Vancouver Day Camps for Kids really does have something for every child. Whether your kids want to become actors, Einsteins, circus performers, champion golfers, hockey or soccer players, mountain bikers, musicians or gymnasts or just explore their options, they'll find the perfect summer camp in Vancouver.
Take a look at these Vancouver day camp options, then click on each link for more information about individual day camp program.
Digital Media Academy at the University of British Columbia
Digital Media Academy (DMA) offers a summer digital art and technology camp at the University of British Columbia for ages 6-18. Courses are 5-days long (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) and can be combined for a multi-week experience.
Course topics include game design, digital filmmaking, digital photography, web design, 3d animation, and visual effects. All courses are project based and taught with the latest software on state-of-the-art computers, with a low student to staff ratio. Courses for high school students are offered for optional CEU credits and include opportunities for industry certification. Courses for kids include recreation breaks.
2010 dates are June 28 - July 23. Scholarships are available. For more information call 408-374-4325
Vancouver All Stars Baseball Camp
Vancouver All Stars strives to provide a fun, safe and exciting environment that fosters fundamental baseball skills and techniques for young, aspiring athletes in the Vancouver community.
Vancouver All Stars is for children age 6-12. The camp is located at 16th Ave & Carnarvon (2 blocks west of MacDonald).
We also encourage International participation in the program and have qualified ESL instructors to instruct your child. Visit www.vancouverallstars.ca for more information.
A+ Vancouver Magic Camp - with YTV Magician, Scott Dietrich
Hogwart's has come to Vancouver and your little one's dreams of becoming a magician are closer than they think. Award winning children's magician, Scott Dietrich is offering the chance of a lifetime to 60 lucky Vancouver children (ages 8 - 12).
Vancouver Magic Camp is not your ordinary summer day camp, over two weeks your child will be immersed in the magical arts while their confidence and creativity explode. Sign up before April 1st for big savings!
Vancouver Magic Camp (Monday -Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm)
Vancouver Magic Camp, July 19 - 30, limited enrollment (20 child maximum)
Vancouver Magic Camp, August 3 - 13, limited enrollment (20 child maximum)
Vancouver Magic Camp, August 16 - 27, limited enrollment (20 child maximum)
Christianne's LYCEUM of Literature and Art
Summer Camps at the Lyceum are designed to engage children and young adults in literature, writing and art. Programs, running year round, are for children three years to young adults. Choose from over thirty programs including Insects in the City, Exploring the Environment through Literature and Art, Hayao Miyazaki Anime Film Study, Contemporary Fairy Tales, Yoga, Buddha Stories and Watercolor, Summer Musings, Getting a Sense of Self, Walk and Jot - Nature Journaling, Stories, Culture and Cooking, Manga Mania, and others. Call for more information and registration: 604-733-1356
Ava Music and Art Centre Summer Camp
Join Ava Music for a fun and energetic two weeks of musical activities, lessons and performance. The Camp is designed for children ages 3-13 with a genuine interest in music and art.
Children of all levels of musical talent are welcome to join us! We have ESL instructors as well. These camps are a great way to have fun and learn new music skills. We offer both half-day and full-day camps.
Call Heather @ 604-990-3541.
Session I: Full-Day/Half-Day Camp (July 6 to July 17)
Session II: Full-Day/Half-Day Camp (July 20 to July 31)
Drive Dance Center Kids & Teens Arts Camps
1839 Commercial Dr. Vancouver BC
604-762-4232
Kids sing, dance, draw and enjoy arts & crafts in comfortable, non-intimidating atmosphere!
Learning from renowned professional instructors, kids develop their artistic and creative skills in an environment conducive to both education and entertainment!
Teens Beginner & Intermediate Camps (age 12-18 years) runs June 29th - July 3rd
Kids Art & Dance Camp (age 3-11 years) runs July 13th - July 17th
Contact DDC to register: 604-762-4232
Vancouver All Stars Baseball Camp
Vancouver All Stars strives to provide a fun, safe and exciting environment that fosters fundamental baseball skills and techniques for young, aspiring athletes in the Vancouver community.
Vancouver All Stars is for children age 6-12. The camp is located at 16th Ave & Carnarvon (2 blocks west of MacDonald).
We also encourage International participation in the program and have qualified ESL instructors to instruct your child.
Visit our website www.vancouverallstars.ca for more information.
FUN Camps (Friends Uniting for Nature)
FUN Camps is the first camp in the Vancouver area to focus on environmental sustainability and leadership skills. It is offered each week throughout the summer, on UBC campus, for youth aged 11-15. Campers will make solar-powered cars, create environmental project plans, hike, swim, go on field trips, and much more. Registration begins April 20th for this exciting new camp. Contact Maia Green, FUN Camps Program Director, for more information. maia@funcamps.ca
AirTime Canada
The Air Time Canada program offers teen-age youth (age 13 to 17) the opportunity to explore the world of aviation in a hands-on experience program. For more information, email info@airfun.org
Amati String Studio
Vancouver Summer Camps for students at all ages and levels. Included half day and full day camps for violin, viola, cello, guitar, piano. RCM Examination Theory preparation for August exams. Now registering for all courses. 604-733-9813
Arts Umbrella Summer Camp 2010
Arts Umbrella on Granville Island offers arts and adventure camps, either full or half day. Programs include outdoor adventures, art classes, website building and improv workshops. Ages 4-19.
604-681-5268 ext 221
Atlantis Programs: Summer Swim and Cycle
Offers swim lessons and bike camps in Vancouver, West Van, North Van and Richmond. They have taught 45,000 people to swim and 12,000 to cycle since 1986.
604-874-6464
Bard on the Beach Young Shakespeareans Summer Workshops
Kids become part of the company as the learn on the stage at Bard on the Beach in July & August. Ages 8-18.
604-737-0625
Brad Higgs Summer Soccer Schools
This soccer school has been teaching kids to play soccer for 25 years. There are week long summer schools in both Vancouver and North Vancouver.
604-939-1114
Camp Monarch, Music, Art and Dance
Monday to Friday, 9:00 - 3:00 with aftercare available until 5 PM
Camp Monarch is a 2 week day camp designed for children 6-12 with a genuine interest in music and dance. Students of all abilities are welcome. Our goal is to motivate children to achieve their true potential in music and dance in a positive and encouraging environment.
Music Director - Erin Deighton (Collingwood School)
Dance Director - Kristen Glen (National Ballet Alumni)
604-723-8151
Camp Summit
This camp for kids 9-15 is located near Squamish, about an hour from Vancouver. An all year camp, Camp Summit offers mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, hiking snowboarding, swimming, crafts and lots more. Call toll free: 866-550-1118 or visit their website for more information.
Children's Technology Workshop
Week long, full day programs for 8 to 14 year olds. Our hi-tech, hands-on programs, lead by qualified teachers and skilled instructors, use a variety of technologies, both on and off the computer to explore engineering & robotics, fashion design, video game creation, animation, graphic design, and adventure creation.
1-866-704-2267
Circ Kids
Cirkids has summer classes in unicycling, juggling, tightwire-walking, trapeze, gymwheel, mini-trampoline, acrobalance and more. On the last day of camp, kids create their own show Ages: 7-14.
604-737-7408
Dojang Kids Camps
combines physical activity, martial arts exercises and techniques with exciting and engaging outings and excursions which are physical, cultural and West Coast in nature. Learn new skills in a specialized environment, have the opportunity to meet new challenges, gain self-esteem and confidence, build new friendships, and have FUN. 604-603-4388
Evans Lake Forest Education Centre
Five, six or seven-day sessions for various age groups include horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, day & overnight hikes, forest ecology programs, crafts, archery, evening campfires, friendships, and wilderness memories.
Also available are Outdoor Adventure Camp for children 12 - 16 years. These camps provide an enhanced outdoor learning experience (GPS basics, orienteering, etc.), and feature a special theme such as river rafting, rock climbing, zip-lining, or an extended trek.
604-904-2221
Geneskool
Geneskool provides university lab experiences for students entering Grades 10 through 12. Students will investigate the world of genetics. Participants learn current molecular techniques in state-of-the-art lab facilities, explore diverse applications of genetic technologies, and consider the science from social and ethical perspective. The Summer 2009 program is a week-long workshop based at UBC's Michael Smith Labs and the Telus World of Science in Vancouver.
Jericho Sailing Centre
Sailing programs for kids and adults. Instruction, rental, and season pass.
Sailing: 604-224-7245
Kayaking: 604-689-7575
Windsurfing; 604-257-8100
North Shore Soccer Development Centre
This year round soccer school, run by Head Coach Carl Valentine, has camps and development programs for boys and girls 5-14. All programs strive to reinforce the fundamentals of soccer while making sure everyone has a great time. Programs are run on turf fields in North Vancouver.
Science Camps at Science World
Science World is offering five-day science summer camp for kids. The camp offers fun, active, science-oriented activities for kids in grades 1-7. Visit the website or call 604-443-7510 for more information.
Summer at St. George's
Science and Technology
Recreation
Outdoor Adventures
Fine and Performing Arts
Centre for Creative Arts
604-221-3601
Vancouver Aquarium Kids' Camps
The Aquarium invites kids ages 6-14 to come face-to-face with animals, access the Aquarium behind-the-scenes and learn alongside biologists. Older campers delve into research and technology while junior campers focus on imaginative learning and play. A camp T-shirt is included. 604-659-3552.
Windsure Windsurfing Camps
Weekly windsurfing camps
Mon - Friday 9:00am-Noon or 1:00pm-4:00pm at Jericho Sailing Centre. Registrants must know how to swim and weigh at least 80 pounds. 604-224-0615