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Types of March break and summer camps in Delta

March break and summer camps in Delta are either traditional or specialized. Traditional camps offer a fun, varied experience that introduces kids to a wide variety of activities. Below, links go to our advanced search. Lists there offer camps focused on that activity at the top, while below those, you’ll find camps offering that activity.

Camps just outside of Delta

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The benefits of camp at a glance

Attending camp is a great way for kids and teens to recognize their potential and experience personal growth. Here are some benefits of sending your child to camp this season:

Learn about difference and diversity. At camp, your child meets kids from across the city, far beyond their neighbourhood. They become friends with children of different cultures, ethnicities, orientations, and abilities, and gain a better understanding of the diversity of their city and world.  They learn to appreciate a broader spectrum of people, and become supportive allies. The diverse environment of camp increases children’s comfort with themselves, as they discover more in common with others.

Continued education. Camps give kids academic stimulation outside of school. Fun activities, projects, and games offer kids and teens unique challenges that enhance problem solving, logical reasoning, and critical thinking skills. Delta summer camps give kids mental stimulation away from school. 

Build healthy routines. Summer camps and March break camps give kids and teens a structured schedule. They learn new lessons in time management and building a healthy routine. Camp time is typically divided between play, meals, and rest. Children are able to apply this routine in their own lives, as they divide their time between school work, chores, meals, and other activities. Camp also introduces new hobbies and activities that kids might incorporate into their lives. This could include something simple like drawing, or more advanced like cooking. Camp rejuvenates children’s ideas about routine and encourages them to take control of balancing their lives.

Find a sense of accomplishment. At camp, kids are encouraged to set goals and meet each one, feeling productive and confident. This helps improve children’s self-esteem, and teaches them responsibility and independence. It provides them with validation.

Selecting the Best Camp For Your Child

Delta, BC summer camps and year round camps have much to offer youth. When choosing among options, you’ll need to consider basic type differences like day and overnight. Delta day camps feature exciting activities like mountain biking, archery, and rock climbing. Camps satisfy a thirst for adventure, and introduce kids to independent work. Introverted kids benefit from day camps’ challenge to grow social skills while granting them solitude later. 

In your research, you’ll find camps for all ages. While some camps are available for strict age ranges, others combine kids and teens. Younger campers participate in beginner lessons that feature small games and activities with maximum supervision and larger camper-to-leader ratios. Older campers typically learn more advanced skills, approach challenges independently and even assume leadership roles. 

Questions to ask camps

Of course you’ll consider age range, price, location, and accommodations, but make a detailed wishlist with each element clearly defined. Be sure to ask questions. Contact camps linked to above, armed with questions like the following:

• What specific activities are available at this camp? How are schedules divided? 
• What is the capacity for this camp? When does enrollment finish?
• How many camp leaders are employed for camp? Are police checks conducted prior to camp? Are leaders certified in First Aid, CPR, or lifeguard training?
• Do camp leaders have training in all activities at camp?
• Can you provide an example of how you have dealt with bad behaviour at camp? 
• What safety precautions do you have in place in the case of an injury or other emergency?
• Is before and after care provided at this camp? 
• Does this camp offer support for children with needs? What needs can you accommodate? Are leaders trained for this prior to camp?
• Can you provide testimonials from previous families?
• What equipment is provided for? What must families bring?

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Delta BC Camps are there?
There are 1 Delta BC Camps that are Our Kids trusted members. In addition, there are 1 options that bus from the area. Use the filters to narrow options by age or type, then click on each organization to read reviews, browse program schedules, and access registration details.

What are the fees to attend Delta BC Camps?
Fees for Delta BC Camps range from $199 to $783 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.

What age do Delta BC Camps start at?
There are programs available for children aged 2 through 18.