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< PreviousCAMP HOURS Camp Day: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm BEFORE AND AFTER CAMP CARE Before Care: 7:00– 8:30 am after Care: 4:00 – 5:30 pm 10 Amanda Griffith, Camp Director | agriffith@graniteymca.org | 603.623.3558 There is no charge for extended care. TRADITIONAL CAMPS • YMCA OF DOWNTOWN MANCHESTER REGISTER TODAY! CLICK Camp Namoskeag |Ages 6 – 12 Adventures, new friends and fun! At Camp Namoskeag, campers spend the summer both indoors and outdoors participating in fun and enriching activities including trips to the local parks where they participate in sports and non-competitive gym games through the CATCH Program (Coordinated Approach to Child Health). Campers will also enjoy a wide variety of activities such as swimming, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), creative arts, and more! Dedicated to helping develop the whole child physically, intellectually, and socially, we will also focus on health and wellness through instruction on nutrition and ways to promote a healthy lifestyle. Throughout the summer, campers participate in special themed camp events and learn unique camp traditions. Every week campers have the opportunity to be recognized for displaying our four character values; honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility. At Camp Namoskeag, every day is a new adventure. Weeks 1 – 9: June 26 – August 25 (no camp on July 3 & 4) Full Time: $216 Facility Member $270 Non Member Part Time: $162 Facility Member $203 Non Member Week 2 Rate: $162 Facility Member $203 Non Member YMCA of Downtown Manchester After Care Swim Lessons | Ages 6 – 12 You now have the opportunity to sign your camper up for swim lessons at the end of their camp day. Swim lessons will be held in our indoor pool Monday - Thursday. Staff will transport campers to and from camp for their lesson. All campers participating in swim lessons aftercare will need to check out in the East Gym. Campers must be between the ages of 6 – 12 and stages 1 – 3 swim levels. Weeks 3 – 9:July 10 – August 25 Full Time: $50 Facility Member $100 Non Member Times:3:00 – 3:30 pm (Ages 6 - 8) 3:30 – 4:00 pm (Ages 6 - 8) 4:00 – 4:30 pm (Ages 9 - 12) WEEK 1 June 26 – 30 WEEK 2 July 5 – 7 (no camp on July 3 & 4) Animal KingdomBeach Life WEEK 3 July 10 – 14 WEEK 4 July 17 – 21 Adventure Among the Stars Camping Fun WEEK 5 July 24 – 28 WEEK 6 July 31 – August 4 Fantasy Week Epic Underwater Adventure WEEK 7 August 7 – 11 WEEK 8 August 14 – 18 Spirit WeekGlow in the Dark WEEK 9 August 21 – 25 Favorite Holidays YMCA OF DOWNTOWN MANCHESTER THEME WEEKS REGISTER TODAY! CLICKUltimate Sports |Ages 6 – 14 You’ve played basketball and soccer, its time to step up your game to Ultimate Sports! Dodgeball, floor hockey, gaga, wall ball and more. For all you traditional sports fans, we will be playing the classics too. Weeks 1 &2:June 26 – July 7 (no camp on July 3 & 4) (Ages 6 – 12) Week 3:July 10 – July 14 (Ages 6 – 14) Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member Week 2 Rate: $186 Facility Member $233 Non Member Dodgeball |Ages 6 – 14 Dodge, dip, duck and dive! Do you love dodgeball?Want to play it all day at summer camp?Well we are turning up the heat and letting the balls fly!Join us for Dodgeball Camp! Week 4:July 17 – July 21 Week 7:August 7 – August 11 Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member Lacrosse |Ages 8 – 14 Learn the Lax Life! Campers will enjoy two days of skill stations followed by three days of exciting game play. Campers will learn strategies on catching, throwing, cradling, ground balls and other fundamental skills. For those in higher levels, they will participate in skill sessions. On Friday, we host our own Lacrosse Championship! A typical day includes morning skill sessions, lunch, afternoon activities, swimming, and structured games. Week 5:July 24 – July 28 Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member Basketball |Ages 6 – 14 Nothing but net! Players will enjoy a March Madness week, spending two mornings in skill stations followed by three mornings of exciting game play. On Friday we will have our own basketball NBA final game! A typical day includes morning skill sessions and games followed by lunch, afternoon activities, swimming, structured games, and much more! Week 6: July 31 – August 4 Week 8: August 14 – August 18 Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member All-Star Soccer |Ages 6 – 14 Bend it like Beckham! Campers will enjoy two days of skill stations followed by three days of exciting game play. On Friday, we will host our own World Cup finals! A typical day includes morning skill sessions, lunch, afternoon activities, swimming, and structured games. Week 9: August 21 – August 25 Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member YMCA of Downtown Manchester | 30 Mechanic Street, Manchester, NH | 603.623.3558 | www.graniteymca.org 11 YMCA OF DOWNTOWN MANCHESTER SPORTS CAMPS REGISTER TODAY! CLICKPhotography |Ages 6 – 14 Looking for a Kodak moment? Campers will learn techniques in photography and have creative time to take pictures in a variety of environments with different scenery. A typical day includes instruction in photography skills and practice in the morning followed by lunch, afternoon activities, swimming, and structured games. Week 3:July 10 – July 14 Week 6:July 31 – August 4 Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member Jewelry Making |Ages 6 – 14 Campers will be introduced to the art of jewelry making where they will receive instruction on how to create a variety of jewelry pieces such as bracelets and necklaces. A typical day includes jewelry making in the morning followed by lunch, afternoon activities, swimming, structured games, and much more! Week 3:July 10 – July 14 (Ages 6 – 14) Week 6:July 31 – August 4 (Ages 6 – 12) Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member Musical Theater |Ages 6 – 14 Sing! Act! Dance! This camp will provide campers with the opportunity to be in a musical theater production! Campers will work with professionals in the field and have sessions in the morning and afternoon. They will work on skills such as dancing, acting and singing and practice their musical. At the end of the week, they will put on a production. Weeks 4 & 5: July 17 – July 28 (Ages 6 – 14) Weeks 7 & 8: August 7 – August 18 (Ages 6 – 12) Week 9: August 21 – August 25 (Ages 6 – 14) Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member Just Desserts | Ages 6 – 14 “Life is short, eat dessert first!” Campers indulge in a variety of sweets from homemade ice cream to sweet breads as they learn recipes for new desserts each day. This camp allows campers freedom to complete full recipes on their own, taste new foods, learn the science behind baking, and explore healthy ingredient substitutes. A typical day includes baking in the morning followed by lunch, afternoon activities, swimming, and structured games. Week 1:June 26 – June 30 Week 5:July 24 – July 28 Week 9:August 21 – August 25 Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member CAMP HOURS Camp Day: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm BEFORE AND AFTER CAMP CARE Before Care: 7:00– 8:30 am after Care: 4:00 – 5:30 pm 12 Amanda Griffith, Camp Director | agriffith@graniteymca.org | 603.623.3558 There is no charge for extended care. SPECIALTY CAMPS • YMCA OF DOWNTOWN MANCHESTER REGISTER TODAY! CLICKYMCA of Downtown Manchester | 30 Mechanic Street, Manchester, NH | 603.623.3558 | www.graniteymca.org 13 YMCA OF DOWNTOWN MANCHESTER Junior Chef | Ages 8 – 14 Campers will be introduced to the art of cooking where they will receive instruction on how to follow recipes, make better nutritional choices, and even develop a meal to give parents a night off from making dinner. Campers learn cooking safety skills, the importance of sanitation, and the art of taste testing, while gaining confidence to prepare meals at home. A typical day includes instruction and cooking in the morning followed by lunch, afternoon activities, swimming, and structured games. This is a great opportunity to help your young chef flourish. Week 2:July 5 – July 7 (no camp on July 3 & 4) Week 4:July 17 – July 21 Week 8:August 14 – August 18 Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member Week 2 Rate: $186 Facility Member $233 Non Member Cooking Across the Globe | Ages 8 – 14 Campers will be introduced to the art of cooking where they will receive instruction on how to follow recipes, make better nutritional choices, and even develop a meal to give parents a night off from making dinner. Campers learn cooking safety skills, the importance of sanitation, and the art of taste testing, while gaining confidence to prepare meals at home. A typical day includes instruction and cooking in the morning followed by lunch, afternoon activities, swimming, and structured games. This is a great opportunity to help your young chef flourish. Week 7:August 7 – August 11 Full Time: $248 Facility Member $310 Non Member REGISTER TODAY! CLICKYMCA Day Camp of Hooksett | Ages 5 – 10 Hooksett Memorial School | 5 Memorial Drive, Hooksett, NH 03106 Healthy fun! New friends! Adventure and personal growth! Memories to last a lifetime. Campers will experience this and more at YMCA Day Camp of Hooksett located at Hooksett Memorial School. Activities are age appropriate and include swimming, sports, adventure, archery, arts & crafts, gaga ball, nature and more. Camp themes add to the excitement of camp. Our staff is comprised of experienced counselors who are carefully screened and trained to foster the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. We provide children with a priceless experience in a safe and supportive environment where their safety is our top priority. Campers must be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2023. Registration for Hooksett Residents: Opens February 1 Registration for Non-Residents: Opens March 1 Weeks 1 – 8:June 26 – August 18 (no camp on July 3 & 4) Hooksett Residents: $195 Full Time Non-Residents: $210 Facility Member $240 Non Member Week 2 Rate: $146 Hooksett Residents $158 Non-Residents (Facility Member) $180 Non-Residents (Non Member) Teen Camp | Ages 11 – 13 New friends! Healthy fun! New adventures! Memories to last a lifetime! Why stay home this summer when you can join other teens to enjoy a summer filled with new experiences, community service opportunities, trips and more designed just for you? Campers must be age 11 by September 30, 2023. Enrollment is limited; register today! Pre-registration is required. Weeks 1 – 8:June 26 – August 18 (no camp on July 3 & 4) Hooksett Residents: $195 Full Time Non-Residents: $210 Facility Member $240 Non Member Week 2 Rate: $146 Hooksett Residents $158 Non-Residents (Facility Member) $180 Non-Residents (Non Member) Before and After Care Programs Before camp care is available from 7:30 – 8:00 am . After camp care is available from 4:00 – 5:30. Sibling Discount: receive a $15 discount per session for a second child (and each thereafter) from the same family when attending camp during the same session(s). BEFORE AND AFTER CAMP CARE Before Care: 7:30– 8:00 am after Care: 4:00 – 5:30 pm 14 Karen “Cookie” Provost, YMCA Day Camp of Hooksett Director | kprovost@graniteymca.org | 603.623.3558 There is no charge for extended care. TRADITIONAL CAMPS • YMCA OF DOWNTOWN MANCHESTER CAMP HOURS Camp Day: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm NEW! REGISTER TODAY! CLICKYMCA of Downtown Manchester | 30 Mechanic Street, Manchester, NH | 603.623.3558 | www.graniteymca.org 15 YMCA OF DOWNTOWN MANCHESTER LEADERSHIP CAMPS Leader In Training (LIT) |Age 14 The Leader In Training program introduces teens to the skills needed to become a leader. This four week training program teaches the Y leadership philosophy, effective communication, team building, and behavior management techniques through role playing in a day camp setting. Teens must complete an interview process to be accepted into the Leader In Training program. Enrollment is limited . Please visit www.graniteymca.org/camps/teen-camps to download an application. Weeks 5 – 8:July 24 – August 18 Full Time: $500 Counselor In Training (CIT) |Ages 15 – 16 This program helps to prepare teens to become a camp counselor. Teens apply leadership skills from the Leader In Training program by working with camper groups during the summer. Along with planning and implementing activities, teens attend safety and leadership trainings and have the opportunity to be certified in CPR and First Aid. CIT’s will receive weekly evaluations by their director and camp staff. These evaluations help determine each teen’s readiness to be part of a summer camp staff for the following summer. Teens must complete an interview process to be accepted into the Counselor In Training program. Enrollment is limited . Please visit www.graniteymca.org/camps/teen-camps to download an application. Weeks 1 – 8:June 26 – August 18 (no camp on July 3 & 4) Full Time: $750 WEEK 1 June 26 – 30 WEEK 2 July 5 – 7 (no camp on July 3 & 4) WEEK 3 July 10 – 14 Summer FiestaWater WorldCarnival WEEK 4 July 17 – 21 WEEK 5 July 24 – 28 WEEK 6 July 31 – August 4 Fantasy & SuperheroesGold RushGot Talent WEEK 7 August 7 – 11 WEEK 8 August 14 – 18 OlympicsAll Fun & Games YMCA DAY CAMP OF HOOKSETT CAMP THEME WEEKSCamp Halfmoon | Ages 6 – 11 Healthy fun! New friends! Adventure and personal growth! Memories to last a lifetime. Campers will experience this and more at Camp Halfmoon, a traditional day camp located on 10 wooded acres behind the YMCA Allard Center. Activities are age appropriate and include drama at the amphitheater, archery at the archery range, nature exploration throughout camp, sports on two activity fields, adventure on the high and low ropes course, arts and crafts, swimming and much more. Weekly themes and a FREE BBQ on Thursdays add to the excitement and adventure. Our staff is comprised of experienced counselors, many of whom were Camp Halfmoon campers and participated in the competitive leadership training program. All of these dedicated professionals are carefully screened and trained to foster the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. The camp day runs from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm with pick up by 4:15 pm or additional after care is available for a fee. Please see our after care options on pages 26 – 27. Free before care begins at 7:30 am . Camp Halfmoon campers will attend 5 days per week and must be 6 years old on or before September 30, 2023. Weeks 1 – 9:June 26 – August 25 (no camp on July 3 & 4) Full Time: $236 Facility Member $295 Non Member Week 2 Rate: $177 Facility Member $221 Non Member Camp Quartermoon | Ages 4 – 5 Camp Quartermoon is specifically designed to provide an exciting 5-day camp experience for our youngest campers in a smaller group with a higher staff to camper ratio. Campers will enjoy Camp Halfmoon Activities in an age-appropriate structure that allows for a slower pace including indoor as well as outdoor activities. Free BBQ Thursdays and swim lessons will be available during the camp day for an additional charge. The camp day runs from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm with pick up by 4:15 pm or additional after care is available for a fee. Free before care begins at 7:30 am . Campers must be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2023. Weeks 1 – 9:June 26 – August 25 (no camp on July 3 & 4) Full Time: $254 Facility Member $317 Non Member Week 2 Rate: $191 Facility Member $238 Non Member 16 Diana Johnson, Interim Camp Halfmoon Director | djohnson@graniteymca.org | 603.497.4663 TRADITIONAL CAMPS • YMCA ALLARD CENTER OF GOFFSTOWN BEFORE AND AFTER CAMP CARE Before Care: 7:30– 9:00 am after Care: 4:00 – 5:30 pm There is an additional charge for after care. CAMP HOURS Camp Day: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm REGISTER TODAY! CLICK WEEK 1 June 26 – 30 WEEK 2 July 5 – 7 (no camp on July 3 & 4) WEEK 3 July 10 – 14 Wild Wild West Gold RushHoliday PaloozaWater World WEEK 4 July 17 – 21 WEEK 5 July 24 – 28 WEEK 6 July 31 – August 4 OlympicsFantasy WeekThrough the Decades WEEK 7 August 7 – 11 WEEK 8 August 14 – 18 WEEK 9 August 21 – 25 Campers Got TalentCamp GamesCarnival CAMP HALFMOON, CAMP QUARTERMOON & DISCOVERY CAMP THEME WEEKSChristine Emerson | Discovery Camp Director 603.497.4663 | cemerson@graniteymca.org YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown | 116 Goffstown Back Road, Goffstown | 603.497.4663 | www.graniteymca.org 17 YMCA ALLARD CENTER OF GOFFSTOWN REGISTER TODAY! CLICK NEW! Countdown to Camp |Ages 4 – 13 Countdown to the start of camp with a sampler week! Spend Monday and Tuesday at Gymnastics and Ninja Camps learning new skills and tricks. On Wednesday and Thursday enjoy the traditional day camp of Camp Halfmoon. On Friday all camps will come together to kick off the summer with a day long summer camp kick off party! Pre-Week:June 21 – June 23 Full Time: $254 Facility Member $317 Non Member Discovery Camp |Ages 6 – 11 Discovery Camp is our licensed child care summer camp option at the YMCA. This camp fosters the sense of adventure and thirst for knowledge through trying new games and activities. New this year, we are offering free BBQ lunches on Thursdays. We will be going on weekly field trips to NH state parks. Our mission is to provide a fun and exciting environment where the campers feel empowered to explore new things all while building strong friendships and creating lifelong memories. Campers must turn 6 years old on or before June 30, 2023. Additional paperwork for Discovery Camp is required. This is a child care state licensed camp. Pre-Week:June 21 – June 23 Weeks 1 – 8:June 26 – August 18 (no camp on July 3 & 4) Full Time: $254 Facility Member $317 Non Member Week 2 Rate: $191 Facility Member $238 Non Member18 Diana Johnson, Interim Camp Halfmoon Director | djohnson@graniteymca.org | 603.497.4663 SPECIALTY CAMPS • YMCA ALLARD CENTER OF GOFFSTOWN Fort Building | Ages 6 – 9 Campers will venture deep into the woods where they will learn to survive and make a shelter. Along the way, they will learn about native plants, how to identify different types of trees, establish a basic understanding of various knot building techniques. Campers will work together to create the ultimate fort! A typical day will include fort building plus a favorite camp activity like swimming! Week 1:June 26 – June 30 Full Time: $271 Facility Member $339 Non Member Ultimate Sports |Ages 6 – 13 You’ve played basketball and soccer, its time to step up your game to Ultimate Sports! Dodgeball, floor hockey, gaga, wall ball and more. For all your traditional sports fans, we will be playing the classics too. A typical day includes a morning of skills and games followed by lunch and afternoon activities at Camp Halfmoon including swimming. Week 3:July 10 – July 14 (Ages 9 – 13) Week 4:July 17 – July 21 (Ages 6 – 8) Full Time: $271 Facility Member $339 Non Member Lights, Camera, Action! |Ages 6 – 11 Become a star of the stage. Campers will learn and practice theatre skills in preparation for a performance at the end of the week. The afternoon will be filled with traditional camp activities including swimming. Week 5:July 24 – July 28 Full Time: $271 Facility Member $339 Non Member Archery Camp |Ages 6 – 13 Campers learn basic archery skills from USA Archery certified instructors, along with safety elements and participate in fun competitions. A typical day includes a full morning of skill sessions and games followed by afternoon activities including swimming at Camp Halfmoon. Week 6:July 31 – August 4 (Ages 6 – 8) Week 7:August 7 – August 11 (Ages 9 – 13) Full Time: $271 Facility Member $339 Non Member Forts, Fires, and Finding Your Way Ages 10 – 13 Campers will venture deep into the woods where they will learn to survive and make a shelter. Along the way, they will learn about native plants, how to identify different types of trees, make lunch over a fire, establish a basic understanding of various knot tying skills, how to prepare wood, and safe building techniques. Campers will work together to create the ultimate fort! The afternoon will include traditional camp activities including swimming. Week 8:August 14 – August 18 Full Time: $271 Facility Member $339 Non Member Just Desserts |Ages 6 – 13 “Life is short, eat dessert first!” Campers indulge in a variety of sweets from homemade ice cream to sweet breads as they learn recipes for new desserts each day. This camp allows campers freedom to complete full recipes on their own, taste new foods, learn the science behind baking, and explore healthy ingredient substitutes. A typical day includes a full morning of skill sessions and games followed by afternoon activities including swimming at Camp Halfmoon. Week 3:July 10 – July 14 (Ages 6 – 8) Week 6:July 31 – August 4 (Ages 9 – 13) Full Time: $271 Facility Member $339 Non Member Kitchen FUNdamentals |Ages 6 – 13 Calling all chefs-in-training! Campers will practice essential kitchen skills and master the fundamentals of cooking. Activities will include knife skills, basic sauces, different cooking techniques, and more. The week will end with a mystery box meal for campers to show off their new skills. This camp is perfect for beginner chefs and those who want to practice their skills. A typical day will include in the kitchen plus a favorite camp activity like swimming! Week 4:July 17 – July 21 (Ages 9 – 13) Week 7:August 7 – August 11 (Ages 6 – 8) Full Time: $271 Facility Member $339 Non Member BEFORE AND AFTER CAMP CARE Before Care: 7:30– 9:00 am after Care: 4:00 – 5:30 pm There is an additional charge for after care. CAMP HOURS Camp Day: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm REGISTER TODAY! CLICKSWIM LESSONS YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown | 116 Goffstown Back Road, Goffstown | 603.497.4663 | www.graniteymca.org 19 YMCA ALLARD CENTER OF GOFFSTOWN REGISTER TODAY! CLICK Swim Tests Swim tests are an important part of keeping our campers safe during summer camp. While lifeguards are on duty during all swim sessions, campers are tested to assure they are swimming in the appropriate section of the pool based on their ability. Here is a description of our swim classifications and requirements based on the Test Mark Protect program of the YMCA of the USA: RED: Non-swimmer/beginner; could not complete the yellow test or refused swim test; will wear a camp-provided floatation device when swimming and will remain in shallow water. YELLOW: Shallow water swimmer; can swim half the length of the pool with face in the water; tread water/float on back for 30 seconds; no floatation device required to swim and will remain in shallow water. GREEN: Deep water swimmer; can swim full length of the pool with face in the water; tread water for 1 minute and float on back for 30 seconds; jump into deep end and swim to ladder/wall; may use entire pool; no floatation device required. After Care Swim Lessons (Outdoor Pool) | Ages 6 – 12 You can now sign your child up for swim lessons at the end of their camp day. Swim lessons will be Monday through Thursday at the outdoor pool. Staff will transport campers to and from camp for their lesson. All children participating in the swim lessons will need to be checked out at their camp by 5:30 pm . These lessons are geared towards helping swimmers who would like to pass the swim test and are Stage 1 – 3. Please note that after care is included for the week by signing up for swim lessons. For more information please contact Tim Curran at tcurran@graniteymca.org. Week 1:June 26 – June 30 Weeks 3 – 9:July 10 – August 25 Full Time: $50 Facility Member $100 Non Member Times:4:15 – 4:45 pm 4:50 – 5:20 pm Quartermoon Swim Lessons | Ages 4 – 5 You can now sign your child up for swim lessons as part of their camp day. Swim lessons will be Monday through Thursday during your child’s regular swim time. These lessons are geared towards helping swimmers who would like to pass the swim test and are Stage 1 – 2. For more information please contact Tim Curran at tcurran@graniteymca.org. Week 1:June 26 – June 30 Weeks 3 – 9:July 10 – August 25 Full Time: $50 Facility Member $100 Non Member Time:10:15 – 10:45 amNext >