2009 Summer Camp & Program Guide
Written by Calgary's Child   

The Source for Parents Looking for Information about Summer Camps & Programs for their Children.



DAYCAMPS & SUMMER PROGRAMS

A STEP AHEAD CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES LTD.
206, 11540 24 Street SE
Phone: 403-269-7837
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Website: astepahead123.com
Summer Camps will be full with loads of adventure and activities for kids six to 12. Every week is different and unique, be sure to check out the web for more information. Astepahead123.com or call 403-269-7837.

 

ACADEMY FOR MATHEMATICS & SCIENCE
4 Calgary locations
Phone: 403-590-8385
Website: acadfor.com
The Academy offe rs summer and year-round programs for all ages. We are the math tutoring specialists. We offer tutoring for Math, Language Arts, Essay Writing, Chemistry and Physics for Grades 1 to 12. Our Lil Learners program for ages four to six introduces Math and Reading to our younger students. NW Brentwood: 403-338-0008; NE Temple Crossing: 403-590-8385; SW Shoppes of Bridlewood: 403-201-5050; SE Lake Bonavista Promenade: 403-225-2700.


ACTIVE LEARNING NURSERY ECOLE
Contact: Trisha McKinney
Phone: 403-473-0600
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Website: activelearningnurseryecole.com
Are you looking to introduce your child to Music, French and Art? We have several full and half-day weeklong themed camps to choose. All instruction is in English with theme related French vocabulary added. Ages range from two to six with the Staff to Child ratio being one to six.


ADVENTURERS SCHOOL AGE CARE
2244 Chicoutimi Drive NW
Contact: Maggie Tew
Phone: 403-333-7478
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Adventurers School Care has been providing quality, licensed, summer day camps and after-school care programs since 1991. Adventurers offers a wide variety of themes and choices of activities for your child to enjoy. We also provide low child to staff ratios. We are Fun, Exciting, and Adventurous!


ALIKI’S ART HOUSE Art Camp
Contact: Alice “Aliki” Rathgeber
Phone: 403-667-7020
Website: alikisarthouse.com
“I Can Draw!” Throughout this fun-filled week, students will learn about different types of drawing from realistic to abstract while using a variety of materials. Beginner and intermediate levels offered. Sessions taught by certified teacher and professional artist Alice “Aliki” Rathgeber. For testimonials and details, visit alikisarthouse.com and click on Children’s Classes. (Note: Register now for fall classes.)


ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE OF CALGARY
Memorial Park Building, 2nd Floor - 1221 2 Street SW
Contact: Thomas Chaurin
Phone: 403-245-5662
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Website: afcalgary.ca
The Alliance Française promotes the French language and cultural exchanges all over the world: from Canada to Australia, from Chile to China, there are 1075 Alliances in 135 countries. The AFC is one of nine Alliances in Canada and provides quality French courses for adults, youth and children as well as a library with magazines, children’s books, comics, DVDs and novels. The AFC offers Summer Intensive Sessions for children.


ALTADORE GYMNASTIC CLUB
101, 6303 30 Street SE
Phone: 403-720-2711
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Website: altadoregymnasticsclub.com
The Altadore Gymnastic Club has served Calgary for 40+ years. We offer quality programs for all ages and levels including regular classes, summer camps, special events & birthday parties. We are proud of our accomplishments, which include 1992 Olympian Jennifer Wood and 2004 Olympian Champion Kyle Shewfelt.


ANNABELLS ATTIC
52 Marthas Haven Gardens NE
Contact:Margaret Hubarewich
Phone: 403-568-1070
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Website: annabellsattic.com
Expect the same care and creativity that have made us Award Winners of Best Entertainment for Children’s Parties, when choosing one of our all-inclusive summer camps! Princess Preparatory or Up Up and Away for four to eight years or Girls Just Wanna Have Fun for eight to 12 years. Non-stop fun, entertaining meals and snacks, experienced leaders and wrap-up festivities for the family to enjoy. Visit our website for full details!


ATLANTIS PROGRAMS AND PEDALHEADS
Headquarters: #101 - 3737 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC, V6H 2M4
Phone: 1-888-886-6464
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Website: pedalheads.ca
Pedalheads is an eight level instructional bike safety and skills program for kids aged three to 14. From training wheels to trails, each level includes five learning categories: safety knowledge, safety skills, trail riding, street riding and bike maintenance. At Pedalheads, every child experiences the challenge of learning new skills and the thrill of mastering them. By creating safe, fun and supportive environments, we enable kids to explore their abilities and potential.


BALLET CLAS SIQUE METHUSELA
176 Bedford Drive NE
Phone: 403-245-4346
‘Ballet Princess Summer Camps’ for children ages three to eight. With daily princess tea parties, princess crafts and princess-themed dancing, this is guaranteed to be a summer highlight! Simply Magical! Week long, morning or afternoon camps available in July and August. Based on Royal Academy of Dance Syllabus. Space is limited. To register call 403-245-4346.


BARBARA MOORE ACADEMY OF DANCE
1603 - 62 Avenue SE
Contact: Barbara Moore Coffey
Phone: 403-264-9194
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Website: fortheloveofdance.net
Barbara Moore Academy of Dance offers an array of dance classes throughout the year for ages two and up. Summer sessions and drop-ins are also available for all ages and levels. Our philosophy is to develop the joy of movement, expression, self-image and confidence through the art of dance.


BEACON LITERACY INC.
#50, 1331 44 Avenue NE
Contact: Yvonne Basten
Phone: 403-283-3278
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Website: literacycanada.com
Is Reading the Problem? Find out by going to literacyexperts.com to download our free report on “Nine Signs of a Reading Difficulty.” At Beacon, we guarantee one grade level increase; however, our average increase is 2.7 Grade levels. Call today to book our free, no obligation assessment. P.S. We can expedite our 20 session program through the summer break to get your child ready for the new school year!


BOW WATERS CANOE CLUB
Phone: 403-235-2922
Website: bowwaters.org
Our camps provide a unique opportunity for youth ages seven to 17 to experience the fun and excitement of canoeing. They learn to safely paddle on flat water, and some camps progress to moving water. Emphasis is placed on safety, teamwork, challenge and fun! Camps are designed in a progression so that more than one session can be taken in a summer.


BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF CALGARY
731 - 13 Avenue NE
Phone: 403-276-9981
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Website: calgaryboysandgirlsclub.ca
Camp 2009 - At the Boys and Girls Clubs of Calgary, we offer fun and affordable weeklong day camps and overnight camping experiences for ages six to 17, as well as family camps. For more information, visit calgaryboysandgirlsclub.ca or call 403-276-9981.


BRILLIANT BEGINNINGS EDUCATIONAL CENTRE
207A - 19 Street NW
Phone: 403-283-KIDS (5437)
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Website: brilliantbeginnings.ca
Looking for programs this summer for your infant or toddler? Brilliant Beginnings is Calgary’s one-stop resource centre for parents and children NB to four years! We offer a variety of developmental classes targeted for only infants and toddlers! Classes focus on language & literacy, thinking skills, social skills, and motor planning. We also offer infant massage, baby signing, parenting support and workshops (behavior, sleeping, etc.) and services for children with special needs.


BUTTERFIEL D ACRES CHILDREN’S FARM
3km north of Crowchild Trail on Rocky Ridge Road
Phone: 403-239-0638
Website: butterfieldacres.com
Amazing Animal Experiences... and much more! A Calgary’s Child Magazine’s Choice Award Winner. Delightful, age-appropriate farm activities focus on a different farm animal each day for a week. Great leaders, first-aid training! Before and after care, lunch and snack programs. Camps for three to four-year-olds, four to five-year-olds, five to seven-year-olds, eight to 11-year-olds, 12 to 14-year-olds. If your child is an animal lover, this will be your child’s favorite camp!


CALGARY AQUABELLES SYNCHRONIZED SWIM CLUB
Phone: 403-209-2941
Website: aquabelles.com
Providing female athletes the opportunity to achieve their maximum potential through competitive synchronized swimming since 1964. If your daughter is between the ages of six and ten, loves to swim and loves music...check out our pre-competitive classes and summer camps. Contact us at aquabelles.com or 403-209-2941.


CALGARY ARTS SUMMER SCHOOL (CASS)
228 Parkside Way SE
Contact: Linda Kundert-Stoll
Phone: 403-271-0418 or 403-287-1856
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Website: calgaryartssummer.com
July: Musical Theatre Showtime, ages 9 to 19; CASS-Amici String Camp, ages 4 to 18; Choral & Collaborative Music Making Camp, ages 12 to adult, singers, pianists. August: Piano Camp, ages 10 to adult; Adult Piano Camp; Music, Drama, Movement & Art Camp, ages 4 to 10, half/full-days; PlayWriting Camp, ages 8 to 12, half/full-days; Improv Camp, ages 8 to 12, half-days; Jazz Connection, ages 12 to adult, all instrumentalists.


CALGARY BMX
3003 - 36 Street SW
Contact: Jack Pastuszko
Phone: 403-477-2230
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Website: calgarybmx.com
All boys/girls aged five to 55, check out Calgary Bicycle Motocross (BMX) Racing, one of the fastest growing new Olympic sports. BMX Racing is an extreme sport enjoyed by the whole family... every rider gets to participate; no one sits on the bench or gets cut from the team! Our friendly, supportive environment builds character & confidence through healthy competition & cooperation. Openhouse: Sat. May 30, 10am to 4pm. Calgarybmx.com, hotline: 403-255-1610.


CALGARY CLIMBING CENTRE
Two locations: 140 - 15 Avenue NW & 7130 Fisher Road SE
Phone: 403-252-6778
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Website: calgaryclimbing.com
Calgary’s two best and biggest indoor climbing facilities, friendly staff, varied terrain, birthday parties, beginner lessons for all ages, kids climbing camps , youth and adult drop-in times, junior clubs and teams, corporate team building, basic to advanced instruction, movement clinics, private coaching. Two convenient locations (Stronghold NW and Chinook SE).


CALGARY FENCING CLUB
3304 - 33 Street NW (NE corner of VRRI building)
Phone: 403-246-5801
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Website: calgaryfencingclub.ca
Calling all swashbucklers to learn the exciting modern sport of fencing! Half-day beginner summer camps. Excellent coaches and custom-designed facility. Co-ed classes for ages nine to 14. Discover why it is nicknamed “physical chess”!


CALGARY GIRLS CHOIR
Phone: 403-686-7444
Website: calgarygirlschoir.com
Calgary Girls Choir’s Summer Music & Drama Program offers a variety of music, vocal styles, dance, acting and performance for girls ages six to 11 years. The one-week camp takes place August 11 to 16 with trained professional instructors and musicians. Artistic Director Elaine Quilichini designed the program to include individual and small group vocal coaching and musical theatre, and her specialty, choral music. Join us to explore and develop your singing, creativity and musical talent - and lots of fun for everyone.


CALGARY JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE
1607 90 Avenue SW
Contact: Rhona Richards
Phone: 403-444-3168
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Website: calgaryjcc.com
No more bored children! Join our summer camps - Young Explorers Camp for two to six-year-olds or Sport camps for six to 12-year-olds every week from June 29 to August 14. Your young explorer will be busy with swimming, water activities, wild west adventures, arts & crafts, cooking, zoo trips and more! Your sports enthusiast will enjoy a variety of sports such as golf, tennis, basketball, track & field and yoga!


CALGARY LEARNING CENTRE
3930 20 Street SW
Phone: 403-686-9300
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Website: calgarylearningcentre.com
Calgary Learning Centre helps children, youth and adults with literacy development, learning and attention difficulties. The Centre offers free Family Literacy programs as well as programs such as ‘Break the Code’, ‘WORDPLAY - Reading In Action’ and ‘Parenting the Child with Attention Difficulties’. The library, the LearningLinks Resource Centre, contains resources dedicated to literacy, learning difficulties and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Visit us online at calgarylearningcentre.com for more information!


CALGARY REPTILE PARTIES
Contact: Jason
Phone: 403-457-2202
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Website: calgaryreptileparties.com
Calgary Reptile Parties is a great addition to your daycamp, outdoor adventures, birthday parties, corporate events, special events or other programs. Calgary Reptile Parties features boas, pythons, geckos, dragons, monitor lizards and more. This entertaining and educational program is great for all ages.


CALGARY SAFETY COUNCIL
Suite 108, 2116 - 27 Avenue NE
Contact: Linda Then
Phone: 403-287-2990
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Website: calgarysafetycouncil.com
Bicycle Safety Courses: July to August: Register online for your four to 12-year-old child. Three levels available. Pedestrian Safety Courses: April to June, September to October. Ask your child’s Preschool or Kindergarten teacher about a field trip to Safety City. Children learn in a fun environment covering all traffic conditions.


CALGARY STARS GYMNASTICS AND CHEERLEADING CENTRE
100, B5 2514 Battleford Avenue SW
Phone: 403-503-0662
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Website: calgarystarsgym.com
The Calgary STARS Gym, conveniently located in the Currie Barracks, provides preschool, recreational and competitive gymnastics and cheerleading programs, along with fun filled summer day camps. STAR quality programming, taught by STAR quality staff. Join in and have fun! Birthday party packages also available.


CALGARY YOUNG PEOPLE’S THEATRE
204 - 16 Avenue NW
Phone: 403-230-2664
Website: cypt.ca
Now entering its 14th season, CYPT’s super summer program offers high quality children’s drama classes and camps. Summer includes half-day, full-day camps for one- and two-week periods and three-week advanced programs with North/South locations. Themes this year are Safari, and the return of our popular Shakespeare program for teens!


CALGARY ZOO
Phone: 403-232-9300
Website: calgaryzoo.ab.ca
Children and teens ages four to 17 explore the Zoo in our week long day camp programs running June 29 to August 21. Qualified staff design unique programs so kids can attend more than one week. A Calgary Zoo Summer Camp baseball cap or bucket hat is included with every registration! Bagged lunch options available as well.


CAMP AMICUS – LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA – CALGARY CHAPTER
Phone: 403-283-6606, Extension 102
Fax: 403-270-4043
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Website: LDAA.net
Camp Amicus offers a unique camp experience for children and youth with learning disabilities and AD/HD. The supportive setting provides opportunities for children to interact with their peers and learn a wide variety of skills including social skills, peer relations and problem-solving with a big emphasis on Fun! Camp Amicus offers a 3:1 camper to staff ratio; day and overnight camps.


CANADA OLYMPIC PARK at WINSPORT CANADA
88 Canada Olympic Road SW
Contact: Guest Services
Phone: 403-247-5452
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Website: winsportcanada.ca
From mountain biking to outdoor sports, Canada Olympic Park (COP) offers a wide range of exciting summer camps for children ages four and up. Our summer camps offer children the opportunity to make lasting friendships, experience new activities, collect a lifetime of memories and develop a greater sense of self-confidence.


CARDEL PLACE
Phone: 403-532-1013
Website: cardelplace.com
Calling all campers! Gamers too! And gigglers, dreamers, run-arounders, splashers and dashers, bouncers and zoomers, sing-songers, swashbucklers, spinners, crafters, make-believers and fun-havers of every stripe. Got any plans this summer? We do! Our camp philosophy is to help campers grow into the best little people they can be. Through play, campers explore their emotional, physical, social, mental and spiritual needs - the five pillars of wellness. But not that they’ll notice...they’ll be too busy laughing, bouncing, talking, learning and chilling out.


CHROMACOLOUR
5, 1410 - 28 Street NE
Contact: John Munro
Phone: 403-250-5880
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Website: chromacolour.com
We’re a unique Calgary studio offering an environment that will allow you to express your creative art talents using ChromaColour products. No talent required. All ages. Drop in, bring a friend or book an event - birthday parties, social gatherings, sport teams, work team building, etc. We offer a variety of activities including animation movie making; ceramics; acrylic painting on canvas and much more. We’ll WOW you. Visit our website to check out our summer programs.


THE CITY OF CALGARY SUMMER DAY CAMPS
Award-winning day camps for preschoolers, children and youth. Enjoy exciting activities including swimming, sports, games, drama, dance, arts, crafts, nature and more! Our camps are offered throughout the city at Pools, Leisure Centres, Arts Centres and the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary. Register now by phone at 403-268-3800 or online at calgary.ca/recreation. Pick up our Recreation Program Guide or browse our summer day camps online.


THE CITY OF CALGARY – ARTS CENTRES: Spark your child’s imagination with Arts Ventures. Activities include drawing, painting, mixed media and a special T-shirt painting project. Half-day camps are also offered in drama, dance, drawing, clay and much more!


THE CITY OF CALGARY – PARKS, INGLEWOOD BIRD SANCTUARY CAMPS: Join our Nature Discovery or Environmental Stewardship camps. Spend a week with nature educators with exploration and an in-depth, hands-on study of nature.THE CITY OF CALGARY – LEISURE CENTRES:A variety of full and half-day camps are offered all summer long. Action, creativity and fun - all at our newly-renovated facilities. Most camps include a dip in the pool. Exciting camp selections vary for ages two to 12 years as well as youth sports and leadership programs.


THE CITY OF CALGARY – SWIM & FUN CAMPS: Splash around with us! Swim lessons, crafts and indoor/outdoor games. Camp activities may also include a field trip to one of Calgary’s exciting attractions.


CLAY FOR KIDS STUDIO
2083 - 146 Avenue SE
Contact: Alyson Williams
Phone: 403-281-4882
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Website: clayforkidscalgary.com
Come to the Studio for pottery camps during Winter/Spring break and summer holidays for children five to 15 years old. Each child will create slab, coil and pinch projects through hand building and will have the opportunity to work on the pottery wheel under adult supervision. Soccer or Hockey groups can come to the studio and create a team memory trophy for their wind-up party. Parties welcome during the weekend and evenings!


CREATIVE KIDS
SE and NW locations
Contact: Amber
Phone: 403-873-1966
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Website: creativekidsclasses.ca
Creative Kids is offering week long summer day camps for kids aged six to nine. Enjoy a summer filled with activities such as mask making, performance theatre, magic tricks and more. Summer fun and learning – all in one! Camps offered in both SE and NW locations. Pre-register your child today!


THE CRUX CLIMBING AND BOULDERING
Bay 9, 1415 - 28 Street NE
Phone: 403-235-CRUX (2789)
Website: thecruxclimbing.com
Climb on! The Crux, Calgary’s tallest wall climbing facility offers exciting summer birthday parties and programs for kids of all ages and abilities! If you are looking for a family activity this summer, book a climbing experience. This interactive lesson is an informal and fun way for a family to learn how to climb and belay. During this lesson, we teach you basic belay techniques, knots and skills for climbing indoors. Visit our website for more information or give us a call to book your party or climbing experience.


DANCE WITH FRANCE
#104 - 8408 Elbow Drive SW
Contact: Rochelle/Dale Gartner
Phone: 403-243-2111
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Website: dancewithfrance.ca
A fun, high energy hip-hop and jazz dance camp for ages six to 16 years! Learn the latest funky choreography while putting together professional routines in costumes for a hot performance at the end of the week! Costumes and props included. Dancers will then be chauffeured in our “DWF Limousine.”


DANSCOTT STUDIO CORPORATION
17, 29 Ranchlands Boulevard NW
Contact: Gail Scott
Phone: 403-686-1337
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Website: danscottstudio.com
For beginners and advanced students alike, Danscott offers a full range of dance programs. Also offering Parent ‘n Tot, Storybook and Creative Movement programs for 18 months of age to three to four years. An annual highlight is our recital. Danscott Studio, a fun place to learn, discover grace and promote self-confidence.


DECIDEDLY JAZZ DANCEWORKS
1514 - 4 Street SW
Phone: 403-245-3533
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Website: decidedlyjazz.com
The School of Decidedly Jazz runs all year round for ages two to 82. This summer, DJD offers week-long dance camps in July and August. Campers experience a variety of dance styles including jazz, African, funk and tap. Special-theme camps this year include Funk/Hip Hop. Each week ends with an informal, in-studio showing for family and friends. Camps fill fast, so call today!


EAGLEQUEST GOLF CENTERS (DOUGLASDALE GOLF COURSE/EQ GOLF DOME)
Two locations
Douglasdale: 7 Douglas Wood Drive SE
Phone: 403-279-7913
Golf Dome: 1025 - 32 Avenue NE
Phone: 403-216-5949
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Website: eaglequestgolf.com
Eaglequest is committed to providing a safe and fun environment for your child to learn, practice and play the game of golf. Eaglequest has some of the finest teaching professionals in Alberta. They have designed and delivered effective Junior Programs every year. Eaglequest caters to all age groups: Little Eagles four to six-year-olds and Junior Eagles seven to 15-year-olds. Our full-day and half-day summer camps start in July and run through to the end of August.


ENCHANTED EVENTS
#9 - 213 19 Street NW
Contact: Natalie Gomersall
Phone: 403-313-2541
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Website: enchantedevents.ca
Calgary’s Child Magazine's Choice Award Winner 2007. Crafts, games, friendship, fun. Multi-media art projects, costumes, clay, beading, flower fairies, papermaking, soap, tea parties and much more. Several locations, see website for details. We host Award-winning Birthday Parties, too! “The Talk of the Town” (Swerve Magazine).


EPCOR CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
205 - 8 Avenue SE
Contact: Javier Vilalta
Phone: 403-294-7455, Extension 1075
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Website: epcorcentre.org
One of Calgary’s most innovative theatre and performing arts camps, located in the heart of the arts scene. One- and two-week camps in July and August for young actors ages seven to 17, offering an exciting range of artistic programs that express creativity, build self-confidence and inspire greatness!


EVERGREEN THEATRE
2633 Hochwald Avenue SW
Contact: Juliet Burgess
Phone: 403-228-1384
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Website: evergreentheatre.com
Each day of Camp Evergreen is jam-packed! Participants will be singing, dancing and acting all day long as they explore and create original musical theatre with professional theatre artists. Camp participants will engage in the exciting process of learning science through the arts as they explore elements of script writing, character development, nature walks, improvisation and a performance for family and friends! Come and discover the fine art of science!


FORT CALGARY
750 - 9 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-290-1875
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Website: fortcalgary.com
Join us this summer for some wonderful MOUNTIE summer camps. Learn about the history of your city in a fun, interactive way. For more information, please visit our website.


FREE HOUSE DANCE PLUS LTD.
2020 12 Avenue NW
Contact: Kathie Bernard
Phone: 403-282-0555
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Website: freehousedance.com
August Camps: ‘Hoppin & a Boppin’ recreational dance camps for kids. Full-day camps: ‘Be-Bop’ for ages six to nine and ‘Hip-Hop’ for ages 10 to 14. Half-day camps: ‘Wee-Bop’ for ages three to five. Maximum 18 per group. Adult and teen programs offered in the evening. Visit our website for details.


GLENBOW MUSEUM
130-9th Avenue SE
Contact: 
Phone: 403-268-4110
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Website: glenbow.org
Explore varied summer group programs, tour our exhibit floors and partake in workshops encouraging a greater knowledge of art and its creative uses. These programs are great for summer camp groups, community groups, children, youth and adults. Don’t miss our new family weekend extravanganzas offered one weekend each season.


GYMBOREE PLAY & MUSIC OF CALGARY
Three locations to serve you
Phone: 403-278-5264
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Camp Gymboree is an active, fun and educational two-and-a-half-hour summer camp for three to five-year-olds. Activities include: Fitness Fun, Art Exploration and Campfire Activities (songs, snacks, bubbles, and more). Spaces are limited and fill up quickly so call today for more information!


GYMTASTICS GYM CLUB
160, 7260 - 12 Street SE
Contact:Darlene “The Bean” Fedyna
Phone: 403-254-9010
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Website: gymtastics.ca
Gymnastics is the key component in all of our summer camps, which also include arts/crafts, games and other special activities. Our camps are as fun as our regular classes and designed to trigger young imaginations. Children are grouped according to age for activities. We offer Half and Full Day Camps for children ages four and up as well as Parent and Tot Camps. Ask about our before/after camp care.


HEARTLAND AGENCY AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
Phone: 403-686-1349
Fax: 403-240-0923
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Website: heartlandagency.org
Heartland operates preschool for children ages three to five, and before and after-school care out of its Signal Hill and Westside Recreation Centre locations, throughout the year. Themed summer camps run July/August for ages six to 12, from 9am to 4pm daily (early drop-off/late pick-up can be arranged). Scheduled activities include field trip adventures and daily outdoor fun (e.g., horseback riding, bowling, swimming, Calaway Park, Sylvan Lake, Waterslides, etc.).


HERITAGE PARK HISTORICAL VILLAGE
1900 Heritage Drive SW
Contact: Diane Greenwood
Phone: 403-268-8583
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Website: heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park offers two great camps that allow children to journey back in time to discover what it was like to travel by train, collect eggs from a chicken coop, or enjoy traditional games like wheelbarrow races. Dressed in period costumes, children gain an appreciation of the hardships and victories that were experienced by our early pioneers through fun, hands-on experiences.


HORSES R COOL RIDING SCHOOL LTD.
Located near Cochrane at Griffin Valley Ranch
Phone/Fax: 403-932-5323
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Website: www.horsesrcool.com or www.griffinvalleyranch.ca
Weekly summer camps available at Griffin Valley Ranch in July and August, individual lessons by appointment, adult and family lessons. Call or email for more information.


JOSO'S PLAY AND LEARN CENTRES INC.
100-12018 Symons Valley Rd, NW
Phone: (403) 767-9922
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Website: josos.ca
We specialize in Summer Camps for children three to six years. We offer weekly three-hour camps in the mornings and afternoons. Children will enjoy our variety of camps from western to music, art, games, science and much more. Each camper will have lots of fun in our unique play structure! Registration starts in March. Register before May 31 to get a discount!


KEYBOARD ACADEMY
North: 403-277-2987
South: 403-255-0010
Website: www.keyboardacademy.ca
Music lessons for experienced or beginners, ages five and up. Our summer program offers regular classes or our ‘Beginners Trial Program’ for piano, keyboard and organ. The BTP provides the student with six to eight lessons, a music book and the loan of an instrument. A great way to get started! Register today.


KIDS COOKING CLASSES
Contact: Alison or Maureen
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Website: www.kidscookingclasses.ca
Offering single and multi-day camps for children of all ages in various locations throughout the city. Your child will learn essential kitchen skills while making meals and snacks in a fun and safe atmosphere. We believe getting introduced to cooking while you are young promotes life long healthy eating habits.


KIDZINC SCHOOL AGE CARE
4411 - 10 Avenue SW
Contact: Christine/Fiona
Phone: 403-240-2059
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Website: www.calgarykidzinc.ca
Kidzinc weekly summer camps are for children entering Grades 1 to 7. Camps include two to three fieldtrips per week and a variety of art activities. Focus on outdoor physical activity, fine arts, theme days, cooperative group games and community spirit building. Camps are run out of the Strathcona and Rosscarrock Community Centres. For more information, visit calgarykidzinc.ca. “Creative recreation & inspired quality care since 1975.”

 

LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA - CALGARY CHAPTER
Suite 340, 1202 Centre Street SE
Contact: 
Phone: (403)283-6606
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Website: ldaa.net
The LDAA-CC is dedicated to advancing the education, social development, legal rights and general well-being of people with learning disabilities and AD/HD. Children and teen programs include summer camps and year-round social skills programs, which focus on building communication skills, problem-solving skills and friendship skills. The LDAA-CC also offers parent and educator workshops, an adult support group, a resource library, an information service and much more.


LEIGHTON ART CENTRE
15km SW of Calgary
Phone: 403-931-3636
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Website: www.leightoncentre.org
The Leighton Art Centre is located on 80 acres in Alberta’s spectacular foothills just 15 minutes SW of Calgary. This non-profit organization offers: Sketching, Journaling, Painting, Tie Dying, Paper-Maché, Artist Trading Cards and Nature Hikes for children of all ages. The camp runs weekly throughout July and August. The cost is $205/week/per child or three siblings, $181/per child. Cost includes all art supplies and a Charter Bus Service from Calgary.


MAD SCIENCE OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA
Bay 30, 4816 - 35B Street SE
Contact: Shannon
Phone: 403-263-4140
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Website: www.madscience.org/calgary
Mad Science of Southern Alberta has been offering award-winning summer camps since 1996. Each year, we develop new camps for children aged five to 12. Our camps are always hands-on, totally fun and educational. Mad Science also offers year-round programming for schools, clubs, entertainment for corporate events and amazing birthday parties. For camp descriptions, schedule and online registration visit madscience.org/calgary.


MCDONALD WILSON DANCE ACADEMY
5107 - 33 Street NW
Phone: 403-286-8119
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Website: www.mwdadance.ca
Celebrating over 30 years of teaching dance, the McDonald Wilson Dance Academy has a mandate to develop strong technical skills hand-in-hand with the joy of artistic expression in Calgary dancers. Shannon Bachynski, A.R.A.D. and a staff of very qualified and dedicated teachers offer a variety of classes.


MID-SUN SUMMER DAY CAMPS
50 Midpark Rise SE
Contact: Dan Rogers
Phone: 403-254-8058
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Website: www.midsun.org
The Mid-Sun Summer Camps offer programs for all ages. Our highly popular Sunsations and Sunbeams Day Camps are again being offered this summer along with our newly expanded Drama Camps. New Camps include the Mid-Sun Sport Camps that will be running in conjunction with St. Mary’s University Athletics program and will offer young athletes the opportunity to take their game to the next level!


MINI CHEF
7772 Springbank Way SW
Contact: Gabriela Toledo
Phone: 403-532-7244
Website: www.minichef.info
Mini Chef provides a unique cooking program for children ages three to five, with a collection of cooking-related products including cooking classes and playdates. Mini Chef Children learn basic social skills by working and playing with other children. The greatest aspect of all is learning and having plenty of fun at the same time. All of our activities are kid tested, doable and fun.


MOUNT ROYAL COLLEGE CHILDREN & YOUTH PROGRAMS
College Kids Summer Daycamps
Phone: 403-440-6001
Website: www.mtroyal.ca/collegekids
Mount Royal College offers summer programs for children and youth - where learning comes to play. College Kids summer day camps are for children six to 14-years-old and the Youth Programs Centre targets youth 14 to 17. From computers to film and business to sports, there are programs to suit every interest. Each program includes daily outdoor recreation and pool time as well as free daily supervision before and after camp. For more information call 403-440-6001 or visit mtroyal.ca/collegekids. To register call 403-440-3833.


MUSIC MAKERS
71 Crowfoot Terrace NW (Crowfoot Centre - across from Chapters)
Phone: 403-284-3301
Country Hills Village
Phone: 403-374-1011
Established as a Calgary business in 1979! We have all your music needs: instruments, books, accessories, instrument rentals and instrument repair. Sign up now for a wide variety of private lessons including: piano, violin (Suzuki, Traditional and Fiddling styles), drums, guitar, brass and woodwinds, voice and keyboard. Please call for more information or registration.


OLYMPIC OVAL
Phone: 403-235-2922
Website: www.oval.ucalgary.ca
The Olympic Oval offers a variety of camps in speed skating, power skating and female hockey, for beginners and developing athletes. Our camps provide a unique opportunity for youth to experience skating at the Olympic Oval, home to the fastest ice in the world and training ground for Canada’s Olympians. In all our camps, emphasis is placed on enjoying sport, developing skills and having fun! Visit oval.ucalgary.ca for complete details on all our camps.


ORIENTEERING CALGARY
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Website: www.orienteeringcalgary.ca/junior
Running through the forest is even more fun if you know where you’re going! All new juniors (ages six to 20) receive a Free technical shirt, compass and expert coaching! Weekly, Wednesday events in Calgary’s City Parks from late April through August. Membership: starting at $20 (family max. = $55); Junior Program Fee: $50/junior (includes one complimentary adult pass). Registrations accepted year-round until filled.


OXFORD LEARNING CENTRE
Skills for Success, Lessons for Life
South: 403-278-1786
Crowfoot: 403-262-6335
West: 403-246-4631
Mission Statement: Help children achieve their highest potential. Encourage independence and imagination. Foster a striving for excellence. Awaken a spirit of confidence and enthusiasm. Teach children to celebrate achievement. Make summer fun, academic fun. Programs for children from three-years-of-age to high school students.


PINKMITTENS2 – FAIRY AND GOBLIN SUMMER ARTS CAMP
Contact: Adrienne Adams
Phone: 403-244-1809
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Website: pinkmittens2.ca
Fairy and Goblin Summer Art Camps! School lacking creativity and fun? Come delve into the depths of your imagination! Draw Fairies! Paint Elves! Make Your Own Wings! Dance with Pixie Poi! Sculpt Goblins! And more! Presented by artist Adrienne Adams (pinkmittens2.ca), featuring Samantha Whelhan-Kotkas (storyfair.com), Kylee Sorensen (mystiqueimages.ca) and others. Ms. Adams teaches classes in Watercolor, Chinese Brush Painting, and After School Art Clubs throughout the year. Call 403-244-1809 to Register now!


PUMPHOUSE THEATRE
2140 Pumphouse Avenue SW
Contact: Meaghan Sholdice
Phone: 403-263-0079
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Website: pumphousetheatre.ca
The Pumphouse Theatre offers two-week day camps throughout July and August for kids aged 8 to 14. Each camp day is divided into mini-classes covering acting techniques, speech, movement and stagecraft. Participants also work together within their age group to create an original play to be performed for family and friends. Call or check our website for information on our Summer Camps as well as our Fall/Winter/Spring Classes.


QUEST THEATRE
#310 - 815, 1 Street SW
Contact: Director of Development and Education
Phone: 403-264-8575, Extension 21
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Website: questtheatre.org
Quest Theatre offers one, two and three-week summer camps for youth ages six to 18 in July and early August. Participants work with top professional actors/teachers on improvisation, character, voice, movement and scene work. Younger students present a ‘work in progress’ on the final day; older students, a more complete rehearsed piece. Quest Theatre also runs a Fall and Winter Theatre School for ages seven to Adult. To register for any of our programs, please call us directly or feel free to register online.


RCGA GOLF CENTRE AT FOUR SEASONS
7100 - 15 Street SE
Contact: Chad Rusnak, Manager
Phone: 403-640-3555
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Website: rcgagolfcentre.org
Calgary’s official home to the national CN Future Links golf program offering a wide variety of golf lesson clinics/camps designed for all levels of golfers, introductory/new player to the elite player. The RCGA Golf Centre also offers both an introductory and advanced junior golf league that runs from April through to October. Make this your summer to take up the game and enjoy it for a lifetime!


READ/WRITE
745 - 37 Street NW
Phone: 403-270-9400, Extension 108
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Website: communityservices.foothillsacademy.org
Read/Write offers one-on-one instruction in Phonemics, Reading, Spelling, Comprehension,Writing and Chisanbop Math year-round including summer. Specific strategies, based on Lips/ADD, will help the youth with literacy needs throughout their lives, as well as building self-confidence in their regular schooling. Specially trained instructors. Call about Intensive 75 hour, Modified and one to two-week Booster Programs and Academic assessments.


THE READING FOUNDATION
#207, 2310 - 2 Street SW
Phone: 403-244-9527
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Website: readingfoundation.com
The Reading Foundation is a private clinic located in Calgary that offers unique, one-to-one remedial programs for Reading, Spelling, Comprehension and Math. We have helped thousands of clients of all ages from across Canada and the United States build their reading and math skills, their confidence and self-esteem. Call for more information or to book an assessment.


RED PHOENIX TAE KWON DO AND MARTIAL ARTS CENTRE
Suite 203, 2705 Centre Street NW
Contact: Victoria
Phone: 403-277-7937
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Website: redpx.com
Master Joo-han Cha, 6th Degree Black Belt, M.Sc., B.Phys.Ed. combines his competition success, coaching experience and academic credentials to offer year-round, high-quality Tae Kwon Do classes for all ages (three-and-a-half-years +) and all abilities. Enjoy fun and fitness combined with the structure and discipline of martial arts. Check our website for details about our weekly high-energy summer camps for beginner and advanced students ages four +.


RENFREW EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
2050- 21 Street NE
Phone:  291-5038
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Website: renfreweducation.org
Renfrew offers a variety of fun and therapeutic summer programs for children with all kinds of special needs, from ages 3 to 16, at its Main School location.  Renfrew's programs foster enthusiasm, a love of learning and openness to new ideas in an environment that is creative and supportive.  Enroll your child in one of our summer programs and watch both confidence and skills soar!

 

 


ROCKY POINT ACADEMY
Phone: 403-685-0067
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Website: rockypointacademy.com
Rocky Point Academy offers positive and successful one-week (30-hour) programs. Our unique approach emphasizes a client’s gifts in order to overcome learning barriers and to succeed in Reading, Writing, Math, Studying and Focusing. The result is a client who learns with greater ease and confidence. Parent training, follow-ups and reviews are all included in a program. Call now for a complimentary assessment.


ROOM TO GROW
9 - 1330 15 Avenue SW
Contact: Shannon Kozak
Phone: 403-463-9565
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Website: room-to-grow.ca
Room to Grow is proud to offer parented daycamps for children 0 to four! Music, Art, Dance, French, and Play programs, as well as un-parented preschool preview programs. These week-long camps will help you beat the heat and stave off those backyard blahs. Also, watch for our outdoor fun days throughout the summer.


ROYAL CITY SOCCER CLUB
Contact: 
Phone: 1-800-427-0536
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Website: royalsoccer.com
Royal City Soccer Club is celebrating its 18th annual Super Summer Soccer+ Camp… #1 grassroots soccer camp in Canada. Open to boys & girls aged 5 to 13, we offer our camps at several locations in Calgary during July and August. Visit www.royalsoccer.com for more details or call 1-800-427-0536.


ROYAL TYRRELL MUSEUM – ENCANA BADLANDS SCIENCE CAMP
Website: tyrrellmuseum.com
Adventure and learning, science, discovery and prehistoric beasts, EnCana Badlands Science Camp has it all. Campers work with fossils and explore the prehistoric past with amazing hands-on learning in biology, palaeontology and geology! Wait, did we mention sleeping in a real teepee in the badlands? Visit tyrrellmuseum.com for details.


SAIT POLYTECHNIC
1301 - 16 Avenue NW
Contact: Shirley Piersma
Phone: 403-284-7248
Website: sait.ca
They’re taking a break from school, not curiosity. Experience the ultimate learning adventure - SAIT Summer Camps. Got an inquisitive seven-year-old? A prying teen? An analytic youngster? Whether they are curious about robotics, website design, science, cooking, movie-making or photography, SAIT’s summer camps will help them explore their interests and learn new skills. Get more information at sait.ca or contact 403-284-7111.


SCHOOL OF ALBERTA BALLET
West Annex, 2nd Floor 906 - 12 Avenue SW
Contact: Chris George, School Manager
Phone: 403-245-2274, Extension 233
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Website: albertaballet.com/school
The official training centre of Alberta Ballet, the school is dedicated to providing superior training in a friendly, stimulating and creative environment. We offer two divisions and multiple program choices for students starting at age three, including the recreational dancer striving for personal fulfillment and the professional dancer wishing to build towards a career in dance. Each program nurtures and helps dancers reach their greatest individual potential.


SMALL SOLDIER
Douglas Square (Deerfoot Trail & 24 Street SE)
Phone: 403-203-2622
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Website: smallsoldier.ca
Small Soldier is a visually unique, military-themed hobby store specializing in model kits (plastic and die-cast), detailed tabletop gaming miniatures, and all the essential model making supplies. Small Soldier hosts birthday parties, instructional model building clinics, summer “Model Boot Camps” and a variety of hands-on demonstrations.


SONATA YAMAHA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Shoppes of Bridlewood, Unit 344, 2335 - 162 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-256-8787
2nd line/Fax: 403-256-8706
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Website: sonatayamaha.com
The Sonata Yamaha School of Music is the place to be this summer for your children. We offer age-specific four to eight-week programs from ages two to 14, beginners and non-beginners. Call now for more information.


SPORTBALL
Phone: 403-452-0325
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Website: sportball.ca
Sportball is a non-competitive sports program for children 16 months to eight-years-old. Children are introduced to seven popular sports: soccer, hockey, basketball, baseball, volleyball, tennis and golf. Sportball offers weekly programs, outdoor soccer, camps during school holidays and birthday parties. Come try a free trial class! See our website for a location near you.


STAMPEDE CITY GYMNASTIC CLUB
122-2323 32 ave ne
Contact: Shannon Mellon
Phone: 403-275-4722
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Website: stampedecitygym.com
Come flip, tumble, jump and roll with Stampede City Gymnastic Club in our bright, clean, open concept facility! We offer gymnastic instruction for all ages and abilities, including: Active start classes (under six years), Homeschool classes, Recreational programs for boys and girls, Trampoline and tumbling, Acrobatics for dancers, Special needs classes, Competitive team training, and more. We also offer school break camps, field trips, and fantastic birthday packages, and sleepovers!


STARCHEVSKI SCHOOL OF BALLET
201, 200 Country Hills Landing NW
Phone: 403-226-8874
Website: ssballet.ca
Whether you are looking for your child’s first dance school, an experienced dancer aspiring to a professional career, or a recreational dancer looking to build confidence and have the opportunity to perform, we have something to offer you. Our dance program includes classes in ballet at all levels and in jazz, tap, hip-hop, modern, flamenco and Ukrainian dance. Classes are offered at our new state of the art location, 200 Country Hills Landing NW. Theatre performances and Summer School highlight the accomplishments of the students.


TALISMAN CENTRE
2225 MacLeod Trail South
Contact: Dave Maskell
Phone: 403-335-1246
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Website: talismancentre.com
Talisman Centre Summer Camps, providing children and youth with active experiences they’ll never forget! Knowledgeable instructors lead Multisport and Sport Specific Camps for participants ages four to 18. Activities may include daily swimming, cooperative games and sports, yoga, nutrition and offsite trips. Lunch program available plus complimentary Pre/Post Care and camp T-shirts. Keep active, form friendships and have fun this summer at Talisman Centre Summer Camps! Reserve your spot today!


TELUS WORLD OF SCIENCE - CALGARY
701-11 Street SW
Contact: Advanced Sales
Phone: 403-268-8302
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Website: telusworldofscience.com
With 25 different summer camps to choose from, for ages five to 13, children and youth will learn about the world around them! Soar into another galaxy in Space Adventures, bike around Prince’s Island Park in Enviro Trekkers or participate in an art-based camp in the Creative Kids Museum. Camps are from 9am to 4pm with pre- and post-care available. They sell out quickly, so register early!

 

TUTOR DOCTOR
Contact: Roxanne Rizzuto
Phone: 403-640-2223
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Website: tutordoctorcalgary.com
Does your child struggle in school? Does your child require extra help? We offer in home, one-on-one tutoring to all grade levels and subjects. We’ll assess your child’s needs during our free consultation, and then develop an individualized program to help your child build a strong, confident academic foundation. Voila! Success

 


UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
2500 University Drive NW
Contact: Kinesiology Client Services
Phone: 403-220-7749
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Website: ucalgarycamps.ca
The University of Calgary has a camp for every kind of kid or teen in your family! We have: outdoor camps, speed skating camps, Dinos sports camps, fun science, engineering and computer camps, arts camps, gifted student camps and many more! Nobody in the city has a larger variety! Our quality camps are designed and run by U of C Faculties and experts. Pre & Post camp care available.


THE VANISHING RABBIT MAGIC SHOP
2219 Centre Street NW
Contact: Brent Smith
Phone: 403-230-0810
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Website: vanishingrabbit.com
Western Canada’s Largest Magic Camp. This five day in-Depth Magic Camp is for the more serious Magician or Trickster. You will learn secrets that the Pros use, sleight of hand, performance tips, and some secrets you’ve recently seen on television. “Don’t just do tricks, Learn the Secrets on how to Entertain.”


VARSITY SCHOOL-AGE SUMMER PROGRAM
Varsity Community Centre – 4303 Varsity Drive NW
Contact: Joanne or Shelley
Phone: 403-247-1145
Summer Camps for Grade 1 to Grade 6, by the week or for the entire summer. Our qualified staff is ready to offer days full of arts/crafts, games, special activities as well as plenty of field trips to various locations in the city. We offer before and after care at no additional cost. We are very accessible just off of Crowchild Trail North. Licensed, low ratios, subsidy available (from City of Calgary).


THE VIRTUAL SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Contact: Carol Johnson, Director
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Website: thevirtualschoolofmusic.com
Join our online Music Discovery for Kids programs as we learn about the instruments and their families, how they sound and the general basics of music. Elementary students enjoy fun learning in our live online programs with simple computer and internet set-up. Visit our website for camp dates and times.


VRRI RECREATION CENTRE
3304 33 Street NW
Contact: Wendy Roby-Straza
Phone: 403-284-2231
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Website: vrri.org
Summer Fun Day Camps are designed for school aged children five to 12 years. We offer two types of camps: Theme and Specialty. During Theme Camps, children have the opportunity to explore a different theme each week through games, crafts, activities and songs. Within specialty camps, campers work on a specific skill during the week. Both groups have a chance to go swimming and on an offsite trip.


YMCA CALGARY
Camp Chief Hector YMCA: 403-269-6156
Crowfoot YMCA: 403-547-6576
Eau Claire YMCA: 403-269-6701
Shawnessy YMCA: 403-256-5533
South YMCA: 403-255-8131
Website: ymcacalgary.org
At the YMCA, we build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. YMCA Calgary is committed to giving children and youth opportunities to develop and grow in spirit, mind and body. YMCA summer day camps are offered at each of our branches, Bishop McNally High School and YMCA Camp Riveredge, a unique outdoor day camp at Calgary’s Sandy Beach. Please visit ymcacalgary.org or call your local YMCA for more information.


RESIDENTIAL CAMPS

BATES BAR J RANCH
Box 700 Cochrane, Alberta
Phone: 403-637-2199
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Website: batesbarj.com
A western horseback riding camp for children eight to 15. We are a family-owned camp founded in 1962. The ranch is located in a scenic river valley, surrounded by treed hills. Our cooks provide tasty home cooked meals and counselor supervision ratio is 1 to 5. Our aims are to promote appreciation of the outdoors, wildlife and animals in general, while developing new skills and friendships while having fun.


BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF CALGARY
731 13 Avenue NE
Phone: 403-276-9981
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Website: calgaryboysandgirlsclub.ca
Camp 2009 - At the Boys and Girls Clubs of Calgary, we offer fun and affordable weeklong day camps and overnight camping experiences for ages six to 17, as well as family camps. For more information, visit calgaryboysandgirlsclub.ca or call 403-276-9981.


CAMP KASOTA WEST
Sylvan Lake, Alberta
Phone: 1-403-275-3636
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Website: campkasotawest.com
Register online. Camp Kasota West, located on the shores of Sylvan Lake, is a residential camp for children and youth. Trained counselors provide programming including: swimming, canoeing/kayaking, crafts, campfires, discovery hour. Specialty programs: Sailing, canoeing, kayaking, counselors-in-training. Transportation from Calgary provided. The camp is operated by Calgary Presbytery and is accredited by the United Church of Canada and the Alberta Camping Association. Visit the website for more information.


CAMP KURIAKOS
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Website: kuriakos.ab.ca
Camp Kuriakos has what today’s families are looking for. Kids, teens, and family programs excite and engage campers of every age on the beautiful shores of Sylvan Lake. Activities include canoeing, kayaking, swimming, a challenge course, climbing wall, archery, playground, sports, music, crafts, wood working, drama and more.


CAMP VALAQUA
Box 339
Contact: Jon Olfert
Phone: 1-403-637-2510
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Website: campvalaqua.com
Situated on 250 acres of riverfront property on the beautiful Little Red Deer River, Camp Valaqua offers week-long residential camps for ages eight to 17 and canoe, hiking and mountain biking out-trips for ages 12 to 17. Come and Experience God in Creation with us! Staff are fully trained and dedicated to providing a safe, caring and fun-filled experience for all campers. Call or visit our website for more information.


GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA - CALGARY AREA
Phone: 403-283-8348
Website: calgareaguides.com
Calgary Area Girl Guides offers various camping experiences year-round in our programs for ages eight to 12. Summer camps are week-long residential or tenting camps. You do not have to be a member to join in the fun. Outside groups are welcome to rent our camp facilities throughout the year.


WHISPERING PINES BIBLE CAMP
Camp located 53km NW of Cochrane
Phone: 403-946-5430
Website: whisperingpinesbiblecamp.com
Come to WPBC situated on its own pristine mountain lake just past Waiparous Creek Campgrounds and enjoy creation while camping in the foothills and learning about our Creator. Canoeing, kayaking, hiking, tubing, swimming, wide games, night games, archery and more. Call or check the web today for camp dates and fees.


YMCA CALGARY
Camp Chief Hector YMCA (city office): 403-269-6156
Website: ymcacalgary.org
The Camp Chief Hector YMCA has been providing exciting and memorable summer camp experiences since 1930. With canoeing and swimming, horseback riding, hiking and backpacking, wilderness expeditions, high ropes, archery, arts and crafts, climbing and more, each day is a new adventure. Campers enjoy journeys of discovery, the thrills of achievement and build new friendships and strong leadership skills. Please visit ymcacalgary.org or call our office for more information.

 


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