Crafty Kids

Fall Program Registration Opens July 30 @ 12:00 p.m.

Summer camp information

2025 Dates  

* Indicates a 4 day week due to observation of a statutory holiday.

2025 summer camps at a glance (for ages 4-7)

 Wk 1*Wk 2Wk 3Wk 4Wk 5Wk 6*Wk 7Wk 8Wk 9
All about Animals21228 21224 21225 21226 21227
Cheerleading I21023 21181 21183 21185 21187
Crafty Kids 21229 21230 21239 21238 
Dinosaur Discovery 21240 21241 21243 21242 
Fun, Froggies and Fitness2103721040211892119021191211922119321194 
Mini Bisons Basketball I21027 21204 212052120621207 21208
Mini Bisons Hockey U7 21058212312123221233212342123521236 
Mini Bisons Soccer I21208 21209212112121321215212172121921221
Mini Bisons Track and Field I 21044 21262 21263 21264 
Mini Gym210312104621196211972119821199212002120121203
Rhythmic Gymnastics I 21048 21265 21267 21269 
Mini Science212442124521246212472124821249212502125121252
Mini Unicorns 21255212562125721258 21260  
Sport Sampler I 2105021253212732127521277212792128121283
Wall Climbing I210342105221285212882129121295212982130121305

Busing

Pick up/Drop off locationAgesWk 1Wk 2Wk 3Wk 4Wk 5Wk 6Wk 7Wk 8Wk 9
Charleswood SchoolAll209212092720933209392094520975209622096320969
Ecole Sage Creek SchoolAll209222092820934209402094620976209572096420970
Garden City CollegiateAll209232092920935209412094720977209582096520971
Grant Park High SchoolAll209242093020936209422094820978209592096620972
Lord Wolseley SchoolAll209252093120937209432094920979209602096720973
Ness Middle School All209262093220938209442095020980209612096820974

Summer Camp Details 2025

  • Three Mini U students being introduced to a live barn owl during an all about animals program.
  • All about Animals

    Animal lovers will be wild about this camp! You will learn where animals and bugs live, what they eat, how long they have been around for and how they survive. Have fun through interactive activities, games, a visit from a therapy dog and a live animal presentation.

    *Outside of the visits from Wildlife Haven and The Humane Society, all program content and activities are newly created each summer. If you loved All About Animals last year, we're sure you'll love the new lessons and activities this year as well!

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs classroom leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Animals; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 3,5,7,9
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

     

  • Cheer
  • Cheerleading I

    This camp is an introduction to the sport of cheerleading. Learn basic tumbling, pyramids and stunts combined with gymnastics and dance techniques.

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 3 Cheer; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 3, 5, 7 & 9
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • mini programs crafty kids
  • Crafty Kids

    If you love all things crafty, this is the camp for you. Improve your skills in drawing and painting. Try splatter painting, sculpting and more! Participants will have some take-home projects at the end of the week. Please bring a large shirt to protect your clothes.

    Potential allergens: Acrylic Paint, Chalk

    *All program content and activities are newly created each summer. If you loved Crafty Kids last year, we're sure you'll love the new lessons and activities this year as well!

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs classroom leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Crafts; 3 Rec
    Dates: Week 2, 4, 6* & 8
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • Mini U kids and a leader in a Dinosaur Discovery class.
  • Dinosaur Discovery

    Take a trip back to prehistoric times when the dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Learn how a T. Rex hunted through challenges tracking light and movement. See how fossils were made and then go out and dig them up yourself! You will also get to visit the Ed Leith Cretaceous Menagerie on campus to see some massive fossils firsthand.

    Potential allergens: Baking soda, vinegar, wheat flour, salt, corn starch.

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs classroom leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Dinos; 3 Rec
    Dates: Week 2, 4, 6* & 8
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • two children playing in a parachute
  • Fun Froggie Fitness

    This full day program is packed with fun activities that will keep you busy all day long! Participate in recreational games and activities, learn basic movement skills and enjoy one hour of basic art activities each day. 

    Please pack a lunch, a nut-free snack and a drink for breaks.

    Note: Participants must be age 4 by the start date of the program.  This program does not include swimming. 

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leader
    Hours/Day: 6 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7 & 8
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Age: 4-5

    Register Here!

  • Mini U kids stand in front of a basketball net.
  • Mini Bisons Basketball I

    Mini Bisons Basketball I is designed to provide an introduction to basketball with fun, high quality and developmentally appropriate training, programming, and coaching as part of a holistic approach to long-term athlete development. Our programs will be created and coached by varsity Bisons student-athletes.

    Instructor: Bisons student-athletes, with mentorship and curriculum development support, provided by Bisons Basketball head coaches Kirby Schepp and Michele Sung
    Hours/Day: 3 Basketball; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 3, 5, 6*, 7 & 9 
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • U7
  • NEW! U7 Mini Bisons Hockey I

    U7 Summer Hockey Camps are designed for young players to develop their skills in a fun and supportive environment. Tailored for athletes born in 2019 & 2020, these camps focus on foundational techniques such as skating, stickhandling, passing, and shooting. With coaching from our Bison hockey players, age-appropriate drills, and exciting games, children will build confidence, improve their hockey fundamentals, and make new friends. Perfect for beginners or those looking to improve their skills, U7 Summer Hockey Camps provide a positive and engaging experience for young hockey enthusiasts. Coaches will group players based on their current skill levels for all on ice sessions.

    Each player will receive a take home jersey.  Players must be able to skate independently and wear full hockey equipment.

    Instructor:  U Sports student-athletes, with mentorship and curriculum development support, provided by Bisons Hockey Coaches. 
    Hours/Day: 1 hour on ice; 1 hour dryland; 4 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, & 8
    Price: $335 (short week* $268)
    Ages: Players born in 2019 & 2020

    Register Here!

  • Mini Soccer
  • Mini Bisons Soccer I

    Mini Bisons Soccer I is designed to provide an introduction to soccer with fun, high quality and developmentally appropriate training, programming, and coaching as part of a holistic approach to long-term athlete development. Our programs will be created and coached by Bisons student-athletes.

    Instructor: Mentorship and curriculum development support, provided by Bisons Soccer Coaches
    Hours/Day: 3 Soccer; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8 & 9
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • Track I
  • Mini Bisons Track and Field I

    Step into the blocks and sprint to the finish line! Develop your skills as you explore all the events of track and field. Learn about running, jumping and throwing in an active and games-oriented environment. Take part in a mock track meet at the end of the week to test out your new skills.

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Track and Field; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 2, 4, 6* & 8
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • Mini Gym SBC
  • Mini Gym

    Move and groove in this fun movement program. Learn basic movement and motor skills like throwing, catching and hopping, combined with elements of gymnastics like cartwheels, forward and backward rolls, balance beam activities and more!

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 3 Gym; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6* 7, 8, & 9
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • Rhythmic
  • Rhythmic Gymnastics I

    Experience the world of rhythmic gymnastics in a fun and encouraging environment.  Participants will receive basic instruction in rope, hoop, ball, clubs, ribbon and scarves and create a fun routine throughout the week. 

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 3 Rhythmic; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 2, 4, 6* & 8
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • two children doing a science experiment
  • Mini Science

    Throughout the week, perform exciting experiments in a variety of hands-on activities. Learn about rockets, fossil formation, chemical reactions and more!

    Potential allergens: baking soda, vinegar, shaving cream, sodium polyacrylate, saline solution. 

    *All program content and activities are newly created each summer. If you loved Science Alliance last year, we're sure you'll love the new lessons and activities this year as well!

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Science; 3 Rec
    Dates: 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6* 7, 8 & 9
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • Child doing a craft with a unicorn
  • NEW! Mini Unicorns

    Mini Unicorns invites campers into a magical world where they celebrate their uniqueness, build leadership skills, and foster creativity through imaginative play. Campers will engage in hands-on activities like creating glittering masterpieces and building their own hobby unicorns, all while learning the value of teamwork and supporting one another. With an emphasis on empowerment, collaboration, and friendship, this camp offers a fun and colorful adventure where every child can gain confidence and explore their individuality. 

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Unicorns; 3 Rec
    Dates: 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8
    Price: $299
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • Children playing soccer outside
  • Sports Sampler I

    Welcome to the world of sports! Develop a passion for a variety of sports in a fun, non-competitive and inclusive environment. Campers will be introduced to all of the favorites including soccer, basketball, dodgeball, track and more! Learn about basic skill development, fair play, teamwork and participation.

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 3 Sport; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8 & 9 
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

  • Climbing
  • Wall Climbing I

    This program is designed to give participants the chance to experience wall climbing for the first time. Participants will tackle a 1500 square foot climbing wall in the Active Living Centre for one hour per day and spend one hour per day on our bouldering wall which features our new kilter board.  Learn safety procedures, knot tying techniques, bouldering and climbing communication in a fun and safe indoor environment.

    Instructor: Qualified Climbing leader
    Hours/Day: 2 Climb; 4 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6* 7, 8 & 9
    Price: $299 (short week* $239.20)
    Ages: 5-7

    Register Here!

Fall Programs

  • Learn To Skate
  • Bisons Learn to Skate - Parent & Tot

    This program is ideal for beginner skaters. Lessons will focus on the fundamentals of skating, gliding, forward skating, stopping, starting and turning. Learn to Skate combines movement-oriented activities and games to encourage fun through learning. The parent/adult accompanying the child should be a confident skater.

    Participants are required to bring their own skates, CSA-approved helmets (full face mask recommended) and thick mitts or hockey gloves.

    Ages: 3-5
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Days: Sundays 10:00-10:45am
    Number of classes: 10                                               
    ‎Dates: September 28 - December 14 (No classes October 12 and November 16) 
    Price: $250

    OR

    Days: Mondays 5:00 - 5:45pm 
    ‎Dates: ‎October 6 - December 15 (No classes October 13)
    Number of classes: 10
    Price: $250

    Register Here!

  • A beginner hockey player sits on the ice in full mask, hockey gloves, and jersey.
  • Bisons Learn to Skate I

    Lessons will focus on the fundamentals of skating (forward skating, stopping, starting, turning, backwards skating) combining movement oriented activities and games to encourage fun through learning. Children must be able to stand independently on the ice without assistance.

    Participants are required to bring their own skates, CSA-approved helmets (full face mask recommended) and thick mitts or hockey gloves.

    Ages: 5-7
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Days: Sundays 10:45 - 11:30am 
    Number of classes: 10
    ‎Dates: September 28 - December 14 (No classes October 12 & November 16)
    Price: $250

    OR

    Days: Mondays 5:45 - 6:30pm
    ‎Dates: ‎October 6 - December 15 (No classes October 13)
    Number of classes: 10
    Price: $250

    Register Here!

  • Mini Gym SBC
  • Parent & Tot Mini Gym 

    Join us each week for 50 minutes of fun movement and activity.  Learn basic movement and motor skills like throwing, catching and hopping, combined with elements of gymnastics like forward and backward rolls, balance beam activities and more!  

    This program will require parent participation.   

    Ages: 3 & 4
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Days:   Saturdays 9:00 - 9:50am
    Dates:  Saturday - September 20 - November 29  (no class Sept 27, Oct 11 & 25)
    Number of classes: 8
    Price:  $96

    Register Here!

  • child tumbling down a ramp
  • Mini Gym

    Move and groove in this fun movement program. Learn basic movement and motor skills like throwing, catching and hopping, combined with elements of gymnastics like cartwheels, forward and backward rolls, balance beam activities and more!  

    Ages: 5 & 6
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Days:   Saturdays 10:00 - 10:50 a.m.
    Dates:  Saturday - September 20 - November 29  (no class Sept 27, Oct 11 & 25)
    Number of classes: 8
    Price:  $96.00

    Register Here!

  • Spo Sam Basketball
  • Mini Bisons Basketball I

    Designed by our Bisons head coaches, the Mini Bisons Basketball program allows children to play the game in a focused environment suited to the development of their physical, mental and basketball skills by instituting long-term athlete development (LTAD) modifications to the adult game. With high repetitions and touches, it is player-oriented with the emphasis is on skill development in combination with the teaching and loading of actions.

    Ages: 5-7
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Dates: September 21 - November 30 (no classes October 12, October 23, November 16)
    Number of classes: 8
    Days: Sundays 4:00-4:50 p.m.
    Price: $160

    Register Here!

  • Climb 1
  • Wall Climbing I

    This program is designed to give participants the chance to experience wall climbing for the first time. Under the supervision of our certified leaders, you will learn the basic requirements for wall climbing such as safety, communication and technique.

    Ages: 6-7
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Days: Saturdays 9:00 - 10:00am 
    ‎Dates: September 20 - December 13 (No classes September 27, October 11 and October 25)
    Number of classes: 10
    Price: $240

    OR

    Days: Wednesdays 5:00-6:00pm
    Number of classes: 10                                               
    ‎Dates: September 24 - November 26 
    Price: $240  

    Register Here!

  • Child in orange shirt shooting a soccer ball
  • Sport Sampler I

    Register for this program if you love being active, having fun and trying new things. Sport sampler will move you through various athletic activities over the 10 weeks. Each week you will try popular activities like soccer, basketball, volleyball and more! 

    Fall Session 
    Ages: 5-7
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Days: Wednesdays 6:00-6:50pm
    Number of classes: 10                                               
    ‎Dates: September 22 - December 1 (no class October 13)
    Price: $200   

    Register Here!

5-7 Experience

Recreation Activities

  • Bean Bag Zoo with Giant Jenga 
  • Buckets!
  • Dodgeball
  • Eggstavagant Eggs
  • Giant Soccer
  • Hoopsie Daisy
  • Kanga-Sacs
  • Kinect 4
  • Knockout
  • Mini Basketball and Parachute
  • Mini Bouncer**
  • Mini Circus
  • Mini Leadership
  • Noodle Time
  • Pinguard
  • Rubber Chicken
  • Scatterball
  • Scoops
  • Soccer 
  • Spelunker 
  • Swamp Thang
  • Swimming (Not available 2023)
  • Topple Tubes
  • Track Pack
  • Yard Games 

 

Leadership Skill Building

  • Making new friends 
  • Sharing your ideas 
  • Learning how to be part of a team 
  • Being creative 
  • Collecting leadership cards 
  • Learning to solve problems 
  • Assisting your leader