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A.E. Finley YMCA
9216 Baileywick Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27615
919-848-YMCA(9622)
Finley Hotline: 848-0266 ext.4 (Fax) 919-676-3373
M-F 5:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Sat. 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sun. 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Business Office Hours: (Mon. - Fri.) 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Our Mission:
To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.



Programs-Youth-Summer Day Camp


Financial Assistance

Our goal is that no one is turned away because they can't afford to pay. If you need financial assistance to participate in a YMCA program, download and complete the Financial Assistance Application below or stop by the A.E. Finley YMCA Welcome Center to pick up a copy. More...


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2010 Summer Day Camp Programs

Let’s Play! The A.E. Finley YMCA has lots of summer Day Camp options. From half-day to full-day, from preschool to teens…we have an exciting Summer Camp option for everyone!

2010 Summer Day Camp Registration

It’s not too early to think summer. Pre-registration for members is scheduled. See below for your time to register and if you are eligible for a guaranteed spot in one of Finley YMCA’s exciting summer day camps! Click More for a registration schedule.
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Registration: A $25 deposit per week for each child is due upon registration. Click More for a registration schedule.
Contact: Yo Sobha
Associate Branch Executive Director
yo.sobha@ymcatriangle.org
919-845-3842 (Direct)
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Finley Day Camp - You Fit Here!
FDC includes traditional day camp, FDCExtras, Camp Play Ball, FDC Inclusion, CILTs, and the summer portion of 4-break care for Tracking Out.  FDC is located onsite at the A.E. Finley YMCA.

Boundless energy and a wooded setting make FDC an exciting camp full of possibilities and fun! Each day is packed with outdoor activities including sports, tag, archery, slip ‘n’ slide, arts and more. Campers swim daily in the indoor pool, and Thursdays are filled with a themed adventure.

We’re thrilled that you have chosen to spend a week or more with us. For basic information and policies, click here.

Finley Day Camp is made up of smaller camps. We all enjoy camp together, with a few variations based on the group:

  • Traditional Camp, Rising K-1
  • Traditional Camp, Rising 2-5
  • FDCExtras, Rising 1-5
  • Camp Play Ball, Rising 1-6
  • CILTs, Rising 9-10
  • FDC Inclusion
  • Teen Adventures

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When: Finley Day Camp runs Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fees: Members: $149/session
Program Participants: $179/session
Contact: Finley Day Camp Office: 845-3882
Director: Randi “Rambo” Gressel (845-3847 or Randi.Gressel@ymcatriangle.org)
Assistant Directors: Tim Townsend (845-3861 or Tim.Townsend@ymcatriangle.org)
Mary Lyons "Diva" Mitchell (845-3878 or Mary.Mitchell@ymcatriangle.org)
Monica "Mon Mon" Lileton (845-3837 or Monica.Lileton@ymcatriangle.org)
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Finley Day Camp - Extras
FDCExtras operates within Finley Day Camp at the A.E. Finley YMCA.

FDCExtras allow your child to specialize in topics of his or her interest during activity periods. This is a great way to break up your summer or add to your experience weekly. All activity periods (including clinics and choices) will be focused on a specific topic, and campers will take a related field trip. Campers will still participate in assemblies, swimming and Thumpin’ Thursday with the rest of Finley Day Camp. More...


When: Finley Day Camp runs Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fees: Members: $176/week
Program Participants: $215/week

July 9-23 Cost:
Members: $204/week
Program Participants $250/week
Contact: Finley Day Camp Office: 845-3882
Director: Randi “Rambo” Gressel (845-3847 or Randi.Gressel@ymcatriangle.org)
Assistant Directors:
Tim "Meerkat" Townsend (845-3861 or Tim.Townsend@ymcatriangle.org)
Mary Lyons "Diva" Mitchell (845-3878 or Mary.Mitchell@ymcatriangle.org)
Monica "Mon Mon" Lileton (845-3837 or Monica.Lileton@ymcatriangle.org)
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Finley Day Camp Inclusion
Finley Day Camp Inclusion runs alongside Finley Day Camp at the A.E. Finley YMCA.

We feel that everyone deserves a fun-filled camp experience. Finley Day Camp has a limited number of inclusion aids available to provide children with developmental disabilities the same camp experience as their typical peers. Interested families must call Randi Gressel at 845–3847 to discuss the program prior to registering. The Inclusion Option is available for sessions 2 – 9 (June 21 – Aug. 13). More...


When: Finley Day Camp Inclusion runs Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fees: Members: $149/session
Program Participants: $179/session
Contact: Finley Day Camp Office: 845-3882
Director: Randi “Rambo” Gressel at 845-3847 or Randi.Gressel@ymcatriangle.org
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Finley Day Camp - Middle School
Rising grades 6-8
FDC's Middle School Campers are in Just for Middle Schoolers

Just for Middle Schoolers at FDC!
FDC “Camp Three” has what our middle school campers desire – favorite camp activities like swimming, sports and archery, with more free time to build friendships and relax. Our counselors provide positive role modeling, while giving campers more responsibility and independence. A weekly cookout and dance make camp even more exciting! No additional registration required. More...


When: Finley Day Camp runs Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fees: Members: $149/week
Program Participants: $179/week
Upgrade for Middle School Overnight:
Members: $21/session
Program Participants: $26/session
Contact: Finley Day Camp Office: 845-3882
Director:
Randi “Rambo” Gressel (845-3847 or Randi.Gressel@ymcatriangle.org)
Assistant Directors:
Tim Townsend (845-3861 or Tim.Townsend@ymcatriangle.org)
Mary Lyons "Diva" Mitchell (845-3878 or Mary.Mitchell@ymcatriangle.org)
Monica "Mon Mon" Lileton (845-3837 or Monica.Lileton@ymcatriangle.org)
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FDC Teen Adventures
Rising grades 6 – 10
A.E. Finley YMCA


Teen Adventures takes you out of the ordinary. These weeks are jam packed with unique experiences designed just for teens. More...


When: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Fees: Members: $176/week
Program Participants: $215/week
Contact: Finley Day Camp Office: 845-3882
Director:
Randi “Rambo” Gressel (845-3847 or Randi.Gressel@ymcatriangle.org)
Assistant Directors:
Tim Townsend (845-3861 or Tim.Townsend@ymcatriangle.org)
Mary Lyons "Diva" Mitchell (845-3878 or Mary.Mitchell@ymcatriangle.org)
Monica "Mon Mon" Lileton (845-3837 or Monica.Lileton@ymcatriangle.org)
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Camp Play Ball
Camp Play Ball is part of Finley Day Camp and serves children in rising grades 1-5.

Camp Play Ball teaches, trains and enhances sportsmanship and athletic abilities. This is the perfect combination of a traditional day camp and sport–specific development. All activity periods (including clinics and choices) will be focused on creative skill development, thrilling competition and fun. Athletes track their progress in Blue Books. Coaches have athletic experience at the high school or college level. Campers will participate in assemblies, swimming and Thumpin’ Thursdays with Finley Day Camp. More...


When: Camp Play Ball runs Monday thru Friday 7:00 am – 6:00 p.m.
Fees: Members: $176/week
Program Participants: $215/week
Contact: For more information, contact Mary Lyons Mitchell at 845-3878 or Mary.Mitchell@ymcatriangle.org.
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Kindercamp
Children ages 3 by June 15th, 2009- Rising Kindergarten
*Children must be potty-trained to attend camp.
The North Raleigh Church of the Nazarene
9200 Strickland Road
Raleigh, NC 27615

An exciting half-day camp experience full of opportunities to learn new activities and make new friends. YMCA character traits are emphasized through activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, assemblies and much more. Theme weeks will include special guests, family lunches and family fun days! More...


When: Kindercamp runs Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
Contact: Contact the Camp Director, Angela Miterko by phone at 845-3841 or by e-mail at miterkoNC@gmail.com or Adrienne Morton, Family Programs Director at Adrienne.Morton@ymcatriangle.org
For Micro Play Ball information contact Mary Lyons Mitchell at 845-3878 or Mary.Mitchell@ymcatriangle.org.
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Camp GRACE (Growth. Recognition. Achievement. Character. Encouragement.)
Children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder, ages 6-13.
A.E. Finley YMCA

Camp G.R.A.C.E. incorporates therapeutic ideals from many disciplines: therapeutic recreation, TEACCH, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Verbal Behavior, and Sensory Integration. Camp G.R.A.C.E. is not a mental health program or a treatment program. While our staff attend introductory trainings in these disciplines, we are not designed to implement therapeutic programs. Our goal is for the staff to have an understanding of these methods, and to incorporate these ideals into daily activities. More...


When: Mon. - Fri., 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Fees: Social Skills
Members: $401/sesssion
Program Participants: $451/session

Building Blocks
Members: $401/session
Program Participants: $451/session
Contact: For more information you may contact Brooke Currie, Youth Director by email at Brooke.Currie@ymcatriangle.org or by phone at 845-3883.
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Camp Blazing Trails
Children Rising grades 1-6
Junior CILTs right grades 7-8
Blue Jay Point County Park
3200 Pleasant Union Church Road
Raleigh, NC 27614

Camp Blazing Trails is a half-day environmental camp. Most of our activities revolve around giving children the opportunity to learn about nature, environmental conservation, and all the outdoors has to offer. Campers will have the opportunity to fish, hike, canoe, shoot archery, meet with a Park Ranger, and much more. We look forward to meeting you and your child at Camp Blazing Trails this summer! More...


When: Camp Blazing Trails runs Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Fees: Members: $102/week
Program Participants: $122/week

Camp Blazing Trails Junior CILTs
Members: $102/week
Program Participants: $122/week

Contact: Contact the Camp Director, Katherine "Dory" Vance, by phone at 845-3830 or by e-mail at Katherine.Vance@ymcatriangle.org
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CILT talking with a YMCA camper

CILTS (Campers In Leadership Training)
CILTs are rising 9th and 10th graders that have interviewed for this program. Volunteers must be in rising grade 11 and age 15 or older.

CILTs is a character and leadership development program for teens with experienced staff members serving as mentors. Teens will serve as role models for younger campers, participate in team building, group outings, service projects, and special events. More...


When: The CILT program takes place at Finley Day Camp in two week sessions.
Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Fees: Members: $231/session
Program Participants: $263/session

Finley Day Camp CILT Saturday:
Members: $80
Program Participants: $100

Camp G.R.A.C.E. CILTs
Members: $321/session
Program Participants $361/session
Contact: Finley Day Camp Office: 845-3882
Director:
Randi “Rambo” Gressel (845-3847 or Randi.Gressel@ymcatriangle.org)
Assistant Directors:
Tim "Meerkat" Townsend (845-3861 or Tim.Townsend@ymcatriangle.org)
Mary Lyons "Diva" Mitchell (845-3878 or Mary.Mitchell@ymcatriangle.org)
Monica "Mon Mon" Lileton (845-3837 or Monica.Lileton@ymcatriangle.org)
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