Pre-Camp at the J

June 11-15, 2012

For campers entering Kindergarten-6thgrade

Start the summer off in a big way! Kids can enjoy a day of fun at the JCC – going on exciting field trips, swimming and gym games. Extended care available 8:00-9:00 am and 3:30-6:00 pm for $10/ hour. Available for all participants.Please send children with a swimsuit, a towel, a dairy lunch, and a drink. Snacks are provided. Don’t forget to dress your child appropriately for the weather because we will spend time outside.  “Pre-Camp at the J”

Basketball Camp

June 25-June 29, 2012

For campers entering Kindergarten-3rd grade

Chris Staten JCC Recreation Supervisor will teach the campers the basic fundamentals of basketball like ball handling, dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense.  The rims will be lowered for the younger campers and youth size basketballs will be used.  Campers should bring a water bottle.

Flag Football Camp

July 9-13, 2012

For campers entering Kindergarten-3rd grade

Chris Staten, JCC Recreation Supervisor will be instructing this camp.  Campers will learn the proper techniques of throwing, and catching, and running with the football.  A variety of fun skill games and scrimmages will be played.  Campers should bring a water bottle.

Campers in the Kitchen with Chef Jeff

July 16-20, 2012

For campers entering Kindergarten-3rd grade

ALL NEW RECIPES! Calling all future chefs! Campers will cook a variety of Kosher meals, snacks and desserts, plus learn kitchen and cooking safety and the FUNdamentals of cooking! At the end of the week parents are invited to a lunch prepared by the Campers in the Kitchen participants! All chefs receive a cookbook and apron.

Lego Camp – Remote Control Mania!

July 16-20, 2012

For campers entering Kindergarten-3rd grade

With the use of LEGO wireless remote controls, this exciting camp will inspire campers imaginations as they build with some of the most fascinating LEGO components ever created.  Through construction of vehicles, machines and other dynamic creations, the campers will understand the working principles of numerous innovative and ingenious inventions that are now part of our daily lives.  Campers will have the opportunities to construct and play with thier own inspired creations.  Camp is brought to us by Bricks for Kidz.

LEGO – Adventure Around The World!

July 30-August 3, 2012 (afternoon)

Kindergarten – Third Grade

From the Empire State Building to the Eiffel Tower, we will explore history and create replicas of some of the world’s most famous structures out of LEGO bricks.  The campers will be able to experiment with gears, motors and battery packs, possibly incorporating them into the structures they build.  Make the lighthouse turn or add a moving drawbridge to the castle.  Camp is brought to us by Bricks for Kidz.

Tennis Camp

July 16-20, 2012

For campers entering kindergarten – 3rd grade

Bexley High School Girl’s Varsity Coach and JCC Tennis Instructor Shelby Cheses will be instructing this camp.  Campers will work on footwork and tennis strokes.   They will work on their skills through fun games and single and double competition.  Every camper will need to bring a racquet and a water bottle.

Theater Camp

June 18-July 6, 2012

For campers entering 1st-9th grade

Join us for another great summer in 2012!

Back by popular demand, the JCC summer camps will offer theater camp, held each afternoon for three weeks, campers will put on a production at the end!  Campers entering 1-9th grades are invited to participate and there will be a part for each camper!

Whether your camper is interested in acting, singing, dancing, or even set design, lighting, and other behind the scenes aspects of theater, we have it all!  Campers will learn the ins and outs of theater and improve their acting skills throughout the three weeks.

It is mandatory that all campers attend all three weeks of camp unless an exceptionsl issue is provided ahead of time (such as the camper will be away at overnight camp or will be on family vacation).  Please contact Kim Moore, Director of Speecialty Camps, for more information or clarification on theater camp dates and expectations.

Auditions

Auditions will be held before camp begins time and date TBD.  Auditions are MANDATORY and will allow the show’s director to get campers parts assigned prior to camp and allow them to begin learning their lines ahead of time.  Additionally, should there be a need for call-backs, this early audition will allow for those to occur.

Stephanie Stevens will be returning for her third summer directing this amazing camp.

Performances

Performances will take place on the following dates in the JCC theater:

Columbus Crew Soccer Camp

July 30-August 3, 2012 at Camp Chaverim (K-3rd)

Instructors from the Columbus Crew will be leading this camp.  The campers will learn how to dribble, pass, shoot the ball as well as defend.  A variety of skill games and scrimmages will be played.  Each participant needs to bring a water bottle and shin guards.  Kosher snacks will be provided and everyone should bring a water bottle.

Craftageous Camp

July 9-13, 2012

For campers entering K – 3rd grade

Imagine, Design and Create!!!!  Campers learn about the use and different mediums to produce artwork such as painting, drawing clay and more.  A day trip to the an area art museum is included!

Rock Band Camp

June 25-29, 2012

For campers entering 1st-3rd grade, afternoon

Back by popluar demand.  Come and rock out with Dustin and Jeff from the Rockfactory.  Campers will test out a variety of instruments while creating their first hit single.

So You Think You Can Dance

July 2-6, 2012

For campers entering K – 3rd grade

Groove and move your way through the summer with our professional instructors from Capital University Dance Troupe as they bring you a fun and exciting week filled with the hottest dance moves to your favorite tunes. 

Girls Just Want to Have Fun!

July 23-27, 2012

For campers entering K – 3rd grade

What do girls want to do in the summer?  Have fun of course!!  This camp, that is exclsively jsut for girls, will introduce many activities that girls just wanna do!  from etiquette training, to jewelry making and from cooking to clothing design, everyday will belike an all girl adventure.  Bring your creativity and imagination to this camp lead by specialty director, Kim Moore and Kaley Birchler.

Magic Camp!

July 30-August 3, 2012

For campers entering 2nd-3rd grade

Learn magic from the one and only Michael Kent.  ALL NEW TRICKS! A fantastic introduction to magic and the art of illusion and trickery! Campers focus on tricks and show off their new skills in their very own magic show at the end of the week!  No prior magic experience is necessary.

Adventure/Survival Camp

July 23-27, 2012

For campers entering 2nd and 3rd grade

Chris Staten, JCC Recreation Supervisor will be instructing this camp.  In this exciting week, campers will travel to Hoover Camp were they will learn new skills on the ropes course, canoes, kayaking, archery, hiking or biking.

JAWS – Junior Aquatics Water Safety

July 9- 13, 2012

For campers entering 3rd – 6th grade

JAWS campers will learn basic water safety, skills, boating safety, open water safety and water park safety.  Campers will use the water park safety skills they learn on a special field trip to Fort Rapids.  Campers will travel to the Newport Aquarium.

Baseball Camp

July 2-6, 2012

For campers entering Kindergarten-3rd grade

Chris Staten, JCC Recreation Supervisor will be instructing this camp.  Campers will learn the proper techniques of throwing, catching, running and hitting the ball.  A variety of fun skill games will be played.  Campers should bring a water bottle.