Fall Winter 1819 Program Book

WAKEMAN
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

Membership Handbook
Southport Clubhouse
Fall 2018–Winter 2019
Wakeman Mission:
“To guide and inspire young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their
full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.”
Online Membership Registration
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE BEGINNING AUGUST 1st
Wakeman will take membership registrations for the 2018-2019 program year online. Any child wishing to participate
in a Wakeman program or Open Gym must have a current membership. In order to register for membership online,
follow the directions below.
n Logon to our website at www.wakemanclub.org.

n Click ‘Online Registration’ in the top right corner.
n If you are a returning member, enter your email and password then click ‘Sign In’.
n Please review your information and update your family profile along with member school and grade.
If you cannot remember your password click “forgot password” and instructions on how to reset your password
will be emailed to you. If you cannot remember the email address you used to register, please call the club at
(203) 259-4805.
n If you are a new member, click on ‘Sign Up’. Enter and save all required fields to become a member.
For more information or any questions, please call the club between 9:00am and 4:00pm at (203) 259-4805.
The following programs will register online beginning on the date indicated below. All other programs listed on pages
4 and 5 will register by phone or in person.
(See Program Registration Procedures on page 8.)
PROGRAM ONLINE REGISTRATION DATE (BEGINS AT 10:00AM)
Fall Lacrosse Clinics (Boys & Girls) July 16

Bus Transportation August 6
Girls Junior Basketball August 9
Pee Wee Basketball September 6
Boys Junior Basketball November 15
Red Baker League December 6
Wakeman Boys & Girls Club’s after-school activities, serving 6 through 12 year olds, is exempt from the State
of Connecticut childcare licensure as per the Office of Early Childhood. All Wakeman programs adhere to the
membership and safety standards set forth by Boys & Girls Club of America.
Bus Transportation to the Southport Clubhouse

Online Registration Instructions
To register for a bus to the Southport Clubhouse please see our website www.wakemanclub.org. Then scroll your
mouse over ‘Southport’ to see the drop down list. Using your mouse, scroll down to ‘Bus Transportation From School’
and click on ‘How to Register". Registration can only be done on the website.
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Wakeman Boys & Girls Club Vital Statistics
WEBSITE: WWW.WAKEMANCLUB.ORG
Southport Clubhouse
MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 118 PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 385 Center Street
Southport, CT 06890 Southport, CT 06890
PHONE NUMBER: (203) 259-4805 FAX NUMBER: (203) 254-1431
EMAIL ADDRESS:
Dave@wakemanclub.org
Executive Director
Clare@wakemanclub.org
Senior Unit Director
Rich@wakemanclub.org
Program Director — Basketball
Maria@wakemanclub.org
Program Director — Leadership Development & Global Citizenship
Geoff@wakemanclub.org
Program Director — Sports, Fitness & Recreation
John@wakemanclub.org
Program Director — Arts, Technology & Academic Success
Nancy@wakemanclub.org
Office Manager
Dee@wakemanclub.org
Administrative Associate
Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 2414 Fairfield Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06605
EMAIL ADDRESS:
Laura@wakemanclub.org
Unit Director
Ruben@wakemanclub.org
Senior Program Director
Gina@wakemanclub.org
Program Director — Teen Services
Melissa@wakemanclub.org
Program Director
Kait@wakemanclub.org
Director of Development
Ginard@wakemanclub.org
Special Events Director
Margaret@wakemanclub.org
Grant Manager
McKinley Outreach
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 60 Thompson Street
Fairfield, CT 06825
EMAIL ADDRESS:
Tim@wakemanclub.org
Director of Administration & Outreach
Amanda@wakemanclub.org
Outreach Coordinator
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Registration Dates — Fall/Winter Programs
Registration Begins Program Grade Program Begins Cost Page
BASKETBALL
Online on/after Aug. 9 Girls Junior Basketball 6-8 September 10 $90 17
August 14 Fall Boys Senior League 9-12 September 17 $75 17
August 15 Skill Building 3; 4-5 September 18; 26 $60 19
August 29 Pre-Season Pee Wee Clinic 3-5 September 19 $30 19
September 6 Pee Wee Basketball 3-5 November 12 $100 18
Travel Basketball League 6-8 First week Nov. $550 19
Online on/after Nov. 15 Boys Junior Basketball 6-8 February 4 $90 18
Online on/after Dece. 6 Red Baker 4 on 4 League 9-12 January 2 $80 18
LACROSSE/FIELD HOCKEY
Online on/after July 16 Rhino Academy Skill Training (Boys) 1-8 Varies Varies 20
Online on/after July 16 Game Breaker Academy (Girls) Varies Varies 20
August 1 Field Hockey 5-8 September 9 $70 21
SPORTS, FITNESS & RECREATION
August 8 Flag Football 6-8 September 5 $70 23
August 8 Flag Football 3-5 September 4 $70 23
August 9 Wiffle Ball 6-8 September 6 $70 24
August 13 Kickball League 3-5 September 24 $60 24
August 16 Tennis 3-6 September 13 $90 24
August 17 Small Fry Friday – Session I 1-2 September 14 $30 25
August 17 Small Fry Friday – Session II 1-2 October 5 $30 25
August 29 Weight Training 8 September 14 $10 23
August 30 Speed Training 6-8 September 25 $100 23
September 5 Girls ‘R’ Us 1-2 October 4 $70 25
September 6 Conditioning 101 8-10 November 1 $60 23
October 2 Tough Girl 6-8 November 7 $60 24
October 2 Tough Girl 3-5 November 13 $60 24
October 24 Friday Crew: Session I – Boys only 1-2 November 30 $30/session 25
November 28 Munchkin Madness: Session I 1-2 January 8 $25 25
November 28 Munchkin Madness: Session II 1-2 January 29 $25 25
December 4 Friday Crew: Session II – Girls only 1-2 January 4 $30/session 25
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Registration Begins Program Grade Program Begins Cost Page
ARTS, EDUCATION & S.T.E.M PROGRAMMING
August 2 Art Masters 3-5 September 12 $65 26

August 2 Chefs and Canvases 1-2 September 13 $25/class 26
August 16 Weird Science 6-8 September 17 $60 27
August 7 Creative Kids 1-2 September 18 $60 26
September 4 CPR/Babysitting 6-8 October 4 $75 27

September 17 Chefs and Canvases 6-8 October 26 $25/class 26
October 2 Cartooning 3-8 November 5 $75 26

October 3 The Impossible Cooking Series 6-8 November 2 $40 27
October 10 Space is the Place 1-2 November 13 $60 27
October 11 Lego Robotics 3-5 November 14 $60 27
October 25 Chefs and Canvases 3-5 November 29 $25/class 26
Fine Arts Exhibit 3-12 TBA Free 26
YOGA
August 2 Adult Yoga – Session I, II, III — Varies Varies 22
August 14 Youth Yoga – Session I 3-8 September 17 $60 22
September 25 Youth Yoga – Session II 3-8 October 29 $60 22
ONE DAY ACTIVITIES

August 9 Open Resume Night 10-12 September 13 Free 27
August 16 Keystone Birthday Parties 1-5 Varies $225 29
August 16 Kid’s Night Out 3-5 September 18 $20 28
Varies Camp Gee-Off 1-5 Multiple Dates $60/day 28
September 20 Guy’s Night Out 1-2 November 5 $20 28
October 9 Dodgeball Tournament 4-5 November 12 $15/player 28
November 14 Letters to Santa 1-2 December 13 $20 28
January 4 Snowball Dance 4-6 January 25 $10 plus donation 28
of school supplies
LEADERSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATIONS
September 12 Torch Club (Southport) 7-8 October 1 $70 32
September 14 Keystone Essays Due 9-12 September 23 $70 32
BUS TRANSPORTATION TO SOUTHPORT CLUBHOUSE
Online on/after August 6 Please see page 10 3-8 September 4 Varies 10
for list of schools
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Message to Parents
MEMBERSHIP CARD POLICY
Wakeman has a membership tracking system that requires all members to bring their membership cards every time
they enter the club. Members swipe their cards through a scanner when they come into the building and when they
leave the building. This system will allow staff to track attendance and to alert the staff as to who is in the Club. This
eliminates non-members from using the Club with the emphasis on security in our daily lives. It is very important for
parents to stress to their child the importance of presenting their card when entering the Club.
PARKING LOT
The safety of all our members, both inside and outside the club is of vital importance. As our membership increases
and our programs continue to grow, safety in the parking lot is an ongoing issue. We ask that you follow the one-way
signs once you pull into the parking lot. If you are parking we ask that you are cautious when pulling in and especially
when pulling out, and PLEASE refrain from using cell phones while driving on Club property. Also, state law prohibits
any use of the handicap spot without a valid handicap marker. This includes dropping your child off. Many times there
are programs ending when others begin and at times the parking lot does become congested. We ask all our drivers
to be aware for the safety of our members.
WEB SITE — WWW.WAKEMANCLUB.ORG

Wakeman has made great use of our website this past year. Please continue to check the website for open gym
times, league schedules, announcements, program descriptions, registration dates and cancellations. There is also
an opportunity for feedback from our members through email.
SENIOR STAFF
Dedicated adults are needed to work part-time during week nights and weekends. Senior Staff are responsible for
supervising club members and programs, as well as assisting full-time staff with program set up, clean up and admin-
istrative tasks. If you are interested, please contact Geoff at (203) 259-4805 or Geoff@wakemanclub.org.
Wakeman Commitment
A message from Clare Mahoney, Rich Lee, Maria Cimina, Geoff Baranger, and John Novak
Countless hours are put into the program planning process: organizing activities, scheduling gyms and field times,
recruiting referees, volunteer coaches and instructors. Before registering for any program, please be certain that
your child is prepared to attend classes, practices, games or clinics unless, of course, he or she is injured, ill or
academically ineligible. The Wakeman staff has made a commitment to provide each youngster with the best possible
Club experience. We ask that our members make the same commitment in return.
Membership Dues
• General Membership (3rd–8th grade) $130

• High School Membership (9th–12th grade) $115
• Family Membership (3 or more children) $390 cap
• Mini Membership (1st/2nd grade) $30
• Adult Membership (10:00am–2:00pm school days) $185
*General Memberships and Mini-Memberships will be prorated to a fee of $65 and $15 respectively on April 1, 2019.
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Wakeman Values
The following is a list of qualities that are important to leading a happy, fulfilling life.
We want our members to be good people. We want our members to be:
Honest
The most important value and you all know what it means.
But are you strong enough to live without lying?
The Wakeman Staff thinks you are.
Sensitive to the Feelings of Others

Wakeman is a place where everyone should feel comfortable and included.
If someone is not playing, ask them to join your game.
No one is good at everything.
Do not make anyone feel bad about themselves.
Wakeman wants its members to be strong and confident.
Willing to Help
Wakeman is proud of our members and their willingness to volunteer and donate to those less
fortunate. Let’s not lose that attitude with each other. If another Wakeman member needs help
consider it your duty to see to their needs.
Sportsmen and Sportswomen

When the other team wins by two or twenty do not pout or act mad. Celebrate the fact that you are
part of the game and run over to congratulate the winners. The same goes for you when you win a game.
Remember what it feels like to lose. Your opponents are feeling that way right now.
Trustworthy
If you say you are going to do something, make sure it gets done.
And if you are asked not to do something, don’t do it.
Patient
Relax and give things time. The staff at Wakeman is here to serve you.
If they are asking you to wait you can be sure it is for a good reason.
Willing to Try New Things

The only way you are going to learn is to try.
Respect
Of Yourself, Of Your Family, Of Your Club.
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Program Registration
Many of Wakeman’s programs have been known to fill up right away as space is limited. ALL registrations are taken
on a first come, first serve basis.
THE THREE WAYS TO REGISTER FOR MOST WAKEMAN PROGRAMS ARE:

1. ONLINE: See page 2 for additional information or consult our website.
2. IN PERSON: You can come down to the club on the day of registration (indicated on pages 4 and 5 of this book)
at 10:00am (the Club opens at 9:00am). At this time you will sign your member up, pay for the program and
receive the necessary information.
3. BY PHONE: Your child must be a current member before you may register by phone!
You can call the Club on the day of registration (indicated on pages 4 and 5 of this book) starting at 10:00am
and place your child’s name on the program reservation list. You then have 48 hours to come in and pay for the
program and receive the program guidelines.
OTHER IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW:

To register for Wakeman programs you must be a member of the Club for the 2018/2019 program year. All 2017/2018
memberships expire on August 31, 2018 and everyone must fill out a new application and pay the appropriate fee.
If you attended camp in the summer of 2018, you must renew membership for the 2018/2019 year.
n Registrations will be taken until the program is full and then a wait list will begin. No payment is required of the
members on the wait list until they are accepted into the program.
n Your child must have a current membership before you may register by phone!
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Program Registration, continued
PROGRAM REFUND POLICY/CANCELLATIONS
We understand that there are instances where participants would be entitled to a refund of fees paid. No matter how
diligently one plans their family’s and children’s activities, situations may arise that require a change. However, as an
organization, we must set guidelines that allow us to plan for our seasonal needs such as ordering equipment, supplies
and assignment of officials. All of these activities have a cost associated with them. For these reasons we have developed
the following refund policy.
Full Refund
A full refund (less a $10 administrative charge) will be given if a participant attends no practices, class, games or try-out
sessions and as long as jerseys, t-shirts or gear have not been ordered for your child. The Club must receive notice of
intent to withdraw ten (10) days before the first scheduled session. The Club Unit Director must receive notice of intent
to withdraw by email. Please allow 30 days for processing refund checks. *Membership is non-refundable and not
transferable.
Partial or Pro-rated Club Credit

Between 0-3 sessions, practices, or classes attended, we allow a partial Club credit (less a $10 administrative charge).
The pro-rated Club credit will be based on participation, individual circumstances and whether or not jerseys, t-shirts
or gear have been ordered for your child and is at the discretion of the staff. Club credits are good for one year from
date of issuance. The Club Unit Director must receive notice of intent to withdraw by email. *Membership is
non-refundable and not transferable.
No Refund
If three practices, sessions, classes or one regular season game has elapsed, then no refund will be given. If a partici-
pant is dismissed at any time for disciplinary reasons then no refund will be given.
Summer Camp Refund Policy

A full refund (less the $50 deposit) will be issued if Wakeman receives in writing your intent to withdraw before the fi-
nal camp balances are due (May 20, 2019). No refunds or credits will be issued after this date unless it is an illness or
injury in which case a doctor’s note must be provided. The Club Unit Director must receive notice of intent to withdraw
by email. Please allow 30 days for processing refund checks. *Membership is non-refundable and not transferable.
Wakeman Boys & Girls Club’s after-school activities, serving 6 through 12 year olds, is exempt from the State
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Bus Transportation to Clubhouse
Online registration begins on or after August 6th at 10:00am
Wakeman bus transportation will begin on Tuesday, September 4th to Wakeman’s Southport Clubhouse for “Open Gym”.
Bus transportation is for members in 3rd-8th grade only. “Open Gym” consists of two gyms, a gameroom,
computer lab, turf field, outdoor sport court and lounge space. There is also a homework room where children can
participate in the Power Hour homework program and receive help from staff and volunteers until 6:00pm. Open Gym
is supervised, but not structured; allowing members freedom to do what interests them. The Clubhouse is open daily
from 3:00pm-9:30pm.
Registration for after school bus transportation is online and conducted on a first come first serve basis. To
register for the bus:
n Visit our website at www.wakemanclub.org
n Click the top right corner red button “online registration”.
n Log in to your account using your email address and password
If your child is not a current Wakeman member please be sure to fill out a membership form online or at the club. The
membership fee is $130 per child. For more information regarding bus transportation please email program director
Geoff Baranger at Geoff@wakemanclub.org or by contact by phone at (203) 259-4805.
Schools:
Dwight, Burr, Fairfield Woods M.S., Jennings, Ludlowe M.S., Mill Hill, North Stratfield, Osborne Hill, Sherman, St. Thomas,
Riverfield, Southport School, Stratfield, Tomlinson M.S.
Bus Fee: A once-a-year $25 clerical fee is charged per day of week you register your child to ride the bus from school
to Wakeman's Southport Clubhouse. This fee is necessary to help Wakeman offset the substantial clerical and admin-
istrative costs incurred by Club directors and administrative staff in registering, coordinating and monitoring member
participants who utilize bus transportation from schools. The once-a-year clerical fee is $25 for a child who signs up
for bus to Club one day a week, $50 for child to ride bus to Club two days weekly, $75 for three days weekly, $100 for
four days weekly, $125 for five days weekly.
Connecticut Childcare Disclosure:

Wakeman Boys & Girls Club’s after-school program, serving 6 through 12 year olds, is exempt from the State
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Bus Transportation to Clubhouse
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my child take the bus home any day of the week they want?
Children are only allowed to take the bus on the day of the week that they have been pre-registered through Wakeman.
If your child is not scheduled to take the bus to Wakeman, but a family emergency makes it necessary for them to take
the bus to Wakeman, call the club and speak with Geoff Baranger before 12:00pm at (203) 259-4805. Transportation
will only be provided if our directors can properly communicate to the school and there is space is available on the bus.
What do I do if my child is sick and will not attend school?

When you notify school by phone to tell them that your child is sick, let them also know that your child will not take
the bus to Wakeman that day.
What should I do if I cannot pick up my child until later than expected?

Although the Clubhouse is open until 9:30pm every day, one or both gyms often close daily from 5:15pm-8:00pm for
programs while the Computer Lab and Homework Room closes at 6:00pm daily. Children who often spend a long
period of time at the club may run out of creative ways to stay busy. Parents should have two alternative people
who can pick up their child in an emergency in case parents are running late. This is also important in case your
child gets sick or hurt at the clubhouse and needs to be picked up early. Keep the phone numbers of alternative rides
in your cell phone and at work. Most children are picked up between 5:30pm and 6:30pm .
Can my child leave Wakeman without a parent?

Yes, Wakeman is a drop-in Clubhouse, meaning children can come and go as they please. Many children walk, ride
bikes, or get dropped off at the Club and some may also walk to local convenient stores. Parents should discuss their
own expectations with children to be sure they reach an understanding of family rules.
What do I do if my child is in school, but will not take bus to Wakeman?

If your child leaves school early due to illness or other reason, let the main office know that your child usually attends
Wakeman but will not attend that day.
If your child is in school at regular dismissal time but will not take bus to Wakeman, you must send a note with your
child in the morning to the school’s main office.
What happens on a half day of school?

There will be a bus available to Wakeman on scheduled half days of school (such as conference days or the day
before Thanksgiving), on unscheduled half days (due to inclement weather or other unforeseen reason), children will
be responsible for finding their own transportation home from school.
Is the Club open on snow days, days off from school and vacation weeks?
On snow days, Wakeman attempts to open the Clubhouse at 3:00pm. During severe weather, the Club may stay
closed for entire day. On scheduled days off from school and vacation weeks, Wakeman is usually open 11:00am-
9:00pm. As a member, there is no additional fee for your child to drop in on these days.
How do I contact Wakeman?

The Southport Clubhouse phone number is (203) 259-4805. Children can be reached at the Club, but the Club is a
very busy place with many children and programs taking place, so phones calls should be limited to emergencies.
Children may use the front desk phone to call their parents as needed.
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Membership
Any boy or girl between 3rd and 12th grade, regardless of age, may join Wakeman Boys & Girls Club. Memberships
are $130 per child per program year (September 1 to August 31). Memberships can be obtained at any time during
normal operating hours. Memberships may also be processed online; please refer to page 2 for directions.
Wakeman Boys & Girls Club is committed to providing high quality staff, facilities and programs for its members.
Wakeman receives income from a variety of sources including grants, special event fundraisers, annual charitable
appeal and program fees, but without these multiple sources of income, Wakeman's membership fee alone would
cost over $500 per child per year.
Wakeman offers two modern facilities at the Southport Clubhouse and the Smilow Burroughs Clubhouse in Bridgeport.
In Southport, members have access to two basketball courts, a homework room, an arts studio, a game room, a
weight training center and a technology room. Just outside the front door, there is a turf field where programs such as
lacrosse, field hockey, flag football and rugby take place. An adjacent SportCourt surface features two outdoor bas-
ketball/tennis courts. The Smilow Burroughs Clubhouse offers a basketball court, a homework room, an arts studio,
a game room, a dance studio and a technology room. Outside there is a grass play space along with access to the Cal
Ripken multi-purpose field, which is located one-quarter of mile away.
Wakeman's facilities are open daily throughout the school year and on weekends and school holidays. The member-
ship fee entitles all members to use either Club's facilities on a daily basis. Bus transportation is provided from 14
Fairfield Schools to the Southport Clubhouse and 2 schools to the Smilow Burroughs Clubhouse daily. Membership
also provides access to over 100 fee-based programs, leagues and classes including basketball, lacrosse, other sports
programs, arts programs, Keystone Club, Torch Club, After School program at Smilow Burroughs and numerous other
top-quality programs. Wakeman also offers a variety of day camps in the summer.
Club hours are posted monthly at the Club and on the Club’s website at www.wakemanclub.org. Hours vary
depending on seasonal programs and vacation periods. (Note: Memberships obtained after April 1 will be
prorated to $65. All memberships expire on August 31.)
Wakeman Boys & Girls Club’s after-school program, serving 6 through 12 year olds, is exempt from the State
MINI MEMBERSHIP
Mini membership is for 1st and 2nd graders regardless of their age. This membership entitles 1st and 2nd graders
to participate in age appropriate programs. Mini members are not eligible to participate in open gym. Membership
cards will be distributed to all participants. Cost is $30. (Note: Memberships obtained after May 1 will be prorated to
$15. These will expire on August 31.)
Memberships may be processed online. Please refer to page 2 for directions,
MEMBERSHIP CARDS
Each time a member comes to the Club, he/she must scan his/her membership card at the front desk. Lost cards will
be replaced for $5 per card.
GUEST POLICY
A member is allowed to bring one guest per visit at a cost of $5 per visit. All guests must fill out a membership
application. Children are only allowed to be a guest once. After that they are expected to become members. Guest
fees paid to Wakeman will not be added to future membership payments.
INSURANCE
Members are responsible for securing their own health and accident insurance. Wakeman will not be responsible for
injuries sustained by members as a result of their participation in Club activities.
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FINANCIAL AID
Those unable to afford membership or program fees should submit a written request to the Unit Director by completing
the financial aid application. All requests will be given careful consideration. Financial Aid requests must be
submitted at least TWO WEEKS prior to program registration date and must include copy of most recent tax
returns for each parent/guardian with partial or full custody of child, including step-parents. Additional third
party verification of financial condition may be requested.
ADULT MEMBERSHIPS
Adult memberships are available for $185. Adult memberships are required for anyone who has graduated from high school.
This allows adults to use the facility from 10am-2pm on days when school is in session from September – June. Member-
ships must be paid in full the first time adult members choose to use the facility—NO EXCEPTIONS. For more infor-
mation on adult memberships, please contact Clare Mahoney clare@wakemanclub.org or (203) 259-4805.
DATA COLLECTION
Wakeman Boys & Girls Club may collect information via online or written surveys, questionnaires, interviews, focus
groups and applications of members. The aggregated results of these analyses may be shared with Club staff, Boys &
Girls Clubs of America (BGCA), funders, and other community stakeholders to evidence program effectiveness and/
or impact on our members.
Drop-In Guidelines
UPDATED OPEN GYM SCHEDULES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE FRONT DESK
EACH MONTH OR ON THE WEBSITE AT WWW.WAKEMANCLUB.ORG
Open Gym: Is time set aside for members in 3rd-12th grade to use the facility on a drop-in basis. Members in 1st-2nd
grade may NOT participate in open gym. The club is supervised during open gym, but games and play times are not
organized. Parents should be advised that members are allowed to come and go as they wish. During open gym
at least one gym will be available to shoot around or play pick up games in. Parents are not allowed to participate in
open gym! They are encouraged to drop off their child. The times of open gym will vary depending on practice sched-
ules.
Game Room: Will be opened and supervised during designated hours for members in 3rd-12th grade. The game
room contains 1 pool table, 1 ping-pong table, 2 foose ball tables, 2 carpet bowling tables and 1 knock hockey table
and an air hockey table.
Computer Room: The Club has a number of multimedia computers available for use on a daily basis. An assortment
of games and educational programs are installed and a supervisor is always present. Computers may be used for ½
hour time slots by signing in. The computer room is open 5 days a week. The computer room hours are as follows:
Monday-Friday 3:00pm-6:00pm.
Weight Room Hours: If the Club is open, the weight room is open for high school students. Eighth grade members
who take the weight training class can use the room from 3:00pm-8:30pm on weekdays only.
Turf Field/Sport Court: Will be opened and supervised during designated hours. These hours are posted on the
website at www.wakemanclub.org. Wakeman members will be allowed to use the turf field/sport court during daylight
hours and favorable conditions at the discretion of full-time staff. On weekends, there is no supervision provided for
the turf field/sport court.
Parents are not allowed to remain in gyms/program spaces during practice or classes.
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Holiday Schedule
DAY: CLUB HOURS:
September 3 (Labor Day) Closed

September 10 (Rosh Hashanah) 11:00am-9:30pm for all members in 3rd-12th grade
September 19 (Yom Kippur) 11:00am-9:30pm for all members in 3rd-12th grade
November 6 (Election Day) 11:00am-9:30pm for all members in 3rd-12th grade
November 12 (Veterans’ Day) 11:00am-9:30pm for all members in 3rd-12th grade
November 21 Close at 5pm
November 22, 23, 24, 25 Closed
December 24, 25, 26 Closed
December 31 (New Year’s Eve) Close at 5pm
January 1 (New Year’s Day) Closed
January 21 (Martin Luther King Day) 11:00am-9:30pm for all members in 3rd-12th grade
*ON DAYS OFF FROM SCHOOL THE CLUB WILL OPEN EARLY TO CAMP GEOFF PARTICIPANTS. SEE PAGE 28 .
Inclement Weather & Snow Days

Club closings due to inclement weather will be announced on Wakeman’s Phone Center and www.wakemanclub.org.
Days in which area schools are closed due to snow, the Club will not open until 3:00pm. We advise you to call the club
first to make sure that we are open. Please call your child’s coach or check our website; click on “daily cancellations”
regarding any practice cancellations.
Club Rules
Everyone who comes to Wakeman is looking to have fun. We ask that everyone follow these simple rules to ensure
that everyone has a good time and help keep the Club safe.
EACH TIME YOU COME TO THE CLUB YOU MUST SCAN YOUR MEMBERSHIP CARD.
n Leave your hats at home.
n Have fun, be nice to everyone and play fair.
n Resolve your disagreements nonviolently and if you need help, alert a staff member.
n Walk unless you are in a gym.
n Consume all drinks in the lobby.
n Use a locker and a lock to keep your valuables safe (please use your own lock).
n Please leave hats, wallets, jewelry, watches and cash at home when you come to the Club.
n If you bring valuables with you, please leave them with the staff person on duty or lock them up.
n Wakeman cannot be held responsible for lost or stolen property!
n Sport Court and Turf Field use is allowed during daylight and favorable conditions, and/or at the discretion of
the full-time staff. Parents should talk to their children with regards to where they are allowed to play.
n Members are not allowed to “hang out” behind the building or in the wooded areas along Westford Drive, the
railroad tracks or on the I-95 exit ramp.
n Wakeman staff will not tolerate foul language, teasing, taunting, bullying, fighting, etc.
n There is no smoking anywhere on Wakeman property.
n General conduct will be closely scrutinized by our staff. One warning will be issued for inappropriate behavior
before a member is dismissed for the day or evening. Any violation of the Club rules may result in suspension
of membership privileges at the discretion of the Unit Director. Incidents deemed of a more serious nature
will be referred to the proper local authorities.
For detailed Club behaviorial policy refer to www.wakemanclub.org.
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Attention All Volunteer Coaches
Wakeman requires all coaches to submit a volunteer profile which includes background check for compliance with
BGCA. There will be a coaches workshop prior to peewee season and usually is held in late October. The workshop
aids in practice planning, rules, skill development, communication, and philosophy.
All volunteers that are interested in coaching in our basketball programs (3rd–8th grade) are required to
attend a session prior to the start of the season and submit a volunteer profile.
Coaches that attend will be added to the volunteer list and will be considered based on availability and need on an
individual basis each season.
Tentative Program date: Saturday, November 3rd from 9am-10:30am
Sponsors Needed!
Sponsorship of Wakeman teams and leagues is a great inexpensive way to advertise your business while also
helping to fund Wakeman’s extensive program offering.
When a business sponsors a team, they receive:

• Approximately a dozen children wearing your name on the back of their team t-shirts at games each weekend
and around town throughout the year.
• Your business name posted in the Wakeman gymnasium
• Your business name highlighted on the Wakeman website
• A post mentioning your business support on Wakeman’s Facebook and Twitter pages
• Recognition from hundreds of people throughout the area as a supporter of Wakeman
What is a Team Sponsorship worth? $300 will help cover the costs of a sponsorship and support all the great
programs at Wakeman Boy & Girls Club. For more information or to sponsor a team, email Clare@wakemanclub.org
or Rich@wakemanclub.org.
Want to help in different way? Wakeman is always looking for sponsors of leagues, tournaments and special
events. If your business offers a product or service that may be beneficial to Wakeman, let us know! For more
information, please contact Clare Mahoney at 203-259-4805.
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Please support our 2017-2018 Team Sponsors
BASKETBALL
Gold Sponsor
Abbey Tent & Party Rentals
Fairfield Country Day School (2)
Kasson Jewelers of Southport
Lanese Construction, Inc.
Maritime Chevrolet
Girls Junior Basketball Girls Pee Wee Basketball

Jason M. Scully, DDS, Francis J. Dart Promotions
Zaino, DDS, & Janette Black, DDS Kelly Design
Little Pub Little Pub
Melissa & Doug
Outdoor Design Landscaping, LLC
Boys Pee Wee Basketball
Adapative Wealth Management
Red Baker 4 on 4 Basketball
Brody Wilkinson Attorneys at Law
Abbey Tent & Party Rentals
Fairfield Country Day School
Cardinal Education Consulting
Fairfield County Orthodontics
Lanese Construction, Inc.
Lajoie’s Recyclers
OrthoConnecticut
Little Pub
Maritime Chevrolet
Boys Junior Basketball
Melissa & Doug
J & S Sweet Success
Michael Smith Architects
Kasson Jewelers of Southport
PT + Physical Therapy
Little Pub
Sammy’s Southport Pizza & Grill
Melissa & Doug
The Russell Insurance Agency, LLC
2017/2018 DAY FOR KIDS SPONSOR

Gold Sponsor
Essex Financial
Silver Sponsor
People’s United Bank
Contributing Sponsors
Billy’s Bakery
Garelick &Herbs
Professional Physical Therapy
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Basketball Leagues & Programs
GIRLS JUNIOR BASKETBALL GRADES 6–8 $90
ONLINE REGISTRATION–ON OR AFTER AUGUST 9th
Girls will be split into two separate leagues. One league is for 6th grade girls and another for 7th & 8th grade girls.
Teams will be coached by volunteer coaches who have successfully completed the Wakeman Coaches Certi-
fication course. Course dates are listed in this book. Each team will be given one hour of gym time during the week
for practice and play an eight game schedule (dates listed below). Every girl who is accepted in the program will be
assigned to a team based on a skill evaluation. Evaluations of the players’ abilities and size are used to make the
teams balanced (this is not a tryout). Evaluation dates are listed below. Team roster/practice time placement will
be posted at www.wakemanclub.org by Friday, September 7th. Program begins September 10th.
Players and parents are responsible for checking website for team placement!
All teams begin practice the week of September 10th.
For the 16th year, 6th grade girls will participate in a program sponsored by Boys & Girls Club of America called
Quick SMART! This is a prevention program to help young athletes deal with the decisions and pressures to use
alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. The program will also discuss the effects on their athletic performances. More
detailed information will be sent out at registration.
Practice will begin the week of September 10th. Game dates: Saturdays, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3
and 11/10. Grade 6 will likely play at 3:15, 4:30, 5:45 or 7:00. Grades 7/8 will likely play at 2:15, 3:30, 4:45, 6:00 or 7:15.
Practice Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Times subject 6:15–7:15 pm 5:30–6:30 pm 5:15–6:15 pm 6:15–7:15 pm 5:30–6:30 pm
to change. 6:30–7:30 pm 6:15–7:15 pm
7:30–8:30 pm
ALL GIRLS MUST ATTEND ONE EVALUATION!

Evaluation Dates 6th Graders 7th/8th Graders
Tuesday, September 4 5:30–6:15 pm 6:30–7:15 pm
Wednesday, September 5 5:30–6:15 pm 6:30–7:15 pm
Thursday, September 6 5:30–6:15 pm
FALL BOYS SENIOR LEAGUE NEW! 3 on 3 FORMAT GRADES 9-12 $75

High school students will be able to submit their own teams consisting of 5 players for a 3 on 3 format. The season
consists of eight games (each team will play one, possibly two games per week). Players will receive a shirt at their
first game. The games will begin September 17th and end by November 15th. Rosters/schedules will be posted at
www.wakemanclub.org by September 14th. Players are responsible for checking the website for team and game info.
Registration begins August 14th by phone or in person. All players must have current memberships. There will be no
games Columbus Day Weekend October 7/8.
Possible Senior League Game Times and Days:
Sunday 4:45 pm45ay 5:45 pm4 7:00 pm 8:00 pmpmay

Monday 7:30 pm 8:30 pm
Wednesday 7:30 pm 8:30 pm
Thursday 7:30 pm 8:30 pm
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Basketball Leagues & Programs, continued
PEE WEE BASKETBALL LEAGUE GRADES 3-5 $100
ONLINE REGISTRATION–ON OR AFTER SEPTEMBER 6th
This league will focus on skill development (and as the season goes on), skill enhancement. Players are placed on
teams based on skill level and availability. Teams will be coached by volunteer coaches who have successfully
completed the Wakeman Coaches Certification Course. Course dates are listed in this book. The 3rd grade division
shoots at 9 ft. baskets. The 4th and 5th graders shoot at 10 ft. baskets. All Pee Wee leagues play with an intermediate
sized ball.
The difference between Wakeman’s Pee Wee league and most others is that the Wakeman coaches and staff will
divide each team into two squads: “Starters” and “Finishers”. “Finishers” are players who are more experienced
and only play against other “Finishers” while “Starters” are players who are less experienced or beginners, and play
against other “Starters”. Each player must attend an evaluation. Evaluation dates will be available after registration.
Practice begins the week of November 12th and is held Monday-Friday primarily between 5:00pm & 8:45pm. Players
will be assigned to a team and a one-hour weekly practice time based on skill level, availability and the school your
child attends. A detailed information packet will be mailed out after registration. This will include practice time
options, a conflict sheet, a volunteer coaching form and more information about the program.
Each team will play 9 games on the following weekends: November 17/18, December 1/2, 8/9, 15/16, January 5/6,
12/13, 19/20, 26/27.
League Game Times Day

3rd Grade Boys between 8:30 am & 1:30 pm Saturdays
3rd Grade Girls between 10:00 am & 2:00 pm Saturdays
4th Grade Boys between 8:30 am & 2:30 pm Saturday/Sunday
4th Grade Girls between 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm Saturdays
5th Grade Boys between 9:00 am & 6:00 pm Sundays
5th Grade Girls between 9:00 am & 2:00 pm Saturdays
RED BAKER 4 ON 4 SENIOR LEAGUE GRADES 9-12 $80

ONLINE REGISTRATION–ON OR AFTER DECEMBER 6th
This league is for boys who are not playing on their high school basketball team this year. There is a league for 9th
graders and another for 10th-12th graders. Teams will be arranged by Wakeman staff and coached by player/captains
whose main responsibility is to provide playing time for all players. There are no practices. Shirts will be given to players
at the first game. Games begin January 2nd and end by March 17th. Games will be played on Sundays between 3:00
& 9:30; Mondays, Wednesdays or Thursdays at 7:30 & 8:30. Frosh play on Wednesdays. Schedules and rosters will be
posted on www.wakemanclub.org by December 28th. Registration begins: December 6th online.
BOYS JUNIOR BASKETBALL GRADES 6-8 $90

ONLINE REGISTRATION–ON OR AFTER NOVEMBER 15th
The Boys Junior League is split into three divisions (one for each grade). Players are placed on teams based on skill
level and availability by Wakeman staff. Teams are assigned one hour of practice time per week. Practices are held
Monday-Friday between 5:15 and 8:30 beginning the week of February 4th. The players will follow an eight game
schedule. The 6th/7th grade divisions will play the majority of their games on Saturdays between 8:30am and
6:30pm. The 8th grade division will play the majority of their games on Sundays between 9:00am and 7:00pm. Game
weekends include February 9/10, 23/24, March 2/3, 9/10, 16/17, 23/24, 30/31 and April 6/7. Teams will be coached
by volunteer coaches who have successfully completed the Wakeman Coaches Certification Course. Course
dates are listed in this book. Please take into consideration when registering, that any school teams or other leagues
players may participate (which may interfere with your child’s Wakeman commitment). A more detailed information
packet including exact practice time options, conflict sheet, volunteer coaching form, and league information will be
mailed after registration.
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Basketball Clinics and Tournaments
PRE-SEASON PEEWEE CLINIC GRADES 3–5 $30
REGISTRATION BEGINS AUGUST 29th at 10:00 am
Wakeman Program Director Rich Lee will work with 3-5th graders on the fundamentals of the game. Ball-handling,
passing and shooting along with defensive skills and basic rules to ease them into the first few weeks of the season.
Clinic will be held September 19th from 9:30-10:45am.
BASKETBALL SKILL BUILDING GRADES 3–5 $60

Skill Building class is a series of four clinics for 3rd-5th grade beginners and those with very little basketball experience.
Areas of concentration include: rules, ball handling, lay-ups, and defense. As children improve, so will their self-con-
fidence just in time for Pee Wee season. Clinics will be held for four weeks: Registration begins August 15th. Skill
building clinics will meet from 4:00pm-5:15pm.
3rd Grade 4th/5th Grade
Tuesdays, September 18th-October 9th Wednesdays, September 26th-October 17th
6th-8th Grade Travel Basketball

Tryouts will take place September 23-October 3. Players must be residents of Fairfield. Candidates are encouraged
to attend all evaluations. Two practices a week will start the first week in November. Each team will play 20-25 games,
most played on weekends. The season concludes in mid-March. Questions regarding the travel program can be di-
rected to Glen Colello at glen@wakemanclub.org.
SB=Smilow-Burroughs WG=Warren Gym, Southport RB=Red Baker Gym, Southport

Boys 6th Sept. 26 7:00-8:30pm RB Oct. 1 7:00-8:30pm RB Oct. 7 2:00-3:30pm WG
Boys 7th Sept. 30 12:15-1:45pm WG Oct. 5 7:30-9:00pm WG Oct. 7 3:45-5:15pm WG
Boys 8th Sept. 28 7:30-9:00pm WG Sept. 30 3:45-5:15pm WG Oct. 7 10:30am-12pm WG
Girls 6th/7th Sept. 24 7:00-8:30pm RB Sept. 30 5:30-7:00pm WG Oct. 7 12:30-2:00pm WG
Girls 8th Sept. 30 2:00-3:30pm WG Oct. 3 7:00-8:30pm RB Oct. 7 12:15-1:45pm WG
TRAVEL BASKETBALL RULES

1. Eligibility: Participation in the Wakeman Travel Basketball program is open to all boys and girls, grades 6-8 who
are residents of the town of Fairfield. Students may tryout only for their grade appropriate team. There are also
age restrictions (a limit of 3 players born prior to September 1 of the appropriate year for the grade).
2. Number of Teams: Wakeman will field one team for each grade, 6, 7, 8, for boys and for girls one team of 6/7th
girls and one for 8th grade girls.
3. Number of Players per Team: Travel teams will consist of 10 players.
4. Player Selection Process: Travel basketball is a competitive program. Competition begins with player evaluations
as only 10 players will be selected for each team. Prior year’s participation does not guarantee selection in the current
year. Selection is always a difficult process. Selection for a team is based on the rankings and skill assessments
of non-parental, basketball knowledgeable neutral evaluators. Players will be evaluated through a series of drills
and scrimmages on their individual physical athletic abilities, basketball skills, scrimmage play, aggressiveness,
potential and sportsmanship in addition to their general behavior and conduct during the selection process. Team
skills and quality of overall contribution to team play will also be considered. Selection is based solely on a player’s
performance during the selection sessions (typically two practice sessions). In the event that an exceptionally
large number of players participate at the tryout, Glen has the option of making a first cut after the initial tryout as
well as adding an additional try-out.
5. Commitment: All players and their parents are asked to make an extraordinary commitment to the travel teams,
including attendance at all practices and games. Practices are generally twice a week on weeknights and there
may be anywhere from 20 to 25+ games in the course of a season. If a player is unable to make the required
commitment, he/she should not participate in tryouts potentially depriving another player who is willing
to make the commitment to the team.
6. Registration Fee is $500. Once selected, players have 48 hours to accept position and make payment.
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Wakeman Fall Lacrosse — Boys & Girls
2018 Rhino Academy Skills Training
BOYS GRADES 1–8 $195/$225
ONLINE REGISTRATION–ON OR AFTER JULY 16th
Rhino is back! Our fall clinics are designed to provide drills for players of all skill levels. The clinics run six weeks from
early September through late October. Stations will be set up as well to provide instruction on offensive and defensive
skills as well as fast breaks, riding and clearing. Sessions will be run and coached by current high school coaches and
former NCAA players.
Grades Time Fee Dates

1st/2nd Grade 11:00am–12:15pm $195 Sundays:
September 9th, 16th, 23rd,
3rd/4th Grade 12:15pm–1:30pm $195
October 7th, 14th, 21st
5th/6th Grade 1:30pm–3:00pm $225 NO CLINIC SEPTEMBER 30th
7th/8th Grade 3:00pm–4:30pm $225 (BIGELOW TEA RACE)
Boys Equipment: Helmet, Shoulder Pads, Gloves, Arm Pads, Stick, Mouth Guard, Rubber Cleats or Sneakers, Athletic
Supporter. NO MOUTH GUARD=NO PARTICIPATION
2018 Girls Gamebreaker Academy

GIRLS GRADES 1–8 $195/$225
ONLINE REGISTRATION—ON OR AFTER JULY 16th
Gamebreaker will be back this fall to run the 2018 GameBreaker Academy for Girls in grades 1-8. Girls who participate will
be split up into groups based on age and ability. The clinic will focus on the basic fundamentals of the game and will feature
a scrimmage each week to work on game situational training and lacrosse IQ. Coaching staff will be led by current high
school coaches and former NCAA players. All clinics will be held on Wakeman’s Turf Field.
Grades Time Fee Dates

1st-4th Grade 11:15am-12:45pm $195 Saturdays:
September 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
5th/6th Grade 12:45pm-2:15pm $225
October 6th, 13th
7th/8th Grade 2:15pm-3:45pm $225
Girls Equipment: Cage Goggles and Mouth Guard. NO MOUTH GUARD=NO PARTICIPATION
Special Note:
Fall lacrosse players are not required to be current 2018-2019 Wakeman members in order to participate in the 2018
Rhino Academy Skills Training for boys or the Fall 2018 GameBreaker Academy for girls. This is in an effort to provide
the best possible product on the field while keeping the cost down to a reasonable level. Registration for both members
and non-members can be done online at www.wakemanclub.org beginning July 16th at 10:00am. If you have any ques-
tions regarding this matter, please email geoff@wakemanclub.org.
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Field Hockey Clinics
GRADES 5–8 $70 Registration begins August 1st at 10:00am
This fall, Wakeman will offer members the opportunity to participate in field hockey. This six week program will give girls
an exciting chance to experience the sport. The goal is to expose girls to a new sport, in which they will be able to enjoy for
years to come. During each session, participants will be taught the basic fundamentals of field hockey, while learning the
rules of the game. Beginners welcome and encouraged to join! Sessions will be coached by current high school players.
First 30 girls to join will be allowed to borrow a stick!
Grade Time Dates—Sundays

5th–8th Grade 4:00-5:15pm September 9th, 16th, 23rd, October 7th, 14th, 21st
NO CLINIC SEPTEMBER 30th (BIGELOW TEA RACE)
Equipment Needed: Cage goggles (same as girls lacrosse), mouth guards, shin guards and a field hockey stick.
The first 30 girls who register will be allowed to borrow a stick. If you would like to borrow a stick you must email
geoff@wakemanclub.org to reserve one.
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Yoga Classes
YOUTH YOGA GRADES 3-8 $60
Is your child ready to stretch and bend while relaxing their mind and body in a fun and light atmosphere? An instructor
who specializes in Children’s Yoga will lead the class each week with different themes and introduce music and props to
stimulate participants. Members will strengthen their self-confidence and increase their self-esteem while developing
patience and learning skills to relax and concentrate. Classes will be held on Mondays from 4:30pm to 5:30pm.
Session I will be held September 17th–October 22nd. Session II will be held October 29th–December 10th (no class
November 12th). All flexibility levels are encouraged to participate at their own comfort level. If enough members sign
up, we will start a second class from 5:45-6:45. Registration begins for Session 1 on August 14th and begins September
25th for session 2. Registrations can be completed over the phone.
ADULTS (ALL CLASSES AT WAKEMAN)

Hatha/Iyengar Style
Benefits of Yoga: Joints maintain their suppleness, reduce stress, improve concentration and balance, relieve depression,
soothe and calm nervous system, strengthen body, reduces osteoporosis, detoxify the body. It also enhances breathing
and sense of well-being. It quiets the mind and helps let go of worries. It helps maintain a sense of living in the present, and
puts less focus on the past and future. (All flexibility levels are encouraged to participate at their own comfort level.)
September/October Session $130 (17 classes)

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00am-10:00am: September 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27; October 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30
November/December Session $115 (13 classes)

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00am-10:00am: November 1, 8, 13, 15, 20, 27, 29 December 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20
No Class November 6th, 22nd
January/February Session $130 (17 classes)

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00am-10:00am: January 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31; February 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28
No Class January 1st
• A drop in rate of $10 will apply to anyone new to the Wakeman program. Participants may only drop in one time
before they have to commit to the program fee which can be prorated if they join mid-session.
• 5 class punch cards will also be offered for those who do not want to commit to the full two month session.
Participants can attend any five classes during the session for $75. Registration is ongoing and punch cards will
be available at the front desk.
Yoga Instructor Bio:

Nicole Metchick is a certified yoga instructor through Yoga Alliance (RYTs), and she has also taught Prenatal and
Postnatal Yoga for several years following a Yale-affiliated Dancing Thru Pregnancy program. Nicole teaches a rhythmic
and sometimes vigorous Vinyasa style class that emphasizes the importance of fluid movement linked closely to
pranayama (breath awareness). Nicole’s creative sequencing and intelligent alignment, encourages physical stability,
increases flexibility, and enhances the body’s natural detoxification process. Nicole has a technical approach to the
postures, affirming one’s commitment to practice and offering a mindful approach to living that is evident both on
and off the mat. Her distinctive style synchronizes breath with movement which she believes brings the transformative
qualities of yoga and healthful living to the forefront.
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Sports, Fitness & Recreation Programs
FLAG FOOTBALL GRADES 3-5/6-8 $70
The Flag Football league will kick-off with a bang this year! Games will be held on Tuesdays for grades 3-5 from 4:30-
5:30 and Wednesdays for 6-8th graders from 3:45pm-4:45pm and 4:45pm-5:45pm. The last two weeks will be playoffs.
Every team will make the playoffs, season record will determine playoff rankings. Game schedules will be made avail-
able after evaluations. See evaluations/program dates below. Every player must attend an evaluation! Registration for
both grades begins August 8th.
Age Group Evaluations (mandatory) Program Dates/Times

Grades 3-5 Tuesday, September 4th Tuesdays at 4:30pm
4:30-5:30pm September 11, 18, 25; October 2, 9, 16, 23
Grades 6-8 Wednesday, September 5th Wednesdays at 3:45pm or 4:45pm

3:45pm-4:45pm September 12, 26; October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
SPEED TRAINING GRADES 6–8 BOYS/GIRLS $100

Wakeman Boys & Girls Club is offering the opportunity for members in 6th-8th grade to be a part of a program that
will focus on getting in shape and maintain your fitness levels. Certified personal trainers will teach members how to
get in shape by providing a variety of fitness activities, healthy nutritional guidelines, and running programs. Members
can set goals which they can keep track of as they progress through the sessions in turn improving their self-confidence
and esteem. Trainers will assist in a hardworking but fun venture promoting healthy habits that will last a lifetime.
Classes will be held Tuesdays from 3:45pm-5:00pm, September 25th-November 20th. No class on November 6th.
Registration is done over the phone beginning August 30th.
CONDITIONING 101 GRADES 8–10 $60

This is an instructional class for 8-10th graders looking to take the next step in weight training. If your child is considering
playing a fall or winter sport this is the motivation they’ll want! The class will focus on training every major group in the
body and the best way to go about it. Participants will not just learn the proper ways of weight lifting they will learn how to
build and maintain muscle. Classes will be held Thursdays, November 1st-December 13th from 4:00pm-5:15pm. There will
be no class on November 22nd. Registration begins Thursday, September 6th at 10:00am over the phone or in person.
WEIGHT TRAINING GRADE 8 $10

Instructional classes are offered to 8th graders only. The session covers proper lifting techniques and workout methods
on the machines in the weight room. The class also features a discussion portion on the benefits of a healthy diet and
good nutrition. Once this course is completed 8th grade members are allowed to use the weight room. Classes will be
held on September 14th and October 26th from 4:15pm-5:15pm in the weight room. Registration begins in person or
over the phone Wedneday, August 29th.
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Sports, Fitness & Recreation Programs, cont.
TENNIS GRADES 3–6 $ 90
This tennis program uses features from the USTA’s 10 and Under Tennis program. With 10 and Under Tennis, balls
bounce lower, don't move as fast through the air and are easier to hit. Tennis racquets are sized for small hands, and
courts are smaller and easier to cover. By using this format, the benefits are immediate, and within a short time kids
are rallying, playing games, and wanting to play even more tennis. Tennis Pro Pam Reiss will lead instruction for each
session. Classes will be held Thursdays, September 13th-October 18th. 3rd/4th grade will meet from 4:15pm-5:15pm
and 5th/6th grade from 5:15pm-6:15pm. Registration will begin over the phone or in person Thursday, August 16th.
NEW! TOUGH GIRL GRADES 3–5 and 6–8 (Girls Only) $ 60

Join our new fitness program designed for girls in grades 6-8. The first 30 minutes of each session will cover strategies
to improve and maintain a healthy lifestyle, including nutrition, peer pressure, body image, exercise and athletics.
Activities will include Yoga, Zumba, Group Fitness Routines and Healthy Lifestyle Strategies. The program for grades
6-8 will be held on Wednesdays, November 7th-December 12th from 3:45pm-5:00pm. Registration begins October
2nd at 10:00am. Grades 3-5 will be on Tuesdays 4:30pm-5:45pm November 13th-December 18th.
KICKBALL LEAGUE BOYS/GIRLS GRADES 3–5 $60

Wakeman members are welcome to form their own team consisting of 6-8 players to vie for the newly formed Wakeman
Kickball Championship. There will be an evaluation Monday, September 17th at 4:30pm. Once teams are made, games
will be played Mondays at 4:30pm-5:30pm beginning September 24th-October 29th. All players must be current
members. Registration begins August 13th.
WIFFLE BALL GRADES 6–8 $60

Join Wakeman for the annual Wiffle Ball League! Players can form their own team of 3-5 players to compete for the
championship! We will be playing with Standard Wiffle Ball Rules and all games will be played on the Wakeman Turf Field.
There will be a mandatory evaluation for all players Thursday, September 6th at 4:30pm. Games are played on
Thursdays at 4:30pm-5:30pm beginning September 13th-October 18th. Registration begins August 9th.
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Sports, Fitness & Recreation Programs, cont.
Mini-Member Programs
SMALL FRY FRIDAY GRADES 1–2 $30
This program is a chance for all our “small fries” to participate in supervised athletic games in a friendly environment.
Small Fry Friday will be divided into two sessions consisting of three Friday dates. Classes will meet from 4:15pm–
5:30pm. Registration begins August 17th.
Session I September 14, 21 & 28

Session II October 5, 12 & 19
GIRLS “R” US GRADES 1–2 $70

This six week program will introduce girls to activities such as yoga, cheerleading, sports, and dancing. Guest instruc-
tors along with high school staff will give the girls an opportunity to have a good experience with many of these high
paced activities. The girls will be able to develop confidence, while engaging in physical activity with their peers. Classes
will be held on Thursdays, October 4th-November 8th from 4:00pm-5:15pm. Registration begins September 5th.
FRIDAY CREW Grades 1–2 $30

Don’t waste the winter days away, come down to Wakeman and join in on the fun! Our Keystoners will host a class for
1st/2nd grade members that will be sure to start any weekend right. This program will take place in our Art Room, where
we will transform this space into a mini-gym type setting for dodgeball and athletics, have fun with a variety of messy
experiments, and even test your taste buds with some edible challenges. Classes will meet on Fridays, from 4:15pm-
5:15pm
Session I (Boys Only) November 30; December 7, 14

Session II (Girls Only) January 4, 11, 18
MUNCHKIN MADNESS GRADES 1–2 $25

The Torch Club (7th/8th grade Club Community Service Group) will accept 30 participants into this session. They will split
the children into three groups of 10. Two Torch Clubbers will coach each group. They will explain games such as capture the
flag, dodgeball, sharks & minnows, speedball, tennis baseball, and more! The Torch Club members will stress the impor-
tance of sportsmanship and ensure that everyone is having fun! There will be time spent in the game room as well.
This class will meet on Tuesdays and run from 4:00pm–5:15pm.
Session I January 8, 15, 22

Session II January 29; February 5, 12
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Art Classes
FINE ARTS EXHIBIT GRADES 1–12 FREE
Each year Wakeman showcases the artistic talents of our members in conjunction with Boys & Girls Club of America’s
Fine Arts Exhibit. The exhibit is a program designed to promote creativity using various media and to encourage artistic
skills and cultural enrichment. Last year over 300 young artists entered 425 pieces of art. Wakeman had six pieces at the
Regional level in Vermont move on to the National Fine Art Exhibit in Atlanta, GA. Log onto www.bgca.org to view the works
of the national winners. Dates for the exhibit will be announced closer to the event.
ART MASTERS GRADES 3–5 $60

Come and show your artistic side! Members will explore a variety of creative materials and techniques such as: drawing,
printing, painting, sculpting and more. Children will develop their art-making skills each week by learning about different
artists and fashioning their own masterpieces. Each member will be given a set of art tools to use through-out the class
that they will take home at the end of the end of the session! Come and show your artistic side! Classes will meet on
Wednesday, September 12th – October 24th from 4:15pm-5:30pm.
CREATIVE KIDS GRADES 1–2 $60

Young members in this class will explore different mediums each week as they create weekly masterpieces in our
Studio Gallery. Each participant will be given a personal set of art tools to use throughout the program that will be
theirs to keep! Classes will be held on Tuesdays, September 18th-October 23rd from 4:15pm-5:30pm.
CARTOONING GRADES 3–8 $30

If you can hold a pencil, you can start drawing great cartoon characters right away! You just have to learn how! In this
class, we will use step-by-step methods to learn how to cartoon heads, eyes, bodies, clothing and more. Each session
will consist of 3 classes where members will learn how to draw a different cartoon character whether it’s from a popular
animated show, film, book or even video game. Classes will meet Mondays from 4:15pm to 5:30pm, November 5th-
December 10th.
CHEFS AND CANVASES GRADES 1–2 & 3–5 $20/class

During these one day events, members will not only create a theme inspired canvas to take home, but they will also
create special appetizers to take nibble on during class. Painters can expect to take home one canvas and leave the
crumbs behind. Classes will meet from 4:15pm-6:15pm.
Registration Date Grade Program Date

September 5 1st & 2nd Thursday, September 13
October 4 6th–8th Friday, October 26
November 9 3rd–5th Thursday, November 29
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Educational Development
BABYSITTING/CPR GRADES 6–8 $75
The “super sitters” class will allow all participants to become fully certified in infant, child, and adult CPR. The class
will be taught by a registered nurse and will meet on Thursdays, October 4th-November 8th from 4:00pm-6:15pm. In
order to become certified, it is mandatory that members attend all 6 classes. It is very important for members to pay
serious attention during every class. This is an excellent class for our young babysitters.
OPEN RESUME NIGHT GRADES 10–12 Free

Starting the college application process? Feeling a little lost? Come down to Wakeman and get some tips on how to
set up your resume, brush up your interview skills and get a head start on the college process. This is a free program,
offered to members and non-members. Youth will be able to sit with a professional for 20 minutes between 5:30pm
and 8:30pm on Thursday, September 13th and gain assistance building resumes, developing college essays or gaining
interview experience. This is a one night event and spots are limited so sign up fast! Please call the Club to register.
S.T.E.M. Programming
WEIRD SCIENCE GRADES 6–8 $60
Members will explore different science experiments that will help them measure action, reaction, and results in this new
class. Activities during this class will include making and racing balloon cars, testing our own volcanic eruptions with
various edible products, creating our own glow sticks and much, much more. Members will learn to use their own back-
yard as a science lab in this new class. Classes will meet on Mondays, September 17th – October 22nd from 4:00pm-
5:15pm.
LEGO ROBOTICS GRADES 3–5 $60

This new program will introduce younger members to real-world engineering challenges by building LEGO-based
robots to complete tasks on a thematic playing surface. Over the course of 6 classes, you (YES YOU!) will have built
your own robot with a small group of friends and programmed it to dance around the room. Classes will meet from
4:15pm-5:30pm on Wednesday, November 14th-December19th.
THE IMPOSSIBLE COOKING SERIES–NEW! GRADES 6–8 $40

During this new cooking series, young chefs will be participating in weekly cooking challenges that will introduce them
to new foods in a fun way while working with their peers as the clock counts down. This new program will help members
practice basic math, reading and time telling skills while also gaining an understanding of sequencing. For 3 classes,
chefs will select a bag of mystery themed ingredients and cooking assignments that they will have to complete with
the help of their peers. Classes will meet on Fridays, November 2nd-November 16th from 4:00pm-5:30pm..
NEW! SPACE IS THE PLACE GRADES 1–2 $60

In this program members will learn all about the vast abyss we call Space. Members will explore different science
experiments that will help them understand space travel and our exciting solar system. Activities in program camp
will include learning how to build a functional rocket, create a space craft, design their own galaxy, star gazing and a
hunt for aliens. Members will learn how to turn everyday objects into space exploration tools. Classes will be held on
Tuesdays, November 13th-December 18th from 4:15 to 5:30 pm.
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One Day Activities
CAMP GEE-OFF GRADES 1–5 $60/day
Join Program Director Gee-off on your day-off! A typical day’s schedule will include morning games, competitions,
sports and activities at the club, which includes snack, followed by lunch (also included) followed by a field trip in the
afternoon for 3-5th grade campers or a special guest at the clubhouse for 1st and 2nd grade campers!
Date Time Grade Afternoon Trip Registration

September 10 9:00am-5:00pm 3–5 Rock N' Jump August 7
November 6 9:00am-5:00pm 3–5 Nutmeg Bowling September 12
December 28 9:00am-5:00pm 3–5 Adventure Park at Discovery Museum September 12
December 31 9:00am-5:00pm 3–5 Rock N' Jump September 12
February 15 9:00am-5:00pm 3–5 Laser Tag Sports Center of CT December 11
Date Time Grade Afternoon Guest Registration

September 19 9:00am-5:00pm 1–2 Curious Creatures August 7
December 27 9:00am-5:00pm 1–2 Rolling Video Games of NE September 12
January 21 9:00am-5:00pm 1–2 Red Supreme DJ December 11
February 18 9:00am-5:00pm 1–2 Danny the Magician December 11
GUY’S NIGHT OUT GRADES 3–5 $20

A night out with the guys is just what this program calls for. During this event, Keystoners will entertain members in gym
games, relay races, tournaments and more! This event will be held on Monday, November 5th from 6:30pm-8:30pm.
Dinner will be served.
KID’S NIGHT OUT GRADES 3–5 $25

During this night of fun, Keystoners will entertain members in games like dodgeball, kickball, relay races, gameroom
tournaments and more! This event will be held on September 18th from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Pizza will be served.
DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT GRADES 4–5 $15 per player

Wakeman will hold its 14th annual Dodgeball Tournament. Members are asked to gather a team of five or six players.
Players will participate in a round-robin double elimination tournament, which will take place in the Warren Gymnasium.
To register please fill out a registration form beginning October 9th, located at the front desk. All participants will
SNOWBALL DANCE GRADES 4-6 $10 plus a donation of school supplies

A winter dance organized and chaperoned by the Torch Club. The dance will be on Friday, January 25th from 7:00pm-
9:00pm. Events for the night will include music dancing, food, dodgeball, capture the flag, two ball and a dancing contest.
LETTERS TO SANTA GRADES 1 & 2 $25

Come join the Wakeman Torch Club for a night of holiday cheer as we host Letters to Santa. Participants will write
their own letter to Santa, enjoy a holiday arts and crafts project, and finish watching a holiday movie. Holiday treats
and Santa’s favorite, cookies and milk will be served! Each participant will also receive a little surprise from Santa!
The event will be held on December 12th from 3:45pm-6:00pm.
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One Day Activities, continued
BIRTHDAY PARTIES GRADES 1-5 $225
The following are the dates and times for available Birthday parties.
September 29 10am–12pm October 7 12pm–2pm October 21 10am–12pm

September 29 12pm–2pm October 13 10am–12pm October 21 12pm–2pm
October 6 10am–12pm October 13 12pm–2pm October 27 10am–12pm
October 6 12pm–2pm October 20 10am–12pm October 27 12pm–2pm
October 7 10am–12pm October 20 12pm–2pm
Birthday Parties at Wakeman are special because we offer so few. We apologize to everyone who cannot be accom-
modated, but the times listed above are the only available slots based on gym availability. Registration can be done
over the phone at 10am on August 24th or you can call the Club beginning at 11am to select your party date.
Children in grades 1-5 are eligible for a party! All parties cost $225, last 2 hours and will be held in either gym.
Keystoners will entertain partygoers for 1.5 hours and supply you with a room for cake and help with clean up.
Popular activities include Capture the Flag, Dr. Dodge Ball, Basketball and soccer—other activities are also welcome.
Parents are responsible to bring everything needed for the party: food, drink, candles, matches, paper products, and
utensils! A maximum of 25 children are allowed including siblings. No helium balloons please!
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Character and Leadership Development
SOUTHPORT TORCH CLUB GRADES 7-8 $70 (includes sweatshirt)
Torch Club is a leadership group and service club for boys and girls in 7th or 8th grade. Torch Club is a powerful
vehicle, which club staff can help meet the special character development needs of younger adolescents at a critical
stage in their development. Torch Club members learn to elect officers and work together to implement activities in
four areas: Service to Club and Community, Education, Health and Fitness, and Social Recreation.
Requirements: Members are required to attend two meetings a month and perform two hours of Club or community
service, per month from October-June. They will also be required to complete one hour of scorekeeping during
December and January during Wakeman’s busiest basketball season, totaling three hours per month. These hours
are completed through projects that Torch Club members and advisors plan.
TORCH CLUB APPLICATION PROCESS

Please read directions and follow closely!
• Anyone interested in joining Torch Club (including returning members from 2017-2018) must complete the following
requirements and return to Wakeman by Wednesday, September 12, 2018. No applications will be accepted after
September 12th. Participating in the application process does not guarantee acceptance into Torch Club. Submit
completed handwritten Torch Club Application by September 12, 2018. Questions are located on following page.
• Interview–Each new applicant will be asked to set up an interview time when they drop their application off. The
interview schedule will be available at the front desk on September 4th. Interviews will take place between September
17th and September 26th.
• After review of applications and interviews, a list of accepted Torch Club members will be posted on September 28th
at 6:30pm. The first Southport Torch meeting will take place September 30th at 6:00 pm.
Upon acceptance into the Torch Club, members are required to bring a $70.00 check to the first meeting and have an
updated 2018-2019 membership. Please make sure that you will be able to fulfill the commitment of attending meetings
and completing all the volunteer hours of Club/Community Service.
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Torch Club Application
MUST BE SUBMITTED BY SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Name: Applicants Email:
Address: Sweatshirt Size
Town: Zip: Embroidered Name:
Home Phone: Parents Cell Phone: Parents Email:
Were you a Member of Torch Club last year? Yes No
Torch Club Application Questions — NEEDS TO BE HANDWRITTEN

Please complete the following questions in four to six sentences —Be creative!
1) Why would you like to become a Torch Club member?
2) How would your family and friends describe you?
3) In what way do you think you and the Torch Club could give back to the community?
(Please do not use a fundraising idea such as car washes, bake sales, etc.)
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Character and Leadership Development
SOUTHPORT KEYSTONE CLUB GRADES 9-12 $70 (includes sweatshirt fee)
Keystone Club is the Boys & Girls Club Movement’s most dynamic teen program. Keystone Clubs are chartered lead-
ership and service clubs for boys and girls ages 14-18 designed to develop good character and help members grow to
become productive, responsible adults. Keystoners elect officers and implement their own service projects in three core
areas: Character and Leadership, Service to Club and Community, Education & Career Exploration. Keystone Clubs are
designed to help teen members become more productive citizens and leaders. Each year, Keystoners develop a National
Keystone Project which is the combined action of hundreds of local Keystone Clubs resulting in a service project with a
national scope.
To help members further develop their leadership skills and understand the broader scope of service, Keystone Club
members annually have the opportunity to attend Regional and National Conferences with teens from around the globe.
Teens can be nominated to steering committees that help organize these Conferences.
We are excited to announce that Wakeman’s Keystone has experienced an upgrade. We have revamped our program in
an effort to include more teens, diversify our service projects and provide teens with greater leadership opportunities.
As a result of these changes, we are asking that all of those interested in being a part of Keystone next year attend our
Open House to learn more about the program and our requirements.
Any applicant, returning or new, is asked to attend ONE Open House date. If an applicant is unable to attend one
of these dates, please contact Maria Cimina at maria@wakemanclub.org or call (203) 259-4805 for information
but applications will be available online on September 7th.
HOW TO JOIN:
Returning and new applicants can attend (not mandatory) an Open House on one of the following dates:
• Tuesday, August 28th at 2:00pm
• Thursday, September 6th at 6:30pm
Applications will be handed out at these events and will be available online on Tuesday, September 7th, at
www.wakemanclub.org.
Submit your application by Friday, September 14th at 9:30pm; in person or online to maria@wakemanclub.org
Interviews will be required for new Keystone applicants; returning members are are not required to interview.
Parents are additionally invited to sit in and learn about the changes to this year’s Keystone program.
Our first full meeting will be held Sunday, September 23rd at 6pm.
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Wakeman Outreach at McKinley
McKinley Elementary School • 60 Thompson Street, Fairfield
Since 2005, the Outreach at McKinley has provided after-school programs for McKinley’s diverse student population and
volunteer opportunities for high school students. The Outreach focuses on improvement of students’ social skills, healthy
lifestyles and academics. It also helps open the door to participation in Wakeman after-school programs, leagues and
summer camps.
Enrichment program are offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in ten week sessions throughout the school year.
Recent programs include DIY STEM, WonderSTEM, CS First Coding, Creative Kids Art, Soccer Fitness Fanatics, Board
Games Club, Scooter Mania and more.
The 3rd-5th grade Great Futures Mentoring Program and 2nd Grade Smart Moves Mentoring Program serve 80 McKinley
students with 125 high school volunteers during the school year. Through after-school mentoring, McKinley students gain
consistent role models and strengthened academic skills. Teen volunteers develop their patience, compassion and knowl-
edge while exploring careers working with youth, fulfilling school community service requirements or just giving to others.
Bus is available from McKinley School to Wakeman’s Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse daily after school. Many McKinley
students also participate in leagues and vacation activities at both clubhouses.
TEEN VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS – MCKINLEY OUTREACH & BEYOND

Volunteer one hour a week or more – and you’ll make a difference in a child’s life. Very likely, they’ll also make a differ-
ence in your own life! More than 130 teens and 10 adult chaperones chose to make a difference last year and over-
whelmingly felt the experience impacted their own life as well.
Teens frequently use their hours toward college applications, Fairfield Prep Christian Service, National Honor Society,
High School Key Club and other programs. Volunteer hours are tracked by Wakeman. Programs begin mid-September;
volunteers may be accepted anytime as space is available. Volunteers must commit to a consistent day for a minimum
one season of school year (fall, winter, spring).
Updated details about various volunteer options are available at www.wakemanclub.org

Click “Outreach”, then “Teen Volunteer Opportunities”.
Smart Moves Mentoring Program: 9th-12th grade volunteer mentors assist 2nd graders 1 on 1 in a group setting
with academics (homework/reading), life skills lessons (such as teasing, friendships, tattling) and socializing (board
games, small group activities). Smart Moves meets Wednesdays 3:15-4:45.
Great Futures Mentoring Program: 10th-12th grade volunteers mentor their 3rd-5th grade mentee 1 on 1 in a
weekly two-hour session, spending time with other mentors and students for homework, games, crafts, sports, and
more. Mentors can choose between Mondays, Wednesdays or Thursdays 2:45-4:45.
Assistant Engineer (STEM): 9th-12th grade volunteers assist small groups of 3-4 kids in a staff led Wakeman
STEM class once weekly. Teens can volunteer Thursdays 3:10-4:40.
Games Wizard: 9th-12th grade volunteers assist kids in Board Games, Chess and more to strengthen math and
reading skills, friendships, sharing and cognitive reasoning.
Big Buddy: 9th-12th Grade Big Buddies assist a younger member with special needs be fully active in athletic classes
Mondays, Wednesdays or Thursdays 3:15-4:30. Positions are sometimes available for the Southport Clubhouse on
various days of the week for flexible hours/days between 3:30 and 6:00.
Power Hour Homework Tutor (Southport or Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse): 9th-12th grade volunteers
assist members with homework Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu between 3:30 and 6:00pm. Volunteers commit to at least 90
minutes per day each week. Power Hour is the Boys & Girls Clubs of America program for members to complete
homework—whether it takes fifteen minutes or two hours, clubhouse staff and volunteers are ready to guide and help.
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VOLUNTEER APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Interested teens should contact Amanda Sheldon by email: amanda@wakemanclub.org
Ambitious, eager, mature teen role models are sought; parents should not inquire on behalf of a teen.
2. Print Teen Volunteer Application from wakemanclub.org: On website, scroll onto Outreach, then Teen
Volunteer Opportunities. Applications are also available from clubhouses and McKinley School. Return completed
applications to McKinley or the Southport Clubhouse.
3. New Potential Volunteers: Sign up to attend a 75-90 minute combined interview/orientation session. Sessions
are scheduled frequently late summer and fall, and monthly in winter/spring. Email amanda@wakemanclub.org
to RSVP or be notified of upcoming sessions.
• All volunteers are interviewed to match with youth and programs based on compatibility of interests, personalities,
experiences and availability. All applicants may not be accepted into a program.
• All volunteer programs meet on-site at the McKinley Outreach or clubhouses.
• Adult supervision is present to assist teen volunteers at all times.
For more information:

Amanda Sheldon Tim Cepetelli
Outreach Coordinator Director of Administration & Outreach
203-255-8318 (McKinley) MWT 2-5pm 203-259-4805 (Southport Office) Weekdays 9am-5pm
Amanda@wakemanclub.org tim@wakemanclub.org
Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse
2414 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport • 203-908-3378
The newest Wakeman Clubhouse opened in June, 2011 and was quickly filled with 170 children in grades 3-8 enjoying a full
day of summer camp. That included arts & crafts, sports, computer, dance and theater.

The Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse has grown immensely since its opening in 2011. The after school program is
providing a fun and safe environment for over 350 children in grades 3-8. Children travel throughout the 23,000
square foot facility taking part in fitness programs, computer classes, arts & crafts projects, recreational activities
and getting help with school projects and homework assignments. Each afternoon, the Teen Lounge is jammed with
high school members participating in college preparedness and job readiness programs like diplomas 2 Degrees and
CareerLaunch. Our teens learn about colleges, the application process and learn how to create a resume and enhance
their interview skills through these programs. At night the gym is filled with the sound of squeaking sneakers as boys
and girls work on their basketball skills. The game room is a hotbed of activity each night as kids enjoy some Wakeman
favorites like carpet bowling and ping pong while others get a workout thanks to Wii Fit, Kinect Sports and Dance
Central on the active gaming systems. Saturdays are filled with art and dance classes, a cheer club and open recre-
ation. sAlready, Torch Clubs and Keystone Clubs are working to provide service to the club and community.
For more information, please call the Clubhouse at (203) 908-3378.
Unit Director: Laura Magnotta laura@wakemanclub.org

Senior Program Director: Ruben Goodwin ruben@wakemanclub.org
Program Director Teen Services: Gina Osegueda gina@wakemanclub.org
Program Director: Melissa Moy melissa@wakemanclub.org
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Wakeman Boys & Girls Club
385 Center Street, P.O. Box 118
Southport, CT 06890
Phone: (203) 259-4805 • Fax (203) 254-1431 • www.wakemanclub.org
BOARD OF TRUSTEES HONORARY TRUSTEES

Hoyt. O. Perry, Jr. John Cullinane
Chairman Emeritus 1923-2009 Eugene J. Fabbri
Peter Harding James D. Fitzpatrick
Chairman William Gray
Sean Sullivan Hobart C. Kreitler
1st Vice Chairman Brian T. Silvestro
Dr. Robert C. Tremaglio
Sheila Clancy
2nd Vice Chairman
UNIT BOARDS
Robert Lyons Southport Clubhouse
Treasurer Robert Scheetz, President
Michelle Guzzi Colin Arsenault
Secretary Kevin Barry
Cheryl Guibone
Michael Bayles Elizabeth Kontomerkos Vancho
Eileen Blees Kate O’Connor
Christopher Brogan Fred Paulmann
Jack Collins Jason Scully
John P. Donahue, M.D. Jody Sommers
Jeff Dunne Alyson Torello
R. Bradford Evans
Michael Fox Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse
Carla Gavey Jack Collins, President
Thomas M. Graham, Jr. Mary Ann Brewster
James D. Haas Deanna Bucher
Paul J. Halas Callie Gale Heilmann
Stacey Hoin George Gomola
John Kelly Scott Kirk
Brendan Kerrigan Anne Larcheveque
Matt Knisely Jen Loya
Patrick McCormack Karen Maloney
Kieran McTague June McClendon
Cheryl Mellinger Randy Taylor
Thomas L. Mindrum
Raymond Rizio EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Robert G. Rotanz David W. Blagys
Robert Scheetz
Jeffrey Tengel
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NONPROFIT ORG
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PAID
PERMIT #409
WESTPORT, CT
385 Center Street
PO Box 118
Southport, CT 06890
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(See Program Registration Procedures on page 8.)

PROGRAM ONLINE REGISTRATION DATE (BEGINS AT 10:00AM)

Fall Lacrosse Clinics (Boys & Girls) July 16

Bus Transportation to the Southport Clubhouse

ARTS, EDUCATION & S.T.E.M PROGRAMMING

August 2 Art Masters 3-5 September 12 $65 26

September 4 CPR/Babysitting 6-8 October 4 $75 27

October 2 Cartooning 3-8 November 5 $75 26

ONE DAY ACTIVITIES

WEB SITE — WWW.WAKEMANCLUB.ORG

• General Membership (3rd–8th grade) $130

Sensitive to the Feelings of Others

Sportsmen and Sportswomen

Willing to Try New Things

THE THREE WAYS TO REGISTER FOR MOST WAKEMAN PROGRAMS ARE:

OTHER IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW:

Partial or Pro-rated Club Credit

Summer Camp Refund Policy

Connecticut Childcare Disclosure:

What do I do if my child is sick and will not attend school?

What should I do if I cannot pick up my child until later than expected?

Can my child leave Wakeman without a parent?

What do I do if my child is in school, but will not take bus to Wakeman?

What happens on a half day of school?

How do I contact Wakeman?

September 3 (Labor Day) Closed

Inclement Weather & Snow Days

For detailed Club behaviorial policy refer to www.wakemanclub.org.

When a business sponsors a team, they receive:

Girls Junior Basketball Girls Pee Wee Basketball

2017/2018 DAY FOR KIDS SPONSOR

Practice Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

ALL GIRLS MUST ATTEND ONE EVALUATION!

FALL BOYS SENIOR LEAGUE NEW! 3 on 3 FORMAT GRADES 9-12 $75

Possible Senior League Game Times and Days:

Sunday 4:45 pm45ay 5:45 pm4 7:00 pm 8:00 pmpmay

League Game Times Day

RED BAKER 4 ON 4 SENIOR LEAGUE GRADES 9-12 $80

BOYS JUNIOR BASKETBALL GRADES 6-8 $90

BASKETBALL SKILL BUILDING GRADES 3–5 $60

6th-8th Grade Travel Basketball

SB=Smilow-Burroughs WG=Warren Gym, Southport RB=Red Baker Gym, Southport

TRAVEL BASKETBALL RULES

Grades Time Fee Dates

2018 Girls Gamebreaker Academy

Grades Time Fee Dates

First 30 girls to join will be allowed to borrow a stick!

Grade Time Dates—Sundays

ADULTS (ALL CLASSES AT WAKEMAN)

September/October Session $130 (17 classes)

November/December Session $115 (13 classes)

January/February Session $130 (17 classes)

Yoga Instructor Bio:

Age Group Evaluations (mandatory) Program Dates/Times

Grades 6-8 Wednesday, September 5th Wednesdays at 3:45pm or 4:45pm

SPEED TRAINING GRADES 6–8 BOYS/GIRLS $100

CONDITIONING 101 GRADES 8–10 $60

WEIGHT TRAINING GRADE 8 $10

NEW! TOUGH GIRL GRADES 3–5 and 6–8 (Girls Only) $ 60

KICKBALL LEAGUE BOYS/GIRLS GRADES 3–5 $60