The countdown to the last day of school is on and that means parents like you are looking for summer camps in Oakville. If your kids need care during the summer, we have a list of the best summer camps near you! Art camps, Music Camps and STEM camps, plus everything in between! Find them all listed below!
Sending your child to an Oakville summer camp can have many benefits, including:
Developing Independence: Summer camp provides an opportunity for children to develop independence and learn how to navigate new environments without the constant presence of parents or guardians.
Making New Friends: Summer camp is a great place for children to meet new friends and develop social skills. They can form new relationships, learn to communicate with others, and gain a sense of community.
Building Confidence: Through new challenges and experiences, summer camp can help children build self-confidence and self-esteem. Trying new activities and succeeding at them can also boost their confidence.
Promoting Physical Activity: Oakville summer camps often offer a wide range of physical activities, which can help children develop healthy habits and stay active during the summer months.
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Artshine art camps for kids. When school's out, a little one's energy to create is still abuzz! We've got solutions for the budding artist in your family. Camps run from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. and are open to kids in JK-Grade 6.
Designed for kids to explore the vast field of biology by deep-diving into a specialized subject each week. Our approach enables kids to ask questions, formulate hypotheses, conduct hands-on experiments and make conclusions through which kids learn foundational life skills applicable to all facets of life. Art is a huge component in making science fun! Our program encourages kids to explore their creative side and mesh it with biology through music, poetry, theater, arts and craft, podcasting and more. Fall, Winter and Spring programming available.
Little Kitchen Academy, the key ingredient for an independent child, is the first-of-its-kind Montessori-inspired cooking academy for kids ages 3 through 18 focused on providing a safe, inspiring and empowering space for children to identify, develop and refine their senses. In each class, students learn how to make healthy, delicious and seasonal meals from scratch to consumption—all while experimenting with math and science concepts, working on their reading skills and polishing up their table manners. Maximum 10 students per class. Regular camp hours: Ages 3 to 5: Daily 9 am to 12 pm Ages 6 to 8: Daily 12:30 pm to 3:30pm Ages 9 to 12: Daily 4 pm to 7pm Ages 13+: Daily 4 pm to 7 pm (select weeks); Friday and Saturday 7:30 pm to 10 pm Oakville - https://littlekitchenacademy.com/locations/oakville/ Mississauga - https://littlekitchenacademy.com/locations/mississauga/
STEM and robotic projects are full of hands-on fun in our camps. Campers will participate and work on science and robotic projects alternately in the morning and afternoon. Our camp programming is balanced with daily team activities, STEM projects and outdoor break times. Nutritious lunch is provided by Fortinos in its eating area. Afternoon fruits and snacks are also provided for the busy bodies and minds.
The Royal Soccer Club is celebrating our 31st annual summer soccer camp. Having hosted over 300,000 campers in over 100 locations across Canada, we are the #1 grassroots soccer day camps in Canada with 5 locations in Hamilton, Burlington and Oakville. Our program is designed to promote personal development, team building and of course, FUN! Our camp program is uniquely designed to offer a soccer focus in the morning and a leisure swim with other organized camp activities in the afternoons. Children aged 5 and 13 are encouraged to register for full-day or morning sessions during any weeks in July and August. Campers receive a soccer ball, t-shirt, medal and much more. We offer early drop-off and late pickup times fully supervised at no extra charge with extended care available too. To register or for more information, visit royalsoccer.com or call 1-800-427-0536.
Adventure Valley Day Camp is a traditional-style day camp for children ages 4 – 12 years. Children participate in a variety of different activities each day, our campers get to experience it all in one place! We go beyond summer fun to provide experiences that foster growth and develop the whole child. We focus on building life skills, like confidence, determination, kindness, and positivity.
Featuring a 50’x 120’ real ice rink, a 35’x 60’ shooter pad, and a brand new 36’x 80’ ball hockey rink, Cutting Edge Hockey Development Centre has everything you need for your hockey development. Our programs range from private lessons to team training, to 3-on-3 leagues and take you from learning to skate through to shooting and scoring.
Our camps are a wonderful opportunity for budding photographers aged 8-12 to develop their skills while exploring all the natural beauty the Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre has to offer!
Future Royals is a Canadian-based social enterprise delivering creative and educational programming for children between ages 4-18 across Canada. STEAM Education (science, technology, engineering, art and math). Our programs are focused on building essential life skills and creative thinking.
Gemslearning Institute encourages the development of students’ proficiency in computer programming and prepares them for higher computer learning. It introduces students to the exciting but challenging world of computers.
We offer a range of programs that foster compassion and curiosity, to embrace art and the natural world, giving participants space and time to foster both. In a time where people look at a screen more often in a day than the birds and plants in their backyards, we believe it is crucial for people of all ages to unplug from technology and to mindfully reconnect with the earth.
At the Oakville Hockey Academy, we have a state-of-the-art fitness centre which allows us to provide all of your needs under one roof. Our positive, inclusive approach to training has earned us the reputation as one of the top development centers in the GTA. Our commitment to our clients is to provide a first-class experience for all.
Oakville Swim Academy provides an amazing full-day camp that includes swimming lessons, outdoor adventures, crafts games, and activities. Call today (905) 339-3000 for further information.
Create lasting memories while you Paint Pottery, Canvas or Play with Clay! Join us for birthday parties, drop-in pottery painting, special events and camps.
Skill Samurai specializes in technology education for children from elementary school to high school. We offer a variety of STEM learning courses, including game design, robotics, Minecraft, Roblox, YouTube, and more. Our flexible hours and engaging technical skills courses make learning fun!
STEAMULATION LAB provides STEM/STEAM workshops, events, after school classes, birthday parties for kids age 6-18 years old as well as OPEX and leadership training.
STEM Camp is a Canadian not for profit organization with a mission to inspire Canadian youth in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics.
Whatever your skill level, just bring your love of equis and the outdoors, and our qualified and friendly staff will ensure that you are safely equipped to thoroughly enjoy your ride – YEAR ROUND!
As the only kids' gym that offers an inclusive philosophy, we have found all children can benefit from our uniquely designed sensory equipment that is specifically designed to aid children with sensory processing disorders. However, in our experience, all children are able to benefit greatly from this equipment and by allowing children of all ability levels to play together they are able to learn a great deal from each other and become the best motivation for success in every level. Read about our visit here
Each Oakville summer camp has unique hours and requirements, therefore we suggest you contact them directly with questions and to learn more. Attend their open house so you can get a feel for their program, staff and facility. Want to ask fellow parents about summer camps? Why not post in our Facebook group?
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