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CORAL GABLES, Fla. (April 13, 2016)—Mini Canes Recreational Sports Camp at the Patti and Allan Herbert Wellness Center is still accepting campers for a limited number of available spots. Mini ’Canes Camp is open to children aged 6-12, and spaces are available in all four sessions and all age groups with the exception of 7 year olds. Registration is now open to both the University of Miami and the local Coral Gables communities.
Mini Canes ’Camp runs for four, two-week sessions beginning Monday, June 13. Parents have the option to sign their children up for any combination of sessions, depending on availability. Camp drop-off begins at 8:45 a.m. Before- and after-care are available for additional fees.
Camp Session Dates
• Session 1: June 13 – 24• Session 2: June 27 – July 8 (Closed Monday, July 4)• Session 3: July 11 – 22• Session 4: July 25 – August 5
Mini ’Canes Camp divides campers into age groups for participation in a variety of activities focusing on sports, health, and wellness. Depending on the session, basketball, kickball, flag football, soccer, and softball are among the sports offered.
“In addition to sports, campers engage in a variety of educationally focused activities each day, including wellness education, arts and crafts, cooking lessons, special events, and daily swim lessons,” said Tom Soria, director of Mini ’Canes Camp. “Not only will campers have fun this summer, they will also learn how to live a lifestyle with health, fitness, and safety in mind.”
At the end of every two-week session, camp culminates with an extravaganza performed by the campers. Parents, family, and friends are invited to watch as their children sing, dance, and act in a special themed show.
To expedite registration, visit www.miami.edu/wellness/camp to download and complete the necessary enrollment packet before registering. Camper enrollment packets must be delivered in person to the Mini ’Canes office on the second floor of the Herbert Wellness Center. Please be prepared to present your ’Cane Card and C number (or UM Alumni Association card) upon registration. Incomplete registration materials will not be accepted. For complete registration procedures, click here.
