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GPYC Summer Programs will open for registration on Monday, February 6 for members/family and Monday, February 27 for sponsored guests.

Day Camp


GPYC Day Camp will open for registration on Monday, February 6 for members/family and Monday, February 27 for sponsored guests.

Summer Day Camp is a great way to keep your kids active and engaged this summer!  For children ages 4-12, activities include swimming, tennis, cooking classes, boot camp, arts & crafts, splash pad, playscape, boat rides, and more.  In addition, a special event occurs each week!  Lunch is provided for half day and full day campers. Day camp does not include sailing or swim lessons.
 

  • Registration Deadline is Thursday, June 1, 2023. 
  • Registration Link:  https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/356347
  • $25 late fee after deadline & for cancellations within 2 weeks of the registered date.
  • Cancellations/Changes must be submitted to mkaiser@gpyc.org.

Day Camp Director Madeleine Kaiser

Madeleine is currently a second grade teacher at Our Lady Star of the Sea. Since 2013, she has taught a range of preschool through middle school students. Madeleine’s greatest passion is working with children to give them enjoyable enrichment opportunities to learn and grow.

Name

Madeleine Kaiser

Title

Day Camp Director

Day Camp Weekly Dates & Themes

Week Date Theme
Week 1 June 19 - 23 Jungle
Week 2 June 26 - 30 Fiesta
Week 3 July 5 - 7 **no camp July 3 and 4 for
holiday		 Under the Stars
Week 4 July 10 - 14 Color Week
Week 5 July 17 - 21 Under the Sea
Week 6 July 24 - 28 Winter Wonderland
Week 7        July 31 - August 4 Farm
Week 8 August 7 - 11 Olympics

 

Day Camp Available Sessions

Registration
If you would like to inquire about any openings available for our summer program, please contact Day Camp Director Madeleine Kaiser at mkaiser@gpyc.org.
Full Day
8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Lunch 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.
Members: $400/week*
Sponsored Guests (nonmembers): $475/week*
 
Half Day
8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. or 12 -4:30 p.m.
Lunch 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.
Members: $300/week*
Sponsored Guests: $425/week*
 

*One time registration is $25 and includes five t-shirts for the week. For the week of July 3-7, there will be a discounted rate in effect, since there is no camp on July 4 for the holiday. The discounted rate for full day is $240 for members and $285 for sponsored guests. The discounted rate for half day is $180 for members and $255 for sponsored guests.

Junior Sailing

Junior Sailing registration is now open at the links below. Our Junior Sailing program is recognized on a local and national level. We’ve graduated sailors who have gone on to the Olympics and professional sailing careers. Our Junior Sailing program runs every summer and includes sailing lessons, adventure sailing and the GPYC Racing Team.

NOW OPEN: Registration
Kinder Sailing (Ages 5-6)

This week long session is a perfect sailing introduction for those who love the water but aren’t old enough yet for our learn to sail program. Our instructors will use the sailing simulator and the Club’s J22s to get our smallest sailors comfortable on the water. This session will cover basic sailing concepts and water safety.

Kindersail is a half day program from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm or 1:00 - 4:00 pm.

Session 1: July 17 - 21
Session 2: August 6 - 11

2023 Pricing

Sessions Members Non-Members
Kinder Sailing $225 $250
Learn to Sail

Level 1 and 2 (Ages 7–11)
AM/PM and Full Day Options

An introduction to the sport of sailing, this course will teach the basics of rigging a boat, boat handling, sailing fundamentals and water safety with a fun, game-inspired curriculum. Instruction is done in club-owned Optimists and J/22s. Sailors are paired with one another and learn the basics of steering, trimming the sail, and balancing the boat in an exciting, hands-on way. This class can be taken once or repeated until a sailor is ready to be in a boat on their own.

Take Learn to Sail if:
  • You like watersports and want to try sailing
  • You like having fun!
Session 1: June 19 - 30
Session 2: July 3 - 14 (no sailing July 4)
Session 3: July 24 - August 4

2023 Pricing

Sessions Member Non Member
LTS Full Day $675 $725
LTS Half Day $620 $570

 

Adventure Sailing

Ages 12 - 18 
AM/PM and Full Day Options

Adventure sailing is for the beginner to advanced teenage sailor who wants to
explore the water and improve their sailing in a fun and casual way. During
this two-week session, sailors will get to sail the Club’s J/22s, O’pen Bics, 420s
and windsurfers. This class focuses on water safety and seamanship while
allowing sailors to experience the joys of being on the water.

Session 1: June 19 - 30
Session 2: July 3 - 14 (no sailing July 4)
Session 3: July 24 - August 4

2023 Pricing

Session Member Non Member
Adventure Full Day $675 $725
Adventure Half Day $570 $620
GPYC's Racing Team

Ages 8+
Full Day Only

GPYC’s racing team is a fun but intensive program for intermediate-advanced sailors who are ready to compete in local and regional regattas. Our racing team competes in weekly local events with additional opportunities to compete on a regional and national level. Sailors have the opportunity to compete in the Club's Optis, Lasers, and 420s.  

Full Session: June 19 - August 11
Awards: August 10

2023 Pricing

Session Member  Non Member 
Race 7 Weeks  $2,050 $2,250
2023 Sailing Events
May 19: Summer Breeze Party at GPYC
May 20 - 21: Great Lakes Boating Festival at GPYC
June 19: DRYA Junior Sailing Programs Begin DRYA Mandatory Racing Coaches Debrief (CSYC)
July 6 - 7: Pontiac Yacht Club Counter Regatta 6th: Day 1 PYC SEARS INVITATIONAL REGATTA (6th: Day 1 Eve)  PYC LONG DISTANCE INVITATIONAL REGATTA 7th: Day 2
July 12 - 13: GPYC Regatta: 2 Day Counter Regatta GPYC BEMIS INVITATIONAL REGATTA Scored Day 1
July 15: Bayview Mac
July 26 - 27: CSYC Regatta: 2 Day Counter Regatta
August 2 - 3: BYC Regatta: 2 Day Regatta BYC SMYTHE INVITATIONAL REGATTA Scored Day 1
August 4 - 6: Laser Championship CSYC 3 Day Event
August 7 - 8: DYC Regatta: Day 1 Detroit Yacht Club RiverChamp INVITATIONAL Regatta Day 2 DRYA Mandatory Coaches Debrief (DYC)
August 10: 2023 DRYA AWARDS DINNER (DYC)

Junior Tennis

All GPYC Summer Programs will open for registration on Sunday, April 10. We’ve hardly forgotten about your mini-Wimbledon champions. Tennis Master Dmitri Diakonov is one of 47 PTR Masters of Performance Tennis coaches worldwide as well as a USPTA Elite professional. Dmitri understands just how busy the summer activity schedule can be for your children. If the below junior times are difficult for your family, please reach out via email to schedule a flex time that better suits your schedule. When registering for any program, please fill out this Summer Program Registration Waiver and email to tennispro@gpyc.org.

Name

Dmitri Diakonov

Title

Tennis Professional

Pee Wee Program
Pee-Wee Red Ball Tennis
Ages 4-7
Format: The building blocks of tennis taught through fun and engaging games.
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Cost: $20 drop-in

As a parent, I understand how difficult summer schedules are to manage.
 
If the junior clinics are at a tough time for your family please drop us a line at tennispro@gpyc.org to schedule a flex time directly with one of our staff professionals. We can accommodate junior groups or privates around your schedule!

 
Challenger & Tour Level
Ages 8 and up
Format: Designed for intermediate to advanced children, emphasizing improved footwork, strokes, strategy, and match play.
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 1:30-3:00 p.m.
Cost: $30 drop-in

Email Tennispro@gpyc.org regarding beginner teen tennis. Hoping we can put together a small group for an 8 week session.

As a parent, I understand how difficult summer schedules are to manage.
 
If the junior clinics are at a tough time for your family please drop us a line at tennispro@gpyc.org to schedule a flex time directly with one of our staff professionals. We can accommodate junior groups or privates around your schedule!



 
Private Lessons
Junior & Adult Beginner Lessons

With our beautiful GPYC tennis courts there's never been a better time to start! A private lesson with a staff professional is the absolute best way for an adult or junior to learn the basics of the sport in a no pressure setting. Email tennispro@gpyc.org to schedule a private or group beginner lesson at a time that works for you!
 

Swim Team

Swim Team will be open for registration on Monday, February 27 through Team Snap. The GPYC Sailfish Swim Team is a competitive swim program offered to members ages 4-17 (age as of June 1). Our swimmers are grouped by ability and practice in a fun learning environment. The GPYC is one of the original MICSA participants in the 79-year tradition of the Michigan Interclub Swimming Association, a group of 14 clubs located throughout Metro Detroit.

Meet the Swim Coaches

Head Coach Jim Singelyn

Jim has been coaching for over 25 years at many different levels. As a swimmer, Jim excelled under legendary Grosse Pointe Swim Club coach, Fred Michalik. His coaching stops include the Detroit Yacht Club, Ann Arbor Swim Club, Livonia Stevenson High School, the Grosse Pointe Gators and De La Salle Collegiate. Jim’s swimmers are easily recognized for having great stroke technique and always having fun while reaching their goals. 

 

Assistant Head Coach Bill Thompson

As a Grosse Pointe South High School graduate, Bill swam for former long-time GPYC Head Coach Fred Michalik, was Team Captain his senior year, and was All-State and All-American. At the University of Pennsylvania, he was All-Ivy team captain his senior year and Scholar Athlete of the Year for his entire senior year. Bill has coached All-State and All-American swimmers in various local  swim programs.

Assistant Head Coach Elizabeth Bourke

Elizabeth began swimming at the age of 5. She swam under former long-time GPYC Head Coach Fred Michalik for over a decade and also swam for the Country Club of Detroit. She coached for GPYC for 8 years, with the winning legacy team. She was assistant coach for University of Detroit (U of D) high school boys as well as Grosse Pointe South boys’/girls’ teams. Elizabeth has been involved with GPYC through management of the pool as well as private and group lessons for all age groups. Elizabeth wears many swim caps. She is very excited to be helping Jim and Bill continue a great tradition of swimming at the Club.

NOW OPEN: Registration
Future Sailfish

Cost $450

This begins your child's introduction to the swim team. We will work on all four competitive strokes and technique. Skills include flip turns, diving, stroke development and an introduction to interval training. Participants in this group will be considered part of the swim team and able to participate in exhibition events at home swim meets.

Tryouts are required for 8 and under swimmers. Swimmer must be able to swim one lap of the pool unaccompanied in both free style and backstroke. If swimmer is unable to meet this requirement, they may be required to participate in swimming lessons.

June 19 - July 18
Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

No practice for Future Sailfish on Friday, Saturday or Swim Meet Days 
Age 8 and Under

Cost $450

This group is suited for all swimmers 8 and under, who have knowledge in all 4 strokes, and are looking to become stronger swimmers. This group will focus on stroke drills, starts, turns, finishes, body position, breathing technique, streamlining, kick strengthening, proper workout habits, and being competitive while having fun.

Tryouts are required for 8 and under swimmers. Swimmer must be able to swim one lap of the pool unaccompanied in both free style and backstroke. If swimmer is unable to meet this requirement, they may be required to participate in swimming lessons.

June 19 - July 18
Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

No practice for 8 & Under on Saturdays or Swim Meet Days
Age 9 & 10

Cost $450

This group is suited for swimmers ages 9-10 with a background in all 4 of the strokes. The focus will be on stroke development with an increase in aerobic and anaerobic training. To participate in this group, swimmers must be able to swim all 4 strokes properly and understand interval training.

May 22 - June 17
Monday - Friday: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 
June 19 - July 18
Monday - Saturday: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Age 11 & Up

Cost $450

This group is for advanced swimmers who have several years of experience swimming with the GPYC Sailfish or elsewhere. This group will train all four strokes, focus on more intense aerobic and anaerobic training, starts, turns, finishes, body position, breathing technique, streamlining, kick strengthening, and proper workout habits.

May 22 - June 17
Monday - Friday: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
June 19 - July 21
Monday - Saturday: 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

Swim Lessons

Swim lessons are a great way for children to get comfortable in the water. If children are more advanced than our level two classes, we recommend having them join the Future Sailfish, which is part of the GPYC Swim Team.

Private swim lesson will be available cost is $35 a half hour for 1 child or $50 for 2 children

Group Lessons

Level 1

For beginner swimmers. Basic skills include breath control, kicking, floating on front and back. Geared toward first time swimmers.
Class Meets: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.
Cost for Members: $125
Cost for Non-Members: $150
Session 1 Dates: June 20 - June 29  
Session 2 Dates: July 3, 5 - 6 (due to holiday) and July 11 - July 13 
Session 3 Dates: July 18 - July 27  

Level 2

Class is geared towards the beginner swimmer who is already comfortable in the water. Basic skills include breath control, kicking, floating, freestyle and backstroke. If time permits butterfly and breaststroke will be introduced.
Class Meets: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:15 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. 
Cost for Members: $125
Cost for Non-Members: $150
Session 1 Dates: June 20 - June 29  
Session 2 Dates: July 3, 5 - 6 (due to holiday) and July 11 - July 13 
Session 3 Dates: July 18 - July 27

Kid's Klub

Kid’s Klub is available on Fridays and Saturdays, from 5:30 – 10 p.m. Parents have the opportunity to enjoy a quiet, relaxing evening at the Club. Children must be three years old and potty trained. $30 for the first child, $25 for each additional child in the family. The cost includes one Kid's meal from the Kitchen, per child. To maintain the appropriate staff-to-child ratio, the maximum number of children who can attend Kids’ Klub is 12 children per evening. Reservations are required. The cut-off for reservations is by 4:30 p.m. the day of. We understand things can happen last minute, we will never turn away a child but there will be a $50 charge per walk-in visit. To sign up your children, contact the Front Desk at frontdesk@gpyc.org or (313) 884-2500.