alpert jcc 2012 summer camps

ACA AccreditationSummer Youth & Teen Programs at the Barbara & Ray Alpert Jewish Community Center are accredited by the American Camp Association.Accreditation is a distinction achieved by only 25% of those camps seeking to meet the high standards set forth by the ACA. To earn accreditation,we willingly comply with over 250 health, safety, and program quality standards; these standards have been trusted by parents for more thanhalf a century. We've invested in accreditation for over twenty years because we believe that the values of the American Camp Associationmirror the values so important to the Alpert JCC: Community, Respect, and the Health and Safety of our most precious resource, our children.

Friday, May 11Last day for Early Bird Discount!

Friday, June 1Last day to make changes without penalty

Monday, June 18First Day of Summer Programming

Thursday, July 5All-Camp Overnight @ the “J”

Thursday, August 2All-Camp Overnight @ the “J”

Wed, Thur, Sat, Sun, July 25, 26, 28, 29Teen Summer Stock Performances of “13”

Friday, August 17MYART at the “J” Performance of “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown”

Wednesday, August 29Last Day of Summer Programming

Wednesday, September 12Kids' University After School Program Begins

ContactsNatalie Chernik

Interim Camp Director

(562) 426-7601, ext. [email protected]

Rachel Gordon

Youth & Teen Program Coordinator


For more info. on Aquatics Programs contact

Sascha Bryan-Zwick

Alpert JCC Aquatics Director


www.alpertjcc.orgDates to Remember!

Tuesday Nights At The Pool Are Back!Fun for the entire family. Delicious Dinners - Fun N’ GamesGreat Entertainment. For date & times visit www.alpertjcc.org

Thursday Night is Teen Night at the PoolChill by the pool and enjoy pizza and friends.Begins June 28

Nonprofit Org.

U.S. Postage

PAIDPermit No. 1713

Long Beach, CA

Call about Early Bird SpecialsNo Registration Fee!!!

SAVE MONEY NOW!

3801 East Willow Street • Long Beach CA 90815(562) 426-7601 • www.alpertjcc.org

June 25 - August 178 weeks of Summer Fun9am - 4pm (extended day available)

Camp Komaroff3 or 5 days per weekOur goal is to help youngsters cultivate friendships, develop a sense oftheir place in the world, and forge connections to their camp group,their family, and to the Jewish community, through a variety of indoorand outdoor activities and experiences.

Camp Komaroff activities include• Sports • Field Trips • Science • Ga Ga • Arts & Crafts

• Judaic Learning Experiences/Israeli Culture • Junior Maccabi Games

• Music • Computer Lab • Dance & Drama • Cooking • Group Games

• Team Building • Oneg Shabbat • Theme Days • Special Visitors

• Two All-Camp Overnights at the "J" (Thursday, July 5 & Thursday, August 2)

Field Trip Schedule (Trips are on Wednesdays; schedule subject to change.)Atlantis Park ..........................................................June 27Knott's Berry Farm................................................July 11Soak City ..................................................................July 18California Science Center/IMAX ........................July 25Redondo Beach Seaside Lagoon ........................August 1Taco Bell Discovery Science Center..................August 8L.A. Zoo ....................................................................August 15

Digital FilmmakingAugust 20-24 (Mon-Fri, 1-4pm)Grades 6 & upHands-on, immersive experience in digital filmmaking.Students work in small groups to make a film, learning allaspects of production including planning, writing, shooting,editing and scoring. Camp will culminate with a private filmscreening on Friday afternoon for family and friends.(Can be combined with morning program for a full day; see registration form)

Summer Fun Day OptionPre and Post-Camp Summer Fun DaysJune 18-22 (Mon-Fri)August 27, 28, 29 (Mon, Tue, Wed)9am-4pm or 7am-6pmChoose only the days you need!

Camp “J” CrewChill with your friends all over town & at the “J”Monday - Friday, 9am - 4pm (extended hours available)Includes field trips, overnights, and Mitzvah days @ the “J”*Days @ the J Include: Judaics, Tzedakah/Community Service, Cooking, Crafts,Swimming and Sports.

Extended Days Option:Mornings & afternoons7-9am & 4-6pmFor teens who can’t get enough of the “J”.For One Low Weekly Price

JCC Camp KomaroffGrades 1-6

Teen SummerGrades 6 & up

Weeks Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

June 18-22 Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days

June 25-29 Griffith Park Ropes Course Bowling Huntington Beach Mitzvah Day

July 2-6 Irvine Regional Park Seal Beach No CampUniversal Studios/Overnight @ J Mitzvah Day

July 9-13 Palos Verde Peninsula Kayaking Knotts Berry Farm Beach: Crystal Cove Mitzvah Day

July 16-20 Cabrillo Tide Pools Brewbakers Knott’s Soak City Laguna Beach Mitzvah Day

July 23-27 Bolsa Chica Wetlands Beach: Newport Dunes Angels Game Mitzvah Day OC Fair

July 30-August 3 Mitzvah DayEl Dorado

Nature Center3 day trip to JCA Shalom

August 6-10 El Dorado Park Photo Scavenger Hunt iFLY Indoor Skydiving Beach: Bolsa Chica Mitzvah Day

August 13-17 Stearns Park Paintball L.A. Zoo Seal Beach Mitzvah Day

August 20-24 Digital Filmmaking Camp: See below for details.

August 27-29 Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days No Camp No Camp

Trips & Schedule subject to change

Teen Summer Stock 2012Presents 13: The MusicalJune 25-July 295 week program • Monday - Friday 1pm-5pmExplore your theatrical side while hanging at the "J" withfriends old and new! This year's Summer Stock productionof 13 provides opportunities for teens to participate insinging, dancing, acting, prop and costume prep, and more.Five weeks of preparation Mon. thru Fri. afternoons lead up toperformances on Wed, July 25, Thur, July 26, Sat, July 28 &Sun, July 29.Auditions will take place during the first week; teens mustbe registered for Summer Stock in order to audition.

13 is a grown-up story about growing up!With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown,13 is a hilarious, high-energy musical for all ages about discovering that cool is where youfind it, and sometimes where you least expect it.

Summer Stock MorningsFor a minimal weekly fee, Summer Stock Teens can spend their mornings at the “J” andenjoy sports, swimming, cooking, crafts and more. Enroll for one week, or all five!

Counselor in Training (CIT)Leadership ProgramGrades 9-12Session l: June 25-July 20 / Session ll: July 23-August 17Teens develop leadership skills, acquire experience working with young campersand participate in special CIT workshops. CITs will spend part of their weekworking with a Camp Komaroff group or in an Early Childhood Educationclassroom in order to gain practical experience, and a portion of their week intraining sessions and team building activities. They’ll assist in a wide range ofactivities, including swimming, field trips, sports, crafts and more.Note: To be accepted into the CIT program, teens must fill out an applicationand be interviewed by CIT Director.(This program can be combined with Summer Stock)

Camp Komaroff

Offers Flexible SchedulingAt Camp Komaroff, we know that you and your family have uniquescheduling needs; we strive to give you a summer experience thatfits those needs. Check out our flexible camp scheduling below:

Extended Day OptionMorning & afternoon childcare

7-9am & 4-6pmFor kids who just can’t get enough of Camp Komaroff Fun!

For One Low Weekly Price


Camp Options

Summer Fun Day OptionBe in on the Summer Fun right from the beginningand stay to the very end.

Pre and Post-Camp Summer Fun Days(can be combined with Specialty/Sports Camps - See Registration form)June 18-22 (Mon-Fri)August 20-24 (Mon-Fri)August 27-29 (Mon-Wed)9am-4pm or 7am-6pmChoose only the days you need!

Thursday Night isTeen Night at the Pool

For Teens Grades 6 & upBeginning Thursday, June 28

5pm – 8pm$7 gets you dinner, dessert & beverages. Come on down with your friends & chillax.

Martial Arts Camps with Sensei MacMixed Martial Arts: July 30-August 3Jiu Jitsu: August 6-10 Choose one week or both!Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri • 9am-NoonAges 3-12Two weeks of martial arts instruction led by the JCC’s own Sensei Mac. All Levels Welcome.• Week of July 25: Mixed Martial Arts & Self Defense• Week of August 1: Jiu Jitsu, Grappling, & Ground Sparring

Let’s Get Physical: Fit Camp for Kids: August 13-17Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri • 9am-Noon

Ages 6-12Getting fit and staying fit can be a BLAST! Our new Fit Camp for kids combines circuit training,games, art, and nutrition education. Circuit training components may include Skillastics, yoga,Zumba, X-Box Kinect, Wii, light weights, and much, much more!

AJCC/ Webby Beginning Cheer Camp: July 2-6Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri • 9am-NoonAges 6-12Learn basic cheer skills, including splits, bridges, kicks, jumps, formations and hip hop/cheerroutines to age-appropriate music. Perfect for kids with lots of team spirit!

Half-Day CampsMon, Tues, Thurs, Fri • 9am-Noon (unless otherwise noted)

Can be combined with Combo Package

JEDI Engineering with LEGOs® with Play-Well TEKnologiesJune 18-22 / August 20-24Ages 5-7

Young Jedi will explore distant worlds and alien technologies while learning engineeringprinciples. Create X-Wings, R2-units and build settlements on the edge of the galaxy;and defeat the Empire! Jedi imagination, creativity and engineering knowledge will yieldamazing motorized and architectural projects that may include energy catapults, shieldgenerators and defense turrets. Neither the Alpert JCC nor Play-Well TEKnologies is affiliated with the LEGO® Group.

JEDI Master Engineering with LEGOs® with Play-Well TEKnologiesJune 18-22 / August 20-24Ages 7 & up

The Force is strong in this class. Build complex machines and structures designed in adistant galaxy. Projects include X-Wings, AT-AT walkers, Pod Racers, Star Destroyers,Cloud Cities and fortresses. Our instructors demonstrate key engineering concepts suchas gear trains, worm drives, pneumatics and eccentric motion, which campers apply withthe powerful force of their imagination. Neither the Alpert JCC nor Play-Well TEKnologies is affiliated with the LEGO® Group.

Get CraftyJune 25-29

Come create items you can use all year long. We will try our hands at print making, jewelrymaking, candle dipping, and learn to make your own playdough, puffy paint and glitter!

Cook what you love to eat!July 9-13

Spend a week learning how to make your favorite foods. We will make fun snacks,delicious desserts, refreshing drinks and foods you can give as gifts!

Science FactoryJuly 16-20

This unique camp will offer an incredible collection of projects and experiments that willamuse and amaze your scientist! Scientists will engage in exciting hands-on activities,watch spectacular demonstrations, participate in inquiry-based discussions and takehome things that they have made themselves.

Writers’ WorkshopJuly 23-27Discover the magic of the written word in this exciting camp focusing on prose & poetry,playwriting and more. Explore, share & listen in a workshop setting, while learning technique &style along the way.

Musical Theater - MYART at the “J” presents“You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown”July 30-August 17 (3 Week Camp)Instruction in voice, acting and movement help kids develop self-confidence and team-work;3 weeks of rehearsals will culminate with the musical production, “You’re a Good ManCharlie Brown.”

Sports CampsAges vary by camp

Specialty CampsAges 6-12

Combo Package Add the second half of the camp day to any Specialty or Sports Camp to create 5 full days of

camp fun...we’ll even include our Wednesday field trip at no extra cost!

Half-Day CampsSports Camps can be combined with Combo Package

Pete Davis LegendsBasketball CampJuly 9-13 / July 16-20Choose one week or both!Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri9am-NoonBoys & Girls ages 6-14Join us for two weeks of summer hoops at the J, led byformer Michigan State and NBA player Pete Davis. Learn basketball skills through

individual & group instruction, scrimmages and lectures, withcoaching by former NBA pros including Pete Davis & Mike"Crusher" Davis. Expect surprises, like last summer’s specialguest coach Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, and Jeffery “TwirleeDeLite” Dollison, former Harlem Globetrotter. All levels welcome. Players will receive a Pete Davis Legends Jersey.

The British are back in Long Beach!

Challenger Sports BritishSoccer Campat Westerly SchoolJune 25-29Mon-FriAges 3-16The Alpert JCC and ChallengerSports partner to offer soccercamps for kids from 3-16 years old.In this unique cross-cultural

experience, our British coaching staff helps kids enjoy socceras never before, with an emphasis on individual skill development,a daily World Cup-style Tournament, and much more!Register online at www.challengersports.com by May 11th andreceive a FREE Challenger Sports game jersey. ($40 value!)Select the Barbara & Ray Alpert JCC as your camp choice.

Combo Package Add the second half of the camp day to any Specialty or Sports Camp to create 5 full days of

camp fun...we’ll even include our Wednesday field trip at no extra cost!

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Teen Summer Stock 2012Presents 13: The MusicalJune 25-July 295 week program • Monday - Friday 1pm-5pmExplore your theatrical side while hanging at the "J" withfriends old and new! This year's Summer Stock productionof 13 provides opportunities for teens to participate insinging, dancing, acting, prop and costume prep, and more.Five weeks of preparation Mon. thru Fri. afternoons lead up toperformances on Wed, July 25, Thur, July 26, Sat, July 28 &Sun, July 29.Auditions will take place during the first week; teens mustbe registered for Summer Stock in order to audition.

13 is a grown-up story about growing up!With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown,13 is a hilarious, high-energy musical for all ages about discovering that cool is where youfind it, and sometimes where you least expect it.

Summer Stock MorningsFor a minimal weekly fee, Summer Stock Teens can spend their mornings at the “J” andenjoy sports, swimming, cooking, crafts and more. Enroll for one week, or all five!

Counselor in Training (CIT)Leadership ProgramGrades 9-12Session l: June 25-July 20 / Session ll: July 23-August 17Teens develop leadership skills, acquire experience working with young campersand participate in special CIT workshops. CITs will spend part of their weekworking with a Camp Komaroff group or in an Early Childhood Educationclassroom in order to gain practical experience, and a portion of their week intraining sessions and team building activities. They’ll assist in a wide range ofactivities, including swimming, field trips, sports, crafts and more.Note: To be accepted into the CIT program, teens must fill out an applicationand be interviewed by CIT Director.(This program can be combined with Summer Stock)

Camp Komaroff

Offers Flexible SchedulingAt Camp Komaroff, we know that you and your family have uniquescheduling needs; we strive to give you a summer experience thatfits those needs. Check out our flexible camp scheduling below:

Extended Day OptionMorning & afternoon childcare

7-9am & 4-6pmFor kids who just can’t get enough of Camp Komaroff Fun!

For One Low Weekly Price


Camp Options

Summer Fun Day OptionBe in on the Summer Fun right from the beginningand stay to the very end.

Pre and Post-Camp Summer Fun Days(can be combined with Specialty/Sports Camps - See Registration form)June 18-22 (Mon-Fri)August 20-24 (Mon-Fri)August 27-29 (Mon-Wed)9am-4pm or 7am-6pmChoose only the days you need!

Thursday Night isTeen Night at the Pool

For Teens Grades 6 & upBeginning Thursday, June 28

5pm – 8pm$7 gets you dinner, dessert & beverages. Come on down with your friends & chillax.

June 25 - August 178 weeks of Summer Fun9am - 4pm (extended day available)

Camp Komaroff3 or 5 days per weekOur goal is to help youngsters cultivate friendships, develop a sense oftheir place in the world, and forge connections to their camp group,their family, and to the Jewish community, through a variety of indoorand outdoor activities and experiences.

Camp Komaroff activities include• Sports • Field Trips • Science • Ga Ga • Arts & Crafts

• Judaic Learning Experiences/Israeli Culture • Junior Maccabi Games

• Music • Computer Lab • Dance & Drama • Cooking • Group Games

• Team Building • Oneg Shabbat • Theme Days • Special Visitors

• Two All-Camp Overnights at the "J" (Thursday, July 5 & Thursday, August 2)

Field Trip Schedule (Trips are on Wednesdays; schedule subject to change.)Atlantis Park ..........................................................June 27Knott's Berry Farm................................................July 11Soak City ..................................................................July 18California Science Center/IMAX ........................July 25Redondo Beach Seaside Lagoon ........................August 1Taco Bell Discovery Science Center..................August 8L.A. Zoo ....................................................................August 15

Digital FilmmakingAugust 20-24 (Mon-Fri, 1-4pm)Grades 6 & upHands-on, immersive experience in digital filmmaking.Students work in small groups to make a film, learning allaspects of production including planning, writing, shooting,editing and scoring. Camp will culminate with a private filmscreening on Friday afternoon for family and friends.(Can be combined with morning program for a full day; see registration form)

Summer Fun Day OptionPre and Post-Camp Summer Fun DaysJune 18-22 (Mon-Fri)August 27, 28, 29 (Mon, Tue, Wed)9am-4pm or 7am-6pmChoose only the days you need!

Camp “J” CrewChill with your friends all over town & at the “J”Monday - Friday, 9am - 4pm (extended hours available)Includes field trips, overnights, and Mitzvah days @ the “J”*Days @ the J Include: Judaics, Tzedakah/Community Service, Cooking, Crafts,Swimming and Sports.

Extended Days Option:Mornings & afternoons7-9am & 4-6pmFor teens who can’t get enough of the “J”.For One Low Weekly Price

JCC Camp KomaroffGrades 1-6


Weeks Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

June 18-22 Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days

June 25-29 Griffith Park Ropes Course Bowling Huntington Beach Mitzvah Day

July 2-6 Irvine Regional Park Seal Beach No CampUniversal Studios/Overnight @ J Mitzvah Day

July 9-13 Palos Verde Peninsula Kayaking Knotts Berry Farm Beach: Crystal Cove Mitzvah Day

July 16-20 Cabrillo Tide Pools Brewbakers Knott’s Soak City Laguna Beach Mitzvah Day

July 23-27 Bolsa Chica Wetlands Beach: Newport Dunes Angels Game Mitzvah Day OC Fair

July 30-August 3 Mitzvah DayEl Dorado

Nature Center3 day trip to JCA Shalom

August 6-10 El Dorado Park Photo Scavenger Hunt iFLY Indoor Skydiving Beach: Bolsa Chica Mitzvah Day

August 13-17 Stearns Park Paintball L.A. Zoo Seal Beach Mitzvah Day

August 20-24 Digital Filmmaking Camp: See below for details.

August 27-29 Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days Summer Fun Days No Camp No Camp

Trips & Schedule subject to change

Youth Swim Teamwith Coach Rafe Montes Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 5:15-6:30pmTuesday & Friday, 8-9:15amAges: 6-14Become a stronger swimmer; train to improve swim stroke and technique. Compete in optional swim meets (additional cost for meets).Start anytime!Session l: June 1-29Session ll: July 2-31Session lll: August 1-31FREE Tryouts: Mon, 5-5:30pm (Everyone must tryout!)visit www.alpertjcc.org for prices

Prep Swim Teamwith Coach Rafe Montes

Tuesday, Thursday, 4:30-5:15pmAges: 5-12

Learn strokes & flip turns; improve technique & gain endurance.Prep Swim Team is a stepping stone from swim lessons to the Youth Swim Team.

Start anytime!Session l: June 8-28Session ll: July 3-31

Session lll: August 2-30FREE Tryouts: Tue, 5-5:30pm (Everyone must tryout!)

visit www.alpertjcc.org for prices

Summer Aquatics

Youth Water PoloJoin Today!Monday & WednesdayAges: 5-8, 4-4:30pmAges: 8-12, 4:30-5:15pmLearn the basics of ball handling and shootingwhile improving swim skills. Work on treadingwater and swim strokes specific for waterpolo.2 Weekend Tournaments/Scrimmage Games.FREE Tryouts: Mon, June 19 & Wed, June 214-4:30pmStart anytime!Session l: June 25-July 18 (4 Wks)Session ll: July 23-August 16 (4 Wks)$50/AJCC Member; $65/Public*Must be USA Water Polo Member ($35-$55 per year)FREE H2O Polo T-Shirt & Team Photos

3801 East Willow Street • Long Beach, CA 90815Sascha Bryan-Zwick, Aquatics Director (562)426-7601, ext. 1035

[email protected] • www.alpertjcc.org

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Swim University3801 East Willow Street • Long Beach, CA 90815

Sascha Bryan-Zwick, Aquatics Director (562)426-7601, ext. [email protected] • www.alpertjcc.org

Group Swim ClassesMonday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday

Come to the “J” & get your child water safe for the Summer!

Tiny Tots: Ages: 3-5 (1:4 ratio)9-9:30am / 1:30-2pm / 2:30-3pm

Beginner: Ages: 4-6 (1:4 ratio)9:30-10am / 2-2:30pm / 3-3:30pm

Advanced Beginner Ages: 5-8 (1:6 ratio)10-10:30am / 3:30-4pm

FREE 10 min. Evaluation,Fri. May 25, June 1, June 8, 1-3pm

Call for an apointment

Session l: June 18-July 12 (4 wks)Session ll: July 16-August 9 (4 wks)Session lll: August 13-23 (2 wks)

$75/AJCC Member; $90/Public, 4 week session$37.50/AJCC Member; $45/Public, 2 week session

Spots fill quickly, sign up starts in May!

Private Swim

Lessons1-on-1 Instruction

All agesLearn how to swim with one of our Swim University instructors.

(4) 15 min lessons: $95/AJCC Member; $120/Public(4) 30 min lessons: $150/AJCC Member; $180/Public

Lessons fill quickly, Sign up today!Adult swim lessons are also available.

ACA AccreditationSummer Youth & Teen Programs at the Barbara & Ray Alpert Jewish Community Center are accredited by the American Camp Association.Accreditation is a distinction achieved by only 25% of those camps seeking to meet the high standards set forth by the ACA. To earn accreditation,we willingly comply with over 250 health, safety, and program quality standards; these standards have been trusted by parents for more thanhalf a century. We've invested in accreditation for over twenty years because we believe that the values of the American Camp Associationmirror the values so important to the Alpert JCC: Community, Respect, and the Health and Safety of our most precious resource, our children.

Friday, May 11Last day for Early Bird Discount!

Friday, June 1Last day to make changes without penalty

Monday, June 18First Day of Summer Programming

Thursday, July 5All-Camp Overnight @ the “J”

Thursday, August 2All-Camp Overnight @ the “J”

Wed, Thur, Sat, Sun, July 25, 26, 28, 29Teen Summer Stock Performances of “13”

Friday, August 17MYART at the “J” Performance of “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown”

Wednesday, August 29Last Day of Summer Programming

Wednesday, September 12Kids' University After School Program Begins

ContactsNatalie Chernik

Interim Camp Director


Rachel Gordon

Youth & Teen Program Coordinator


For more info. on Aquatics Programs contact

Sascha Bryan-Zwick

Alpert JCC Aquatics Director


www.alpertjcc.orgDates to Remember!

Tuesday Nights At The Pool Are Back!Fun for the entire family. Delicious Dinners - Fun N’ GamesGreat Entertainment. For date & times visit www.alpertjcc.org

Thursday Night is Teen Night at the PoolChill by the pool and enjoy pizza and friends.Begins June 28

Nonprofit Org.

U.S. Postage

PAIDPermit No. 1713

Long Beach, CA

Call about Early Bird SpecialsNo Registration Fee!!!

SAVE MONEY NOW!

3801 East Willow Street • Long Beach CA 90815(562) 426-7601 • www.alpertjcc.org

alpert jcc 2012 summer camps

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