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Fayette County Recreation Summer Camps

March 28, 2012

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Fayette County Recreation has sports camps, science camps, acting camps, and just plain fun camps.  The following is a brief description of the available camps.  Click here to view the catalog and get full details on each camp, or call 770-716-4320.

 ELITE SPORTS DAY CAMPS  for ages 6-13.  Campers will learn skills in basketball, football, volleyball, karate, and much more! Camp will include tutoring and a diverse educational curriculum by certified teachers. Each week will have a different theme, field trips, and activities so sign up for all four!  Camp dates are June 4 – 8, June 18 – 22, July 9 – 13, and July 30 - August 3.  Tuition is $80 per resident $120 per non-resident.

AMAZING SCIENCE CAMP for ages 9-12.  The experiments we conduct will interest and challenge your child as he/she explores the universe.  Camp runs from June 11 – 15.  Tuition is  $80 per resident $120 per non-resident.

JUNIOR SCIENTIST CAMP for ages 5-8.  The experiments and activities in this camp are geared to the younger scientist. They will stimulate imagination and investigation.  Camp runs from June 25 – 29 and tuition $80 per resident $120 per non-resident.

MEDIEVAL LIFE CAMP for ages 9-12.  Go back in time to the age of lords and ladies, knights and castles through games, crafts and activities. Learn about life in a medieval village through period costumes, fun skits, and building our own model village. Camp runs July 16 – 20.  Tuition is $80 per resident $120 per non-resident.

FIRST KICKS for ages 3-4.  A friendly, low-key introduction to the basics of soccer through games, stories, and fun!  Camp runs  June 18 – 22 from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Tuition is $87 per resident $130.50 per non-resident.

MINI SOCCER for ages 5-6.  Fun games, competitions, and challenging skill-building activities will captivate and enlighten young players.  Camp runs June 18 – 22 from 5:30  - 6:30 p.m.  Tuition is $87 per resident $130.50 per non-resident.

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LITTLE HITS for ages 3-4.  Players will learn the basic fundamental skills of baseball. This non-competitive and fun format will serve as a basic introduction to this sport, as well as components of good sportsmanship.  Camps runs July 9 – 13 from 9:00  - 10:00 a.m.  Tuition is $75 per resident $112.50 per non-resident.

LITTLE T-BALL CAMP for ages 5-6.  Learn the basic skills of baseball in a fun and non-competitive environment. Players participate in drills that introduce them to the game of baseball.  Camps run July 9 – 13 from 10:15  - 11:15 a.m.  Tuition is $75 per resident $112.50 per non-resident.

KIDZ, KOOKING, & KRAFTS for ages 3-5.  Children will explore their talents in art and crafts and basic cooking crafts. All food/cooking will be age-appropriate (no stoves or open flames). Microwave may be used but only by instructor.  Camps run July 23 – 27 from 9:00 a.m. – Noon.  Tuition is $50 per resident $75 per non-resident.

READER’S THEATER: FUNNY FAIRY TALES for ages 6-8.  This class will help build a love of reading, teach children expression in reading, build confidence, and introduce children to theater. Camp runs June 4 - 8 from 9  - 10 am and tuition is $45 per resident $67.50 per non-resident.

ACTING CRAZE: PETER PAN for ages 8-14.   Have fun learning acting skills like projection, improv, and characterization while getting ready to perform “Peter Pan” for the seniors at the Fayette Senior Center.   Camp runs June 4 -8 from 10:30 a.m. - Noon. (Performance will be at the Fayette Senior Center from approximately 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.) Tuition is $50 per resident $75 per non-resident.

COOKING CRAZE, THE HARRY POTTER WAY  for ages 11-14.  Want to learn how to make chocolate frogs, pumpkin juice, and potions? We will play active Harry Potter games to get us moving and keep us fit in between cooking.  Camp runs July 9 – 13 from 10:30 a.m. - Noon.  Tuition is $50 per resident $75 per non-resident.

FRIENDSHIP CRAZE, THE HARRY POTTER WAY  for ages 11-14.  This camp will have a different Harry Potter-related theme each day that will relate to friendship skills and positive thinking. If you love the world of Harry Potter and want to learn how to make and keep friends, and have tons of fun doing it, then this camp is for you!  Camp runs July 9 - 13 or July 16 – 20 from 12:30  - 2:00 p.m.  Tuition is $50 per resident $75 per non-resident.

READER’S THEATER: HARRY POTTER’S “THE TALES OF BEEDLE THE BARD” for ages 6-8.  This class will help build a love of reading, teach children expression in reading, build confidence, and introduce children to theater.  Camp runs July 23 – 27 from 2:30 – 3:30 pm.  Tuition is $45 per resident $67.50 per non-resident.

ACTING CRAZE: HARRY POTTER STYLE for ages 8-14. Have fun learning acting skills like projection, improv, and characterization. The class will include a final performance for your family and friends! The audience will have an experience with the Sorting Hat, Potions, the Care of Magical Creatures, Spells, etc. Camp runs July 23 – 27 from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.  Tuition is $50 per resident $75 per non-resident.

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LITTLE ELITE VOLLEYBALL CAMP for grades 3-5.  This is a great introduction for the young volleyball player to learn sound fundamentals and skills in one of the largest growing sports in America!  Camp runs June 5 – 7 from Noon - 2:00 p.m.  Tuition is $60 per resident $90 per non-resident.

IMPACT VOLLEYBALL CAMP for grades 6-8.  Learn the volleyball fundamentals, position-specific training, and court knowledge that will take beginning and intermediate players to the next level.  Camp runs June 11 - 14 from Noon - 2:00 p.m.  Tuition is $70 per resident $105 per non-resident.

ELITE VOLLEYBALL CAMP  for grades 9-12.  Both developing and advanced level players will experience a dynamic high intensity skills, drills, and conditioning program. Campers will focus on position specific training, advanced defensive and offensive techniques, as well as learning the collegiate and Olympic standards.  Camp runs July 9 -12 from Noon - 2:00 p.m.  Tuition is $80 per resident $120 per non-resident.

ELITE BASKETBALL CAMP for ages 12-18.  Boys and girls will enjoy this fun and dynamic camp focusing on skills, drills, and fundamentals. Take part in this outdoor basketball camp and get back to the black-top and improve your game.  Camp runs from June 26 - 28 from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.  Tuition is $80 per resident $120 per non-resident.

STICKS AND KICKS CAMP  for ages 12-18.  Boys and Girls learn techniques and fundamental skills of the Olympics’ two most rapidly growing sports: Lacrosse and Soccer. Taught by professional and certified coaches.  Camp runs June 26 – 28 from 8:00 a.m. – Noon.  Tuition is $85 per resident $127.50 per non-resident.

FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP  for ages 12-18.  Boys and girls can learn the NFL Route Tree plus the offensive/defensive scheme’s made famous by the former NCAA Offensive Coordinator of Auburn and Troy Universities. No pads or tackle, but all FUN and fundamentals!  Camp runs July 23 – 26 from 10:00 a.m. – Noon.  Tuition is $80 per resident $120 per non-resident.

BEACH VOLLEYBALL for boys and girls ages 12-18.  A great way for beginners and advanced players to improve their game and learn EVERY position. Learn the 2-player system that offers each player versatile skills to give them a competitive edge indoors!  Camp runs July 17 – 19 from 3:00  – 5:00 p.m.  Tuition is $80 per resident $120 per non-resident.