Camps in Vancouver and the surrounding areas of BC give local kids and teens, as well as visitors to the west coast a chance to learn new things and develop their passions. The list below includes camps in downtown Vancouver, the West End, Yaletown, and Gastown. Further down the page, we offer a variety of advice for Vancouver parents searching for the best camp for their child(ren). Read more
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Vancouver; West Vancouver
For all students interested in public speaking, debating and Model United Nations. A well-rounded program open to all ability levels and interests, ages 10 - 17. Debate day and overnight camps running June - August. Read more...
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Vancouver
Our coed summer sports camps are geared toward kids ages 4-18 of all abilities and skill levels. From beginner to elite, there is a camp option for everyone. Improve Your Skills & Have SERIOUS FUN at Sports Camps Canada! Read more...
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Burnaby; Langley; North Vancouver
From camps for kids to instructional programs raise your game by working on your skills and learn the fun way, through play-based teaching. Canlan Sports is where we play. Read more...
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Pedalheads Bike, Swim and Sport Throughout British Columbia (40)
Pedalheads offers bike, swim, and trail programs to families across Canada. Pedalheads helps kids develop life skills, confidence, and independence through fun, safe, and engaging instruction. Read more...
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InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Pacific Thetis Island; Vancouver
One of nine Inter-Varsity Camps, Pioneer Pacific offers Christian summer camp and leadership programs for kids from 7-18, and includes a wide range of activities such as sailing, archery, kayaking and more. Read more...
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Squamish; Vancouver
Our mission is to join with youth and families on a journey to discover and develop their character identity to achieve their best potential. Read more...
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North Vancouver
Four Point Basketball in partnership with Nike Basketball and Jr NBA provide an exceptional curriculum suitable for beginners, intermediate and/or high performance players. We 'Make swishes come true!' Read more...
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Vancouver
Canada's #1 grassroots summer soccer day camps offering full day and half day sessions in July and August weeks to children aged 5 to 13 years old. Read more...
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This award-winning club, founded in 1992, is Canada’s largest and longest-running STEM club for girls, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming youth aged 7-16. Read more...
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North Vancouver
Stagecoach Performing Arts where we love to bring out the best in every child through the wonderful world of Acting, Dancing and Singing. Read more...
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Vancouver
FDT's 2022/23 Debate & Public Speaking programs are offered either online via Zoom or in-person at our Vancouver locale. FDT Academy is renowned for having 40+ of its students make it onto national Debate & Speech teams. Read more...
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Vancouver
Known for its delicious, home-style food, friendly staff, beautiful, convenient location, and exceptional programs, Timberline is open all year for camps, retreats, youth groups, banquets, and conferences. Read more...
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Vancouver
In our premier youth program, Knight Academie, students train to become fully-fledged knights versed in the Historical Martial Arts of Europe. Read more...
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Digital Media Academy Vancouver North Vancouver; Vancouver
In-person digital media camps at UBC Vancouver. Originated at Stanford Univ. The very best tech summer camp created by Silicon Valley experts. Only at the most prestigious universities! 20 years prime reputation. Read more...
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Kelowna; Shawnigan Lake; Squamish
Easter Seals camps are for children and adults (6-49) with physical and cognitive disabilities. With fully accessible facilities and specially trained staff, our programs can accommodate campers with all abilities. Read more...
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Vancouver
School of Rock Vancouver offers 5 day music camps, as well as weekly music lessons for kids, teens and adults. Learn how to play in a band and get on stage performing like a real rock star! Read more...
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Vancouver
A STEM / STEAM maker academy for kids. Read more...
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Vancouver
Scouting isn't an activity or setting—it's a discovery. It helps youth prepare for the real world, by exploring the world. Alongside friends, Scouts cultivate skills that will guide them through every stage of life. Read more...
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North Vancouver
Give your child a unique STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, and Math) experience and register them at our STEAMazing Summer Camps. Read more...
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Whistler
We are a premium summer and winter camp for kids ages 4 to 17. We offer day and overnight camps in the summer in 4 locations: Montreal, Whistler, Banff and San Diego. We also offer a ski/snowboard camp in the winter. Read more...
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100 Mile House
Inspire. Empower. Engage. Through adventurous activities, we challenge youth to step outside their comfort zone and develop interpersonal and leadership skills. JUMP runs transformational programs around the world! Read more...
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Camps in the Vancouver area come in all different shapes and sizes. Day or overnight, specialized or traditional, Vancouver camps will keep your aspiring artist, pro sports player, super scientist or adventurer busy with a variety of arts, science, technology or outdoor activities. Here’s a look at the spectrum of options available in Vancouver kids' camps:
These camps offer kids and teens an opportunity to meet and compete with some of the best from throughout the city. There are programs throughout Vancouver that encourage your child’s interest in specific sports such as those listed below.
Educational camps help kids develop skills and interest in a wide range of subjects. Select your favourite from below to find camps offering programming in that area:
Find camps in select cities and areas including the following:
Over the summer your child will be immersed in camp life that will improve their confidence and leadership skills, among a range of other benefits.
Camps are designed to help kids and teens be themselves, explore their passions, and learn something new, all while having fun! Whether your child is excited to go to camp to improve their skills in something they already love, or to try something completely new, there’s a Vancouver camp that will fit your family’s needs.
A side-effect of learning to be yourself is learning to get along with others. In addition to helping campers develop confidence and independence, camps give kids and teens the opportunity to be social and learn about teamwork. When campers work together and have fun as a group, friendships blossom. In fact, life-long friendships are often a result of days spent bonding at camp.
Another advantage of camp is that kids and teens living in city landscapes such as the Metro Vancouver area get to experience the great outdoors. While many camps offer indoor programming or are based in studios or computer labs, most give campers the chance to get active. Goodbye nature deficit disorder!
Learn more about the many benefits of sending a child to camp.
Camps in Vancouver offer kids and teens as well as families, a wide range of activities that will keep them busy, active and learning new things. For most parents, the search for a specific activity or type of camp and a convenient location are foremost in mind when considering camps. As you look closer at your options, though, we at Our Kids think there are some other questions you should ask. The following is a brief glance:
Find out how the camp troubleshoots discipline problems. What training do counselors have in dealing with bullying or related issues? How does the camp actively promote healthy, positive interaction? ‘
Knowing your own children’s needs, how do those match up with the camp’s expectations. For example, if your children are prone to shyness, can they stick together with a sibling? What level of personal independence will be expected during participation throughout the camp?
Be clear about special provisions required for your child, or expected by the camp. For example, do they have a policy concerning allergies or special diets that will affect what snacks your child is allowed to bring? If there are children in the camp with exceptional needs, does the camp have proper staff (like EAs or PSWs) to give proper attention to those kids?
Combine this with more information in our guide:
How many Summer Camps Vancouver are there?
There are 19 Summer Camps Vancouver that are Our Kids trusted members. In addition, there are 2 options that bus from the area. Use the filters to narrow options by age or type, then click on each organization to read reviews, browse program schedules, and access registration details.
What are the fees to attend Summer Camps Vancouver?
Fees for Summer Camps Vancouver range from FREE to $1,750 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.
What age do Summer Camps Vancouver start at?
There are programs available for children starting at age 2. Family and adult programs are also available.
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