SPRING & SUMMER 2012 - the YMCA of Greater Cleveland

Cartooning Camp (Ages 9-16)
Students learn to draw cartoons starting
with expressions, action and character.
They will be drawing with pencil, and
sharpies as they create their own characters
in their sketchbooks. Bring an 8.5x11
spiral bound sketchbook to camp each day.
The advanced campers must also bring an
8.5x11 spiral bound sketchbook. Develop
your own characters using pencil, pen and
ink. Learn how to write and create supporting
characters, writing and drawing in pen &
ink while learning graphic story-telling techniques
and process. Instructor: Ron Hill
Valley Arts Center, Chagrin Falls
#9373-8 Cartooning Camp: Ages 9-16
Mon-Thurs 6/18-6/21 9 am-Noon
#9383-8 Advanced Camp: Ages 11-16
Mon-Thurs 7/9-7/12 9 am-Noon
Fee: $119 N-Res: $132
Cheerleading Camp (Ages 5-12)
Learn all the essential skills to lead the
crowd & support the team while preparing
for competition. Learn Skyhawks Sports
cheers as well as proper hand & body
movements plus jumping techniques that
make cheering the competitive sport it is today.
Conclude week with a choreographed
performance. Participant to coach ratio is
14 to 1. Please bring appropriate clothing,
2 snacks, water bottle, running shoes, and
sunscreen daily. Campers will receive a t-
shirt and merit award. Meet at the gazebo.
Instructors: Skyhawks Sports Academy
#9653-1 Mayfield Heights City Park
Mon.-Fri. 7/23-7/27 9 am-Noon
Fee: $55 N-Res: $60
Clay Camp (Ages 9 & Up)
This program is for youth and teens to develop
projects through techniques usinghand-building
and glazing. Traditional potter’s
wheel instruction will be available for
any of the campers who are interested in
learning. All supplies included in the fee.
Instructor: Joan Rusek
Valley Arts Center, Chagrin Falls
#9303-8 3 Wks. T & TH 6/19-7/5 1-4 pm
#9313-8 3 Wks. T & TH 7/10-7/26 1-4 pm
Fee: $178 N-Res: $198
Coloricious (Ages 5-8)
Based off of the books: ‘Pinkalicious,’ Purplicious,’
and ‘Goldilicious’ by Victoria Karr,
students will explore the components of
storytelling and writing, integrating visual
art and drama activities to create their own
‘coloricious’ character and story. Students
will share their stories with families during
the final hour of the last day. $20 supply fee
payable on the first day.
Instructor: Katie Parisi, M.Ed., Kindergarten
teacher at Gesu School
#9033-0 Southlyn Kindergarten Room
Mon-Thurs 6/25-6/28 9:30-11:30 am
Fee: $60 N-Res: $70
Cooking Camp (Ages 8-14)
Allow the budding chef in your household
the chance to be immersed in the world of
cooking. From breakfast to dessert your
little Rachel Ray or Michael Symon will
get plenty of experience in the classroom.
Recipes & samples to take home each day!
Food fee $50, includes snacks & drinks for
the whole week and is payable directly to
Judi on the first day.
Instructor: Judi Strauss
Beachwood Middle School, Home Ec Lab
#9843-3 Ages 8-11:
Mon.-Fri. 7/16-7/20 9 am-3 pm
#9853-3 Ages 10-14:
Mon.-Fri. 7/23-7/27 9 am-3 pm
Fee: $139 N-Res: $149
Dancin’ Star Camp (Grades K-5)
Let’s dance and groove - be a dancin’ star!
No experience necessary. Offered to both
boys and girls: Combo Styles including
Lyrical, Jazz, Tap, and Hip Hop & Cheer
Dance. Activities include crafts, games
and theatrical fun. Builds stamina, character,
skill level, confidence, and friendships.
Themed days with a variety show on the
last day. Each session is different. Dance
& sports attire is recommended.
Instructors: Remote Dance staff
#9003-6 Thornton Park Community Room
Mon.-Fri. 7/23-7/27 9 am-1 pm
Fee: $149 N-Res: $159
DON’T CLOSE A GREAT PROGRAM!
Great classes get cancelled because of late registration.
If enrollment is not at our pre-established minimum number within a day or two
prior to the first day of class, we will have to cancel or combine your class
with another class. Please register early for all programs!
Specialty Camps
Drawing and Painting for the
Aspiring Young Artists (Ages 9-12)
Focus on traditional studies of art including
color, design, and composition in new
and exciting ways. Learn how to use your
“artists eye” to draw. All supplies included
in the fee. Instructors: Kathy Vencl and/or
Emily English
#9023-8 Valley Arts Center, Chagrin Falls
Mon-Fri 7/16-7/20 9 am-Noon
Fee: $149 N-Res: $165
Drawing Workshop -
Under the Sea (Ages 5-7)
Draw many animal and human characters
found under the sea using pencils, color
pencils and markers. Last day we will combine
the subject matter we learned into one
larger drawing with a story of its own.
Instructors: Staff of Young Rembrandts
#9743-3 Beachwood Community Center
Mon.-Fri. 8/6-8/10 9-10:30 am
Fee: $75 N-Res: $80
Fancy Nancy, Fancy Me! (Ages 5-9)
Based off the ‘Fancy Nancy’ book series
by Jane O’Connor, students will fancy
themselves, building self confidence as
they self reflect on their interests and talents.
Create various visual art pieces
(painting, paper mache, collages) that
will showcase how unique and special
they are. Display their works of art at a
final reception the last hour on the last
day. $20 supply fee payable on first day.
Instructor: Katie Parisi, M.Ed., Kindergarten
teacher at Gesu School
#9043-0 Southlyn Kindergarten Room
Mon-Thurs 7/16-7/19 9:30-11:30 am
Fee: $60 N-Res: $70
Flag Football Camp (Ages 6-12)
Skyhawks Sports flag football offers a complete
package of skills and thrills that teaches
young athletes to enjoy this fast-paced
game. Learn core skills of passing, catching,
and de-flagging or defensive positioning
- all presented in a fun and invigorating
training environment. Week ends with the
Skyhawks Sports Bowl where participants
can showcase new and refined skills. Participant
to coach ratio is 14 to 1. All campers
will receive a t-shirt and merit award.
Instructors: Skyhawks Sports Academy
#9723-1 Mayfield Heights City Park
Mon.-Fri. 7/23-7/27 9 am-Noon
Fee: $55 N-Res: $60
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