Downtown YMCA Kids Summer Programs

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Summer Power Kindergarten#

Learning through fun and play to help prepare children for school.

Entering, or completed Kindergarten in fall 2010

June 14 – September 3, Monday – Friday

Program Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Drop-off: 6:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Pick-up: 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Choose from 3-. 4- or 5-day options:
$170 – 5 days/wk.
$142 – 4 days/wk.
$114 – 3 days/wk.

Registration Fee – $50 per child, one-time, non-refundable fee. Weekly fee includes all field trip admissions,
open swimming, a program t-shirt and program supplies.

Summer Power Kindergarten is a full-day, fun-filled program where children make new friends and learn new
things through play in preparation for school in the fall. They’ll explore their world in small groups through age and
development-appropriate activities. Special themes guide weekly features and field trips as kids explore
zoos, museums and parks. Trained YMCA staff provides responsible and secure supervision at all times.


Summer Power Kindergarten Location:
Downtown YMCA
30 South 9th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: 612-371-8701

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Summer Power#

Fascinating adventures in a safe, quality childcare program.

Grades 2 – 5 in fall 2010

June 14 – September 3, Monday – Friday

Program Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Drop-off: 6:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Pick-up: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. (6:30 p.m. Downtown only)

Customize your child’s summer to fit the needs of your family. Enroll your child for the whole summer, choose a few weeks, or mix it up even more with full and partial weeks.

Choose from 3-, 4- or 5-day options.
$170 – 5 days/wk.
$142 – 4 days/wk.
$114 – 3 days/wk.

Registration Fee – $50 per child, one-time, non-refundable fee.
Weekly fee includes all field trip admissions, open swimming, program t-shirt and program supplies.

Summer Power is a super-lively, full-day enrichment program focused on quality, small group, age-appropriate activities. Kids stay motivated, entertained and are encouraged to make choices and exercise independent thinking. Each week is packed with an amazing variety of activities including multiple field trips to exciting places plus inviting special interest clubs and unique programs like water games and cooking projects. Kids will learn new things while they make new friends.

Wonderful outdoor and indoor spaces at the Y give kids a wide variety of options. They’ll enjoy pools, splash decks, gyms, playgrounds and more.

No two weeks are alike! Intriguing weekly themes guide engaging activities and give kids topics to look forward to. Trained YMCA staff provides supervision, care and guidance for participants in this unrivaled summer program. It’s honest-to-goodness fun! Specific activities may vary by site.

June 14 – 18 Here Comes The Sun
A kick-off to summer with loads of outdoor activities for kids to have fun in the warmth of the sun.

June 21 – 25 Fun With Food
Play with your food! Try different foods and learn about nutrition. Creative activities will have you using foods like never before.

June 28 – July 2 Take A Hike
S’mores anyone? Explore and learn about the natural world around us with eco-friendly projects and animal track identification.

July 5 – 9 Stars & Stripes
Celebrate the USA and all of its glory! From patriotic anthems to the evolution of pop culture, America comes alive!

July 12 – 16 Rock & Roll
Enjoy decades of great music and dance to the beat that shaped generations.

July 19 – 23 Lumber Jacks & Jills
Learn about natural history and the lifestyles of those that came before us through visits to outdoor parks and museums.

July 26 – 30 Festival Of Nations
Discover the world through experiencing other cultures and enjoying foods from around the world.

August 2 – 6 Circus Life
Join the fun with a week of juggling, face painting and wacky activities!

August 9 – 13 Round-up At The OK Corral
Cowboys and cowgirls giddy-up to the Wild Wild West with activities like bike rodeos, western campfire songs, and the experience of cowboy life now and then.

August 16 – 20 High Flyers
Everything’s off the ground and up in the air as kids take a look at airplanes, kites and all things that fly.

August 23 – 27 Marvelous Minnesota
Paul Bunyan, Babe the Blue Ox and the Northwoods come alive as kids explore the lore, legends and the land we call Minnesota.

August 30 – September 3 Going Places
Pack your imaginary bag for a trip learning about passports, travel agents, transportation and the wonders of touring.


Summer Power Location:
Downtown YMCA
30 South 9th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: 612-371-8701

Teens

Uproar#

High-spirited adventures result in growth experiences for youth.

For preteens and teens entering grades 6 – 8 in fall, 2010

June 14 – September 3, Monday – Friday

Program Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Drop-off: 6:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Pick-up: 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Choose from 3-, 4- or 5-day options.
$175 – 5 days/wk.
$148 – 4 days/wk.
$120 – 3 days/wk.

Registration Fee – $50 per child, one-time, non-refundable fee. Weekly fee includes all field trip admissions, open swimming, program t-shirt and program supplies.

NOTE: Summer Uproar activities vary by YMCA branch and program location. A detailed schedule is available here.

Summer Uproar is a full-day, experience-based enrichment program that encourages older kids to explore their ever-expanding world, increase understanding, build independence and have a boatload of fun. Uproar brings a multitude of character development experiences to kids through community involvement, leadership activities, team building exercises, goal setting and more! Days are filled with super-fun field trips, outings to amusement and water parks, and fun group activities that exercise the body, challenge the mind and nurture the spirit of our youth.


Uproar Location:
Downtown YMCA
30 South 9th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: 612-371-8701
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