Camp Life

The Canadian Medical Association reports that 28% of children are overweight and only half maintain active or moderate physical activity levels. The effects are more far-reaching than you might expect.

Decreased physical activity leads to the development of certain chronic diseases, depression, obesity, laziness, lack of confidence, poor interpersonal and teamwork skills, and some difficulties in relating to school subjects such as geography, history, science and health.

Studies support the positive connection between healthy development and education with increased activity and participation in dynamic, adventurous activities. The documented benefits of active lifestyles and good nutrition include increased longevity, reduced risk of disease, psychological well-being, promotion of social skills, increased school performance and productivity, higher academic achievement and overall health improvements.

We see camps as playing a vital role in helping to combat youth obesity through adventurous physical activities and experiences that are exciting and fun.

In our summer day camp and year-round programs, we look at what appeals to kids at different ages and give them lots of choices. Tennis or karate might catch one child's attention, while another might like the full-range sports program with its variety. Maybe dance or hiking sparks interest. Camps contribute to introducing and encouraging children and youth to add physical activity to their daily lives in simple, enjoyable ways, for the rest of their lives.

Walk, run or jog through the activities available at Adventure Valley Day Camps