Specialty Camps
Explore Your Possibilities
No matter what your child’s interests may be, the Attleboro YMCA Day Camps have the perfect option for you. Our specialty camps help kids strengthen their skills, discover new talents, and develop confidence in their own potential.
Download our 2012 Summer Camp Guide.
Archery Camp
Ages: 8 and Up (Adults welcome)
Learn how to be an archer! This program provides instruction in proper archery techniques and safety. All equipment is provided. For more information, contact Amanda Cyr at (508) 409-0735.
Schedule: August 13-17
Monday-Friday 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
(Please note: This is a change in time since the camp guide was printed.)
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Rates: Y Member: $95/week, Non-Member: $100/week
Registration: To register online, search for “Archery Camp” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Art Camp
Ages: 6 & Up
Find your inspiration at art camp! Our instructor is a certified art teacher who wants to expose your child to a variety of mediums. The camp’s supportive, encouraging environment makes it easy for kids to be creative. For more information, contact Amanda Cyr at (508) 409-0735.
Schedule: July 30-August 3 / August 6-10
Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Rates: Y Member: $18/day or $80/week, Non-Member: $32/day or $140/week
Registration: To register online, search for “Art Camp” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Adventure Camp
Ages: 7-14
Up for a challenge? Learn to navigate trails, conquer new heights, and learn basic wilderness survival skills. Daily challenges promote teamwork, logical reasoning, and the chance to take on mother nature! For more information, contact Mike Zucarelli at (508) 409-0741.
Schedule: August 13-17
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Camp Finberg
Rates: Y Member: $145/week, Non-Member: $180/week
Registration: To register online, search for “Camp Finberg” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Calling all Cheerleaders
Grades: K-8
This weeklong program will work all the fundamentals of cheerleading. The camp is instructed by a former ProBowl cheerleader in jumps, stunts, cheers and tumbling. Campers will also participate in games, crafts, and swim time. For more information, contact Amanda Cyr at (508) 409-0735.
Schedule: July 2-6 (no camp on the Fourth of July)
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Early and after care are available.)
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Rates: Y Member: $125/week, Non-Member: $153/week
Registration: To register online, search for “Cheer Camp” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Cirque De So-YMCA
Ages: 5-12
Join in the amazing experience of a gymnastics and dance evolution!Students work with our dance and gymnastics staff to combine different genres of dance with gymnastics and acrobatics to create a show unlike any other. For more information, contact Amanda Cyr at (508) 409-0735.
Schedule: July 23-27
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Early and after care are available.)
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Rates: Y Member: $150/week, Non-Member: $185/week
Registration: To register online, search for “Cirque De-So YMCA” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Dance-Nastics
Ages: 5-12
Campers will be given the opportunity to learn dance and gymnastics. A student showcase will cap off this fun-filled week, which includes games, arts and crafts, and recreational swimming. For more information, contact Amanda Cyr at (508) 409-0735.
Schedule: June 25-29 / August 20-24
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Early and after care are available.)
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Rates: Y Member: $150/week, Non-Member: $185/week
Registration: To register online, search for “Dance-Nastics” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Drama Camp
Ages: 7-14
Unleash the star within you! Take part in dramatic games, activities, and prepare for the camp stage. Drama Camp will provide your up and coming star with a fun, energetic, and comfortable setting to develop skills and love for the theater. Two-week program. For more information, contact Mike Zucarelli at (508) 409-0741.
Schedule: July 2-13 / July 30-August 10
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Camp Finberg
Rates: Y Member: $290/2-week session, Non-Member: $360/2-week session
Registration: To register online, search for “Camp Finberg” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Gymnastics Camps – Preschool
Campers learn the basics of gymnastics and tumbling at this fun camp that keeps preschoolers active all week long! Parents are invited to come early on Friday to see all the new moves the campers have learned. For more information, contact Amanda Cyr at (508) 409-0735.
Schedule: July 9-13 / August 6-10 / August 27-31
Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Rates: Y Member: $60/week, Non-Member: $95/week
Registration: To register online, search for “Gymnastics Camp” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Gymnastics Camps – Youth and Advanced
Your child will flip over our weeklong gymnastics camps! Participants work on gymnastics skills as well as routines. Each week includes an end-of-the-week performance. Camp activities include games, arts and crafts, and pool time. For more information, contact Amanda Cyr at (508) 409-0735.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Early and after care are available.)
Youth Gymnastics (Grades 1 and up) – July 16-20 / August 13-17
Advanced Gymnastics (Hot Shots and Competitive Team only) – July 30-August 3
Location: Pleasant Street Branch
Rates: Y Member: $150/week, Non-Member: $185/week
Registration: To register online, search for “Gymnastics Camp” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Nature Camp
Ages: 7-14
If you enjoy the great outdoors, then we have the program for you! The new YMCA-iCare curriculum provides games, activities, and projects all designed to increase awareness, appreciation, and action to help the environment. For more information, contact Mike Zucarelli at (508) 409-0741.
Schedule: August 6-10
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Camp Finberg
Rates: Y Member: $145/week, Non-Member: $180/week
Registration: To register online, search for “Camp Finberg” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Science Camp
Ages: 7-14
Ever wonder what DNA actually looks like or how nature can tell you a storm is approaching? Join us for two weeks of mind-blowing science experiments and studies of our 80 acres of natural wildlife. For more information, contact Mike Zucarelli at (508) 409-0741.
Schedule: July 23-27
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Camp Finberg
Rates: Y Member: $145/week, Non-Member: $180/week
Registration: To register online, search for “Camp Finberg” under the “Pleasant Street” search option. Or return the Summer Camps Registration Form with deposit to the Attleboro YMCA.
Track & Field Camp
Ages: 7 to 18
Attleboro YMCA Jaguars Coach Ed Poirier and Bishop Feehan Coach Bob L’Homme head the coaching staff to give young track athletes the ultimate athletic experience. All participants will benefit from coaching in hurdles, sprints, middle distance, cross country, high jump, long jump, triple jump, shot put, javelin, discus, relays and conditioning training. For more information, contact Ed Poirier at (508) 409-0754.
Schedule: July 16-20
Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Norton Outdoor Center / Camp Finberg
Rates: Y Member: $170/week, Non-Member: $200/week
Registration: Registration for Track & Field Camp will begin February 28, 2012.
YMCA D.A.R.E. Camp
Grades: Incoming 5th and 6th graders
Have a blast while learning how to make positive decisions to ensure your health, safety, and potential as a future leader. Staffed by D.A.R.E. police officers and YMCA staff, D.A.R.E. Camp provides students with the tools they need to avoid negative influences and rise above peer pressure. For more information, contact David Barbour at (508) 409-0734.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Norton Outdoor Center / Camp Finberg
Rates: $100/week if register by April 30, $125/week for registrations between May 1-June 30
Registration: Registration for D.A.R.E. Camp will begin February 28, 2012.
Registration Information
This year, the Attleboro Y is pleased to offer online registration for our camps. Simply login to our online registration portal and then search for “camp” in the “Pleasant Street” search option. (Please note: You will find Track & Field Camp in the “Attleboro YMCA” search option.) Whether you register online or by sending in a Camp Registration Form, you will need to fill out both forms below and return them to the Y two weeks prior to your child’s arrival at camp:
Before your child’s first day of camp, please review the 2012 Camp Handbook.
Financial Assistance
All kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. Staying true to the Y’s cause for Youth Development, we believe that every child should have access to the magical, life-changing experience of camp. That’s why we offer financial aid assistance to qualified families and individuals, thanks to funds raised through the Y’s Best friends Campaign. To apply for financial aid for your child’s enrollment in camp, please fill out the return the Financial Assistance Form with your child’s camp registration and all support materials by June 1, 2012.
