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Summer Camps
Camp Once in a While
“A funny name but a valuable service” describes this popular camp.
Participants enjoy activities including active and quiet games, movies, library trips, visits from our arts and crafts specialists and swimming at Reed Road Water Park (pool pass required). Participants may bring a sack lunch and a snack.
AGES: 6-12 yrs
PROGRAM #: 222206-A
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jun 9-Aug 15
(no camp Jul 4)
TIME: 7:30 am-5:30 pm
LOCATION: Reed Rd Park Shelter House
COST: Initial reg (non-refundable):
$50 R family/$60 NR family
Punch card:
$100, $5/hr first 2 hrs,
$4 per add hr, $27 max per day
(first $100 card non-refundable)
REG DETAILS: R begins Feb 13
NR begins Feb 20
Call 583-5300 for a complete
registration packet
Summer Day Camp
A safe and fun place for kids to spend their summer vacation.
The Summer Day Camp Programs run concurrently for 10 weeks at Thompson Park and Barrington Elementary School, providing a valuable service for families in which both parents work. Children enjoy a variety of activities including arts and crafts, games, quiet recreation, movies, swimming (pool pass required), library visits and field trips. Qualified leaders, at an approximate ratio of 15:1, staff the program. Participants should bring a packed lunch daily and an afternoon snack. Beverages are provided.
AGES: 6-12 yrs
PROGRAM #: 222205- A Thompson Park (TP)
222205- B Barrington (B)
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jun 9-Aug 15
(no camp Jul 4)
TIME: 7:15 am-6 pm
LOCATIONS: Thompson Park North Shelter Barrington Elementary School Cafeteria
COST: Initial reg (non-refundable):
$50 R family/$60 NR family
$135/wk or $27/day
(first 5 days must be purchased at time of registration)
REG DETAILS: R begins Feb 13
NR begins Feb 20
Call 583-5300 for a complete
registration packet
NW Kiwanis SNACK Camp
The Special Needs Activity Camp for Kids (SNACK), who are of elementary school age, joins the Barrington Summer Day Camp Program for various activities, field trips and lunch times to provide an inclusive setting, as well as independent activities to accommodate participants’ needs. SNACK campers enjoy a variety of weekly themed activities including swimming (pool pass required), outdoor recreation, sports, games, arts and crafts, quiet recreation, movies and field trips.
Participants must possess independence in personal care of toileting, dressing and eating, or must be accompanied by their own aide at family expense. All campers are expected to follow staff direction and camp rules with minimal prompting. A sack lunch must be packed daily and include an afternoon snack, beverages are provided. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Staff consists of students specializing in special education, adapted physical education, or sport and leisure study. The staff-to-participant ratio is 1:3. This program is made possible through a generous donation from the Northwest Kiwanis Club. For additional information, or to receive a registration packet, call Ginny Houghton at 583-5302.
AGES: 6-12 yrs
PROGRAM #: 222815-A
DATES: 1-week sessions
Jun 9-Aug 1
(no camp Jul 4)
TIME: 8:30 am-3 pm
LOCATION: Barrington School Rm 163
COST: $125/week R
$140/week NR
REG DEADLINE: Apr 11
Teen+ SNACK Camp
Teen+ Special Needs campers enjoy a variety of weekly themed activities, including swimming (pool pass required), outdoor recreation, sports, games, arts and crafts, quiet recreation, movies and weekly field trips. Wednesday field trips are with typical day camp and elementary SNACK. Thursday field trips visit various venues (Ohio Stadium, Santa Maria, etc) while learning how to use the COTA bus system.
Staff consists of students specializing in special education, adapted physical education, or sport and leisure study. The staff to participant ratio is 1:3.
The goals of Teen+ SNACK are to provide various experiences that teach skills, such as peer interaction and daily living skills. These skills are taught through a variety of activities that foster confidence building and independence in a fun environment.
Participants must possess independence in personal care of toileting, dressing and eating, or must be accompanied by their own aide at family expense. All campers are expected to follow staff direction and camp rules with minimal prompting.
A sack lunch must be packed daily and should include an afternoon snack, beverages are provided. Transportation provided for Wednesday field trips only.
Registration is limited to a minimum of six, with a maximum of nine participants per one-week session. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
For additional information, or to receive a registration packet, call Ginny Houghton at 583-5302.
GRADES: Completed 6-11
PROGRAM #: 222815-B
DATES: 1-week sessions
Jun 9-Aug 1
(no camp Jul 4)
TIME: 8:30 am-2 pm
LOCATION: Barrington School Rm 162
COST: $145/week R
$160/week NR
REG DEADLINE: Apr 11
Pre-School Mini Day Camp
Your preschooler can now experience all the fun and excitement of our Summer Day Camp program with our weeklong mini-camp. We play games with day camp staff and get to know other future day campers. Wear tennis shoes and clothes to get dirty and have a great time. Bring a snack, sunscreen and a water bottle.
AGES: 4 & 5 yrs
PROGRAM #: 231211-A
DATES: Mon-Thu, Jul 28-31
TIME: 9:30-11 am
LOCATION: Fancyburg Park Shelter
COST: $55 R/$61 NR
REG DEADLINE: Jul 21
Sporties for Shorties Mini-Camp
Not your ordinary Sporties for Shorties program, this four-day mini-camp includes track and field, big hoop basketball, water balloon Olympics, football, tee-ball and soccer. Preschoolers learn coordination, social interaction, how to follow simple instruction, and to JUST HAVE FUN! Join us for this outdoor adventure. Participants should bring a water bottle and apply sunscreen before camp.
AGES: Little: 3 yrs
Big: 4 & 5 yrs
PROGRAM #: Little: 231312
Big: 231313
DAYS: Mon-Thu (rain day Fri)
DATES: Section A: Jun 16-19
Section B: Jun 23-26
Section C: Jul 14-17
TIME: Little: 9-10 am
Big: 10-11:30 am
LOCATION: Fancyburg Park Shelter
COST: Little: $42 R/$46 NR
Big: $50 R/$55 NR
Soccer Camp
The UA Recreation Division is partnering with the NCSL Eagles to bring youth soccer camp in Upper Arlington to a new level. Offering more than 50 years of soccer experience, Andrew Kessinger and the Eagles coaching staff guarantees a fun and exciting training experience. Kinder Tots through Soccer Stars learn the game through a program of skill-building exercises along with fun activities and games. The half-day camp offers a skill development session and concludes with competitive game type training during the second portion of camp. Participants receive a soccer ball and camp T-shirt. Campers should bring a water bottle daily. Half-day camp participants should bring a packed lunch.
DATES: Jun 9-13
LOCATION: Thompson Park
Meet at McCoy Rd Soccer Fields
KINDER TOTS
AGES: 3-4 yrs
PROGRAM#: 231367
TIME: Session A: 9-9:45 am
Session B: 10-10:45 am
COST: $70
SOCCER STARS
AGES: 5-6 yrs (6 yrs without previous experience)
PROGRAM#: 231368
TIME: Session A: 9-10 am
Session B: 10:30-11:30 am
COST: $75
SUPER SOCCER SKILL DEVELOPMENT
AGES: 6-14 yrs (6 yrs with previous experience)
PROGRAM#: 232369-A
TIME: 9 am-Noon
COST: $125
Teens on the Go Camp
Week 1
Visit the Dayton Air Force Base, Newport Aquarium, play disc golf and visit the Columbus Zoo.
AGES: 12-17 yrs
PROGRAM #: 233217-A
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jun 16-20
TIME: 8 am-5 pm
LOCATION: Meet in the MSC Concourse
COST: $195 R/$215 NR
REG DEADLINE: Jun 11
Week 2
This week we rock climb in the Hocking Hills, go to the Wilds, canoe and go ice-skating and bowling.
AGES: 12-17 yrs
PROGRAM #: 233217-B
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jun 23-27
TIME: 8 am-5 pm
LOCATION: Meet in the MSC Concourse
COST: $195 R/$215 NR
REG DEADLINE: Jun 18
Week 3
Visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Museum, go fishing and go to the Beach waterpark.
AGES: 12-17 yrs
PROGRAM #: 233217-C
DATES: Mon-Thu, Jun 30-Jul 3
TIME: 8 am-5 pm
LOCATION: Meet in the MSC Concourse
COST: $150 R/$165 NR
REG DEADLINE: Jun 25
Week 4
This week we visit COSI, go to a high ropes course, spend a day at Alum Creek and ride the rides at Cedar Point.
AGES: 12-17 yrs
PROGRAM #: 233217-D
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jul 7-11
TIME: 8 am-5 pm
LOCATION: Meet in the MSC Concourse
COST: $195 R/$215 NR
REG DEADLINE: Jul 2
Week 5
Take a bike ride downtown, go canoeing, spend a day at Magic Mountain and enjoy the rides at Kings Island.
AGES: 12-17 yrs
PROGRAM #: 233217-E
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jul 14-18
TIME: 8 am-5 pm
LOCATION: Meet in the MSC Concourse
COST: $195 R/$215 NR
REG DEADLINE: Jul 9
Week 6
Watch a Reds game, go to the Wilds, spend a day at Magic Mountain and enjoy the rides at Kings Island.
AGES: 12-17 yrs
PROGRAM #: 233217-F
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jul 21-25
TIME: 8 am-5 pm
LOCATION: Meet in the MSC Concourse
COST: $195 R/$215 NR
REG DEADLINE: Jul 16
Week 7
This week we ride the rides at Zoombezi Bay, visit the Dayton Air Force Base, go bowling and ice skating and spend the day at John Bryan State Park.
AGES: 12-17 yrs
PROGRAM #: 233217-G
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jul 28-Aug 1
TIME: 8 am-5 pm
LOCATION: Meet in the MSC Concourse
COST: $195 R/$215 NR
REG DEADLINE: Jul 23
Week 8
Watch a Reds game, visit the Ohio State Fair, enjoy the rides at Cedar Point, and spend a day bowling and going to Magic Mountain.
AGES: 12-17 yrs
PROGRAM #: 233217-H
DATES: Mon-Fri, Aug 4-8
TIME: 8 am-5 pm
LOCATION: Meet in the MSC Concourse
COST: $195 R/$215 NR
REG DEADLINE: Jul 30
Summer ARTventure Camp
Again this year, the Columbus College of Art & Design and UA Recreation Division have joined hands in a dynamic partnership. Summer ARTventure is designed to engage students in a variety of art activities and explorations. Students develop projects that instill technical skills and familiarity with processes and materials. Drawing, painting, sketchbook journaling, mixed media, and three-dimensional designs are all a part of this exciting week. While skills and media investigations are stressed, creativity is celebrated. Camp includes instruction, supplies, snacks, drinks and FUN! Session B participants must have some prior art exploration experience and should bring a packed lunch daily. Both sessions include an art exhibition for the last hour of the last day of camp showcasing your child’s work.
AGES: Session A: 6-10 yrs
Session B: 10-15 yrs
PROGRAM #: 232209
DATES: Session A: Jul 14-18
Session B: Jul 21-25
TIME: Session A: 9 am-Noon
Session B: 9 am-4 pm
LOCATION: Jones Middle School
Cafeteria/Art Room
COST: Session A: $100 R/$110 NR
Session B: $165 R/$181 NR
Cheers & Chants Camp
Learn basic cheerleading skills and fundamentals in this fun cheerleading mini-camp. Participants learn proper warm-up, the importance of flexibility, chants, cheers, motions and jumps. Heather Williams, founder and owner of Midwest Panther Allstar/Performing Arts Group, directs the camp along with her Midwest Panther cheer staff. Each session is age/skill based. Tennis shoes and comfortable clothing required. Participants should bring a clean white t-shirt the first day of camp and a water bottle daily. A camp showcase for parents is held the last 45 minutes on the last day of camp.
GRADES: Section A: 4-6
Section B: K-3
PROGRAM#: 232317
DATES: Mon-Thu, Jun 16-19
TIME: Section A: 9:30 am-Noon
Section B: 1-3 pm
LOCATION: Barrington School Gym
COST: Section A: $90 R/$99 NR
Section B: $72 R/$79 NR
English Style Horseback Riding Summer Camp
Saddle up and learn horseback riding basics, as well as husbandry skills such as grooming and tacking up your mount. Liberty Farm offers quality school horses where you learn in a fun, safe environment. Participants receive instructional riding lessons along with horsemanship and handling skills. This camp prepares young riders to handle their horse on their own. Let your aspiring equestrians learn the right way to ride from experienced, qualified professionals. Please wear long pants. Bring a bicycle helmet or appropriate headgear.
AGES: 6-12 yrs
PROGRAM #: 232315-A
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jun 16-20
TIME: 9 am-Noon
LOCATION: Liberty Farm,
2620 Fisher Road
(8 minutes from UA)
COST: $105 R/$115 NR
BIX KICKS Upper Arlington Soccer Camp
Curt Bixel, Upper Arlington High School boys' varsity soccer coach, directs BIX KICKS soccer camp for boys interested in learning new and exciting soccer skills. This fun, instructional camp is comprised of two days of special goalkeeper training by SuperKick and individual skill instruction including dribbling, passing, shooting, ball control and defending taught by Coach Bixel and UAHS coaches and players. Camp also features full field games and tactical training based on the Dutch 4 v 4 model, ensuring every participant actively puts new skills into each training session. Participants should bring a properly inflated soccer ball, cleats, shin guards, white t-shirt and water bottle. For more information contact curt_bixel@yahoo.com. Please do not use the form in this brochure to register.
GRADES: Boys 1-8
DATES: Mon-Thu, Jul 21-24
TIME: 6-8 pm
LOCATION: Tremont Soccer Fields
COST: $80
Dancing Divas Camp
Let your child learn the basics, gauge interest and get excited about dance in this beginning dance class. Basic ballet positions are taught along with some hip hop moves (basic popping and locking) and a few jazz technique fundamentals thrown in. This is a great camp for children who have an interest and would like to learn the basics before committing to a long-term dance program. Participants learn proper warm-up and the importance of flexibility in their dance routines. Heather Williams, founder and owner of Midwest Panther Allstar/Performing Arts Group directs the camp along with her dance staff. Each session is age/skill based. Comfortable clothing required. Ballet shoes are required, and tights and a leotard are preferred for ease of movement. Participants should bring a clean white t-shirt the first day of camp and a water bottle daily. A camp showcase for parents is held the last 45 minutes on the last day of camp.
GRADES: Section A: 4-6
Section B: K-3
PROGRAM#: 232218
DATES: Mon-Wed, Jul 14-16
TIME: Section A: 9:30 am-Noon
Section B: 1-3 pm
LOCATION: Barrington School Gym
COST: Section A: $75 R/$82 NR
Section B: $65 R/$71 NR
Updated 3/08
Recreation Division
Parks & Recreation Department
City of Upper Arlington
3600 Tremont Road
Upper Arlington, OH 43221
Phone: 614-583-5300
Fax: 614-457-6620
www.ua-ohio.net
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