Summer Camps
The Balmy Beach Canoe Club once again offers summer programs for children aged 7 - 15.
Our all day program is the Summer Sports Camp, with other options available for those who prefer half day activities.
| FOR AGES (@12/31/09) | CAMP NAME | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 8-12 | Summer Sports Camp | Dates: June 29th to August 21st, Monday - Friday Time: 8:45 am to 4:15 pm (extended hours available) Cost: $148 to $200/ wk, depending on week selected Location: Balmy Beach Club at the foot of Beech Ave. Toronto The Balmy Beach Canoe Sports Summer Day Camp once again offers a full day program with each week offering different co-operative games and activities to provide variety to our campers, many of whom attend the camp for more than just a week. All staff are university students from the Beach neighbourhood. They bring a wide variety of experiences and interests to the camp. Many have previously been employed at “up north” residential camps. Their enthusiasm, love for children and quality programming have built the solid reputation of the camp. Specialty “on water” staff are qualified in Coaching, CPR and are licensed for motor boat operation. NB. The Club will issue a Federal Children's Fitness Tax Credit for all children 16 or under according to the terms of the program. Family discount for 3 children Download Sports Camp Brochure/Registration Form (PDF) Questions? Contact Lynn Roworth |
| 7-10 | Atom Canoe/Kayak Camp | Dates: July 6th to August 28th, Monday- Friday Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Cost: $600 for full season, $100 for any 1 wk. Location: Lions Club building at the bottom of Coxwell Avenue., Toronto This is our entry point for summer paddling programs for boys and girls. With an emphasis on FUN, the program teaches the basics of water safety; how to paddle a canoe and kayak and the importance of team work. Participants will get the opportunity to participate in a regional championship held on August 12th in Mississauga. As well as canoe/kayak, other sports, games and activities will be offered to provide a fun, active experience for your child. Questions? Contact Julia Fremeau |
| 11-12 | Peewee Canoe/Kayak Camp | Dates: July 6th to August 28th, Monday - Friday Time: 9:30am to 1:00pm Cost: $600 for season, $100 for any 1 wk. Location: Lions Club building at the bottom of Coxwell Avenue, Toronto The Summer Canoe Program is designed for kids ages 11 to 14. Emphasis is on learning the FUNdamentals of paddling with a variety of skills, drills and games. Kids will learn to paddle with others in war canoe and kayak team boats. Other activities and sports such as soccer, dodge ball, volleyball and capture the flag are played too. Paddlers in this program may participate in regional regattas held throughout the summer. Questions? Contact Julia Fremeau |
| 13-14 | Bantam Canoe/Kayak Program | |
| 13-15 | Counselor in Training | Dates: July 6th – August 14th Monday - Friday Time: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Cost: TBA Location: Balmy Beach Club at the foot of Beech Ave., Toronto The Balmy Beach Canoe Club Counselor in Training Program (CIT) is for motivated 13-15 year olds to gain valuable on-the-job experience over a two week period of time. Participants will gain skills working with campers and by "shadowing" staff. Leadership, responsibility, organizational skills, program planning and delivery, and resume composition will be the focus of the program. The second week will focus on the application of learned skills and our CIT's will plan and deliver an afternoon program with the assistance of camp staff. CIT's receive a certificate of completion at the end of each session. Emma Harvey will be heading up the program this year with the support of our very talented group of counselor’s, many of whom have themselves participated in CIT programs at other camps. This program qualifies for the Federal Government Children's Fitness Tax Credit. For the registration form click on: CIT Registration Form Questions? Contact Lynn Roworth |