Day Camp
Information
Clubhouse Day Camp is a great way for your children to stay active and have fun. Children will participate in active games, art and craft activities, and of course swim every day!
Things you Need to Know… Clubhouse Camp
Clubhouse Camp is an exciting adventure! Day campers are grouped according to their age and campers will take part in personal choices, group activities and special theme programs. All activities emphasize fun, challenge, creativity, imagination and cooperation.
Clubhouse Staff
Camp staff are carefully selected based on their display of enthusiasm, leadership skills and judgement. All Camp Staff attend pre-camp training sessions, are certified in Standard First Aid, CPR, Automatic External Defibrillation, and HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development.
Camper Drop-Off
Children should be dropped off at the Essex Recreation Complex/Essex Community Centre gym lobby. In order to ensure maximum safety, sign-in sheets will be provided and it is important that parents or guardians ensure campers are signed in each day. The gym is a camper only zone; parents are to remain in the lobby.
Release of Camper Policy
Children should be dropped off and picked up in the lobby area. Sign-out sheets will be provided and the Camp Coordinator must receive written consent from parents/guardians should a child need to be released into the care of an adult other than the parent/caregiver. Parents/guardians picking up children must present valid photo identification to the camp staff prior to a child being released into their care. Please ensure campers are signed out each day.
What to Bring
Campers should bring the following with them every day: swimsuit and towel, water bottle, weather appropriate clothing and hat, sunscreen, running shoes, bagged lunch with two snacks and a drink.
Weather
The sun doesn’t have to be shining to have a good time at camp! All Camp programs will continue during inclement weather. Please dress your child appropriately.
Medical Information
Health and safety are the Town’s top priorities. Please ensure your child’s information is accurate by completing the online ePACT registration from, and upload a small picture of your child. Medication must be prescribed by a physician, stored in original containers only and will be kept in a locked box. If your child develops a communicable disease during Camp (e.g. pink eye), we ask that you inform staff immediately. This will allow the Town to inform other participants and allow them to take the necessary precautions.
Regular Hours
Regular Camp day is from 7:30am–6:00pm.
Early Drop-Off and Late Pick-Up
Early drop-off and late pick-up are now included in the regular camp hours. Parents may drop-off and pick-up any time between 7:30am and 6:00pm.
Field Trips
Exciting trips are planned every week for an additional $25 (optional). Sign up at the front desk by 4:30pm on the day before the field trip to ensure your child has a place on the bus. Trips may be subject to change. Regular camp schedule will continue for those who stay back at camp.
Discounts Available
Multiple child discounts are available on full week registrations. 5% discount for two, or 10% discount with three or more family members registering. Financial Assistance is available for those who qualify.
Withdrawal
Please refer to our Transfer and Refund Policy for information on withdrawals, transfers and refunds.
Course Cancellation
The Town of Essex reserves the right to cancel programs if there is insufficient enrollment in a program. Every effort will be given to accommodate registrants in their respective session. If a registrant cannot be accommodated, a full refund will be given.
Register at essexconnect.ca
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