2021 Summer Camp Guide

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City virtual and in-person Ottawa New Edinburgh Club’s activities for the summer Unique Summer Day Camps Summer days are here and the school holidays are just around the corner, which means it’s time to think about summer camps.

This year, the City of Ottawa will be offering COVID-modified Camp Summer Fun in-person day camps for ages four to 12 years old.

This year, there will be both in-person camps and a great selection of virtual options. The usual mix of fun and stimulating in-person camps will be on offer.

All programs are COVID-modified with all necessary safety precautions in place and siblings will be able to stay together.

Fitness, arts and crafts, games and all-around smiles and laughter will fill your child’s summer months.

If you are looking to entertain your child at home, then take a peek at the virtual activities the City has to offer.

They will include half-day activities from 9 to 11 am and 1 to 3 pm. This allows you to mix and match activities – maybe art in the morning and fitness in the afternoon. Of course, you can just pick half a day too.

There are lots of fun options to choose from. Take the time to sit down with your child and find out what interests them. This is a great opportunity to try something new.

Fitness, arts, science and general interest – there is something for everyone.

Go to ottawa.ca/recreation for more information on programs and registration.

Kids ages 7 to 17 can build skills while enjoying fun and friendship at ONEC’s summer full- or half-day camps, located just east of downtown on the Ottawa River. Tennis, sailing and rowing will be offered July 5 to September 3 in one- or two-week sessions taught by certified instructors, weekdays from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, with optional extended dropoff and pick-up times. Lunches are provided on Fridays.

TENNIS (ages 7 to 17) – Participants learn stroke basics, game strategy, footwork and sportsmanship, or improve their skills. Fun, structured, off-court activities are also organized.

SAILING (ages 9 to 17) – ONEC’s Sailing Camps use the CANSail progressive certification from levels 1 to 4.

CANSail 1 may take a week or more; CANSail 2 takes two to three weeks; CANSail 3 and 4 each take four to six weeks.

The camp operates in one- to fourweek full-day modules; space is limited.

ROWING ADVENTURES (ages 11 to 17) Learn to Scull (LTS) teaches basic skills of stroke technique plus boat handling, water safety and balance. Instruction follows Row Canada’s Journey 1-2-3 program; Journey 1 and 2 certification may also be attained. Journey 1 takes about two half-day weeks, while Journey 2 takes an additional two halfday weeks.

10% EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT All camps are HST-exempt. Early booking discounts are offered for reservations paid by May 31, 2021. Full refunds (less credit card fees) will be given for camps cancelled by ONEC (including COVIDrelated reasons).

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WOW! What a crazy year! Going to see live music has literally been shut down but there has never been more of a need to listen, enjoy and participate in music. Social interaction, learning a skill and building confidence are all reasons for you to engage in music lessons.

School of Rock went 100% remote when lockdown hit in March 2020 and since then we have been providing all of our programs both remote and at the school depending on the restrictions in place. With over 2,500 square feet in our school including six lesson rooms plus two rehearsal rooms, School of Rock ensures that students are taught in a safe and fun environment. We offer programs for all levels and all ages and if you would prefer to have your lessons remotely via Zoom we are happy to accommodate.

Our patented results-driven programs combine one on one lessons with group band practices, making School of Rock the ultimate music school for kids and adults.

The one-week day camps are a great way to be introduced to the school. No experience is needed and students will enjoy the thrill of playing in a band. Last year we offered more camps than ever but to ensure social distancing they were smaller in size. We sold out and we hope to do that again this year.

So, if you are looking for a great activity for your kids, whether it’s one of our programs or a camp, or you yourself are interested in our adult program then give us a call. We

offer a free first lesson to ensure that this is a good fit and all of our programs run month to month with no long-term commitment.

You can contact us as orleans@schoolofrock.com, call us at 613-841-8118 or check out programs, camps, news and resources (like how to tune your guitar) at https://locations.schoolofrock.com/orleans

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Fred Sherwin The Orléans Star Ontario kids should be able to return to summer camp this year after the COVID pandemic kiboshed summer camps all of last summer.

After some heavy duty lobbying by the Ontario Camps Association, the Ontario government has given its conditional approval to allow some summer camps to operate this year under the condition that case counts are kept relatively in check and there are no major outbreaks.

For their part, both sleepover and daycamp summer camps are making plans to implement a set of stringent protocols still being discussed between the Ontario Camps Association COVID-19 task force and Ontario Public Health.

Among the measures still being discussed is testing for campers and staff at sleepover camps; what happens in the event of an outbreak at a camp; and whether or not camp staff will be able to get vaccinated before the camps start.

According to a study done in the United

States last year, there was barely any difference between sleepover camps and day camps in terms of the risk of a possible outbreak.

Many camps are already taking reservations for this summer, however, spots are limited due to the COVID-19 protocols which limit the number of campers per session.

Despite having fewer campers, it’s still better than the alternative for camp operators who had to dip into their reserves or take advantage of government lending programs in order to put themselves into a position to reopen this year.

Guardedly optimistic would be the best way to describe how most operators feel as they look forward to the summer.

The hope is that the current stay-at-home order will drive the number of infections back down, as was the case last spring, and that the warmer weather will keep them down as was also the case last summer before the kids headed back to school in September.

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largely unspoken is the potential for the province implement another shut them down on a moment’s notice should there be another COVID wave during the summer.

However, most experts agree that a summer shutdown is highly unlikely as more and more people get vaccinated against the virus over the coming weeks and months.

The argument to allow camps to operate this summer is that the benefits to a child’s

mental and physical well-being far outweigh the extremely rare chance they will contract the virus while at an outdoor camp.

Kids are much more at risk of catching the virus at home than they are in an outdoor day camp environment, especially with the various protocols in place including prescreening, social distancing, and mandatory mask wearing. In the end, the decision to go to camp is up to each individual family.

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All camps will offer the following skills as possible on-line: Theatre games, Physical character, Voice and speech, Warm up techniques, Teambuilding, and Collaboration. Specialized camps; Talent Show, Shakespeare and Improv.

SUMMER 2021 THEATRE CAMPS! In French and English to ages 6-15 Ottawa School of Theatre is physically closed, but still in operation!

While theatre is meant to be in-person, we have adapted to Zooming! OST-ETO will be making well-loved summer camps available in a virtual camp environment;

Zooming together into summer theatre fun. This will require an internet connection, a computer (desktop, laptop or tablet with webcam / microphone), and enthusiasm.

The goal is to provide summer theatre that is rewarding, enriching and challenging; that is focused on encouraging participation, and that helps students try out new skills, all while keeping safe from covid.

The safety of teachers, staff and families always takes priority, resulting in the difficult decision to remain physically closed. Since March 2020, OST teachers and students have been getting together virtually, sharing talents and theatre skills.

Virtual Fun is better than No Fun at All! ZOOM into Summer Theatre Virtual, online Summer ACTing Camps Each camp will meet once per day (see specific times with each camp) for 1¼ hours, Monday to Friday.

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There are many benefits to sending your child to camp There are hundreds of reasons for kids to go to camp. Here is a partial list followed by expert advice: 1. Make new friends (the number one outcome cited by children who attend camp).

2. Learn new physical skills (arts and crafts, sports, swimming, waterskiing, archery).

3. Learn new social skills (communication, leadership, teamwork).

4. Gain an appreciation of people’s different abilities (we are all gifted in some way or another).

5. Experience the feelings of love, safety, and security.

6. Enjoy being a kid and clowning around.

7. Experience the freedom to make choices, decisions, and mistakes.

8. Do chores without being paid (kids help to clean up after lunch and to keep the camp area clean).

9. Have one outstanding teacher (we have lots of the non-academic kind here).

10. See positive adult role models in a fun environment.

11. Experience a community where everyone is welcome regardless of race, colour or religion.

12. Learn how to swim (many camps provide daily swimming opportunities).

13. Receive praise for who she is and what she has accomplished (counselors do this all the time).

14. Turn off the television for a week (there are no TV’s at most camps).

15. To gain leadership skills (within a group of their peers).

16. Experience many things for the first time.

17. Build confidence in all the things they can do.

18. Feel comfortable being themselves (all personalities are encouraged and celebrated at camp).

19. Learn to adjust to new environments, various social situations.

20. Gain a greater sense of personal satisfaction, self-esteem, and leadership.

21. Develop personal habits that lead to a healthy lifestyle.

22. Discover and explore their interests, values and talents.

23. Participate on teams.

24. Take responsibility for others and help out.

25. Increase their problem-solving skills.

26. Meet a new circle of peers (outside of their school friends).

27. Create life-long friendships.

28. Learn to adjust to new environments.

29. Gain a greater sense of personal satisfaction and personal habits that lead to a healthy lifestyle.

30. Trust their own instincts and gain a sense of independence.

31. MOST IMPORTANTLY... to have fun.

A camp experience is without equal. Even those campers who during the school year have behavioural issues, difficulty concentrating or who cannot relate well to their peers are highly successful.

Camp is a place where strengths are reinforced, where people recognize and accept that all of us have varying abilities and talents. In so doing, each participant can applaud the efforts of peers. Feeling that support, the young person is willing to attempt more complex and challenging activities without the fear of failure. In this environment the “poor student” has an opportunity for recognition and leadership that may otherwise be denied. Camp is for every child regardless of talent and ability.

Each summer, it is evident by the smiles on their faces, and the laughter we hear that campers are extremely happy in the camp environment. They learn to be self reliant, cooperative, understanding and sensitive.

As part of a relatively small group they make friendships and establish bonds that will last a lifetime. And that, is what camp is all about.

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Club de gymnastique Les Sittelles

Après 40 ans, le Club de gymnastique Les Sittelles a plusieurs raisons de célébrer, notamment, nos racines dans la communauté francophone, ainsi que le dévouement et l’engagement de nos membres. Plus que tout, nous célébrons la réussite de nos athlètes, soit les centaines, voire milliers de personnes qui sont passées par le Club de gymnastique Les Sittelles et ont relevé des défis personnels.

Tant de choses ont changé depuis les débuts des Sittelles, pourtant notre vision et nos objectifs demeurent solidement tissés au sein du développement des habiletés physiques et mentales des jeunes, notamment en promouvant la participation, l’esprit d’équipe, la discipline personnelle, ainsi que l’atteinte d’objectifs personnels, le tout dans un environnement complètement francophone.

Visitez notre site Web pour en apprendre davantage sur l’historique du seul club de gymnastique francophone de tout l’Ontario et sur nos différents programmes récréatifs et compétitifs de gymnastique artistique et de trampoline.

En 1980, alors que les activités récréatives pour les familles de l’Est de l’Ontario étaient majoritairement en anglais, Marguerite Landriault, mère de 5 enfants, fonde le Club de gymnastique Les Sittelles.

Ottawa TFC Soccer Camps The Ottawa TFC soccer club will once again be holding a series of soccer camps this summer for youth age 7-12. The camps are designed to develop a player’s individual skills and help build the confidence needed to enjoy the beautiful game.

A half-day high performance camp will be held for youth age 13-18 at Millennium Park and Ottawa TFC clubhouse from July 5 to July 9. The cost is $175 per player. The camp is designed to model a national team training camp.

Two separate goal keeper camps will be held for U9 to U12 keepers from July 12 to July 16 at Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School and Aug. 9-13 at Millennium Park. A high performance goal keeper camp will be held for U13 to U18 keepers from July 5-9 also at Millennium Park. The cost for each of the camps is $240 per player.

Ottawa TFC will also be holding a series of four half-day open Academy/competitive camps for U9-U12 players. The first camp will be held at Millennium Park from July 12-16 for players living in Orléans. The second camp will be held at Gloucester High School from July 19-23 for players living in Gloucester. Two additional camps will be held at Millennium Park from Aug. 9-13 and Gloucester High School from Aug. 16-20.

For more information about the Ottawa TFC summer camps or to register, visit ottawatfc.com/programs-and-camps/camps.

U13-U18 High-Performance Camp

High-performance camp modeled after a professional or national team training camp

Goal Keeper Camps Keeper-specific camps with our GK staff. Dates and time TBD

U9-U12 Academy/Competitive Open Camps – July

Half-day skills camps for any U9-U12 competitive or academy level players. Orléans Camp: July 12-16. Gloucester Camp: July 19-23.

U9-U12 Academy/Competitive Open Camps – August

Half-day skills camps for any U9-U12 competitive or academy level players. Orléans Camp: August 9-13. Gloucester Camp: August 16-20.

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