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Spring/Summer Programs

Town of Somers Parks and Recreation

Your Guide to 2013 Fun!

What’s New!

New Skyhawk's Summer Camps

UK Soccer Clinics and Camps

Children’s Music Programs

Meditation Classes

Summer 5k Series

Visit us online!

http://somers.recdesk.com/

http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal

The 2013 Somers Recreation Guide is proudly presented by the Town of Som-

ers Recreation Department. We hope this guide will help your family and

friends engage with unlimited recreation opportunities. Somers is a great place

to live and play! Our goal is simple: We want to help you make

recreation and fitness a priority in your life and in our community.

We will see you here!

Amy Saada

Recreation Director

Contact Us:

Call us: Phone: 860-749-7160

Fax: 860-763-8229

Email us: [email protected]

At the office: 19 Battle Street

Somers, CT 06071

Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm

Friday 8:00am-1:00pm

Holiday Closings: New Years Day, MLK, Presidents Day, Good Friday, Memorial

Day, Independence Day, Day after 4th of July, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans

Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.

On the Web: http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal

http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal

Your Satisfaction Guaranteed!

The Somers Recreation Department strives to provide the residents of Somers with high-quality

recreation programs, activities and special events. We are confident you will be satisfied with our

services and programs! If you are not satisfied, we would appreciate your comments, ideas or

suggestions for improvement.

Employment Opportunities

Applications for Spring and Summer Programs are now being accepted. Seeking instructors for

Tot Soccer, T-Ball. Applications will be accepted now through May 3rd for Summer Camp

Counselors, Director and Assistant Director Positions. EEOC

Americans with Disabilities Act

Somers Recreation Department complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability. ADA requires that recreation programs must

be implemented in the most integrated setting possible, appropriate for each individual. Persons

with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Somers Recreation Department at least two weeks

in advance regarding any accommodations needed to assist with participation. If you have

questions, call 860-749-7160.

Weather Cancellation Policy

The Somers Recreation Department follows the Somers School District inclement weather policy.

So if schools are closed, recreation activities are cancelled. Tune into WFSB Channel 3 for the

most recently updated information. Make up classes will be schedule based on facility and

instructor availability.

Participant Behavior

Participants are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times. Participants shall behave in a

safe and responsible manner, show courtesy and respect to other participants, volunteers, staff and

treat equipment and facilities with care.

Ideas or Suggestions:

Have a great program idea or a desire to teach, earn money, and

give back to the community? We continually seek to improve

and grow our offering of programs and classes but need

dedicated, enthusiastic instructors like you to make it happen.

please call 860-749-7160 or email us at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you!

Program Information

The Somers Recreation Department reserves

the right to reschedule, relocate, or cancel any

announced program due to

facility availability and public response. The

Recreation Department may also establish

minimum or maximum class sizes to ensure

appropriate instructor-to-participant ratios.

Registration Information

There are three ways to register for a program,

online, in-person, mail-in.

1. Most programs allow for online

registration. Visit our website and Login as a

Member, or Register as a New Member. You

will input your information, choose all the

programs you wish to register for, and will be

able to pay by credit card.

2. You may mail in a registration form

(available on our website) and payment to our

office.

3. You may register in-person at the

office during business hours.

4. Phone registrations are not accepted

for any programs.

5. Registration is accepted on a first-

come, first-serve basis and class sizes are

limited. Programs will be canceled if

registration does not meet the minimum.

Payment

Payment must be made in full at the time of

registration, without exception. We accept cash

and checks made payable to Somers

Recreation. Returned checks will be charged

a bank fee.

Email List

Email [email protected] to be added to our

email database and receive important

information on the Department and our

programs!

Oops!

The Recreation Department makes every effort

to ensure the accuracy of the program

information found in this brochure. Changes in

programming may occur, and we

will attempt to keep information updated on

our website. All programs, instructors, and

locations are subject to change.

No News is Good News

We do not call or mail participants with

program confirmations.

We will only call you if you did not get into a

class, or a class has been canceled due to

minimum enrollment.

Photo Policy

Any photograph taken of any participants in an

Somers Recreation Department program or

activity may be used for publication or

marketing purposes such as brochures and

website content. Any participant, or parent of

youth participant, who wishes to not have a

photograph of them used must notify the

department in writing of this.

Registration Information

http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/

Sprouting Melodies® is an award-winning early childhood music program coming to Somers

CT!!! It is the only early childhood music program created by music therapists and offered through

board certified music therapists who complete the early childhood training.

Sprouting Melodies® offers a distinctly different, research-based approach to infant and toddler

music classes. Age-specific classes for infants, toddlers, siblings and preschoolers include songs,

instrument play and movement that encourage musical, social, physical, and emotional growth and

development.

Classes are provided by Renee Coro, board certified music therapist and owner of Harmonious

Happenings Music Therapy Services. Renee has experience working with young children of all

abilities and welcomes everyone to join in on this dynamic, interactive program as both you and

your child will benefit from this experience.

Classes will run for six weeks every Monday beginning April 15th and ending on May 20th at the

Kibbe Fuller Community Center on Rt. 190 in Somers.

Sprouting Melodies 3- (18-36 months): 9-9:45am

Family Sprouts- for families with siblings (ages 0-5): 10-10:45am

Sprouting Melodies 2- (6-18 months): 11-11:45am

The fee is $150 for the first child and $75 for the second.

To register contact Renee Coro at (860) 324-2355...NEW CLASSES FORMING!!

or visit www.harmonious-happenings.com

Spring Program

http://www.harmonious-happenings.com/

New Program

ZUMBA

TONING

When it comes to body sculpting, Zumba® Toning raises the

bar (or rather, the toning stick). It combines targeted body-

sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-

infused Zumba moves to create a calorie-torching, strength-

training dance fitness-party. Students learn how to use

lightweight, maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and

tone all their target zones, including arms, abs and thighs.

Zumba Toning is the perfect way for enthusiasts to sculpt

their bodies naturally while having a total blast.

DATE: Monday’s in July! (July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29)

FEE:$25.00

TIME: 8:15am-9:15am

WHERE: Kibbe Fuller Gym

Minimum of 10 needed to run the class. Don’t delay!

Register online today..

SPRING PROGRAM

http://www.zumba.com/zumbatomichttp://www.zumba.com/zumbatomic

Fitness, Fitness, Fitness!!

YOGA Through the Ages…. Very Gentle yoga class, modified to accommodate individual levels of physical ability. Join

Kripalu-certified yoga instructor, Pat Baker, for a slow, mindful approach to both strengthen

and relax the body. Yoga can significantly enhance physical energy, increase balance and flexi-

bility, reduce stress and anxiety. Age with energy and vitality.

Kibbe Fuller, ongoing classes Tuesday mornings 9:45 – 10:45 am. $20 for 5 sessions.

Instructor: Pat Baker at 860-668-4851.

Gentle Yoga is taught by Kripalu certified instructor Pat Baker. A gentle, therapeutic yoga,

fully instructed, including modifications. This gentle class is designed for individuals who have

little or no yoga experience, or the experienced yogi to safely explore one’s practice. You will

learn breathing techniques while practicing basic yoga postures. An enjoyable series of stretch-

es and movements leave you energized and relaxed.

Kibbe Fuller, ongoing classes Thursday mornings 9:45-10:45 am. Five weekly sessions for

$40. Please bring a yoga mat and blanket.

Instructor: Pat Baker at 860-668-4851.

Yoga Class, you will strengthen, tone, increase flexibility, and improve the function of all body

systems. You will feel benefits after your very first class! This is an excellent opportunity to

experience this ancient practice with a seasoned teacher at a great price! 1 hour class. Bring a

Yoga Mat and a blanket.

Kibbe Fuller Gym, Tuesday Evenings, 6-7pm, 10 Consecutive Weeks for $80.00. Please bring

Yoga Mat, Blanket and Water. Register online today.

Instructor: Diana Ricci-Gunther

Zumba Toning

Mondays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (5 Weeks!)

Fee: $25.00

Where: Kibbe Fuller

Register online today!

Instructor: Kelly Phillips

THE SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND ATHELTIC ASSOCIATION &

SOMERS RECREATION DEPARTMENT PRESENT THE

2013 SOMERS SUMMER SERIES

A fun, family friendly, grass-roots weekly 5k race series taking place on

the Somers High School Cross Country Course!

Great way to get in shape for the Somers Great Escape on September 14th!

When: Every Wednesday night, July 24 through September 11

Time: Registration opens at 5:15 / Race starts at 6:15 – Rain or shine!

Place: Somers High School parking lot nearest the outdoor track

Entry Fee: Adults -$8.00 per race, at the door Children 10 & Under – Free

Full Series -$58 -includes bib & chip and one free race! Must be paid by

7/24. -Paid online at: www.somers.recdesk/recdeskportal/ -Checks: SNE-

AA, 677 Main Street, Somers, CT 06071

Bib & Chip Fee: Each race will be digitally timed. At your first race, eve-

ryone will be assigned a bib and timing chip that you will use for each race

in the series. There will be a one-time charge of $2 the first time you regis-

ter to cover the cost of the bib and chip. Don’t lose your bib and chip! If

you do, you’ll need to buy a replacement for another $2.

Awards & Prizes will be given out weekly to the overall & age group win-

ners. Grand Prix: At the end of the Series, the top male & female scorers

will receive special awards. (Must run in all 8 races to qualify)

Info: Email: [email protected] Phone: 413-519-6566

Town of Somers

2013 SUMMER CAMP OFFERINGS

Registration OPEN! The Somers Recreation Department is proud to offer safe, fun, educational opportunities

for your child(ren) during the summer while school is out. Please take time to view all the

camps and activities on the next few pages. The camps offered are listed on this page with

their descriptions on the next few pages.

You can register for most camps and activities online. It will be noted if the camp does not

offer online registration and instructions on how to register.

SOMERS DAY CAMP-boys and girls ages 5-12

SMALL FRY CAMP-boys and girls ages 3-6

ART CAMPS– boys and girls-All ages

SOMLAX– boys entering grades 4-9 July 15-18

SWISH Basketball Camp-boys and girls grades 2-9

Tennis Camp– boys and girls Ages 6-14 June 24-28th, July 15-19, Aug 12-16

Tiny Tennis Camp– boys and girls Ages 3-5 June 24-28, July 15-19, Aug 12-16

***(Register for the above camps online at http://somers.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/)

Cressotti Baseball Camp, ages 7-12 (register by calling 860-745-5863)

Cressotti Tee Ball Camp, ages 4-6 (register by calling 860-745-5863)

UK Mini Soccer Camp, ages 4-6, July 15-19, 5:00-6:30pm, Cost $70.00 UK Soccer Camp, ages 6-14, July 15-19, 5:00-8:00pm, Cost $105.00

Register for Soccer Camps by visiting: http://www.uksocca.com

SKYHAWKS CAMPS (register online at www.skyhawks.com or on Somers rec site)

Basketball Camp-grades K-2

Flag Football-ages 7-12

Multi-Sport (soccer, baseball, basketball, flag football) ages 7-10

Tiny Hawk (Soccer and Basketball), ages 3-4

SNAG (starting new at golf), ages 5-8

SNAG (staring new at golf), ages 9-11

Mini-Hawk (soccer, baseball , basketball), ages 4-7

The Somers Recreation Department offers endless opportunities for your child to have a fun

and memorable camp experience. Our day camp program is designed to spark your child’s im-

agination, grow new friendships, and assist them in discovering new talents each and every

day. With creatively-planned activities, campers enjoy summer to the fullest extent. With

weekly field trips and themes, your child(ren) are sure to have a great time!

Camp Sessions are held Monday through Friday from 9:00am-3:00pm.

Camp is held at the Field Road Park. Counselors are CPR and First Aid Certified.

What to Wear: Shorts and a T-shirt

Sneakers

Hat with a visor

What to Bring: Lunch, Snacks and Drinks

A Backpack with: Towel, Extra Clothes, Suntan Lotion (try to put on before camp)

Week 1, 6/24-6/28

Week 2, 7/1-7/5 (No Camp July 4th)

Week 3, 7/8-712,

Week 4, 7/15-7/19

Week 5, 7/22-7/26

Week 6, 7/29-8/2,

Week 7, 8/5-8/9,

Week 8, 8/12-8/16

FEE: $100 for Week 2

FEE: $125.00 for Weeks 1 and 3-8

Before Care is $20.00 per week

After Care is $30.00 per week

A field trip each week as well as an entertainer visiting camp each week!

We offer BEFORE and AFTER Camp Care to accommodate parents.

The Before Camp Program runs Monday-Friday from 7:30am-9:00am, FEE is 20.00 per week

The After Camp Program runs Monday-Friday from 3:00pm-5:30pm, FEE is 30.00 per week

The Before and After Camp Care is held at Field Road Park.

There is a $10 second camper discount on camp as well as a 15.00 3rd child discount.

You will be able to choose these activities during the online checkout.

Summer Day Camp

2013

Ages 5-12

The Somers Recreation Department invites our youngest campers to Small Fry Camp! Our

fantastic staff of trained counselors will guide your child(ren) through our action packed days

of songs, stories, games, snacks, arts and crafts and indoor and outdoor activities. Weekly

Themes, Daily Outside Play, and Special Theme Days add to the fun!

Camp Sessions are held Monday through Friday from 9:00am-12:00pm.

Camp is held at the Somers Elementary School Gym

What to Wear: Shorts and a T-shirt

Sneakers

Hat with a visor

What to Bring: A snack and drink

A Backpack with: Towel, Extra Clothes, Suntan Lotion (try to put on before camp)

Session A, July 8-12, Dinosaur Week

Session B, July 15-19, Under the Sea

Session C, July 22-26, Creepy Crawly Things

Session D, July 29-Aug. 2, At the Ranch

Session E, Aug 5-9, Out In Space

Session F, Aug 12-16, Zoo Animals

FEE: $70.00 per session

ALL NEW!! Once per week, children will visit the day camp to take part in the weekly enter-

tainer that visits the camps.

Some of the entertainers include:

Ed the Wizard

Bossy Frog Band

Forest Park Zoo on the Go

All Engines that GO...fire trucks, police cars, dump trucks and more!

Kids Comedy Show

And more!

Small Fry

Camp Ages 3-6

Somers Recreation Department

SOMLAX Summer Lacrosse 1/2 Day Camp

Join Ken McCarthy, SHS Varsity Lacrosse Coach for this exciting camp!

Campers of all ages and abilities will have fun and improve their game by

learning the fundamental skills, advanced tactics and techniques of lacrosse.

Boys are separated into the following age groups:

Boys entering grades 4-6

Boys entering grades 7-9

Fee: 125.00, includes camp jersey!!

Time: 8:30am-11:30am (both age groups)

Location: Firehouse Fields

JULY 15-18th

SPACE IS LIMITED. Registration Deadline is June 26th.

Register online today at:



SWISH School of Basketball Camp

Emphasis will be placed on learning individual offensive and defensive skills, such

as shooting technique, footwork, dribbling, and ball handling skills. Each day

campers will participate in a team game, through which they will further develop

their understanding of basketball tactics and teamwork.

John Hostetler, the boys coach at Somers High School is hosting SWISH Basket-

ball camp for its 9th year! He is licensed to coach by the State of Connecticut and

is CPR and 1st Aid Certified.

Date: June 24th-29th

Girls and Boys, grades 6-9, 9:00am-12:00pm FEE: $125.00

Girls and Boys, grades 2-5, 12:30pm-2:30pm FEE: $90.00

UK International

SOCCER CAMP

UKISC Mini Camp For the youngest players just beginning the game. Our programs focus on fun, exciting games to

build confidence and teach the fundamentals, with maximum participation in a fun oriented envi-

ronment.

July 15-19

5 PM to 6:30 PM

ages 4 yrs to 6 yrs

Cost: $ 70


UK Classic Enhances player’s technical development & skill building in a stimulating environment. Players are challenged to con-

sider basic tactical components at an age appropriate level, including attacking and defending principles. For those

that are 11-14, the programs are aimed towards developing players both technically and tactically, which include ses-

sions that help improve players decision making.

July 15-19

From 5 PM to 8 PM

ages 6 yrs to 14 yrs

Cost: $ 105


TO REGISTER: www.uksocca.com

http://www.uksocca.com/newhtml/index.html

TENNIS CAMPS This camp is directed by Conrad McIntire Jr. who is a nationally known speaker on “Creative

Ways to Teach Modern Tennis Strokes”, having presented at the World Tennis Symposium, The

World Tennis Conference, The Florida State Convention and the New England Tennis Conven-

tion. He has also achieved a Pro-1 certification rating with both the USPTA and PTR, a distinc-

tion held by less than 8% of tennis pros world wide. Reiny Maier, director of prestigious Nike

Tennis Camp has called him one of the :most imaginative, and creative tennis pro’s I have ever

met! He makes learning Tennis FUN”. His staff is specially trained and his program motto is

...FUN, FITNESS, FRIENDS FOR LIFE!...

Teaching children tennis offers a gift for life, as

unlike many other sports, tennis offers health and

social benefits for a lifetime! This program breaks

children into groups by age and skill levels and

utilizes the latest guidelines to teach the younger

kids with lighter, slower and lower bouncing

balls.

ALL EQUIPMENT PROVIDED!!

Week 1: June 24-28

Week 2: July 15-19

Week 3: August 12-16

Ages 6-14, Monday-Friday of weeks above.

FEE: $90.00

TIME: 9:15am-12:15pm

Ages 3-5, Mon/Wed/Friday on weeks above.

FEE: $35.00

TIME: 8:30-9:15am

Register online today!!


ART CAMPS

Come join the High School Art Teachers for fun filled Art Courses! They offer spe-

cialized art instruction for students in grades 2 though ADULT! CLASS descriptions

on the next few pages. Fee is $105 per session.

$15.00 Supply Fee due first day of camp.

ELEMENTARY ART PROGRAM: (ages 7-11, entering grades 2-5)

9-11:30am Noon-2:30pm Week 1 (July 8-12) Clay Club A Printmaking

Week 2 (July 15-19) Clay Club B Sculpture

Week 3 (July 22-26) Nature ART Drawing & Painting

Week 4 (July 29-Aug 2) Animal ART Multi-media

MIDDLE – ADULT ART PROGRAM: (grade 6 – 12/adult)

9-11:30am Noon-2:30pm Week 1 (July 8-12) PAINTING/BOOKS CLAY A

Week 2 (July 15-19) DRAWING CLAY B

Week 3 (July 22-26) CLAY A BOOKS, DRAWING

Week 4 (July 29-Aug 2) CLAY B PAINTING

Instructor Profiles:

*Mary Curran has taught art at every grade level, K-12, in public schools since 1981. Currently teaching

at Somers High School, she holds a BFA/ed from the University of Massachusetts/Amherst with a studio

emphasis in Printmaking. A long time resident of Tucson, Arizona, Mary has recently returned to her roots

in New England. As an artist, she has worked in a wide variety of art media including costume design, large

-scale mural and mosaic installation, primitive pottery firing, landscape and portrait drawing, and more re-

cently, a concentration in ceramics. Her work can be seen at lightundergroundstudio.com

[email protected]

*Sarah Burda taught privately and worked as a rare book conservator before becoming a public school art

educator in 2003. Sarah received her BFA from Syracuse University with a concentration in Printmaking

and Ceramics, as well as a MALS fine art from Wesleyan University, and has been teaching Ceramics and

Sculpture at SHS since 2005. [email protected]

*Kyle Kipfer taught a variety of summer and private art courses while studying Illustration at the Universi-

ty of Connecticut in Storrs. After completing his BFA at UConn Kyle worked in the field of graphic design

before returning to school at Central Connecticut State University to acquire his Art Education teaching cer-

tification. Kyle continues to work as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator while teaching part time

and coaching freshman basketball and Unified Sports at Somers High School.

CLAY CLUB 1: Week 1/morning

CLAY CLUB 2: Week 2/morning Elementary:

We will have a clayful, playful week of delightfully muddy hands making art with clay!

Using pinch, coil and slab techniques and all kinds of tools, we will make everything from bowls to planters to wind

chimes and dragons! New twists on past projects included!

CLAY CLUB 1 must be taken before CLAY CLUB 2. Products from Clay Club 1 will be fired once and not glazed.

During Clay Club 2, Colorful slip and glazes will be used to finish the work that was made during Clay Club 1.

Instructor: Mary Curran

PRINTMAKING: Week 1/afternoon Elementary:

Long before computers and copy machines, things were printed by hand.

Artists still do that! In this class, we will make original artwork that multiplies when we print it by hand! We will

make stencils and stamps and use found and funny objects, foam and even textured collages to create beautiful things

including cards

and wrapping paper….we will even print on clay pots and T-shirts*!!!

(*Bring at least one plain t-shirt to print on…or more if you want to!)


SCULPTURE: Week 2/afternoon Elementary:

In this fun, exciting, hands on class, we will bring a new “dimension” to our work by exploring the wonderful world

of sculpture! We will play with clay, paper mache and many more materials to build amazing sculptures. Bring your

imagination and prepare to create! If you took this class last year, we will be mixing it up with some new and

different projects!

Instructor: Mary Curran NATURE ART: Week 3/morning Elementary:

This is a class for you nature and art lovers like me! We will use nature for our inspiration, our ideas and even our

materials! We will paint, draw and even use some clay as we create incredible, nature themed artwork in this active

and exciting class!


DRAWING AND PAINTING: Week 3/afternoon Elementary:

Spend your afternoon perfecting your artistic skills! In this class students will learn how to use line, value, texture

and color in a variety of media to sharpen their drawing and painting skills. Using pencil, charcoal, pastels and wa-

tercolor, we will practice cool techniques and produce fantastic artwork! All students will get their own sketchbook

and drawing tools to keep! If you took this last year, bring your old sketchbook (if there’s still lots of room in it) and

take $5 off the materials fee! We will explore new things this year!


ANIMAL ART: Week 4/morning Elementary:

Do you LOVE animals? Do you love ART? ME TOO!!

In this critter filled class, we will paint, draw, print, make masks and use clay

to make all kinds of animals! While we create, we will learn new things about

funny and amazing animals! If you took this class last year, we will be mixing

it up with some different projects!


Elementary Art Camp Descriptions

MIDDLE SCHOOL THROUGH ADULT CLASSES:

BOOKS!: Week 1/morning, Week 3/afternoon Middle School through Adult: In this age of texting and Facebook, a welcome break can be had by opening a book.

Or even better, by making your own! In this course we will explore visual storytelling along with bookmaking tech-

niques to create unique pieces of art. Traditional and experimental structures will be demonstrated; drawing, painting,

lettering and collage are a few of the techniques to be explored. Come have fun bringing your stories to life this sum-

mer!

Instructor: Sarah Burda

CLAY! A: Week 1/afternoon and 3/morning

CLAY! B: Week 2/afternoon and 4/morning Middle School through Adult: These courses are designed for the art student who has some clay experience but would like to explore new or differ-

ent techniques! A fun, creative introduction to handbuliding and/or wheel throwing, all ideas, both sculptural and

functional are encouraged!! Clay A will cover underglazing (applying color to wet clay) and texturing of surfaces.

Clay B will allow for more in-depth wheel and overglaze exploration. Finished work will be dried and fired at the end

of Clay A to be picked up as is -- or will be stored to be worked on and glazed in Clay B the following week.

Instructor: Sarah Burda/Kyle Kiper

DRAWING: Week 2/morning, Week 3/afternoon Middle School through Adult: Do you love to draw? Do you wish you could draw what you see exactly how it looks?

Then this class is for you!! Using techniques from brain research and classic drawing lessons, we will investigate tech-

niques to help you observe and draw the world as you see it. Experienced students will enjoy new techniques and the

emphasis will be on developing “mad skills” while having a fun, relaxing time!!

All students will get their own sketchbook and drawing tools to keep!

Instructor: Sarah Burda/Kyle Kipfer

PAINTING: Week 1/morning, Week 4/afternoon Middle School through Adult: This class will focus on the element of color in a multitude of painting media. Students

will create original work in a variety of media such as watercolor, tempera and acrylic on special papers and canvas,

and will explore all the nuances each medium has to offer. Experienced students will enjoy stretching their skills with

new techniques. If you love color, you will love learning new ways to use it!

Instructor: Sarah Burda/Kyle Kipfer

Middle-Adult Art Camp

Descriptions

SKYHAWKS CAMPS GRADES K-2 BASKETBALL

This fun, skill intensive program is designed for

beginning to intermediate players. In addition to the

technical basketball skills, our basketball staff will

focus on respect, teamwork and responsibility.

WHEN: 7/29-8/2

TIME: 9am-12pm

GRADES; K-2

FEE: $105

LOCATION: MBA GYM

FLAG FOOTBALL

Campers learn skills on both sides of the football

including the core components of passing, catching

and defense-all in a fun and positive environment.

The week ends with a Skyhawk's Sports Bowl!

WHEN: 7/15-7/19

TIME: 9am-12pm

AGES: 7-12

FEE: $105

LOCATION: FIELD ROAD PARK

MULTI– SPORT

(Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football)

In this multi-sport camp, we combine four sports into

one fun-filled week. Athletes will learn the rules and

essential skills of each sport along with vital life

lessons such as respect and teamwork.

WHEN: 7/22-7/26

TIME: 9am-1:00pm

AGES: 7-10

FEE: $115


TINY HAWK (Soccer and Basketball)

This camp for pre-school aged kids introduces the

essentials of two sports. Through games and

activities, campers explore balance, hand-eye

coordination, and skill development. Must be toilet

trained to participate.

WHEN: 7/22-26

TIME: 9am-9:50am

AGES: 3-4

FEE: $55


SNAG-Starting New at GOLF

Campers will learn the fundamentals of

swinging, putting, and body positioning.

Using the SNAG (starting new at golf)

system, we have simplified instruction so

that young players can make an effective

transition onto the golf course.

All equipment is provided!

WHEN: 6/24-6/28

TIME: 9am-12pm

AGES: 5-8 and 9-11

FEE: $105


MINI HAWK (soccer, baseball, basketball)

This baseball, basketball and soccer

program gives young children a fun and

positive first step into athletics. Through

games and activities, campers explore

balance, hand/eye coordination and skill

development at their own pace.

WHEN: 7/22-7/26

TIME: 10am-1pm

AGES: 4-7

FEE: $105


To REGISTER FOR SKYHAWKS CAMPS…. ONLINE: www.skyhawks.com

IN PERSON: 19 Battle Street, Somers, CT

Why not try and exciting overnight camp !

CAMP CONNRI

WHO: Children aged 7 - 12 years (Kids Camp sessions)

Teens aged 13 - 15 years (Teen Camp session)

WHAT: Camp CONNRI is situated on 272 acres of rolling hills, overlooking a pristine 50 acre

lake in Ashford, Connecticut. Campers enjoy a wide variety of activities including: swimming,

hiking, fishing, kayaking, baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, nature studies, arts and crafts,

low ropes, geocaching and much more. The camp offers a safe, Christian environment that nour-

ishes each child's physical growth, mental maturity, and spiritual enthusiasm. Activities are under

the supervision of certified, experienced personnel, where the safety and welfare of all campers is

a primary concern of every staff member.

The Camp is proud to be accredited by the American Camping Association, the State of Connecti-

cut, and The Salvation Army.

WHERE: Camp CONNRI is located in Ashford, CT

Route 74

Ashford, CT

WHY: summer fun!

WHEN: Teen Camp July 17 - 19

Kids Camp #1 July 22 - 26

Kids Camp #2 July 29 - August 2

Kids Camp #3 August 12 - 16

COST: $35/per child for a week long session* (Check Payable to The Salvation Army)

TO REGISTER: Please contact the Somers Recreation Department at 860-763-4379

YMCA CAMP OFFERINGS

Swimming, fun, and friends is what Camp Indian Valley is all about. At Camp

Indian Valley campers have a great camp experience right at the Indian Valley

YMCA. Our caring and well trained counselors lead campers through fun activ-

ities such as games, arts and crafts, and science and nature! Campers also get to

swim every day in the Indian Valley Family YMCA pool in Ellington! Each

session campers will celebrate a theme day and will have a special event such

as a moonbounce, a magic show, or musical entertainment! Campers are broken

down in three separate groups based on age.

Nipmunks: For campers entering K – 2nd Grade

Day Camp is a whole new experience for younger campers! Nipmunk campers will be intro-

duced to the adventure of camp while getting the special attention our younger campers

need. All activities are designed with the interest of your younger camper in mind.

Chippewas: For campers entering 3rd – 5th Grade

Chippewa campers enjoy choosing among a variety of age-appropriate and fun activities.

Activities are more challenging to capture the interest of our older campers. Campers will

have the opportunity to learn new skills and create many friendships and memories.

Mohegans: For campers entering 6th – 8th Grade

Mohegan campers will enjoy the best of what Camp Indian Valley has to ofer. Activities will

be adapted to meet the needs of our oldest campers. These campers will be given weekly op-

portunities to be mentors to our youngest campers through our mentoring activity.

Sessions and Dates

Session 1 6/24 – 6/28

Session 2 7/1 – 7/5 (no camp on July 4)

Session 3 7/8 – 7/12

Session 4 7/15– 7/19

Session 5 7/22– 7/26

Session 6 7/29– 8/2

Session 7 8/5– 8/9

Session 8 8/12– 8/16

Camp Activities: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location: Indian Valley Family YMCA, 11 Pinney Street, Ellington

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE, PLEASE CONTACT THE YMCA FOR

APPLICATIONS.

TO REGISTER: http://www.ghymca.org or call 860-871-0008

http://www.ghymca.org/indian/

It's not just a camp, it's an adventure! Swimming, arts and crafts, archery, boating,

outdoor cooking, sports and games, nature activities, music, and drama are among

the many activities we offer. Certain activities may be limited to certain age groups.

Each camper is grouped according to age and is assigned a counselor to promote a

sense of belonging, teamwork, and friendship. Campers will be broken into the

following age groups:

Quinnipiacs: For Campers entering 1st & 2nd grade

What a great introduction to outdoor camping. Quinnipiac campers will be guided

through the outdoors by our skilled and experienced counselors. Exploration of

nature, arts and crafts, and small group games are highlights of the Quinnipiac

camper day. Quinnipacs will also take part in our camper mentor program.

Cherokees: For campers entering 3rd, 4th & 5th grades

As campers get older they are able to experience more of what our spectacular camp

has to ofer. Cherokee campers will gain the ability to try archery and boating. They

will play larger team games, more detailed arts and craft projects, and look deeper

into what nature has to ofer them.

Pequots: For campers entering 6th, 7th, & 8th grades

As our group of oldest campers, Pequots will get to experiencee everything that

Yankee Trails has to ofer. They will take on leadership roles in our camper mentor

program. They will explore almost every inch of our 100+ acres and create larger

craft projects such as shelter building.

At Yankee Trails, it is our goal to make a positive impact on each camper as they

experience the beautiful, natural world of Yankee Trails. Daily transportation is

offered from 10 locations in the Indian Valley area.

Sessions and Dates

Session 1 6/24– 6/28

Session 2 7/1– 7/5(no camp on July 4)

Session 3 7/8– 7/12

Session 4 7/15– 7/19

Session 5 7/22– 7/26

Session 6 7/29– 8/2

Session 7 8/5– 8/9

Session 8 8/12– 8/16

Camp held at Camp yankee Trails in Tolland, CT. Transportation is provided from

one of several bus stops. 20% deposit due at time of registration

Yankee Trails Adventure Camp (Ages 6-13)

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