Camp Guide

Camps that improve physical literacy

Develop the enjoyment of an active lifestyle and healthy living

Physical literacy is:
• Interest and pleasure in movement and healthy living
• Athleticism

Camp offers a wealth of experiences, with kids “encountering many different sports and skills that focus on the experience,” as Natalie Toman of ParticipACTION tells it. Below the list, read more about the value of physical literacy from Toman, and learn how camp fosters and deepens this appreciation. Read more

(65 results)

	Info	Cost	Ages	Activities
FEATURED Glen Bernard Camp OVERNIGHT Swimming Aquatic Leadership Jul 22 - Aug 20, 2023 • Huntsville, ON • Age 14 to 16 (Girls) • From $1,550 HuntsvilleOntario This session prepares individuals to lifeguard and to teach and evaluate swimming strokes and lifesaving skills. Visit website view details	,175,5,37,150,10,9,173,123,69,174,134,321,1,226,15,3,322,16,31,49,56,8,26,347,28,36,346,221,54,58,60,63,225,360,363,overnightcamp,allgirls,	1550	14-16	2023-07-012023-08-01
FEATURED Glen Bernard Camp OVERNIGHT Out-tripping Wilderness Canoe Trip Aug 14 - Aug 27, 2023 • Huntsville, ON • Age 14 to 16 (Girls) • From $3,000 HuntsvilleOntario A unique route each year. A session for campers entering gr. 9-11 who love to canoe trip in the backcountry! Visit website view details	,16,3,322,41,6,81,overnightcamp,allgirls,	3000	14-16	2023-08-01
FEATURED Camp Can-Aqua OVERNIGHT Traditional July & August Camp - 4 Week Sessions Jul 02 - Aug 25, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 9 to 16 (Coed) • From $4,995 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Campers who attend for 4 weeks develop deep and nurturing relationships with the camps inspiring young staff members. Visit website view details	,48,6,41,81,274,5,288,256,133,165,22,197,345,175,37,59,10,9,173,123,69,174,134,88,2,91,33,275,24,160,137,268,226,1,153,276,8,3,224,11,347,12,15,322,16,25,251,223,28,30,31,36,346,222,49,54,74,56,260,63,64,161,65,360,363,366,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	4995	9-16	2023-07-012023-08-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional Spring Family Weekend Jun 16 - Jun 18, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 1 to 18+ (Coed) • From $175 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Connect with your family through canoeing, kayaking, hiking, archery and more! Visit website view details	,48,6,81,59,5,288,10,9,24,2,8,3,12,347,327,63,324,28,222,16,322,31,56,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	175	1-19	2023-06-01
FEATURED Northwaters & Langskib Canoe Tripping Programs OVERNIGHT Canoeing Out-tripping Northwaters Trips for Young Women Jul 24 - Aug 16, 2023 • Temagami, ON • Age 12 to 17 (Girls) • From $5,650 TemagamiOntario Equip girls with the tools they need to be strong woman who embrace femininity, adventure, integrity, challenge and community Visit website view details	,170,6,41,81,133,5,33,2,91,153,1,16,3,322,25,28,overnightcamp,allgirls,	5650	12-17	2023-07-012023-08-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional Mother-Daughter Weekend May 12 - May 14, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 1 to 18+ (Coed) • From $175 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Connect with your mom/daughter through canoeing, hiking, kayaking, archery crafts, high ropes and more! Visit website view details	,48,6,81,59,5,288,10,9,24,2,8,3,12,347,327,63,324,28,222,16,322,31,56,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	175	1-19	2023-05-01
FEATURED Camp Can-Aqua OVERNIGHT Traditional One-Week Sessions A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H & 5 Jul 02 - Sep 01, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 5 to 11 (Coed) • From $1,495 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Try camp for a week to see what you think. While most campers attend for our 2 week sessions, many start with one week. Visit website view details	,48,6,41,81,274,5,288,256,133,165,22,197,345,175,37,176,59,10,9,173,123,69,174,134,88,2,91,33,275,24,160,137,268,226,1,153,276,8,3,224,11,347,12,15,322,16,25,251,223,28,30,31,36,346,222,49,54,74,56,260,63,64,161,65,360,363,366,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	1495	5-11	2023-07-012023-08-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional March Break Family Camp Mar 12 - Mar 16, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 1 to 18+ (Coed) • From $350 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Connect with your family through skiing, snowshoeing, broomball, and cozy indoor activities. Visit website view details	,48,6,81,339,5,37,59,288,10,9,24,2,223,3,347,54,52,346,28,29,51,222,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	350	1-19	2023-03-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional Fall Women's Wellness Weekend Sep 29 - Oct 22, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 1 to 18+ (Coed) • From $270 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Designed as a healthy retreat where you can reconnect with friends, enjoy the outdoors, and try some fun camp activities! Visit website view details	,48,6,81,59,5,288,10,9,24,2,8,3,12,347,327,63,324,28,222,16,322,31,56,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	270	1-19	2023-09-012023-10-01
FEATURED Northwaters & Langskib Canoe Tripping Programs OVERNIGHT Canoeing Out-tripping Langskib For Boys and Young Men Jun 28 - Aug 16, 2023 • Temagami, ON • Age 11 to 17 (Boys) • From $5,650 TemagamiOntario Dedicated to the need to explore, embark on an adventure, challenge themselves, develop independence & experience the unknown Visit website view details	,170,6,41,81,133,5,153,1,16,3,322,25,28,overnightcamp,allboys,	5650	11-17	2023-06-012023-07-012023-08-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional Out-tripping Senior Trippers (2 Week Program) Jul 02 - Aug 24, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 13 to 15 (Coed) • From $2,254 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Taking their wilderness curiosity to the max and learning new skills through challenging environments Visit website view details	,48,6,41,81,133,5,154,22,257,259,258,165,175,37,38,176,150,59,288,10,9,173,123,134,8,3,12,347,327,223,54,63,21,36,346,28,222,221,74,60,15,322,16,31,49,56,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	2254	13-15	2023-07-012023-08-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional Winter Women's Weekend Jan 27 - Jan 29, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 1 to 18+ (Coed) • From $275 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Designed as a healthy retreat where you can reconnect with friends, enjoy the outdoors, and try some fun camp activities! Visit website view details	,48,6,81,133,5,339,37,10,9,24,2,52,3,346,28,29,51,222,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	275	1-19	2023-01-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional One Week Kita Juniors & Intermediates Jul 02 - Aug 24, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 7 to 12 (Coed) • From $932 Haliburton HighlandsOntario A place for kids to experience new skills and meet new people. They will learn and grow in new environments. Visit website view details	,48,6,41,81,133,5,154,22,257,259,258,165,175,37,38,176,150,59,288,10,9,173,123,134,8,3,12,347,327,223,54,63,21,324,36,346,28,222,221,74,60,15,322,16,31,49,56,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	932	7-12	2023-07-012023-08-01
FEATURED CBY Music & Performing Arts PROGRAM Dance Performing Arts Tot Dance Sep 06, 2022 - Jun 25, 2023 • Hamilton, ON • Age 3 to 5 (Coed) • From $65 HamiltonOntario Our award-winning dance instructors will help you develop technique, grow your confidence and get qualified. Visit website view details	,154,5,22,257,259,258,165,265,288,59,programclass,coed,	65	3-5	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional Family Day Weekend Family Camp Feb 17 - Feb 20, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 1 to 18+ (Coed) • From $260 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Connect with your family through skiing, snowshoeing, broomball, and cozy indoor activities. Visit website view details	,48,6,81,339,5,37,59,288,10,9,24,2,223,3,347,54,52,346,28,29,51,222,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	260	1-19	2023-02-01
FEATURED Northwaters & Langskib Canoe Tripping Programs OVERNIGHT Canoeing Out-tripping Northern Lights for Girls Jul 03 - Aug 11, 2023 • Temagami, ON • Age 11 to 14 (Girls) • From $3,100 TemagamiOntario Adventurous opportunities for young women to connect to their authentic selves, each other and the land. Visit website view details	,170,6,41,81,133,5,33,2,91,153,1,16,3,322,25,28,overnightcamp,allgirls,	3100	11-14	2023-07-012023-08-01
FEATURED CBY Music & Performing Arts PROGRAM Dance Performing Arts Kids Dance Sep 06, 2022 - Jun 25, 2023 • Hamilton, ON • Age 6 to 9 (Coed) • From $70 HamiltonOntario Our award-winning dance instructors will help you develop technique, grow your confidence and get qualified. Visit website view details	,154,5,22,257,259,258,165,265,288,59,programclass,coed,	70	6-9	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
FEATURED Camp Can-Aqua OVERNIGHT Traditional Family Camp May 19 - Sep 04, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 1 to 18+ (Coed) • From $725 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Enjoy the splendour of Camp Can-Aqua with your entire family. Enjoy all programs, food and activities as a family for one fee Visit website view details	,81,6,165,5,22,175,37,10,9,173,123,174,134,160,2,268,320,1,15,3,322,16,31,49,56,64,8,224,11,347,12,327,28,36,346,125,54,260,63,161,363,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	725	1-19	2023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional Wilderness Skills Two Week Juniors and Intermediates Jul 02 - Aug 24, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 7 to 12 (Coed) • From $2,141 Haliburton HighlandsOntario An enriching experience for kids to learn new skills, make new friends, and develop themselves for the better. Visit website view details	,48,6,41,81,133,5,154,22,257,259,258,165,175,37,38,176,150,59,288,10,9,173,123,134,8,3,12,347,327,223,54,63,21,324,36,346,28,222,221,74,60,260,15,322,16,31,49,56,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	2141	7-12	2023-07-012023-08-01
FEATURED CBY Music & Performing Arts PROGRAM Dance Performing Arts Private Dance Lessons Sep 06, 2022 - Jun 25, 2023 • Hamilton, ON • Age 6 to 17 (Coed) • From $280 HamiltonOntario Our award-winning dance instructors will help you develop technique, grow your confidence and get qualified. Visit website view details	,154,5,22,257,259,258,165,265,288,59,programclass,coed,	280	6-17	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional Summer Family Camp Jul 02 - Sep 02, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 1 to 18+ (Coed) • From $644 Haliburton HighlandsOntario A traditional camp with a twist, it's fun for the whole family! We offer traditional camp programs, with everyone in mind. Visit website view details	,48,6,81,175,5,37,287,59,288,10,9,69,134,24,2,8,3,11,347,12,327,223,54,63,324,36,346,251,28,222,60,260,15,322,16,31,49,56,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	644	1-19	2023-07-012023-08-012023-09-01
FEATURED YMCA Wanakita OVERNIGHT Traditional Out-tripping Senior Traditional (2 Week Program) Jul 02 - Aug 24, 2023 • Haliburton Highlands, ON • Age 13 to 15 (Coed) • From $2,254 Haliburton HighlandsOntario Learning new skills at camp and being paired in new wilderness environments fostering positive areas for growth Visit website view details	,48,6,41,81,133,5,154,22,257,259,258,165,175,37,38,176,150,59,288,10,9,173,123,134,8,3,12,347,327,223,54,63,21,324,36,346,28,222,221,74,60,15,322,16,31,49,56,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	2254	13-15	2023-07-012023-08-01
Kidz Kare Inc. VIRTUAL Yoga Health & Fitness Virtual Yoga - Preschool Oct 05, 2021 - Dec 27, 2022 • Online • Age 2 to 5 (Coed) • From $15 Online This program includes mindfulness practice and relaxation, which supports self regulation and helps to relieve anxiety. Visit website view details	,320,1,153,276,161,3,318,virtualprogram,coed,	15	2-5	2021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-01
The Academy of Martial Arts PROGRAM Martial Arts Karate 8-12 year old Kids Karate Sep 22, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023 • Brampton, ON • Age 8 to 12 (Coed) • From $130 BramptonOntario Train martial arts in-person or online, stay fit, reduce anxiety, Separate classes for children, teens. Join anytime. Visit website view details	,320,1,153,276,254,3,35,programclass,coed,	130	8-12	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-01
Kidz Kare Inc. VIRTUAL Yoga Health & Fitness Virtual Yoga - Children Oct 05, 2021 - Dec 27, 2022 • Online • Age 6 to 12 (Coed) • From $15 Online Children will learn mindfulness practice and relaxation, which supports self regulation and helps to relieve anxiety. Visit website view details	,153,1,276,161,3,318,virtualprogram,coed,	15	6-12	2021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-01
Kidz Kare Inc. VIRTUAL Yoga Health & Fitness Virutal Yoga - Prenatal Oct 04, 2021 - Dec 26, 2022 • Online • Age 19 to 18+ (Coed) • From $15 Online We'll help you stay healthy, fit, relaxed, and mindful during your pregnancy! Visit website view details	,320,1,153,276,161,3,318,virtualprogram,coed,	15	19-19	2021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-01
The Academy of Martial Arts PROGRAM Martial Arts Karate 8-12 year old Kids Karate Sep 01, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023 • Brampton, ON • Age 8 to 12 (Coed) • From $525 BramptonOntario Martial Arts classes work on keeping the body and the mind active. Have fun while practicing a little self-control. Visit website view details	,320,1,153,276,254,3,35,programclass,coed,	525	8-12	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-01
Kidz Kare Inc. VIRTUAL Yoga Health & Fitness Virtual Yoga - Teens Oct 08, 2021 - Dec 30, 2022 • Online • Age 13 to 18 (Coed) • From $15 Online Teen yoga sessions are geared to beginner and intermediate level practitioners. Visit website view details	,320,1,153,276,161,3,318,virtualprogram,coed,	15	13-18	2021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-01
The Academy of Martial Arts PROGRAM Martial Arts Karate 13-16 year old Teen Karate Sep 22, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023 • Brampton, ON • Age 13 to 16 (Coed) • From $525 BramptonOntario Online Martial Arts classes working on keeping the body and the mind active. Have fun while practicing a little self-control. Visit website view details	,320,1,153,276,254,3,35,programclass,coed,	525	13-16	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-01
The Academy of Martial Arts PROGRAM Martial Arts Karate 5 to 7 year old Kids Karate Sep 22, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023 • Brampton, ON • Age 5 to 7 (Coed) • From $130 BramptonOntario Train martial arts in-person or online, stay fit, reduce anxiety, and Separate classes for children, and teens. Join anytime. Visit website view details	,320,1,153,276,254,3,35,programclass,coed,	130	5-7	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-01
The Academy of Martial Arts PROGRAM Martial Arts Karate 13-16 year old Teen Karate Sep 22, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023 • Brampton, ON • Age 13 to 16 (Coed) • From $130 BramptonOntario Train martial arts from the comfort of your home, stay fit, reduce anxiety. Separate online classes for children, teens. Visit website view details	,320,1,153,276,254,3,35,programclass,coed,	130	13-16	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-01
Kidz Kare Inc. VIRTUAL Yoga Health & Fitness Virtual Yoga - Adult Oct 06, 2021 - Dec 28, 2022 • Online • Age 18 to 18+ (Coed) • From $15 Online This program includes mindfulness practice and relaxation, which supports self regulation and helps to relieve anxiety. Visit website view details	,320,1,153,276,161,3,318,virtualprogram,coed,	15	18-19	2021-10-012021-11-012021-12-012022-01-012022-02-012022-03-012022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-01
The Academy of Martial Arts PROGRAM Martial Arts Karate 5 to 7 year old Kids Karate Sep 22, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023 • Brampton, ON • Age 5 to 7 (Coed) • From $525 BramptonOntario Martial Arts classes work on keeping the body and the mind active. Have fun while practicing a little self-control. Visit website view details	,320,1,153,276,254,3,35,programclass,coed,	525	5-7	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-012023-07-012023-08-012023-09-012023-10-012023-11-012023-12-01
Toronto Kyokushinkai Karate PROGRAM Martial Arts Active Mornings Before School Care Sep 26, 2022 - Jun 29, 2023 • East-End, Toronto • Age 4 to 11 (Coed) • From $55 TorontoEast-EndEast-EndOntario Prepare for your day by waking your body with active stretching, core and movement work. Visit website view details	,160,2,153,1,276,87,254,3,35,74,161,programclass,coed,	55	4-11	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Aspire Climbing Vaughan DAY CAMP Rock Climbing Ninja PA Day Climbing and Ninja Camp (York Region) Nov 18, 2022 - Jun 02, 2023 • Vaughan, ON • Age 6 to 12 (Coed) • From $85 VaughanOntario Through rock climbing and ninja, campers will work on body awareness, movement and balance to navigate their way to the top. Visit website view details	,10,5,9,173,276,1,370,3,221,daycamp,coed,	85	6-12	2022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Joookooo Sports Academy PROGRAM Basketball JOOOKOOO Basketball Skills Academy - Bowmanville (Ages 4-5) Sep 24, 2022 - Jun 03, 2023 • Clarington, ON • Age 4 to 5 (Coed) • From $145 ClaringtonOntario Focus on developing core basketball skills, agility, balance, coordination and speed. Interactive games, drills and skills. Visit website view details	,276,1,12,3,347,programclass,coed,	145	4-5	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Toronto Artistic Swimming Club PROGRAM Swimming Teen Novice Program Sep 11, 2022 - May 14, 2023 • Downtown, Toronto • Age 12 to 18 (Coed) • From $2,100 TorontoDowntownDowntownOntario Develop strength, flexibility, and artistic swimming skills while bonding as a team and competing in regional meets. Visit website view details	,276,1,201,3,322,56,programclass,coed,	2100	12-18	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-01
Toronto Artistic Swimming Club PROGRAM Swimming Recreational Program (Spring mini-session) Mar 20 - May 22, 2023 • East-York, Toronto • Age 7 to 13 (Coed) • From $225 TorontoEast-YorkEast-YorkOntario Perfect for growing kids' interest in swimming, dance, gymnastics, and artistic expression! Visit website view details	,276,1,201,3,322,56,programclass,coed,	225	7-13	2023-03-012023-04-012023-05-01
Aspire Climbing Vaughan PROGRAM Rock Climbing Kelsos Climbing Program Jan 10 - Mar 07, 2023 • Vaughan, ON • Age 11 to 14 (Coed) • From $415 VaughanOntario Climbers are introduced to fundamental climbing skills to set the foundation for future rock stars. Visit website view details	,153,1,276,370,3,328,221,programclass,coed,	415	11-14	2023-01-012023-02-012023-03-01
Joookooo Sports Academy PROGRAM Basketball JOOOKOOO Basketball Skills Academy - Bowmanville (Ages 6-8) Sep 24, 2022 - Jun 03, 2023 • Clarington, ON • Age 6 to 8 (Coed) • From $145 ClaringtonOntario Focus on developing core basketball skills, agility, balance, coordination and speed. Interactive games, drills and skills. Visit website view details	,276,1,12,3,347,programclass,coed,	145	6-8	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Supreme Cheerleading DAY CAMP Cheer Gymnastics Cheer & Tumble March Break Camp Mar 13 - Mar 17, 2023 • Burlington, ON • Age 5 to 12 (Coed) • From $64 BurlingtonOntario Join us for fun-filled, high-energy days of tumbling, stunting, jumps, dance, games, crafts and so much more! Visit website view details	,258,5,22,165,265,288,59,10,9,123,333,88,2,91,33,276,1,269,3,164,27,370,328,74,60,161,daycamp,coed,	64	5-12	2023-03-01
Joookooo Sports Academy PROGRAM Basketball JOOOKOOO Basketball Skills Academy - Bowmanville (Ages 12-14) Sep 24, 2022 - Jun 03, 2023 • Clarington, ON • Age 6 to 14 (Coed) • From $145 ClaringtonOntario Focus on developing core basketball skills, agility, balance, coordination and speed. Interactive games, drills and skills. Visit website view details	,276,1,12,3,347,programclass,coed,	145	6-14	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Toronto Artistic Swimming Club PROGRAM Swimming Recreational Program (Manta Ray) Sep 15, 2022 - Jun 08, 2023 • Toronto (3) • Age 8 to 12 (Coed) • From $935 TorontoDowntown, East-YorkDowntownEast-YorkOntario Ideal for kids who are new to artistic swimming or have little experience. Visit website view details	,276,1,201,3,322,56,programclass,coed,	935	8-12	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Joookooo Sports Academy PROGRAM Soccer JOOOKOOO Soccer Skills Academy - Bowmanville (Ages 12-14) Sep 24, 2022 - Jun 03, 2023 • Clarington, ON • Age 6 to 14 (Coed) • From $145 ClaringtonOntario Focus on developing core soccer skills, agility, balance, coordination and speed. Interactive games, drills and skills. Visit website view details	,276,1,54,3,347,programclass,coed,	145	6-14	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Evergreen Brick Works PROGRAM Traditional Evergreen's Nature School Jan 20 - Mar 10, 2023 • East-York, Toronto • Age 6 to 10 (Coed) • From $560 TorontoEast-YorkEast-YorkOntario Rooted in a forest school inspired approach, our Nature School is an immersive outdoor play-based program for ages 6-10. Visit website view details	,298,6,81,10,5,9,173,355,123,174,134,28,3,188,0,programclass,coed,	560	6-10	2023-01-012023-02-012023-03-01
Toronto Artistic Swimming Club PROGRAM Swimming Recreational Program (Barracuda) Sep 20, 2022 - Jun 08, 2023 • East-York, Toronto • Age 13 to 17 (Coed) • From $935 TorontoEast-YorkEast-YorkOntario Teens develop skills in synchronized swimming, strength, flexibility and artistic expression. Visit website view details	,276,1,201,3,322,56,programclass,coed,	935	13-17	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Aspire Climbing Vaughan PROGRAM Ninja League of Ninjas 1.0 Jan 09 - Mar 08, 2023 • Vaughan, ON • Age 6 to 9 (Coed) • From $370 VaughanOntario Explore agile movement by carrying momentum and finding flow through connecting obstacles. Visit website view details	,153,1,276,27,3,370,328,221,programclass,coed,	370	6-9	2023-01-012023-02-012023-03-01
Toronto Kyokushinkai Karate DAY CAMP Karate March Break Karate Camp Mar 13 - Mar 17, 2023 • East-End, Toronto • Age 4 to 11 (Coed) • From $300 TorontoEast-EndEast-EndOntario Full day of activities each day including Karate, Yoga, Arts and Crafts, Lego, Games, Park Playtime, Self Defence Visit website view details	,160,2,268,153,1,276,254,3,35,74,161,daycamp,coed,	300	4-11	2023-03-01
Toronto Artistic Swimming Club PROGRAM Swimming Intro to Competitive Program Sep 11, 2022 - May 14, 2023 • Downtown, Toronto • Age 7 to 11 (Coed) • From $2,300 TorontoDowntownDowntownOntario Ideal for the young swimmer who is curious about competing, who likes a challenge, and who will thrive as part of a team. Visit website view details	,276,1,201,3,322,56,programclass,coed,	2300	7-11	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-01
Joookooo Sports Academy PROGRAM Soccer JOOOKOOO Soccer Skills Academy - Bowmanville (Ages 4-5) Sep 24, 2022 - Jun 03, 2023 • Clarington, ON • Age 4 to 5 (Coed) • From $145 ClaringtonOntario Focus on developing core soccer skills, agility, balance, coordination and speed. Interactive games, drills and skills. Visit website view details	,276,1,54,3,347,programclass,coed,	145	4-5	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Aspire Climbing Vaughan PROGRAM Ninja Rock Climbing League of Nemos Jan 14 - Mar 11, 2023 • Vaughan, ON • Age 4 to 5 (Coed) • From $350 VaughanOntario League of Nemos focuses minds and bodies on improving awareness, agility and functional body movements to reach their goals. Visit website view details	,153,1,276,27,3,370,328,221,programclass,coed,	350	4-5	2023-01-012023-02-012023-03-01
Aspire Climbing Vaughan PROGRAM Rock Climbing Rattlesnakes Climbing Program Jan 09 - Mar 07, 2023 • Vaughan, ON • Age 8 to 10 (Coed) • From $355 VaughanOntario Climbers will be introduced to climbing fundamentals and will gain an improved body awareness with every climb. Visit website view details	,153,1,276,370,3,328,221,programclass,coed,	355	8-10	2023-01-012023-02-012023-03-01
Joookooo Sports Academy PROGRAM Basketball JOOOKOOO Basketball Skills Academy - Bowmanville (Ages 9-11) Sep 24, 2022 - Jun 03, 2023 • Clarington, ON • Age 6 to 11 (Coed) • From $145 ClaringtonOntario Focus on developing core basketball skills, agility, balance, coordination and speed. Interactive games, drills and skills. Visit website view details	,276,1,12,3,347,programclass,coed,	145	6-11	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Joookooo Sports Academy PROGRAM Soccer JOOOKOOO Soccer Skills Academy - Bowmanville (Ages 6-8) Sep 24, 2022 - Jun 03, 2023 • Clarington, ON • Age 6 to 8 (Coed) • From $145 ClaringtonOntario Focus on developing core soccer skills, agility, balance, coordination and speed. Interactive games, drills and skills. Visit website view details	,276,1,54,3,347,programclass,coed,	145	6-8	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Supreme Cheerleading PROGRAM Cheer Gymnastics Cheerleading, Gymnastics and Tumble Birthday Parties Apr 22, 2022 - Apr 30, 2023 • Burlington, ON • Age 5 to 13 (Coed) • From $199 BurlingtonOntario Enjoy this year's birthday party no mess, no stress, and all Fun! Supreme is here to make your birthday the best yet! Visit website view details	,269,3,164,27,programclass,coed,	199	5-13	2022-04-012022-05-012022-06-012022-07-012022-08-012022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-01
Toronto Kyokushinkai Karate DAY CAMP Martial Arts Holiday / Christmas Karate Day Camp Dec 27, 2022 - Jan 06, 2023 • East-End, Toronto • Age 4 to 11 (Coed) • From $240 TorontoEast-EndEast-EndOntario Active day camp including Karate, Yoga, Dance party, Lego stations, games, fort building, park outings, arts and crafts. Visit website view details	,10,5,9,160,2,268,153,1,276,87,54,3,347,254,35,74,161,daycamp,coed,	240	4-11	2022-12-012023-01-01
Tommy Thompson Park DAY CAMP Nature Nature Camp at Tommy Thompson Park Jul 04 - Sep 01, 2023 • East-End, Toronto • Age 6 to 12 (Coed) • From $270 TorontoEast-EndEast-EndOntario Nature Camp at Tommy Thompson Park offers the chance to discover our city’s animal and plant life among wetlands and meadows. Visit website view details	,10,5,9,173,123,69,24,2,357,50,7,153,1,28,3,161,daycamp,coed,	270	6-12	2023-07-012023-08-01
Aspire Climbing Vaughan PROGRAM Rock Climbing Buffalos Climbing Program Jan 09 - Mar 06, 2023 • Vaughan, ON • Age 6 to 7 (Coed) • From $315 VaughanOntario Climbers are introduced to fundamental climbing skills to set the foundation for future rock stars. Visit website view details	,153,1,276,370,3,328,221,programclass,coed,	315	6-7	2023-01-012023-02-012023-03-01
Joookooo Sports Academy PROGRAM Soccer JOOOKOOO Soccer Skills Academy - Bowmanville (Ages 9-11) Sep 24, 2022 - Jun 03, 2023 • Clarington, ON • Age 6 to 11 (Coed) • From $145 ClaringtonOntario Focus on developing core soccer skills, agility, balance, coordination and speed. Interactive games, drills and skills. Visit website view details	,276,1,54,3,347,programclass,coed,	145	6-11	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Toronto Artistic Swimming Club PROGRAM Swimming Recreational Program (Swordfish) Sep 15, 2022 - Jun 08, 2023 • Toronto (3) • Age 8 to 12 (Coed) • From $935 TorontoDowntown, East-YorkDowntownEast-YorkOntario Perfect for swimmers who have done 1+ year previously (in a TASC Rec program or equivalent). Visit website view details	,276,1,201,3,322,56,programclass,coed,	935	8-12	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Toronto Artistic Swimming Club PROGRAM Swimming Recreational Program (Porpoise) Sep 18, 2022 - May 28, 2023 • East-York, Toronto • Age 5 to 7 (Coed) • From $410 TorontoEast-YorkEast-YorkOntario Perfect for growing kids' interest in swimming, dance, gymnastics, and artistic expression! Visit website view details	,276,1,201,3,322,56,programclass,coed,	410	5-7	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-01
Toronto Kyokushinkai Karate DAY CAMP Karate Summer Karate Day Camp Jul 03 - Sep 01, 2023 • East-End, Toronto • Age 4 to 11 (Coed) • From $240 TorontoEast-EndEast-EndOntario Summer Karate Day Camp includes Karate, Yoga, Outdoor Park and Splash Pad play time, Beach, Crafts, Games and Activities. Visit website view details	,173,5,9,123,88,2,91,160,320,1,153,276,87,56,3,322,254,35,222,74,161,daycamp,coed,	240	4-11	2023-07-012023-08-01
Aspire Climbing Vaughan PROGRAM Ninja League of Ninjas 2.0 Jan 10 - Mar 08, 2023 • Vaughan, ON • Age 10 to 13 (Coed) • From $425 VaughanOntario Explore agile movement by carrying momentum and finding flow through connecting obstacles. Visit website view details	,153,1,276,27,3,370,328,221,programclass,coed,	425	10-13	2023-01-012023-02-012023-03-01
Toronto Kyokushinkai Karate PROGRAM Martial Arts After School Karate program with local school pick up Oct 03, 2022 - Jun 29, 2023 • East-End, Toronto • Age 4 to 11 (Coed) • From $68 TorontoEast-EndEast-EndOntario After School Karate - pick up from local schools, daily Karate class - free playtime at our activities and Lego stations Visit website view details	,10,5,9,173,195,2,32,160,153,1,276,87,254,3,35,74,programclass,coed,	68	4-11	2022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-012023-06-01
Toronto Artistic Swimming Club PROGRAM Swimming Competitive Program Sep 11, 2022 - Jun 01, 2023 • Downtown, Toronto • Age 6 to 18 (Coed) • From $2,600 TorontoDowntownDowntownOntario Build an athletic foundation that will carry swimmers through a lifetime of enjoyment in physical activity and team sports. Visit website view details	,276,1,201,3,322,56,programclass,coed,	2600	6-18	2022-09-012022-10-012022-11-012022-12-012023-01-012023-02-012023-03-012023-04-012023-05-01

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Physical literacy defined

“Physical literacy,” says Natalie Toman, is “the confidence to engage in physical activity … If kids are getting out there and are enjoying [an activity],” skill comparisons to others don’t matter as much as the fact that “they’re enjoying the sport itself.” In her role as Health Promotion Lead at ParticipACTION, Toman emphasizes that kids’ joy in sport “really lends itself to [current and future] physical literacy. If [later in life], they can remember having fun when they were kids and being physically active, they’re more likely to repeat that experience.”

To her, physical literacy consists of “feeling really confident, wanting to engage and hopefully [adopt activity] for the rest of your life.” This involves knowledge of the benefits of exercise, a sense of motivation and a willingness to engage in activities they enjoy.

Why is physicality beneficial?

“There’s a connection between physical literacy in childhood and adulthood,” she says. “Adults who are physically literate tend to be more active.” It’s important to develop physical literacy as early as possible, to create a foundation that children can carry forward into adulthood. “As we get older, it’s really important that physical activity be a part of our lives.” It helps with both injury prevention and disease prevention, she says.

Physical activity also:

reduces the risk of medical conditions like obesity, diabetes and heart disease.
results in a healthier heart and lungs
improves sleep schedules
increases flexibility
helps control weight

In addition, there’s also a mental health boost from physical activity. It can boost your mood, enhance self-esteem, and reduce stress, depression and anxiety. In addition, children who participate in a team sport like soccer learn how to be physically active with other people, enhance social skills, and learn the value of teamwork.

How to assess physical literacy

“For a person watching,” Toman explains, “physical literacy can be seen by the enjoyment of a child, through their confidence and ability.” She believes that a good way to measure physical literacy is to see how a child responds to a physical activity. “When you see a group of children together, a physically literate child would be the one who would jump right into a sport or physical endeavour.” ‘

In contrast, a child does not reflect this behaviour may not be as physically literate. This, too, though, can be seen as an opportunity to enhance their ability. “When you see a child who doesn’t jump right to it, perhaps we should look a little bit at the environment, the opportunity, and see how we can help that child develop the confidence and interest [level] to want to be involved with physical activity.”

An important part of physical literacy is kids’ interaction with friends and appreciation for outdoors.

How is physical literacy developed?

“Opportunity is a big part of physical literacy,” says Toman. “It would be really hard for one to develop physical literacy if there wasn’t an opportunity to do so.” Camp, she says “is a strong influencer in physical literacy in children.” There are other environments, too, that develop and nurture the growth of physical literacy, but camp is as good as any, in motivating children to be physically active through things like outdoor play-time and group activities, as well as gym time.

Encourage your child to take part in camps and activities they enjoy. This will motivate them to remain physically active outside of camp and school . For example, if they go to basketball camp, they’ll practice basketball at home as well. A camp with physical activity will encourage kids to reduce screen-time and direct more energy to physical activity. An important part of physical literacy is kids’ increased activity, interaction with friends and appreciation for outdoors.

Prior to ParticipACTION, Toman worked in several day camps, leading outdoor activities there. Here, she learned the importance of role modeling for children.“If [adults] are going to express good physical literacy, [they need to prioritize] role modelling.” If your child sees you participate in healthy eating and physical activity, they’re more likely to do the same. Leaders at camps with high physical activity are also critical, either as reinforcement, or in the absence of other models.

Other physically active things you can do together include walks, bike rides, swimming or skating. You can also encourage your child to help around the house, with preparing a healthy recipe, gardening or raking leaves.

Through all this, though, she stresses the importance of enjoyment in physicality, over any focus on competition or skill perfection. “We want to [ensure] children are encountering many different sports and skills,” she emphasizes, “and that [they focus on the] experience.” Fun, enjoyment, and learning are key to developing physical literacy, whereas any focus on competition and winning can sometimes thwart or frustrate the development of this important character trait.

Want your child to enhance their physical literacy?

ParticipACTION provides opportunities to both children and adults so they can develop physical literacy by focusing on skill accruement. The organization focuses on developing children’s confidence while performing physical actvities.

Of course, camps like those below offer an emphasis on physical activity and the development of a physical literacy that’s personal for each child. These provide a foundation for a lifetime of enjoyment in exercise and fitness, because they make it fun, social, and engaging.

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Camps that improve physical literacy

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List of camps and programs that foster physical literacy in kids and teens

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Organizations with programs TBD

Physical literacy defined

Why is physicality beneficial?

How to assess physical literacy

How is physical literacy developed?

Want your child to enhance their physical literacy?

Frequently Asked Questions

In the spotlight:

Hands-on fun and learning in science, technology, engineering, and math

Where your child can play hockey, build their skills, and have fun

Making education fun

Why overnight camp is so important

Why kids need summer camp

How literate are Canadian students?

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