activeOshawa 2023 Summer Camps

Registration Information

How to register

Registration dates

Spring General Programs and Summer Camps

Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 9 a.m.

Spring Swimming Lessons

Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 9 a.m.

Summer General Programs

Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 9 a.m.

Summer Swimming Lessons

Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 9 a.m.

Spring Summer program dates

Spring programs are available from:

• March to June

Summer programs are available from:

• July to September

Online registration

The easiest way to register!

Visit Register.Oshawa.ca to log in to your account and register for recreation programs online.

New users can create an account by visiting Register.oshawa.ca and selecting the New Account tab. Account activation is immediate.

In-person registration

In-person registration will be available at the Civic Recreation Complex, Delpark Homes Centre, Donevan Recreation Complex and South Oshawa Community Centre.

Visit a recreation facility with your registration form.

Payments with cash, debit, credit card or cheque payable to the City of Oshawa are accepted.

To view recreation facility hours for in-person registration, see page 9.

2023 Fall / 2024 Winter Program Registration

August

16

August

activeOshawa Fall Winter Guide available at Oshawa.ca/activeOshawa

Registration for fall general programs and Holiday Camps begins

August

23 24

November

Registration for fall swimming lessons begins

22 23

Registration for winter general programs and March Break Camps begins

November

Registration for winter swimming lessons begins

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Thank you to our facility partners

Delpark Homes Centre - Arena Pad #3

Delpark Homes Centre

Donevan Recreation Complex - Arena

Thank you to our event sponsors

Atria Development

Bell

Billyard Insurance Group

Cashew & Clive

Coca Cola

Durham Radio

Gervais Party Rentals

Harmony Hill Retirement Community

HOPA Ports

Tribute Communities Centre

Jubilee Pavilion

Oshawa This Week/Durhamregion.com

Ontario Motor Sales

Ontario Power Generation

Swish

TD Bank

Tim Hortons

Vandermeer Nursery

Tribute Communities

The City of Oshawa’s community partnerships program offers many unique and highly visible sponsorship and advertising opportunities across the City’s network of awardwinning facilities, special events and community programs.

To find out more on how your business can participate, contact our Community Partnerships Manager at MHollett@oshawa.ca or at 905-436-3311 ext. 2678

Recreation Facilities

Arts Resource Centre

45 Queen Street (Behind City Hall), L1H 3Z3

Tel: 905-436-5654 Fax: 905-436-5609

Facility Hours (during program sessions)

Monday - Wednesday: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Thursday, Friday and Sunday: closed

Please note: The Arts Resource Centre facility hours may change as operational needs require. Call ahead to confirm facility hours.

Facility Amenities

• Art studios

•Auditorium/theatre

•Meeting room

Delpark Homes Centre

1661 Harmony Road North, L1K OZ8

Tel: 905-436-5455 Fax: 905-436-5457

Spring Facility Hours (effective until July 2)

Monday - Friday: 6:00am - 10:00pm

Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am - 9:00pm

Summer Facility Hours

(effective July 3 to September 3)

Monday - Friday: 6:00am - 9:00pm

Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am - 8:00pm

Facility Amenities

•Leisure pool

•Water slide & lazy river

•Hot tub & sauna

•Fitness centre

•Aerobics/Dance studio

•Indoor walking track

•Gymnasium

Civic Recreation Complex

99 Thornton Road South, L1J 5Y1

Tel: 905-436-5454 Fax: 905-436-5470

Spring Facility Hours (effective until July 2)

Monday - Friday: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Summer Facility Hours

(effective July 3 to September 4)

Monday - Friday: 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Facility Amenities

• Fieldhouse

•Outdoor fields & stadium

•Outdoor 400m track

•Indoor 225m track

•Tennis & squash courts

•Fitness centre & studio

•Lane pool, tot pool & sauna

•Meeting rooms

•Rec Room

Donevan Recreation Complex

171 Harmony Road South, L1H 6T4

Tel: 905-725-3536 Fax: 905-725-3086

Spring Registration Hours (effective until June 30)

Monday - Thursday: 8:30a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday: closed

•4 NHL-sized ice pads

•Splash pad

•Meeting rooms

•Oshawa Public Library

•Oshawa Senior Community Centre

•Cashew & Clive Concessions

•Hemy Hockey Proshop

South Oshawa Community Centre

1455 Cedar Street, L1J 0A8

Tel: 905-436-5474 Fax: 905-436-5475

Spring & Summer Facility Hours

Monday - Sunday: 8:30am - 9:00pm

Facility Amenities

•Leisure pool & waterslide

•Hot tub & sauna

•Gymnasium

•Fitness centre & studio

•Meeting rooms

•Teaching kitchen

•Youth Room

Summer Registration Hours (effective July 3 to September 17)

Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday: closed

Facility Amenities

•Pool & sauna

•Arena sponsored by Midway alNissan

•Aerobics/Dance studio

•Meeting rooms

•Skateboard park

Facility hours may change at any time, including on holidays, during special events or as a result of temporary closures. For the most up to date facility hours visit Facilities.Oshawa.ca.

Children 6

Camp Registration Information

Complete your registration online at Register.Oshawa.ca

Age Requirements

Each camp program has specific age requirements. Campers must be the required age before the start of camp.

Toileting

Campers must be fully toilet-trained to attend all programs.

Financial Assistance

Assistance programs are available to Oshawa residents wishing to access summer camps. These include the Durham Region Social Services Certificate Program, Canadian Tire Jumpstart and the Recreation Fee Assistance Program. Programs that are offered in partnership with community organizations or businesses do not qualify for fee assistance. Programs identified with qualify for assistance. Verify your eligibility by contacting a Supervisor at a recreation facility.

Cancellations & Waitlists

Register early to help ensure you get your first choice of camps. Camps may be cancelled due to low registration, or circumstances beyond our control. If a camp is cancelled, you will be contacted by staff to help choose a different camp (where space is available). If we cannot register you for another camp a full refund will be provided.

If your preferred camp is full, we recommend being placed on the waitlist. If a space becomes available campers will be contacted in order of being placed on the waitlist and offered the available space. There is no charge for being added to the waitlist. If you are already registered in a camp and wish to transfer to the now available waitlisted camp you may do so for no additional charge.

Extended Supervision

Extended supervision is available before and after camp programs for an additional fee at most camp locations. EX

Lunches & Snacks

Campers are required to bring their own litterless lunch, snacks and extra drinks. Peanuts, peanut butter, tree nuts and all food containing nut by-products are not permitted at camp.

The Camp Lunch Program is available for an additional fee at most camps. To see lunch options or to place your order, complete our Camp Lunch Order Form at Oshawa.ca/SummerCamps.

Parent Communication

Parents will be contacted by either phone or email prior to their camper’s week at camp.

Camp Forms

Parents/guardians must complete all forms online the Thursday before camp starts. The Emergency Contact and Consent Form is a mandatory form for all campers. View camp forms at Oshawa.ca/SummerCamps.

If forms are not submitted online the Thursday before camp starts, staff will not receive them in time. If staff do not receive the required forms before the first day of camp, the camper will not be able to attend camp on the first day. In this situation, campers can attend camp the following day after staff receive the completed forms.

Stay informed. Double check your contact information (phone number and email address) and ensure it is up-to-date.

and Over Camps

Camps

What To Bring To Camp

Please send your child to camp with the following:

 A refillable water bottle

 A peanut-free lunch and snacks

 Extra clothing

 Swimsuit and towel

The City is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen items.

Inclement Weather & Heat Alerts

Camps will continue during inclement weather and heat alerts; however activities may be modified to low-energy and additional water breaks added when necessary. Please dress your camper appropriately for the weather.

Playground Programs may be cancelled during inclement weather.

Photo Policy

Photos and videos are not permitted during camp programs, other than specific cases where performances have been identified (e.g. Dance Camp). Photos may be taken by the City of Oshawa for promotional purposes. In this case, all parents/ guardians will be notified and required to give signed permission.

Statutory Holiday

Camps are not offered on July 3 (Canada Day observed) and August 7 (Civic Holiday).

Pick-up & Drop-off

ID REQUIRED

In order to ensure campers safety, parents/ guardians are required to sign-in and sign-out campers each day. Government issued photo identification must be presented at the time of pick-up for campers to be released. Please ensure that all individuals permitted to pick up your campers are included on Emergency Contact and Consent Form. Individuals who are not included on the consent form will not be permitted to sign your camper out.

Camper Responsibilities

All campers and staff are expected to do their part by showing respect for all people and property while attending City of Oshawa camps. Please report any incidents and concerns to staff.

Coarse language, bullying, non-compliance, aggressive or inappropriate behaviour are not permitted at camp. These behaviours will be documented, reported and could result in the removal of a participant from camp.

Camp Recreational Swim Requirements

6 years and younger

• Campers are required to wear a lifejacket and be within arms’ reach of a supervising guardian at all times

Age 7 to 9 years = Yellow wristband

• May attempt a facility swim test to obtain a green wristband. If successful, camper does not need to be within arm’s reach. If the swim test is unsuccessful or not attempted, the child must remain within arms reach of a supervising guardian at all times

Age 7 years and older = Green wristband

•May swim unaccompanied

•Campers 7 to 9 years may obtain a swim test card upon successful completion of the swim test

In order to comply with swimming regulations, campers may be asked to wear a City provided flotation device (PFD - lifejacket) to participate in the swim.

What’s the Swim Test?

Children must be able to swim 25 metres of the pool independently on their front maintaining a horizontal body position at all times. Children must be able to swim with their face in the water and take breaths without stopping or touching the bottom of the pool. Front Crawl is encouraged.

Beat the line, come to a leisure swim and try your swim test before camp begins.

Children 6 and Over Camps

Camp Information Legend

$ Photos permitted Financial assistance available

EX Extended supervision

Recreational swim

HC

$ i

Inclusion Services Support available

Optional lunch program

Peanut and nut by-products are not permitted

Inclusive Camps

Adaptive Camp

Ages 14 to 19 years

A week of camp designed for those 14 years of age and older with physical and or developmental needs including autism. Participants must be able to:

• complete activities of daily living independently or with minimal verbal prompts

• transition between activities and locations with ease

• participate safely with an instructor to participant ratio of 1:3

Campers will have opportunities to participate in a wide range of activities that will be adapted to their abilities and interests in a sensory friendly environment. Campers will swim daily.

$ i

Children's Arena

Creative Kids Nature Camp

Ages 7 to 13 years

Campers will explore their creativity in the outdoors. This camp offers an outdoor environment to create arts and crafts, learn about nature, take daily nature walks, and participate in a variety of camp games and activities. Lunch and snacks will be indoors.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

$ i

Lifesaving Society Swim to Survive program

Splashpad - campers may visit

Children's Arena Camps: 4 days* = $156 per week 5 days = $195 per week Camps

1 Hour Extended Supervision: 4 days* = $9.60 per session 5 days = $12 per session

Civic Recreation Complex

99 Thornton Road South, 905-436-5454

Little Sportsters Camp

Ages 4 to 6 years

These full day camps for 4 to 6 year olds are full of games, songs, crafts and sports. While the focus is on fun, children are developing social, fine and gross motor skills, all making for a great first camp experience.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Sport and Swim Camp

Ages 7 to 13 years

Cheerleading Camp

Ages 8 to 14 years

This exciting camp will teach participants the fundamentals of cheerleading and explore the world of basic cheer stunts! No previous cheerleading experience required. Campers may participate in a fun swim as well as group activities and crafts.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $ i EX

Yoga and Wellness Camp

Ages 8 to 14 years

Campers will participate in a variety of basic sports drills, skills and small-sided games. Campers will also participate in camp games, crafts and a daily Swim to Survive session taught by certified instructors.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

$ i EX $ i EX

Sport Specific Training Camp

Ages 8 to 14 years

Campers will work on basic skill development, drills and overall training in soccer, baseball, racquet sports, cricket, and lacrosse. Each week will focus on the specific sport identified. Children may participate in swim times, crafts, and other group activities.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $ i EX

Your child will experience the relaxation of daily Yoga along with other wellness experiences both indoors and outdoors. They will also take part in theme based activities, crafts and games.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $ i EX

Sport Specific Training Camp Focus Sports:

Date Sport

July 4-7

July 10-14

July 17-21

Baseball

Soccer

Lacrosse

July 24-28 Racquet Sports

Jul 31-Aug 4 Baseball

Aug 8-Aug 11 Soccer

Aug 14-18 Cricket

Aug 21-25 Racquet Sports

Aug 28- Sept 1 Baseball

Children 6 and Over Camps

Civic Recreation Complex Camps: 4 days* = $156 per week 5 days = $195 per week

1 Hour Extended Supervision: 4 days* = $9.60 per session 5 days = $12 per session

Delpark Homes Centre

1661 Harmony Road North, 905-436-5455

Little Legends Camp

Ages 4 to 6 years

Younger campers will enjoy a full week of action packed fun including active and passive games, sports and arts and crafts. This camp will visit the on-site splash pad daily. An optional lunch is provided by Cashew & Clive for an additional fee.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Hockey Camp (House League)

Ages 7 to 13 years

Offers hockey players (boys & girls) an opportunity to practice and improve their hockey skills while enjoying a camp-like atmosphere. Campers will be on-ice for up to 2 hours per day and participate in other fun activities, including swimming, sports and other active games. Full hockey equipment is required including a CSA approved hockey helmet with full face mask and a neck guard. An optional lunch is provided by Cashew & Clive for an additional fee.

8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Ages 7 to 13 years

During this action-packed week of camp, campers will enjoy a variety of organized activities, including active and passive games, sports, arts and crafts, and recreational swimming. An optional lunch is provided by Cashew & Clive for an additional fee.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

$ i EX

First day time saver... Save time, download and print the paperwork in advance at :

Oshawa.ca/Summercamps

Legendary Day Camp

Camps

Athletic Adventures Camp

Ages 8 to 14 years

This camp is designed for campers who are ready to challenge themselves and try something new. Campers will start their day at the Delpark Homes Centre. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, campers will board a bus and visit some exciting locations. Some of the trips may include high/low rope courses, mountain biking, cave exploring, rock wall climbing and trampoline. Monday and Friday will be spent at Delpark learning and practicing skills in a variety of sports, swimming and skating. An optional lunch is provided by Cashew & Clive on Monday and Friday for an additional fee.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. i EX

Daytrippers Day Camp

Ages 8 to 14 years

Campers will start their daily adventures from Delpark Homes Centre. Mondays and Fridays will be spent at Delpark Homes Centre participating in recreational swimming, camp activities and skating. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, campers will board a bus and visit some exciting locations. Some of these trips may include the Toronto Zoo, Black Creek Pioneer Village, Ontario Science Centre, Cedar Park Resort and more! An optional lunch is provided by Cashew & Clive on Monday and Wednesday for an additional fee.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. i Delpark

Homes Centre Speciality Camps: 4 days* = $276 per week 5 days = $345 per week

Delpark Homes Centre Camp $13 Lunches Provided

by Cashew & Clive

For an additional $13, a lunch program is available to Delpark Homes Centre campers daily. To see lunch options or to place your order, complete our Camp Lunch Order Form at Oshawa.ca/SummerCamps

Donevan Recreation Complex

171 Harmony Road South, 905-725-3536

Little Dancers Camp

Ages 4 to 6 years

Campers will learn different genres of dance, and will perform a dance routine to a latest hit song. Activities will also include creative crafts, indoor/ outdoor games and songs. A short performance for family and friends will be held on Friday at 4:00pm.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $ i EX

Scooter Camp

Ages 7 to 13 years

Beginners will learn stance, balance, proper pushing, push and ride, push and turn and safety. More experienced scooter riders will focus on proper drop-in on quarter, proper pumping on transitions, standing and moving, tail whips and grinds. Campers must provide their own scooter, a bicycle or skateboard helmet, elbow and knee pads. Campers will use the shared skateboard park in the morning and only in the afternoon if not too busy. Additional daily activities include games and sports.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $ i EX

Youth Leadership Programs

Donevan Recreation Complex, 905-725-3536

Leader-in-Training

Ages 12 to 14 years

Gain a variety of leadership skills in a fun and exciting recreation environment. Skills include program planning, child/group management, leadership techniques, games/activities, and planning and communication skills. The course consists of in-class theory and lessons, as well as a chance to use skills learned in a camp atmosphere.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $ i

Dance Camp

Ages 7 to 13 years

During this fun-filled week of camp, campers will learn different genres of dance. Campers will participate daily in crafts, active and quiet games and songs. A short performance for family and friends will be held on Friday at 4:00pm.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Skateboard Camp

Ages 7 to 13 years

Beginners will learn stance, balance, proper pushing, push and ride, push and turn and safety. More experienced skateboarders will focus on proper drop-in on quarter, kick-turns, proper pumping on transitions, mastering ollies, standing and moving, and grinds. Campers are to provide their own skateboards and protective gear. Skateboard helmet, wrist guards, knee and elbow pads are mandatory. Campers will use the shared skateboard park in the morning and only in the afternoon if the park is not too busy. Additional daily activities include games and sports.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $ i EX

Counsellor-In-Training

Ages 14 to 16 years

Gain leadership skills in a fun and exciting recreation environment. Skills include program planning, child/ group management, leadership techniques, games/ activities, planning and communication skills. Youth will learn how to prepare a resume, participate in an interview, and will be certified in Standard First Aid & CPR-C. The course consists of one week of in-class theory and two weeks of hands-on experience at camp locations throughout the City of Oshawa. Transportation to and from the program and placement sites is the responsibility of the participant.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $ i

Camps

Donevan Recreation Complex Camps: 4 days* = $156 per week 5 days = $195 per week

*Jul

Donevan Recreation Complex Youth Leadership programs

1 Hour Extended Supervision: 4 days* = $9.60 per session 5 days = $12 per session

Fire Station #5

1550 Harmony Road North, 905-436-5455

Jr. Firefighter Camp

Ages 10 to 12 years

In partnership with Oshawa Fire, campers will learn about fire prevention, what to do in a fire emergency as well as fire fighter basics such as using a fire hose and fire extinguisher. Campers will also participate in camp games, activities and enjoy recreational swimming at Delpark Homes Centre throughout the week. Space is limited to one week per child.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $ i EX

Fire Station #5 Camps: 4 days* = $156 per week 5 days = $195 per week

South Oshawa Community Centre

1455 Cedar Street, 905-436-5474

Lil Tykes Camp

Ages 4 to 6 years

This camp focuses on fun while developing social, fine and gross motor skills. Campers will participate in games, crafts and sport drills.

9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Sport and Swim Camp

Ages 7 to 13 years

Campers will participate in a variety of basic sports drills, skills and small-sided games. Campers will also participate in camp games, crafts and a daily Swim to Survive session taught by certified instructors.

South Oshawa Community Centre Camps: 4 days* = $156 per week 5 days = $195 per week

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1 Hour Extended Supervision: 4 days* = $9.60 per session 5 days = $12 per session

Requesting Inclusion Support for Summer Camps Register for your Summer Camp of choice and the Inclusion course ID for your week of camp:

The Inclusion Coordinator will confirm if the request for inclusion support has been fulfilled. For further inclusion information, please email recinclusionservices@oshawa.ca.

For event details see oshawa.ca/events