For ages 8-12.

Come join us for this amazing introduction to the world of theater!  Children  will learn about stage makeup, musical pantomime, masks & body language, costume design, improvisation, character study, projection, and memorization.

Parents are invited to a show on June 25, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. where the children will perform scenes from famous plays:  Charlie & The Chocolate Factory, Peter Pan, The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe, and more!

Fees:  $150 Resident / $160 Nonresident
$30 of the total fee for each week is due at the time of registration as a nonrefundable deposit.   All camp registrations begin at 7:00 a.m. on March 29 for residents and at 7:00 a.m. on March 30 for nonresidents!

2-week camp!
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Course # 31557 June 14-18 & June 21-25
Please bring a snack & drink, and wear comfortable clothing (no skirts or dresses) and sneakers (no sandals!) each day.

Parent / guardian must complete a 2010 Summer Camps Registration Form and turn in at the time of registration!

Click here  for 2010 Summer Camp Registration Form

The #1 Soccer Camp in the US and Canada is coming back to Georgetown this summer!  Georgetown Parks & Recreation will be hosting a British Soccer Camp from June 28 – July 2, 2010 and again on August 2-6, 2010.   This camp is delivered by qualified British coaches and designed to improve skill level, increase a deeper understanding of the game, increase levels of health and fitness, build upon personal qualities and to encourage life-long participation in the world’s most exciting sport.

You have two weeks of great camp to choose from, which includes a FREE ball & t-shirt.  For more information and to register, please visit www.challengersports.com!

Fee: $ 10 per child per week, $ 5 sibling discount available

Camp is held Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (noon) for four weeks in July.  Please check back for 2010 Kid City Camp schedule and registration dates!

Program activities include arts and crafts, nutritional and recreational activities, swimming, special presentations, and field trips. For more information, please contact Georgetown Parks and Recreation at (512) 930-3595. 

A completed Kid City form for each child and payment in full is required at time of registration.

Teens will develop skills to improve health and overall body image.  Join this indoor/outdoor camp for cardio conditioning, muscular endurance and strength, flexibility and balance.  All training is developed within a positive environment. Class is led by Bobby Craig and Joshua Parkhurst, certified personal trainers. 

Fee:  $55 Resident / $60 Nonresident
$30 of the total fee for each week is due at the time of registration as a nonrefundable deposit. All camp registrations begin at 7:00 a.m. on March 29 for residents and at 7:00 a.m. on March 30 for nonresidents!

Each camp course is one week long, Monday through Friday(9:00-11:00 a.m.), unless specified.
     Course # 30628  June 7-11
     Course # 30631  July 12-16
     Course # 30629  June 14-18
     Course # 30632  Aug 2-6
     Course # 30630  July 6-9 * Recreation Center closed July 5; fee has been adjusted.
     Course # 30633 Aug 9-13

Parent / guardian must complete a 2010 Summer Camps Registration Form and turn in at the time of registration!

Click here  for 2010 Summer Camp Registration Form

with Johnelle Clancy

Listen to and read various books or short stories. Discover how the stories are organized, how the characters develop and how the plot proceeds to the conclusion. You will compose, write and illustrate your own story and bind it into a book! All supplies and some snacks are provided. Bring your imagination, ideas & a water bottle each day! You may choose to register for multiple courses in order to refine skills.

Fee: $75 Resident / $80 Nonresident
$30 of the total fee for each week is due at the time of registration as a nonrefundable deposit. All camp registrations begin at 7:00 a.m. on March 29 for residents and at 7:00 a.m. on March 30 for nonresidents!

Each camp course is one week long, Monday through Friday (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.), unless specified.
Course # 30050  July 26 – 30: Fantasy for 7-13 years
Course # 30051  August 2 – 6: Mystery for 9-14 years

Parent / guardian must complete a 2010 Summer Camps Registration Form and turn in at the time of registration!

Click here  for 2010 Summer Camp Registration Form

Fitness activities, games, arts and crafts to teach kids that structured body movement and activities plus good nutrition equals healthier bodies and sharper minds. Please wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes. Kids need to bring a sack lunch and a snack every day – no refrigerated or microwave items, please.

Fee: $100 Resident / $110 Nonresident
$30 of the total fee for each week is due at the time of registration as a nonrefundable deposit. All camp registrations begin at 7:00 a.m. on March 29 for residents and at 7:00 a.m. on March 30 for nonresidents!

Each camp course is one week long, Monday through Friday (8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.), unless specified.
Course # 29963 June 7 – 11
Course # 30438 June 21 – 25
Course # 30439 June 28 – July 2
Course # 30440 July 12 – 16
Course # 30441 July 26 – 30
Course # 30442 August 2 – 6

Parent / guardian must complete a 2010 Summer Camps Registration Form and turn in at the time of registration!

Click here  for 2010 Summer Camp Registration Form

Fee: $165 Resident / $170 Nonresident
$30 of the total fee for each week is due at the time of registration as a nonrefundable deposit. All camp registrations begin at 7:00 a.m. on March 29 for residents and at 7:00 a.m. on March 30 for nonresidents!

Each camp course is one week long, Monday through Friday (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.), unless specified.

For 6-9 Years Old

LEGO® Fungineering – Young budding engineers love this “hands-on, minds-on” program. Concepts of simple machines such as gears, pulleys, levers and wheels are introduced through a series of activity-card LEGO building projects.  With the use of motors and electrical controls, the models come alive right before their eyes!

Intro 2 LEGO® Robotics – Students are introduced to building and programming robots using the LEGO® Mindstorms™ Robotics RCX Invention System.  In small teams, campers learn mechanical design, construction, programming and teamwork skills using LEGO® blocks, motors and sensors.  Campers will use a computer to teach their robot to move, react, and make sounds in order to solve challenges.  It’s learning but it’s FUN!
    
     Course # 30120  June 7–11
     Course # 30124  June 28 – July 2
     Course # 30242  August 9–13

Parent / guardian must complete a 2010 Summer Camps Registration Form and turn in at the time of registration!

For 9-12 Years Old

LEGO® Robotics – With the push of a button electromechanical wonders are unleashed.  ROBOTS!  Students experience the thrill of mastering basic concepts in robotics, computer programming, and mechanical design while solving a challenging problem.  This year’s challenges themes include: SPACE, Wilderness and Oceans.

LEGO® Animation – In one week, students will build their own mini movie set and create their own animated movie using provided LEGO® mini figures or other objects you bring or make! S tudents use a computer and video camera to make their animated movie using stop-motion techniques.  Students will edit their movie and add exciting sound effects, music, narration and titles with the software provided.

     Course # 30258  June 7–11
     Course # 30362  July 6–9 (4-day camp; fee has been adjusted)
     Course # 30245  July 19–23

Parent / guardian must complete a 2010 Summer Camps Registration Form and turn in at the time of registration!

Click here  for 2010 Summer Camp Registration Form

Instructor: Johnelle Clancy

Improve your penmanship and learn to embellish craft projects. This class teaches the basics of size, slant, and style! Learn italic, bubble, and calligraphy. Use color & creativity to enhance projects, scrapbooks, invitations, signs and then create a portfolio to take home! Bring a calligraphy pen or buy one in class! Bring a drink.

Fee: $45 Resident / $50 Nonresident
$30 of the total fee for each week is due at the time of registration as a nonrefundable deposit. All camp registrations begin at 7:00 a.m. on March 29 for residents and at 7:00 a.m. on March 30 for nonresidents!

Each camp course is one week long, Monday through Friday (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.), unless specified.
Course # 30046 July 6–9 *No camp Monday, July 5th; price has been adjusted.

Parent / guardian must complete a 2010 Summer Camps Registration Form and turn in at the time of registration!

Click here  for 2010 Summer Camp Registration Form

with Maria Arellano

Students will learn a variety of jumps, cheer technique and stunts. Fee includes t-shirt, pom pom and snacks. Please bring a sack lunch each day – no refrigerated or microwave items, please. Wear tennis shoes and clothing you can move comfortably in. Wear hair up or otherwise pulled back off the face. Ms. Arellano is a decorated high school and college cheerleader with over 20 years of experience!

$30 of the total fee for each week is due at the time of registration as a nonrefundable deposit. All camp registrations begin at 7:00 a.m. on March 29 for residents and at 7:00 a.m. on March 30 for nonresidents!

Each camp course is one week long, Monday through Friday (9:00 a.m – 3:00 p.m.), unless specified.

Course # 30434 July 6-9*   Fee: $100 Resident / $110 Nonresident
* Recreation Center closed July 5; price has been adjusted for the shorter session.

Course # 30455 Aug 9-13   Fee: $125 Resident/ $135 Nonresident

Parent / guardian must complete a 2010 Summer Camps Registration Form and turn in at the time of registration!

Click here  for 2010 Summer Camp Registration Form

For ages 12-17.

Adventure Camp is a unique opportunity for youth to be exposed to outdoor adventure activities and challenges in a fun, safe, and healthy environment. Each session will offer campers opportunities to learn life-long recreation skills and promote the positive use of free time. Our program will provide outdoor experiences that will help youth to gain self-confidence, responsibility, self-awareness, problem-solving and decision making skills.

Registration

• 7:00 am on Monday, March 29th for Residents
• 7:00 am on Tuesday, March 3oth for Nonresidents.

Anyone wishing to register may do so at the follow locations:

• Georgetown Recreation Center
• Parks & Recreation Admin Building
• Tennis Center
• or online

Parents will be required to complete a  Summer 2010 Registration Form before attending camp. A $30 non-refundable deposit is required for registration. The balance must be paid in full one week prior to the start of the session. Registration is limited to 12 participants per session on a first to register basis.

Session 1: River Runner (New!), June 7-16

Learn what it takes to paddle in our local rivers and whitewater streams.  Participants will learn how to both canoe and kayak.  Students will also receive instruction in self-rescue and river reading. We will spend the first week on our challenge course and making day trips to surrounding area rivers and whitewater streams.  The second week we’ll spend kayaking and camping along a Hill Country whitewater river or rivers.  All rivers and destinations depend on seasonal rains and water flows.  Even though participants will wear life jackets, good swimming skills are highly recommended.

Fee: $300 Resident; $325 Nonresident

Session 2: Arkansas Travel Camp, June 23-30

We’re traveling to the Ouachita Mountains and the crystal clear waters of Lake Ouachita in Arkansas. Adventures will include rock climbing at Robber’s Cave State Park, caving at Devil’s Den State Park, canoeing on the Caddo River, overnight canoe camping trip to island on Lake Ouachita, snorkeling on Lake Ouachita, and horseback riding near Lake Ouachita.

Fee: $350 Resident; $375 Nonresident

Session 3: Colorado Travel Camp, July 9-17

This year we’re heading to Central Colorado for nine days of outdoor activities. Adventures include horseback riding in the Pikes National Forest, rock climbing at Eleven Mile Canyon, backpacking in the Sangre De Cristo Wilderness, and whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River.

Fee: $400 Resident; $425 Nonresident

Session 4: Extreme Water Sports, July 26-August4

If you like staying cool in the hot summer, then this is the session for you. The first week we’ll spend making day trips which include our challenge course, whitewater kayaking, snorkeling, wake boarding, and sailing.  The second week we’ll travel to North Padre Island for some beach kayaking and wind surfing.

Fee: $350 Resident; $375 Nonresident

Who May Participate

Summer adventure camp is open to all young people between the ages of 12 and 17. Youth who turn 12 before the start of the enrolled session and who do not turn 18 before the start of the enrolled session are eligible. Campers should be able to function effectively with their peers; be able to understand and follow through with basic instructions; be physically able to hike moderate distances and be willing to work and learn in a group setting.  Parents, please note these camps are physically and mentally demaning. Please assess your child’s ability before signing them up.

Program

All camps will run out of the Georgetown Teen Center located at 1003 N. Austin Ave.

The River Runner and Extreme Water Sports camps will include five days of day adventures and a 3 day overnight camping experience.  These camps will include team building on our Challenge Course and daily snacks. The daily programming for the first week will run from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. (Some days may be extended). Campers who need early drop off and late pick-up will be able to exercise Teen Center membership privileges before and after camp hours. They will be required to sign-in and out at the Teen Center Front Desk and follow all facility rules.

The Arkansas and Colorado Travel camps will consist of various adventure activities, overnight primitive camping, two nights of cabin/hotel lodging, and a service project.  Participants will be out of state for an eight or nine day period.

Orientation Meeting

Parents/guardians and campers should attend a mandatory orientation meeting on Tuesday, June 1st from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Community Room of the Parks & Recreation Administration Building (1101 N. College St.). You will receive a parent information packet, be informed on critical logistics,  be sized for technical equipment, and meet the Adventure Staff. Please make every effort to attend this meeting.

Camper Equipment

The adventure program will provide technical and camping equipment necessary for adventure activities. Personal clothing and items will be discussed at the orientation meeting. Registration fees include meals prepared while camping.  Participants will be responsible for meals while traveling ($30-$100 depending on session).

Cancellation Policy
• Departmental cancellations- 100% credit or refund
• Client cancellation (7+ days in advance)- credit or refund money minus the $30 non-refundable deposit
• Client cancellation (within 7 days)- no credit or refund
• Inclement weather- programming will be held indoors.

Additional Information

For additional information, please contact Joe Armstrong by phone at (512) 763-8365 or by email at jarmstrong@georgetowntx.org