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YOUTH BASKETBALL CAMP
Basketball camp will be offered again this summer. This is a highly instructional program. Children will be divided into groups by age and ability where players will focus on the development of individual skills by drills, competitions and games. This is a great program for current and prospective YMCA youth basketball league participants. This camp can be physically demanding, each camper needs water bottle, lunch and dress in appropriate clothing suitable for playing basketball. Campers will also participate in end of day swim, please bring towel and bathing suit!
Ages: 8 -13 (boys and girls)
Dates: Camp Week 7 August 1 – August 5
Times: 9:00am to 4:00pm
(drop off as early as 7:30am at Rehoboth Elementary, pick up as late as 6:00pm at YMCA)
Fees: Full members $170 / Program members $180

TUMBLING & AERIAL CAMP
This year, Gymnastics camp returns to a full day! Learn to tumble and balance in our very popular camp. Taught by instructor Rachel Cryne, participants will learn a variety of skills on the beams, mats and trampolines and aerial skills learned on static trapeze and Spanish web. Participants will also be engaged in youth yoga class and some outdoor activities. Campers will participate in daily swimming, so please bring towel and bathing suit.
Ages: 6-13 (boys and girls)
Dates: Camp Week 8: August 8 – August 12
Times: 9:00am to 4:00pm
(drop off as early as 7:30am at YMCA, pick up as late as 6:00pm at YMCA)
Fees:Full Members $170 / Program Members $180

CHALLENGER SPORTS YOUTH SOCCER CAMP
Daily activities organized and run by Challenger Sports British Soccer coaches and YMCA staff. This full week camp will be focusing on skill and player development. Certified trainers and coaches will have players engage in daily practice drills, scrimmages and end of week tournament. Each camper receives a YMCA camp t-shirt, Challenger Sports camp t-shirt, Challenger soccer ball and player evaluation. THOSE WHO REGISTER A MINIMUM 45 DAYS PRIOR TO CAMP RECEIVE A FREE CHALLENGER SPORTS OFFICIAL SOCCER JERSEY. Participants must wear appropriate soccer gear (i.e. shorts, sneakers or plastic molded soccer shoes, and a comfortable shirt). Campers will also engage in end of day swim, so please bring swimming suit and towel. This is a very physically demanding camp, so please bring water bottle and a bagged lunch and clothing appropriate for playing soccer. Several camp time selections available, visit www.challengersports.com for more details on camp selections!
Ages: 6-14 (boys and girls)
Dates: Camp Week 6 July 25 – July 29
Times: 9:00am to 3:00pm
(drop off as early as 7:30am at Rehoboth Elementary, pick up as late as 6:00pm at YMCA)
Fees: Full Members: $190 / Program Members $200
Registration: www.challengersports.com

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CAMP ---NEW FOR 2011!!!!!
This is a highly instructional program. Children will be divided into groups by age and ability where players will focus on the development of individual skills by drills, competitions and games. This is a great program for children who are beginning to have an interest in volleyball. Instructors will focus on skills such as serving, setting, hitting and defense. This camp can be physically demanding, each camper needs water bottle, lunch and dress in appropriate clothing suitable for playing volleyball.
Campers will also participate in end of day swim, please bring towel and bathing suit!
Ages: 11-14 (boys and girls)
Dates: Camp Week 5 July 18 to July 22
Times: 9:00am to 4:00pm
(drop off as early as 7:30am at Rehoboth Elementary, pick up as late as 6:00pm at YMCA)
Fees: Full Member: $170 / Program Member: $180

DEWEY BEACH SPRINT TRIATHLON
Saturday, September 17
Touted as the “largest sprint triathlon on the east coast,” this 16th annual event supports the Sussex Family YMCA Annual Strong Kids Campaign – which provides membership and program scholarships for area families that are in need of financial assistance. For more info visit www.deweybeachtriathlon.com. Many volunteers and sponsors are needed for this event. If you would like to volunteer or sponsor this event, please contact James Botti @ jbotti@ymcade.org

SEASHORE STRIDER/YMCA 5 MILE RUN/ 1 MILE WALK
Sunday, July 24
Celebrating its 29th year (the oldest event of its kind in Rehoboth Beach), this run and walk benefit YMCA Youth Sports. This year’s event will take place at Deauville Beach on Sunday July 24Hauser0311
. Contact Seashore Striders at www.seashorestriders.com , or on their hotline at 302-644-8952. Registration forms can be picked up at the YMCA or by sending a self addressed stamped envelope to Seashore Strider Event Production INC
PO Box 99, Nassau DE 19958. If you would like to be a sponsor for this event, please contact James Botti at jbotti@ymcade.org. Volunteers are also needed for set-up, water stops and refreshments.

KARATE FOR KIDS
Tang Soo Do
Grades: 1 thru 6
Instructor: Master Gene Handlin

Regular martial arts training helps children learn: respect, self-discipline, concentration, courtesy, and control of their thoughts/bodies/actions. It also helps children gain confidence and self esteem. Tang Soo Do is the method of empty hand and foot fighting based on the scientific use of the body in self defense. Training in Tang Soo Do stresses the development of individual character, integrity and respect for others. Tang Soo Do teaches us that through consistent training, we will become the very best physically, mentally and spiritually.
Beginners: Wednesday and Friday, 6:30 – 7:15pm
Advanced: Wednesday and Friday, 7:30 – 8:30pm
Fees: Full Members: FREE / Program Members: $156

ADULT ‘KING OF THE BEACH’ VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
For the ‘A’ level player to ‘Open’ level player only; who are conditioned for competitive volleyball. Each participant will be matched up with a different partner each game in an attempt to have the highest individual winning percentage during the course of the season. The top male player will be crowned ‘King of the Beach’!
Ages: 18+
Registration: May 1 thru June 1
Fees: $45 per player
Season Dates: June 7 thru August 2
Game Days: Tuesdays nights (games 6:30pm & 7:45pm)
Location: TBA
Court: Short Court

ADULT ‘QUEEN OF THE BEACH’ VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
For the ‘A’ level player to ‘Open’ level player only; who are conditioned for competitive volleyball. Each participant will be matched up with a different partner each game in an attempt to have the highest individual winning percentage during the course of the season. The top female player will be crowned ‘Queen of the Beach’!
Ages: 18+
Registration: May 1 thru June 1
Fees: $45 per player
Season Dates: June 9 thru August 4
Game Days: Thursdays nights (games 6:30pm & 7:45pm)
Location: TBA
Court: Short court