Youth Summer Camps

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Summer Mini Camps for 5-6 yr olds
Summer Camps for 7-14 yr olds
Outdoor Adventure Camps for 9-15 yr olds
Summer Sports Camps for 7-14 yr olds
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Summer Mini Camps 5-6 years

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Summer Camps 7-14 years

Byte Camp - Claymation Movie 11-14yrs

Make you own clay characters come to life, just like Wallace and Gromit! Participants will get to build their own clay characters, sets and props; develop their own script; shoot their movie scenes; and then learn to edit and add sounds and special effects to complete the whole project. Completed projects are posted on-line at www.bytecamp.ca and DVDs sent home at the end of summer. Don’t worry parents, there will be plenty of time devoted to outdoor games and activities!

Mon-Fri Aug 23-27 9:00am-3:00pm
code # 22659
$265, after Aug 9 $280


Chef Camp 9-13yrs

Put on your chef’s hat & apron and enter the Rec Centre Kitchen for culinary action this summer. Get chopping as we learn how to prepare, cook & serve healthy snacks and meals. With a professional cook we will learn the basics and get a chance to experience what it is like to run a busy kitchen. Please inform us of any food allergies.

PV Off Ice Room & Auditorium Kitchen 8:30-4:30.

Camp 1:Mon - Fri July 26-30
code #23580 $165, after Jul 19 $180

Camp 2:Tues - Fri Aug 3-6
code #23366 $135, after Jul 19 $150

Camp 3: Mon– Fri Aug 9-13
code #22611 $165, after Jul 26 $180


Drama, Dance and Water 9-13yrs

Start off the day with some funky dance moves and then get dramatic with an afternoon of drama, games and activities. End the day with a cool splash in the pool. This camp is sure to get you moving and grooving. PV Gym

Mon-Fri Jul 12-16 8:30am-4:30pm
code #22525
$150, after Jun 28 $165


Floor Hockey & Other Sports 7-10yrs & 10-13yrs

Test your floor hockey and sports abilities in this camp. We will mix in some great hockey games, skills & drills with other fun sports and games to keep you guessing and moving. Swimming is included from 3:30-4:30pm Location: Priest Valley Gym

7-10yrs: 12:30-4:30pm code # 22669
Jul 12-16 $55, after Jun 28 $65

10-13yrs: 12:30-4:30pm code # 22670
Aug 16-20 $55, after Aug 2 $65


Golf for Beginners 8-11yrs & 11-14yrs

Get tips on your grip swing, and golf etiquette. Putting, chipping, full swing and basic rules will be taught. The fee includes 4 hours of instruction and all facility fees. Hillview Golf Course. All camps run Tues-Fri.

Camp 1: Jul 13-16
$53, after Jun 22 $60
8-11 yrs 8:00-9:00am code # 22665
11-14 yrs 9:00-10:00am code # 22666

Camp 2: Aug 3-6
$53, after Jul 20 $60
8-11 yrs 8:00-9:00am code # 22667
11-14 yrs 9:00-10:00am code # 22668


Wakeboarding - Rip & Ride 9-14yrs

These lessons are held in Oyama at the Lake Country Ski Board Club and includes: 4 mornings or afternoons, membership in Waterski and Wakeboard BC and participation in the Rip and Ride badge program. Transportation not included. $240/4 days.


Lego Engineers- 7-10 yrs

This camp will introduce camp participants to the world of Lego engineering. Start by learning about gears, pullies and drive systems, and then learn about strong and stable structure engineering. Working as a part of a team you will build specific projects based on task challenges.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm Priest Valley Off Ice room
Camp 1: Jul 19-23 code #22429 $185
Camp 2: Aug 16-20 code #22430 $185
Camp 3: Aug 23-27 code #23367 $18


Sand, Surf & Science 6-10 yrs

An Environmental Adventure! This is an exciting and educational camp that takes place outdoors where campers can take advantage of their surroundings to learn new things, swim and play and have a metric ton of fun! Experience sand castle erosion, magic mud, water filtration, rocketry, play games, make crafts and maybe even dissect a squid or fish!

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm Paddlewheel Park
Camp 1: Jul 5-9 code #22422 $165
Camp 2: Jul 26-30 code #22423 $165
Camp 3: Aug 9-13 code #22424 $165


Skateboard Camp - Ages 8-11yrs and 9-13yrs

Take on a new and exciting challenge! Learn how to skateboard at the Polson Park Skateboard Park. With great instruction you can learn the basics of skateboarding and feel confident on your board.

8-11yrs:
9:30am-12:30pm Mon - Thurs Jul 26-29
code #22663
$80, after Jul 12 $90

9-13 yrs:
9:30am-12:30pm Tues-Fri Aug 3-6
code #22664
$80, after Jul 20 $90


Surf’N Turf 6-10 yrs

An action-packed, multi-sport waterfront adventure! Campers will be introduced to a number of exciting sports and water based activities. Ultimate Frisbee, beach volleyball, swimming, sailing, supplied air snorkeling, are just a few of the fun and challenging activities offered. Held at Paddlewheel Park.

Camp 1: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Jul 12-16 code #22420 $165

Camp 2: Tues-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Aug 3-6 code #22421 $145


Swimability Camp - Super Soakin’ 7-13 yrs

This two week camp combines a complete This two week camp combines a complete set of Red Cross Swim lessons, run by a certified swim instructor with a swim lesson in the morning and a free swim in the afternoon and we will fill the rest of the camp re-living classics like the water balloon toss, water bucket brigade, and frozen t-shirt races. We’ll throw in a few surprises too.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm code# 22662
Aug 3-13 $299, after Jul 20 $315


Tacky Tourist Camp Be a tourist in your own town! 7-10 yrs

Visit Atlantis Waterslides, check out the Allan Brooks Nature Centre then catch a movie, hit the beach, hike the BX Creek Trail or check out Davison Orchards and then go for a swim at the Vernon Aquatic Centre. Includes all supervision, transportation, entrance fees and the best week of your child’s summer!

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Camp 1: Jul 19-23 code # 22426 $200
Camp 2: Aug 16-20 code # 22427 $200
Camp 3: Aug 23-27 code # 22428 $200



Outdoor Adventure Camps 9-15 years

Base Camps 9-13 years

Recreation Services has teamed up with Elements Inc. to provide high quality Outdoor Adventure Camps. These Base Camps are designed for youth to learn valuable life skills, build confidence, make new friends, and experience exciting, memorable challenges! With a home base at Ellison Provincial Park, we will be spending the week exploring the great outdoors experiencing new adventures & challenges.

Here is a sample schedule:

  • Monday Team Challenges and Dragonboating
  • Tuesday Hiking, Archery, Survival Skills, Swimming
  • Wednesday White Water Rafting
  • Thursday Ropes Course, Zip line, Waterfall Exploration
  • Friday Rock Climbing, Rapelling, Swimming

*Please note that this schedule is subject to change.
**Please note that the four day camp schedule varies
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Base Camp 1 10-12 yrs
Mon-Fri July 26-30 9:00am-4:30pm
code #22632
$250, after Jul 12 $265

Base Camp 2 9-11 yrs
Tues-Fri Aug 3-6 9:00am-4:30pm
code #22633
$200, after Jul 19 $215

Base Camp 3 10-13 yrs
Mon-Fri Aug 9-13 9:00am-4:30pm
code #22634
$250, after Jul 26 $265

Base Camp 4 9-12yrs
Mon-Fri Aug 16-20 9:00-4:30
code #23345
$250, after Aug 3 $265

Waterfront Sampler for Youth 9-14 years
Back by popular demand! We are bringing back our Waterfront Sampler course for youth. Try out kayaking and snorkeling with Innerspace, Sailing with NOSA, Atlantis Waterslides and the hottest new sport Stand Up Paddleboarding by Kalavida Sports.
Transportation not provided but all gear will be.
Schedule subject to change.

Monday: Sailing at Paddlewheel Park
Tuesday: Stand Up Paddleboarding at Kal Beach
Wednesday: Snorkeling/Kayaking at Kal Beach.
Thursday: Atlantis Waterslides

Mon-Thurs

Jul 19-22 9:30-noon #22627 $70, after Jul 5 $85

Aug 9 to 13 $70, after Jul 30 $85. Code #23730


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Summer Sports Camps 7-14 years

Summer Sports Camps - Sponsored by Wendy's

Basketball Camp 7-10yrs & 9-13yrs
The coolest camp on the court! Our staff will teach game fundamentals through well designed drills and game situations. This camp will focus on shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding as well as defensive and offensive strategies. Swimming is included from 3:30-4:30pm PV Gym

7-10 yrs 8:30am-4:30pm code # 22660
Jul 5-9
$125, after Jun 21 $135

9-13 yrs 8:30am-4:30pm code # 22661
Aug 23-27
$125, after Aug 9 $135

Volleyball Camp 10-13yrs
A week of fun filled skills, drills, games and contests. This camp covers all the basics, bumping, setting, serving, spiking and blocking. Our qualified coaching staff will make sure your day is full and fast paced. All campers receive a camp t-shirt and finish each day with a swim in the pool.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Jul 26-30
code #22431 $165

Soccer Camps 3-6yrs
We are looking for players of all ability levels who want BIG time fun! This is a co-ed camp that emphasizes fun, friendship and fair play. Camps take place in Coldstream at Creekside Park.

Mini Kickers U3-U4 Born 2006-07

Camp 1: Mon-Fri 9:00-10:00am
Jul 19 - 23 code #23078 $40.00

Camp 2: Mon-Fri 9:00-10:00am
Jul 26 - 30 code #23079 $40.00

Lil Kickers U5-U6 born 2004-05

Camp 1: Mon-Fri 10:15-11:45am
Jul 19 - 23 code #23080 $50.00

Camp 2: Mon-Fri 10:15-11:45am
Jul 26 - 30 code #23081 $50.00

“Aces” Summer Tennis Camps
Great tennis camps designed to improve skill and physical fitness. The youngest group (ages 5-9) will spend Mon-Thurs at the Wesbild Centre learning to play on the dry arena floor and then on Friday they will meet at Paddlewheel for some outside fun and the chance to go for a swim. The 2 older camps will spend their day doing one hour on the courts, one hour on sport specific drills to improve tennis fitness and one hour playing games and swimming! Bring lots of water, a swimsuit and towel. It’s fun and it’s all about tennis!

5-9 yrs
Jul 5-9
9am-12pm code #22678
1pm-4pm code #22680
$105, after Jun 21 $115

8-12 yrs
Jul 12-16
9am-12pm code #22679
$105, after Jun 28 $115

12-14 yrs
Jul 12-16
1pm-4pm code #22681
$105, after Jun 28 $115


WANTED
Summer Camp Leaders

Recreation Services is looking for energetic, motivated and
skilled summer staff for a variety of camps and programs. If
you have experience working with children, experience in
sciences, dance, music, drama and sport training we are looking for you!
Click here for sample positions.


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