1. sports
2. swimming

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
FOR HEALTHY LIVING
FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
BEST
SUMMER
EVER
BATH AREA FAMILY YMCA
CAMP 2015, JUNE 22 - AUGUST 15
303 Centre Street, Bath, ME • 207.443.4112
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BATH AREA FAMILY YMCA • 303 Centre Street • Bath, ME 04530
www.bathymca.org | 207.443.4112
DAY CAMP INFORMATION
Children entering grades 1-6 in the Fall of 2015 are invited to
participate in arts & crafts, games, swimming, weekly trips to
Coffin Pond, field trips, and group activities. Campers are placed in
age appropriate groups with qualified staff in a fun and safe
environment. Using the Y’s climbing wall and cooperative games,
campers will develop self-esteem and engage in team building.
Day camp meets Monday through Friday and our camp hours are
8:30am to 4pm. Children may be dropped off as early as 6:45am and
picked up no later than 5:30pm.
FEES & INCENTIVES
A $25 deposit per week of camp is due at the time of all registrations.
Register by May 2nd to get the Early Bird Special: $165/week
Register May 3rd - June 1st to get the reduced rate: $175/week
Register two or more children within the same family: $10 off per
week for each additional child
Weekly registration fee (beginning June 2nd): $185/week
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
As with all Y programs, financial assistance is available. We strive to
serve the entire community by providing need-based financial
assistance. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions.
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WEEKLY DAY CAMP THEMES
WEEK 1 | JUNE 22 - 26
AMAZING RACE
•Break into teams and participate in team challenges
•Try different foods from other countries
•Have visitors from different countries
WEEK 2 | JUNE 29 - JULY 3
ANIMAL PLANET
•Learn to identify animal tracks
•Live animal presentations
•Animal and bug crafts
WEEK 3 | JULY 6 - 10
MOOVIN’ AND GROOVIN’
•Learn to dance, exercise and just get ACTIVE!
•Learn different styles of music
•Guest musicians
•Local camp talent
WEEK 4 | JULY 13 - 17
WIND AND SEA
•Learn about wind and how it works to produce
power
•Discover what is deep in our lakes, rivers and
oceans
•Learn and make your own KITES
WEEK 5 | JULY 20 - 24
ARTFUL ANTICS
•Create art using natural objects
•Explore nature through art
•Design with Tie Dye
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WEEK 6 | JULY 27 - 31
GOIN’ GREEN
•Learn about recycling
•Learn about gardening and composting
•Field trip to local farm or farm presentation
•Crafts using recycled material
WEEK 7 | AUGUST 3 - 7
LOCAL HEROES
•Meet our local heroes
•Visit local fire / police stations
•Make thank you crafts for our veterans
•Guest Speakers
WEEK 8 | AUGUST 10 - 14
OUR CAMPERS GOT TALENT!
•Learn about talents
•Classes on dance, signing, comedy, etc.
•Instructor demonstrations
•End of the week YMCA Talent Show
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Y-SPLASH
LEARN TO SWIM APRIL 20-24
The Y’s annual Community Learn To Swim Campaign
is a week long intensive swim program for children ages 6-13.
Kids attend a daily swim lesson during the week of April
school vacation. Registration is limited to Polliwog
through Fish levels. Pool, Beach and Boating Safety
are taught in addition to Stroke Development. Classes
are scheduled on the hour and last 45 minutes each
day. Everyone is a swimmer by the end of the school
vacation week. Usual improvement of one level or more.
Days: Monday-Friday; April 20 - 24
Time: 9am, 10am and 11am
Fee: $35
SUMMER SWIMMING
LONG REACH SWIM CLUB 2015
Competitive strokes, endurance, fun, and related skills are the focus. An informal
tryout is mandatory for new or interested swimmers before acceptance onto the
swim team. This ensures that each new participant has the fundamental skills
required for a happy, successful experience. Summer team offers new
swimmers an opportunity to become familiar and comfortable with the team
before the competitive season begins in the Fall. Swimmers are assigned to a
practice schedule based on their skill level and experience. LRSC strives to offer
a fun, learning environment where the self-motivated swimmer will thrive. The
asset approach to healthy youth development is just one of the tools used in this
program to help young people further their personal development.
Practice groups A and B are scheduled to meet between 5 and 6 hours a
week. Practice groups C and D are scheduled to meet between 1.5 and 2.5
hours a week.
Please contact Jay Morissette at 443-4112 or [email protected] to make an
appointment for an individual tryout or for more information about competitive
swimming at the Bath Area Family YMCA.
Dates: May 4 - July 21
Fee: A & B Practice Groups:
Members: $175; Non-Members: $350
C & D Practice Groups:
Members: $125; Non-Members: $250
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SWIM LESSONS
PARENT & CHILD LESSONS
This 30 minute class is for infants and toddlers, ages 6 months to 2 years, with a
parent. Classes are designed to allow the child to have fun in the water while the
parent guides their child to learn aquatic skills.
Days: Tues or Thurs; June 23 - July 30
Time: 10am - 10:30am
Fee: Members: $45; Non-Members: $60
PARENTS & 2’S LESSONS
Children, age 2, swim with their parent, learning the beginning
swimming skills and preparing for the next level of instruction.
Games and fun are built into this early learning experience.
Days: Tues or Thurs; June 23 - July 30
Time: 10am - 10:30am
Fee: Members: $45; Non-Members: $60
SWIMMING FOR 3’S LESSONS
This program offers children, age 3, their first experience
in the pool without parental assistance. Young swimmers
are introduced to skills in developmentally appropriate ways.
Children learn water skills through exploration and play.
Days: Tues or Thurs; June 23 - July 30
Time: 10:30am - 11am
Fee: Members: $55; Non-Members: $85
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LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM
YOUTH SWIM LESSONS
This program is designed for 6 - 13 years old. Kids learn the skills that are the
basic building blocks of swimming. They also learn about pool safety, boating
safety, and PFD usage. Participants are grouped together with other children
at their swimming level, either Polliwog, Guppy, or Minnow. Class meets Monday
through Thursday, morning or afternoon sessions.
Dates: Session 1 - June 22 - 25; 9am-9:45am / 4:15pm - 5pm
Session 2 - July 6 - 9; 4:15pm - 5pm
Session 3 - July 13 - 16; 9am - 9:45am / 4:15pm - 5pm
Session 4 - August 3 - 6; 4:15pm - 5pm
Fee: Members: $30; Non-Members: $40
PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
Planned to meet the needs of busy families during summer vacation, our week long
Preschool Learn to Swim Program will be offered morning and afternoon during
the summer. Children, ages 4 through 6, will swim in small groups with an
instructor. Class meets Monday through Thursday, morning or afternoon sessions.
Dates: Session 1 - June 22 - 25; 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Session 2 - July 6 - 9; 9am - 9:45am / 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Session 3 - July 13 - 16; 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Session 4 - August 3 - 6; 9am - 9:45am
Fee: Members: $30; Non-Members: $40
Photo by Heather Perry
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SPECIALTY CAMPS
KIDS KAYAK & SUP PADDLE BOARD CAMP
What is SUP? Stand Up Paddling (also known as paddle boarding)! Participants
will spend the week at Seaspray Kayaking in West Bath learning about the proper
techniques and safety of kayaking and paddle boarding. A snack and drink will
be provided daily and all kayakers will receive a kayaking T-shirt and
certificate on the last day. Guaranteed to be the talk of the summer! Kayakers
should be prepared for a change in weather conditions. If a change in the
schedule is made, all participants will be notified by phone. For more information,
contact Kevin Shute at 443-4112 or [email protected].
Dates: June 29 - July 3; July 13 - 17
Time: 9AM - 12PM; 1 - 4PM; 9AM - 4PM (full day)
Ages: 8 and up
Fee: Half day: $200; Full day: $300
NEW!
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP AT SKY LODGE
The Bath Area Family Y is very excited to be able to offer this summer, an
outdoor adventure program for area youngsters ages 12 – 15 years old.
Youngsters will spend 5 days and 4 nights in a beautiful area of Maine that
offers an endless variety of outdoor activities. Swimming, hiking, low and high
elements rope course, white water rafting and field sports are just a few of the
activities that await campers.
The Y’s of Maine are fortunate to share the use of Sky Lodge, located in the pristine
wilderness of the Kennebec and Moose River Valleys just north of Jackman, Maine.
Transportation from the Y and all meals are provided.
Dates: July 13 – 17
Fee: $500
Ages: 12-15
NEW!
FENCING MINI CAMP
Embrace your inner swordsman! Often called “physical chess”, fencing is a highly
tactical sport that moves at lightening speed. Fencing develops agility, coordination,
fitness and chivalry. Join in the swashbuckling fun with a mini-camp at the Bath
YMCA! Add some adventure to your summer, try Fencing!
At Fencing Camp, you will learn:
•Footwork & Fencing skills
•History and rules
•Teamwork and strategy
•Warm up & cool down activities
•Fun fencing games! (All equipment provided, Fencers should wear comfortable
clothes that allow free movement. Sneakers and long pant required.)
Dates: June 22 - 26, 2015
Time: 1 - 4PM
Ages: 9 - 15
Fee: $120
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GYMNASTICS CAMPS
The Bath YMCA Summer Gymnastics Camps have been a community resource for
over 30 years. New sessions begin weekly although we encourage children to
participate in more than one camp. All participants should wear gym apparel
(leotard or shorts & T-shirt), bring a snack, lunch, swimsuit, and towel. Participants
must be entering 1st grade (except for Preschool Camp) in the Fall of 2015 to enroll
in camp. Get reduced rates by registering early for Pre-Team and Team Camp.
(see Fees & Incentives on page 3)
PRE-TEAM CAMP
Athletes considering future participation on a competitive team will benefit from a
week at this camp. Motivated athletes will practice back walk overs, handsprings,
pullovers on the bars, and more advanced skills. Gymnasts who are motivated and
possess the necessary skills are invited to attend this session.
Y membership required.
Dates: June 22 - 26; August 3 - 7
Days: Mon - Fri
Time: 9am - 3pm
Fee: $180
TEAM CAMP
Competitive gymnasts wishing to improve
their overall skills will be delighted
with this camp. Participants must be current
team members or be invited by the team
coaches to attend this advanced week of camp.
Check with coaches to see if skill level is
appropriate for this camp.
Y membership required.
Dates: June 29 - July 3; August 10 - 14
Days: Mon - Fri
Time: 9am - 3pm
Fee: $180
GYMNASTICS TEAM
Competitive gymnasts wishing to improve their overall skills will benefit from these
classes. Participants in the late Spring Team Class must be current team members or
be invited by the team coaches to attend. Current team members, pre-team members
or those invited by team coaches can attend the Late Summer Team Class. Check with
coaches to see if skill level is appropriate for these classes. Late Spring Team Class
culminates in the Gymnastics Gala on Friday June 19. Y membership required.
Late Spring Team Class:
Dates: May 18 - June 19
Days: Mon, Thurs
Time: 5:30pm - 8pm
Fee: $90
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Summer Team Class: (All team members and pre-teamers invited)
Dates: June 22 - August 13
Days: Mon, Thurs
Time: 5:30pm - 8pm
Fee: $90
YOUTH MINI CAMP
Budding gymnasts or those with a casual interest in the sport will enjoy this camp.
Athletes will use all the equipment and will be taught handsprings on the floor, jumps
on the beam, squats on the vault, and back hip circles on the bars. All abilities are
welcome!
Dates: July 6 - 10
July 13 - 17
August 3 - 7
Days: Mon, Weds, Fri
Time: 9am - 12pm
Fee: $90 per week
PRESCHOOL CAMP
Children ages 2 - 5 will be gently introduced to all appropriate gymnastics equipment
in a structured, non-intimidating manner. For children 2 & 3 years old, parents must
stay with the child during the class. For children 4 & 5 years old, parent involvement
is encouraged but not required.
Dates: July 13 - 17
July 20 - 24
Days: Mon, Weds, Fri
Time: 9am - 11am
Fee: $60 per week
TUMBLING / VAULT / MINI
TRAMPOLINE CAMP
This is a great camp for gymnasts,
cheerleaders and tumblers.
Dates: July 20 - 24
July 27 - 31
Days: Mon, Weds, Fri
Time: 9am - 12pm
Fee: $90 per week
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HIGHLIGHTED PROGRAMS
AQUATICS - SUMMER ADULT CLASSES
Aqua-Ex
This exercise program is what exercise was meant to be . . . FUN! You won’t even
know you are working as you are surrounded by cool, refreshing water. It will keep
you on your toes and on the move for a revitalizing hour of aerobic, strengthening
and stretching activities. Treat yourself to new energy and friends as you tone,
shape and firm. Easy entry stairs are provided for getting in and out of the pool.
It is not necessary to get your face wet or have any swimming skills.
Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Time: 11am - 12pm
Members only; Free
Deep Water Fitness
Deep-water exercise classes strengthen and build all over muscle tone without
impact to the joints. Discover the fitness and therapeutic benefits of our deep
water program. This class promotes flexibility, muscle toning, proper breathing
and body alignment/appreciation. Class will use Aqua-Joggers and foam barbells.
No swimming ability is required; however participants must be comfortable in
deep water. This class meets in the deep end of the pool. Belts will be provided or
you may bring your own.
Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Time: 9am - 10am
Fee: Members: free; Non-Members: $120
The YMCA Arthritis Aquatic Program - YAAP
The warmth, buoyancy, and resistive property of water can help decrease pain and
stiffness and improve or maintain joint flexibility for individuals with arthritis. An
enjoyable and safe recreational water exercise program that includes exercises
and activities designed to promote functional endurance as well as
musculoskeletal flexibility and strength. All ages are welcome!
Days: Tuesday, Thursday
Time: 11am - 11:45am
Fee: Members: free; Non-Members: $72
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SPLASH AND DASH
Come join us for a great early morning workout.
Jump-start your day and still get where you are
going on time. This 30-minute class can be used
as a stand alone program or in addition to your
morning lap swim or exercise routine.
Day: Tues & Thurs
Time: 7am - 7:45am
Members only; Free
H20 AEROBICS WITH KIM
Join our instructor for this 45-minute intensive
workout, which provides a variety of activities
ranging from dance routines to boxing to keep
your workout exciting. Classes will incorporate
cardiovascular conditioning, interval training,
resistance exercises, and flexibility.
Uses shallow water.
Day: Thurs
Time: 7pm - 7:45pm
Fee: Members Free; Community $72
LIFEGUARD TRAINING
Our lifeguard training program provides a comprehensive education centered on
preventing accidents in aquatic environments. It includes all the skills and knowledge
required for the lifeguard candidate to be effective and successful. Lifeguard training enables students to learn and apply safety principles in their own lives, develop
leadership skills, and improve their decision making skills. Pre-requisites: Must pass
a swim test. Pre course meeting April 17th at 5pm.
Date: April 20 - 24
Days: Mon - Fri
Time: 9am - 4pm
Ages: 15+ (proof of age required at registration)
Fees: $325 (includes certification, books, and pre-requisites)
LIFEGUARD REVIEW AND RECERTIFICATION
The American Red Cross requires current lifeguards to participate in a 15 hour
recertification class in order to renew their certification. We offer this class only
once each spring before the summer beach season begins.
Date: May 15,16 & 17
Fee: $175
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UPCOMING EVENTS
PADDLE PALOOZA
Join us on the water and make a difference in your community at the same time! On
August 8th, we are Paddling for the Y! We’ll have a flotilla of kayaks and canoes
paddling from the Water Street boat landing on the Androscoggin River to Bay Bridge
Landing. This several mile paddle will be fun and raise money for our scholarship
program.
Each paddler is requested to raise $100 to take part in a day on the water to benefit
the Y’s Annual Campaign. All participants are invited to a BBQ after the paddle and
will receive T-shirts to commemorate the event.
Date: August 8
Days: Sat
Time: 9am
Fee: Each paddler is requested to raise a minimum of $100
DR. LEONARDO BUCK
GOLF CLASSIC
Join us at Bath Country Club in Bath on
Tuesday, July 21, 2015 for this year’s Golf
Classic in honor of Dr. Buck
All proceeds from this event benefit
Youth Development at the Bath Area Family Y.
Date: July 21
Days: Tuesday
Time: 12pm Shotgun Start
Scramble Play
Team Fee: $300 - includes green
fees, 2 carts, and 4 tickets to the
Sunset BBQ following the tournament.
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5K PUMPKIN RUN & KIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN/WALK
This year’s event will be held on Sunday, October 25th, 2015. The course begins at
the Bath Area Family YMCA and runs through residential areas. All proceeds
benefit the Y’s Annual Campaign. The first 75 registrants will receive YMCA logo
wear. Awards will be given to the top 2 finishers in standard age groups in 10 year
increments. The award ceremony will begin at 10:30am at the Y.
Date: October 25
Days: Sunday
Time: Kids Run/Walk: 8:15am
5K Race: 9am
Fee: $15 per registration; $20 on race day;
$5 for Kids Run/Walk
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SEASONAL HOURS
Monday - Friday: 5am - 9pm
Saturday: 7am - 3pm
Sunday: 9am - 1pm
Closed July 4 - 5
Closed Sundays in August
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
Pitman-Morrison VFW Post 7738 of Bath
Facebook.com/BathYMCA
BATH AREA FAMILY YMCA • 303 Centre Street • Bath, ME 04530
www.bathymca.org | 207.443.4112