Christian Street YMCA Day Camp
Christian Street YMCA Summer Camp program encourages youths to participate in group activities that develop creativity, independence and a sense of teamwork. The Christian Street YMCA summer camp is about fun field trips, cool counselors and instilling our character values. The daily activities will offer a variety and excitement while building friendships and lasting memories. Swimming, computers, creative arts, science and sports are all part of this well-rounded program. Special themes and guest performers vary the routine and keep the campers engaged. Give your child the gift of summer memories by enrolling them in one of our distinguished programs.
Attend One of our Open House Events for more Information:
- March 25th @ 6:30 PM
- April 8th @ 6:30 PM
- April 22nd @ 6:30 PM
- May 6th @ 6:30 PM
- May 20th @ 6:30 PM
- June 3rd @ 6:30 PM
- June 17th @ 6:30 PM
Camp Types for Summer of 2009 is as follows:
Camp Small Feet
We will help your child discover nature and science in the world around them. They will participate in numerous arts & crafts projects. This fun summer program provides an opportunity for your child to play with children their own age and continue to develop independence away from family in a safe, fun and caring environment.
Ages 4-5
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Kinder Camp Ages 5-6
Fee: $152/week
Camp Pioneers
This camp is designed for kindergarten and First grade students. Each day the children will follow weekly themes and participate in arts & craft and recreational activities.
Ages: 6-7
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $152/week
Camp Explorers
This camp is full of recreational activities including group games and a variety of sports. This camp will also follow weekly themes and have fun with arts and crafts. Campers receive recreation swimming and every Friday would be a special event.
Ages: 8-9
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $152/week
Camp Pathfinders
This camp is full of recreational activities including group games and a variety of sports. This camp will also follow weekly themes and have fun with arts and crafts. Campers receive recreation swimming and every Friday would be a special event.
Ages: 10-11
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $152/week
Camp Trailblazers
This groups of kids will go on weekly trips, participate in recreational activities, recreational swimming and be incorporated in leaders in training.
Ages: 12-15
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $152/week
For more information, please contact Anthony Guildford or Katie Ettore at aguildford@philaymca.org or kettore@phiaymca.org
Registration Procedures
1. Registration for camp begins Monday January 5th, 2009. Camp registration can be taken at the Christian Street YMCA Welcome Center Desk from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
2. All campers must have a current YMCA; otherwise a YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity Full Privilege or Christian Street Branch Program Membership must be purchased. Please contact our Welcome Center or reference the Christian Street Branch Program brochure for more information.
3. Registration closes (2) two weeks before each camp week begins. Please be sure to register in advance, as our sessions do fill up. Registration requires a non-refundable $25 deposit. In order to cancel/drop or transfer a camper week a drop/cancellation form must be filled out by the parent and approved by the Camp Director.
4. In order to complete the registration process, each camper must have the registration packet filled out in its entirety. registration packets can be obtained at the Christian Street Branch or on-line. All registration packets documents must be turned into the Christian Street Branch by Monday May 4th,2009. If your child's registration packet is not in by the deadline your child may not be able to start camp. Once the registration packet is complete, your child will be ready to have the best summer camp experience.
