This week will be a good old fashioned summer camp to allow for the counselors and new campers to get used to the hustle and bustle of summer camp. This week will have all the classics that make summer camp, including s’mores, swimming, and friendship bracelets.
Membership Rate
$240
Participant Rate
$340
This week will focus on the outdoors and how to not only have fun outside, but also how to protect the environment. This week will include fun crafts using recycled materials as well as be the first week for our new Camp Cove garden. This week will end with a special guest appearance from the Denison Pequot Nature Center
Membership Rate
$192
Participant Rate
$272
A rogue counselor has unleashed spirits upon Camp Cove turning it into the spookiest camp in Connecticut. Dress up for Halloween in July as we find clues and work together to solve the mystery of the Camp Cove ghosts. This week will be a light and playful Mystery/ghost theme with Halloween themed hijinks throughout the week.
Membership Rate
$240
Participant Rate
$340
Tribes decorate their torch and name their tribe. Then they compete to win points for their team, find secret advantages, and stay off Redemption Island.
Membership Rate
$240
Participant Rate
$340
Grab your map and your sense of adventure for this action-packed week at camp where we will have our annual big swim, as well as our gold rush day.
Membership Rate
$240
Participant Rate
$240
This week will be a blast to the past. The future as campers will dress up in the decade of their choice as we work together to get back to the present time.
Membership Rate
$240
Participant Rate
$340
It is time to represent for your Country as Camp Cove goes to the Olympics. Campers will compete in a wide array of games throughout the week to win the gold and have all the bragging rights a camper could ask for. Expect spirited costumes and high competition for this week.
Membership Rate
$240
Participant Rate
$340
Bring out the popcorn and Dels because it is time for the annual penny carnival, where kids will run and enjoy carnival games they created! Campers will work together to build a carnival game and run the stand, collecting pennies and handing out prizes to those skilled enough to beat their game
Membership Rate
$240
Participant Rate
$340
Immerse campers in an out-of-this-world experience, where they must work together to defend their camp against an alien takeover, including activities like decoding alien messages, participating in strategic “invasion” games, learning about space exploration, and even creating their own alien species through art and storytelling.
Membership Rate
$240
Participant Rate
$340
Enjoy this new favorite at Camp Cove. A fun filled week of team spirit, competitions and our color run which involves an explosion color.
Membership Rate
$240
Participant Rate
$340
Camp Cove is nestled along the shores of the Mystic River on over 20 acres. Our facilities include 120 feet of beachfront, two baseball fields, tennis courts, playground, gaga ball pit, and more! New this year is an Outdoor Amphitheater, with a capacity to seat 200 campers. This will be used as a central meeting place and outdoor classroom. The Naik Family Branch facility houses a gymnasium, Youth and Teen Center, community room, swimming pool and many other areas in case of inclement weather. Each camp group has a covered space or tent that is centrally located to serve as their home base.
Campers enjoy a variety of outdoor experiences that provide children with a creative and innovative introduction to the thrill of summer camp. Summer camp allows campers to develop independence, resiliency and a sense of self-empowerment. Our staff provides campers with a mix of activities to promote physical activity, mental creativity and an environment to build life long friendships. Our camp also includes programs designed to build character by instilling our values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
Campers will have the opportunity to participate in numerous activities including arts and crafts, swim lessons, science and nature, sports, waterfront activities and boating. Instructional swim lessons are provided daily to all Camp Cove campers, while recreational swim is provided for Specialty Camps.
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Heather is an avid gardener and poetry and fiction writer who has worked for the YMCA for 8 years. Her experience teaching the basics with great form will build a foundation for excellent results.
Works well with all ages and fitness levels while specializing in dynamic stretching and strengthening.
Landon volunteers with the Westerly Fire Dept. In his own training, Landon prioritizes the development of barbell movements paired with complimentary Isolation exercises. Landon is going to put you as the client and your goals first.
Improve strength while teaching fundamental movement patterns.
“With awareness and commitment, your goal is never out of reach.”
Jim is a US Marine Corps veteran, dog lover, and retired RI Police Officer. Jim was a defensive tactics instructor on the dive team and assisted the RI Police Academy with physical fitness assessments while on the police force. NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association) d personal trainer
Emphatic outlook towards clients with in-depth effort to ensure the most progress in each clients goals.
“If you are looking for someone that believes in the golden rule of quality service (I give the quality service that | would like to receive) then | am the coach for you”
Amy is a retired military officer and navy pilot. Amy has expertise meeting the unique training needs of women, retirees, and cancer survivors. Amy’s passionate about creating a positive, safe & motivating space where individuals can pursue their personal fitness goals
Areas of Strength: YMCA‘s “Women on Weights,” “Livestrong” programs, and is a Livestrong Coach
“Define Your Own Strong–Your Best Workout Starts Today!”
Cameron is our full-time Fitness Coordinator. While working for the YMCA for 3 years, he has become very confident in his ability to listen to and understand the needs of clients and implement the proper program. He is commended for his extensive knowledge of the fitness floor and his easy-going attitude while helping clients to meet their goals.
Connects well with all different types of clients from youth to seniors, demonstrated by his coaching of the youth/teen strength and conditioning classes, Punch Back @Parkinsons Instructor
“Believe you can and you’re halfway there.”
Ethan, a Team USA athlete and 9x world games medalist, is also Stonington’s Deputy Harbormaster. A former U.S. Naval Academy rowing captain and wilderness ranger with the National Park Service, he offers training for goals like hiking the AT, preparing for sports, military service, or marathons
Athlete-centric training, sports-specific training, advanced lifting technique and programming, breaking bad habits and pushing through plateaus.
“It’s supposed to be hard. If it were easy, everyone would do it.”
As a competitive soccer player in Mexico City, Gerardo developed a passion for lifelong wellness and total life fitness—both mentally and physically. He studied Communications and is fluent in Spanish, Italian, and English.
Body core strengthening, functional body weight training, and balance-stability focus especially for seniors
Helen is a triathlete, marathon runner, author, wife, and mother of two. As a Wellness Coach and Personal Trainer, she helps women achieve health goals across 10 life areas, offering personalized nutrition and workout plans for overall wellness.
Strength, nutrition, running, flexibility, LIVESTRONG Instructor
“Anything is possible!”
Anna has 34 years of experience in fitness and is a military spouse, has moved 17 times in 40+ years of marriage. A mother and grandmother, she’s patient and dedicated to helping clients reach their fitness goals. Friendly and approachable, she enjoys sharing healthy habits.
Strength training, women’s programs, cancer survivors, and clients with Parkinson’s. She’s a former WBFF and NPC bodybuilding competitor.
Originally from New Hampshire, Brennan is a former Division 3 basketball player with a degree in sports management. He emphasizes the importance of balancing fitness with daily life to help you thrive and feel your best at any age.
Trigger point therapy, corrective exercises, weight loss, strength training, TRX, Golf & Basketball
“It’s not just fitness, it’s a lifestyle.”
Providing support to current levels of fitness to recovering from surgery, a long bout of inactivity or looking to progress to the next level of fitness.
“My greatest joys are to help my clients discover or rediscover their personal strength, flexibility, range of motion and endurance capabilities waiting to be realized!”