What’s Happening at Camp Moody in April 2024
Outdoor Summer Day Camp
Join us for 8 exciting weeks of day camp at YMCA Camp Moody this summer. This summer, campers will compete with their camp group for the weekly crown of Camp Champ! Your camper will immerse themselves in each week’s unique theme, enjoying their favorite Camp Moody activities and experiencing all the new activities that await!
2024 Weekly Summer Camp Themes:
June 10th – 14th Pirates of Camp Moody
Empowering Healing: The Y’s Role in Trauma Treatment Support
As we celebrate the last few days of Black History month we want to amplify Race-Based Traumatic Stress (RBTS), a mental health condition that speaks to the unique psychological and emotional distress that Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) suffer because of racism and discrimination.
These experiences can exist on a societal level like the murder of, African Americans like George Floyd. Community or local level aggressions comprise race-based traumas like teenagers being expelled from schools in your community for refusing to cut their dreadlocks.
Individual interactions, or microaggressions refer to specific experiences of racism, sexism, heterosexism, and nationalism. Examples may
Today’s Adventures, Tomorrow’s Stories!
As summer approaches, parents, guardians and children are beginning to anticipate the adventures ahead. It’s a time filled with the promise of new experiences, friendships, and stories waiting to be written. At the Greater Austin YMCA, we understand the importance of curating timeless summer experiences that lounge in our memories long after the season fades.
As the days grow longer and the sun seemingly shines brighter, we welcome our favorite time of year: summer camp season! Laughter and connection will forge lifelong friendships, and stories will be etched into childhood memories. Because of this, families have trusted us with the special
Spring Fun for Everyone: See What the Y has in Store!
With the promise of Spring on the horizon, families are eagerly anticipating the chance to venture outdoors and craft new memories through exciting adventures. Perhaps you’re searching for stimulating spring break activities to keep your little ones engaged during their well-deserved break. Or maybe you’re interested in transforming physical fitness into a fun family pursuit. You might even be excited to witness your child’s creative talents flourish. Whatever your situation, the Y offers a diverse range of programs tailored to meet the needs of every member of your family!
Mark your calendars! Registration for our Spring programs opens on February 12th
How to Keep Your 5-Year-Old Engaged and Focused
Five-year-olds are notorious for being curious and energetic. They are quickly learning about the world around them as they take everything in like little sponges. While it’s inspiring and encouraging to see your child explore their curiosity, there are times that call for them to be still and quiet.
From learning their ABCs and colors in school to behaving in a store, your child does have to take time to pause their rambunctious activity – at least for a little while. Here are some tips for keeping your five-year-old engaged and focused.
Set Aside Time to Practice Focusing on Specific Tasks
The concentration span
Oh, The Places We’ll Go…
A few years ago, I asked my mother why she never read my brother and I Dr. Seuss books when we were kids. She told me that she found the silly rhymes and strange names of the characters annoying! I was dumbfounded as those are some of the things that people love most about his books; that and Dr. Seuss’ unfailing ability to communicate complicated societal challenges like pollution (e.g. The Lorax) and messy human struggles like the desire to understand where we come from (e.g. Are You My Mother?) to children, are some of the things I love most
