Y Olympics Week

We began our Y Olympics week with an explanation of what the Olympics are. The children had a little bit of an idea but not really. They were all a little young to remember much from past Olympics.

The children were split into groups and we began the "games" right away. One group began their competition while the other group was able to create their own flag. We had several quite interesting flags to be made, but all enjoyed creating their own flag to represent them. A few of the games we began with were the football toss, Frisbee throw, soccer kick, relay race, 25 yard dash, slowest starburst chewing contest, the quiet game, swimming races and many more through out the week. As the week progressed each child had a chance to win "medals".

Tuesday we went to swim at the Y and participated in a few swim races. It was just for fun and each child earned a medal for it.

Wednesday was one of our best field trips for the summer. We went to Kazoing! and the children LOVED it. They were able to practice some gymnastics by jumping on the trampoline, using the uneven bars and they also got to swing into a foam pit, run through a jumpy maze and do an obstacle course. This was a great trip for every one. Although, the counselors were a bit sad that we were unable to get on the equipment and "play" with the kiddos. I guess we are all kids at heart.

Thursday we went to swim at the Y and did some more rock wall climbing and kids club. We have some VERY strong climbers in this group. Several have been practicing all summer and done a great job working up to newer levels. Be sure to check out the schedule at the Y so you can watch your child climb. We have several nights a week it is open for about four hours.

Friday we completed our Olympic week by finishing up creating their torches and awarded medals. We had our torch ceremony along with our closing ceremonies. Each child was awarded their medal filled with Gold, Silver and "Bronze" stars to represent the games they won through out the week. The children each got to come forward to receive their medal. After they received their medals we took a walk through the campus and gym. The children came up with their own chant and midway down the hall were saying "We are, We are Awesome. . .Awesome.


I was very pleased with the children's enthusiasm to participate in the games and crafts. I hope they enjoyed the week as much as the counselors did.