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We can help keep your kids active and moving!
Looking for exciting ways to keep your kids active this year? Vikes camps offer everything from high performance sport camps, to sport development, climbing, outdoor, and non-competitive recreational camps.
Vikes Athletics and Recreation offers youth camps for children ages 5 to 17 years old. In addition to our popular summer camp program, we have expanded to include camps over winter break, spring break and pro-d days. Using both indoor and outdoor recreation facilities and fields on the University of Victoria campus, our experienced Vikes camp leaders will guide campers through a variety of games and activities. Campers will develop new skills, meet new friends, explore creativity, and experience exciting activities in a fun, safe and positive environment.
Throughout the year we have a number of different camps: seasonal camps (spring, summer, winter) over the school holidays.
YOUTH WELCOME
Spend your Pro-D-Day with the Vikes! Fantastic Vikes camp leaders are back to plan a day filled with games, sports, crafts and more! Campers will also get some time on CARSA's climbing wall on both the bouldering wall and climbing tower.
Requirements: Children 5 years of age must currently be attending kindergarten
Class level: All welcome.
Youth welcome: 5-12 years
Equipment: Necessary equipment is provided.
Location: McKinnon Dance Studio, CARSA Climbing Centre, McKinnon Gym
Dates: September 1 – July 1
Program intervals: Runs time(s) for 7hrs each
Time: -- Select day -- at 9:00AM–4:00PM
YOUTH WELCOME ACCESSIBLE
Design thinking, technology literacy, innovation and making observations are important skills that young leaders will engage in. Activities and play-based hands-on learning will focus on: S.T.E.A.M - Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math!
Class level: All welcome. Beginner friendly 😊.
Youth welcome: 6-8 years
Equipment: Necessary equipment is provided.
Location: CARSA Lobby & UVic Classrooms
Dates: March 24 – March 28
Program intervals: Runs 1 time(s) for 1 week each
Time: Monday at 9:00AM–3:00PM
NEW YOUTH WELCOME
Ready to make a splash and master the art of kayaking? Whether you’re new to paddling or looking to sharpen your skills, this camp is designed for adventurers of all levels!
What to expect:
Class level: All welcome. Beginner friendly 😊.
Youth welcome: 8-13 years
Equipment: Necessary equipment is provided.
Location: Various locations including campus, lakes, oceans nearby
Dates: March 17 – March 21
Program intervals: Runs 1 time(s) for 1 week each
Time: Monday at 9:00AM–3:00PM • Tuesday at 9:00AM–3:00PM • Wednesday at 9:00AM–3:00PM • Thursday at 9:00AM–3:00PM • Friday at 9:00AM–3:00PM
NEW YOUTH WELCOME
This camp is perfect for those who’ve completed the Introduction to Kayaking Camp and are ready for bigger challenges and greater adventures. Build on your foundational skills while gaining confidence in advanced techniques and exploring breathtaking new waterways.
What to expect:
What’s included:
Class level: -- Select level --.
Youth welcome: 8-13 years
Equipment: Necessary equipment is provided.
Location: Various locations including campus, nearby oceans and lakes
Dates: March 17 – March 21
Program intervals: Runs 1 time(s) for 1 week each
Time: Monday at 9:00AM–3:00PM • Tuesday at 9:00AM–3:00PM • Wednesday at 9:00AM–3:00PM • Thursday at 9:00AM–3:00PM • Friday at 9:00AM–3:00PM
YOUTH WELCOME ACCESSIBLE
Gain confidence to express your big ideas! 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 improve their confidence. Ted - Style Public Speaking is for children aged 9-12 years to learn different techniques and tools to develop and present their very own Ted-style talk.
Class level: All welcome. Beginner friendly 😊.
Youth welcome: 9-12 years
Equipment: Necessary equipment is provided.
Location: CARSA Lobby & UVic Classrooms
Dates: March 17 – March 22
Program intervals: Runs 1 time(s) for 1 week each
Time: Monday at 9:00AM–3:00PM
Presented by Dairyland
Supported by Thrifty Foods
Supported by Hot House Pizza
Questions about camps and camp programs at Vikes Recreation?
Email: vikecamp@uvic.ca
Camps take place throughout our indoor and outdoor facilities. Check program detail for exact locations. View map.
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