2024 Summer Youth Programs

Updated 4/17/24
Summer 2024

Day Camp | Arts & Crafts | Dance & Musical| Enrichment | Sports Programs | Strength | Sports Camps | Music Lessons

Arts & Crafts

Slime Time!
Grades 4K - 8
Join us for ooey-gooey fun! We’ll be making crunchy slime! Each child will get to take home the slime they make at the end of class. *Note* This class listed in our "Winter/Spring" Program Guide.
Instructor: Lynette Vyhnanek

Location: Big Foot HS, E33

Date	Time	Fee
Mon., May 13	4:00 - 5:00 PM	$15

4th of July Pillow Making
Grades 4K - 8
Relax on your own handmade patriotic pillow while you watch Fireworks, attend a picnic, or just to relax. Each participant will make a travel size patriotic pillow. All supplies are provided. We’ll be hand sewing but experience is not necessary. For participants under the age of 9, please have an adult present to help. *Pillow design may vary.
Instructor: Lynette Vyhnanek
Wednesday, June 26 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Location: Duck Pond, Fontana (BFHS in case of rain)
$20 /pillow

Kids Painting Workshop
Ages 5 - 17

Get Creative with paint! Please have an adult present with children 8 and under.
Instructor: Jennifer with A Glass of Art
Thursdays from 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Location: BFHS Room E33 (Art Room)
$20 /date


Manatee June 20	Capybara July 18	Panda August 15

Grown-Up & Me Painting Class

Each grown-up/child pair will be supplied with painted acrylics and watercolor. Each of you will paint half the image in a joint effort to create a work of art
Instructor: Jennifer with A Glass of Art
Saturdays from 9:00 - 10:00 AM
Location: BFHS Room E33 (Art Room)
$30 /painting / date


Golf Course June 22	Lightning Bugs July 27	Ocean & Palm Tree August 24

Dance & Musical Theatre

Musical Theatre Camp: Sparks Fly
Grades 1 - 6
Get ready for an electrifying adventure at “Sparks Fly” - the ultimate musical theatre showcase camp featuring the tunes of Taylor Swift! Immerse yourself in five days of pure excitement where every note, step, and beat brings you closer to stardom. By the end of day one, students will be assigned a role. But that’s not all! Brace yourself for arts and crafts, fun games, and endless laughter. Pack your passion, and a peanut-free sack lunch, and plenty of water.
Instructor: Children’s Theatre Camp Staff

August 19 - 23 from 9:30 - 2:30 PM
Location: Big Foot Auditorium
Fee: $295
Performance: Friday, August 23 at 2:15 PM

Musical Theatre Production: Frozen, Kids
Completed grades 3 - 8
Frozen, Kids is a 40-min. adaptation of the Broadway musical, based on the hit Disney movie. The production features all of the songs from the animated film, and great roles both large and small. Campers will be singing, acting, learning choreography, creating and painting set and prop decorations, and helping create costumes.

On the first day of camp, there will be auditions for the main roles, and each camper will be assigned a role. Camp concludes with a free public performance in the Reek School gym.

Campers need to bring a lunch every day, and black pants, black socks, and black shoes that they can dance in for the final performance.
Instructor: Susan Gali

Monday - Friday: August 5 - 16 from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM * 2 week commitment is required
Location: Reek School
Fee: $325/ child
Performance: Friday, August 16 at 2:15 PM

Pom And Cheer Drill Team
Grades K - 8
Come and cheer on the BFHS Football Team with the Big Foot Wolves! Learn cheers, jumps, sideline dances and an awesome half time routine. Our Drill Team will perform at two Varsity Football games. Each participant will receive a hair bow, and use of the Wolves team poms! This is a fundraiser for the BF Wolves Cheer Team.
Instructor: Trinity Tofel - Wolves Cheer Coach

Mon & Wed, Aug 26 - Sept 25 from 5:00 - 6:30 PM (no 9/2)
$65 / participant includes hair bow
Location: BFHS Field next to Tennis Courts
Games: Sept 13 at 7:00 PM & Sept 27 at 7:00 PM
Fee: $65, Includes Hair Bow

Camps

2024 Big Foot Day Camp
June 17 - August 16
Day Camp: Ages 5 - 11
Sports & Activity Camp: Grades 3 - 5
Adventure Camp: Grades 6 - 8

2024 Arts & Crafts Camp at Black Point Estates & Gardens
Grades 3 - 7
Kids will experience summer life at a historic lakefront cottage as they enjoy four days of fun art and craft activities through this interactive summer camp at Black Point Estate. Activities include sessions on watercolor painting, photography, gardening, and even a session on maritime underwater archaeology. Along with enjoying this beautiful setting, they’ll also get to explore the historic house museum’s many nooks and crannies not normally available to guests. Each camper will receive a complimentary gift. A mid-morning snack is included but campers will need to pack their own lunch. Max 15
Additional Camper Forms - PDF
Location: Black Point Estates, W4270 Southland Rd., Lake Geneva
Days: Monday - Thursday
Fee: $150

Session	2024 Dates	Time
3rd - 5th Grade	June 24 - 27	9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
6th - 8th Grade	July 15 - 18	9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
4th - 7th Grade	August 5 - 8	9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

AgriScience Camp
4 - 8 years
Explore the wonderful world of agriculture! The Agriscience department and the Big Foot FFA will offer a fun-filled educational adventure. Our adventure could take children horseback riding (miniature horses), on farm tours, learning about animal safety and maybe even an exploration of nontraditional agriculture.
Instructor: Lisa Konkel & FFA Members

July 22 - 25 from 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Location: Big Foot HS Science Wing
$40/person

2024 Vacation Bible School
PreK - 7th Grade
Age specific programs for a fun week. More details at https://www.glwestvbs.org

June 17 - 21 from 9:00 - Noon
Location: Faith Ev. Lutheran Church, 420 Read Street, Walworth
To register: https://www.glwestvbs.org

Enrichment Classes

Nature Hike & Craft
Ages 6+
Lace up your hiking boots and join us for a fun hike through Kishwauketoe! Stop by the pavilion after the hike to create a fun craft. Dress for the weather!
Leader: Dean Connley

Location: Kishwauketoe, Williams Bay

Date	Time	Craft
May 3	4:00 - 5:00 PM	Scavenger Hunt Collage

Kids Day: Free Fishing
Ages 15 and Under
Join the Lake Geneva Fishing Club for this free Annual Event. They will provide lunch, snacks, and beverages for kids up to age 15. Plenty of prizes for all kids while quantities last. You can bring your own fishing tackle, but the club will provide loaner fishing equipment and bait while supplies last. Club members will be available to teach fishing preparation and successful techniques, as well as assist with fishing and landing fish. Parents must attend. Information Flyer
Host: Lake Geneva Fishing Club Members

Saturday, June 1 from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Big Foot Beach State Park
FREE

Beginning Crochet
Ages 12 - Adult
Get started with crochet by learning basic techniques and stitches, reading patterns, and how to pick materials. No experience necessary, starter kit provided..
Instructor: Sarah Anderson

Saturdays: June 15 - 29
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: Big Foot HS E36
$45 / person

Crochet Club
Ages 12 - Adult
Bring your projects! Work out patterns and learn new stitches with other crocheters. Extra materials available for additional cost.
Instructor: Sarah Anderson

Saturdays: July 6 - August 24
2:00 - 3:30 PM
Location: Big Foot HS E36
$50 / person

DIY Terrarium
3 - 5 years
Create your own indoor garden you can hold in your hands! Terrariums are fun and simple to maintain so any gardener can enjoy them. All materials will be provided.
Instructor: Dean Connley

Tuesday, June 18 from 9:00 - 10:00 AM
Location:Duck Pond, Fontana
$8 per child

Rocketry Class
Grades 5 - 8
Build your rocket and blast it off! These are REAL rockets, not water rockets. In this class, participants will build a small rocket using tubes, engines, fins, cones and parachutes. Class will consist of two build days and a launch day.
Instructor: Dean Connley

Tuesday - Thursday, Aug 6 - 8 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Location: Big Foot HS, E33
$30

Birdhouse Workshop
Grades 2 - 8
Build your own birdhouse from scratch! In this workshop participants will learn how to build their very own Birdhouse using basic tools and hardware
Instructor: Dean Connley

Tuesday, August 20 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Location: Big Foot HS, E14 (Woods Shop)
Fee: $20

Location: Kishwauketoe, Williams Bay

Date	Time	Theme
June 26	10:00 - 11:00 AM	Bird Watching
July 17	10:00 - 11:00 AM	Fabulous Fungi
August 21	10:00 - 11:00 AM	Bug Safari

Nerf Battle
Grades 1 - 8
Each session we will have skill challenges where we'll will get to practice and compete in different aspects of Nerf Combat. Each child MUST have eye protection to participate. Bring your own Nerf guns - we will provide the “ammo."
Instructor: Dean Connley

Location: Big Foot Upper Gym

Day	Date	Time
Wednesday	June 19	1:00 - 2:00 PM
Wednesday	July 10	1:00 - 2:00 PM
Wednesday	July 31	1:00 - 2:00 PM
Wednesday	August 21	1:00 - 2:00 PM

Horse Stable 67
Ages 5 - Adult
Participants will learn how to groom and ride their assigned horse, do a craft, play games, and learn different skills involving horses. No experience necessary. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and sturdy boots. A light snack and water/juice will be provided.
Instructors: Sue Jacobs & Jen Yates

June 22, July 13 or August 10 from Noon - 4:00 PM
Location: Stable 67 - Lake Geneva
Fee: $120/date

TGIF Open Gym
Grades 1 - 8
A Friday night filled with games, music, socialization, crafts, open gym, and so much more! We’ll provide pizza and lemonade for dinner as well. WAIVERS ARE REQUIRED
Fee: $5/person

Date	Time	Location
May 10	5:00 - 7:00 PM	Sharon School Gym

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Sports Programs & Camps

Yard Game Olympics
Grades 2 - 5
The Summer Olympics are here! Recreate the excitement of the olympics with fun minute-to-win-it style yard games and activities. Participants will complete timed challenges and see who can take home the gold by the end of the event. It’s a fun and friendly competition to celebrate the summer olympics! Join us for an ice cream social at the end of the games!

Thursday, June 27 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Location: Abbey Springs Golf Course
Fee: $10 / person

Co-Ed Tee Ball & Coach Pitch
Tee Ball: Ages 4*-6; Coach Pitch: Ages 6-8
Players must provide their own glove. Every player will experience every position throughout the 6 weeks and every player bats every inning.
T-Ball focuses on the basics of throwing, catching, hitting, base running and positions.
Coach Pitch starts off with the basics, then works on more advanced fundamentals of the game, such as outfield relay throws, when to stretch a base hit into a double and directional hitting.
*Parent Coaches are required for children 4 years old.
Coordinator: Dean Connley

Tuesdays & Thursdays: June 13 - July 11 (no 7/4) Deadline May 24
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Location: BFHS Quadplex
Fee: $50/player includes team shirt & hat
Coach Pitch Rules| Tee Ball Rules | Field Map | Coach Application Form or PDF | Sponsorship |

Archery
Ages 8+
Enjoy the thrill of getting a bullseye! This fun and challenging sport is open to all 8 years and up (including adults). After understanding safety and the basics, hone your skills to become a better archer..
Instructors: Dean Connley & Chuck Thiesenhusen

Spring Class Thursdays: May 2, 9, 16 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM May Class Register Here
Summer session: June 10, 12, 14 from 9:00 - 10:00M June Class Register Here
Location: Big Foot HS, Practice Fields
Fee: $30 Resident / $40 Non-Resident

Tennis Lessons
Ages 5 - 18
Get professional lessons which will make you a better player. Lessons will focus on groundstrokes, serves, and volleys with drills practiced on all strokes, forehands, backhands, volleys, approach shots, serves and more.
Red Ball: is 75% slower than the standard tennis ball with a small court to promote success. Beginners learn the fundamentals while having a fun time.
Orange Ball: is 50% slower than the yellow(regular) ball with a smaller size court. Proper strokes and technique will be learned in a fun game environment.
Green Ball: is 25% slower ball than the yellow with a regulation size court. Players continue to develop good techniques and movement, and begin to implement game skills and strategy.
Teen Tennis: For players who need more stroke refinement. Players will hit many balls and continue to learn the proper strokes and footwork necessary for productive match-play.
Instructor: BFHS Coach Adam Westhauser

Mondays: June 10 - July 15 (6 classes)
Location: BFHS Tennis Courts
Fee: $125/player

Age	Level	Time
5-6	Red Ball	8:00 - 9:00 AM
7-9	Orange Ball	9:00 - 10:00 AM
10-12	Green Ball	10:00 - 11:00 AM
13-18	Teen Tennis	11:00 AM - Noon

Youth Golf
Ages 5 - 18
Learn fundamentals and prepare to bring your game to the course. Proper etiquette and safety will be taught. Classes will cover basic full swing fundamentals, putting and stroke fundamentals, chipping, pitching and sand shots, as well as taking your game from range to course. A limited supply of golf clubs are available to those that are in need.
Instructor: Chris Wedell, USGA Golf Coach

Spring	Sat: May 4 - May 25	10:00 - 11:00 AM	Spring Registration Link	$45
Session 1	Sat: June 8 - June 29	12:00 - 1:00 PM	Summer Registration Link	$60/$75 NR
Session 2	Sat: July 13 - Aug. 3	12:00 - 1:00 PM	Summer Registration Link	$60/$75 NR

Location: Big Foot Golf Range
Fee: $60 Resident / $70 Non-Resident

Let's Play 9 Holes
Ages 13 - 18
Join PGA Professional Jack Shoger in this new program designed to take students a step further in their golf journey! Instruction will include more time playing on the course, improving scores, proper etiquette when playing, and analyzing your play to help focus on areas of improvement. A limited supply of golf clubs are available to those that are in need.
Instructor: Jack Shoger, P.G.A. Instructor

Sundays: May 5 - June 2 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM (no 5/26)
Location: Abbey Springs Golf Course
Fee: $200 ($80 Green Fee included in this price) Green Fee can be applied to a Junior Membership!

Youth Soccer Camp
Ages 4 - 9
This program focuses on the basic fundamentals of soccer. Our instructor’s approach emphasizes the rules, basic moves, elementary and fun-filled drills. This well-rounded program breaks down each position for a full understanding of the sport.
Instructor: BFHS Coach Keith Blakeman & BFHS Soccer Players

Monday - Thursday, July 15 - 18
Location: Big Foot HS, Soccer Field
Fee: $45

Age	Time
4 - 6	5:00 - 6:00 PM
7 - 9	6:00 - 7:00 PM

2024 Challenger International Soccer Camp
Ages 6 - 14
Simply put, amazing coaches, awesome accents, innovative practices and a unique cultural twist combine for a one of-a-kind camp experience! Camp includes a FREE ball and t-shirt.
Register through Challenger Sports
Sign up before May 26 for a free jersey!

June 24 - 28, 2024 from 9:00 AM - Noon
Location: Big Foot HS, Soccer Fields
Fee: $180

2024 TetraBrazil Soccer Academy
Ages 6-14
TetraBrazil Soccer Camps combine learning Brazilian techniques, footwork, moves—and fun! TetraBrazil camps feature professional, comprehensive, high quality soccer training from talented and experienced Brazilian soccer coaches.
Register through TetraBrazil

Aug 12-16, 2024 from 9:00 AM - Noon
Location: Big Foot HS, Soccer Fields
Fee: $160

Youth Volleyball Camp
Grades 2 - 8
Take your volleyball skills to the next level. Skills and drills and combined with fun and excitement!
Instructor: BFHS Coach Chad Roehl and the BFHS Staff

Monday - Friday, July 17 - 21
Location: Big Foot HS East Gym
Fee: $50

Grade	Time
2 - 5	Noon - 1:00 PM
6 - 8	1:15 - 2:45 PM

Floor Hockey Camp
Grades 2 - 6
Who’s ready for summer hockey? This camp will start with skills and drills and end with a friendly scrimmage each day. No experience or equipment necessary, we will provide everything you need. Show up ready to break a sweat and have some fun!
Instructor: Dean Connley

Monday - Friday, July 12, 24 & 26
10:00 - 11:00 AM
Location: Rotary Park, Walworth
Fee: $30

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Strength & Fitness

Chiefs Agility Strength Speed
Grades 6 - 12
Start to learn the basic techniques of speed and strength training. You will be introduced to proper running, lifting, and spotting techniques that will help develop the total athlete. In addition there is sport specific training to give you
More Information & Sport Specific Training
Instructor: BFHS Athletic Coaches

Monday - Thursday: June 10 - August 1 (no July 3-5)
Location: BFHS Fitness Center
Fee: $20 - advanced registration required

Grade	Time
Grade 9 - 12 Females	7:00-8:30 AM
Grade 9 - 12 Males	7:45-9:30 AM
Grade 6 - 8 Co-ed	8:45-10:00 AM

Incoming Freshman's Guide to the Gym
Want to use the fitness center the summer before your Freshman year? Join our Big Foot HS coaches in a hands on introduction on how to properly use the equipment to ensure your safety and well-being. This class is required for any incoming Freshmen looking to use the facilities. $10 includes your membership card.
Instructor: Alison Krick

Monday, June 10	10:00 - 11:00 AM
Monday, July 8	10:00 - 11:00 AM
Thursday, August 15	10:00 - 11:00 AM

Youth Running Club
Grades 4 - 8
This long distance running group welcomes all abilities and paces! Let’s hit the roads and run! We’ll discuss how running is a great life long sport mentally and physically. All runners will need proper running attire including shoes. Please bring a water bottle.
Instructor: Carlie Blackman, Semper Running Director

Monday - Thursday: July 15 - August 1
Location: BFHS East Entrance
Fee: $10 / child - includes a tee shirt

Grade	Time
4th - 8th Grade	8:30 - 9:30 AM

Scouts

Brownie Scout Troup
Troop #8105 is a Brownie Girl Scout Troop for girls entering Second Grade for the 2024- 2025 school year. Families will get together for the summer, and meetings will begin in September.
Troop Leader: Lynette Vyhnanek

Questions, please email: gstroop8105@gmail.com

Cub Scout Pack #237
Grades K - 5
Cub Scout Pack #237 provides ready-made opportunities for your family to do fun things together. Cub Scouts is for boys and girls entering grades K-5. Contact to join at any time!
Cub Scout Master: Joe Vyhnanek
Email: wbcubscoutpack237@gmail.com

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