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1 2018 Ephrata Area Summer Municipal Recreation Akron Borough Clay Township Ephrata Borough Ephrata Township Ephrata Rec Center

2 The following programs are part of the Ephrata Recreation Center s Summer Municipal Recreation Program, which is sponsored in full by Akron Borough, Clay Township and Ephrata Borough and partially by Ephrata Township. These programs are free for residents of the fully sponsoring municipalities. Ephrata Twp residents and nonresidents must pay the class price listed with each program. Classes are held at the Ephrata Community Pool and are taught by qualified Water Safety Instructors and trained aides. Lessons include safety skills along with swimming skills. Level 1 - Introduction to Underwater Level 2 - Back/Front Float Level 3 - Freestyle/Backstroke Level 4 - Stroke Refinement Level 5 - Introduction to competitive swimming Ages Classes are daily for a two-week period Registration is limited to one session. Session 1: June 18 - June 29 OR Session 2: July 9 - July 20 OR Session 3: July 30 - Aug 10 Levels 1-4 Choose: 9:30 a.m. - 10:10 a.m. OR 10:15 a.m. - 10:55 a.m. OR 11:00 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. Level 5 11:00 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. only Class Price $58 Ephrata Twp Price $29

3 Sew Creative Weaving A traditional art activity, young weavers will experiment with a variety of yarns, collage strips and other raw materials. Weaving is fun, it s challenging and enjoys a long historic tradition across world cultures. Campers will make looms to weave with a variety of materials and do some fun weaving with nature. June 11 - June 14 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Ages :15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Ages 6-8 New Playground Games It s time to bring back the old favorite playground games. Each day will focus on playing a different game such as dodgeball, kickball, whiffle-ball, team Handball and Capture the Flag. Camp will meet at the baseball fields behind the Ephrata Middle School. Campers should come with a water bottle and be ready to play! July 16 - July 20 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Players entering grades 4-7 Ephrata Twp. Price $20 Gymnastics, Tumbling & Flexibility Participants will have access to a variety of tumbling stations to hone their skills doing bends, rolls, cartwheels, handstands and more. Certified gymnastics coaches will coordinate stations and facilitate skills. Socks and sneakers required. July 23 - July 27 Ages :00 a.m :00 a.m. Ages :15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Class Price: $40 Ephrata Twp Price: $20

4 Street Hockey The Summer Municipal Street Hockey Camp will feature organized games and instruction at the street hockey rink in Akron. Players need shin guards and a mouth guard and are welcome to bring their own sticks and goalie equipment. Equipment will be available for those needing it. July 9 - July 13 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. entering grades :30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. entering grades 3-5 Class Price $40 Cooking Camp Campers will learn cooking basics and have fun doing it! A different lesson each day to explore a range of culinary skills and tastes. June Ages :30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Craft Camp One of our most popular camps, Craft Camp will feature a different take home project each day. Campers use their own creativity on these fun to make crafts. Camp is held at the Rec. June 18 - June 22 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Ages :15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Ages 6-8 Art Camp Using paint, drawing, sculpture and collage, camp will focus on young artists individual creativity and exploration. Participants will connect different media and subjects while developing finesse and an eye for their own art. Camp is held at the Rec. July 9 - July 13 9:00 a.m a.m. Ages :15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Ages 6-8 Give Me 5 A little of this, a little of that, Give Me 5 features a different activity each day. Fitness, crafts, fun with food and more. This camp is a great hands-on alternative to TV and video games. Aug. 6 - Aug. 10 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. or 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Ages 6-10

5 Theater Camp In partnership with EPAC s Center Stage Summer Theater Camp, professional instructors and artists will help campers explore their talents and interests in the performing arts. Young artists will be exposed to all of the disciplines that go into a theatrical production in a fun, nurturing environment. Camp meets at the Playhouse in the Park. June 25 - June 29 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Ages :30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Ages Camp Price: $70 Ephrata Twp Price $35 Resident price: free Dance Team This class teaches the basics of dance, jumps and tumbling for freestyle dance. Participants will learn a basic competitive dance routine. Socks and sneakers required. Intended for beginners. June 11 - June 15 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Ages :15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Ages Class Price $40 ***Registration Information*** Registration forms for these programs must be submitted (be sure to use the Summer Municipal Registration form, not the regular Rec Center registration form) to the Rec Center by 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 20. A registration form appears on the back page of this booklet. Additional forms may be picked up at the Rec or faxed. Forms may be returned by mail, dropped off or faxed. The Rec s fax number is On Monday, May 21, Summer Municipal Programs will be randomly filled with the submitted forms. A separate form must be filled out in its entirety for each participant in each program. If a fee is required it must accompany the registration in the form of a check or money order (no cash). Make the checks payable to the Ephrata Rec Center. If participants are registering for more than one class requiring a fee, a separate check or money order must accompany each individual registration. Walk -in registration for programs remaining open will begin on Thursday, May 24. Registrants will be notified only if a class is full and their registration cannot be accepted, otherwise, if you do not hear from us you are in the class. For more information contact Jean Wentz at the Rec.

6 Boys & Girls Lacrosse Camp This program for boys and girls in grades 2-7 will introduce young athletes to one of the nation s fastest growing sports. Lacrosse combines the speed of soccer and the strategy of hockey for an exciting, fast-paced game that kids of all athletic abilities can enjoy. Directed by the Ephrata Boys Lacrosse Staff. Equipment is provided. Camp will meet at the turf field across from the Ephrata Middle School. June 11 - June 14 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Entering grades 2-7 Beginner Soccer Skills Camp Get your beginner player ready for the upcoming season at the Beginner Soccer Skills Camp. Under the direction of coach Deb DeHaven, camp will cover basic individual and team fundamentals with an emphasis on fun and sportsmanship. Campers need shin guards, water bottle and a #3 ball. Camp will meet at the baseball fields behind the Ephrata Middle School. July 23 - July 27 9 am- 10:00 am entering grades K :00 am - 11:00am entering grades K - 2 July 30 - Aug. 3 9 am- 10:00 am entering grades K :00 am - 11:30 am entering grades 3-5 Resident Price free Youth Speed Camp Designed to improve overall athleticism, A Personal Trainer will focus on leg strength and power with appropriate technique training to best utilize strength and power development. A variety of drills and exercises designed for sport specific speed will be incorporated, in addition to pre/post nutritional information, stretching and active recovery. June 18 - June 22 Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Entering grades 5-8 Class Price $40

7 Beginner - Emphasis is on basics including forehand, backhand, serving, rules and scoring. Each class will include skill work and games. Ages 8-12 Beginner 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Mon - Fri. July 23 - July 27 Class Price $44 Ephrata Twp Price $22 Intermediate - For players who have participated in beginner classes and are proficient in basic skills. Classes will include volleys-overheads, and incorporating spin. Each class will be include skill work, games and match play. Ages Intermediate 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Mon - Fri. July 23 - July 27 Class Price $44 Ephrata Twp Price $22 **Held at the High School Tennis courts ** Player should bring their own racquet Girls Volleyball Camp Under the direction of the Ephrata High School Staff, this camp is designed to teach tor Volleyball players in grades 5-8. A fun camp that introduces campers to the basic skills of volleyball including passing, serving, setting & hitting. July Grades 5-8 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Boys & Girls Basketball Camp Under the direction of Ephrata High School Boys Head Coach, John Treese, this program will give young players a chance to develop and practice their skills in a fun, no-pressure setting. Coach Treese will use drills, contests and games to teach basketball fundamentals. Aug.6 - Aug 10 Grades 3-5 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Grades 6-8 9:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

8 Ephrata Area Summer Municipal Recreation Program Registration Form Participating Municipalities: Akron Borough, Clay Twp, Ephrata Borough, Ephrata Twp Camp Name: Swim Session Level Time of Program: Dates/Days Name Birthdate Age Phone Parent Cell Current Grade Address City Zip Parent s Names Father Mother Municipality in which you reside **Participants who do not reside in a participating municipality must pay the class price listed with each program. This portion of the registration form must be filled out in its entirety. Medical Waiver Does your child have any chronic illness? If yes, explain Is your child currently on any medication? If yes, explain Has your child had a tetanus injection? If yes, explain Does your child have any allergies? If yes, explain The summer recreation programs consist of a variety of activities including games, contests, special events, and field trips, along with activities specific to each individual program. There are certain inherent risks found in these programs including the possibility of cuts, abrasions, bee stings, bruises, and broken bones. There is also the hazard of inclement weather and thunderstorms. In case of medical emergency, every effort will be made to contact the parents or guardian of the child. In the event parents or guardian cannot be reached, a parental or legal guardian signature at the end of this waiver will give permission to the physician selected to hospitalize, secure proper treatment for, and order injection, anesthesia, or surgery for the above mentioned child. Signature of parent or legal guardian Date Family Physician Phone Insurance Company Policy # Emergency Contact Phone Cell ANY APPLICABLE CLASS FEES MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION CHECK OR MONEY ORDER ONLY (each registration must be accompanied by its own check) Office use Only: Initial Reviewed Date Rcvd Registered date/initial