FAQs
What are camp hours?
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where is camp located?
The Michelle Obama Athletic Complex
Whitney Young High School
1430 W. Adams St.
Chicago, IL
Where and when does my child get picked up and dropped off from the bus?
Transporting campers to and from camp in a timely and safe manner is critical. Your child will get picked up and dropped off at the designated location you provide us every day. Pick-up and drop-off times fluctuate between 3:05 – 3:45 depending on where that location is in proximity to camp and daily traffic (we all know how that can be).
What should my child bring to camp?
All campers need to bring to camp is a water bottle, a hat, a bathing suit/towel, sunblock, a baseball/softball glove (optional), money on field trips for lunch.
Is there an After Camp Program?
Yes, the After Camp program operates from 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm.
Is there an instructional swim program?
Yes! Campers in Little Buddies (Pre-k), Buddy Ball (K & 1st) and Division 3 (grades 2nd & 3rd) will participate in our mandatory instructional swim program. An optional instructional swim program will be offered to our 4th & 5th grade campers. Camps also have the opportunity for free swim during the optional activities portion of the day. It’s a good idea to bring a suit and a towel to camp daily, even if you are not sure if you want to go swimming.
Is there a lunch program available?
Yes, campers who sign up for the lunch program will be provided with a catered lunch everyday but Field Trip days. The cost of the program is $45 per week. We would estimate that ~85% of campers choose to opt into the lunch program. If you decide to bring a lunch to camp, please write your child’s name and team on it; packed lunches will be refrigerated upon arrival.
What is the staff-to-child ratio?
5-6 campers: 1 staff member
Can you customize your weeks?
Yes, you can. You can choose to go any combination of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8 weeks. Have a family vacation or another obligation? Don’t worry! Schedule Hi-Five around it.
When are camp fees due?
50% is due upon signup; the remainder is due by May 1st. You always have the option to pay-in-full too. If you sign up after May 1st, payment in full is requested.
What do the campers do during inclement weather?
We have great indoor facilities including an air-conditioned cafeteria, classrooms, gymnasiums and a theater! These great facilities allow us to continue the majority of our daily activities even in the event of rain or extreme heat. We may plan some off-camp activities in the event of rain as well.
What if my child has allergies or necessary medication?
Campers taking medication must have a signed medical authorization form. Please send the medication with your child on the first day of camp. Our on-staff Certified Athletic Trainer will keep it for the summer and administer it per your authorization. Please CLEARLY LABEL all medication.
Is Hi-Five only about sports and competition?
Heck no! We provide a safe, encouraging and fun environment in which children can experience sports. We strive to make Hi-Five an experience filled with high-energy and positivity. We believe athletics builds confidence and ultimately provides a focus that is important all through life. In addition to sports, we have talent shows and go on field trips like to water parks and the Lincoln Park Zoo.