Now when your child has off school, you don’t have to take off work! Day Camps are open to all students, even if you’re not an active participant in the afterschool program.
This year we will offer the following camps/extended care:
*Click on each date Below to register*
Day camps
March 31st Day Camp: Time Travel Adventure
9am-5pm: Travel to different times and make connections with the past and present
June 5th Day Camp: Animal Kingdom
9am-5pm: Learning compassion and empathy from our friends in the animal word
June 6th Day Camp: Dreamy Desert
9am-5pm: Explore the slow and serene setting of the desert as a way to cultivate patience
full week camp
Spring Break
April 14–18
Program Details:
Cost: $150 per day | $700 for full week
Time: 9am - 5pm
early drop off (8-9am) and/or extended day (5-6pm) are available ($15 each | $30 for both)
Drop Off and Pick Up: 663 Classon Ave
Theme: Wild Wonders: Exploring Local Wildlife!
Focus: Learning about animals and insects active in the springtime.
Activities: Bug safaris, creating animal masks, and birdhouse decorating. We will also have a visit from the Nature Company, where students meet live animals.
Mindfulness Principle: Compassion and connection.
Below is the registration form through the Famly app: after registration please ensure that the Famly app is downloaded to your phone. This is our main source of communication and how we check in and out students. It's pretty vital :) If you're having a problem accessing or logging in - please email us. We'd be happy to help you get set up.
program specifics
REGISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
To Register
Click on the date you’d like to enroll.
Each date will take you to a form on the Famly app
For half day camps, don’t forget to list your child’s school, grade and classroom teacher.
Once we receive your form, we will send you an invoice and an invite to complete your Famly account (if you do not already have an account)
Program Logistics
Drop off & Pick up info. Please note the two different locations:
DROP OFF: 663 Classon Avenue (between Bergen and Dean Avenues)
PICK UP(before 5pm): 691 Washington Avenue
EXTENDED DAY (after 5pm): Stroud Playground (weather permitting)
Please note, Unless you have registered for extended day, the hours for the camp are 9am to 5pm. (Any child dropped off before 8:50am or picked up after 5:10pm will incur the extended day fee)
For any half day camp, staff will pick up students from their schools.
What to bring (please make sure to clearly label everything)
Water bottle
Lunch (Not necessary for half day camp)
2 snacks
Comfortable and sturdy shoes/clothes to walk and play in
Change of clothes (just in case!)
Blanket/stuffy to lay down with (optional)
The Famly App: Please ensure that the Famly app is downloaded to your phone. This is our main source of communication and how we check in and out students. It's pretty vital :) If you're having a problem accessing or logging in - please email us. We'd be happy to help you get set up.
FAQ
Are meals provided?
All parents are required to provide lunch and a full water bottle. We provide snacks. We do have a refrigerator on site and a water cooler to fill their bottle.
We are a NO NUTS studio due to allergies. Please do not send any food items containing nuts.
how should students dress?
Generally, children should come to camp dressed casually and comfortably. Closed toe shoes are recommended for walking and playing outside, weather permitted.
What is a typical day like?
9am - 9:15 am | Welcome and Morning Circle
Greet the Children and engage in a brief morning circle to set a positive tone for the day.
9:15am - 10 am | Yoga & Movement
Lead a fun and age-appropriate yoga session, incorporating interactive poses, stories, and music.
Emphasize mindfulness and relaxation techniques suitable for young children.
10am - 10:30am | Creative Expression and yoga
Facilitate an arts and crafts session related to the morning's yoga theme.
Encourage self-expression through drawing, painting, or crafting activities.
10:30am - 10:45am |Mid-Morning Break: Snack Time and Relaxation
Provide a healthy snack.
Engage children in a short relaxation activity, such as guided breathing or a mindfulness exercise.
10:45am - 12pm | Late Morning Session: Creative Arts and yoga
10:45am - 11:30am: Visual Arts
Conduct visual arts activities, such as painting, drawing, or sculpture, focusing on fostering creativity.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Performing Arts
Introduce simple drama, music, or dance activities to enhance self-expression and confidence.
12pm - 1:30pm | Lunch and Outdoor Play with yoga
12pm - 1pm: Lunchtime
Provide a nutritious lunch for the children.
1pm - 1:30pm: Outdoor Play
Allow children to engage in unstructured playtime, promoting physical activity and social interaction.
1:30pm -3 pm | Afternoon Session: Yoga Storytelling and Craft
1:30pm - 2pm: Storytelling and Imagination
Read age-appropriate stories with themes related to mindfulness, yoga, or creativity.
Engage in discussions and activities inspired by the stories.
Optional rest time for younger students.
2pm - 3pm: Yoga Craft Workshop
Conduct a hands-on craft workshop based on the afternoon's storytelling session.
Encourage children to express themselves through artistic creations.
3pm-3:15pm | Afternoon Snack and Relaxation
Provide a light afternoon snack.
Lead a short relaxation or mindfulness activity to help children unwind.
3:15pm- 4:30pm| Late Afternoon Session: Yoga Games and Free Play
3:15pm - 4pm: Group Games
Organize group games that promote teamwork, cooperation, and fun.
4pm - 4:30pm: Free Play and Exploration
Allow children to engage in free play, choosing from various play stations or creative activities.
4:30pm - 5pm| Closing Circle and Pick-Up
4:30pm - 5pm: Closing Circle
Gather the children for a closing circle, summarizing the day's activities and expressing gratitude.