MRUKids Summer Camps 2017

2017 SUMMER SUMMER 2017 CAMPS FOR FOR KIDS KIDS CAMPS WHERE YOU COME TO LEARN AND PLAY!

SPORTS

FIELD TRIPS + LEADERSHIP

SCIENCE + TECHNOLOGY

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FINE ARTS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION NUT POLICY

CONNECT WITH US 403.440.6001 MRUKids@mtroyal.ca mru.ca/MRUKids

MRUKids is nut free zone. Please label any food items containing peanut butter replacement products (e.g., Wow Butter).

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CAMPERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS At MRUKids we make every effort to provide an inclusive and engaging experience for campers with special needs. If you plan to send your child to camp with an aide please notify our staff via email or telephone.

REGISTRATION

To Register go to the MRUKids website at mtroyal.ca/mrukids or phone 403.440.3833.

WAIVERS

SWIMMING

Please have the waiver forms completed, signed, and printed before the first day of your child's camp.

The forms can by found on our website in the parent tab.

Camps go swimming once a day. Music Makers and Outdoor Adventures do not swim on Fridays.

PRE AND POST CARE

GROUPING REQUESTS

All of our MRUKids camps are divided into two groups by age. If you would like to ensure that two campers are paired together in their camp please visit our website and complete the “Grouping Request Form” in the parent information tab.

LUNCH PROGRAM

We are pleased to offer complimentary pre and post care. Pre care begins at 7:30a.m. and post care ends at 5:30p.m. Registration is not required.

T-SHIRTS

Campers will receive one complimentary t-shirt.

Please note that we cannot guarantee preferred t-shirt sizes.

You may register and pay for the lunch program through our online registration system or by calling 403.440.3833. Please visit our website for menu details.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS CATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MAGICAL ADVENTURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MOVERS AND SHAKERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

JUNIOR FIELD TRIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MUSIC MAKERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

NEW! HIP HOP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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JUNIOR PROGRAMS ACADEMIE ARTISTE DRAWING AND ART HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ACADEMIE ARTISTE PAINTING AND SCULPTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

REEL -2- REAL FILM SCHOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

NEW! DYNAMIC GAMERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

JUNIOR LEADERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TECH ACADEMY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CANADIAN NATURAL RESOURCES JUNIOR INNOVATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HIP HOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CONOCOPHILLIPS SCIENCE ACADEMY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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YOUTH PROGRAMS LEADERS IN TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 NEW! YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

SPORTS + ADVENTURE PROGRAMS MULTI-SPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

NEW! BIKE + PLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

NEW! SPORTS FIELD TRIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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LUNCH PROGRAMS ONE WEEK LUNCH PROGRAM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TWO WEEK LUNCH PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 13 •

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ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS For children 5 – 8 years of age TIME: 8:30a.m. – 4:30p.m., Monday through Friday Complimentary pre and post care is offered from: 7:30 – 8:30a.m. and 4:30 – 5:30p.m.

NOTES ON PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS: Please note that program descriptions represent programming possibilities only. In order to facilitate the best instruction possible, instructors are given the opportunity to alter programs to suit their groups. Therefore, the following descriptions present only a sample of the potential activities offered.

CATS

MAGICAL ADVENTURES

Exercise your computer skills and enter the world of typing, painting and gaming. Let your imagination run wild as you create colourful collages, mixed-media sculptures, paper mâché creations and much more in the art studio. Develop original skits, short plays and puppet shows. Create chemical reactions and make multi-coloured slime, build edible volcanoes and demonstrate conservation by making recycled paper in science.

Design personalized crests, wands and philosophers stones. Concoct bubbling, slimy, chunky brews and potions in the professor’s laboratory. Make up your own magical quest in the enchanted forest using mysterious shadow puppets. Make horrifyingly amazing crafts like fantastic frames, crazy clay creatures and collages. Learn computer skills like a pro with our computer wizard, opening the door to a world of typing, painting and gaming.

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 2: July 10 – 14 Session 3: July 17 – 21 Session 4: July 24 – 28 Session 5: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 6: Aug 8 – 11* Session 7: Aug 14 – 18 Session 8: Aug 21 – 25

CRN 70053 70074 70001 70002 70003 70050 70004 70005

Price $239 $279 $279 $279 $279 $239 $279 $279

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 2: July 10 – 14 Session 3: July 17 – 21 Session 4: July 24 – 28 Session 5: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 6: Aug 8 – 11* Session 7: Aug 14 – 18 Session 8: Aug 21 – 25

* No camp July 3, 2017 * No camp Aug 7, 2017

* No camp July 3, 2017 * No camp Aug 7, 2017

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CRN 70054 70055 70056 70057 70075 70058 70059 70060

Price $239 $279 $279 $279 $279 $239 $279 $279

ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS MOVERS AND SHAKERS Design, move, and learn! Discover basic ball handling techniques with soccer and games. Play with creative experiments and make milk rainbows! Learn about the diversity of recyclables and reuse them to build exciting crafts.

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 2: July 10 – 14 Session 3: July 17 – 21 Session 4: July 24 – 28 Session 5: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 6: Aug 8 – 11* Session 7: Aug 14 – 18 Session 8: Aug 21 – 25

CRN 70083 70084 70085 70086 70087 70088 70089 70090

Price $239 $279 $279 $279 $279 $239 $279 $279

JUNIOR FIELD TRIP A new adventure every day! Our Junior Field Trip camp will keep you busy at a different location each day of the week. This one-week camp is perfect for you if you love the extraordinary! Campers will also have access to MRU Recreation’s swimming pool to ensure the action never stops.

* No camp July 3, 2017 * No camp Aug 7, 2017

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 2: July 10 – 14 Session 3: July 17 – 21 Session 4: July 24 – 28 Session 5: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 6: Aug 8 – 11* Session 7: Aug 14 – 18 Session 8: Aug 21 – 25 * No camp July 3, 2017 * No camp Aug 7, 2017

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CRN 70193 70148 70194 70149 70195 70150 70196 70151

Price $251 $309 $309 $309 $309 $251 $309 $309

ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS MUSIC MAKERS

NEW!

Under the guidance of Mount Royal Conservatory instructors, children have the opportunity to explore the performing arts in a one-week intensive program of dance, choral singing, Orff instrument ensemble, speech arts and visual arts. All activities take place in the Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts. The highlight of the week is the “Celebration of Learning” performance as the children proudly share their talents with family and friends.

No previous experience is required, just a love for the performing arts.

Pop, lock and groove to family friendly classic beats.

Designed to provide campers with the opportunity to enjoy various forms of hip hop dance, Hip Hop camp teaches the choreography and styles you need to showcase your moves.

Dates Session 1: July 10 – 14 Session 2: July 17 – 21 Session 3: July 24 – 28 Session 4: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 5: Aug 14 – 18 Session 6: Aug 21 – 25

CRN 70197 70242 70243 70244 70246 70247

HIP HOP

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 2: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 3: Aug 8 – 11* Session 4: Aug 21 – 25 * No camp July 3, 2017 * No camp Aug 7, 2017

Price $309 $309 $309 $309 $309 $309

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CRN 70295 70248 70296 70249

Price $239 $279 $239 $279

JUNIOR PROGRAMS For children and youth 9 – 14 years of age TIME: 8:30a.m. – 4:30p.m., Monday through Friday Complimentary pre and post care is offered from: 7:30 – 8:30a.m. and 4:30 – 5:30p.m.

NOTES ON PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS: Please note that program descriptions represent programming possibilities only. In order to facilitate the best instruction possible, instructors are given the opportunity to alter programs to suit their groups. Therefore, the following descriptions present only a sample of the potential activities offered.

ACADEMIE ARTISTE DRAWING AND ART HISTORY

ACADEMIE ARTISTE PAINTING AND SCULPTING

Explore the exciting history of drawing techniques created by the masters of the art world from the Renaissance to the present. Create your own masterpieces with these inspiring techniques using materials including drawing pencils, willow charcoal, chalk pastels and more. Finish the camp by showcasing your pieces in our Academie Artiste art show.

Create your own visual masterpieces with various artistic painting and sculpting styles. Learn how to blend and shade paint to add texture to your work.

Delve into the expressive world of sculpting using classic and modern materials. Finish the camp by showcasing your pieces in our Academie Artiste art show.

*In order to get the full experience Academie Artiste experience we suggest taking this camp along with the painting and sculpting section.

*In order to get the full Academie Artiste experience we suggest taking this course along with the drawing and art history section.

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 2: July 17 – 21 Session 3: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 4: Aug 14 – 18

CRN 70250 70251 70252 70269

Price $251 $309 $309 $309

Dates Session 1: July 10 – 14 Session 2: July 24 – 28 Session 3: Aug 8 – 11* Session 4: Aug 21 – 25

* No camp July 3, 2017

* No camp Aug 7, 2017

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CRN 70254 70261 70262 70264

Price $309 $309 $251 $309

JUNIOR PROGRAMS REEL ­­­- 2 - REAL FILM SCHOOL

JUNIOR LEADERS

Create your very own mini motion picture. Plan, shoot and edit footage while learning the elements of filmmaking. This year we have added the element of stop-motion claymation. Experiment with this element to create your very own Oscar-worthy short film.

Ages 9 – 13 MRUKids presents Junior Leaders, a one-week program designed to encourage leadership skills and self-awareness in youth. Learn about conflict resolution and active strategies to diffuse difficult situations. Research the effects the media plays on young people’s self-esteem. Draw a self-portrait emphasizing your favourite aspects of yourself.

Then compete in Survivor challenges to build on your team-work skills.

Dates Session 2: July 31 – Aug 11*

CRN 70063

Price $469

* No camp Aug 7, 2017

NEW!

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 4: Aug 14 – 18

DYNAMIC GAMERS

Plug into the world of motion-control video gaming with MRUKids’ new Dynamic Gamers camp. Learn the techniques and strategies involved in motioncontrol gaming in an inclusive and non-competitive environment. Get a behind the scenes look at video games by developing your own using backgrounds, animated graphics, music and sound effects.

Dates Session 1: July 17 – 28

CRN 70275

CRN 70091 70093

Price $239 $279

* No camp July 3, 2017

TECH ACADEMY Explore techno-education with MRUKids’ re-designed Tech Academy camps. Build and program a Lego Mindstorms Robot. Learn how to display a sequence of images using different animation techniques in this innovative technology-focused program. Explore the wonderful world of science as you create glowing jell-o, test rocks for their calcium content, find out how much vitamin C, iron and sugar there is in your favorite cereal, and build volcanoes.

Price $509

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 14* Session 2: July 17 – 28 Session 3: July 31 – Aug 11* Session 4: Aug 14 – 25 * No camp July 3, 2017 * No camp Aug 7, 2017

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CRN 70257 70258 70259 70260

Price $469 $509 $469 $509

JUNIOR PROGRAMS CANADIAN NATURAL RESOURCES JUNIOR INNOVATORS

CONOCOPHILLIPS SCIENCE ACADEMY

Ages 9 – 12 MRUKids presents Canadian Natural Resources Junior Innovators, a one-week camp designed to encourage youth to develop creative ways to solve communitybased problems using technology and innovation.

You will learn how to break codes that conceal secret messages, and how to decipher image puzzles. In teams you will plan, design and construct a Rube Goldberg chain reaction invention. You will solve the murder case of Jimmy Giant Head, by collecting physical evidence and interviewing suspects. After the camp concludes you will be an expert problem solver and inventor!

Dates Session 1: July 10 – 14 Session 4: Aug 21 – 25

CRN 70100 70126

Price $279 $279

Ages 11 – 14 All ConocoPhillips Science Academy participants receive a $100 scholarship towards the cost of the program. In order to take advantage of this offer please register by telephone at 403.440.3833.

Geek out on science! Design a roller coaster, build a bridge and combust gummy bears while simultaneously learning higher-level science. Whether you’re an expert or new to science, this two-week session explores fun-filled experiments in engineering, biology, chemistry and astronomy.

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 14* Session 2: July 17 – 28 Session 3: July 31 – Aug 11* Session 4: Aug 14 – 25 * No camp July 3, 2017 * No camp Aug 7, 2017

* No camp Aug 7, 2017

HIP HOP So you think you can dance? Hip Hop camp gets campers on their feet with break dancing, locking and popping to popular hits. Campers will choreograph, rehearse and shoot their own music video, which will be screened at the end of the camp for families and fans.

Dates Session 1: Aug 8 – 18*

CRN 70228

Price $469

* No camp Aug 7, 2017

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CRN 70094 70072 70229 70263

Price $458 $509 $458 $509

YOUTH PROGRAMS For youths 14 – 17 years of age TIME: 8:30a.m. – 4:30p.m., Monday through Friday Complimentary pre and post care is offered from: 7:30 – 8:30a.m. and 4:30 – 5:30p.m.

NOTES ON PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS: Please note that program descriptions represent programming possibilities only. In order to facilitate the best instruction possible, instructors are given the opportunity to alter programs to suit their groups. Therefore, the following descriptions present only a sample of the potential activities offered.

LEADERS IN TRAINING

NEW!

MRUKids presents MRU Leaders in Training! This two-week program will train and prepare the next generation of leaders to reach their full potential.

This fun and fast-paced camp allows you to complete Standad First Aid and Level C CPR and to enter the workplace with the necessary skills and training to be successful. You will learn how to develop and implement a lesson plan, create a resume and cover letter and become a leader in the workplace. All camp content is designed to emphasize the value of teambuilding. You will have a blast learning new skills while rock-climbing and swimming.

MRUKids presents Young Entrepreneurs. Do you have a passion for innovation? Do you have what it takes to create a product or service? Our instructors will guide you through the steps of creating a brand, business plan and implementing a marketing strategy. Put your entrepreneurial skills to the test by presenting your idea to a panel of business experts.

Dates Session 1: July 17 – 28 GST applies to this camp

After you complete training through MRU LITs, we offer the opportunity to volunteer with us for up to two-weeks in order to gain valuable work experience to complement your newly developed skills.

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 14*

CRN 70230

YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS

Price $469

* No camp July 3, 2017 GST applies to this camp

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CRN 70232

Price $509

SPORTS + ADVENTURES TIME: 8:30a.m. – 4:30p.m., Monday through Friday Complimentary pre and post care is offered from: 7:30 – 8:30a.m. and 4:30 – 5:30p.m.

NOTES ON PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS: Please note that program descriptions represent programming possibilities only. In order to facilitate the best instruction possible, instructors are given the opportunity to alter programs to suit their groups. Therefore, the following descriptions present only a sample of the potential activities offered.

MULTI-SPORT

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Ages 5 – 8 Refine your batting, catching and throwing techniques on the T-ball/softball diamond. Boulder and belay your way to the top of Mount Royal University’s rock climbing wall. Get out on the soccer field and practice ball handling, shooting and passing. Learn to serve, rally and develop your forehand/backhand winners on the tennis court.

Ages 9 – 14 Put your safety and survival skills to the test while hiking in Kananaskis and Fish Creek Park. Experience the waters of Glenmore reservoir by canoe, kayak or dragon boat and get some valuable paddling tips from certified instructors at the Calgary Canoe Club. Tackle hills, bumps, dirt and puddles on your mountain bike day trips.

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 2: July 10 – 14 Session 3: July 17 – 21 Session 4: July 24 – 28 Session 5: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 6: Aug 8 – 11* Session 7: Aug 14 – 18 Session 8: Aug 21 – 25

CRN 70006 70007 70025 70008 70026 70047 70048 70049

For your child to participate in this program they must have an intermediate skill level on a bicycle. If you are unsure of your child’s biking level, please contact our office at 403.440.6001. This requirement is to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all of our campers.

Price $239 $279 $279 $279 $279 $239 $279 $279

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 2: July 17 – 21 Session 3: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 4: Aug 14 – 18

* No camp July 3, 2017 * No camp Aug 7, 2017

* No camp July 3, 2017

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CRN 70076 70077 70079 70019

Price $251 $309 $309 $309

SPORTS + ADVENTURES NEW!

BIKE + PLAY

Ages 5 – 8 Practice your biking skills with MRUKids’ Bike and Play camp. Whether you can ride with two wheels or with training wheels, this camp will help build confidence with biking. After you ride, have a blast playing kick ball, soccer, swimming and more.

Trainers: For campers who are comfortable riding with training wheels but need more help with pedaling, stopping, and steering.

Riders: For those already riding their two wheel bike. Campers will practice steering, gear changing, shoulder checking, helmet and road safety on a variety of surfaces. *Please ensure campers bring a proper-fitting bike (with secured training wheels if needed) and an appropriate helmet.

Dates Session 1: July 10 – 14 Session 2: July 24 – 28 Session 3: Aug 8 – 11* Session 4: Aug 21 – 25

CRN 70237 70238 70239 70240

SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS Ages 9 – 14 Sample our most popular MRUKids sports programming with the Sports Highlight pack. Hone your dribbling, passing and shooting skills in soccer and go for the goal on tournament day. Gear up for some moderate to challenging mountain bike rides around the city using on- and off-road trails. Climb farther than you’ve climbed before on Mount Royal University’s state-of-the-art climbing wall. Develop a better volley and serve as you learn game strategy on our tennis courts.

Price $279 $279 $239 $279

* No camp Aug 7, 2017

For your child to participate in this program they must have an intermediate skill level on a bicycle. If you are unsure of your child’s biking level, please contact our office at 403.440.6001. This requirement is to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all of our campers.

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 2: July 17 – 21 Session 3: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 4: Aug 14 – 18 * No camp July 3, 2017

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CRN 70103 70132 70231 70131

Price $239 $279 $279 $279

SPORTS + ADVENTURES NEW!

SPORTS FIELD TRIPS

Ages 9 – 14 Experience our most popular MRUKids sports camp.

Hone your dribbling, passing and shooting skills in soccer, basketball, and volleyball then grab your racquets for some tennis, badminton, and squash.

Strap on your helmet and climb higher on our MRU climbing wall or cycle faster on your mountain bike around town. Every day is a new sports adventure.

For your child to participate in this camp, they must have an intermediate skill level on a bicycle. If you are unsure of your child’s biking level, please contact our office at 403.440.6001 . This requirement is to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all our campers.

Dates Session 1: July 10 – 14 Session 2: July 24 – 28 Session 3: Aug 8 – 11* Session 4: Aug 21 – 25

CRN 70233 70234 70235 70236

Price $309 $309 $251 $309

* No camp Aug 7, 2017

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LUNCH PROGRAMS ONE WEEK LUNCH PROGRAM Dates Session 1: July 4 – 7* Session 2: July 10 – 14 Session 3: July 17 – 21 Session 4: July 24 – 28 Session 5: July 31 – Aug 4 Session 6: Aug 8 – 11* Session 7: Aug 14 – 18 Session 8: Aug 21 – 25

CRN 70009 70010 70011 70012 70013 70014 70015 70016

TWO WEEK LUNCH PROGRAM

Price $32+GST $40+GST $40+GST $40+GST $40+GST $32+GST $40+GST $40+GST

Dates Session 1: July 4 – 14* Session 2: July 17 – 28 Session 3: July 31 – Aug 11* Session 4: Aug 14 – 25

CRN 70068 70069 70070 70071

Price $72+GST $80+GST $72+GST $80+GST

* No camp July 3, 2017 * No camp Aug 7, 2017

* No camp July 3, 2017 * No camp Aug 7, 2017

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Children’s Programs

NEWBORNS TO TEENS Music With Your Baby

Choirs

Indigenous Dancing

Music & Movement

Orff Music

Speech Arts & Drama

Kodály Musicianship

Orchestras/Ensembles

Creative Dance for Children

Suzuki Piano/Guitar/ Trumpet

Ages 0 to 36 months

Ages 3 and 4

Ages 3+

Ages 4 to 7

Ages 5+

Ages 13+

Ages 3 to 8

Ages 7+

Ages 3+

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Group classes and private instruction for ages 4+

Private Lessons For everyone

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