Specialty Camps

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Sports & Specialty Camps 2009 . . .

K.C. Jones Basketball Camp

Date: July 20 - July 24

Age: 7 - 12, Time: 8:30am - 11:30am

Age 13 - 18, Time: 12:30pm - 4:00pm

$125 member, $140 non-member
K.C. Jones, Dr. Phil Norton, Skip Chappelle Celtics Power! NBA Hall of Famer and former Celtics head Coach K.C. Jones is the kind of person every player looks up to as a true model of success. He devotes his full time and energy toward making camp a productive learning experience. Participants have a unique opportunity to learn from a man whose basketball accomplishments are virtually unequaled. A Boston Celtics legend both as a player and as a head coach, K.C. is one of only seven players in history to have won a NCAA Championship, Olympic Gold Medal and NBA Championship as a player, coach and assistant coach during his career. K.C. will be at camp almost daily this year! Scheduled to make an appearance is Skip Chappelle, the former U Maine Black Bears coach & Old Town High School legend himself. Register Now to Guarantee a Spot!

YMCA Basketball Camp

Date: June 29 - July 3

Age: 6 - 10, Time: 9:00am - noon

Cost $75 member, $95 non-member
Take it to the hoop! Learn dazzling basketball moves at the MDI YMCA while having fun and bonding with new friends and coaches. Camp focus is on fundamental basketball skills. This invigorating camp is designed to bring out the best in children by teaching sportsmanlike behavior and providing a deeper understanding of teamwork and responsibility.

Major League Soccer Camp

Date: August 10 - 14

Age: 5 - 6, Time: 9:00am - 10:30am

Age: 7 - 11, Time: 9:00am - noon

Age: 12 - 18, Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Cost (age 5 - 6) $85 member, $110 non-member

Cost (age 7+) $150 member, $175 non-member
The number one soccer program in the country comes to Bar Harbor once again for this annual event, run by a crew of international soccer experts. Players are guaranteed to improve skills during this action packed week. Each participant receives a t-shirt and soccer ball. Campers should bring shin guards and a water bottle to camp each day.

Sailing Camp - sign up by the week, or for all four weeks!

Week One: July 6 - 10

Week Two: July 13 - 17

Week Three: July 20 - 24

Week Four: July 27 - July 31

Age 10 - 18, Time: 12:30pm - 4:00pm

Cost per week: $165 member, $185 non-member

At the Bar Harbor Yacht Club.
Price is per session. Instructors Kate St. Denis and Dick Libby return for another season of fabulous fun on Frenchman Bay. Learn to sail, or improve on already learned skills. Camp features sailing education and lots of hands on time on the water. Participants need to obtain transportation to the Bar Harbor Yacht Club for 12:30pm class start time and 4:00pm class end time. There is no post care available. Participants should bring their own life jackets, snacks and a water bottle.

Note: Adult Sailing Lessons also offered .

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Lenny DeMuro Swim Camp

Date: July 6 - 10

Age: 7+

Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Cost: $145 member, $185 non-member
Expert instruction during the two, daily pool sessions is guaranteed. Each day a different stroke is emphasized, with a special focus on speed training. Out of the water activities are also featured including group games, kickball, soccer, & capture the flag. Swimmers should have prior team experience, or by permission – Jim Willis sharks@mdiymca.org.

Kebo Valley Youth Golf Camp

Date: July 6 - July 9

Age: 6 - 13

Time: 8:30am - 10:30am

Cost: $60 member of MDI YMCA or Kebo Valley, $75 non-member

This program teaches the junior golfer at his/her own level of experience. Students work on that fundamental swing, as well as the proper mechanics and basics of golf course play. Students learn aspects of the game like driving, using irons, chipping, pitch/bunker shots and overall golf etiquette. Parents must provide transportation to and from Kebo. Please Note: Following Camp, lessons will also be offered on Tuesday evenings from 7/14 - 8/18. Contact the Y to sign up for lessons.

Kebo Valley Youth Golf Lessons

Tuesday Evenings from 7/14 - 8/18

Age: 6 - 13

Time: 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Cost: $40 member of MDI YMCA or Kebo Valley, $60 non-member

MDI Trojans Football Camp

Camp Director Bryan Dionne and Assistant Camp Director Ian Braun
Date: August 3 - August 7
Age: Children entering Grades 3 through Grade 8
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $65 per participant

Do you enjoy football and want to get ready for the upcoming season? Or - if you’ve never played - do you think you might like to give it a try? All experience levels are welcome to join the action at this high-energy, non-contact camp aimed at teaching the necessary skills to play the game.

MDI Varsity Football Coaches Bryan Dionne and Ian Braun, along with instructors from the Acadian Football League have teamed up to provide expert instruction while maintaining an atmosphere of fun and good sportsmanship. Individual instruction will focus on stance, proper alignment, footwork, ball handling skills and more. Group work will focus on team work, confidence, good health and citizenship. Daily touch football games will give kids the opportunity to practice new skills and enjoy what the game is all about.

Island Adventure Camp
Date: August 17 - August 21
Age: 9 - 13
Time: 8:00am – 1:00pm
Cost: $85 member, $140 non-member

Outdoor adventure is the theme of this action packed camp. Discover all that Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park have to offer. A different peak, trail or waterway will be explored everyday. Be prepared to mountain bike, hike, kayak, boulder, swim and body surf. This camp will bring out the outdoor adventurer in your child. Bring water bottle, lunch, snack, sturdy sneakers, back pack, sun screen, mountain bike and helmet. Mountain bike/helmet can also be rented.

Girl Power Camp
Date: August 3 - 7
Age: Grades 4 - 6
Time: 9:00am – noon
Cost: $70 member, $90 non-member

Lifetime friendships will be made at Girl Power Camp. All activities have a girl power theme. Highlights include spa day, crafting (scrapbooking, photography, jewelry making), managing money, yoga, fitness, dancing and great music. Having lots of fun, building self-esteem and creative expression are the focus of this camp.

Fishing Camp
Date: August 24 - 28
Age: 8 - 12
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $65 member, $85 non-member

Fish your mornings away as you explore a variety of local watering holes. Campers will learn about ocean, lake, pond and stream ecosystems and the various species of fish that live in them. All catches will be returned to their natural environment. Bring water bottle, snack, weather appropriate clothing and fishing gear.