2020 Kids Camp Guide

POUR LES ENFANTS DE 6 À 12

INSCRIPTIONS EN COURS ONGOING REGISTRATION

dome@cepeo.on.ca 613-830-1993 ext. 221 / 222

SUMMER CAMPS

FOR KIDS 6-12

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MULTISPORTS CAMPS D’ÉTÉ

School of Rock has been a mainstay in Orleans music for over five years. Our bands have played at Ottawa Fury games, Ottawa Senators’ games, Grey Cup week, HOPE Volleyball SummerFest, the Capital Fair, as well as many festivals and parades. Our musicians have helped fundraise by playing at elementary school BBQs, partnering with Operation Come Home at their 24-Hours-of-Homelessness event and packing Grace O’Malley’s each December to raise food and dollars at our annual benefit concert for the local food bank. We were even named Ottawa’s Best Music School in 2019 (Faces Magazine).

The great thing is that many of the musicians playing in the bands had never had any musical experience before coming to our school. Most of our programs combine a weekly private lesson along with a weekly band rehearsal. The team approach ensures that new students are welcomed and encouraged by current students and as the student grows in ability, they are offered more prominent parts in the band’s songs.

Our instructors are the best in the city and we follow a tested School of Rock method that incorporates the instruction and the students’ music book, along with an online app that will challenge and assist the student. With two rehearsal studios, six individual lesson rooms and all the gear, for those who may have never picked up an instrument before or are seasoned pros, we are sure to be able to satisfy your thirst for music.

Our programs start for wee rockers as young as two years old all the way to those adults wishing to fulfill their bucket list through an adult boot camp. We added a March Break camp and summer camps so that, even if you can’t commit to a full program, you can experience the school!

So check us out online (locations.schoolofrock.com/orleans), come by for a tour at 2003 St. Joseph, like us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ SoROrleans) or call us at 613-841-8118. We even offer a free first lesson with no additional obligation!

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SUMMER AND MARCH BREAK CAMPS ENROLLING NOW

We ooer a wide variety of options to ensure your child has an amazing, immersive musical experience. Sign up your child now and watch them become a musician.

SCHOOL OF ROCK | Orléans 2003 St Joseph Blvd., Orléans, Ont K1C 1E5 (613) 841-8118 orléans.schoolofrock.com

The Ottawa School of Art

Fuel Your Child’s Creativity Established in 1879, the OSA has always maintained its mission to deliver top-quality arts education, making it the ideal summer camp for your children. Participating children and teens will embark on an exciting hands-on exploration of a variety of artistic mediums, themes and styles taught by professional artists. Your child or teen will have access to a variety of art materials — all included within the costs of the camps.

Ottawa School of Theatre École de théâtre d’Ottawa SUMMER ACTing CAMPs with Ottawa Theatre Professionals!

Before and after care is available from Monday to Friday 8 am to 9am and 4 pm to 5:30 pm.

Children ages 6-12 years Students produce a wide variety of work in all disciplines: drawing, painting, printmaking, collage and sculpture, giving children the opportunity to use materials and processes that are not available in the home or school setting.

Teens ages 13-15 years Youth focus their attention and develop patience in classes that are media

specific, such as cartooning, while individual lessons focus on different elements of art such as colour, line, form, perspective, and composition.

Downtown Campus Possible field trips involve a tour of the National Gallery of Canada, a visit to Lowertown Pool, and/or other local parks/museums. Children participate in a short drama class.

Orléans Campus Possible field trip to YMCA pool and/or other local parks. Children participate in a short drama class offered by the Ottawa School of Theatre.

ACTing!! Shakespeare! Musicals! Mixed Media! en Français and English! Learn by doing! Summer Theatre Camps!

Ottawa School of Theatre teaches theatre by doing theatre. All camps end with a show on STAGE! Just like the PROs! Skill building camps for your school aged child. Theatre builds life skills.

Acting, Theatre games build empathy development, teambuilding and nurture self-confidence. Theatre arts are a proven way to improve social and academic skills.

The basis for these techniques begins with taking ownership of your own actions within the group as a whole.

The show is not deemed a success or failure because of what happens onstage, but rather what has happened during the many hours spent together in rehearsals. Theatre (as in Life) is best when it is about the process and

not only the finale. Theatre is very much a TEAM SPORT! Ottawa School of Theatre is committed to providing the best learning environment for all its students. The success of the program lies in the first rate and fully equipped studios housed in The Shenkman Arts Centre as well as high caliber teaching. OST-ETO engages only the best to direct, teach and coach students in Improv, Acting, On-Camera, Shakespeare, Musical Theatre, Mixed Media and more. Teaching theatre since 1989, Ottawa School of Theatre offers a full curriculum of introductory and specialized acting and theatre classes, camps and workshops in English and French for students from pre-school to adult.

Camps are 1 or 2 week and cost $280. $560. Spaces are limited. All camps run from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Early drop-off and late pick-up available. www.ost-eto.ca / 613-580-2764 The Shenkman Arts Centre 245 Centrum Blvd.

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Fuel your ARTOTTAWA.CA child’s creativity.

Why send your children to summer camp?

By Mike Beasley Have you ever wondered why parents send their kids to summer camp?

Back in the day, going to summer camp meant travelling somewhere deep in the woods to stay in a cabin or tent, paddle a canoe, see wildlife and sing songs by the camp fire.

That seemed to be a part of almost every child’s summer.

The readers who are 40 or older can probably relate to those quasi-fun-filled, sun burnt and blackfly-bitten summers.

Those getaways are now labelled as traditional camps, which blend a variety of sports, the wilderness, creative arts and special activities into their programs.

There are camps to practice a sport, arts and drama camps, ones to learn new languages, photography camps, and even circus camps.

In this day and age, summer camps cater to just about every need or wish.

And yes, there are family camps which enable families to get out and enjoy nature and activities together.

You can sign your children up for a tripping camp with the focus on the wild and canoeing to a new campsite every night.

Still not doing anything for you? Then why not send you daughter to Girl Guide Camp or son to Boy Scout Camp?

If that’s still not working, then why not try a computer camp which is painful to suggest, because these days too many youngsters seem to spend hours –even days – on their electronic devices.

Thankfully, everybody is included in themed camps with the advent of physical disability/learning/mental disability and/or developmental delay camps.

If a family is burdened with the cost of sending several kids away for a couple of weeks, then subsidized camps may be the answer.

They are defined as a division of the traditional camps but provide scholarships and discounts for underprivileged youth and offer a similar program.

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The Ottawa New Edinburgh Club (ONEC) Ottawa New Edinburgh Club’s unique multi-sport summer day camps provide new skills, friendships and experiences.

Designed for children ages 7 to 17 of any skill level, ONEC’s summer day camps feature tennis, sailing, rowing, canoeing and stand up paddle-boarding in various combinations. The camps run from July 6 to August 28, 2020, weekdays 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, on a half- or full-day basis, for one to four weeks. Pre- and post-camp supervision is available. All instructors are certified.

ONEC’s Tennis Camps are a great way to get kids interested in tennis or to build on the skills they already possess.

Participants learn stroke basics, game strategy, footwork and sportsmanship, and receive an ONEC Summer Day Camp t-shirt. Structured off-court activities are also organized.

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. All participants must sign up for full-day sailing camps.

ONEC’s Watersports offer Rowing Adventures in the morning, through which Row Canada’s Journey 1 and 2 certification is attained, and Paddling Adventures in the afternoon, when campers learn to canoe and use stand up paddleboards. Excursions take place every Friday for all watersports programs!

The Ottawa New Edinburgh Club is located at 501 and 504 Sir GeorgeÉtienne Cartier Parkway. For further information go to www.onec.ca; register online at www.onec.ca/daycamps. A 10% discount is offered for reservations paid by May 31.

ONEC’s Sailing Camp uses the CANSail

THE OTTAWA NEW EDINBURGH CLUB Ottawa’s Waterfront Sports Centre

ONEC SUM MER DAY CAMPS

Spend your summer on the high seas Are you 12 to 18 years old and want to try something new this summer? Why not spend time on the water, travel, learn new skills and challenge yourself to reach new heights sailing a tall ship!

Aboard the 110-foot Fair Jeanne, youth 14-18 sail the Eastern seaboard in celebration of Maine 200 & Mayflower 400 during the month of July. In August, you can earn a Grade 11 high school credit aboard ship while sailing and exploring from Portsmouth, New Hampshire to Quebec City.

Youth 12-14 can sail on board the Black Jack and explore the St. Lawrence River in 5-10 day camps in the beautiful 1000 Islands. You may even sleep over inside Fort Wellington, go sea kayaking or sail alongside antique boats!

Once you step aboard, the ship’s company is divided into smaller watch groups, a new set of friends with whom you will learn the ropes, sleep, cook and yes…even clean a bit.

You might find yourself 30-feet in the air unfurling sails, learning how to navigate the ship at the helm with the Captain, or take a break reading on deck under the setting sun.

But don’t worry, it’s not all work; we take shore excursions, swim from the ship, play tall ships Olympics and make memorable experiences happen.

Bytown Brigantine Tall Ships Adventure inspires leadership, good citizenship and lifelong friendships sailing tall ships! So put the cell phone aside for a few days (don’t worry, you can have it on shore leave) and step aboard for the adventure of a lifetime.

TENNIS • SAILING • ROWING • CANOEING • STAND UP PADDLEBOARD July 6 through August 28, 2020

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One and Two Week Sessions; Full and Half Day for Ages 7 to 17; Certified Instructors; Extended Drop-off and Pick-up Times 10% DISCOUNT FOR PAID BOOKINGS RECEIVED BY MAY 31 Full Details and Online Registration at www.onec.ca/day-camps or phone 613.746.8540 Follow us:

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Expedition Adventure: East Coast (with High School leadership credit) Sailing New England, Atlantic Canada & Gulf of St. Lawrence Mon Aug 3 - Sun Aug 23 *Shorter voyage legs between ports are available

www.TallshipsAdventure.org 613-596-6258

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Inspiring leadership, good citizenship and lifelong friendships

2019 Kids’ Camps WHY YOU SHOULD SEND YOUR TEEN TO CAMP (REALLY!) DAY CAMP #1 No sleeping in until noon.

SLEEP-AWAY CAMP #1 Your grocery bill.

Enough said.

#2 No Wi-Fi!

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You don’t have to listen to “I’m bored.”

#4 No “Can you drive me to ________?”

#2 Do you really want your teen to play video games all summer?

#3 Will you miss wet towels on the floor?

Probably not.

#4 “There’s nothing to doooooo...”

The Cumbrae School of Dancing Summer Dance Camp in Orléans!

With massive snowbanks everywhere, it’s hard to believe we’ll ever see summer again... but it won’t be too long until parents are scrambling to get the kids into those summer camps that always fill up!

The Cumbrae School of Dancing on St. Joseph Blvd offers an excellent, fun and affordable summer camp for kids July 6 to 10. The classes are introductory and include a variety of styles such as ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, musical theatre, hip hop and Irish. There are also crafts, costume design, dance photo shoots... snacks are even provided!

Cumbrae has been a family-owned business in Orleans for over 30 years.

The highly qualified instructors train girls and boys in a positive, noncompetitive environment.

“Choosing Cumbrae has been a wonderful decision for my daughter. She gets the best instruction and she is always eager to go to class! The summer camps are amazing – they have the perfect mix of fun and learning. The studio has been such a positive influence on both her dance and her confidence – she loves dance and that is all thanks to Cumbrae!”

— Rachel (parent) Dance is for everyone – come join our dance family!

Count Smart

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If your child has learning or behavioural difficulties that affect them daily, you may be eligible for the Disability Tax Credit Government Refund. Many children meet the criteria, but parents are unaware that this credit is available to them. This credit is also available for adults that have difficulty completing everyday tasks.

Refunds can be generated in the thousands depending on individual circumstances.

Why choose Count Smart Inc. to advocate for you?

It’s what we do! We assess each file in a confidential and respectful manner, and have the experience to successfully navigate the application from start to finish. We have generated thousands of dollars in refunds for people who have not known this credit was available to them or their family members. Many

people think the eligibility is based on their annual income, however this is not the case.

There are no applicable fees unless you get a refund. We have more than 15 years of experience and our success rate is excellent.

For those that have the Disability Tax Credit already approved It is definitely worth having us review your previously approved application as we often find additional refunds that were never paid out.

Have you been denied for the Disability Tax Credit?

This is not uncommon. This is why we do what we do. Contact us at 613-832-1777 so that we can advocate for you!

While we are based in Orléans, Ontario, we provide services across Canada.

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La Coccinelle

Aux camps d’été de La Coccinelle, vous trouverez une programmation enrichie avec une grande variété d’activités et de sorties dans un environnement sécuritaire. Nous offrons un choix de 4 sites différents

dans la région. Nos programmes offrent des sorties, des ateliers et 2 dîners par semaine. Les sorties et les ateliers spéciaux vont être affichés en ligne sur notre site Web dès le mois de mars.

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.

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. 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.

Club de gymnastique Les Sittelles Camp de mars / March camp 16 au 20 mars 2020

Camps d’été / Summer camps 22 juin au 21 août 2020

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Trampoline pour les 7 ans et plus.

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613 830-5098 www.sittelles.ca

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Gymnastique, trampoline, jeux, sortie et bricolage avec entraîneurs bilingues

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make new friends (the number one outcome cited by children who attend camp) learn new physical skills (arts and crafts, sports, swimming, waterskiing, archery) learn new social skills (communication, leadership, teamwork) gain an appreciation of people’s different abilities (we are all gifted in some way or another) experience the feelings of love, safety, and security enjoy being a kid and clowning around experience the freedom to make choices, decisions, and mistakes do chores without being paid (kids help to clean up after lunch and to keep the camp area clean) have one outstanding teacher (we have lots of the non-academic kind here) see positive adult role models in a fun environment experience a community where everyone is welcome regardless of race, colour or religion learn how to swim (many camps provide daily swimming opportunities) receive praise for who she is and what she has accomplished (counselors do this all the time) turn off the television for a week (there are no TV’s at most camps) 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

BLACKBURN TENNIS CLUB 2020 Full-Day Tennis & Swim Camps

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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 problems, 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.

Camps Canada: Providing lasting memories for 25 years Why send your child to camp A camp experience is without equal.

Even those campers who during the school year have behavioural problems, difficulty concentrating or who cannot relate well to their peers are highly successful. How is all of this accomplished in a recreational/educational setting that is overseen by a few camping professionals, but is administered for the most part by high school and university students. The answer is complex; however, the key to the success of camp is that all its efforts are focused on the individual and not on the program.

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.

How to chose a camp Summer is a great time for kids. They need to get away from the everyday stress of school as much as adults need to get away from their full time jobs.

What better way to help kids relax and enjoy their time off than to send them to summer camp? (By the way, this gives parents a nice break too.)

Before you make a camp decision for your child, there are a lot of factors to consider. You will want to do your homework before you drop your child off for the day to be cared for by

people you hardly know. It’s not easy.

There are so many camps to consider and they come in all shapes and sizes.

What does your child like to do?

Children know what they like and don’t like. Ask them for their input. If your child is active and loves to play sports, a sports camp is probably right for him or her. If your child is creative, then choose a camp that offers arts and crafts. Camp choices are as varied as children themselves. Choose a camp with the specific focus geared toward your child.

At Camps Canada we offer a variety of great camp options including: Arts and Crafts, Ball Hockey, Basketball, Bike Safety, Horseback Riding, Multisport, Swimming and Tennis for boys and girls ages 5 to 12 and some half-day options for 5- and 6- year-olds.

Our exceptional team of certified teachers guarantee incredible summer camp memories for your child. Our extended hours, enthusiastic certified teachers and amazing programming are what set us apart. Our mission is to create a special place for every camper to make lasting memories and to EXPERIENCE SUCCESS, regardless of their abilities.

Established in 1996, Camps Canada has hosted over 50,000 kids during the past 25 years.

Camps Canada offers a number of day camp programs at St. Peter High School in Orléans. ALL of our camps were sold out last summer, so register early to avoid disappointment. For more information visit www.campscanada.com.

– Submitted by Matt Barr of Camps Canada

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Shenkman Arts Centre If you are looking for a mix of educational activities and a whole lot of fun, then look no further than Shenkman Arts Centre. Inspire the creative side of children through the huge variety of camps and classes offered, which are not only top quality but also affordable.

Campers are entertained by a wide range of arts camps, learning skills like filmmaking, illustration, dance, pottery, sculpture and theatre – just to name a few. Children start the day in one of the centre’s specialized studios but there are also plenty of opportunities to get outside.

Classes offer the opportunity to film in the sunshine, watch a performance as part of the exciting summer series

on the Agora Minto-Orléans outdoor plaza, draw, eat lunch in the fresh air, or just blow off some steam. Some camps have organized outings to local pools, and parks.

Programs are offered by both City of Ottawa staff and the resident programming partners at Shenkman Arts Centre and parents can rest assured that all professional instructors working in their fields provide a high standard of instruction. The Centre’s convenient location, free parking and before and after-camp care make it an easy fit with anyone’s schedule.

Visit Shenkmanarts.ca and click on “Classes and Camps” to find out more!

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Your child’s summer camp adventure begins with the City of Ottawa. A wide range of classic and specialty summer camps for all ages and skill levels.

From adventure and sports camps to arts and science camps – kids will have a great time making new friends, creating lasting memories, discovering new interests, and learning new skills.

SUMMER CAMPS + CLASSES

Registration begins: March 2

shenkmanarts.ca ottawa.ca/artscamps ottawa.ca/campsdesarts

ottawa.ca/camps Resident Programming Partners: Shenkman Arts Centre 245 Centrum Blvd, Orléans

National Kids Camps For 35 years, National Kids Camps has been providing unique March Break and summer day camps for kids across the Ottawa/Gatineau region.

This year, we will be providing bussing for our campers from the University of Ottawa to enjoy the nature and outdoor adventures at our amazing CAMP FORTUNE location nestled in the beautiful hills, woods and lakes of Gatineau Park. Orléans campers have the choice of four different camps to choose from: Amazing Race Camp, Survivor Camp, Wilderness Adventure Camp and Mountain Bike Kids Camp.

Amazing Race Camp campers age 8 to 14 will take part in a series of unique challenges.

The campers will form teams and hike through Camp Fortune traveling from “country to country” participating in different tasks, sample the country’s food and play travel-themed games.

Besides the Amazing Race portion of the camp, the kids will have time to swim at Meech Lake, play archery tag, visit a local Aerial Park, and much more...

Survivor Camp includes hiking, archery, paddleboarding, beach volleyball, a visit to a local Aerial Park, swimming at Meech Lake and a series of physical/ mental/ food/immunity challenges as well as daily trips to Tribal Council where no one gets voted off, they get voted for! Best leader, Ultimate team survivor, Ultimate Camp Survivor etc.

Wilderness Camp includes paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, outdoor skills training, swimming at Meech Lake and a special day trip to Lac la Pêche and much more.

Mountain Bike Kids Camp is a funfilled and exciting way of exploring the great outdoors. Riding a winding mountain trail through forests, up and over hills, across streams will focus the camper’s attention on each maneuver you make! Each day the group will ride trails, use maps, and explore the area’s trail system. Along the way stops may be made for hiking, snacks, looking for frogs, and more.

The Academy of Dance Arts

Happy Feet are Dancing Feet!

The Academy of Dance Arts is offering SUMMER DANCE in June, July, and August!

Summer Evening Classes Dance classes will be offered in the evenings in June, July and August for students ages 3 to adult.

Classes are offered in: • Ballet • Jazz / Lyrical • Tap • Hip Hop • Musical Theatre • Acrobatics • Creative Dance • Contemporary Please register ONLINE at www.theacademyofdancearts.com commencing March 1st. Alternatively, register in person at the studio.

Dance Camps Summer Dance Camps will be offered in July and August. Dance camps are open to all children ages 4 to 12. Camp runs from 9 am to 4 pm daily, Monday to Friday, with FREE care one hour before camp (8am), and one hour after camp (5pm). Register for multiple camps and SAVE! Summer Intensive Classes Camps for the Competitive Dancer ADA also offers competitive classes and camps for the competitive dancer.

Check out our web site at theacademyofdancearts.com

For more information, including pricing and scheduling, visit www. nationalkidscamps.com

Adventures await at our Summer 2020

Camp Fortune Camps!

AMAZING RACE CAMP

MOUNTAIN BIKE CAMP

WILDERNESS ADVENTURE CAMP

Swimming, archery tag, team building, arts & crafts and so much more!

Convenient drop-off & pick-up location / UofO at Lees Ave.

GET $40 OFF WITH PROMO CODE “ORLEANS20”!!

(Expires March 8th, 2020)

For more information, visit:

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613•723•1101

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Summer Fun Dance Camps b July & August b Free care before camp (8 am) and after camp (5 pm) AL BILINGU N TIO INSTRUC

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SURVIVOR CAMP

Summer Evening Classes b June, July, August b Ages 3 to adult

Pine View Golf Camp This summer, your child could have a lot of FUN, be SAFE and really IMPROVE their golf game at Pine View Golf Course’s Summer Golf Camps.

Whether a child is being introduced to the game for the first time or looking to refine their skills, instruction through game-based learning leads to improvement in all areas. Superb lessons, friendly competitions, swing analysis, and on-course play keep your child engaged throughout the day.

Our certified instructors oversee all lessons and apply proven teaching methods your child can benefit from.

Junior golf campers will work on golf fundamentals, such as : • Chipping and putting • Full Swing • Course Management • Rules and Etiquette • Golf Definitions

Pine View’s Summer Golf Camps recognize that it is important for young golfers to have fun while learning, and is designed to accomplish just that through skills and drills development.

In addition, all campers will get onto the golf course each day for supervised play!

Weekly Camps: • Monday-Friday • June 29 to Aug 28 • Daily from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm • Lunch and all equipment is provided • Multiple camp discounts available Worried about rain days? We now have three state-of-the-art golf simulators in our club house. In addition to over 30 courses and driving ranges, we also have fun games like tic tac toe and ‘’window smash’’.

Contact us at camps@pineview.com for more information and to register your child for a great summer adventure!

Equestrian Camp Is your child crazy about horses and ponies? If you are looking for total horse immersion and a dream-cometrue for your child, then Summer Camp at Wynbrook Farm is the place to be this summer!

Now in our 34rd season, Wynbrook Farms is offering a two-week camp for children aged 7 to 14. The two-week session will run from Monday, July 8 to Friday, July 12 and from Monday, July 15 to Friday, July 19.

During the camp, participants will develop a bond with the horse or pony they will be paired with for the week and they will learn the basics of horsemanship, grooming, handling and practical horse care.

The children will ride twice daily with a morning instructional lesson and an afternoon “pony game” which could include mounted games, bareback, trail riding etc. Day Camp activities also include nature hikes, arts and crafts, trampoline, and scavenger hunts.

On the final day of the camp, the

children will perform a “horse show” for their parents and friends to enjoy as they demonstrate the skills they have learned at camp. All campers will receive a camp T-shirt as well as their very first horse show ribbon as a keepsake of their time spent at Wynbrook Farm.

This year’s fees are: $915 (including HST), and we limit our enrollment to 20 children. With a team of 4-5 staff members, we are able to maintain our standards of safety and professional care as high as ever.

All campers are required to have their own riding pants (breeches or leggings) and paddock (or equivalent) boots with a small heel.

Camp activities begin at 9 a.m. and end at 4:00 p.m. and we can help arrange for car-pooling, early drop offs or late pick-ups should that be necessary.

To reserve your child’s spot visit www.wynbrook.com, download and complete the registration form and e-mail it to Melanie@tbeq.ca.

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TWO-WEEK CAMP FOR AGES 7 TO 14: July 20-24 & July 27-31

If you are looking for total horse immersion and a dreamcome-true for your child, then day camp at Wynbrook is the place to be this year!

• 9:00am–4:00pm (carpooling, early drop-off or late pick-up available) • Two riding lessons a day • Pony Games & Trail Rides • Arts & Crafts • Nature Hikes • Swimming Pool & Trampoline • Parents’ Day Horse Show

6222 Dunning Road, Vars (only 20 minutes from Orléans)

REGISTER ONLINE AT www.wynbrook.com

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 will be run by UEFA-certified coaches, former professional and university players, and Ottawa TFC’s own talented Academy coaches. The camps are designed to develop a player’s individual skills and help build the confidence needed to enjoy the beautiful game. Players will be grouped with others of similar ability to be challenged to succeed to the best of their abilities.

The first camp will be held from July 6-10 at Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School.

The second camp will be held from July 20-24 at Gloucester High School. The agenda will include 3.5 hours of on field training during the morning session. After a 60-minute lunch break the campers will enjoy an hour of swimming followed by a mini World Cup tournament. The cost for each camp is $225.

A separate goal keeper camp will be held from July 13-17 at Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School. Campers can register for either the half-day camp, which runs from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, or the full-day camp which runs from 9:00 am to 4 pm.

The cost is $135 and $225 respectively.

A high performance camp will be held for youth age 13-18 at Millennium Park and Ottawa TFC clubhouse from June 29 to July 3 (no camp on July 1st). The cost is $250 per player. The camp is designed to model a national team training camp.

For more information or to register visit www.ottawatfc.com.

OPEN CAMPS for youth age 7-14 HIGH PERFORMANCE CAMP for youth age 13-18 TWO LOCATIONS: Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School & Gloucester High School

Your kids can triumph at Ottawa’s TRYumph Gymnastic Academy TRYumph Gymnastics Academy runs a wide variety of March Break and Summer Camp programs in Gymnastics, Ninja Warrior, Parkour, and Fencing.

There are programs for all ages. Gymnastics starts from six months and the fencing and Ninja programs start from five years old.

TRYumph’s founders – Alina Florea, a Romanian gymnastics coach whose former athletes have won provincial, national and international events, including a gold medal at the Sydney Olympics; and Paul ApSimon, who has coached the Canadian fencing team for going on four years, including at the Olympics, are both Level 4 qualified coaches and they know what it takes to succeed.

All of TRYumph’s programs have a strong focus on fundamental movement skills with an emphasis on teaching functional movement throughout the physical literacy strands. The physical literacy program ensures that all of TRYumph’s athletes develop skills for success in any sport.

There are drop-in times throughout the week for potential members to come tryout the facility and get a feel for the programs are offered at TRYumph. For more information visit tryumphgymnastics.ca, or come by the gym and visit our staff.

REGISTER NOW FOR MARCH BREAK, SUMMER AND PD CAMPS & FUN ACTIVITIES!

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TRYumph Gymnastics

1373 Ogilvie, Ottawa Call us: 613-742-5066 Register Online at tryumphgymnastics.ca

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