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Dedham Health and Athletic Complex
Spend your summer with Dedham Health Day Camps
Our Mission -
Dedham Health & Athletic Complex is committed to teaching the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle while having fun.
The Ultimate Day Camp provides a safe, non-competitive environment where campers are encouraged to learn, laugh and enjoy their summer vacation! We provide unique activities and opportunities that allow our campers to challenge themselves and explore new
adventures. Campers learn the value of respect, teamwork and positive decision making. These key elements provide a strong foundation for building and ultimate summer vacation!
“As an American Camping Association accredited program, it is our mission to combine safety, support & a positive environment for our campers to learn & grow.”
The Ultimate Day Camp Difference
At the Ultimate Day Camp all of our specialty activities are led by the professional instructors that teach quality youth programs all year round at Dedham Health & Athletic Complex. This makes it more than just a summer camp...campers can be involved in DHAC programs, with the same instructors, the whole year through!
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See a sample schedule Download the Ultimate Day Camp Registration Packet Download the Ultimate Day Camp Activity Selection Sheet |
Ultimate Day Camp Features & Activities
All campers at Dedham Health and Athletic Club's day camp programs have a full and exciting day! Details of our program include:
• Regular hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Extended hours: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
• Ages 3-5 years: Full or Half Day Programs
• Ages 6 - 14 Full Day Programs
• Weekly Enrollment
• 12 Weeks Available
And don’t worry about packing a lunch. We supply both lunch and snack from our on-site snack bar run by DHAC After Dark. Dedham Health campers will have a wide variety of healthy choices daily.
Day Camp activities include:
| Laser Tag | Swimming | Tennis | Rock Climbing |
| Karate | Arts & Crafts | Drama | Yoga |
| Nature | Strength Training | Soccer | Basketball |
| Floor Hockey | Dance | Photography | Robotics |
Our Facilities
• Indoor and outdoor tennis courts
• Indoor and outdoor basketball courts
• Outdoor playing fields
• Rock climbing gym
• Indoor laser games arena
• “Big Apple” stage/ theater
The Summer Club waterpark: 2 large water slides, lily pad obstacle course, wave pool, motorized boats, pirate ship mini slides and palm tree water feature.
By utilizing both The Summer Club and the full range of facilities at Dedham Health & Athletic Complex, your children will stay active rain or shine.
Lunch Included!
Don’t worry about packing a lunch. We supply both lunch and snack from our on-site snack bar run by
The Deli After Dark @ DHAC. Your children will have a wide variety of healthy choices daily.
Menu includes: Sandwiches, salads, grilled cheese, burgers, hot dog, chicken tenders and much more *Special lunch options on Friday to celebrate our weekly theme!
Extended Day
Enroll in advance by the day. Mon. - Fri.
7:30am - 9:00am $10/day and/or 4:00pm-6:00pm $15/day
Design Your Day and 5-Day Skill Building (ages 6-14)
Increased enthusiasm, individuality and confidence are just some of the benefits of allowing campers to choose their own activities and “design their day.” Campers can customize their camp experience in two ways: First, campers can choose two (2) of their favorite activities each day, in the categories of Art, Science and Sport. Second, campers can choose to participate in one block of “Skill Building” activity time each day—building up their skills and knowledge in that specialty throughout the week.
Which Camp Is Right For My Child?
We have a summer day camp experience that is right for kids of all ages and interests
My First Camp
• Weekly Enrollment
• 5:1 Camper to Counselor Ratio
• Daily Swim Lesson
• Structured schedule of a variety of activities daily
• Half Day Camp- 9:00AM to 2:00 PM
• Full Day Camp - Add on afternoon 2:00 PM-4:00 PM at an additional cost
• Campers Must be Toilet Trained
My First Camp offers a safe and nurturing environment encouraging social and physical development. Our campers participate in a well rounded program of age appropriate activities including, daily swim instruction, daily arts and crafts, sports, yoga, karate, tree house obstacle courses and games, playground and themed day activities.
The Ultimate Day Camp
• Ages 6-14 yrs.
• Monday -Friday 9:00am- 4:00pm
• Extended Day Available at an Additional Cost
• Weekly Enrollment
Lower Camp
Ages 6-7 years
8:1 Camper to Counselor Ratio
Middle Camp
Ages 8-10 years
10:1 Camper to Counselor Ratio
Upper Camp
Ages 11-14 years
10:1 Camper to Counselor Ratio
Daily Activities Include:
Swim Instruction
2 Free Swims in The Summer Club Waterpark
2 Choice Activity Blocks
A 5 Day Specialty Activity Block Each Day
Tennis Instruction (optional)
Lunch and Snack Included
Campers will build friendships and confidence while experiencing new
activities and facing exciting challenges, all while having the time of their lives! Campers are given the ability to choose their activities at two
different activity blocks during their day. Campers will explore arts,
science, and sports in fun, creative, messy lessons, changing each day.
Choice Activities Include:
Camper Favorites: Laser Games, Rock Climbing, Tennis Lessons
Sports: Soccer, basketball, street hockey, waffle ball, dodge ball, rock climbing and more.
Arts & Crafts: Painting, beading, crafting, fashion and recycle projects...too many to name!
Mad Science: Cool science experiments, nature lessons, building with Kinex and more.
5 Day Specialty Activities: Campers may choose a specialty activity to participate in during one block each day for all five days of their camp week. This gives the campers the ability to show progress in the
specialty. As an example, the campers choosing Theater will work on a camper production to perform on Friday. 5 day activities include: Theater, robotics, karate, art, sports conditioning. *Campers may choose to participate in a recreational sport if a 5 day specialty is not chosen.
Don’t forget about the FUN!
At The Ultimate Day Camp we celebrate Fridays with a fun theme like Olympics, Carnival or Boston Sports, special activities like the “Ultimate Camper Dash” and a special lunch!
This camp is in compliance with the regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (105 CMR 430) and licensed by the Town of Dedham Board of Health. Information on these regulations may be obtained at 781.751.9220.