SPECIALTY CAMPS
At the Y, our Specialty Camps give kids the chance to dive deeper into one featured activity each week, such as dance, art, soccer, and more, while still enjoying the fun of a traditional summer camp experience. During the first half of each day, campers will focus on skill-building and instruction in that week’s specialty. In the second half of the day, campers will shift into classic camp activities like games, group fun, and time to connect with friends.
OPTIONS FOR GRADES:
Rising 1st through 6th Grade
WEEKS OFFERED:
See offered weeks and specialty options below.
CAMP HOURS:
Rides In - 7:00 - 9:00 AM
Camp Day - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Rides Out - 4:00 - 6:00 PM
CAMP LOCATION:
Warlick Family YMCA, 2221 Robinwood Road Gastonia, NC 28054
HOW TO REGISTER:
WHAT TO PACK:
Refillable water bottle • Two snacks • Swimsuit and towel • Sunscreen
HOW TO PREP YOUR CHILD:
Apply Sunscreen • Label Everything
SUMMER FEEDING PROGRAM:
The YMCA participates in the Summer Feeding program through Gaston County School Nutrition.
Specialties by Week
| CAMP WEEK | WEEK OF | CAMP SPECIALTY | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 3 | June 8 | Flag Football | Flag Football Camp at the Y is a fun and inclusive program designed to meet campers where they are—whether they are brand new to the game or looking to sharpen existing skills. Campers learn and strengthen fundamentals such as throwing, catching, route running, and defensive play through age-appropriate drills, games, and instruction. |
| Week 3 | June 8 | Cheer | Cheer Camp at the Y is an energetic and welcoming program that meets campers where they are, whether they are new to cheer or looking to build on their existing skills. Campers learn basic cheer techniques, motions, jumps, and chants, as well as work together to learn a fun dance routine. |
| Week 4 | June 15 | Slimy Science | Slimy Science Camp at the Y is a hands-on, messy, and exciting experience where campers explore science through fun experiments, slime-making, and other gooey creations. Campers learn basic science concepts by mixing, testing, and experimenting in a safe and engaging environment that sparks curiosity and creativity. |
| Week 5 | June 22 | Basketball | Basketball Camp at the Y is a fun and inclusive program designed to meet campers where they are, whether they are learning the game for the first time or building on skills they already know. Campers focus on fundamentals such as dribbling, passing, shooting, footwork, and defense through age-appropriate drills, games, and instruction. |
| Week 5 | June 22 | Dance | Dance Camp at the Y is a fun and welcoming program that meets campers where they are, whether they are new to dance or looking to build on their existing skills. Campers explore movement, rhythm, and coordination while learning a choreographed dance routine in a supportive and encouraging environment. |
| Week 6 | June 29 | Lego | Lego Camp at the Y is a fun and creative experience where campers build, design, and imagine together using LEGO® bricks. Through hands-on challenges and group projects, campers explore engineering concepts, problem-solving, and creativity in a supportive environment. |
| Week 7 | July 6 | Soccer | Soccer Camp at the Y is a fun and inclusive program that meets campers where they are, whether they are new to the game or working to strengthen skills they already have. Campers focus on core soccer fundamentals such as dribbling, passing, shooting, ball control, and defense through age-appropriate drills, games, and activities. |
| Week 8 | July 13 | Creative Arts | Creative Arts Camp at the Y is a fun and inspiring program where campers explore their imagination through arts and crafts and other hands-on creative activities. Campers experiment with different materials, techniques, and projects that encourage self-expression, creativity, and problem-solving in a supportive environment. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
WARLICK FAMILY YMCA SUMMER CAMP STAFF
Warlick Youth Development Program Director - Francine Molina | fmolina@gastonymca.org
Association Sports Director - Danny Gathings | dgathings@gastonymca.org
Warlick Program Registrar - Jada Cron | jcron@gastonymca.org
PARENT HANDBOOK
REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION INFORMATION
Enrollment:
Enrollment must be completed for each child participating 5 days prior to the start of the camp in which you wish to enroll. This includes registration, health history, payment, and waiver sections. There is a $20 non-refundable deposit at the time of registration per week, per camper. Weekly deposit fees are non-refundable. Payment of tuition is due in full at time of registration or the setup of weekly draft payments must occur for registration to be processed and accepted. All tuition must be paid prior to the camper’s attendance. Weekly drafts are processed the Friday before the week of attendance. Weekly tuition is not prorated for any reason.
Cancellation:
Cancellation for any reason requires a written notice given to the Program Director or Registrar via email one week prior to the registered week.
Late Payment:
A $30 return or late fee will be assessed to any returns or payments made after the due date. We reserve the right to discontinue service if an account becomes 5 days delinquent. We understand that occasional financial situations arise; please keep the YMCA Program Director/Registrar informed as to your family’s situation in advance of delinquency so we can work with you. Upon registering for the YMCA Summer Camp Program, you are responsible for payment of all program dues associated to your child’s enrollment in the program.
Refunds: No refunds or changes are available within one week of the start of the camp week. Registration for each camp week must be submitted on the Wednesday prior to the start of the camp week.
- Camp Fees are not prorated based on daily attendance.
- The $20 Deposits are not refunded for any weeks you request a cancellation.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Financial Assistance is available to YMCA Members. These funds are raised during the Annual Giving Campaign. We encourage people to complete the online application process. The process is simple and confidential.
At the Y, we believe every child should learn how to swim! For that reason, we make swim lessons an easy summer camp add-on program for our campers and their families.
Offered weekly June through July (excluding the week of June 29)
Tuesdays & Thursdays • 3:00–3:30pm
Pricing:
YMCA Members: $35/Week
Program Participants: $60/Week