Why our specialty camps?

We seek out the highest level of instructors to spend the week with our Summer Quest campers. Our dedicated counselors are also there to provide a fun and memorable camping experience. There are brand new camps this year and old favorites from years past. Be sure to check out what we have in store this year! Summer Quest programming is geared toward our older campers, and is a special way for them to engage in a different activity each week. We’ve got activities galore in this summer’s specialty week-long camps. Each day, campers will arrive at 9 a.m. and join Camp Olami for morning flag pole. At 9:30, Quest specialty programs begin and will last for three hours. At 12:30 it’s time for lunch then head off to an afternoon of fun including swimming and other specialty areas and activities. When 3:30 rolls around, it is time to settle in with a snack, and then join your Camp Olami friends for the closing flagpole, ending with pick-up at 4 pm.

All summer quest camps (Imagination and Sports) are from 9 am to 4 pm f or campers entering grades 3–6.

SUMMER QUEST GETS A MAKEOVER
Experience brand new quest options at new 2010 reduced prices! Of course, we've kept your favorite quests too.
New 2010 Fees: Premium Member (PM): $265
Community Member (CM): $280
Program Participant (PP): $295

Imagination Quest

Mad Science: Secret Agent, June 21–25

Sharpen your under-cover skills in this TOP SECRET quest. Use spy technology to listen in on secret conversations, send and retrieve top secret messages with your own Code Kit, and use a laser beam to identity voices. Build a secret safe and then attempt to defeat several security systems. Take home your own Spyglasses.

Stage Combat, June 28–July 2

This exciting camp will introduce young performers to the safety and artistry of theatrical stage combat. Working with a certified Fight Choreographer, campers will learn the ‘behind-the-scenes’ art of stage falling, giving and receiving punches, and the basics of swordplay, and will collaborate together to create originals scenes that will leave audiences gasping. All combat is stage appropriate and non-violent.

Abracadabra, July 6–9

Spend the week with a real magician. Become a master of all the tricks of the trade. Learn to stretch your imagination and transform your magic tricks into entertainment. Amaze your family and friends with the spectacular tricks you’ll learn at magic camp!

Comedy Sportz, July 12–16

Whether you want to become an improv performer or just want to have fun and learn to think on your feet, this camp is the perfect place for you. This camp will take you throughout the basics of ComedySportz-style improv – spontaneity , team work and lots of fun! Each day we’ll play different improv games, learn exercises in trust, spontaneity, scene-building, accepting and conquering fears and have a ton of fun in the process. The final day is a show for your family, starring you and your friends. Show off what you’ve learned!

Super Scrapbooking, July 19–23

Collect your pictures and mementos and come create a scrapbook to share with family and friends! Learn new and exciting techniques to creatively display and preserve your memories and treasures. Each camper will end the week with a completed scrapbook, including stickers, pictures and captions. Supplies included in the fee.

Comic Book Creations, July 26–30

Create the next hit comic book using your own made-up super heroes and crazy characters. Learn to sketch characters, create an interesting storyline, and the importance of sequencing and story-boarding. As we practice our drawing, inking, and coloring skills, we'll craft scenes using textures and colors—just like the pros. Fee includes supplies.

NEW! Get That Role! acting, improv and auditions, August 2–6

This camp is an exploration of acting, improv and auditioning. A theatre professional will teach acting through theatre games (especially improvisation), how to build a theatrical vocabulary, working with an ensemble and learning and practicing auditioning techniques for stage, film and commercials. Campers will perform a short show on the last day of camp.

Mad Science: Flight Academy, August 9–13

As a flight cadet in training, you will discover how airplanes fly. Test your airplane’s performance in a wind tunnel. Build your own model rocket. Ride the air on a Hovercraft and test your flight skills as you pilot a blimp.

Sports Quest

New! Fencing, June 21–25

Fencing is serious fun and has grown to become one of the most popular sports for children. This camp covers basic blade actions and the conduct of a fencing bout with an in-class tournament on the last day. All equipment is provided.

NFL Flag Football, June 28–July 2

This outdoor camp is designed to teach kids the basics of football including rules, throwing and receiving. Build on last summer’s skills or start from the basics. Participants in this camp will receive a reversible NFL flag football jersey to keep.

Wet n’ Wild, July 6–9

Can’t get enough of the local water parks? You bring the sunscreen and we’ll provide the fun. Make a splash as we visit awesome water parks each day. Don’t forget your swimsuit and towel for a “wet n’ wild” good time!

Ultimate Frisbee, July 12–16

A week long instructional outdoor camp held at the JCC. Learn the basics of game play and throwing techniques as well as expanding your knowledge from last year. Learn to master your forehand, backhand and hammer throws. New participants are encouraged to attend as well.

NEW! Outdoor Adventures, July 19–23

Being outside in the summertime has never been so fun! Campers will have a chance to do something different each day, from ropes course to canoeing and more! A new activity every day will keep the fun around all week!

Gymnastics, July 26–30

Cartwheels, summersaults, balance and more—join us for an exciting week as we learn all about tumbling and other gymnastics concepts. Learn from gymnastics professionals from around the Twin Cities right here in the Sabes JCC gymnasium.

NEW! Martial Arts, August 2–6

Learn how to kick, punch, block, strike and enhance your self-discipline. This great camp will also teach the basics of self-defense. Martial arts are terrific for enhancing balance and flexibility. A demonstration will be held at the end of the week for parents. No experience necessary.

Wet n’ Wild 2, August 9–13

Missed the first Wet n’ Wild week? Or did you have so much fun you’d like to join us again? You bring the sunscreen and we’ll provide the fun. Make a splash as we visit awesome water parks each day. Don’t forget your swimsuit and towel for a “wet n’ wild” good time!

Additional Programs

Camp Invention® (Entering grades 1–6)

June 14–18 at the Sabes JCC
M–F, 9 am–3:30 pm (Morning and Afternoon Care is available.)
Participate in 5 exciting, hands-on classes every day, presented by local teachers. Find out how fun STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) can be!

• Power’d™ - Learn about alternative sources of energy and build your own robotic pet.
• Hatched™ - Help rebuild a virtual world and become an entrepreneur in the avatar marketplace.
• SMArt: Science, Math & Art™ - Discover exciting and fun math concepts such as tessellations and fractals.
• I Can Invent III™ - Take apart a broken machine and see what’s inside. Younger children will create fantasy inventions, while older groups will work on a team Rube Goldberg challenge that creates a “mini-explosion”.
• Global Games™ - Explore games from ancient cultures from around the world and create your own modern versions to play!

Students participate in all 5 exciting classes each day while experimenting with physics, engineering, and creative problemsolving. Inspire a passion for science in your child!

Registration: 800.968.4332 owr here. Save $35! Register online by March 31 for only $185! In collaboration with the National Inventors Hall of Fame
Foundation and the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Minnesota Lynx and Timberwolves Camp (Entering grades 3–8)

June 14–18 & August 16–20 at the Sabes JCC
M–F, 9 am–2:30 pm (Morning and After Care is available.)

The Minnesota Lynx and Timberwolves will host their annual camps at the Sabes JCC this summer. Their combination of professional camp staff, loyal high school and college players will stress having fun and fundamentals, including games and contests, station drills and shooting instruction.

Please register through the Timberwolves organization. Information on upcoming camps can be found at www.nba.com/timberwolves/jrwolves/camps.html or you can call the Timberwolves camp hotline at 612.673.8444.

$250 (Includes a ticket, ball and t-shirt)