Emma B. Howe Family YMCA Kids Summer Programs

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School Age Summer Power Kindergarten #

For youth 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 p.m.

Choose from 3-. 4- or 5-day options:
$160 – 5 days/wk.
$134 – 4 days/wk.
$108 – 3 days/wk.

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

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Fascinating adventures in a safe, quality childcare program.

For youth entering grades 1 – 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.

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.
$155 – 5 days per week
$130 – 4 days per week
$105 – 3 days per week

Registration Fee – $50 per child, one-time fee, non-refundable. 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 weekly to exciting places. Not only are the kids entertained and engaged, they’re learning new things and making new friends.
No two weeks are alike! Some of the popular things your kids will enjoy every week are:

  • Arts & Humanities – creative projects and learning through the arts
  • Science Projects – fun and learning through hands-on exploration
  • Health & Fitness – staying fit, healthy and strong while having a blast
  • Large-group Games – playing Capture The Flag, Kickball, Scavenger Hunts and other popular kids’ games and sports
  • Values-strengthening Activities – projects, skits and more to help the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility come to life
  • Service Projects – having fun while helping others
  • Water Activities – trips to pools, water parks and other wet and wild fun
  • Wonderful Spaces – multiple outdoor and indoor areas enhance summer activities


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!

Emma B. Howe Family YMCA
8950 Springbrook Drive NW
Coon Rapids, MN 5543
763-785-7882

Theme Week Samples

There’s always something fresh and new at Summer Power. Exciting themes guide the weekly activities and field trips to keep kids engaged and learning new things.

June 28 – July 2: Take A Hike
Explore camping and nature

July 5 – 9: Stars & Stripes
Celebrate USA history

July 12 – 16: Rock & Roll
Enjoy decades of great music and dance to the beat

July 19 – 23: Lumber Jacks & Jills
All about Paul Bunyan and the Northwoods

July 26 – 30: Festival Of Nations
Discover the world thr ough exploring other cultures

August 2 – 6: Circus Life
Fun with juggling, face painting and a mini-circus

August 9 – 13: Round-up At The OK Corral
Cowboys and cowgirls explore the Wild Wild West

August 16 – 20: High Flyers
A look at airplanes, kites and things that fly

August 23 – 27: Marvelous Minnesota
Serving up history of Minnesota and our great State Fair

August 30 – September 3: Going Places
Learning about travel, transportation and touring

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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 p.m.

Choose from 3-, 4- or 5-day options.
$180 – 5 days per week
$148 – 4 days per week
$120 – 3 days per week
Registration Fee – $50 per child, one-time fee, non-refundable. Weekly fee includes all field trip admissions, open swimming, program t-shirt and program supplies.

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 field trips, outings to amusement and water parks, and in fun group activities that exercise the body, challenge the mind and nurture the spirit of our youth.

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

Summer Uproar Location:
Emma B. Howe Family YMCA
8950 Springbrook Drive NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
763-785-7882

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