio
Have a camper who is ready to start cheering for his or her favorite team?
Future or current cheerleaders interested in learning proper techniques for routines,
jumps, cheers, basic tumbling and more will fi nd a great fi t in this camp. Campers
will work together all week to develop a team routine to demonstrate and work on
individual skills. On Friday, Campers will invite parents and friends to watch the group’s
routine! Campers must wear comfortable clothes (no jeans please), tennis shoes and bring
a snack and water bottle. If enrolled in the full day option, the camp day will include lunch,
swimming and crafts, sports and recreational activities.
The structured Cheer program will run from 1:00-4:00 for full and partial day campers.
Parent CampManual
Don’t forget to read the
for all camp details!
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Football and Recreation Camp (Ages 6-13)
Week 2 Full Day 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am –12:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center
Partial Day: Brandon Way Park
Week 4 Full Day 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am –12:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center
Partial Day: Brandon Way Park
Intermediate/Advanced Week
Week 6 Full Day 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am –12:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center
Partial Day: Brandon Way Park
Touchdown! Is your camper a beginner or need to prepare
for the fall league? This camp introduces and reinforces the
basics of football without contact play. Campers learn proper
throwing techniques, catching, ball handling, kicking, and
offensive and defensive game strategy. Camp is designed
with developmental games and activities for beginners
through advanced players stressing the fundamentals that
will teach players good habits and make each camper a
more consistent player on the fi eld. Camp includes a morning
session of football drills, conditioning and game play (with
fl ags) followed by an afternoon of lunch, swimming and other
sports and recreational activities for those choosing the full day option.
Jiu Jitsu and Recreation Camp (Ages 7-14)
Week 2 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 8:30 am – 11:30 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center
Partial Day: American Kenpo Karate Academy
Jiu Jitsu known as the gentle art teaches children how to control a larger opponent on the
ground without hurting the aggressor. This system was founded by the Gracie family and is
based on ground maneuvers to neutralized opponents in a safe way. Jiu Jitsu is a martial art
that not only teaches the most effective self-defense on the ground but also self-discipline,
self-control and respect for others. This camp will be fi lled with fun and great exercise.
Campers will be learning; take downs, ground control, and fi nishing holds. Campers will
also learn basic positions on top like guard, side control mounted position etc. They will be
learning basic escapes and counters.
Bring water, a loose top and shorts, and get ready to learn and have fun! Full day campers
will enjoy a morning session of Jiu Jitsu, then return to the Freedom Center for lunch,
recreational activities, swimming and sign out.
Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready for
transportation to the American Kenpo Karate Academy.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
SportsCampsFull & Partial Day
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Campers will be participating in volleyball
activities in the pool each day. Swim suit and towel required.
Lacrosse and Recreation Camp (Ages 7-13)
Boys: Week 1 or 7 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $125
Girls: Week 5 or 7 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Brandon Way Park
Campers will learn the basics of lacrosse, from cradling to passing, and get ready to
compete with instruction in cutting, shooting, and dodging. Intermediate players focus on
position, specifi c skills, and offensive/defensive strategies. In order to ensure each camp
a benefi cial camp week, instructors divide campers into groups based on age, experience
and ability level. The full day camp includes a morning session of lacrosse offsite and will
return to the Freedom Center for an afternoon of lunch, swimming and other sports and
recreational activities. Bring a lacrosse stick, cleats, tennis shoes, mouth guard, snacks,
sunscreen, and a water bottle.
Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready f
or transportation to Brandon Way.
Land and Sea Volleyball Camp (Ages 10-15)
Week 4, 7 or 9 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full & Partial Day: Freedom Center
If you love regular volleyball you will love the twist we’ve put on this one. Not only will you
develop skills necessary to play volleyball on land, we take it a little further and have some of
the same fun in the water under the guidance of Olga O’Brien, volleyball coach and former
GMU star player. Full day campers will enjoy a morning session of volleyball followed by
lunch, pool time and other sports and recreational activities.
Full day campers may be signed in/out at the Freedom Center or off site location.
Partial day campers must be signed in/out from the off site location.
FAFC DOES NOT provide transportation to partial day campers.
My daughter loved the camp!The instructors were awesome and she learned so much. She is
confident and is hoping to try out for her middle school volleyball
team. My younger daughter cannot wait until she is able to
attend the camp.
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Martial Arts and Recreation Camp (Ages 6-12)
Week 1 or 5 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 8:30 am – 11:30 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: American Kenpo Karate Academy
Introduce youngsters to the world of martial arts!
The lead instructor, Jose Ponce, is an 8th degree
black belt of the American Kenpo Karate Academy.
Campers work on the physical aspect with balance,
strength, agility and conditioning drills. During this
class, the “A to Z” of Karate basics will be taught:
basics, stances, combinations, sets, sparring, point
sparring, breaking, stretching, kicks, jump kicks,
take downs, target applications and self-defense.
Children are introduced to the history and philosophy
of martial arts and the rules of sport competition Full
day campers will enjoy a morning session of Martial
Arts, then return to the Freedom Center for lunch,
recreational activities, swimming and sign out.
Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready for transportation to the
American Kenpo Karate Academy.
Equestrian Camp (Ages 6-15)
Week 3 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $396 (No camp July 4)
Partial Day 8:00 am – 12:00 pm $304
Week 5 or 7 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $495
Partial Day 8:00 am – 12:00 pm $380
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Clover Brooke Stables - Nokesville
Saddle up! This camp offers participants an opportunity to learn how to ride during daily
mounted lessons. Camp curriculum includes horse safety tips, safe handling techniques,
grooming, tacking, and other horsemanship skills. Wear hard fl at-soled shoes with 1/2
inch heel (required to ride), and long pants or shorts with chaps. Any campers arriving
in sandals or tennis shoes will not be permitted to ride due to safety issues. All other
equipment is supplied. A demonstration mini-horse show will be held on the last day of
each weekly session. Bring snack, water bottle and sun screen. Partial day campers meet
and dismiss from Clover Brooke. Camp is held rain or shine.
Full day campers must be at FAFC by 7:25am to be transported to camp location.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
SportsCampsFull & Partial Day
Full day campers may be signed in/out at the Freedom Center or off site location.
Partial day campers must be signed in/out from the off site location.
FAFC DOES NOT provide transportation to partial day campers.
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Self-defense Camp for Girls (Ages 6-15)
Week 3 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $192 (No camp July 4)
Partial Day 8:00 am – 12:00 pm $100
Week 6 or 8 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 8:30 am – 11:30 am $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: American Kenpo Karate Academy
This is a fantastic camp for all girls, so that they can understand, avoid, and deal with
dangerous situations. Girls learn techniques to handle situations where they need
practical and effective self defense. To teach effective techniques against common attacks, we use bags, hand targets, shields, and
blocking bats on realistic targets in motion. The instructors wear partial or full red man suit (protective suit) and we create scenarios to
test skills learned. An important aspect of this camp is awareness; police offi cers give a short talk about awareness and prevention. Full
day campers will enjoy a morning session of Self Defense, then return to the Freedom Center for lunch, recreational activities, swimming
and sign out.
Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready
for transportation to the American Kenpo Karate Academy.
Soccer and Recreation Camp (Ages 6-15)
Boys: Week 4 or 8 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $125
Girls: Week 2 or 6 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center
Partial Day: Brandon Way Park
Whether your camper is preparing for the next World Cup or just beginning a soccer career, this
camp is a perfect opportunity for novice through intermediate players. The week of camp offers
participants lots of time “on the ball” to improve kicking, dribbling, shooting and passing skills.
Players will learn positions and offensive/defensive strategies. Coaches emphasize physical
conditioning and teamwork while participating in developmentally fun and challenging games.
Instructors divide campers into groups based on age, experience and ability level to ensure a
positive experience. Campers enrolled in the full day option will enjoy the morning session of
soccer offsite and return to the Freedom Center for an afternoon of lunch, swimming and other
sports and recreational activities. Campers should bring cleats, shin guards, snacks, sunscreen,
and a water bottle.
Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready for
transportation to Brandon Way.
Before/After Care included
with ALL camps!
Full-day camps include before and after carefrom 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised,
self-directed, unstructured activities during the
time periods before and after their camp times.
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Softball Camp (Ages 6-15)
Week 1 or 8 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 8:15 am –11:15 am $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center
Partial Day: E.G. Smith Baseball Complex
Girls just want to have fun! Is your camper looking for a new sport to try or currently
playing softball? This camp will offer a great opportunity to introduce or reinforce softball
skills through a variety of games and activities. Campers will be divided by age and ability
to work on hitting, base running, sliding, catching and throwing. Camp will also cover fi eld
drills, pitching and pop-ups. Campers enrolled in the full day option will enjoy the morning
session of softball offsite and return to the Freedom Center for an afternoon of lunch,
swimming and other sports and recreational activities. Please bring a glove, snacks, water
bottle, and sunscreen.
Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready
for transportation to the E.G. Smith Baseball Complex.
Tennis Camp (Ages 6-15)
Week 1, 5, or 7 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Stonewall Jackson HS
Join Coach James and crew on the courts this
summer! Does your camper have a passion for
tennis or ready to develop the passion for the lifelong
sport? The week of camp will include techniques for
proper grip, body position, stroking the ball forehand
and backhand, footwork, and game play. This camp
includes a morning session of developmental tennis
games and activities, followed by an afternoon of
lunch, swimming and other sports and recreational
activities at the Freedom Center for those choosing
the full day option. Designed for beginner through
advanced players, instructors divide campers into groups based on age, experience and
ability level. Bring a racquet, tennis shoes, snack, a water bottle, and sunscreen.
Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready for
transportation to Stonewall Jackson High School.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
SportsCampsFull & Partial Day
Full day campers may be signed in/out at the Freedom Center or off site location.
Partial day campers must be signed in/out from the off site location.
FAFC DOES NOT provide transportation to partial day campers.
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Skate Board Camp (Ages 6-13)
Week 1 or 8 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $315
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:30 pm $200
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Parking Lot
Radical dude! Extreme fun beginner through
intermediate skateboard riders. Learn to push, ride,
tack-turn, kick turn, approach ramps, rock n’roll, rock
to fakie, ollie, drop in, skate park etiquette and more.
Have fun, learn fast and practice skills while riding our
mobile skate park & street course with quarter pipes,
fun box, grind box, launch ramps, kicker ramps and
more. Bring a snack, plenty of water, skate board,
skate board helmet, elbow & knee pads and wrist
guards. Participants receive offi cial camp t-shirt and
sticker. Camp held rain or shine.
Parent CampManual
Don’t forget to read the
for all camp details!
In-Line Skate (Rollerblading) Camp (Ages 6-13)
Week 1 or 8 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $315
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:30 pm $200
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Parking Lot
Extreme fun! Learn fast, be safe and have fun in
this inline skills and adventure camp. Learn how
gear up, stand up, avoid falling down, skate with
good form, stop on a dime, negotiate obstacles,
evasive maneuvers, skate backwards and more.
Activities include instruction, skating games, skate
tours and skate maintenance. Bring a snack,
plenty of water, inline skates, helmet, elbow &
knee pads and wrist guards. Participants receive offi cial camp t-shirt and sticker.
Camp held rain or shine.
For questions about camp contact American Inline.
Email: [email protected] Or call 703-994-7617
Adventure Camps
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
Waiver required!
for Adventure Camps
His confidencewas boosted, he enjoyed interacting with other
kids who had a passion for skateboarding, and he loved having older counselors that
were inspirational to him.
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Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
Extreme Bike Riding Camp (Ages 7-13)
Week 1 or 8 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $315
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:30 pm $200
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Parking Lot
This camp provides a hands-on, educational
way for children to master the art of bicycle
riding. Learn bike riding, steering, shifting gears,
pedal cadence, climbing and descending hills,
riding ramps, safety and rules of the road. Ride
confi dence courses, go on short bike tours and
even ride ramps. This camp will put you on the
fast track to becoming a better, more confi dent
bike rider. Pre-requisite: participants must be
able ride their bike confi dently for extended
periods without assistance. Bring bike without
training wheels, bike gloves, helmet, water bottle,
hydration pack and snack. Participants receive
t-shirt and sticker. Camp will be held rain or
shine. Participants may store bike overnight in
the locked trailer or pick it up each day. If camper
plans to bring his/her bike home each day a bike
lock is required.
Learn to Ride a Bike Camp (Ages 5-9)
Week 1 or 8 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $315
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:30 pm $200
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Parking Lot
Learning to ride a bike is a rite of passage; a skill that once acquired, is never forgotten.
Teach a child to ride and you have opened the doors to a lifetime of fresh air fun and
two wheeled adventure. This camp is for kids who are ready to say good-bye to their
training wheels. Participants may start out with them, but learn to ride with no training
wheels during this camp. Learn how to get on your bike, fi nd balance, start, brake &
stop, steer, ride confi dence courses, play bike riding games and go on short bike tours
when ready. Bring bike with or without training wheels, bike gloves, helmet, bottle
with water & snack. Participants receive t-shirt and sticker. Camp will be held rain or
shine. Participants may store bike overnight in the locked trailer or pick it up each day.
If camper plans to bring his/her bike home each day a bike lock is required.
Full day campers may be signed in/out at the Freedom Center or off site location.
Partial day campers must be signed in/out from the off site location.
FAFC DOES NOT provide transportation to partial day campers.
Loved this camp! Colleena learned to ride
a two wheel bikein ONE week!
Adventure Camps
Waiver required!
for Adventure Camps
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Fishing Camp (Ages 10-15)
Week 5 8:00 am – 5:00 pm $485
Location Drop Off & Pick Up –Freedom Center
Throw your bait in and fi sh! Campers will
experience fi shing instruction and games to enforce
skills each day, while anticipating the great catch!
Virginia Fishing Adventures offers campers the
opportunity to learn beginner and intermediate
tactics for freshwater fi shing in nearby private
ponds and rivers. Instructors will facilitate activities
to teach the basic aspects of fi shing and proper
techniques for knots, casting and much more!
Campers will also gain knowledge of local fi sh and
bodies of water, catch and release and other fi shing
related skills. Campers may also earn their fi shing
merit badge through this program.
Safety is our number one priority, so campers will wear lifejackets when in the water
or on a boat. Virginia Fishing Adventures provides all bait and tackle, rods and reels,
lifejackets, and good times. Campers will travel to private ponds and the Rappahannock
and Rapidan Rivers. Campers will also participate in fl oat trips on rafts and extended
fi shing time at each site. Campers should bring a lunch, snacks, a water bottle,
swimwear, and sunscreen each day.
Transportation to the offsite locations will be
leaving promptly at 8:00 am each camp morning.
Please visit www.virginiafi shingadventures.com for a
detailed description of our weekly activities.
Kayak Fishing Camp (Ages 10-15)
Week 2 or 10 8:00 am – 5:00 pm $485
Location Drop Off & Pick Up –Freedom Center
Join Virginia Outside, LLC for an introduction to kayaking
and kayak fi shing. Our staff will instruct you on safety,
paddling, and general maneuvering of a sit-on-top kayak.
As you learn throughout the week at various locations
we will incorporate fi shing, sightseeing and touring while
paddling on all types of water. From local lakes and
rivers like Bull Run, Fountainhead, and tidal creeks of
the Potomac. We will progress to days on lazy rivers that
include the Shenandoah, Rappahannock, and Rapidan
Rivers.
A kayak is a great way to get close to nature and we expect to see bald eagles,
ospreys, herons, deer and beaver. When we are fi shing our catch will include large and
smallmouth bass, catfi sh, sunfi sh, crappie, and maybe even the infamous snakehead.
Kayaks, paddles, life vests, and fi shing gear are provided by Virginia Outside, LLC. .
Participants should bring water shoes, hat, sunscreen, lunch, and water bottle. Don’t
forget your water proof camera!
Adventure Camps
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
Waiver required!
for Adventure Camps
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REMINDER:All campers must bring snacks,
water bottle and tennis shoes. Full Day campers must bring LUNCH,
bathing suit and towel.
LOW IMPACT Beginner/Intermediate Paintball Camp (Ages 10-15)
Week 5 or 7 9:30 am – 4:00 pm $465
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center OR Pev’s (Aldie location)
Campers learn snap shooting, breakouts, bunker movements, game communication, how
to develop game strategy, and more. Professional paintball players will be at each camp
to coach, give examples and share stories of their experience. Participants MUST use
the standard rental equipment, which is available at no extra cost. Personal equipment is
not permitted. Paintball mask is required and is available at the fi eld if participant does
not have one. Unlimited air fi lls are included. Camp price includes 2 cases of paint for the
prices of one!! Pizza and drink included each day as well. Campers should bring tennis
shoes, lunch, snacks, a water bottle, and sunscreen. Camp held rain or shine.
**Transportation PROVIDED to PEV’s Paintball –
Campers must arrive at the Freedom Center
by 8:30am to utilize transportation.
Campers will return by 5:00pm.
**6:30am-6:30pm before/after care included in price.
Mountain Biking (Ages 10-15)
Week 4 8:00 am – 5:00 pm $485
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center
Northern Virginia has some of the best urban mountain biking trails around! Join the staff
of Virginia Outside and Freedom Center Counselors for daily instruction, trail rides, and lots
of fun. Campers will develop beginner and intermediate mountain biking skills including:
steering, shifting, hill climbing and descending, log hopping, dodging obstacles, etiquette,
maintenance, safety and more. Campers ride in the morning, have a midday activity with
time to cool down then get back on the bikes in the afternoon. Bikes and helmets can be
provided by Virginia Outside; however, campers are encouraged to bring their own that
they are comfortable riding. Campers will have the option to leave their bikes safely with
the instructor each night. Campers should bring a lunch, snacks, a water bottle, swimwear,
and sunscreen each day. A bike lock is required if camper brings their own bike.
Transportation to the offsite locations will be
leaving promptly at 8:00 am each camp morning.
For more information on Virginia Outside, visit http://virginiaoutside.com.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
Adventure Camps
Waiver required!
for Adventure Camps
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Intermediate/Advanced Paintball Camp (Ages 10-15)
Week 8 9:30 am – 4:00 pm $465
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center OR Pev’s (Aldie location)
**Prerequisite: Must have attended Beginner Camp within the last three years or
experience at another program
Campers take their skills to the next level of competitive paintball play by learning to play
different game formats such as NPPL 7 Man Tournament Play and PSP 5 Man X-Ball Tournament
Play. Participants will learn the three main segments of game play; 1) The Breakout, 2)
Controlling the Game, and 3) Closing the Game. Campers will be learn pre-game strategies such
as “walking the fi eld” which is one of most critical components to establishing team strategy.
Participants will also learn advanced techniques and strategies, such as establishing sweet spots
and shooting lanes, bunker movement, and strategies for making a “push”. On the fi nal day,
participants will play tournament style games to simulate a tournament. Participants may bring
their own equipment or use standard rental equipment, which is available at no extra cost. Camp
price includes 2 cases of paint for the prices of one!! Pizza and drink included each day as well.
Campers should bring tennis shoes, lunch, snacks, a water bottle, and sunscreen. Camp held
rain or shine.
**Transportation PROVIDED to PEV’s Paintball – Campers must arrive at the Freedom
Center by 8:30am to utilize transportation. Campers will return by 5:00pm.
**6:30am-6:30pm before/after care included in price.
Pee Wee Paintball Camp (Ages 7-9)
Week 4 or 6 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $395
Partial Day 9:00 am – 1:00 pm $170
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center OR Pev’s (Aldie location)
Partial Day: PEV’s Paintball Park (Aldie location)
Pev’s “PeeWee” Paintball camp is designed for campers to enjoy all the high-energy action of paintball but with gentler features for
young kids. Campers can enjoy forts, towers, and caves all while strategizing, dodging and blasting their opponents with paint. Campers
will uses specially designed JT Splatmaster™ paintball equipment for younger children.
Game rules are modifi ed to accommodate younger children and allow them to enjoy the excitement of paintball. Campers should bring
tennis shoes, lunch, snacks a water bottle and sunscreen. Camp price includes paint. Full day campers will return to the Freedom Center
for swimming, sports and recreational activities! Transportation is included in Pee Wee Camp for FULL DAY campers. Full day participants
must be at Freedom Center by 8:10am to utilize transportation. Camp held rain or shine.
**6:30am-6:30pm before/after care included in price.
“I loved that my kidsLOVED the paintball camp.
This is the ONLY camp that my kids want more of, that they look
forward to, that they get up early to prepare for and are filled with excitement about the days events
when I pick them up. “
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Leading EDGE Camp (Ages 11-15)
Week 2 or 7 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $285
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center
Climb and leap to new heights this summer
at The EDGE. As you and fellow adventurers
tackle all the challenges the course has to
offer, you’ll form friendships, grow as leaders,
develop outdoor recreation skills, and have tons
of fun. Some of the activities that campers
may participate in include balancing the tilting
Whale Watch, navigating the Blind Maze,
climbing the Alpine Tower, and leaping off the
Power Pole. As individuals, you can push to
your best limits and as a group you can build
a terrifi c team to overcome all the obstacles
thrown your way.
Throughout the week, everyone will
have the chance to contribute to a
community oriented team service
project, and toward the end of
camp, we’ll enjoy an action packed
day on the Total Team Challenge.
The types of activities and time
on them may vary according to
the weather and groups progress,
however, campers should bring
with them closed toed and closed
heeled shoes, a lunch, snacks,
a refi llable water bottle, and sun
screen each day. Swimwear
is also required everyday, as
campers will have swim time
at the Freedom Center pool or
will participate in outdoor water
activities.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
Adventure Camps
Waiver required!
for Adventure Camps
ALL campers should bring snacks, water bottle, sunscreen, athletic shoes daily and
a parent signed risk form for the EDGE. Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
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Natural Adventures Camp (Ages 11-15)
Week 3 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $390 (No camp July 4)
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center
This camp will give you the chance to do exciting activities like canoeing, rock
climbing, and hiking. Campers will spend the fi rst day on the EDGE challenge
course, and the rest of the week rock climbing at Great Falls National Park, hiking
in the Shenandoah National Park, and canoeing. You will learn adventure skills
and have hands-on experiences with the natural environment along the way. A
certifi ed instructor will lead technical activity fi eld trips, as quality and safety are
important for these exciting adventures.
Campers need to bring lunch and snacks for the long days to give them enough
fuel and energy, a large water bottle to carry with them, and sunscreen for
each day. Swimwear is also advised, as most days will have swim time at the
Freedom Center pool or they will be getting wet on their offsite trips. Bringing an
extra change of clothes may also be recommended throughout the week. Some
activities and locations may change slightly depending on very hot or stormy
weather and other factors, but campers should expect to have fun rain or shine!
Please wear close-toed and close-heeled shoes and appropriated clothing. All
trip fees are included in camp price. A weekly schedule will be available in
advance of camp start date.
Transportation to the offsite locations will be leaving promptly at 8:30 am
each camp morning. Campers are transported in mini vans.
Parent CampManual
Don’t forget to read the
for all camp details!
Junior Nature Camp (Ages 6-9)
Week 1, 6 or 10 Full Day 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $240
Partial Day 8:30 am – 12:30 pm $130
Location Drop Off & Pick Up –Freedom Center
The EDGE Nature Camp offers a half-day program for campers to experiences nature hands on the
Piedmont Trail right outside the Freedom Center’s backdoor. Mason’s Campus has 10 acres of beautiful
green space with a trail that winds through forest, wetlands, and grassland, providing the perfect setting
for growing minds to explore, get their hands dirt, and learn about nature. In addition, campers will have
a guest speaker from the Keep Prince William Beautiful organization to share with them special hands-
on and sensory activities. Their time will be fi lled with stories, nature walks, games, and full-sensory
immersion in the natural world. The types of activities and time on them may vary according to the weather
and groups progress, however, campers should bring with them closed toed and closed heeled shoes, a
lunch, snacks, a refi llable water bottle, swimwear, and sun screen each day.
Full day campers will spend the morning session outdoors with the
Nature Camp experts. At 12:30pm, campers will continue their day
with swimming, recreational games and crafts!
“Our camper had a fantastic time at Great Falls this week. It was
a great confidence booster too!”
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Nature Camp (Ages 10-13)
Week 1, 6 or 10 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $285
Location Drop Off & Pick Up –Freedom Center
The EDGE Nature Camp offers a full day program for campers to experiences more in-
depth hands on activities with nature right outside the Freedom Center’s Backdoor and
George Mason’s Campus. George Mason’s campus has 10 acres of beautiful green space
with a trail that winds through forest, wetlands, a pond, and grasslands which provides
the perfect setting for growing minds to explore, get their hands dirt, learn about nature.
Campers will help with wildlife surveys and ecology biodiversity projects. Additionally,
campers will be able to experience parts of the challenge course where they will need to
work together to overcome challenges together as a team. In addition, campers will have
a guest speaker from the Keep Prince William Beautiful organization to share with them
special hands-on and sensory activities. The types of activities and time on them may vary
according to the weather and groups progress, however, campers should bring with them
closed toed and closed heeled shoes, a lunch, snacks, a refi llable water bottle, and sun
screen each day. Swimwear is also advised as most days campers will have swim time at
the Freedom Center pool.
Rock Climbing Camp (Ages 10-15)
Week 1, 4 or 9 8:00 am – 5:00 pm $425
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center
Learn how to climb both at The EDGE and outdoors!
Campers will spend their fi rst day of camp learning the
basics of safety, equipment and technique. The rest of
the week will be spent outdoors, weather permitting. This
camp only introduces campers to the sport as I will teach
them decision making skills and problem solving through
the physical and mental challenges of climbing. All trips
will be led by qualifi ed instructors, as quality and safety are
important for this exciting adventure. The instructor holds
their Top Ropes Manager certifi cation from Earth Treks, Inc.
Campers need to bring a lunch, snacks, a water bottle, sunscreen and appropriate clothing
each day such as close-toed shoes. Based on weather, the camp may visit SportRock
Climbing Center, one of the area’s largest indoor climbing gym in Sterling, Virginia as
an alternative to Great Falls National Park. Transportation to the offsite locations will be
leaving promptly at 8:15 am each camp morning. Swimwear is also advised, as some days
campers will have swim time
at the Freedom Center pool
when they return from their
climbing trip.
Transportation to the
offsite locations will be
leaving promptly at 8:15
am each camp morning.
Campers are transported in
mini vans.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
Adventure Camps
Waiver required!
for Adventure Camps
“Seeing my childexcited about trying new
climbs, so much so that she wanted to buy specific
equipment for the sport and seek out more opportunities to participate beyond the camp.”
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I was pleased to see that he was able to get exposure and participate in activities which
he normally would not have been able to do. You kept him
interested - which is especially hard to do at this age.
NEW!! Freedom Wanderers Survival Camp (Ages 11-14)
Week 5 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $450
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center
Set your kid’s imagination and adventurous spirits free as they learn about the natural
environment and the important skills of survival. No matter what your child’s background
is, from never having camped before, to the most experienced nature enthusiast, they’ll
have a BLAST at this camp. Campers will be able to practice the art of self-reliance and
service to others by tackling the challenge course, climbing Alpine Tower, leaping off of
the Power Pole, learning how to build shelters, cleaning water, fi re making and fi re safety,
planning and preparing food for their overnight camping trip at Bull Run Regional Park in
Centreville and rock climbing and hiking at Great Falls. In addition, campers will be able to
earn their American Red Cross CPR for Adults/Child and Fist Aid certifi cation (must attend
all class hours & pass tests). Campers need to bring lunch and snacks for the long days to
give them enough fuel and energy, a large water bottle to carry with them, and sunscreen
for each day. Swimwear is also advised, as most days will have swim time at the Freedom
Center pool. Some activities and locations may change slightly depending on very hot or
stormy weather and other factors, but campers should expect to have great fun each day!
Please wear close-toed and close-heeled shoes and appropriated clothing. All trip fees are included in camp price. A weekly schedule
will be available in advance of camp start date, which will include what other items campers will need to bring with them and more
details about the overnight adventure. We will provide all outdoor gear for camping night.
NEW!! Girls on Fire Leadership Camp (Ages 11-14)
Week 6 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $310
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center
The EDGE’s Girls on Fire Leadership Camp is a girls only leadership camp that teaches
girls the skills to know who they are, what they believe, and how to express it, empowering
them to create change in their world. They will be working on team development through
The EDGE challenge course, climb the Alpine Tower, learning more about environmental awareness through
various outdoor activities, visit Great Falls National Park to rock climb and hike, and more. Campers will be journaling
and refl ecting on their experiences and working on a service project throughout the week. In addition, we are excited to introduce our
guest speaker, Dr. Jacqueline Mcdowell, an Assistant Professor at George Mason University whose passion and work is in empowering
women through recreation and sport. The types of activities and time on them may vary according to the weather and groups
progress, however, campers should bring with them closed toed and closed heeled shoes, a lunch, snacks, a refi llable water bottle,
swimwear, and sunscreen each day.
Special Camp T-shirt included!
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Arts &Education Camps
American Red Cross Babysitting Course (Ages 11-15)
Week 2, 4, 5 or 6 Full Day 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $280
Partial Day 8:30 am – 1:30 pm $165
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Lobby
The American Red Cross Babysitter Training course
gives 11-15 year olds the skills and confi dence to
be great babysitters. They learn how to: care for
children and infants, be good role models, make
good decisions, handle emergencies and many
other important skills. Participants will receive CPR
for infant and child certifi cation with successful
completion of the test at the end of the week.
Attendance is REQUIRED from 8:30am-1:30pm
Monday-Friday in order to be eligible for certifi cation.
There are no makeup dates. Participants must past a
written and practical test to receive the certifi cation.
Campers should bring a water bottle, snacks and a lunch. Full day campers should also
bring a swim suit and towel. Full day campers will enjoy an afternoon of swimming, crafts
and recreational activities following the morning classroom session.
Kinder Chef Cooking Camp (Ages 4-6)
Week 5 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm $130
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Preschool Room
Campers will prepare age appropriate recipes with a few twists thrown in! Under careful
supervision, campers use toaster ovens, electric fry pans, hot plates, and other small
kitchen appliances to prepare these recipes. There will be many different foods used.
Please come with an appetite and a willingness to try something new. Campers will have
the opportunity to decorate their own unique apron to take home at the end of the week!
Copies of recipes will be given to the campers at the end of the week.
Creative Cuisine Cooking Camp (Ages 7-13)Let’s Do Lunch!
Week 2 (Ages 7-9) Week 8 (Ages 10-13)
Full Day 9:00 am-4:00 pm $280
Partial Day 10:00am-1:00pm $165
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Preschool Room
Campers will prepare age appropriate recipes with a few twists thrown in! Under careful
supervision, campers use toaster ovens, electric fry pans, hot plates, and other small
kitchen appliances to prepare these recipes. There will be many different foods used.
Please come with an appetite and a willingness to try something new. Ages 7-9 Campers
will have the opportunity to decorate
their own unique apron to take home
at the end of the week! Copies of
recipes will be given to the campers at
the end of the week.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
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Cooking Camp - Sweet Treats (Ages 6-12)
Week 1 3:00-4:30 $120
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Preschool Room
Here is a great camp for those always looking for something to snack on. Campers will prepare several
delicious and some nutritious treats and snacks. Campers will have the opportunity to decorate their own
unique apron to take home at the end of the week! Copies of recipes will be given to the campers at the
end of the week
Lights, Camera, Action! Drama Camp (Ages 5-8)
Week 8 AND 9 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $450
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $220
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Studio
“The instructor was great and my daughter loved the performance at the end of the week. The counselors were really engaged and seem to love their jobs.”
This two week camp engages your child’s imagination while helping to increase
their intuitive skills, creativity and sense of self awareness. Campers must
register for both weeks. Participants learn fundamental auditioning skills, set
design, acting, costuming, dance, timing, voice projection, and more. Campers
present a play for family and friends on the last day of this two week camp. **5
year olds must have completed Kindergarten.**
Senior Drama Camp (Ages 9-13)
Week 5 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Studio
This one week camp engages your child’s imagination while helping to increase their intuitive skills, creativity and sense of self
awareness. Participants learn fundamental auditioning skills, set design, acting, costuming, dance, timing, voice projection, and more.
Campers present a play for family and friends on Friday of each camp week.
Full day campers will participate in recreational activities and crafts for the morning session. Campers will also have the opportunity to
swim in the pool throughout the week. Campers will have lunch prior to going to the afternoon session of camp.
Science Camp (Ages 6-12)
Ages 6-8
Week 4 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 8:45 am – 11:45 am $125
Ages 9-12
Week 6 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 8:45 am –11:45 am $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Preschool Room
Discover a magical world during this hands-on camp that explores the three major scientifi c
fi elds: physical, chemical and biological through various experiments and activities. All campers
should bring a snack and water bottle each day. Full day campers will enjoy an afternoon of
lunch, swimming and other recreational and art activities.
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Dance Camps
Dance Camp (Ages 5-13)This camp provides youngsters with a positive and lively
approach to jazz and ballet, with a little bit of lyrical dance
and hip hop for more fun. Campers learn and assist in
choreographing age appropriate routines to be performed at the
end of the camp session. Participants also enjoy related arts
and crafts, music activities, and more. Students should wear
leotards, tights, and ballet or jazz shoes.
Ages 5-8 - Week 4 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Studio
**5 year olds must have completed Kindergarten for FULL DAY option**
Ages 9-13 - Week 6 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Lobby & Studio
Hip Hop Camp (Ages 9-15)Week 7 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Studio
This camp gives step-by step instructions to learning basic, age-appropriate, hip hop dance
moves to all the latest music. By the end of the week, your camper will have learned an
entire dance routine that can be performed to any hip hop song! If enrolled in the full day
option, the camp day will include lunch, swimming and crafts, sports and recreational
activities.
The structured Hip Hop program will run from 1:00-4:00 for full and partial day campers.
NEW!! Scottish Highland Dance Camp (Ages 6-13)This beginner camp provides an introduction to the ancient art of
Scottish Highland dancing. Campers will learn foot positions, arm
positions and basic movements as they progress through the BATD
(British Association of Teachers of Dancing) syllabus. Dancers will
learn the dance Pas de Basque, which is the precursor to the Sword
Dance. On Friday, participants will have the opportunity to showcase
their skills for parents and friends. Participants will also enjoy related
arts and crafts, music activities, and more. Campers should wear
leotard, light colored knee socks (no tights) and hair pulled off face
in a ponytail or bun. Dance shorts or skirts may be worn. Students
may dance barefoot at fi rst or wear ballet shoes they already own but
proper highland ghillies can be purchased. (We suggest checking with
instructor before purchasing).
Week 2 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $255
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $140
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Studio
Performance for
parents on Friday
of each camp week.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
Beginner (Ages 3-5)
Week 3 9:00 am – 9:55 am $50 (No camp July 4)
Week 9 12:05 pm – 1:00 pm $60
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Community Room
This camp introduces children to basic strength and tumbling skills, along with coordination skills on balance beam, bar and
trampoline. Campers need to wear appropriate clothing (no jeans), bring a water bottle and have hair tied back.
Beginner (Ages 6-9)
Week 3 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $192 (No camp July 4)
Partial Day 10:00 am – 1:00 pm $100
Week 9 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Community Room
This camp introduces children to basic strength and tumbling skills, conditioning, along with coordination skills on balance beam,
bar and trampoline. Campers need to wear appropriate clothing (no jeans), bring a water bottle and have hair tied back.
Beginner/Intermediate (Ages 6-12)
Week 5 or 7 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $125
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Community Room
This camp continues work and brings gymnasts to the next level on basic strength and tumbling skills, conditioning, along with
coordination skills on balance beam, bar and trampoline. *Prerequisite* - Camper must be able complete a cartwheel and bridge.
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NEW!! Zumba® Kids (Ages 7-11)
Perfect for our younger Zumba® fans! Campers get the chance to be active and jam out to their favorite music. Zumba® Kids classes
feature kid-friendly routines based on original Zumba® choreography. We break down the steps, add games, activities and cultural
exploration elements into the class structure. Campers will also have the opportunity to enjoy related arts, crafts, music activities and
more! The structured Zumba® Kids portion of the full day camp will be from 1:00-3:00pm.
Week 3 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $210
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm $100
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Studio
Gymnastics Camps
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Just for Little Ones
Little Hoops Basketball Camp (Ages 3-5)
Week 4 11:00 am – 11:50 pm $60
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Gymnasium
Sign up your next Michael Jordan! This camp teaches beginning basketball skills and
provides a basic understanding of the game rules. Also promotes physical fi tness and
increases coordination and motor skill development. Participants should bring a water
bottle and tennis shoes.
Sports Mix Camp (Ages 3-5)
Week 3 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm $50 (No camp July 4)
Week 8 11:00 am – 11:50 am $60
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Gymnasium
Can’t pick just one? Introduce your child to all their favorite sports! This camp
encompasses the basics of basketball, soccer, t-ball, fl oor hockey, football and more.
Participants should bring a water bottle and tennis shoes.
Camp Freedom for Preschoolers (Ages 3 -5)
Weeks 1, 5, 7, 9 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $120
Week 3 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $96 (No camp July 4)
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Preschool Room
Each week preschoolers explore a different theme through a variety of related activities,
games, arts and crafts, music and movement. Campers should bring a snack each day.
Children must be at least 3 years of age by the camp start date, able to separate from
parent, and fully potty trained.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
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Add on more camp fun!Extended Camp Freedom for Preschoolers (Age 3-5)
Weeks 1, 5, 7, 9 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm $54
Week 3 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $44 (No camp July 4)
In order to attend, children must be enrolled in
Camp Freedom for Preschoolers in the morning.
Campers will spend the extended day eating lunch and participating in a variety of
activities that complement the theme of the camp. Children need to bring a lunch and
wear sneakers each day.
Themes:Week 1 Our Favorite Author-Robert Munsch
Week 3 Fairy Tales, Folk Tales and Tall Tales
Week 5 Colors Galore
Week 7 Pirates
Week 9 Olympics At Rio
“I loved knowingmy son is learning through the
summer. The preschool and extended care programs are
making the transition to all day classes in kindergarten
much easier!”
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Join the Freedom Center as we
combine engineering fun with
recreation! Campers may choose
the full or partial day option for
Engineering for Kids Camp. Full
day campers will enjoy time in
the engineering world as well as
a morning or afternoon session of
lunch, recreational games, fi tness
activities and swim time!
Engineering for Kids - Junior Engineering Olympiad (Ages 5-7)
Week 1 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
Who has the strength to be a world-class athlete? In this camp, students will
separate into counties and will compete against opposing counties in various tests of
mental and creative strength. The students will earn “medals” throughout the week and will
endeavour to become the next great team of Olympians.
Engineering for Kids – Apprentice Engineering Olympiad (Ages 8-12)
Week 1 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
The Engineering Olympiad camp offers a blend of engineering and mental strength, where
students explore the fi elds of mechanical engineering, marine engineering, electrical
engineering, and civil engineering as they participate in various challenges to strengthen
their minds.
Engineering for Kids - Junior Scratch Programming (Ages 5-7)
Week 4 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
What’s more fun than playing an interactive video game? Writing one! In our
Junior Scratch camp, students embark on fun journey with Scratch! It will open the door
to the world of programming in a logical way. Just as any student can be an engineer, any
student can program!
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Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
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Please note: ENGINEERING FULL DAY CAMPERS
Campers, ages 5-7, will begin the day with engineering activities from 9:00am-12:00pm.
They will end the day with lunch, swimming and recreational activities.
Campers, ages 8-12, will begin the day with recreational activities, swimming and lunch.
The afternoon, 12:00pm-4:00pm, will be an afternoon of engineering activities.
Engineering for Kids - Apprentice Robotics: Robo Battles (Ages 8-12)
Week 4 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
This Robotics: Robo Battles camp is designed to introduce students to the world of not only
building, but also programming basic robots. Throughout this camp, the students will explore
different ways in which a robot could be utilized to engage in various battle challenges.
Engineering for Kids - Junior Engineering of Pirates (Ages 5-7)
Week 5 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
Arg Matey! Come join Kelvin’s crew as we sail the ocean blue searching for buried treasure.
Join us as students build their very own pirate ship, go fi shing for treasure, and work together in Kelvin’s crew to create a delicious treat
that is more precious than gold.
Engineering for Kids - Apprentice Sail the Seas (Ages 8–12)
Week 5 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
Avast, me maties! Jump on board and join the crew to work together to explore the every-day engineering challenges that pirates were
once faced with. During this week, students will explore the ideas of buoyancy and surface area as they design their pirate ships, the
sails for their ships, and a system to retrieve sunken treasures! So what do you say; Are ye’ ready to sail the seas?
Engineering for Kids - Junior Robotics - WEDO: Amazing Mechanism (Ages 5-7)
Week 6 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
This camp is a perfect mixture of fun and learning, using LEGO® WeDo™ Robots. Using
LEGO® bricks, where students explore levers, pulley and gears, as they build and program
dancing birds, spinner and kicker, among others.
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Engineering for Kids - Apprentice Electronic Game Design: Invader Defense (Ages 8-12)
Week 6 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
During the Electronic Game Design: Invader Defense camp, students will use Multimedia
Fusion 2® to create their own video game. Whether students wish to fi re marsh-mallows
or missiles, they build a complete video game from start to fi nish. They program
characters to survive a wave of enemy attacks in order to reach the next level. At the end
of the class, students take home a copy of the game they create.
Engineering for Kids - Junior Robotics- WEDO: Adventure Stories (Ages 5-7)
Week 7 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
This camp is a perfect mixture of fun and learning, using LEGO® WeDo™ Robots. Using
LEGO® bricks, students build an airplane rescue, a giant escape, and a sailboat storm.
They also learn how to program and operate their creations using a laptop computer.
Engineering for Kids - Apprentice Electronic Game Design: Kodu Kart Racing (Ages 8–12)
Week 7 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
Race to the fi nish and create your own racing game in Microsoft’s Kodu gaming
environment. From terrain design to enemy selection, students are placed at the wheel
and given full control to design their own video game while exploring the foundations of
coding. Kick your creativity in gear with Kodu Kart Racing.
Engineering for Kids - Junior Engineering of Cities (Ages 5-7)
Week 9 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
Put on your hard hats engineers and join us for our The Engineering of Cities! In this
camp, students work hard to apply their knowledge of construction to save the beach
from erosion and build their very own city from the ground up. From roads and tunnels to
buildings and skyscrapers, students discover that no job’s too tough for an Engineering
for Kids engineer!
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
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Engineering for Kids - Apprentice Engineering of Cities (Ages 8-12)
Week 9 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $300
Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $185
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby
Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214
In The Engineering of Cities, students will take up the role of a team of city planners,
looking to design the best city in the world from the ground up. Campers will explore
different facets of engineer and learn about energy production, building structures and
water fi ltration, among others.
Please note: ENGINEERING FULL DAY CAMPERS
Campers, ages 5-7, will begin the day with engineering activities from 9:00am-12:00pm.
They will end the day with lunch, swimming and recreational activities.
Campers, ages 8-12, will begin the day with recreational activities, swimming and lunch.
The afternoon, 12:00pm-4:00pm, will be an afternoon of engineering activities.
“I love knowing I was able to drop my child off and know they were being taken care of. Loved seeing familiar counselor faces from past
years. It was obvious that it was well organized. She enjoyed the camp-
never came home with a complaint. Thank you!”
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Before/After Care included
with ALL camps!
Full-day camps include before and after carefrom 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised,
self-directed, unstructured activities during the
time periods before and after their camp times.
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SpecialPrograms
Mason Game & Technology Academy - Game Design, Creation & Entrepreneurship (Ages 9-12)
Week 8 Full Day 9:00 am – 5:00 pm $590
Location Drop Off & Pick Up –Freedom Center Classroom 214
The journey begins here for those
who are interested in the exciting
world of Computer Game Design.
In this class, taught by upper level
Mason Computer Game Design
students, participants will learn the
fundamentals of game design, rules,
and game mechanics, with hands-on
experience using current game engine
tools. Additionally, students will be
encouraged to work together in an
interactive environment with other kids of similar interests to examine and learn about
current game studios, explore forming their own game company, and design their company
mission, market, and logos. Students will experience the roles of producer, programmer,
designer, and artist, and be provided an insider’s look at the Computer Game Design
industry. Each company will present their game to their peers during the fi nal class.
Mason Game & Technology Academy - Minecraft Modding: Beginner & Intermediate (Ages 9-12)
Week 2 Full Day 9:00 am – 5:00 pm $590
Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Classroom 214
One of our most popular courses! In this
class, taught by upper level Mason Computer
Game Design students, beginners will learn
to create mods immediately, and share them
with friends. Advanced students will be able to
take their modding to new levels: Learning the
fundamentals of modding with Java. This course
is designed to teach students how to modify,
customize, and add their very own mods to the
popular game Minecraft. Beginners will learn to
use a fun and engaging program used to make
modding Minecraft as simple and elegant as
possible. Intermediate modders explore deeper
into the world of Minecraft modding through an
introduction to the Java programming language.
Summer 2016
Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri
Campers may register for one week at a time!
Week 1: June 20-24
Week 2: June 27-July 1
Week 3: July 5-8
(No camp on 7/4)
Week 4: July 11-15
Week 5: July 18-22
Week 6: July 25-29
Week 7: August 1-5
Week 8: August 8-12
Week 9: August 15-19
Week 10: August 22-26
How to Register:Register ONLINE!
24 hours a day/7 days a week image
Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk
Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk
through the process
Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!
Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities
during these hours.
REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water
bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.
Full Day campers should also pack lunch,
swimsuit and towel if necessary.
*IMPORTANT: Participants are expected to already have their own Minecraft accounts for COMPUTERS (not tablet or XBox) – with a login and password!
Code Red or Rainy Summer Days are not a problem; take it indoors without losing a step with our 110,000 sq. ft. facility and pool!
Required on file prior to June 1:• Camper Emergency Information Form
• Medicine Administration Form if ANY type of medicine is
required while at camp
• Required waivers for specifi c camp programs
• Camp Freedom & Recreation with Motion Campers -
Birth Certifi cate, Physical & Immunization Records
Did you know? If a camper is an active Freedom Center member he/she will receive a 10% discount off of camp programs!
Questions? Email the Camp Director at [email protected]
The “Freedom” to customize your camp experience. We offer traditional to extreme
and everything in between!
Program Registrationwww.freedom-center.com
703.993.8513
10900 University BoulevardManassas, VA 20110
703.993.8444
Any questions?!
Email us! [email protected]
NEW in 2016! Camp Open HouseSunday, May 22 • 3:00-5:00pm
Sunday, June 5 • 3:00-5:00pm
• Facility tours
• Meet the staff
• Turn in required paperwork
• Pick up or purchase camp tshirts