Camps

DAY CAMPS

5 Elements.
(416) 423-8456, promotes self-esteem through interactive activities and discussions. From creative movement and fashion to relationships and communication, we equip girls with the skills to help them deal with the lives they’re living now. And excel in the lives they’ll grow into. www.5Elements4Girls.com

Camp Boulevard offers a wide variety of co-ed summer sports camps including tennis, sailing, rowing, swimming, badminton, peewee tennis, land & water multi-sports and teenie-weenie. Extended day & meal plans available. www.boulevardclub.com, (416) 532-3341 ext. 134, or camps@boulevardclub.com

Branksome Tennis Camp. (416) 398-4826. 3 fun-filled instructional programs for children between the ages of 5 and 16 years. Campers will learn tennis the right way, from our Tennis Canada-certified instructors.
www.branksometenniscamp.com

Camp d’été. 12 Bannockburn Ave. Toronto. (416) 789-7855 ext. 308. La Bannockburn School s’est associée aux French Programmes Français pour animer un camp d’été bilingue offrant aux enfants de 3 à 10 ans, des activitiés culturelles, éducatives et physiques. Bannockburn School provides a bilingual summer camp in the heart of North York, just a few minutes from the 401, the camp offers a variety of interesting activities led by the staff that is experienced as well as enthusiastic, responsible and caring.

Camp Discovery / WillowWood School. A summer school with a difference! Since 1980 offering 1/2- and full-day programs including academics (Gr. 1-6 combined with sports & arts), Gr. 7-12 skill-learning workshops, high school credit courses available. (416) 444-7644, www.willowwoodschool.ca

Camp E-dance. Our dance program is designed for campers aged 5 - 12 who want a little extra funk in their summer camp experience. Combining jazz, hip hop, salsa and other types of dancing, with traditional camp programming. (905) 882-1679. www.1camp.com

Camp Eden. A specialty arts day camp featuring instruction in visual art as well as traditional camping activities. Programs include sports, drama, music, arts and crafts, as well as swimming. Campers 3 - 13. (905) 882-1679 www.1camp.com

Camp Katonim on Lake Simcoe Ages 3-16 One- to eight-week sessions include waterskiing, sailing, canoe, swim, tennis, music, arts and crafts, landsports, canoe trips, theme days and more! Qualified, caring staff. (416) 410-9460 www.campkatonim.com An overnight experience in a day camp setting.

Camp Northwood for Preschoolers Only. Ages 1 1/2 to 5 years. Art, Music, Drama, Playball, Sports, Soccer, Water Play, Science, Trips. Optional Academics. Flexible scheduling. Extended hours. July and Aug. 5 locations. North York (416) 492-9495, Thornhill (905) 709-7600 and Markham (905) 209-9091.

Camp Robin Hood. (416) 736-4443, www.camprobinhood.ca A day camp for boys and girls 4 to 15 years old. Our swimming program, from beginner to Royal Life Saving, with twice-a-day instruction is highly regarded and fun-filled. Door to door transportation or express busing makes our service fast, efficient and safe.

Children’s Technology Workshop. Computer day camps for children in grades 2-8. Exciting “adventures” in robotics, animation, digital art and video game creation. Activities both on and off the computer, outdoor activities, one computer per child. 1-866-704-2267 www.ctworkshop.com

Crestwood Valley Day Camp in Toronto at Bayview & Lawrence. Ages 2 1/2 - 10. Door-to-door transportation & nutritious lunches. Talented specialists provide the best in programming. Sports camps for ages 7-10. Superior individualized swim program in our four heated pools. Leadership Training for grades 8-9. (416) 444-9595, www.crestwoodcamp.com

Cullen Gardens & Miniature Village. 300 Taunton Road W., (905) 686-1600: a unique daycamp for kids 4-12. 5-acres of private grounds. Crafts, sports, hiking, splashpads, mini-golf, live shows. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (ex. hours available). www.cullengardens.com

Discovery/Cold Creek Day Camps. Richmond Hill/Caledon, (905) 857-0960. Both programs will challenge your child with a variety of activities including: instructional swimming, ropes courses, biking, sports, science, fine arts, leadership programs, wilderness trips and more. Ages 3-16. Busing available. www.coldcreek.ca

Elite Basketball Camps. Boys & Girls 7-16. Whether your child is a beginner, intermediate or advanced player, we offer programming to meet their needs. Winter, March, Passover and Summer Camps. Toronto, Etobicoke, Newmarket and Markham locations. New weekly classes now available. www.elitecamps.com, (905) 326-9214.

Green Acres Day Camp. Campers 3-15, lots of organized activities, instructional swim, country setting, bus transportation, All-Star Sports Camp, Cedar Creek Riding Camp. Check us out at www.campgreenacres.com or call (905) 887-1400.

Greg Salazar’s Golf Academy located at Angus Glen, Markham and Devil’s Den, Whitby. Offers Junior golf camps ages 8-17, Ladies Learn to Golf, 1 and 2 day Adult Golf Schools and Private Lessons. (905) 626-2658. www.salazargolfacademy.com

Hillcrest Camp. 59 Plymbridge Rd. (Yonge/York Mills) (416) 489-8355. Ages 2 1/2 to 5. Excellent introduction to school and future camp experiences. Includes swimming and wading pool and an adventure playground. www.hillcrestcamp.ca

Hockey FUNdamentals Camp. Programs include: Summer, March Break and Christmas camps, and team sessions. Boys/girls ages 5-15. Location: Ted Reeve Arena in the Beaches area. (416) 265-3616, www.hockey-fun-camp.com

Kidsworld Day Camp. Celebrating 25 years! For children 3-8 years. Bayview-York Mills. Door-to-door bussing, hot lunches, instructional swimming. Sports. Arts. Air-conditioned. Professional staff. As low as $150/wk. Daily special events. (416) 785-4600.

The Martha Hicks School of Ballet. Summer programs provide students aged 5 to 14 with an opportunity to try many dance forms: ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, modern, national, rhythmic gymnastics and much more! Located in North Toronto. (416) 484-4731, www.mhsb.ca

McMaster University, Department of Athletics & Recreation offers 8 different summer camps from sports to academics. www.athrec.mcmaster.ca/camps Call (905) 525-9140, ext. 24464 for details.

Ontario Science Centre Summer Day Camp. Campers 5-14 experience the “Physics of Fun”, “Amazing Space” or “Science Centre Insiders: Physics Investigation” one week camps. Call (416) 696-3256 or visit www.OntarioScienceCentre.ca

Robin Hood Sports Academy. (416) 736-4443 www.camprobinhood.ca A sports skills development program. Baseball, tennis, soccer, basketball and Personal Challenge Sports (mountain biking, high ropes, climbing wall and roller hockey). Players spend a recreational hour at a sport of their choice. Daily recreational swim. Busing integrated with Camp Robin Hood.

Ryerson University Day Camps. Our philosophy is based on participation, learning and having fun. Our camps provide sports activities and special interest programs for children aged 7-18, which focus on co-operative learning in a non-competitive atmosphere. Visit our web site for complete details about our Basketball, Leadership, March Break and Summer Sports Camps. (416) 979-5000 ext.1- ext. 7360. www.ryerson.ca/sportsandrec

S.A.C. Summer Camps. (416) 736-4443, www.sacsummercamps.com Multi-sport adventure day camp. A wide variety of sports. Specialty camps in science, film, arts, music, magic, computers and technology. Recreational swim. Hot & cold lunches provided daily. Optional bus transportation & after camp supervision.

Seneca Summer Camps. Sports, Arts & Science at the Newnham Campus 1750 Finch Ave E. Caring for our campers. Caring for your children for 34 years! At Seneca we believe in providing children with a safe, fun and experiential summer camp program. We offer eight one-week sessions in Sports, Arts & Science, from dance to basketball and robotics to fine arts. Many excellent programs to satisfy the needs of the entire family. Mature, qualified, trained and caring staff. Bussing, meal plan and before- and after-care services available to purchase. SIT and Leadership programs for 14- to 16- year-olds. Ages 4 1/2 to 14. Visit our website at www.senecac.on.ca/home/kidstuff/camp and download our colour camp brochure or call our office at (416) 491-5050 Ext. 2329.

Showtime Day Camp Musical Theatre featuring singing, dancing, acting. Campers help write the script and design the sets too. Big final performance. Lots of recreation too. Campers ages 5 to 13, CITs ages 13 to 15. (416) 923-1234, www.showtimedaycamp.com

Somerset Kids Camp. 7700 Brimley Road, Markham, ON, L3R 0E5. Tel: (905) 940-8990 Fax: (905) 940-8992. Where safety and fun are #1. www.somersetacademy.ca

Upper Canada Day Camps. Operating 29 Day Camps throughout North York, Thornhill, Markham, Maple, Stouffville, Aurora, Newmarket and Keswick. Exciting field trips, swimming, sports, arts and more. Call (905) 946-1113 for the camp nearest you.

XL Summer Camp. Boost your child’s learning. Reading - Writing - Math - Wacky Science - Social Skills - Music - Drama. (416) 510-3151, www.douglasacademy.com

Yamaha Superstars. (416) 224-5590. Become a Yamaha idol! Record a CD! Play live with a band! Children aged 6 to 12 will create their own songs, learn how to improvise and perform with other musicians in a band! Every session ends with a fantastic music showcase! www.yamahamusicschool.ca

Zodiac Swim and Specialty Camp. Toronto French School (Bayview/Lawrence), (416) 789-1989, www.zodiaccamp.on.ca. Specialty program for campers 6.5 to 12.5 years old. Specialties include: Creatures & Creativity, Land Sports, Outdoor Adventure, Make & Bake, Performing Arts, Circus Arts, Extreme Sports+plus more! Daily Zodiac swim. Half/full day Kid-Vantage program for 2.5 to 6.5 year-olds. Leadership program available.

RESIDENTIAL CAMPS

Arrowhead Camp.
Co-ed camp for ages 6 to 15 offers daily instruction in water sports, fieldsports, tennis, archery, crafts and nature lore. 3:1 camper to staff ratio. Three 2-week sessions and a 1-week camp exclusively for 6- to 10 year-olds. (705) 635-1600 or visit www.arrowhead.on.ca

Camp Ein Gedi. Residential camp with a Jewish element. Our wooded area on Lake Simcoe is an amazing site for traditional camping activities such as swimming, landsports and nature activities. Kosher food! (416) 646-5406. www.1camp.com

Camp Mi-A-Kon-Da for girls ages 7-16, located on our own wilderness island near Parry Sound. Campers choose their own instructional program fro a wide variety of activities. Counsellors are experienced, skilled, caring and FUN! 2 and 4 week sessions. www.miakonda.com or call 1-877-642-5663.

Camp Walden. (416) 736-4443 www.campwalden.ca Outdoor summer activity and self-discovery for boys and girls aged 7-16. Campers and staff come together for summertime fun and excitement, developing skills, building relationships and forming lasting friendships.

Canadian Adventure Camp is located in Temagami, Ontario. 35 great activities, including 3 specialty programs in Gymnastics, Trampoline and Waterskiing. We are co-ed, ages 5 1/2-17. www.canadianadventurecamp.com (905) 886-1406.

Centauri Summer Camp offers specialty arts training within the unique atmosphere of overnight camp! Starting age 9, programs include theatre, dance, writing, art and a special multi-arts program for younger children: CREATE! (416) 766-7124 or www.centauri.on.ca

Circle R Ranch. Established in 1966 as a summer day and residential camp with western horseback riding as its major program. Just west of London on 220 acres - 50 horses - OCA accredited. www.circlerranch.ca 1-877-844-8738

Glen Bernard Camp provides fun, adventure and opportunities to build self-confidence. Our program offers a wide variety of activities for girls ages 6-16. One, two or three week sessions. Visit www.gbcamp.com or call (416) 225-4166.

Medeba Summer Camp. Established 1952. Haliburton, Ontario, Canada. Traditional and Adventure Activities. One- and two-week programs, ages 6-17. 1-800-461-6523 www.medeba.com

YWCA Camp Tapawingo. Girls only 6-15 years old for 1-, 2- and 3-week sessions. Located on Georgian Bay. Swim, canoe, kayak, sail, dance, climbing, crafts, canoe trips. (416) 652-9374 for further information or www.ywcatoronto.org

SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPS

Camp Kawandag.
(416) 229-9283. 4 weeks on 53 acres on Lake Rosseau. Our mentors and coaches of the arts, academics and athletics understand ‘Fearless Mastery’ and how to inspire campers toovercome labels and obstacles. Day camp also available. www.thelearningforce.com

Doe Lake Girl Guide Camp. Owned and operated by Girl Guides of Canada, Ontario Council. Members and non-members, swimming levels, canoe, kayak, sail, tripping, high and low ropes, archery, crafts, pottery, camp skills, sports, games, fun and cameraderie. OCA Accredited. 1-877-DOE-LAKE, www.doelakecamp.com, info@doelakecamp.com

SPECIAL NEEDS RESIDENTIAL

Camp Kirk
, established in 1993, offers a structured non-competitive program and a nurturing environment for children age 6 to 13 years with LD and AD(H)D, including those with incontinence and/or bedwetting difficulties. Phone: (416) 782-3310, Fax: (416) 782-3239, Email: campkirk@campkirk.com, web site: www.campkirk.com

 

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