SUMMER FUN
AT SKATEYOGI
STARTS ON
JUNE 19, 2017!
SKATEYOGI
SUMMER CAMP
2017 CATALOG
WEEKLY CAMPS FROM 6/19 – 8/18.
FOR GRADES K – 5. 8:30AM – 3:30PM.
EXTENDED DAY AVAILABLE.
GREETINGS FROM
OUR FOUNDER
Dear Friends,
Thank you so much for your interest in SKATEYOGI Summer Camp.
SKATEYOGI was born in 2013 when I was inspired to teach a
skateboarding class to adult beginners at a yoga studio (hence the
name). We are delighted to now have our very own space in the
heart of Brooklyn at 140 Empire Blvd (between Franklin & Bedford
Aves) just a few minutes from Prospect Park.
Our air-conditioned indoor skate facility is fully equipped with
movable ramps and obstacles as well as skateboards, safety gear
and helmets for complimentary use by our students. The attached
skate shop doubles as a learning laboratory during our afterschool
and camp programs.
Everyone here at SKATEYOGI is looking forward to skating and
learning with you soon!
Namaskate!
Kevin F Banahan
Founder/Executive Director
[email protected]
SKATEYOGI’S
CORE PRINCIPLES
1. HIGH FIVE!
SKATEYOGI starts and ends
our class with high fives to
show each other’s respect and
celebrate the moment we got
to share – influenced by a zen
concept known as Ichi-go
Ichi-e: “Treasure every encounter, for it will never recur.”
2. CHECK
YOUR EGO AT
THE DOOR.
SKATEYOGI offers an ego-free
zone for all our students
regardless of their levels.
4. IT’S NEVER TOO
LATE TO LEARN
SOMETHING NEW.
SKATEYOGI believes that there is
no such thing as being too old
for something, certainly not for
skateboarding.
5. NAMASKATE!
Namaste is a phrase/gesture
of pure compassion and
recognition: that we bow to
the true self inside each one of
us. SKATEYOGI encourages
skateboarders to be respectful
and thankful to each other and
the surrounding community.
SKATEYOGI SUMMER
CAMP OFFERS:
•4
:1 STUDENT TO
TEACHER RATIO
3. HAVE FUN!
BE CREATIVE!
SKATEYOGI encourages our
students to think up something
fun and break the rules. It’s all
skateboarding!
•W
EEKLY FIELD TRIPS TO
SKATE PARKS IN NYC
• MESSAGE
WITH PHOTOS SENT
DAILY TO PARENTS
SAMPLE DAY
8:30-9AM
DROP-OFF/GREETINGS
Once you get to SKATEYOGI,
it’s time to get padded up so
you can get ready for the day
of skateboarding!
9–9:15AM
MORNING CIRCLE
We talk about what we will learn
and once we give each other high
fives, it’s time to leave for our
outdoor session in the park!
9:15-12PM
SKATE SESSION IN
PROSPECT PARK &
OUTDOOR LUNCH
(WEATHER PERMITTING)
We bring all our gear and lunch
to Prospect Park and skate in
shaded areas. Around 11:30am,
we take a break in the grass to
eat lunch and relax.
1:45–2:45PM
CHOICE TIME/
OPEN SKATE SESH
Campers can continue their lab
work or choose from a number of
skate related projects in the shop.
Or, hit the indoor skate space
for an afternoon session.
2:45–3PM
SKATEYOGI THEATER
We dim the lights and watch
cool skate videos projected on
the big screen to get inspiration
for the next day!
12:30-1:45PM
SKATEYOGI LAB
We return to SKATEYOGI to cool
off in the air conditioning and
work on hands-on lab projects
based on the weekly theme
learning about the science/
technology/engineering/math
of skateboarding through
interdisciplinary project modules.
3–3:30PM
CLOSING CIRCLE/PICK UP
SKATEYOGI LAB
WEEKLY THEMES
WEEK 5: JULY 17 – 21, 2017
GO WITH THE FLOW
DURING SKATEYOGI LAB (12:30 – 1:45PM) EACH WEEK, WE WILL
EXPLORE STEM CONCEPTS APPLIED
TO SKATEBOARDING THROUGH
INTERDISCIPLINARY PROJECTS.
Skatepark Design
Covering the process from site selection,
obstacle layout and building materials,
campers will learn how to design parks
that flow with runs for skaters of
different abilities. Using SKATEYOGI as
a modular park. we will get a chance to
put these concepts into action.
WEEK 1: JUNE 19 – 23, 2017
WEEK 6: JULY 24 – 28, 2017
Skateboard Assembly & Maintenance
Learn the nuts and bolts of a skateboard
as we independently assemble the
wheels, bearings, trucks and mounting
hardware. Routine maintenance activities
will also be presented to keep their
skateboards in good riding condition.
Experimental Skateboard Design
Starting with the history of skateboard
design over the last 50 years, we will
deconstruct the “correct” configuration
as we imagine unique and wacky
setups.Together we will build some
experimental boards and have fun
testing our creations.
TUNE IT UP!
WEEK 2: JUNE 26 – 30, 2017
WOODEN WAVES
WILL IT SKATE?
WEEK 7: JULY 31 – AUGUST 4, 2017
Ramp Design & Construction
Starting with some plywood and 2x4s,
we will work together to design and
build a ramp together. Project phases
will include schematic design,
construction drawings, measuring,
cutting (teachers will do this),
assembling and of course, testing!
SCALED TO SHRED
WEEK 3: JULY 5 – 7, 2017 (3 DAYS)
WEEK 8: AUGUST 7 – 11, 2017
Model Halfpipe Assembly
For this three-day week, each camper
will receive a Boundless Brooklyn model
half pipe kit to put together and
decorate during lab time.
DIY Obstacle Construction
Beginning with a survey of common
street obstacles, we will then explore
more elaborate modifications that
skaters build to increase the potential
of neglected city spaces. On our trips
into Prospect Park we will use found
objects to create some temporary
spots to shred!
SKATE & CREATE
WEEK 4: JULY 10 – 14, 2017
BOARD SHAPERS
Deck Shaping & Cutting
Explore all the dimensions of a
skateboard including length, width,
wheelbase, concavity and overall shape.
Each camper will receive an uncut
rectangular deck to create their own
deck shape.
Obstacle Planning & Modeling
Architects and engineers use scale
models to test their designs. Campers
will draft a 2D plan of an obstacle and
then build their own scale model. Each
camper will also receive a finger board
for use with their obstacle.
SKATE EVERYTHING!
WEEK 9: AUGUST 14 – 18, 2017
SHRED TIL IT’S DEAD
Recycling Used Skateboards
Discover all the different ways to reuse
old skateboard parts including cut down
cruisers, jewelry and furniture. Campers
will use old decks as a raw material to
create their own upcycled craft project.
TUITION
Early Bird
(Full Payment by
March 19, 2017)
$650/week
$390 for Week 3
After March 19, 2017
$695/week
$420 for Week 3
Extended Day
3:30-6pm
$150/week
SUMMER CAMP
INFO SESSION
1:45-2:30pm on Every 4th
Sunday of the month from
February–April. 2/26, 3/26
& 4/23 at SKATEYOGI, 140
Empire Blvd, Brooklyn NY.
RSVP appreciated via email:
[email protected].
CAMP DIRECTOR
Kevin Banahan
Founder/Executive Director
Kevin can’t stop skateboarding.
For over 20 years, the challenge,
creative outlet, and community
formed around skating has become
a part of him. After moving to
Brooklyn in 2005, he began
practicing yoga and found this
to be the perfect balance to his
skateboarding.
A graduate of Harvard School
of Public Health and former
professional tree hugger, Kevin
is passionate about promoting a
healthy and sustainable urban
lifestyle for kids and adults.
Through SKATEYOGI group classes,
afterschool and camp programs,
as well as skate trips all around the
world, Kevin has shared his love of
skateboarding with thousands
of students.
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
Payment
Equipment
• We accept major credit cards.
•W
e offer a 10% sibling discount for
the second child.
•C
hecks will not be accepted as a
form of payment after May 19, 2017.
Acceptable forms of payment are
credit cards and cash.
• If you are extending camp weeks
for your child after May 19, 2017,
the credit card on file will
be charged.
Campers are encouraged to bring
their own skateboard, helmet and pads
to get comfortable using their own
equipment. Toy store boards or penny
style boards are not recommended.
Helmets should be certified for
skateboarding. If campers do not
have their own gear, we offer
complimentary rental skateboards
and safety gear.
Cancellations & Changes
• If
you need to cancel your
registration by May 19, 2017, we can
issue a full refund minus a $150 per
week processing fee.
•A
fter May 19, 2017, no refunds will
be granted.
• If there are any changes regarding
your child’s attendance, please
contact us at [email protected].
Camp Weeks
Pick and choose your week(s)!
Camp Hours
Full-day camp: 8:30am–3:30pm.
Drop off from 8:30-9pm. Pick up
from 3–3:30pm.
Extended Day
Extended day is available from
3:30-6pm for $150/week.
Late Pick Up
SKATEYOGI reserves the right to
charge $25 per 10 minutes as a late
fee for picking up children
after the scheduled pick up time
(3:30pm for regular day, 6pm for
extended day).
Meals
SKATEYOGI does not provide meals.
Please pack a lunch and snacks for
your child.
Campers will receive:
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KATEYOGI Water Bottle
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SKATEYOGI Camp T-shirt
SKATEYOGI Pad Bag
Camp Notebook
A 10% discount pass on skateboard &
safety gear purchases at SKATEYOGI
How to Register
1) R
egister online at skateyogi.com/
summer-camp.
2) Register in person at SKATEYOGI,
140 Empire Blvd, Brooklyn NY.
3) Mail in the application form
(Download from skateyogi.com/
summer-camp).
Please email [email protected] if
you have any questions.
For latest information, please visit
skateyogi.com/summer-camp.
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