GirlSummer
Session 1 July 5–16
Session 2 July 19–30
Girls registering for both Session 1 and Session 2 need to submit two applications. Applications submitted online will not be processed without receipt of a $260 non-refundable deposit. Girls may choose eight classes from any of the areas as their top preferences. They will be given five classes total, which they will attend each day for two weeks.
SPORTS
Tennis
Girls receive instruction in forehand, backhand, net, approach, lob and overhead shots, and serving. Techniques used in playing singles and doubles games, scoring, and calling matches will also be included. Tennis participants must provide their own rackets, and regular sneakers must be worn.
Free Swim
Girls have the opportunity to cool off and participate in organized water games in our aquatic center under the supervision of two Red Cross certified lifeguards. Pool depth—the shallow end is 4 feet and the deep end is 12 feet. Level of beginning swimmer is required to participate; a swimming test will be administered on the first day for those enrolled in free swim. Swimmers are required to bring their own towels.
Volleyball
The girls receive instruction in fundamental volleyball skills and game strategies. Lead-up games and practice sessions will be used to develop the skills for volleyball, which are bump, set, spike, and serve.
Soccer
This is a chance to try a popular team sport. Girls will learn the basic techniques of the game while building their strength and endurance.
Basketball
Girls participate in age-appropriate games while receiving instruction in individual skills such as ball handling, shooting, and passing.
Gym Games
Come join us for organized group games! You will participate in a variety of games in the gym and outside. This is an excellent class for all ages and abilities.
ARTS
Ceramics
Explore the exciting world of ceramics through slab and coil hand-building. Girls may create a variety of kiln-fired ceramic pieces such as bowls, cups, mirrors, and wind chimes. Emphasis will be on creative imagination, technique, and design.
Basic Jewelry Making
Learn the basic techniques used in designing and crafting jewelry. Select from a large variety of beads to create your own look!
Mask Making
People have worn masks for centuries. Come look at masks of many cultures and create your own using materials such as
pâpier-mâché, plaster, and paint.
Mixed Media & Collage
This art experience will offer the chance to explore and blend various art media. A mixed-media approach will be used to allow freedom and expressiveness.
Back Strap Weaving
Used by early cultures, these simple looms are still used internationally today. Students warp and weave on a variety of looms depending upon their abilities. The students weave fabric, small mats, bookmarks, or other fun and creative items.
Tapestry Weaving
Tapestry is the time-honored technique of creating "woven
pictures." Students develop their own design and color palette
and weave one or two tapestries. Tapestry is the "queen of
the woven arts." For girls who have completed second grade and older.
Inkle Loom Weaving
Students weave bookmarks, bands, fabric trim, straps, belts, or friendship bracelets on these unique looms. Warping, color, and patterns are explored, as well as the history of this famous loom. For girls who have completed second grade and older.
4/8 Harness Loom Weaving
Students warp and weave on a variety of looms depending upon their ability. They create bags, mats, pillows, or rugs, which have a variety of colors, patterns, textures, and fibers. The prerequisite for this class is a previous class in tapestry, back strap or Inkle loom weaving at GirlSummer. For girls who have completed second grade and older.
The Bead Shop
Are you someone who loves to string beads into necklaces, bracelets, anklets, earrings, and rings? Then this is the class for you! You will choose from more than 100 colors, shapes, and sizes of beads. For girls who have completed
second grade and older.
Art Sampler
The class offers you the opportunity to showcase your creativity and have fun! We will explore various art media including drawing and stamping. We will also make simple puppets.
The Write Stuff
This is all about you! Through discussion of your thoughts and ideas, you will create while experiencing the power of writing. You will read poetry, plays, and other forms for inspiration. This class is for everyone who enjoys reading, conversation, and stories. Each of us has a story to tell. Come share yours!
COOKING
A tasty class where girls can learn new recipes for afterschool and sleepover snacks. Without the use of an oven or stove, girls will learn how to make delicious snacks on their own. The group will also compile a GirlSummer recipe book that they will bring home at the end of the session.
PERFORMANCE
Ballet
Fundamentals of classical ballet allow students to achieve proper body alignment, balance, and poise. Warm-up exercises at the barre and combinations in the center followed by traveling movements en diagonale give each student the opportunity to explore dance as an art form.
Jazz
Dance to fast-paced popular music. This class includes warmups, isolations, combinations, and across-the-floor patterns. Experience the energy of both individual and group dance.
Creative Movement
Warm-up and stretching exercises are designed to enhance natural movements and coordination. Students will share in the creative process of exploring and connecting natural rhythms and movements in response to music, ideas, and space. Some jazz and modern techniques may be incorporated in the warm-up exercises.
Stars of Tomorrow
Come experience the major elements of theater in a relaxed atmosphere! Girls will have the opportunity to express themselves using their voices and movements while participating in activities such as script-writing and improvisation. Emphasis will be placed on becoming comfortable in front of a small group.
Broadway Bound
If you are interested in musical theater, this integration of drama, song, and dance is for you! Participants will have the chance to work with familiar musical selections and scripts, rehearsing and developing a particular song to perform. Support and instruction will be provided by both drama and dance teachers.
COURSE SIGN-UP INSTRUCTIONS
Click the Register Now button below to fill out our online registration form, then mail your check or pay online using the link provided. The girls are given their schedules in the library building when they arrive on the first day. Reasonable class change requests are possible on the second day of each session. Please note in the comment section of the application one friend you would like to be placed with in the same class(es). Every effort will be made to accommodate this request; however, applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
TUITION
Sessions 1 and 2, $520 per session.
A non-refundable deposit of $260 for each two-week session must be received in order to process registration. You will receive a confirmation email once your deposit payment has been obtained. Tuition balance, health form, and authorization form are due by June 1, 2010. No exceptions will be made and no reminder will be sent. Tuition includes lunch, snack, a GirlSummer t-shirt, and all course materials.
