Frequently Asked Questions: Summer Program
The registration fee for the BOUNCE summer program varies per year. Partial scholarships
may be available for eligible participants.
If there is a registration fee, it typically includes participation in a four-week
program designed for children between the ages of 9 to 14 with instruction in nutrition,
counseling and physical activity. The fee may also include the following (though this
varies): daily lunch and healthy snacks, program T-shirt, and other materials such
as a scrapbook.
Each day will consist of fun activities and interaction among the participants. Physical
activities may include step aerobics, Zumba and yoga. Children also will participate
in daily nutrition classes, learning healthy eating habits and how to prepare healthy
meals and snacks. In addition, the program includes discussions about the importance
of self-esteem, positive body image and goal setting.
Participants should wear athletic-type pants or shorts and running shoes. No sandals allowed. Participants are required to wear running shoes at all times. If they do not, they
will be sent home for the day. No jeans or non-athletic tight clothing will be allowed.
The BOUNCE summer program typically takes place on the University of Houston campus
in classrooms and athletic facilities.
To maintain an ideal learning environment, we usually limit our participation to 40
children. A ratio of eight children to one instructor will be maintained.
Parents need to fill out all the forms on "Programs" webpage, including the eligibility checklist,
the registration and release form, the physical examination form, and the medical
history form. Parents must have their child’s physician fill out the physical examination
form as well. All forms may be downloaded from the webpage.
Children may bring their cell phones and use them at the end of the day’s activities.
If parents have an emergency, please call the main office at (832) 842-5921, and we
will get the message to your child immediately.
We will administer first aid and contact you immediately.
Your child will be allowed to withdraw from the program at any time. Please note that
your registration fee (if applicable) is non-refundable.
Bullying, disrespect and other negative behaviors will NOT be tolerated at BOUNCE.
All children who engage in these activities will be dismissed from the program immediately.
All participants must read and sign the BOUNCE rules before beginning the summer program.