Summer Camps

Registration is now live! Click here to learn how to register. 

Note: Aquatic Camps are not planned for 2023-24 due to pending pool renovations.

OUTDOOR/RECREATIONAL CAMPS

Girls Rock (7-9yrs)

Girls* Rock is designed to teach and foster learning and conversations about wellness, advocacy, self-confidence, and empowerment. Campers will explore and learn about topics through artisitic activities, active games, and team challenges.

*This camp was created for young girl campers but does welcome any young camper who is passionate about these topics.*

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Junior (5-6yrs)

Junior campers will participate in a variety of activities in this camp! Each week can include recreational and co-operative games, creative arts & crafts, and stories. A great offerring for young minds!

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Mountain Madness (8-11yrs)

Come join us as we learn about basic outdoor skills, local plants and wildlife, and develop an appreciation for the environment. Specific activities can include basic orienteering, shelter building, trail walking, and packing an emergency kit. Campers must wear closed toed shoes and be dressed for the weather.

REGISTER 8-9YRS > | REGISTER 10-11YRS >

Rec Reality (8-10yrs)

Are you ready for the challenge?
Based on popular reality shows, games, and other pop culture phenomenon, campers will race, perform, and challenge themselves individually and as a team during this action-packed and fun-filled camp. This is a great option for campers if they are too young for our Leadership camp but are passionate about learning and practicing leadership, teamwork, and collaboration. Possible activities include: Scavenger Hunts, Sharktank, and Team Relays.

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EDUCATIONAL CAMPS

Future Ready Minds (6-13yrs)

Future-ready Minds™ is a scientifically-backed, experiential learning program designed by child education and mental health experts to help children and youth develop the three key future-ready skills of innovation, collaboration and resilience. 

  * Please note: This camp is run by Future Ready Minds and will take place at The Greek Orthodox Community of East Vancouver.  

MINDSET MASTERS: (6-8 Years)

This program allows young leaders to explore brain science, mindfulness exercises, personal goals and positive mindset tools to help them develop an "I CAN DO IT!" attitude

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S.T.E.A.MERS:  (6-8 Years)

Inventing, problem solving, prototyping, and technology literacy are key skills students need to succeed in our modern, fast-paced world. S.T.E.A.M'ers helps children to explore their curiosity and creativity, in a fun environment.

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S.T.E.A.MERS Plus:  (6-8 Years)

STEAMers Plus builds on the skills from STEAMers and challenges our campers with slightly more advanced science concepts and hands - on experiments in a fun and playful environment. Ideal for campers who have done the STEAMers camp before.

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READ & LEAD:  (6-8 Years)

This program uses fun, interactive tools to teach reading fundamentals and comprehension skills required to become successful leaders. We work on the foundational skills in a playful way and use storytelling to keep children engaged.

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CONFIDENT PUBLIC SPEAKING: (6-8 Years)

A great program for younger children exploring their language skills. They learn ways to express their big ideas and build their speaking skills through interactive activities, personalized coaching, and fun speech exercises, leading to improved confidence and presentation of their own fun topic.

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TED-STYLE PUBLIC SPEAKING: (9-12 Years)

Gain confidence to express your big ideas! TED-Style Public Speaking is a great program for young leaders who want to build their public speaking skills with interactive activities, personalized coaching, and fun speech exercises, leading to their very own Ted-style talk.

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FUTURE READY LEADERS: (9-13 Years)

Build key future-ready skills for innovation, social connection, and resilience! Young leaders will engage in a variety of activities to develop the 5 C’s of the Consciousness Quotient - Creativity, Collaboration, Communication, Critical thinking, and Contribution skills. They will work towards a passion project and present ideas on how to bring about social/ global awareness and change.

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ENTREPRENUER MINDSET: (9-13 Years)

Entrepreneur Mindset is a great program for young leaders who want to practice their creativity and critical thinking skills by designing, testing, and pitching their innovative business ideas in a “Shark Tank” style presentation.

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For more information: www.futurereadyminds.com

 

Leadership (12-15yrs)

Our leadership camp is designed for teens wanting to develop their leadership abiilities! Participants will practice skills such as public speaking, communication, and teamwork through a combination of discussion-based activities, games, and presentations. This is the perfect stepping stone for teens interested in becoming a future SFU Camps Volunteer or Instructor.

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Pre-University (13-16yrs)

This camp will introduce campers to the dynamic life of an SFU student. Participants will learn some foundations of university-like courses, such as History, English, Medicine, and Social Sciences while also having the opportunity to explore SFU's range of facilities and services. Specific lessons and activities will vary week-to-week and are dependent on scheduling and availability of campus facilities.

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Science: Chemistry (6-12yrs)

Chemistry camp is a fantastic option for a young chemist. Campers will be introduced to various chemical concepts such as forensic science, states of matter, chemical kinetics and enzymatic activity. Lessons are taught through dynamic lessons, guided experiments, and hands-on demonstrations and will take place in a classroom and outside.

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Science: Engineering (6-12yrs)

Engineering camp will provide the building blocks for mini engineers. Campers will be introduced to various aspects of engineering through fun and interactive lessons, activities, and challenges. Campers will develop their own memorable projects that they can test and take home. This camp will take place in a classroom and outside.

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Science: Planet Earth (6-12yrs)

Planet Earth will provide a dynamic learning experience for mini Earth Scientists. Campers will be introduced to various topics such as Weather and Atmosphere, Natural Hazards, and Climate Change through hands-on demonstrations, arts and crafts, and creative challenges.
Lessons will take place in the classroom and outside.

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Science: STEM (6-12yrs)

STEM camp is a multi-disciplinary camp intended to introduce campers to the wonderful expansive world of STEM! Campers will explore concepts in the classroom and then have time to apply the knowledge in activities and challenges around campus. A great camp to 'spark' a camper's appreciation for STEM!

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SPORT CAMPS

Basketball Boys (5-13yrs)

Campers will be coached by SFU's Basketball Athletes and will learn and practice all aspects of basketball - team, individual, offensive, and defensive skills. Format includes skill stations, competitions, and games.

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Basketball Girls (5-13yrs)

Campers will be coached by SFU's Basketball Athletes and will learn and practice all aspects of basketball - team, individual, offensive, and defensive skills. Format includes skill stations, competitions, and games.

REGISTER 5-8YRS > | REGISTER 9-13YRS >

Field Lacrosse Boys Camp (10-17yrs)

Established in 1999, the SFU Field Lacrosse Camps offer an accelerated level of instruction for experienced and developing lacrosse players who want to take their game to the next level.
What's Included: 10 hours of on-field instruction (including position specific training) from college players/coaches, camp pinnie, chance to win team gear.

REGISTER 10-13YRS > | REGISTER 14-17YRS > 

Tennis (5-12yrs)

Tennis Camp aims to introduce elements of Tennis to children and youth and includes a variety of recreation-based activities and games. Campers will learn to serve and rally, practice on the court with their campmates. and explore other racket-based sports!

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Outdoor Sports (7-11yrs)

Outdoor Sports includes a variety of traditional and non-traditional sports. This can include soccer and ultimate frisbe; as well as other games, such as Everybody's It tag (a camp favourite) or Capture the Flag. The main goal of the camp is to expose campers to a range of sports and games and to grow an appreciation for physical activity, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

Note: This camp takes place outdoors and campers should come in closed toed shoes and be dressed for the weather.

REGISTER 7-8YRS > | REGISTER 9-11YRS >

Soccer Boys (5-13yrs)

Soccer camp is facilitated by the SFU Soccer team and includes coaching from team coahces, athletes, and alumuni players. Each day will be divided into technical and tactical skill development, team building, and World Cup games. Campers will be grouped by age and skill level. Note: This camp takes place outdoors and campers should come prepared in appropriate gear.

REGISTER 5-6YRS > | REGISTER 7-8YRS > | REGISTER 9-13YRS >

Soccer Girls (5-13yrs)

Soccer camp is facilitated by the SFU Soccer team and includes coaching from team coahces, athletes, and alumuni players. Each day will be divided into technical and tactical skill development, team building, and World Cup games. Campers will be grouped by age and skill level. Note: This camp takes place outdoors and campers should come prepared in appropriate gear.

REGISTER 5-6YRS > | REGISTER 7-9YRS > | REGISTER 10-12YRS >

Softball & Baseball Camp (7-12yrs)

The Softball and Baseball Skills Camp is intended to be an opportunity for all softball and baseball players to improve their skills in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment, while being coached by SFU coaches and players. This camp will focus on all areas of the game including hitting, throwing, fielding, and base running. We will incorporate many other activities that will make the day enjoyable and fun! If you want to come out for a fun filled week of baseball and softball this is the camp for you!

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Track & Field (7-13yrs)

This camp is facilitated by SFU's Track & Field team and campers will learn about a variety of events from varsity coaches and athletes. Campers will learn about running, jumping, and throwing and will have the oportunity to experience a mini-meet on the last day of the week!

REGISTER 7-9YRS > | REGISTER 10-13YRS >

Volleyball (11-14yrs)

Campers will receive coaching from SFU's Volleyball athletes and will be able to develop their skills and knowledge about the game of volleyball in a fun and structured environment. Campers will be divided based on skill levels and experience.

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PRE AND POST CAMP CARE

Pre Care

Pre Camp Care is an additional servce available at the Burnaby Campus for caregivers who require an earlier drop-off. Campers will enjoy recreational games, sports, and crafts while making friends from variety of other camps.

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Post Care

Post Camp Care is a wonderful additional service available at the Burnaby Campus for parents or guardians who require a later pick-up. Campers enjoy recreational games, sports, and crafts while making friends from a variety of other camps. Post Camp Care runs until 5:30pm.

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Post Care with Climbing (8-15yrs)

Post Care with Climbing is an additional service available at the Burnaby Campus for parents that require a later pick-up. This option includes CLIMBING as part of the post-camp care experience, in addition to enjoying recreational games, sports, and crafts.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Climbing will end at 5:00pm, however Post-Camp Care supervision will be provided until 5:30pm.

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CLINICS & ID CAMPS

Basketball Boys Futures Camp (15-18yrs)

High Level Elite Camp for serious players entering Grade 10, 11 & 12 only.
Join SFU Men’s Basketball Coaching staff for 3-days of SKILL-FOCUSED BASKETBALL INSTRUCTION.

FUTURES CAMP attendees will Receive:

  • Reversible SFU Jersey
  • Instructional Setting to ask questions on post-secondary
  • SFU Notebook
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    Basketball Boys Skills Camps (12-18yrs)

    Skills Academy

    Teaching Point Guard play, Wing play, inside moves, getting open & transition play.
    Note: Campers are expected to bring their own ball.

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    Shooting Camp 

    Fundamental shooting camp that progresses to individual, off-season workouts and competitive shooting drills used by th SFU Men's Basketball team.
    Note: Campers are asked to bring a cell phone or digital camera later in the week to record and self-analyze their own shot mechanics. 

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    Basketball Girls Elite Camp (15-18yrs)

    This camp is ideal for competitive players who see themselves potentially playing at the university level. Our goal is to provide a window to see and feel what it is like to play at a post-secondary institution. The camp will be run by Coach Langford with the help of his staff and the team.
    This camp will focus on university level skill development and will push players in the hope of giving them an understanding of what a serious commitment to basketball entails for playing at the next level.

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    Soccer ID Camp Men's 

    The SFU men's soccer Identification Camp is designed to provide players (ages 16+ yrs) an opportunity to showcase themselves by going through a variety of technical exercises, small-sided and full-sided games. Don’t miss out on this unique experience to interact and be coached by the SFU Men’s Soccer varsity staff.

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    Soccer ID Camp Women's (15-17yrs)

    The SFU Women’s Soccer ID camp is offered to female soccer players born in 2006-2008. This is a unique opportunity for players to showcase themselves in a competitive training environment.
    “Our goal is to give players the platform to demonstrate their abilities to play at the collegiate level.”
    The camp also provides goalkeeper-specific training at every session.

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    Softball Prospects Camp (16U & 18U)

    Prospects Camp 

    Swill consist of individual skill improvement and game-like play in a competitive environment for high-level softball athletes. This camp is for high school athletes who are interested in playing post-secondary softball, giving them the chance to interact with other like-minded softball players and SFU staff.

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    Pitchers & Catchers Camp 

    *Pitchers will need to provide their own catcher. Catchers who are signed up for the catchers portion of camp will not be available for pitchers.
    **Players must sign up for the Prospects Camp separately if they wish to attend both sessions.

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    Volleyball - Advanced Skills (Gr. 9-12)

    The Advanced Skills Camp is for any high school athletes interested in playing post-secondary volleyball at a college or university. Sessions will be lead by Head SFU Volleyball Coach, Gina Schmidt, and her staff. This camp is designed to improve individual skills, which includes some position specific training, as well as the player’s overall understanding of game tactics and strategy. T-shirt included.

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    Volleyball - Position Specific (12-17yrs)

    The Position Specific Training camps are for everyone in grades 7-12. Sessions will be led by SFU Head Coach, Gina Schmidt, and will focus on improving the techniques specific to certain positions. Limited spots will be available on a first-come/first-serve basis.

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    (778) 782-4965

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