2016 summer camp magazine (pdf)

Online Registration atwww.freedom-center.com

703.993.8513

June 20-August 26

The “Freedom”

to customize your

camp experience.

Summer

We offer traditional to extreme

and everything in between!

2016

Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!

Camps

NEW in 2016!Camp Open House

Sunday, May 22

3:00-5:00pm

Sunday, June 5

3:00-5:00pm

Facility tours

Meet the staff

Turn in required paperwork

Pick up or purchase camp tshirts

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Program Registrationwww.freedom-center.com

Summer 2016

Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri

Campers may register for one week at a time!

Week 1: June 20-24

Week 2: June 27-July 1

Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12

Week 9: August 15-19


How to Register:Register ONLINE!

24 hours a day/7 days a week image

Drop off ALL completed paperwork to the registration desk

Schedule a 30 minute registration session to go over details and walk

through the process

Before/After Care Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!

Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured activities

during these hours.

REMINDER! ALL campers should bring snacks, water

bottle, sunscreen and athletic shoes daily.

Full Day campers should also pack lunch,

swimsuit and towel if necessary.

Contents

How to register:1. Register online at www.freedom-center.com

Available 24 hours a day/7 days a week!

a. Online registration is completed with a full payment for partial day camps

or a $40 deposit for full day camps (paid towards camp balance).

b. Not done yet…Mail, email or drop off additional required Emergency

Camp Form and any other forms required for the specifi c camp program

(see below).

2. For an additional fee of $25, parents may make a reservation for a

30 minute registration session. A staff member will answer questions

and work with you to register your child for the summer. Please call

703-993-8513 to make a reservation.

a. Please bring all required documents and an idea of your child’s camp

schedule to the appointment.

10900 University BoulevardManassas, VA 20110

703.993.8444

Did you know? If a camper is an active Freedom Center member he/she will receive a 10% discount off of camp programs!

Questions? Email the Camp Director at [email protected]

Camp Planning Grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Who We Are . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Traditional Day Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Add Swim Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Aquatics Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11

Sports Camps - Full & Partial day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-18

Adventure Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-27

Arts and Education Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-31

Just For the Little Ones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33

Special Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-38

I can’t say enoughwonderful things about the

camps at the Freedom Center. My daughter has been attending programs, including pre-school, at Freedom for almost 10 years now. We know all the counselors (or a lot of them) and staff so it’s like

being with family.

The action packed

schedule.

My child had fun each day and learned a new

sport. Made some new friends and liked his coaches.

Well organized, with a fantastic selection

of great activities to fill our child’s summer days.

The flexible

time for

pickup was

another

bonus.

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“It’s great the

counselors known

my son’s name. I

appreciate the extra

effort to personalize

the experience.”That my child was engaged the entire time. Came back tired with new

friends and new experiences.

The care of the staff. The amount of fun that my child has during camp.

“Having my child become enthusiastic about learning new things!”

He loved it. A combo of sports and

learning!

As a Freedom CenterCamp Parent, I enjoy…

“Of all the summer camps we have attended over the years, this is by far the best experience we’ve had! We love the coach’s enthusiasm and interaction with the children and the level of security you have in place

to ensure our children’s safety! We’ve had other incidents were children ran wild within the facility with little to no supervision, so this comes as a GREAT relief to see such measures being taken. My daughter had so

much fun and it was a direct reflection of the fun the coaches allowed the kids to have.”

Be sure to register early and make final plans for the summer!

$25 last minute registration fee for any new registrations two weeks prior to the camp week.

All forms are available on the Freedom Center’s website!

Required on fi le prior to June 1:

• Camper Emergency Information Form

• Medicine Administration Form if ANY type of medicine is required while at camp

• Required waivers for specifi c camp programs

• ONLY for Camp Freedom & Recreation with Motion Campers – Proof of birth, Physical & Immunization Records

Additional forms required if your child will need medication to

be administered. All forms must be signed by physician.

Camps that require a specifi c waiver(s):

• Paintball

• Equestrian

• Rock Climbing

• Nature

• Natural Adventures

• Leading Edge

• Freedom Wanderers

Survival Camp

• Girls on Fire

• Kayak Fishing

• Fishing

• Mountain Biking

• American Kenpo Karate

Camps (Self Defense, Boxing,

Marital Arts, Jiu Jitsu)

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CAMP NAMEAge

GroupWeek 1 6/20-6/24

Week 2 6/27-7/1

Week 3 7/5-7/8

Week 4 7/11-7/15

Week 5 7/18-7/22

Week 6 7/25-7/29

Week 7 8/1-8/5

Week 8 8/8-8/12

Week 9 8/15-8/19

Week 10 8/22-8/26

American Red Cross Babysitting Course 11-15 4 4 4 4

American Red Cross Jr. Lifeguard Camp 11-14 4

Aquatics Camp 10-14 4 4

Baseball and Recreation Camp 6-12

Basketball Camp - Boys 6-15 4 4

Basketball Camp - Girls 6-15 4

Baseball Camp 6-12 4 4

Boxing Camp 6-12 4 4

Camp Freedom 5.5-12 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

Camp Freedom for Preschoolers 3-5 4 4 4 4 4

Cheerleading Camp 6-13 4 4

Cooking Camp - Sweet Treats 6-12 4

Cooking Camp - Kinder Chef 4-6 4

Cooking Camp - Creative Cuisine 7-9 4

Cooking Camp - Creative Cuisine 10-13 4

Dance Camp 5-8 4

Dance Camp 9-13 4

Engineering for Kids 5-7 4 4 4 4 4 4

Engineering for Kids 8-12 4 4 4 4 4 4

Equestrian Camp 6-15 4 4 4

Extreme Bike Riding Camp 7-13 4 4

Fishing Camp 10-15 4

Football and Recreation Camp 6-13 4 4 4

Freedom Wanders Survival Camp 11-14 4

Girls on Fire Leadership Camp 11-14 4

Gymnastics - Beginner 3-5 4 4

Gymnastics - Beginner 6-9 4 4

Gymnastics - Beginner/Intermediate 6-12 4 4

Hip Hop Camp 9-15 4

In-Line Skate (Rollerblading) Camp 6-13 4 4

Jiu Jitsu Camp 7-14 4

Camp Planning Grid

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CAMP NAMEAge

GroupWeek 1 6/20-6/24

Week 2 6/27-7/1

Week 3 7/5-7/8

Week 4 7/11-7/15

Week 5 7/18-7/22

Week 6 7/25-7/29

Week 7 8/1-8/5

Week 8 8/8-8/12

Week 9 8/15-8/19

Week 10 8/22-8/26

Kayak Fishing Camp 10-15 4 4

Lacrosse and Recreation Camp - Boys 7-13 4 4

Lacrosse and Recreation Camp - Girls 7-13 4 4

Land and Sea Volleyball Camp 10-15 4 4 4

Leading EDGE Camp 11-15 4 4

Learn to Ride a Bike Camp 5-9 4 4

Lights, Camera, Action! Drama Camp 5-8 4 4

Little Hoops Basketball Camp 3-5 4

Mason Game & Technology Academy 9-12 4 4

Martial Arts and Recreation Camp 6-12 4 4

Mountain Biking Camp 10-15 4

Jr. Nature Camp 6-9 4 4 4

Nature Camp 10-13 4 4 4

Natural Adventures 11-15 4

Paintball - Beginner/Intermediate 10-15 4 4

Paintball - Intermediate/Advanced 10-15 4

Paintball - Pee Wee Program 7-9 4 4

Recreation with Motion 5.5-12 4 4 4 4

Rock Climbing Camp 10-15 4 4 4

Science Camp 6-8 4

Science Camp 9-12 4

Scottish Highland Dance Camp 6-13 4

Self-Defense Camp for Girls 6-15 4 4 4

Senior Drama Camp 9-13 4

Skate Board Camp 6-13 4 4

Soccer and Recreation Camp - Boys 6-15 4 4

Soccer and Recreation Camp - Girls 6-15 4 4

Softball Camp 6-15 4 4

Sports Mix Camp 3-5 4 4

Tennis Camp 6-15 4 4 4

Zumba for Kids 7-11 4

The “Freedom” to customize your camp experience.We offer traditional to extreme and everything in between!

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The Freedom Summer Camp Crew“Unity is strength…When there is team work and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved,”

Mattie Stepanek

The Freedom Staff Family is more than a seasonal summer crew. The unique aspect

of our staff is what makes our camp an experience for all campers throughout the

summer. Each counselor is strategically hired then scheduled with the appropriate

group to ensure his/her strengths are being put to work. Our staff and our program is

one of a kind and will ensure a summer your camper will never forget.

Our staff is committed to providing your camper a safe environment, caring and

experienced camp counselors, and fun-fi lled dynamic days. The summer of 2016 will

kick off our 15th summer camp season! Our site is licensed by the Commonwealth of

Virginia as Child Day Center, and we are proud to say that our program exceeds many

of their established standards.

We hire those with a passion to PLAY! Each counselor on FAFC’s summer camp staff

is a well-trained, enthusiastic and motivating individual over the age of 18. Several

summer counselors have been with us for one or more seasons and may have even

been a previous camper!

Each staff member has been screened through an interview process, received back

ground checks and references verifi ed to ensure the safety of your camper. Camp

counselors are required to attend an orientation and training prior to the fi rst day of

camp. Throughout the training, counselors participate in child development workshops,

team building activities, earn a certifi cation in First Aid, CPR and Blood Borne Pathogen

and several other exciting and benefi cial activities to ensure a successful and safe

camp season. Training also offers counselors time to plan programs, work to build

a positive group atmosphere and requires staff to embark on fi nding solutions to

challenging situations that may occur throughout the summer and preventative tools to

work towards an anti-bullying environment.

Who We Are!

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







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during these hours.





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“I loved the aspect of team bonding and collaboration with your co-workers. Most

companies might not make it an emphasis to promote co-worker relationships but getting along with and working well with your co-workers is an important aspect of any job but especially in this

setting. The two weeks of training gave us a great opportunity to do that and I ran into virtually no

conflict with other employees,”Freedom Center Camp Counselor

Sample Schedule for a Traditional Full Day Camp9:00 – 10:00 am Campers break into groups for name games and team building activities

10:00 – 11:00 am Outdoor recreational activity

11:00 – 11:30 am Snack

11:30 am – 12:30 pm Outdoor recreational activity

12:30 – 1:00 pm Lunch

1:00 – 2:00 pm Indoor arts and crafts activity

2:00 – 3:00 pm Free Swim

3:00 – 3:45 pm Snack

3:45 – 4:00 pm Recreational activity

4:00 – 4:30 pm Free recreational time in gymnasium & sign out

Sample Schedule for a Sports Full Day Camp8:00 – 9:00 am Campers break into groups and are transported to camp location

9:00 – 9:30 am Team building activities and warm ups

9:30 – 11:00 am Skills practice and games

11:00 – 11:30 am Snack and shade break

11:30 am – 12:00 pm Tournament and game play

12:00 – 12:30 pm Transported back to Freedom Center

12:30 – 1:00 pm Lunch

1:00 – 2:00 pm Indoor recreational activity

2:00 – 3:00 pm Free Swim

3:00 – 4:00 pm Indoor recreational activity

4:00 – 4:30 pm Snack & sign out

A Camper’s Typical Day at Full Day Traditional Camps or Sports Camps

This is my son’s third summer at Freedom Center camps. He really likes the counselors and you guys

do a great job hiring the right staff. They are always fun yet

take the job seriously.

Parent CampManual

Don’t forget to read the

for all camp details!

Before/After Care included

with ALL camps!

Full-day camps include before and after care from 6:30am - 6:30pm!

Campers will participate in supervised, self-directed, unstructured

activities during the time periods before and after their camp times.

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TraditionalDay Camps

Camp Freedom (Ages **5 ½ -12)

Weeks 1-10 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $225

Week 3 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $180 (No camp July 4)

Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center

Experience a little of everything when enrolled in Camp Freedom! Whether your

camper is interested in soccer or painting he or she will enjoy a week in Camp

Freedom! The weekly schedule will be based around a different exciting theme each

week. Camp’s activities will include a broad range of recreational sports and games,

arts and crafts, a daily swim, weekly fi eld trip, and participate in special enrichment

sessions.

Some activities may include whipping up a

recipe, recreational sports games, nutrition

education, science experiments, and drama

games and skits. Once a week campers will

have the opportunity to work with certifi ed

athletic trainers and participate in fi tness

related games and activities. Counselors

encourage cooperation and teamwork in a fun

and positive atmosphere.

Campers should bring tennis shoes,

swimsuit, towel, lunch, snacks, and

sunscreen each day. *Before and after care

included from 6:30 am – 6:30 pm.

**Campers at the 5

½ age must have

completed a year of

full day kindergarten

*Before and after care available from 6:30-9:00 am and

4:30-6:30 pm at no additional charge for full day campers.

Campers are divided up into

camp groups based on age.

Groups may be subdivided

each week depending on

enrollment numbers.

Group A – Ages 5 ½ -7

Group B – Ages 8-9

Group C – Ages 10-12

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







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during these hours.





Themes for Camp Freedom

Week 1 Aloha Summer

Week 2 Music Makers

Week 3 Red, White & Blue - Freedom Family

Week 4 Blast into Space

Week 5 Down on the farm

Week 6 Ooze, Goo & Slime Science

Week 7 Wonders of Nature & Keepers of the Earth

Week 8 Freedom Olympics

Week 9 Spirit Week

Week 10 Summer Wrap Up & Carnival

Campt-shirt

Included!

“I had heard wonderful things though (about FAFC CAMP), and my expectations

were high. I was not disappointed. After the first day, I knew they were hooked. They both loved their camps and were excited

by what they had learned and experienced. My favorite part? Knowing my children are

cared for and are spending their days playing and learning...and loving every minute.”

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Recreation with Motion Camp (Ages **5 ½ -13)

Week 3 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $180 (No camp July 4)

Weeks 4, 6 or 9 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $225


How do you cram a variety of different sports into one week?

Come experience Recreation with Motion Camp! Campers will

focus on physical development through athletics and recreation

activities. Stressing both individual achievement and teamwork,

counselors encourage campers to participate in a variety of sports

and physical games, as well as promote skill development in sports

they have played previously. Activities include a selection of sports

and games chosen by the campers along with the direction of their

counselors.

Daily activities may include basketball, volleyball, fl ag football,

soccer, obstacle courses, relay races, capture the fl ag and much

more. In between the variety of sports, campers will have the

opportunity to enjoy a daily swim. Once a week campers will have

the opportunity to work with certifi ed athletic trainers and participate in fi tness related games

and activities. Recreation camp will also feature weekly fi eld trips. Campers should bring

tennis shoes, swimsuit, towel, lunch, snacks, and sunscreen each day. *Before and after care

included from 6:30 am – 6:30 pm.

**Campers at the 5 ½ age must have

completed a year of full day kindergarten

Campers are divided up into

camp groups based on age.

Groups may be subdivided

each week depending on

enrollment numbers.

Pee Wee Rec – Ages 6 -7Jr Rec – Ages 8-9Sr. Rec – Ages 10-13

Themes for Recreation with Motion Camp

Week 3 Red, White & Blue - Freedom Family

Week 4 Blast into Space

Week 6 Ooze, Goo & Slime Science

Week 9 Spirit Week

Campt-shirt

Included!

Add Afternoon Swim Lessons to Your Campers Day!One Week Sessions; $55/week

Weeks 1-10 4:00 – 4:45 pm

Monday through Thursday for beginning and intermediate swimmers. Participants

are offered the opportunity to participate in a swim program following full day camp.

Participants are divided based on skill once the program begins. Camp counselors

will escort campers to their lessons and supervise throughout the session.

Camp Swim Lessons are for Full Day Campers only.

Afternoon Sessions are open to all Full Day Camps

except campers enrolled in ADVENTURE CAMPS (with

the exception to NATURE CAMPS).

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AquaticsCampsFull & Partial Day

Aquatics Camp (Ages 10-14)

Week 2 or 7 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $260

Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Lobby

This Camp is for those who love the

water! Our Camp will cover stroke mechanics,

teambuilding, dryland training, race strategy, and

an intro to diving and water polo. Each day of

aqua camp will be a mix of lessons that teach

competitive swimming skill development with

aquatic games and water safety skills(preventing

and responding to aquatic emergencies). The

participant should bring swim suit(s), at least 2

towels, goggles, snacks, and lunch.

Prerequisites: Campers must be able to swim

25 yards front craw with rhythmic breathing and

25 yards backstroke, tread water for 1 minute

and be able to submerge underwater for 10 feet.

NEW!! Jr. Aquatics Camp (Ages 6-9)

Week 4 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $260


For those who are still learning to be comfortable in the water. This camp seeks to

acclimate new swimmers to an aquatic environment. This camp will cover and build on

basic aquatic skills with an emphasis on water adjustment, kicking, front and back fl oats,

combinations skills(arms and legs). Each day of camp will have a mix of structured lessons

and water games designed to build on basic aquatic skills. Participants will also have safety

lessons and participate in craft activities. The participant should bring swim suit(s), at least

2 towels, goggles, snacks, and lunch.

Prerequisites: must be able to submerge face and

be comfortable in chest deep water.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







through the process



during these hours.





The participant should bring

swim suit(s), at least 2 towels,

goggles, snacks, and lunch.

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“My son is excited about camp. I’m impressed by the variety of

activities and the organization of the camp. Everyone is happy and always in a good mood. The counselors are “cool” and encourage my son to enjoy his time

at camp. Well done- I love it!!

American Red Cross Jr. Lifeguard Camp (Ages 11-14)

Week 3 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $260 (No camp July 4)


The American Red Cross now offers a Junior Lifeguarding Course for those ages 11-14. This

is a great way to learn the basics to lifeguarding from our current lifeguard instructors. This

camp strictly follows the American Red Cross Course. Prerequisites must be met prior to the

camp starting. Contact Ashley at [email protected] to stop in to complete them at any time!

Prerequisites are:

• Swim front crawl 25 yards continuously with front or side breathing.

• Swim breaststroke for 25 yards with correct movement

• Tread water for 1 minute

• Float on back for 30 seconds

• Swim 10 feet underwater

Before/After

Care included

with ALL

camps!

Full-day camps include before and after carefrom 6:30am - 6:30pm!

Campers will participate in supervised,

self-directed, unstructured activities during the

time periods before and after their camp times.

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SportsCampsFull & Partial Day

Basketball Camp (Ages 6-15)

Boys: Week 2 or 6 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $260

Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00pm $145

Girls: Week 5 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $260

Partial Day 9:00 am – 12:00pm $145


Calling all beginners through advanced basketball

players! This camp curriculum emphasizes skill

improvement, physical conditioning and development of

offensive moves and defensive strategies. Campers are

divided into small groups based on age, experience, and

ability level to ensure a high quality and benefi cial

program. Lectures and motivational sessions focus on

personal development, teamwork and enjoyment of the

sport. All participants will compete in 3 on 3, 5 on 5

and tournament competitions. Full Day Campers will

swim on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each

camp week. Campers may participate in basketball

activities both inside and outside throughout the

week. Billy Fields, former Providence College guard

and 3 on 3 World Champion,

directs the experienced coaching

staff for both boys and girls camps.

Full day campers may be signed in/out at the Freedom Center or off site location.

Partial day campers must be signed in/out from the off site location.

FAFC DOES NOT provide transportation to partial day campers.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







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Campers will receive an officialFreedomCenter

Basketball Camp T-Shirt.

PARTIAL DAYOPTION ADDED!!

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Baseball and Recreation Camp (Ages 6-12)

Week 2 or 5 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240

Partial Day 8:15 am – 11:15 am $125

Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center

Partial Day: E.G. Smith Baseball Complex

Campers sharpen their baseball skills in this exciting camp. Designed for beginner through

advanced players, instructors divide campers into groups based on age, experience and ability

level. This camp includes a morning packed with a variety of baseball stations and fun. If

enrolled in the full day option, campers will return to the Freedom Center for an afternoon of

lunch, swimming and sports and recreational activities. Campers must bring a glove, baseball

cleats, bat, snacks, sunscreen, and a water bottle.

Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready for

transportation to the E.G. Smith Baseball Complex.

Full day campers may be signed in/out at the Freedom Center or off

site location.

Partial day campers must be signed in/out

from the off site location.

FAFC DOES NOT provide

transportation to partial

day campers.


with ALL camps!

Boxing Camp (Ages 6-12)




Partial Day: American Kenpo Karate Academy

Campers will be exposed to the basics of boxing, including physical aspects

and rules and regulations. Campers work specifi cally on conditioning drills,

speed coordination, and balance. Campers also learn shadow sparring, jumping

rope, and the proper technique to punch speed bags and heavy bags. The

instructors perform LIGHT sparring with the campers (campers do not spar each

other). Full day campers will enjoy a morning session of boxing, then return to

the Freedom Center for lunch and recreational activities, swimming and sign out.

Training gloves are included and will go home at the end of the camp week.

Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready

for transportation to American Kenpo Karate.





Cheerleading Camp (Ages 6-13)


Partial Day 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $125

Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center Lobby

Partial Day: Freedom Center Studio

Have a camper who is ready to start cheering for his or her favorite team?

Future or current cheerleaders interested in learning proper techniques for routines,

jumps, cheers, basic tumbling and more will fi nd a great fi t in this camp. Campers

will work together all week to develop a team routine to demonstrate and work on

individual skills. On Friday, Campers will invite parents and friends to watch the group’s

routine! Campers must wear comfortable clothes (no jeans please), tennis shoes and bring

a snack and water bottle. If enrolled in the full day option, the camp day will include lunch,

swimming and crafts, sports and recreational activities.

The structured Cheer program will run from 1:00-4:00 for full and partial day campers.

Parent CampManual



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Football and Recreation Camp (Ages 6-13)

Week 2 Full Day 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $240

Partial Day 9:00 am –12:00 pm $125


Partial Day: Brandon Way Park





Intermediate/Advanced Week





Touchdown! Is your camper a beginner or need to prepare

for the fall league? This camp introduces and reinforces the

basics of football without contact play. Campers learn proper

throwing techniques, catching, ball handling, kicking, and

offensive and defensive game strategy. Camp is designed

with developmental games and activities for beginners

through advanced players stressing the fundamentals that

will teach players good habits and make each camper a

more consistent player on the fi eld. Camp includes a morning

session of football drills, conditioning and game play (with

fl ags) followed by an afternoon of lunch, swimming and other

sports and recreational activities for those choosing the full day option.

Jiu Jitsu and Recreation Camp (Ages 7-14)


Partial Day 8:30 am – 11:30 pm $125



Jiu Jitsu known as the gentle art teaches children how to control a larger opponent on the

ground without hurting the aggressor. This system was founded by the Gracie family and is

based on ground maneuvers to neutralized opponents in a safe way. Jiu Jitsu is a martial art

that not only teaches the most effective self-defense on the ground but also self-discipline,

self-control and respect for others. This camp will be fi lled with fun and great exercise.

Campers will be learning; take downs, ground control, and fi nishing holds. Campers will

also learn basic positions on top like guard, side control mounted position etc. They will be

learning basic escapes and counters.

Bring water, a loose top and shorts, and get ready to learn and have fun! Full day campers

will enjoy a morning session of Jiu Jitsu, then return to the Freedom Center for lunch,

recreational activities, swimming and sign out.


transportation to the American Kenpo Karate Academy.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







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Campers will be participating in volleyball

activities in the pool each day. Swim suit and towel required.

Lacrosse and Recreation Camp (Ages 7-13)



Girls: Week 5 or 7 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240




Campers will learn the basics of lacrosse, from cradling to passing, and get ready to

compete with instruction in cutting, shooting, and dodging. Intermediate players focus on

position, specifi c skills, and offensive/defensive strategies. In order to ensure each camp

a benefi cial camp week, instructors divide campers into groups based on age, experience

and ability level. The full day camp includes a morning session of lacrosse offsite and will

return to the Freedom Center for an afternoon of lunch, swimming and other sports and

recreational activities. Bring a lacrosse stick, cleats, tennis shoes, mouth guard, snacks,

sunscreen, and a water bottle.

Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready f

or transportation to Brandon Way.

Land and Sea Volleyball Camp (Ages 10-15)

Week 4, 7 or 9 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240


Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full & Partial Day: Freedom Center

If you love regular volleyball you will love the twist we’ve put on this one. Not only will you

develop skills necessary to play volleyball on land, we take it a little further and have some of

the same fun in the water under the guidance of Olga O’Brien, volleyball coach and former

GMU star player. Full day campers will enjoy a morning session of volleyball followed by

lunch, pool time and other sports and recreational activities.




My daughter loved the camp!The instructors were awesome and she learned so much. She is

confident and is hoping to try out for her middle school volleyball

team. My younger daughter cannot wait until she is able to

attend the camp.

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Martial Arts and Recreation Camp (Ages 6-12)





Introduce youngsters to the world of martial arts!

The lead instructor, Jose Ponce, is an 8th degree

black belt of the American Kenpo Karate Academy.

Campers work on the physical aspect with balance,

strength, agility and conditioning drills. During this

class, the “A to Z” of Karate basics will be taught:

basics, stances, combinations, sets, sparring, point

sparring, breaking, stretching, kicks, jump kicks,

take downs, target applications and self-defense.

Children are introduced to the history and philosophy

of martial arts and the rules of sport competition Full

day campers will enjoy a morning session of Martial

Arts, then return to the Freedom Center for lunch,

recreational activities, swimming and sign out.

Full day campers must arrive by 8:00 am to be ready for transportation to the

American Kenpo Karate Academy.

Equestrian Camp (Ages 6-15)

Week 3 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $396 (No camp July 4)





Partial Day: Clover Brooke Stables - Nokesville

Saddle up! This camp offers participants an opportunity to learn how to ride during daily

mounted lessons. Camp curriculum includes horse safety tips, safe handling techniques,

grooming, tacking, and other horsemanship skills. Wear hard fl at-soled shoes with 1/2

inch heel (required to ride), and long pants or shorts with chaps. Any campers arriving

in sandals or tennis shoes will not be permitted to ride due to safety issues. All other

equipment is supplied. A demonstration mini-horse show will be held on the last day of

each weekly session. Bring snack, water bottle and sun screen. Partial day campers meet

and dismiss from Clover Brooke. Camp is held rain or shine.

Full day campers must be at FAFC by 7:25am to be transported to camp location.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







through the process



during these hours.









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Self-defense Camp for Girls (Ages 6-15)







This is a fantastic camp for all girls, so that they can understand, avoid, and deal with

dangerous situations. Girls learn techniques to handle situations where they need

practical and effective self defense. To teach effective techniques against common attacks, we use bags, hand targets, shields, and

blocking bats on realistic targets in motion. The instructors wear partial or full red man suit (protective suit) and we create scenarios to

test skills learned. An important aspect of this camp is awareness; police offi cers give a short talk about awareness and prevention. Full

day campers will enjoy a morning session of Self Defense, then return to the Freedom Center for lunch, recreational activities, swimming

and sign out.


for transportation to the American Kenpo Karate Academy.

Soccer and Recreation Camp (Ages 6-15)



Girls: Week 2 or 6 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240




Whether your camper is preparing for the next World Cup or just beginning a soccer career, this

camp is a perfect opportunity for novice through intermediate players. The week of camp offers

participants lots of time “on the ball” to improve kicking, dribbling, shooting and passing skills.

Players will learn positions and offensive/defensive strategies. Coaches emphasize physical

conditioning and teamwork while participating in developmentally fun and challenging games.

Instructors divide campers into groups based on age, experience and ability level to ensure a

positive experience. Campers enrolled in the full day option will enjoy the morning session of

soccer offsite and return to the Freedom Center for an afternoon of lunch, swimming and other

sports and recreational activities. Campers should bring cleats, shin guards, snacks, sunscreen,

and a water bottle.


transportation to Brandon Way.


with ALL camps!





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Softball Camp (Ages 6-15)


Partial Day 8:15 am –11:15 am $125


Partial Day: E.G. Smith Baseball Complex

Girls just want to have fun! Is your camper looking for a new sport to try or currently

playing softball? This camp will offer a great opportunity to introduce or reinforce softball

skills through a variety of games and activities. Campers will be divided by age and ability

to work on hitting, base running, sliding, catching and throwing. Camp will also cover fi eld

drills, pitching and pop-ups. Campers enrolled in the full day option will enjoy the morning

session of softball offsite and return to the Freedom Center for an afternoon of lunch,

swimming and other sports and recreational activities. Please bring a glove, snacks, water

bottle, and sunscreen.


for transportation to the E.G. Smith Baseball Complex.

Tennis Camp (Ages 6-15)

Week 1, 5, or 7 Full Day 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $240



Partial Day: Stonewall Jackson HS

Join Coach James and crew on the courts this

summer! Does your camper have a passion for

tennis or ready to develop the passion for the lifelong

sport? The week of camp will include techniques for

proper grip, body position, stroking the ball forehand

and backhand, footwork, and game play. This camp

includes a morning session of developmental tennis

games and activities, followed by an afternoon of

lunch, swimming and other sports and recreational

activities at the Freedom Center for those choosing

the full day option. Designed for beginner through

advanced players, instructors divide campers into groups based on age, experience and

ability level. Bring a racquet, tennis shoes, snack, a water bottle, and sunscreen.


transportation to Stonewall Jackson High School.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







through the process



during these hours.









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Skate Board Camp (Ages 6-13)




Partial Day: Freedom Center Parking Lot

Radical dude! Extreme fun beginner through

intermediate skateboard riders. Learn to push, ride,

tack-turn, kick turn, approach ramps, rock n’roll, rock

to fakie, ollie, drop in, skate park etiquette and more.

Have fun, learn fast and practice skills while riding our

mobile skate park & street course with quarter pipes,

fun box, grind box, launch ramps, kicker ramps and

more. Bring a snack, plenty of water, skate board,

skate board helmet, elbow & knee pads and wrist

guards. Participants receive offi cial camp t-shirt and

sticker. Camp held rain or shine.

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In-Line Skate (Rollerblading) Camp (Ages 6-13)





Extreme fun! Learn fast, be safe and have fun in

this inline skills and adventure camp. Learn how

gear up, stand up, avoid falling down, skate with

good form, stop on a dime, negotiate obstacles,

evasive maneuvers, skate backwards and more.

Activities include instruction, skating games, skate

tours and skate maintenance. Bring a snack,

plenty of water, inline skates, helmet, elbow &

knee pads and wrist guards. Participants receive offi cial camp t-shirt and sticker.

Camp held rain or shine.

For questions about camp contact American Inline.

Email: [email protected] Or call 703-994-7617

Adventure Camps

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







through the process



during these hours.





Waiver required!

for Adventure Camps

His confidencewas boosted, he enjoyed interacting with other

kids who had a passion for skateboarding, and he loved having older counselors that

were inspirational to him.

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Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







through the process



during these hours.





Extreme Bike Riding Camp (Ages 7-13)





This camp provides a hands-on, educational

way for children to master the art of bicycle

riding. Learn bike riding, steering, shifting gears,

pedal cadence, climbing and descending hills,

riding ramps, safety and rules of the road. Ride

confi dence courses, go on short bike tours and

even ride ramps. This camp will put you on the

fast track to becoming a better, more confi dent

bike rider. Pre-requisite: participants must be

able ride their bike confi dently for extended

periods without assistance. Bring bike without

training wheels, bike gloves, helmet, water bottle,

hydration pack and snack. Participants receive

t-shirt and sticker. Camp will be held rain or

shine. Participants may store bike overnight in

the locked trailer or pick it up each day. If camper

plans to bring his/her bike home each day a bike

lock is required.

Learn to Ride a Bike Camp (Ages 5-9)





Learning to ride a bike is a rite of passage; a skill that once acquired, is never forgotten.

Teach a child to ride and you have opened the doors to a lifetime of fresh air fun and

two wheeled adventure. This camp is for kids who are ready to say good-bye to their

training wheels. Participants may start out with them, but learn to ride with no training

wheels during this camp. Learn how to get on your bike, fi nd balance, start, brake &

stop, steer, ride confi dence courses, play bike riding games and go on short bike tours

when ready. Bring bike with or without training wheels, bike gloves, helmet, bottle

with water & snack. Participants receive t-shirt and sticker. Camp will be held rain or

shine. Participants may store bike overnight in the locked trailer or pick it up each day.

If camper plans to bring his/her bike home each day a bike lock is required.




Loved this camp! Colleena learned to ride

a two wheel bikein ONE week!

Adventure Camps

Waiver required!

for Adventure Camps

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Fishing Camp (Ages 10-15)

Week 5 8:00 am – 5:00 pm $485

Location Drop Off & Pick Up –Freedom Center

Throw your bait in and fi sh! Campers will

experience fi shing instruction and games to enforce

skills each day, while anticipating the great catch!

Virginia Fishing Adventures offers campers the

opportunity to learn beginner and intermediate

tactics for freshwater fi shing in nearby private

ponds and rivers. Instructors will facilitate activities

to teach the basic aspects of fi shing and proper

techniques for knots, casting and much more!

Campers will also gain knowledge of local fi sh and

bodies of water, catch and release and other fi shing

related skills. Campers may also earn their fi shing

merit badge through this program.

Safety is our number one priority, so campers will wear lifejackets when in the water

or on a boat. Virginia Fishing Adventures provides all bait and tackle, rods and reels,

lifejackets, and good times. Campers will travel to private ponds and the Rappahannock

and Rapidan Rivers. Campers will also participate in fl oat trips on rafts and extended

fi shing time at each site. Campers should bring a lunch, snacks, a water bottle,

swimwear, and sunscreen each day.

Transportation to the offsite locations will be

leaving promptly at 8:00 am each camp morning.

Please visit www.virginiafi shingadventures.com for a

detailed description of our weekly activities.

Kayak Fishing Camp (Ages 10-15)

Week 2 or 10 8:00 am – 5:00 pm $485


Join Virginia Outside, LLC for an introduction to kayaking

and kayak fi shing. Our staff will instruct you on safety,

paddling, and general maneuvering of a sit-on-top kayak.

As you learn throughout the week at various locations

we will incorporate fi shing, sightseeing and touring while

paddling on all types of water. From local lakes and

rivers like Bull Run, Fountainhead, and tidal creeks of

the Potomac. We will progress to days on lazy rivers that

include the Shenandoah, Rappahannock, and Rapidan

Rivers.

A kayak is a great way to get close to nature and we expect to see bald eagles,

ospreys, herons, deer and beaver. When we are fi shing our catch will include large and

smallmouth bass, catfi sh, sunfi sh, crappie, and maybe even the infamous snakehead.

Kayaks, paddles, life vests, and fi shing gear are provided by Virginia Outside, LLC. .

Participants should bring water shoes, hat, sunscreen, lunch, and water bottle. Don’t

forget your water proof camera!

Adventure Camps

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







through the process



during these hours.





Waiver required!

for Adventure Camps

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REMINDER:All campers must bring snacks,

water bottle and tennis shoes. Full Day campers must bring LUNCH,

bathing suit and towel.

LOW IMPACT Beginner/Intermediate Paintball Camp (Ages 10-15)

Week 5 or 7 9:30 am – 4:00 pm $465

Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center OR Pev’s (Aldie location)

Campers learn snap shooting, breakouts, bunker movements, game communication, how

to develop game strategy, and more. Professional paintball players will be at each camp

to coach, give examples and share stories of their experience. Participants MUST use

the standard rental equipment, which is available at no extra cost. Personal equipment is

not permitted. Paintball mask is required and is available at the fi eld if participant does

not have one. Unlimited air fi lls are included. Camp price includes 2 cases of paint for the

prices of one!! Pizza and drink included each day as well. Campers should bring tennis

shoes, lunch, snacks, a water bottle, and sunscreen. Camp held rain or shine.

**Transportation PROVIDED to PEV’s Paintball –

Campers must arrive at the Freedom Center

by 8:30am to utilize transportation.

Campers will return by 5:00pm.

**6:30am-6:30pm before/after care included in price.

Mountain Biking (Ages 10-15)

Week 4 8:00 am – 5:00 pm $485


Northern Virginia has some of the best urban mountain biking trails around! Join the staff

of Virginia Outside and Freedom Center Counselors for daily instruction, trail rides, and lots

of fun. Campers will develop beginner and intermediate mountain biking skills including:

steering, shifting, hill climbing and descending, log hopping, dodging obstacles, etiquette,

maintenance, safety and more. Campers ride in the morning, have a midday activity with

time to cool down then get back on the bikes in the afternoon. Bikes and helmets can be

provided by Virginia Outside; however, campers are encouraged to bring their own that

they are comfortable riding. Campers will have the option to leave their bikes safely with

the instructor each night. Campers should bring a lunch, snacks, a water bottle, swimwear,

and sunscreen each day. A bike lock is required if camper brings their own bike.

Transportation to the offsite locations will be

leaving promptly at 8:00 am each camp morning.

For more information on Virginia Outside, visit http://virginiaoutside.com.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







through the process



during these hours.





Adventure Camps

Waiver required!

for Adventure Camps

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Intermediate/Advanced Paintball Camp (Ages 10-15)

Week 8 9:30 am – 4:00 pm $465

Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center OR Pev’s (Aldie location)

**Prerequisite: Must have attended Beginner Camp within the last three years or

experience at another program

Campers take their skills to the next level of competitive paintball play by learning to play

different game formats such as NPPL 7 Man Tournament Play and PSP 5 Man X-Ball Tournament

Play. Participants will learn the three main segments of game play; 1) The Breakout, 2)

Controlling the Game, and 3) Closing the Game. Campers will be learn pre-game strategies such

as “walking the fi eld” which is one of most critical components to establishing team strategy.

Participants will also learn advanced techniques and strategies, such as establishing sweet spots

and shooting lanes, bunker movement, and strategies for making a “push”. On the fi nal day,

participants will play tournament style games to simulate a tournament. Participants may bring

their own equipment or use standard rental equipment, which is available at no extra cost. Camp

price includes 2 cases of paint for the prices of one!! Pizza and drink included each day as well.

Campers should bring tennis shoes, lunch, snacks, a water bottle, and sunscreen. Camp held

rain or shine.

**Transportation PROVIDED to PEV’s Paintball – Campers must arrive at the Freedom

Center by 8:30am to utilize transportation. Campers will return by 5:00pm.


Pee Wee Paintball Camp (Ages 7-9)



Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Full Day: Freedom Center OR Pev’s (Aldie location)

Partial Day: PEV’s Paintball Park (Aldie location)

Pev’s “PeeWee” Paintball camp is designed for campers to enjoy all the high-energy action of paintball but with gentler features for

young kids. Campers can enjoy forts, towers, and caves all while strategizing, dodging and blasting their opponents with paint. Campers

will uses specially designed JT Splatmaster™ paintball equipment for younger children.

Game rules are modifi ed to accommodate younger children and allow them to enjoy the excitement of paintball. Campers should bring

tennis shoes, lunch, snacks a water bottle and sunscreen. Camp price includes paint. Full day campers will return to the Freedom Center

for swimming, sports and recreational activities! Transportation is included in Pee Wee Camp for FULL DAY campers. Full day participants

must be at Freedom Center by 8:10am to utilize transportation. Camp held rain or shine.


“I loved that my kidsLOVED the paintball camp.

This is the ONLY camp that my kids want more of, that they look

forward to, that they get up early to prepare for and are filled with excitement about the days events

when I pick them up. “

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Leading EDGE Camp (Ages 11-15)

Week 2 or 7 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $285


Climb and leap to new heights this summer

at The EDGE. As you and fellow adventurers

tackle all the challenges the course has to

offer, you’ll form friendships, grow as leaders,

develop outdoor recreation skills, and have tons

of fun. Some of the activities that campers

may participate in include balancing the tilting

Whale Watch, navigating the Blind Maze,

climbing the Alpine Tower, and leaping off the

Power Pole. As individuals, you can push to

your best limits and as a group you can build

a terrifi c team to overcome all the obstacles

thrown your way.

Throughout the week, everyone will

have the chance to contribute to a

community oriented team service

project, and toward the end of

camp, we’ll enjoy an action packed

day on the Total Team Challenge.

The types of activities and time

on them may vary according to

the weather and groups progress,

however, campers should bring

with them closed toed and closed

heeled shoes, a lunch, snacks,

a refi llable water bottle, and sun

screen each day. Swimwear

is also required everyday, as

campers will have swim time

at the Freedom Center pool or

will participate in outdoor water

activities.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







through the process



during these hours.





Adventure Camps

Waiver required!

for Adventure Camps

ALL campers should bring snacks, water bottle, sunscreen, athletic shoes daily and

a parent signed risk form for the EDGE. Full Day campers should also pack lunch,


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Natural Adventures Camp (Ages 11-15)



This camp will give you the chance to do exciting activities like canoeing, rock

climbing, and hiking. Campers will spend the fi rst day on the EDGE challenge

course, and the rest of the week rock climbing at Great Falls National Park, hiking

in the Shenandoah National Park, and canoeing. You will learn adventure skills

and have hands-on experiences with the natural environment along the way. A

certifi ed instructor will lead technical activity fi eld trips, as quality and safety are

important for these exciting adventures.

Campers need to bring lunch and snacks for the long days to give them enough

fuel and energy, a large water bottle to carry with them, and sunscreen for

each day. Swimwear is also advised, as most days will have swim time at the

Freedom Center pool or they will be getting wet on their offsite trips. Bringing an

extra change of clothes may also be recommended throughout the week. Some

activities and locations may change slightly depending on very hot or stormy

weather and other factors, but campers should expect to have fun rain or shine!

Please wear close-toed and close-heeled shoes and appropriated clothing. All

trip fees are included in camp price. A weekly schedule will be available in

advance of camp start date.

Transportation to the offsite locations will be leaving promptly at 8:30 am

each camp morning. Campers are transported in mini vans.

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Junior Nature Camp (Ages 6-9)

Week 1, 6 or 10 Full Day 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $240



The EDGE Nature Camp offers a half-day program for campers to experiences nature hands on the

Piedmont Trail right outside the Freedom Center’s backdoor. Mason’s Campus has 10 acres of beautiful

green space with a trail that winds through forest, wetlands, and grassland, providing the perfect setting

for growing minds to explore, get their hands dirt, and learn about nature. In addition, campers will have

a guest speaker from the Keep Prince William Beautiful organization to share with them special hands-

on and sensory activities. Their time will be fi lled with stories, nature walks, games, and full-sensory

immersion in the natural world. The types of activities and time on them may vary according to the weather

and groups progress, however, campers should bring with them closed toed and closed heeled shoes, a

lunch, snacks, a refi llable water bottle, swimwear, and sun screen each day.

Full day campers will spend the morning session outdoors with the

Nature Camp experts. At 12:30pm, campers will continue their day

with swimming, recreational games and crafts!

“Our camper had a fantastic time at Great Falls this week. It was

a great confidence booster too!”

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Nature Camp (Ages 10-13)

Week 1, 6 or 10 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $285


The EDGE Nature Camp offers a full day program for campers to experiences more in-

depth hands on activities with nature right outside the Freedom Center’s Backdoor and

George Mason’s Campus. George Mason’s campus has 10 acres of beautiful green space

with a trail that winds through forest, wetlands, a pond, and grasslands which provides

the perfect setting for growing minds to explore, get their hands dirt, learn about nature.

Campers will help with wildlife surveys and ecology biodiversity projects. Additionally,

campers will be able to experience parts of the challenge course where they will need to

work together to overcome challenges together as a team. In addition, campers will have

a guest speaker from the Keep Prince William Beautiful organization to share with them

special hands-on and sensory activities. The types of activities and time on them may vary

according to the weather and groups progress, however, campers should bring with them

closed toed and closed heeled shoes, a lunch, snacks, a refi llable water bottle, and sun

screen each day. Swimwear is also advised as most days campers will have swim time at

the Freedom Center pool.

Rock Climbing Camp (Ages 10-15)

Week 1, 4 or 9 8:00 am – 5:00 pm $425


Learn how to climb both at The EDGE and outdoors!

Campers will spend their fi rst day of camp learning the

basics of safety, equipment and technique. The rest of

the week will be spent outdoors, weather permitting. This

camp only introduces campers to the sport as I will teach

them decision making skills and problem solving through

the physical and mental challenges of climbing. All trips

will be led by qualifi ed instructors, as quality and safety are

important for this exciting adventure. The instructor holds

their Top Ropes Manager certifi cation from Earth Treks, Inc.

Campers need to bring a lunch, snacks, a water bottle, sunscreen and appropriate clothing

each day such as close-toed shoes. Based on weather, the camp may visit SportRock

Climbing Center, one of the area’s largest indoor climbing gym in Sterling, Virginia as

an alternative to Great Falls National Park. Transportation to the offsite locations will be

leaving promptly at 8:15 am each camp morning. Swimwear is also advised, as some days

campers will have swim time

at the Freedom Center pool

when they return from their

climbing trip.

Transportation to the

offsite locations will be

leaving promptly at 8:15

am each camp morning.

Campers are transported in

mini vans.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







through the process



during these hours.





Adventure Camps

Waiver required!

for Adventure Camps

“Seeing my childexcited about trying new

climbs, so much so that she wanted to buy specific

equipment for the sport and seek out more opportunities to participate beyond the camp.”

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I was pleased to see that he was able to get exposure and participate in activities which

he normally would not have been able to do. You kept him

interested - which is especially hard to do at this age.

NEW!! Freedom Wanderers Survival Camp (Ages 11-14)

Week 5 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $450


Set your kid’s imagination and adventurous spirits free as they learn about the natural

environment and the important skills of survival. No matter what your child’s background

is, from never having camped before, to the most experienced nature enthusiast, they’ll

have a BLAST at this camp. Campers will be able to practice the art of self-reliance and

service to others by tackling the challenge course, climbing Alpine Tower, leaping off of

the Power Pole, learning how to build shelters, cleaning water, fi re making and fi re safety,

planning and preparing food for their overnight camping trip at Bull Run Regional Park in

Centreville and rock climbing and hiking at Great Falls. In addition, campers will be able to

earn their American Red Cross CPR for Adults/Child and Fist Aid certifi cation (must attend

all class hours & pass tests). Campers need to bring lunch and snacks for the long days to

give them enough fuel and energy, a large water bottle to carry with them, and sunscreen

for each day. Swimwear is also advised, as most days will have swim time at the Freedom

Center pool. Some activities and locations may change slightly depending on very hot or

stormy weather and other factors, but campers should expect to have great fun each day!

Please wear close-toed and close-heeled shoes and appropriated clothing. All trip fees are included in camp price. A weekly schedule

will be available in advance of camp start date, which will include what other items campers will need to bring with them and more

details about the overnight adventure. We will provide all outdoor gear for camping night.

NEW!! Girls on Fire Leadership Camp (Ages 11-14)

Week 6 8:30 am – 4:30 pm $310


The EDGE’s Girls on Fire Leadership Camp is a girls only leadership camp that teaches

girls the skills to know who they are, what they believe, and how to express it, empowering

them to create change in their world. They will be working on team development through

The EDGE challenge course, climb the Alpine Tower, learning more about environmental awareness through

various outdoor activities, visit Great Falls National Park to rock climb and hike, and more. Campers will be journaling

and refl ecting on their experiences and working on a service project throughout the week. In addition, we are excited to introduce our

guest speaker, Dr. Jacqueline Mcdowell, an Assistant Professor at George Mason University whose passion and work is in empowering

women through recreation and sport. The types of activities and time on them may vary according to the weather and groups

progress, however, campers should bring with them closed toed and closed heeled shoes, a lunch, snacks, a refi llable water bottle,

swimwear, and sunscreen each day.

Special Camp T-shirt included!

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Arts &Education Camps

American Red Cross Babysitting Course (Ages 11-15)

Week 2, 4, 5 or 6 Full Day 8:30 am – 4:00 pm $280



The American Red Cross Babysitter Training course

gives 11-15 year olds the skills and confi dence to

be great babysitters. They learn how to: care for

children and infants, be good role models, make

good decisions, handle emergencies and many

other important skills. Participants will receive CPR

for infant and child certifi cation with successful

completion of the test at the end of the week.

Attendance is REQUIRED from 8:30am-1:30pm

Monday-Friday in order to be eligible for certifi cation.

There are no makeup dates. Participants must past a

written and practical test to receive the certifi cation.

Campers should bring a water bottle, snacks and a lunch. Full day campers should also

bring a swim suit and towel. Full day campers will enjoy an afternoon of swimming, crafts

and recreational activities following the morning classroom session.

Kinder Chef Cooking Camp (Ages 4-6)

Week 5 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm $130

Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Preschool Room

Campers will prepare age appropriate recipes with a few twists thrown in! Under careful

supervision, campers use toaster ovens, electric fry pans, hot plates, and other small

kitchen appliances to prepare these recipes. There will be many different foods used.

Please come with an appetite and a willingness to try something new. Campers will have

the opportunity to decorate their own unique apron to take home at the end of the week!

Copies of recipes will be given to the campers at the end of the week.

Creative Cuisine Cooking Camp (Ages 7-13)Let’s Do Lunch!

Week 2 (Ages 7-9) Week 8 (Ages 10-13)

Full Day 9:00 am-4:00 pm $280

Partial Day 10:00am-1:00pm $165


Partial Day: Freedom Center Preschool Room

Campers will prepare age appropriate recipes with a few twists thrown in! Under careful

supervision, campers use toaster ovens, electric fry pans, hot plates, and other small

kitchen appliances to prepare these recipes. There will be many different foods used.

Please come with an appetite and a willingness to try something new. Ages 7-9 Campers

will have the opportunity to decorate

their own unique apron to take home

at the end of the week! Copies of

recipes will be given to the campers at

the end of the week.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







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Cooking Camp - Sweet Treats (Ages 6-12)

Week 1 3:00-4:30 $120


Here is a great camp for those always looking for something to snack on. Campers will prepare several

delicious and some nutritious treats and snacks. Campers will have the opportunity to decorate their own

unique apron to take home at the end of the week! Copies of recipes will be given to the campers at the

end of the week

Lights, Camera, Action! Drama Camp (Ages 5-8)

Week 8 AND 9 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $450


Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Studio

“The instructor was great and my daughter loved the performance at the end of the week. The counselors were really engaged and seem to love their jobs.”

This two week camp engages your child’s imagination while helping to increase

their intuitive skills, creativity and sense of self awareness. Campers must

register for both weeks. Participants learn fundamental auditioning skills, set

design, acting, costuming, dance, timing, voice projection, and more. Campers

present a play for family and friends on the last day of this two week camp. **5

year olds must have completed Kindergarten.**

Senior Drama Camp (Ages 9-13)



Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Studio

This one week camp engages your child’s imagination while helping to increase their intuitive skills, creativity and sense of self

awareness. Participants learn fundamental auditioning skills, set design, acting, costuming, dance, timing, voice projection, and more.

Campers present a play for family and friends on Friday of each camp week.

Full day campers will participate in recreational activities and crafts for the morning session. Campers will also have the opportunity to

swim in the pool throughout the week. Campers will have lunch prior to going to the afternoon session of camp.

Science Camp (Ages 6-12)

Ages 6-8



Ages 9-12


Partial Day 8:45 am –11:45 am $125


Partial Day: Freedom Center Preschool Room

Discover a magical world during this hands-on camp that explores the three major scientifi c

fi elds: physical, chemical and biological through various experiments and activities. All campers

should bring a snack and water bottle each day. Full day campers will enjoy an afternoon of

lunch, swimming and other recreational and art activities.

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Dance Camps

Dance Camp (Ages 5-13)This camp provides youngsters with a positive and lively

approach to jazz and ballet, with a little bit of lyrical dance

and hip hop for more fun. Campers learn and assist in

choreographing age appropriate routines to be performed at the

end of the camp session. Participants also enjoy related arts

and crafts, music activities, and more. Students should wear

leotards, tights, and ballet or jazz shoes.

Ages 5-8 - Week 4 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240




**5 year olds must have completed Kindergarten for FULL DAY option**

Ages 9-13 - Week 6 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240


Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Lobby & Studio

Hip Hop Camp (Ages 9-15)Week 7 Full Day 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $240




This camp gives step-by step instructions to learning basic, age-appropriate, hip hop dance

moves to all the latest music. By the end of the week, your camper will have learned an

entire dance routine that can be performed to any hip hop song! If enrolled in the full day

option, the camp day will include lunch, swimming and crafts, sports and recreational

activities.

The structured Hip Hop program will run from 1:00-4:00 for full and partial day campers.

NEW!! Scottish Highland Dance Camp (Ages 6-13)This beginner camp provides an introduction to the ancient art of

Scottish Highland dancing. Campers will learn foot positions, arm

positions and basic movements as they progress through the BATD

(British Association of Teachers of Dancing) syllabus. Dancers will

learn the dance Pas de Basque, which is the precursor to the Sword

Dance. On Friday, participants will have the opportunity to showcase

their skills for parents and friends. Participants will also enjoy related

arts and crafts, music activities, and more. Campers should wear

leotard, light colored knee socks (no tights) and hair pulled off face

in a ponytail or bun. Dance shorts or skirts may be worn. Students

may dance barefoot at fi rst or wear ballet shoes they already own but

proper highland ghillies can be purchased. (We suggest checking with

instructor before purchasing).





Performance for

parents on Friday

of each camp week.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







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Beginner (Ages 3-5)

Week 3 9:00 am – 9:55 am $50 (No camp July 4)

Week 9 12:05 pm – 1:00 pm $60

Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Community Room

This camp introduces children to basic strength and tumbling skills, along with coordination skills on balance beam, bar and

trampoline. Campers need to wear appropriate clothing (no jeans), bring a water bottle and have hair tied back.

Beginner (Ages 6-9)






Partial Day: Freedom Center Community Room

This camp introduces children to basic strength and tumbling skills, conditioning, along with coordination skills on balance beam,

bar and trampoline. Campers need to wear appropriate clothing (no jeans), bring a water bottle and have hair tied back.

Beginner/Intermediate (Ages 6-12)




Partial Day: Freedom Center Community Room

This camp continues work and brings gymnasts to the next level on basic strength and tumbling skills, conditioning, along with

coordination skills on balance beam, bar and trampoline. *Prerequisite* - Camper must be able complete a cartwheel and bridge.

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NEW!! Zumba® Kids (Ages 7-11)

Perfect for our younger Zumba® fans! Campers get the chance to be active and jam out to their favorite music. Zumba® Kids classes

feature kid-friendly routines based on original Zumba® choreography. We break down the steps, add games, activities and cultural

exploration elements into the class structure. Campers will also have the opportunity to enjoy related arts, crafts, music activities and

more! The structured Zumba® Kids portion of the full day camp will be from 1:00-3:00pm.





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Just for Little Ones

Little Hoops Basketball Camp (Ages 3-5)

Week 4 11:00 am – 11:50 pm $60

Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Gymnasium

Sign up your next Michael Jordan! This camp teaches beginning basketball skills and

provides a basic understanding of the game rules. Also promotes physical fi tness and

increases coordination and motor skill development. Participants should bring a water

bottle and tennis shoes.

Sports Mix Camp (Ages 3-5)

Week 3 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm $50 (No camp July 4)

Week 8 11:00 am – 11:50 am $60

Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Gymnasium

Can’t pick just one? Introduce your child to all their favorite sports! This camp

encompasses the basics of basketball, soccer, t-ball, fl oor hockey, football and more.

Participants should bring a water bottle and tennis shoes.

Camp Freedom for Preschoolers (Ages 3 -5)

Weeks 1, 5, 7, 9 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $120



Each week preschoolers explore a different theme through a variety of related activities,

games, arts and crafts, music and movement. Campers should bring a snack each day.

Children must be at least 3 years of age by the camp start date, able to separate from

parent, and fully potty trained.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







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Add on more camp fun!Extended Camp Freedom for Preschoolers (Age 3-5)

Weeks 1, 5, 7, 9 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm $54


In order to attend, children must be enrolled in

Camp Freedom for Preschoolers in the morning.

Campers will spend the extended day eating lunch and participating in a variety of

activities that complement the theme of the camp. Children need to bring a lunch and

wear sneakers each day.

Themes:Week 1 Our Favorite Author-Robert Munsch

Week 3 Fairy Tales, Folk Tales and Tall Tales

Week 5 Colors Galore

Week 7 Pirates

Week 9 Olympics At Rio

“I loved knowingmy son is learning through the

summer. The preschool and extended care programs are

making the transition to all day classes in kindergarten

much easier!”

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Join the Freedom Center as we

combine engineering fun with

recreation! Campers may choose

the full or partial day option for

Engineering for Kids Camp. Full

day campers will enjoy time in

the engineering world as well as

a morning or afternoon session of

lunch, recreational games, fi tness

activities and swim time!

Engineering for Kids - Junior Engineering Olympiad (Ages 5-7)




Partial Day: Freedom Center Classroom 214

Who has the strength to be a world-class athlete? In this camp, students will

separate into counties and will compete against opposing counties in various tests of

mental and creative strength. The students will earn “medals” throughout the week and will

endeavour to become the next great team of Olympians.

Engineering for Kids – Apprentice Engineering Olympiad (Ages 8-12)





The Engineering Olympiad camp offers a blend of engineering and mental strength, where

students explore the fi elds of mechanical engineering, marine engineering, electrical

engineering, and civil engineering as they participate in various challenges to strengthen

their minds.

Engineering for Kids - Junior Scratch Programming (Ages 5-7)





What’s more fun than playing an interactive video game? Writing one! In our

Junior Scratch camp, students embark on fun journey with Scratch! It will open the door

to the world of programming in a logical way. Just as any student can be an engineer, any

student can program!

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Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







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Please note: ENGINEERING FULL DAY CAMPERS

Campers, ages 5-7, will begin the day with engineering activities from 9:00am-12:00pm.

They will end the day with lunch, swimming and recreational activities.

Campers, ages 8-12, will begin the day with recreational activities, swimming and lunch.

The afternoon, 12:00pm-4:00pm, will be an afternoon of engineering activities.

Engineering for Kids - Apprentice Robotics: Robo Battles (Ages 8-12)





This Robotics: Robo Battles camp is designed to introduce students to the world of not only

building, but also programming basic robots. Throughout this camp, the students will explore

different ways in which a robot could be utilized to engage in various battle challenges.

Engineering for Kids - Junior Engineering of Pirates (Ages 5-7)





Arg Matey! Come join Kelvin’s crew as we sail the ocean blue searching for buried treasure.

Join us as students build their very own pirate ship, go fi shing for treasure, and work together in Kelvin’s crew to create a delicious treat

that is more precious than gold.

Engineering for Kids - Apprentice Sail the Seas (Ages 8–12)





Avast, me maties! Jump on board and join the crew to work together to explore the every-day engineering challenges that pirates were

once faced with. During this week, students will explore the ideas of buoyancy and surface area as they design their pirate ships, the

sails for their ships, and a system to retrieve sunken treasures! So what do you say; Are ye’ ready to sail the seas?

Engineering for Kids - Junior Robotics - WEDO: Amazing Mechanism (Ages 5-7)





This camp is a perfect mixture of fun and learning, using LEGO® WeDo™ Robots. Using

LEGO® bricks, where students explore levers, pulley and gears, as they build and program

dancing birds, spinner and kicker, among others.

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Engineering for Kids - Apprentice Electronic Game Design: Invader Defense (Ages 8-12)





During the Electronic Game Design: Invader Defense camp, students will use Multimedia

Fusion 2® to create their own video game. Whether students wish to fi re marsh-mallows

or missiles, they build a complete video game from start to fi nish. They program

characters to survive a wave of enemy attacks in order to reach the next level. At the end

of the class, students take home a copy of the game they create.

Engineering for Kids - Junior Robotics- WEDO: Adventure Stories (Ages 5-7)





This camp is a perfect mixture of fun and learning, using LEGO® WeDo™ Robots. Using

LEGO® bricks, students build an airplane rescue, a giant escape, and a sailboat storm.

They also learn how to program and operate their creations using a laptop computer.

Engineering for Kids - Apprentice Electronic Game Design: Kodu Kart Racing (Ages 8–12)





Race to the fi nish and create your own racing game in Microsoft’s Kodu gaming

environment. From terrain design to enemy selection, students are placed at the wheel

and given full control to design their own video game while exploring the foundations of

coding. Kick your creativity in gear with Kodu Kart Racing.

Engineering for Kids - Junior Engineering of Cities (Ages 5-7)





Put on your hard hats engineers and join us for our The Engineering of Cities! In this

camp, students work hard to apply their knowledge of construction to save the beach

from erosion and build their very own city from the ground up. From roads and tunnels to

buildings and skyscrapers, students discover that no job’s too tough for an Engineering

for Kids engineer!

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







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Engineering for Kids - Apprentice Engineering of Cities (Ages 8-12)





In The Engineering of Cities, students will take up the role of a team of city planners,

looking to design the best city in the world from the ground up. Campers will explore

different facets of engineer and learn about energy production, building structures and

water fi ltration, among others.

Please note: ENGINEERING FULL DAY CAMPERS

Campers, ages 5-7, will begin the day with engineering activities from 9:00am-12:00pm.

They will end the day with lunch, swimming and recreational activities.

Campers, ages 8-12, will begin the day with recreational activities, swimming and lunch.

The afternoon, 12:00pm-4:00pm, will be an afternoon of engineering activities.

“I love knowing I was able to drop my child off and know they were being taken care of. Loved seeing familiar counselor faces from past

years. It was obvious that it was well organized. She enjoyed the camp-

never came home with a complaint. Thank you!”

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Mason Game & Technology Academy - Game Design, Creation & Entrepreneurship (Ages 9-12)


Location Drop Off & Pick Up –Freedom Center Classroom 214

The journey begins here for those

who are interested in the exciting

world of Computer Game Design.

In this class, taught by upper level

Mason Computer Game Design

students, participants will learn the

fundamentals of game design, rules,

and game mechanics, with hands-on

experience using current game engine

tools. Additionally, students will be

encouraged to work together in an

interactive environment with other kids of similar interests to examine and learn about

current game studios, explore forming their own game company, and design their company

mission, market, and logos. Students will experience the roles of producer, programmer,

designer, and artist, and be provided an insider’s look at the Computer Game Design

industry. Each company will present their game to their peers during the fi nal class.

Mason Game & Technology Academy - Minecraft Modding: Beginner & Intermediate (Ages 9-12)


Location Drop Off & Pick Up – Freedom Center Classroom 214

One of our most popular courses! In this

class, taught by upper level Mason Computer

Game Design students, beginners will learn

to create mods immediately, and share them

with friends. Advanced students will be able to

take their modding to new levels: Learning the

fundamentals of modding with Java. This course

is designed to teach students how to modify,

customize, and add their very own mods to the

popular game Minecraft. Beginners will learn to

use a fun and engaging program used to make

modding Minecraft as simple and elegant as

possible. Intermediate modders explore deeper

into the world of Minecraft modding through an

introduction to the Java programming language.

Summer 2016



Week 1: June 20-24


Week 3: July 5-8

(No camp on 7/4)

Week 4: July 11-15

Week 5: July 18-22

Week 6: July 25-29

Week 7: August 1-5

Week 8: August 8-12







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*IMPORTANT: Participants are expected to already have their own Minecraft accounts for COMPUTERS (not tablet or XBox) – with a login and password!

Code Red or Rainy Summer Days are not a problem; take it indoors without losing a step with our 110,000 sq. ft. facility and pool!

Required on file prior to June 1:• Camper Emergency Information Form

• Medicine Administration Form if ANY type of medicine is

required while at camp

• Required waivers for specifi c camp programs

• Camp Freedom & Recreation with Motion Campers -

Birth Certifi cate, Physical & Immunization Records

Did you know? If a camper is an active Freedom Center member he/she will receive a 10% discount off of camp programs!

Questions? Email the Camp Director at [email protected]

The “Freedom” to customize your camp experience. We offer traditional to extreme

and everything in between!

Program Registrationwww.freedom-center.com

703.993.8513

10900 University BoulevardManassas, VA 20110

703.993.8444

Any questions?!

Email us! [email protected]

NEW in 2016! Camp Open HouseSunday, May 22 • 3:00-5:00pm

Sunday, June 5 • 3:00-5:00pm

• Facility tours

• Meet the staff

• Turn in required paperwork

• Pick up or purchase camp tshirts

2016 summer camp magazine (pdf)

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