YMCA summer day camp

Sign up your child for week 2 of Summer Camp that begins on June 9 through June 13.

Week 2 (starts June 9) themes are “Island Style/Pirates” for K-2 and “Kid City” for 3-6 grade campers.

Child must bring the following to camp: sneakers, healthy sack lunch, bathing suit, towel, extra set of clothes, sunscreen and wear camp t- shirt on field trip days.

Important dates to remember:

Summer camp hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Summer Camp is for grades K-2 and 3-6. Both Camps will meet at the South end of the YMCA for pick up and drop off.

Three field trips are scheduled each week.

Field trip Schedule for June 9-14

Monday, grades K-2 and 3-6 — Aquatic Center 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Tuesday, grades 3-6 — Park and Germain Arena noon to 1:45 p.m.

Wednesday, grades K-2 — Park 9:45 - 11:45 a.m and Germain Arena noon to 2:45 p.m.

Thursday, grades 3-6 — Cambier Park 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and grades K-2 — Naples Zoo 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Pool days

K-2 Tuesday 1 - 3 p.m.

3-6 Wednesday

Thursday 1 - 3 p.m.

Payment options:

To fit the needs of all our participants we offer several different payment methods. We accept cash, check and Visa and Mastercard.

Member: M - Non-member: NM

Weekly rate-Full days: $80(M) $90 (NM)

Sibling Rate: $70 (M) N/A for NM

Weekly Rate- half day: $60(M) $70(NM)

Daily Rate (Must Pre-register): $20(M) $25 (NM) (Field trip days please add $7)

Full Summer and Weekly (full day) includes 3 weekly field trips

No refunds will be accepted after 15 days of session start date. Parent manuals are available at the Customer Service desk.

Children must be 5 years old by June 1. Children are placed pending on the grade they are entering in school.

Summer employment

The YMCA has two summer camps that meet the needs of over 400 children in our area. We have two campuses: The Marco Island YMCA and Manatee Elementary School. We are seeking energetic staff to provide a loving and high energy program for our children. We do require a mandatory pre-camp training and weekly trainings throughout the summer. All applicants must be dedicated and hard working to fit in our program. If you are interested in becoming part of our camp family, please pick up an application at the Customer Service desk or send resume to Stephanie@marcoislandymca.org. Positions include full and part time counselors, drivers, substitutes and lifeguards.

Summer Day Camp at Manatee Elementary School

Get ready for a “Funtastic Summer.” Join us at Manatee Elementary School for 10 weeks of games, sports and field trips. Explore your creative side and meet new friends. Summer camp dates are June 2 to August 15. Camp hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The camp is open for grades K-8. Breakfast and Lunch included. All this for only $15 a week! This rate made possible through grants and financial support from the Naples Children & Education Foundation, The Marriott Vacation Club Crystal Shores and the United Way. All children participate in daily English classes and participants get a camp t- shirt. Children must be 5 years old by June 1.

Specialty Camps

Summer Specialty Camps for 2008 are better then ever starting with “Zoo Camp”. The Naples Zoo and the YMCA have put together a unique, educational and exciting experience. Participants will learn about the different aspects of working in and operating a zoo. This camp is open for boys and girls entering grades 4-9. Camp dates are August 4 to 8 . You need to pay a $75 deposit to hold reservation for camp! Camp is limited to 15 students.

“Computer/ Swim Camp” is a new camp at the “Y” for 2008. This camp combines computer challenge games and activities in the morning and swim instruction in the afternoon. This camp is open to boys and girls entering grades 3 through 8. Two sessions will be offered. The first session is from June 9 to 13 and the second from June 16 to 20. The time is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The fee for members is $95 and for all others is $100. Theater Camp returns for the seventh season but at a new location. All camps will be held at the Marco Island Players Theater located in the Marco Town Center. Three productions will be offered. “Clue, “Hercules” and “The Producers” The camp is open for ages 7 to 16. The camp starts off with a theatre workshop from 1 to 4 p.m. on June 2 through the 6. The camps run through August

Cost for members is $80 for the workshop; others will pay $90. Each production camp will cost $135 for members and $150 for others. Call Gina Sisbarro- Blassneck for more information at 394-3144 ext. 227. The Marco Island YMCA welcomes recording artist, producer Lee Brovitz who will offer a Guitar Camp for beginners and advanced guitar students during the summer of 2008. This camp is open to guys and girls ages 10 and up. The first camp is slated for June 9. The time is from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and the fee is $120 per student. These classes are open to the first 15 students to register and pay for instruction. Sign up now to ensure your place. Other camps that will be offered include:

“Saturday Morning Cheerleading Camp.” Camp starts June 21

“Scott Stewart Basketball Camp” Camp begins June 23

“All Skills Volleyball Camp” Camp starts June 23

“British Challenge Soccer Camp” Camp begins August 4

Scott Stewart Basketball Camp:

June 23-27

9 a.m. -noon. Fee: $130/$140. For Students entering Grade 3-12

British Challenge Soccer Camp

August 4-8. Camps: First Kick Age 3, 9-10 a.m. $80

Mini Soccer Ages 4 and 5, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $105

Half day for ages 6 to 16, 9 a.m. to noon $130

Goal Keepers, Ages 6 to 16, 1 to 3 p.m. $105

Register on line at www. challengersports.com

Strength Training Camp:

Session 1- July 8-10-15-17 — 3 - 4:15 p.m.

Session 2- August 5-7-12-14 — 3 - 4:15 p.m.

Fee : $65/$85

For students 6-9 grade

Guitar Camp:

Beginner 1- June 9-12-16-19 — $120

Beginner 2: July 14-17-21-24 — $120

Advanced 2: August 4-7-11-14 — $120

Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.

For students ages 8 to 16

Camp Rock:

Beginner 1- July 28-30- August 1 — 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. $250

Boot Camp Advanced: August 5-6 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $275

Beginner 1 is prerequisite for Boot Camp.

For Students ages 8 to 18

Saturday Morning Cheer Camp:

June 21-August 2 K-3 11 a.m. to noon for $60/$75; Noon to 1:30 p.m. for $80/$95

For students entering grades K-9

All Skills Volleyball Camp:

Session 1 June 23-27

Session 2 August 4-8

Time: 9 - 11:30 a.m. for $75/$100

For students entering 4-9 grade

Y Reads Program

The YMCA y reads program has recently added more students to this program to help targeted students increase their reading skills, self esteem and attitude towards reading. Volunteer tutors are needed that will be trained to meet the individual needs of the child. A minimum of one hour a week is required. Help the marco island YMCA build strong kids by mentoring a child. Contact Jan l. Rotar, YMCA reads! Program coordinator, 394 - 3144 ext. 275.

Tiny Tot Time continues at the “Y”

Sign up for Tiny Tot Time at the customer service desk today for this exciting new program for children ages 2 - 5. Allow your child to experience social interactions, learn basic kindergarten readiness skills, and enjoy music, arts, crafts, and many new games. This program will be held bi - weekly and began on Jan. 11. Don’t miss out on the fun!. A parent or guardian must be present. This program will meet on Friday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. and the cost is $5 per child.

“Skate upon a star”

Skate days at the Marco Island YMCA every Saturday sponsored by “Upon a Star Foundation.” The skate park will be free to members (your YMCA membership card must be presented). $5 for all others.

Skate park schedule

10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for k to 5 grades

12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. for 6 to 8 grades

**Waivers are required for every participant***

Skate Camp

The objective of this program is to help those who have not had skateboard instruction. The basic skills of skateboarding will be taught to help enable each individual to meet their best potential abilities. Please register a week before the lessons start. Sessions are limited to a maximum of five children. One session consists of three lessons. Skate waivers must be signed. Cost is $30 for 3 lessons. Others $35. The instructor is Mr. Hunter. Lessons are Mondays 4 - 6 p.m., Wednesday 4 - 6 p.m. and Saturday 3 - 5 p.m. For more information call Ginger at 394 - 3144 ext. 202

Swim lessons

The next session of swim lessons with Miss Dottie classes will be held from May 5 to 15. All classes meet from Monday to Thursday. And cost for Y members is $50, non members $70. Marco Island residents may receive a $10 discount for youth swimming lessons through funds provided by the City of Marco Island. Must submit proof of residency.

Class Schedules:

Parent/ Child 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Pike/ Eel 3:30 – 4 p.m. and 6 - 6:30 p.m.

Ray/Starfish: 4 – 4:45 p.m.

Guppy/Minnow 4:45 – 5:30 p.m.

Fish/Flying Fish/Shark – 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

For more information contact Dottie Wiener at 394 - 3144 - ext 204

Water aerobics

The aerobics program for everyone! Young, old, thin, overweight. Water aerobics combines low impact with high resistance letting you burn up twice as many calories. Modifications can be made to your program as needed.

Water Walkers: 9 a.m. Mon., Wed. and Fri.

Water Aerobics: 9:30 a.m. Mon.

Aqua Slimnastics: 10:30 a.m. Mon.- Wed.

Aqua Jogging : 9:30 a.m. Tues., and Thurs.

Aqua Kickboxing: 9:30 a.m. Friday

Noodle Workout: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday

Anchored Down: 9:30 a.m. Saturday

Aerobics Schedule

Monday:

6 a.m. - 6:55 a.m. - Cardio Blast

8 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. - YoPi

8 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. - Pilates

9 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. - Pyramid/ Int

9 a.m. - 9:25 a.m. - Water Walkers

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Water Aerobics

10 a.m. - 10:55 a.m. - 60+

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Water Exercise

4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. - Strength Training w/ Abs & back

5:30 p.m. - 6:25 p.m. - Gyrokinesis

6:30 p.m. - 7;30 p.m. - Step N Tone

7:30 p.m. - 7;45 p.m. - Abs

Tuesday

6 a.m. - 6:55 a.m. - Step Interval/Abs

7 a.m. - 7:55 a.m. - Sunrise Yoga

7:30 a.m. - 8 a.m. - Line Steps

8 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. - Lite and Lively

9 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. - Strength Training

9 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. - Intermediate Tai - Chi

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Aqua Jogging

10:15 a.m. - 11;15 a.m. - Functional Activity

10 a.m. - 10:55 a.m. - Beginners Tai Chi

11:30 a.m. - 12; 30 p.m. - Tai Chi Stretch

4; 30 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. - Kickboxing

5; 30 p.m. - 6:25 p.m. - Cardio Blast

6 p.m. - Cardio Tennis

Wednesday

6 a.m. - 6:55 a.m. - Strength Training

8 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. - Hatha Yoga

8 - 8:55 a.m. - Pilates

9 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. - Cardio/Strength

9 a.m. - 9:25 a.m. - Water Walkers

9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. - Noodles Workout

10 a.m. - 10:55 a.m. - 60+

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Water Exercise

11; 00 a.m. - 11:55 a.m. - Beginning Yoga

4 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. - Strength Training w/ Abs & Back

5:30 p.m. - 6; 25 p.m. - Pilates

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Step N Tone

Thursday

7 a.m. - 7:55 a.m. - Sunrise Yoga

7:30 a.m. - 8 a.m. - Line Steps

8 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. - Lite and Lively

8:10 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. - Cardio Strength

9 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. - Intermediate Tai Chi

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Aqua Jogging

10:15 a.m. - 11; 15 a.m. - Functional Activity

10 a.m. - 10; 55 a.m. - Beginner’s Tai Chi

11:30 a.m. - 12; 30 p.m. - Tai Chi Stretch

4:30 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. - Kickboxing

Friday

6;00 a.m. - 6:55 a.m. - Interval Step

8 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. - Yoga Flow

8;00 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. - Pilates

9 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. - Kickboxing

9 a.m. - 9:25 a.m. - Water Walkers

9 a.m. - Cardio Tennis

9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. - Aqua Kickboxing

10 a.m. - 10:55 a.m. - Water Exercise

11 a.m. - 11:55 a.m. - Healthy Back

Saturday

7; 45 a.m. - 8:55 a.m. - Lite and Lively Line Dancing

8 a.m. - Cardio Tennis

9 a.m. - 9:55 a.m. - Interval Step

10 a.m. - 10:55 a.m. - Yoga Groove 5/17 and 5/31 only

Kid’s computer classes

Kids 3 to 5 years old can attend the “Y” computer lab with instructor Miss Ginger on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Learning objectives include; building creativity, enhancing communication skills, enriching vocabulary, problem solving, verbal and conceptual skills, developing listening, comprehension and communication skills. Software will include: colors, shapes, numbers and readiness skills, as well as language arts, phonics, science and math. The cost is $5 Per session and paid in advance.

Get your heart pumping in “Cardio Tennis”!

Join others in this fun and exciting fitness class. Drop in a class or sign up for a series of five sessions. Classes meet on Tuesdays from 6-7 p.m., Fridays from 9-10 a.m. and Saturdays from 8-9 a.m. on Court #1. Cost is only $5 for “Y” members per class, $8 for others or buy a series of 5 classes for only $20 for members and $30 for others.

Did you know the “Greater Marco YMCA” offers private tennis lessons for adults and juniors? Did you know the “Greater Marco YMCA also offers group tennis lessons?

Tennis” Round Robins” are also available year round at the “Y”. Call 394-3144 ext 224 for scheduling your next “Round Robin”. Please do not drop in for “Round Robin”. Places must be reserved. “Round Robins” are free to members and cost only $10 for others.

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Marco Island YMCA is located at 101 Sandhill Street (off San Marco Road). Marco Island, Florida 34145. Hours are Monday to Thursday 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 394 - 3144 Customer Service ext. 200. www.marcoislandymca.com