ymca summer program guide 2016

Sioux Falls Family YMCA2016 Summer Program Guide

220 S. Minnesota Ave.Sioux Falls, SD 57104605-336-3190www.siouxfallsymca.org

Welcome!

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For nearly 100 years, our YMCA camps have given kids the opportunity to gain independence and build confidence. Often kids at camp discover that making new friends is easier than they may have thought and the friendships that come out of the experience, both peers and staff, are some of the strongest allies they will have as they take on adolescence. Campers realize that the perceptions of the kids at school are actually not what defines them as a person. We are proud that 98% of campers reported having made at least one new friend while at camp last summer! In fact, the vast majority of these new friendships were made with children from other towns and schools. If you ask a camper what they like about camp, most of them will say something about being allowed to “be themselves”. This is not by happy accident, this is a result of a carefully crafted culture that is accepting of all, diverse in nature, and built on the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. In addition, nothing will do more for a young person’s self-esteem than allowing them to discover a “natural talent”. A wide variety of activities and a culture that encourages trying new things makes for many opportunities to discover one’s own gifts. We don’t aim to cultivate superstars, instead we work to help every kid find an activity that gives them enjoyment and a sense of accomplishment. On behalf of all in our special community, we hope that you decide to enroll your child in camp this summer. It will change their life in very meaningful ways.

Thank you,

Mike MurphySummer Camp DirectorYMCA Camp Leif Ericson

WE MAKE CAMP FUN AND CONVENIENT FOR PARENTS, TOO!

* Exciting family night program, complete with campfire and songs

* FREE daily bus transportation for your child to/from camp

* FREE hot lunch for your child each day

* FREE “parent’s night out” when your child enjoys their overnight

* FREE daily access to photos online

* Before and after camp childcare (7:30am to 5:30pm)

Little VikesDay CampAges 4-5

Field Trips Include:

* Sertoma Butterfly House * Outdoor Campus * Swimming

2-Week Session Dates: 8:30am-12pm, Monday-Friday

June 13 - June 24June 27 - July 8July 11 - July 22July 25 - August 5August 8 - August 19

Camp Little Vikes is a unique half-day program, specially designed for the young, first-time camperat YMCA Camp Leif Ericson! It is the perfect way for your son or daughter to take their first small steps of independence under the close supervision of our caring and supportive staff.

Camp Little Vikes has a special area of camp just for them where they enjoy an introductory sampling of traditional camp activities. Within the watchful eye of our well-trained staff, campers enjoy nature hikes, water games, fishing, music, sports, arts & crafts and other special age-appropriate activities.

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For more information, please contact Mike Murphy, Camp Director, at [email protected] orcall 605-336-CAMP.

Leif EricsonDay CampAges 6-9Kids simply love Leif Ericson Day Camp. Summer after summer, our campers return to reunite with their best friends and camp counselors. There are favorite horses to ride, campfires to enjoy and old camp stories to be re-told.

Our counselors also give special attention to our new campers, who quickly make friends and are welcomed into the camp family. Your child remains with the same counselor and small group of children each week as they travel to activities together. The first day at camp includes several “get to know you” activities and games to make your child comfortable.

CAMPERS NOT ONLY ENJOY THE ACTIVITIES WE OFFER; THEY BUILD UPON THEIR SKILLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

* Archery * Arts & Crafts* BB Range Sports * Boating* Campfires * Fishing* GaGa Ball * Horseback Riding* Low Ropes Course * Music* Nature * Outdoor Cooking* Rock Climbing * Swimming* Sports * Many more!

2-Week Session Dates:8:30am - 4pmMonday-Friday


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For more information, please contact Mike Murphy, Camp Director, at:[email protected] or call 605-336-CAMP.

TepeetonkaDay CampAges 10-13Designed for the older camper, Camp Tepeetonka has an emphasis on personal challenge, skill-building, adventure and opportunities for friendship building. Campers enjoy their own “camp within a camp” with special features such as an independent pavilion, amphitheater and ropes course. Special activities include two overnights, scavenger hunts, water wars and a day-long trip to Wild Water West!

What makes this program so special; however, is the focus on building friendships, with a particular concentration on team building. Campers have the opportunity to lead “all camp” activities that require goal setting, planning and problem solving together. To help facilitate this learning experience, campers spend time in small groups with specialized staff, utilizing camp’s low and high ropes teambuilding course.

In addition, Camp Tepeetonka has a reputation of instilling traditional values through staff role-modeling, inspirational campfire programs and opening reflections each morning at beautiful Campfire Point.

Tepeetonka campers experience two distinctive overnights during their two-week experience.

Camp Overnights Horseback RidingCampers learn about saddling, riding and the history of horses as part of our Tepee-tonka Horse Program.

High Ropes CourseThe course increases self-confidence, team building, courage and a sense of accomplishment in a safe environment.

2-Week Session Dates:Monday-Friday8:30am-4pm


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Teen Leadership Day CampAges 14-15 Our Teen Leadership Camp provides young teens with a

fun and meaningful experience, combining aspects of being a camper and a staff member. We focus on individual development, team building, and self-discovery. Campers leave our TLC program more confident of their skills in leadership, public speaking, decision-making and problem solving.

While Teen Leaders spend time at camp enjoying traditional activities and leading camp activities, they also journey on several field trips and complete a community service project during their camp session.

Teen Leaders are provided lunch and they arrive/depart camp daily like all other campers.

2-Week Session Dates: 8:30am - 4pm, Monday-Friday


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Basketball Camp Specialty Day CampAges 5-13

As part of YMCA Camp Leif Ericson, our values-based program goes beyond simply showing up at a court and playing a sport. We strive to incorporate many of the aspects that make our day camp program special, including:

* Fun activities at camp! While taking a break from sports specific play, campers may ride a horse, paddle in a canoe or enjoy an archery class!* Camp energy! Before starting a game or practice, campers enjoy morning chapel, skits and songs.* Interactions with our world class group of role models - Summer Camp Staff!

OUR GOALS* Build new friendships and learn about how to be a team-member. * Enhance various skills and fundamentals in groups according to age. * Explore the rich history of basketball.* Learn rules and skills of each sport while practicing techniques in mini-games.* Practice good sportsmanship and motivate each other to succeed.* Engage in various age-appropriate activities that enhance social emotional skills, physical activity and self-confidence

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For more information, please contact AdamReppe, Youth Development Director, at:[email protected] or call 605-336-3190.

1-Week Session Dates: 8:30am-4pm Monday-Friday

K-3rd: 6/13-6/17 7/25-7/29

4th-8th: 6/20-6/24 8/1-8/5

Lacrosse CampSpecialty Day CampAges 5-13

Sports of all Sorts CampSpecialty Day CampAges 5-13

Campers will spend half the day playing Lacrosseand the other half of the day participating in tradional activities at YMCA Camp Leif Ericson.

Lacrosse sticks are provided although campers are welcome to bring their own sticks. Focus will be on stick handling, passing, scooping, dodging, shooting and many more fundamental techniques and skills. Thiscamp offers an ideal introduction for all levels.

The goal of this program is to introduce youth to anumber of sports and develop the physical and mental skills necessary for both group and individualsports involvement. Modified equipment and gamesare used to create a fun environment! Sports include basketball, flag football, soccer, GA GA and MANY MORE!

Campers will spend half the day playing the differentsports and the other half of the day participating intraditional Day Camp activities.

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1-Week Session Dates:8:30am-4pmMonday-Friday

K-3rd: 6/27-7/1 8/8-8/12

4th-8th: 7/4-7/8 8/15-8/19


K-3rd: 7/11-7/15

4th-8th: 7/18-7/22

Come learn to play the fastest growing sport in the USA!

Ranch CampSpecialty Day CampAges 8-13

WHY HORSEBACK RIDING IS GREAT FOR KIDS:Horses keep kids active. Riding and taking care of a horse is good physical exercise and teaches responsibility. Eachchild gets their own horse to care for. Plus, horseback riding improves overall self-confidence, balance and coordination.

Our safe program provides instruction, fun and challenge to everyone from the first-time riders to those with years of experience. Our Western style lessons teach riders to ride in a balanced seat emphasizing self-awareness, effective use of the body and understanding of the horse. This “all purpose” approach will not only prompt better riding but also a more harmonious relationship between horses and riders of all disciplines and levels of experience.

Ranch Camp provides a unique setting for campers to enjoy a traditional camp experience with an equestrian focus. The one thing everyone has in common is the love and enjoyment of riding and working with horses. Every riding group rides at least once per day and frequently twice each day. There are 6-8 riders per group, with two instructors and an assistant present. Riding groups are determined by both age and ability.

For more information about Ranch Camp, please contact Mike Murphy, Camp Director, at:[email protected] or call (605) 336-CAMP.

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Session 1: 6/13-6/24Session 2: 6/27-7/8Session 3: 7/11-7/22Session 4: 7/25-8/5Session 5: 8/8-8/19

Tailfeather CampSpecialty Day CampAges 11-15We partner with Safari Club International to offer a unique one-week camping experience to children ages 11-15. Our mission is to highlight South Dakota’s vast outdoor opportunities and build strong families through hunting and fishing traditions. This program is designed for beginning hunters and provides extensive hands-on instruction in basic firearms safety, including shooting techniques in rifle, shotguns, and archery.

* Teach and build environmental awareness that will serve our campers, their families and our communities in the future. * Engage campers in fun, adventurous activities while building a greater appreciation of land and wildlife conservation values. * Provide a safe platform for learning the SD HuntSAFE and Bowhunter Education programs in order to receive their hunter safety certification cards.* Develop safe, responsible hunters who are aware of our hunting heritage and who understand the hunter's role and relationship with wildlife and the land. * Participate in outreach activities that will support area communities and their environmental projects and initiatives.

Registration fee includes all meals, firearms, archery equipment, ammo, targets and instructional materials.

For more information on Tailfeather's Camp, please contact Mike Murphy at:[email protected] or call (605) 336-CAMP.

PROGRAM GOALS

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1-Week Session Dates:8am-5pmMonday-Friday

Tailfeather I: 8/8-8/12Tailfeather II: 8/15-8/19

SUMMER ADVENTURE TRIPSCO-ED TRIPS FOR TEENS AGES 13-16YMCA Camp Leif Ericson partners with domestic and international YMCA's to help connect Sioux Falls teens with communities and people worldwide. Our travel experience focuses on service learning, cultural under-standing, leadership development and outdoor living skills. The trips are also designed to meet the critical needs and challenges of teenagers today by supporting, guiding and challenging them as they learn skills to become healthy, competent and caring adults.

CAPE COD SURF & TURFDestinations on our trip include cities and beaches along the seashore of the Cape, with island excursions to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Along with sea kayaking, biking and staying in youth hostels, the group has an opportunity to journey on a whale watching cruise, hike the sea marshes of Nantucket and even eat lobster-flavored ice cream! American history comes alive at Plymouth Rock and Boston Harbor. Teens even have the opportunity to traverse a lighthouse in Provincetown!

BOUNDARY WATERS EXPEDITIONSince 1922, our partners at YMCA Camp Menogyn have led canoeing excursions in the Boundary Waters Wilderness Area located along the Canadian border in Northeastern Minnesota. With the exception of a satellite phone carried by the trip leader; phones, tablets, computers and other electronic devices are safely stored at camp. While learning to do things such as setting up base camp, cooking outside and learning to navigate a canoe, teens learn to work together as a team. Teens spend time getting to know the members of their group through teambuilding activities, route planning and meal preparation.

NEW ZEALAND EXPLORERJoin us on a trip of a lifetime as we journey to the land of pristine oceans, majestic mountains, vibrant cities and incredible filming locations from the “Lord of the Rings” movies! For decades, the staff at the Auckland YMCA’s Camp Adair have facilitated an incredible travel and service-learning experience for teens from all over the United States. From the Camp Adair base camp, teens travel for both outdoor and city excursions to various exciting locations!

For more information, please contact Don Schmidt, Executive Director of Camp, at: [email protected] or call (605) 336-CAMP.

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YOUTH AND ADULT Sports LeaguesYOUTH GA GA LEAGUEJump into the octagon and playthis fast paced game of dodgeballwith a twist! Grades 4th-8th.

OPEN PICKLEBALL PLAYIt’s Tennis...it’s Ping Pong...it’s Pickleball! Come and try one of the fastest growing court sports in the nation!

OPEN WALLYBALL PLAY ADULT 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL

YOUTH WIFFLEBALL LEAGUE

ADULT PICKUP BASKETBALL

ADULT PICKLEBALL LEAGUE

Former high school basketball stars will play alongside retirees or business professionals. Kids who grew up in the YMCA basketball program will square off against their former coaches in this informal league.

Bust out the bats for this fun indoorleague of Wiffleball! Curve balls andhomeruns are guaranteed in this short 7-week league. Grades 6th-12th withteam minimum of 5 and max of 7.

Join us for a fun game of wallyball!Wallyball is similar to volleyball but played in a racquetball court! Play is open to all to come play withteams as small as 2 and as large as 8!

Registration fee: $75/player

Registration Fee: M:Free/NM: $42Program Dates & Times:4/17-6/4Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday9:15am-11am & 1:30pm-3pm

Registration Fee: $35/playerProgram Dates & Times:4/17-6/4 & 7/24-9/10Tuesdays & Thursdays6:30pm-7:45pm

Registration Fee: $40/playerProgram Dates & Times:Monday & Thursday6pm-9:30pm

Registration Fee: $35/playerProgram Dates & Times:6/5-7/23Wednesday evenings

Registration Fee: FreeProgram Dates & Times:6/5-7/23Sundays: 3:30pm-5:30pm

Program Dates & TImes:6/5-9/10Monday, Wednesday, Friday11:45am-1pmTuesday, Thursday5:30am-7amTuesday evening7:30pm-9:30pm

Lace up your sneakers and play in our7-week 3-on-3 Basketball League!

Registration Fee: $140/teamProgram Dates & Times:League 1: 6/5-7/23League 2: 7/24-9/10Wednesday evenings

For more information and updatedofferings, please check our websiteat: www.siouxfallsymca.org!

HORSEBACK RIDING

MUDDY VIKEAugust 27thA Seriously Fun, MUD Obstacle Run!

Ready to get MUDDY? Ready to ruin some clothing?Ready to enjoy acres and acres of dense forest alongthe Big Sioux River? Test your stamina and skills as you run, jump and climb your way to the finish linethrough a series of obstacles including:

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* Mud/Sand Crawl* Low Walls* Flooded Creek Walk* Pine Tree Maze* Monkey Bars* Dumpster Dive Bath* Mud Walk* Haybale Mountain* Frame Wall Climb* Mud Grinder* Spider Web* MORE!

Enjoy the beauty of YMCA Camp Leif Ericson as our professional wranglers take your family deep into our beautiful forest for an unforgettable horseback riding experience. Kids and adults alike appreciate exploring the trails along the shores of the Big Sioux River and building memories together. Riders of all experience levels are welcome. Ages 8 +May1st-October 31st

RIDING LESSONS

Monday: 5pm-6:30pm, 6:30pm-8pmWednesday: 5pm-6:30pm, 6:30pm-8pmSaturday: 10am-11:30am, 12pm-1:30pm

TRAIL RIDESMonday: 6pm-8pmWednesday: 6pm-8pmSaturday: 10am-2pmSunday: 12pm-3pm

For more information about Horseback Riding, please contact Mike Murphy, Camp Director, at: [email protected] or call (605) 336-CAMP.

To register for this FUN event, please go to:www.siouxfallsymca.org

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DOWNTOWN YMCAKID ZONEKid Zone is a benefit of your Ymembership. It is a safe placefor your children to have funwhile you utilize your membership.

Family Membership: FREEProgram Days and Times:Monday-Saturday: 8:30am-2pmMonday-Friday: 4pm-7:30pm

DROP & SHOPDrop & Shop is a benefit of yourY membership. It is a safe placefor your children to have funwhile you take a few hours toyourself.

Members: $10/child/visitNon Members: $20/child/visitPrograms Days and Times:Monday-Saturday: 8:30am-2pmMonday-Friday: 4pm-7:30pmCHEFS IN TRAINING

Chefs in Training is not just a cooking class; it’s a dash of healthy and a sprinkle of fun! Kids get a hands-on experience with the cooking process as they prepare a variety of healthy meals and snacks. This class also provides education on proper nutrition.Ages: 6-12

Spring Session 2: 4/23-6/4; Sat 10:45am-11:45amCost: $35 Members; $75 Non Members

JEDI TRAINING It’s time to become a Jedi Knight! In this class, kids make their own light sabers and train in the honorable ways of the force. By incorporating Lego challenges, science, art and action packed martial arts, your Jedi Knight will become an honorable member of the rebellion. Ages: 7-12

Spring Session 2: 4/23-6/4; Sat 9:30am-10:30amCost: $35 Members; $75 Non Members

PARENTS’ TIME OUTFamily Membership parents, take the night off and be assured your children will have the time oftheir lives in a safe and fun environment with caring staff! Children ages 3-13 will enjoy four hoursfilled with games, sports, themed activities and fun! Simply check your children in at the Y between6pm-6:30pm on any Saturday night for a night of fun activities until 10pm! While your kids are having a great time at the Y, you and your friends can enjoy an evening in Downtown Sioux Falls! No fees. Children must be potty trained.

MONTH

JUNEWacky

Wonders

JULY

SummerLovin’

AUGUST

SummerOlympics

SEPTEMBER

Natureof SD

ACTIVITY THEMES

Slammin’Slime

MoltenMagma

Rockets to the Moon

LEGOLeague

Fireworks & Freedom

PicnicParadise

Come SailAway With Me!

SurfsUp!

Welcome to Rio!

Start of the Games

Athlete Meetand Greet

Metals of Honor

Fish and Fauns

Trees areEvergreen

Native AmericanTraditions

Hills to the Plains

6/4 6/116/18

6/25

7/2 7/9 7/167/23

8/6 8/138/20

8/27

10/310/10

10/1710/24

* 7/30 is a Free Play Night13

SIOUX FALLS FAMILY YMCA

For questions on Healthy Living or Membership and how to join:

Becky Bullis - Membership [email protected]

Questions on Youth Sports/Development:

Adam Reppe - Director of Youth [email protected]

Sarah Wittrock - Youth Development Coordinator [email protected]

Questions on our School Enrichment Program:

Heather Clay - Director of Youth [email protected]

Ellen Stewart - Youth Enrichment Coordinator [email protected]

Questions on Camp:

Mike Murphy - Camp [email protected]

Sioux Falls Family YMCA220 S. Minnesota Ave.Sioux Falls, SD 57104

YMCA Camp Leif Ericson2301 E. 26th St Sioux Falls, SD 57103

605-336-3190

605-336-2267

Wise Buys Thrift Store2721 W. 41st St.Sioux Falls, SD 57105605-339-0904

BUILDING HOURSMonday-Friday: 5:00AM-9:30PMSaturday: 5:00AM-6:30PMSunday: 12:30PM-5:30PM

KID ZONE HOURSMonday-Friday: 8:30AM-2:00PMMonday-Friday: 4:00PM-7:30PMSaturday: 8:30AM-2:00PMHOLIDAY HOURS

Independence Day: 7AM-12PMLabor Day: 7AM-12PM

Contact UsPhone: 605-336-3190 I Web: www.siouxfallsymca.org

@SiouxFallsYMCA @SiouxFallsYMCA @SiouxFallsYMCA

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Spring Session 2 (7-weeks):April 17, 2016-June 4, 2016

Summer Session 1 (7-weeks):June 5, 2016-July 23, 2016

Summer Session 2 (7-weeks):July 24, 2016-September 10,2016

SESSION DATES

Don Schmidt - Executive Director of [email protected]

Memorial Day: 7AM-12PM

220 S. Minnesota Ave.SIOUX FALLS FAMILY YMCA

Sioux Falls, SD 57104

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