Top Camps that foster independence for 2026/2027

Camps that help kids grow in independence (75 results)

	Camp	Cost	Ages	Activities
FEATURED Education Academics/Tutoring Power of Words Academy Grade 1 Enrichment Reading Comprehension, Phonics and Early Writing Sep 30, 2026 - Jun 22, 2027 Program Throughout Ontario (4) Age 5 to 6 (Coed) TorontoMidtown, North-YorkMidtownNorth-YorkMarkhamMississaugaOntario Building strong reading & writing foundations with tailored instruction and progress assessments. Visit website View program	Power of Words Academy	1800	5-6	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,159,177,196,2,32,79,270,271,19,181,programclass,coed,	,Technology,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Language Instruction,Reading,Test Preparation,Writing,Education (multi),Education,
FEATURED Languages Brain Power Enrichment Programs Senior 3 - English Language Arts Sep 17, 2026 - Jun 24, 2027 Program Vaughan, ON Age 16 to 18 (Coed) VaughanOntario Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website View program	Brain Power Enrichment Programs	3995	16-18	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,196,2,32,79,270,19,programclass,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Language Instruction,Reading,Writing,Education,
FEATURED Traditional Camp Muskoka Camp Muskoka Overnight Summer Camp Jul 04 - Aug 28, 2027 Overnight Bracebridge, ON Age 6 to 16 (Coed) BracebridgeOntario We believe the camp experience starts with a shared community, helping campers develop new skills and build confidence. Visit website View program	Camp Muskoka	1695	6-16	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,298,81,154,5,22,371,258,165,374,175,37,38,339,176,286,150,59,288,10,9,173,123,161,1,8,3,224,12,347,327,323,223,54,63,21,36,346,251,28,30,125,221,16,322,25,31,381,56,225,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Wilderness Skills,Ballet,Dance (multi),Contemporary,Hip Hop,Jazz,Lyrical,Guitar,Music (multi),Music Recording,Percussion,Piano,String,Vocal Training / Singing,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Yoga,Archery,Badminton ,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Soccer,Volleyball,Cycling,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Football,Hiking,Horseback Riding/Equestrian,Paintball,Rock Climbing,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Zip Line,Traditional (multi activity) ,
FEATURED Basketball Elite Basketball Camps Fall Weekly Basketball Lessons - Youth Ages 6-7 Sep 14 - Dec 05, 2026 Program North-York, Toronto Age 6 to 7 (Coed) TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkOntario Rep teams don't have the time to work on individual skills. Give your athlete the edge with weekly lessons training. Visit website View program	Elite Basketball Camps	475	6-7	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,12,3,347,programclass,coed,	,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Sports,
FEATURED Credit Courses Lakefield College School Camps Grade 10 Civics and Career Studies (CHV2O / GLC2O) Jul 05 - Jul 30, 2027 Virtual Online Age 14 to 16 (Coed) Online Explore how to be an active citizen and develop career-planning skills, earning a credit from your home! Visit website View program	Lakefield College School Camps	1795	14-16	2027-07-01	,20,2,virtualprogram,coed,	,Credit Courses,Education,
FEATURED Academics/Tutoring Empower Learning Centre Pre-K Headstart Learning Program Sep 22, 2025 - Dec 31, 2026 Program Mississauga, ON Age 3 to 4 (Coed) MississaugaOntario Ease kindergarten worries: Our tailored Head Start Program helps transition smoothly! Visit website View program	Empower Learning Centre	56	3-4	2025-09-012025-10-012025-11-012025-12-012026-01-012026-02-012026-03-012026-04-012026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,10,5,9,123,196,2,32,195,129,270,357,50,267,317,7,19,programclass,coed,	,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Painting,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Instructor lead (one on one),Math,Reading,Animals,Science (multi),Safari,Space,Zoology,Writing,Education,
FEATURED Basketball Elite Basketball Camps Fall Weekly Basketball Lessons - Youth Ages 12-13 Sep 16 - Dec 05, 2026 Program North-York, Toronto Age 8 to 13 (Coed) TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkOntario Weekly lessons are designed to develop athletes' skills through progression-based skills and drills. Visit website View program	Elite Basketball Camps	475	8-13	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,12,3,347,programclass,coed,	,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Sports,
FEATURED Academics/Tutoring Academics (1:1) Empower Learning Centre Academic Support Program - Math Sep 22, 2025 - Dec 28, 2026 Program Mississauga, ON Age 5 to 18+ (Coed) MississaugaOntario Interactive math program that strengthens problem-solving, logic, and numeracy skills for academic success and beyond Visit website View program	Empower Learning Centre	40	5-19	2025-09-012025-10-012025-11-012025-12-012026-01-012026-02-012026-03-012026-04-012026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,196,2,32,195,129,271,programclass,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Instructor lead (one on one),Math,Test Preparation,Education,
FEATURED Science Lakefield College School Camps Grade 10 Science, Academic (SNC2D) Jun 17 - Jul 06, 2027 Day camp Lakefield, ON Age 15 to 16 (Coed) LakefieldOntario Earn a credit doing hands-on labs and outdoor exploration of our earth and the environment! Visit website View program	Lakefield College School Camps	3100	15-16	2027-06-012027-07-01	,159,177,20,2,24,270,357,50,316,315,daycamp,coed,	,Technology,Credit Courses,Nature/Environment,Reading,Animals,Science (multi),Health Science,Medical Science,Education,
FEATURED Languages Brain Power Enrichment Programs Primary 1 - English Language Arts Sep 12, 2026 - Jun 27, 2027 Program Throughout Ontario (7) Age 5 to 7 (Coed) TorontoEtobicoke, Midtown, North-YorkEtobicokeMidtownNorth-YorkMarkhamOakvilleRichmond HillVaughanOntario Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website View program	Brain Power Enrichment Programs	3995	5-7	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,196,2,32,342,79,97,270,programclass,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Creative writing,Language Instruction,Public Speaking,Reading,Education,
FEATURED Traditional Adventure Camp Eden Woods Counsellor in Training Program (CIT) - Co-ed Overnight Summer camp Jul 04 - Jul 18, 2027 Overnight Southern Haliburton County, ON Age 16 to 17 (Coed) Southern Haliburton CountyOntario Forge leadership skills, mentor peers, and immerse in outdoor adventures. Unleash your potential under expert guidance! Visit website View program	Camp Eden Woods	3395	16-17	2027-07-01	,48,6,298,41,81,256,5,133,258,22,263,345,197,175,37,147,287,285,150,274,288,265,59,291,337,10,9,297,173,340,123,134,88,2,91,33,24,321,1,153,276,8,3,12,347,327,323,54,58,63,27,28,222,260,16,322,25,31,56,326,64,161,188,0,252,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Cooking,Hip Hop,Dance (multi),Harry Potter,Fantasy (multi),Superhero/Marvel/DC,Guitar,Music (multi),Jam Camp,Musical instrument training,Songwriting,Vocal Training / Singing,Acting (Film & TV),Performing Arts (multi),Musical Theatre,Theatre Arts,Playwriting,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Comic Art,Drawing,Knitting and Crochet,Painting,Woodworking,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,Bronze Cross,Mindfulness Training,Strength and Conditioning,Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Flag Football,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Gymnastics,Hiking,Ping Pong,Ultimate Frisbee,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Swimming,Water Polo,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Yoga,Traditional (multi activity) ,Adventure (multi),
FEATURED Traditional Camp Muskoka Camp Muskoka Explorer Camp Jul 04 - Aug 28, 2027 Overnight Bracebridge, ON Age 7 to 10 (Coed) BracebridgeOntario An opportunity for first time campers to try shortened version of overnight summer camp. 4 days and 3 nights! Visit website View program	Camp Muskoka	999	7-10	2027-07-012027-08-01	,298,6,81,258,5,22,165,175,37,38,339,176,150,59,288,10,9,173,123,387,2,161,1,8,3,224,12,347,327,223,54,63,36,346,28,16,322,25,31,381,56,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Skills,Hip Hop,Dance (multi),Jazz,Guitar,Music (multi),Music Recording,Percussion,Piano,Vocal Training / Singing,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Board Games,Yoga,Archery,Badminton ,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Gaga,Soccer,Volleyball,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Hiking,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,
FEATURED Math Education Brain Power Enrichment Programs Math Masters Sep 16, 2026 - Jun 23, 2027 Virtual Online Age 7 to 8 (Coed) Online A cutting-edge program challenges young mathematician through puzzle, visual model, problem solving, number mystery, and art. Visit website View program	Brain Power Enrichment Programs	2040	7-8	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,196,2,32,129,181,virtualprogram,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Math,Education (multi),Education,
FEATURED CIT/LIT Leadership Training Camp Muskoka Leader-In-Training Jul 04 - Aug 28, 2027 Overnight Bracebridge, ON Age 14 to 16 (Coed) BracebridgeOntario Designed to empower youth and unlock their potential to become confident leaders. Visit website View program	Camp Muskoka	3490	14-16	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,298,41,81,175,5,37,38,176,150,59,288,10,9,173,123,161,1,8,3,224,12,347,327,323,223,151,54,63,36,346,251,28,30,125,221,16,322,25,31,381,56,225,88,2,91,33,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Guitar,Music (multi),Music Recording,Piano,Vocal Training / Singing,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Yoga,Archery,Badminton ,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Lacrosse,Soccer,Volleyball,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Football,Hiking,Horseback Riding/Equestrian,Paintball,Rock Climbing,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Zip Line,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Education,
FEATURED Education Math Brain Power Enrichment Programs Foundations - Math & Problem Solving Sep 17, 2026 - Jul 01, 2027 Program Etobicoke, Toronto Age 8 to 10 (Coed) TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario Challenging problems, quizzes on learned material, fun activities and games of logic! Visit website View program	Brain Power Enrichment Programs	3695	8-10	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,181,129,programclass,coed,	,Storytelling,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Public Speaking,Reading,Test Preparation,Writing,Education (multi),Math,Education,
FEATURED Science Lakefield College School Camps Grade 10 Science, Academic (SNC2D) Jun 17 - Jul 06, 2027 Overnight Lakefield, ON Age 15 to 16 (Coed) LakefieldOntario Earn a credit doing hands-on labs and outdoor exploration of our earth and the environment! Visit website View program	Lakefield College School Camps	6670	15-16	2027-06-012027-07-01	,159,177,20,2,24,270,357,50,316,315,overnightcamp,coed,	,Technology,Credit Courses,Nature/Environment,Reading,Animals,Science (multi),Health Science,Medical Science,Education,
FEATURED Education Academics/Tutoring Academic Summer Camps Bristol West Country Experience, UK Jul 11 - Aug 01, 2027 Overnight Bristol, NB Age 11 to 16 (Coed) BristolNew Brunswick Learn, explore and have fun with inspiring academics, exciting outdoor activities and unforgettable adventures across England Visit website View program	Academic Summer Camps	3406	11-16	2027-07-01	,170,6,81,256,5,282,133,71,59,288,337,10,9,363,173,355,123,333,69,302,177,178,67,159,196,2,32,344,342,362,135,377,278,79,33,91,388,129,24,97,270,130,50,316,144,315,314,19,153,1,319,161,224,3,12,347,261,26,54,58,63,28,30,125,222,260,56,322,326,181,overnightcamp,coed,	,Travel,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Comedy,Cooking,Fashion Design,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Ceramics ,Drawing,Mixed Media,Painting,Papier-mache,Photography,AI (Artificial Intelligence),Animation,Robotics,Technology,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Chess,Creative writing,Debate,Entrepreneurship,Essay Writing,Financial Literacy,Language Instruction,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Logical thinking,Math,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Reading,Engineering,Science (multi),Health Science,Marine Biology,Medical Science,STEAM,Writing,Mindfulness Training,Nutrition,Yoga,Badminton ,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Cricket,Golf,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Hiking,Horseback Riding/Equestrian,Paintball,Ping Pong,Ultimate Frisbee,Swimming,Water Sports (multi),Water Polo,Education (multi),Education,
Education Entrepreneurship Summer Springboard Business & Entrepreneurship Camp Jun 10 - Aug 06, 2027 Overnight International Age 14 to 18 (Coed) InternationalInternational Get a taste of college life and bring your knowledge to the next level as you live on a top US university campus. Visit website View program	Summer Springboard	2998	14-18	2027-06-012027-07-012027-08-01	,196,2,32,135,181,overnightcamp,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Entrepreneurship,Education (multi),Education,
Academics/Tutoring Oxford Learning Milton Camp French Tutoring May 07 - Dec 31, 2026 Program Milton, ON Age 4 to 18+ (Coed) MiltonOntario Broaden opportunities for your kids with our dynamic En Français French language tutoring program. Visit website View program	Oxford Learning Milton Camp	496	4-19	2026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,196,2,32,388,270,271,19,programclass,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Logical thinking,Reading,Test Preparation,Writing,Education,
Academics/Tutoring Leadership Training Oxford Learning Milton Camp March Break Learning Camp Mar 15 - Mar 19, 2027 Day camp Milton, ON Age 5 to 14 (Coed) MiltonOntario Brain Camp campers will engage in: • English, French, and Math • Creative Writing & Essay Skills • Study Strategies Visit website View program	Oxford Learning Milton Camp	256	5-14	2027-03-01	,196,2,32,33,91,daycamp,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Leadership Training,Education,
Science Academics (group) Summer Springboard Forensic Science Camp Jun 20 - Jul 30, 2027 Overnight International Age 14 to 18 (Coed) InternationalInternational Level up your learning in forensic science while getting a taste of college life on a top US campus Visit website View program	Summer Springboard	3198	14-18	2027-06-012027-07-01	,196,2,32,315,50,137,overnightcamp,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Medical Science,Science (multi),Skilled Trades Activities,Education,
Academics/Tutoring Summer Springboard On Campus at UC Berkeley Jun 13 - Aug 06, 2027 Overnight International Age 11 to 18 (Coed) InternationalInternational Live like a college student on campus at UC Berkeley in California, where you'll explore a course of your choosing. Visit website View program	Summer Springboard	3298	11-18	2027-06-012027-07-012027-08-01	,170,6,364,177,302,332,180,67,159,68,179,196,2,32,342,135,278,33,91,129,97,182,50,130,316,315,268,226,1,overnightcamp,coed,	,Travel,3D Design,AI (Artificial Intelligence),Python,Programming (multi),Robotics,Technology,Video Game Design,Web Design,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Creative writing,Entrepreneurship,Financial Literacy,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Math,Public Speaking,Architecture,Science (multi),Engineering,Health Science,Medical Science,STEM,First-aid/lifesaving ,Education,
Education Computers Summer Springboard Educational Camp at Cal Poly University Jun 20 - Jul 30, 2027 Overnight International Age 14 to 18 (Coed) InternationalInternational Dive deep into your field of choice on the campus of Cal Poly, living like a college student at this top US university Visit website View program	Summer Springboard	2998	14-18	2027-06-012027-07-01	,196,2,32,135,33,91,24,130,50,268,28,3,181,18,177,overnightcamp,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Entrepreneurship,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Nature/Environment,Engineering,Science (multi),STEM,Hiking,Education (multi),Computer (multi),Education,
Academics (group) Entrepreneurship Summer Springboard Sports Management Camp Jun 20 - Aug 06, 2027 Overnight International Age 14 to 18 (Coed) InternationalInternational Learn the ropes of managing a sports team while getting a taste of life on campus at a top US university Visit website View program	Summer Springboard	3298	14-18	2027-06-012027-07-012027-08-01	,196,2,32,135,overnightcamp,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Entrepreneurship,Education,
Academics/Tutoring Oxford Learning Milton Camp Kindergarten to Grade 12 Tutoring May 07 - Dec 31, 2026 Program Milton, ON Age 4 to 18+ (Coed) MiltonOntario Catch up, keep up, or get ahead this summer with personalized tutoring that builds confidence and ensures success. Visit website View program	Oxford Learning Milton Camp	496	4-19	2026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,196,2,32,388,129,270,271,19,programclass,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Logical thinking,Math,Reading,Test Preparation,Writing,Education,
Education Summer Springboard Academic Camp at Yale University Jun 20 - Jul 31, 2027 Overnight International Age 14 to 18 (Coed) InternationalInternational Explore a field of interest on campus at Yale while getting a taste of college life Visit website View program	Summer Springboard	2498	14-18	2027-06-012027-07-01	,337,5,69,9,196,2,32,342,135,377,278,24,356,50,316,315,268,28,3,16,322,56,181,overnightcamp,coed,	,Storytelling,Photography,Visual Arts (multi),Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Creative writing,Entrepreneurship,Essay Writing,Financial Literacy,Nature/Environment,Archaeology/Paleontology,Science (multi),Health Science,Medical Science,STEM,Hiking,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Swimming,Education (multi),Education,
Academics/Tutoring Summer Springboard On Campus at UCLA Jun 20 - Jul 30, 2027 Overnight International Age 14 to 18 (Coed) InternationalInternational Live like a college student on campus at UC Los Angeles California, where you'll explore a course of your choosing. Visit website View program	Summer Springboard	3298	14-18	2027-06-012027-07-01	,170,6,265,5,288,289,59,295,9,360,159,177,179,196,2,32,358,315,50,226,1,74,3,overnightcamp,coed,	,Travel,Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Set and Costume Design,Theatre Arts,Filmmaking,Visual Arts (multi),Videography,Technology,Web Design,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Journalism,Medical Science,Science (multi),First-aid/lifesaving ,Sports-Instructional and Training,Education,
Fashion Summer Springboard Educational Camp at New York School of Interior Design Jul 11 - Aug 06, 2027 Overnight International Age 14 to 18 (Coed) InternationalInternational Take your learning to the next level in one of the world's leaders in design as you get a taste of college life in the city. Visit website View program	Summer Springboard	3198	14-18	2027-07-012027-08-01	,71,5,289,288,69,9,278,2,24,356,50,315,268,28,3,16,322,56,overnightcamp,coed,	,Fashion Design,Set and Costume Design,Performing Arts (multi),Photography,Visual Arts (multi),Financial Literacy,Nature/Environment,Archaeology/Paleontology,Science (multi),Medical Science,STEM,Hiking,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Swimming,Arts,
Academics (group) Medical Science Summer Springboard Pre-Med Camp Jun 20 - Aug 06, 2027 Overnight International Age 12 to 18 (Coed) InternationalInternational Get a taste of college life and explore the field of medicine as you live on a top university campus Visit website View program	Summer Springboard	3298	12-18	2027-06-012027-07-012027-08-01	,196,2,32,33,91,315,50,overnightcamp,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Medical Science,Science (multi),Education,
Academics (1:1) AlphaBee Comprehensive Applied Behaviour Analysis Jan 01 - Dec 31, 2026 Program Etobicoke, Toronto Age 1 to 18 (Coed) TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario Comprehensive 1:1 ABA with individualized plans addressing communication, social skills, behaviour, and daily living needs. Visit website View program	AlphaBee	685	1-18	2026-01-012026-02-012026-03-012026-04-012026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,195,2,32,385,1,programclass,coed,	,Instructor lead (one on one),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Behavioral therapy,Education,
Singing/Vocal Piano ARTSies Youth Theatre Programs Private Vocal and/or Piano Lessons Sep 15, 2026 - Jun 12, 2027 Program Scarborough, Toronto Age 5 to 18+ (Coed) TorontoScarboroughScarboroughOntario Private 30-minute or 1-hour lessons to improve vocal technique and/or piano skills, and practice performance! Visit website View program	ARTSies Youth Theatre Programs	40	5-19	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,176,5,37,150,programclass,coed,	,Piano,Music (multi),Vocal Training / Singing,Arts,
Adventure The Pine Project Red Wolf Wayfinder Program Aug 01 - Aug 21, 2027 Overnight Haliburton Highlands, ON Age 15 to 16 (Coed) Haliburton HighlandsOntario Wayfinders mix camping, canoeing and leadership training for the ultimate backcountry adventure. Visit website View program	The Pine Project	4135	15-16	2027-08-01	,298,6,170,41,81,133,5,10,9,134,88,2,91,366,33,24,7,50,153,1,276,8,3,28,16,322,25,56,252,overnightcamp,coed,	,Survival skills,Travel,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Cooking,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Woodworking,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Empowerment,Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,Zoology,Science (multi),Mindfulness Training,Strength and Conditioning,Archery,Hiking,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Swimming,Adventure (multi),Adventure,
Adventure The YES (The Youth Excellence Society) Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Virtual Offering Nov 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2026 Virtual Online Age 14 to 18 (Coed) Online Our Virtual Award Centre makes it simple for teens to start and succeed in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. Visit website View program	The YES (The Youth Excellence Society)	100	14-18	2025-11-012025-12-012026-01-012026-02-012026-03-012026-04-012026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,170,6,41,81,252,virtualprogram,coed,	,Travel,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Adventure (multi),Adventure,
Arts Paint ur Art Out Paint & Play Ages 3-5 Oct 03 - Oct 31, 2026 Program Calgary, AB Age 3 to 5 (Coed) CalgaryAlberta Kids art program where we focusing on toddler development and learning. Sensory and art play. Visit website View program	Paint ur Art Out	125	3-5	2026-10-01	,10,5,9,173,123,174,172,programclass,coed,	,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Pottery,Arts (multi),Arts,
Traditional Explorations Learning Summer Camp: July 19-30, Ages 10+ Jul 19 - Jul 30, 2027 Day camp Montreal River, ON Age 8 to 16 (Coed) Montreal RiverOntario This two-week session is designed to empower young creators! Visit website View program	Explorations Learning	785	8-16	2027-07-01	,256,5,282,133,341,345,71,38,37,285,59,288,335,292,361,337,10,9,296,297,173,295,340,355,123,333,69,174,360,134,364,177,300,302,178,349,266,304,180,67,159,68,351,387,2,344,342,88,91,33,160,129,24,97,268,8,3,65,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Baking/Decorating,Comedy,Cooking,Dungeons and Dragons,Fantasy (multi),Fashion Design,Music Recording,Music (multi),Songwriting,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Podcasting,Sculpture,Sewing,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Cartooning,Comic Art,Drawing,Filmmaking,Knitting and Crochet,Mixed Media,Painting,Papier-mache,Photography,Pottery,Videography,Woodworking,3D Design,3D Printing,AI (Artificial Intelligence),Animation,Gaming,Minecraft,Scratch,Programming (multi),Robotics,Technology,Video Game Design,Video Game Development,Board Games,Chess,Creative writing,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,LEGO,Math,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,STEM,Archery,Fencing,Traditional (multi activity) ,
CIT/LIT Winning Techniques Camp Leadership Jul 04 - Aug 28, 2027 Overnight Huntsville, ON Age 14 to 17 (Coed) HuntsvilleOntario Campers develop life skills, and obtain many certifications in our leadership program in preparation to be future staff! Visit website View program	Winning Techniques Camp	1448	14-17	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,10,5,9,173,123,344,2,20,88,91,366,33,321,1,226,319,276,8,3,12,347,327,323,223,54,63,324,167,28,29,51,222,221,74,60,260,16,322,31,381,277,56,382,64,225,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Chess,Credit Courses,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Empowerment,Leadership Training,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Nutrition,Strength and Conditioning,Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Soccer,Volleyball,Disc Golf,Figure Skating,Hiking,Hockey,Ice Skating,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Sports-Instructional and Training,Trampoline,Ultimate Frisbee,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Surfing,Swimming,Tubing,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Zip Line,Education,
Traditional Kandalore 2 Week Camp Sessions at Kandalore Jul 03 - Aug 30, 2027 Overnight Minden, ON Age 7 to 16 (Coed) MindenOntario Our 2-week program is filled with exciting new experiences. It's the perfect length to try everything Kandalore has to offer! Visit website View program	Kandalore	4225	7-16	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,298,170,41,81,256,5,133,175,37,59,288,10,9,173,123,174,134,196,2,32,195,20,79,88,91,33,24,137,321,1,226,153,8,3,11,347,12,327,323,223,194,54,63,21,324,36,346,27,28,222,221,74,139,60,260,16,322,201,25,31,49,56,64,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Travel,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Cooking,Guitar,Music (multi),Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Pottery,Woodworking,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Instructor lead (one on one),Credit Courses,Language Instruction,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,Skilled Trades Activities,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Mindfulness Training,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Rugby,Soccer,Volleyball,Cycling,Disc Golf,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Gymnastics,Hiking,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Sports-Instructional and Training,Track and Field,Trampoline,Ultimate Frisbee,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Diving,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Yoga,Traditional (multi activity) ,
CIT/LIT Kandalore 4 -week Kandalore Pathfinder Leadership Program Jul 03 - Aug 30, 2027 Overnight Minden, ON Age 15 to 17 (Coed) MindenOntario A rich learning experience that integrates leaders into the in-camp program and a 5-7 day canoe trip. Visit website View program	Kandalore	7150	15-17	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,41,81,17,5,133,263,345,368,293,197,175,37,59,288,10,9,173,123,69,174,134,196,2,32,195,20,79,88,91,33,24,97,137,321,1,226,153,8,3,11,347,12,327,323,223,194,54,63,164,21,36,346,251,27,28,222,221,74,139,60,260,16,322,201,25,31,49,56,64,44,161,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Circus,Cooking,Harry Potter,Fantasy (multi),Medieval,Star Wars,Superhero/Marvel/DC,Guitar,Music (multi),Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Photography,Pottery,Woodworking,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Instructor lead (one on one),Credit Courses,Language Instruction,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Skilled Trades Activities,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Mindfulness Training,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Rugby,Soccer,Volleyball,Cheer,Cycling,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Football,Gymnastics,Hiking,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Sports-Instructional and Training,Track and Field,Trampoline,Ultimate Frisbee,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Diving,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Whitewater Rafting,Yoga,Education,
Languages Traditional French International Language Camps International French Summer Camp in Megève Oct 19, 2026 - Jul 31, 2027 Overnight International Age 6 to 17 (Coed) InternationalInternational French immersion, Alpine adventures and international friendships in Megève for children and teens ages 6–17. Visit website View program	French International Language Camps	4985	6-17	2026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-012027-07-01	,133,5,259,22,258,165,59,288,10,9,173,123,174,79,2,33,91,161,1,8,3,12,347,26,58,21,36,346,251,28,30,51,125,328,221,348,60,15,322,16,25,31,381,56,64,44,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	,Cooking,Breakdancing,Dance (multi),Hip Hop,Jazz,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Pottery,Language Instruction,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Yoga,Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Golf,Tennis,Cycling,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Football,Hiking,Horseback Riding/Equestrian,Ice Skating,Paintball,Parkour,Rock Climbing,Scooter,Trampoline,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Whitewater Rafting,Traditional (multi activity) ,Education,
Music Lessons Music Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons Bassoon Lessons (In-Home, Online, or Studio) Oct 23, 2026 - Dec 31, 2027 Program West-End, Toronto Age 6 to 18+ (Coed) TorontoWest-EndWest-EndOntario Innovative Bassoon lessons with highly educated teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website View program	Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons	40	6-19	2026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-012027-07-012027-08-012027-09-012027-10-012027-11-012027-12-01	,147,5,37,38,287,339,285,150,10,9,173,programclass,coed,	,Jam Camp,Music (multi),Music Recording,Musical instrument training,Percussion,Songwriting,Vocal Training / Singing,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Arts,
Traditional Mi-A-Kon-Da Introduction to Overnight Summer Camp - Stepping Stones Jun 25 - Jun 27, 2027 Overnight Parry Sound, ON Age 5 to 9 (Girls) Parry SoundOntario For girls looking to take the first step with an overnight camping experience, check out our Stepping Stones program. Visit website View program	Mi-A-Kon-Da	325	5-9	2027-06-01	,48,6,147,5,37,59,288,10,9,24,2,16,3,322,31,49,56,8,28,221,188,0,overnightcamp,allgirls,	,Ropes Course,Jam Camp,Music (multi),Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Nature/Environment,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Archery,Hiking,Rock Climbing,Traditional (multi activity) ,
CIT/LIT Adventure YMCA Wanakita Second Year Student Counsellor (2nd Year SCs) Jul 04 - Aug 27, 2027 Overnight Haliburton Highlands, ON Age 16 to 16 (Coed) Haliburton HighlandsOntario Leadership training that will stay with them for the rest of their life and help them become greater role models Visit website View program	YMCA Wanakita	4275	16-16	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,41,81,133,5,154,22,257,259,258,165,175,37,38,176,150,265,288,59,291,10,9,173,123,134,88,2,91,33,8,3,12,347,327,223,54,63,21,324,36,346,28,222,221,74,60,260,15,322,16,31,49,56,252,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Cooking,Ballet,Dance (multi),Ballroom,Breakdancing,Hip Hop,Jazz,Guitar,Music (multi),Music Recording,Piano,Vocal Training / Singing,Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Theatre Arts,Playwriting,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Woodworking,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Gaga,Soccer,Volleyball,Cycling,Disc Golf,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Hiking,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Sports-Instructional and Training,Trampoline,Ultimate Frisbee,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Adventure (multi),Education,
Traditional Kandalore 1 Week Camp Sessions at Kandalore Jul 03 - Jul 16, 2027 Overnight Minden, ON Age 6 to 9 (Coed) MindenOntario Campers will enjoy all aspects of Kandalore including activities, all-camp events, evening programs and canoe trip. Visit website View program	Kandalore	2200	6-9	2027-07-01	,48,6,298,170,41,81,256,5,133,175,37,59,288,10,9,173,123,174,134,196,2,32,195,20,79,88,91,33,24,137,321,1,226,153,8,3,11,347,12,327,323,223,194,54,63,21,324,36,346,27,28,222,221,74,139,60,260,16,322,201,25,31,49,56,64,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Travel,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Cooking,Guitar,Music (multi),Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Pottery,Woodworking,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Instructor lead (one on one),Credit Courses,Language Instruction,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,Skilled Trades Activities,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Mindfulness Training,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Rugby,Soccer,Volleyball,Cycling,Disc Golf,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Gymnastics,Hiking,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Sports-Instructional and Training,Track and Field,Trampoline,Ultimate Frisbee,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Diving,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Yoga,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Academics/Tutoring Devenish Educational Consulting: Coaching for School and Life Success Executive Functions - Keys to Success - Middle School Oct 18 - Dec 06, 2026 Program Oakville, ON Age 11 to 13 (Coed) OakvilleOntario A game-based approach to learning executive functions in a small-group setting. Visit website View program	Devenish Educational Consulting: Coaching for School and Life Success	375	11-13	2026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,196,2,32,195,271,programclass,coed,	,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Instructor lead (one on one),Test Preparation,Education,
Horseback Riding WindReach Farm Therapeutic Riding Program Jan 05 - Dec 12, 2026 Program Scugog, ON Age 2 to 18+ (Coed) ScugogOntario Our Therapeutic Riding program offers seasonal riding lessons for individuals with disabilities 2 years and up. Visit website View program	WindReach Farm	480	2-19	2026-01-012026-02-012026-03-012026-04-012026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,30,3,programclass,coed,	,Horseback Riding/Equestrian,Sports,
Traditional Camp Kodiak Kodiak Junior -- An Introduction to Overnight Camp (Girls) Jul 04 - Jul 10, 2027 Overnight Parry Sound, ON Age 6 to 9 (Girls) Parry SoundOntario Kodiak Junior provides 6 to 9 year-old campers with an introduction to overnight camp and a sample of the Kodiak magic. Visit website View program	Camp Kodiak	2172	6-9	2027-07-01	,48,6,81,59,5,288,10,9,173,24,2,268,19,8,3,11,347,12,223,54,58,63,324,28,221,260,16,322,25,31,49,381,56,64,188,0,overnightcamp,allgirls,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Skills,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Nature/Environment,STEM,Writing,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Gaga,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Disc Golf,Hiking,Rock Climbing,Ultimate Frisbee,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Piano Music Bravo Academy for the Performing Arts Private Music Lessons: Piano, Guitar & Ukulele (All Ages) – 1:1 Instruction Sep 08, 2026 - Jun 20, 2027 Program North-York, Toronto Age 4 to 18+ (Coed) TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkOntario Our private lessons offer personalized instruction to help you reach your musical goals at your own pace. Visit website View program	Bravo Academy for the Performing Arts	40	4-19	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,175,5,37,287,176,285,265,288,programclass,coed,	,Guitar,Music (multi),Musical instrument training,Piano,Songwriting,Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Arts,
Traditional Camp Hurontario Three and a Half Week Sessions Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2027 Overnight Mactier, ON Age 7 to 16 (Boys) MactierOntario Our core, immersive offering for campers wanting to experience Hurontario to the fullest. Visit website View program	Camp Hurontario	5150	7-16	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,298,170,41,81,282,5,133,175,37,147,339,176,150,59,288,337,10,9,173,355,123,333,134,387,2,344,88,91,33,24,97,357,50,144,7,321,1,226,8,3,11,347,12,324,222,221,15,322,16,201,25,31,49,381,56,326,44,225,188,0,overnightcamp,allboys,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Travel,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Comedy,Cooking,Guitar,Music (multi),Jam Camp,Percussion,Piano,Vocal Training / Singing,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Painting,Papier-mache,Woodworking,Board Games,Chess,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Animals,Science (multi),Marine Biology,Zoology,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Disc Golf,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Diving,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Water Polo,Whitewater Rafting,Zip Line,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Leadership Entrepreneurship Explorations Learning Leadership Program: July 5-16, Ages 15 + Jul 05 - Jul 16, 2027 Day camp Montreal River, ON Age 15 to 18 (Coed) Montreal RiverOntario Mentorship through: Leadership, Supervision, Communication, Event Planning, Conflict Resolution, and More! Visit website View program	Explorations Learning	685	15-18	2027-07-01	,362,2,135,278,88,91,366,33,275,388,97,226,1,daycamp,coed,	,Debate,Entrepreneurship,Financial Literacy,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Empowerment,Leadership Training,Social Justice,Logical thinking,Public Speaking,First-aid/lifesaving ,Education,
Education Explorations Learning Panorama: July 5-16, Ages 15+ Jul 05 - Jul 16, 2027 Day camp Montreal River, ON Age 15 to 18+ (Coed) Montreal RiverOntario Panorama program takes summer learning and engagement to a higher level! Developed with McGill University. Visit website View program	Explorations Learning	685	15-19	2027-07-01	,10,5,9,355,360,67,177,358,2,275,91,281,182,50,130,316,137,268,389,181,daycamp,coed,	,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Mixed Media,Videography,Robotics,Journalism,Social Justice,Leadership (multi),Makerspace,Architecture,Science (multi),Engineering,Health Science,Skilled Trades Activities,STEM,Urban exploration,Education (multi),Education,
Traditional Adventure Camp Cherith - Ontario Girls' Camp - Adventure Jul 04 - Jul 10, 2027 Overnight Southern Bruce County, ON Age 6 to 16 (Girls) Southern Bruce CountyOntario Want a week where your girls are just girls? This is the week for you Visit website View program	Camp Cherith - Ontario	699	6-16	2027-07-01	,81,6,150,5,37,10,9,173,134,88,2,91,33,8,3,11,347,12,16,322,25,223,28,30,31,36,346,222,54,56,60,63,188,0,252,overnightcamp,allgirls,	,Wilderness Skills,Vocal Training / Singing,Music (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Woodworking,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Gaga,Hiking,Horseback Riding/Equestrian,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Ping Pong,Soccer,Swimming,Trampoline,Volleyball,Traditional (multi activity) ,Adventure (multi),
Traditional Kandalore 4 Week Camp Sessions at Kandalore Jul 03 - Aug 30, 2027 Overnight Minden, ON Age 7 to 16 (Coed) MindenOntario Our 4-week program allows campers even more opportunity to connect with friends, learn skills, and grow at camp! Visit website View program	Kandalore	7150	7-16	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,298,170,41,81,256,5,133,175,37,59,288,10,9,173,123,174,134,196,2,32,195,20,79,88,91,33,24,137,321,1,226,153,8,3,11,347,12,327,323,223,194,54,63,21,324,36,346,27,28,222,221,74,139,60,260,16,322,201,25,31,49,56,64,161,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Travel,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Cooking,Guitar,Music (multi),Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Pottery,Woodworking,Instructor lead (group),Academic/Tutoring (multi),Instructor lead (one on one),Credit Courses,Language Instruction,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,Skilled Trades Activities,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Mindfulness Training,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Rugby,Soccer,Volleyball,Cycling,Disc Golf,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Gymnastics,Hiking,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Sports-Instructional and Training,Track and Field,Trampoline,Ultimate Frisbee,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Diving,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Yoga,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Traditional Camp Kodiak Kodiak Junior -- An Introduction to Overnight Camp (Boys) Jul 04 - Jul 17, 2027 Overnight Parry Sound, ON Age 6 to 9 (Boys) Parry SoundOntario Kodiak Junior provides 6 to 9 year-old campers with an introduction to overnight camping and the Camp Kodiak experience. Visit website View program	Camp Kodiak	2172	6-9	2027-07-01	,48,6,81,59,5,288,10,9,173,24,2,268,19,8,3,11,347,12,223,54,58,63,324,28,221,260,16,322,25,31,49,381,56,64,188,0,overnightcamp,allboys,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Skills,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Nature/Environment,STEM,Writing,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Gaga,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Disc Golf,Hiking,Rock Climbing,Ultimate Frisbee,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Traditional Adventure Camp Homewood Woodsman Camp Jul 11 - Aug 20, 2027 Overnight Quadra Island, BC Age 8 to 15 (Coed) Quadra IslandBritish Columbia Woodsman Camp is where adventure and friendship come together in the great outdoors, creating memories that last a lifetime. Visit website View program	Camp Homewood	470	8-15	2027-07-012027-08-01	,298,6,41,81,24,2,144,50,8,3,11,347,323,28,16,322,31,381,56,188,0,252,overnightcamp,coed,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Nature/Environment,Marine Biology,Science (multi),Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Flag Football,Hiking,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,Adventure (multi),
Piano Willowdale School of Music Kindergarten Piano (4-5 years) Sep 12, 2026 - Jun 19, 2027 Program North-York, Toronto Age 4 to 5 (Coed) TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkOntario Kindergarten Piano classes build upon everything they've learned so far in ECM classes and bridge the gap to private lessons. Visit website View program	Willowdale School of Music	34	4-5	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,287,5,37,176,programclass,coed,	,Musical instrument training,Music (multi),Piano,Arts,
Traditional Block 8 Academy Spring and Winter Break Camps Mar 16, 2026 - Jan 08, 2027 Day camp Port Moody, BC Age 6 to 12 (Coed) Port MoodyBritish Columbia Our unique programming will allow for adventure, development and excitement! Visit website View program	Block 8 Academy	114	6-12	2026-03-012026-04-012026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-01	,337,5,256,282,133,258,22,165,197,345,71,263,38,37,339,285,274,288,70,265,289,59,291,292,293,10,9,296,297,173,295,340,123,333,69,174,342,2,33,91,160,24,97,270,130,50,316,144,317,7,314,268,19,320,1,153,319,224,3,327,347,27,328,54,139,161,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Storytelling,Baking/Decorating,Comedy,Cooking,Hip Hop,Dance (multi),Jazz,Superhero/Marvel/DC,Fantasy (multi),Fashion Design,Harry Potter,Music Recording,Music (multi),Percussion,Songwriting,Acting (Film & TV),Performing Arts (multi),Magic,Musical Theatre,Set and Costume Design,Theatre Arts,Playwriting,Sculpture,Star Wars,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Cartooning,Comic Art,Drawing,Filmmaking,Knitting and Crochet,Painting,Papier-mache,Photography,Pottery,Creative writing,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),LEGO,Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Reading,Engineering,Science (multi),Health Science,Marine Biology,Space,Zoology,STEAM,STEM,Writing,Meditation,Mindfulness Training,Nutrition,Badminton ,Dodgeball,Ball Sports (multi),Gymnastics,Parkour,Soccer,Track and Field,Yoga,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Traditional Kilcoo Camp 4-Week Session Jul 01 - Aug 29, 2027 Overnight Minden, ON Age 7 to 16 (Boys) MindenOntario The month at camp is the ultimate Kilcoo experience, the traditional way for campers to learn and mature away from home Visit website View program	Kilcoo Camp	7125	7-16	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,41,81,175,5,37,147,59,288,10,9,363,123,333,174,134,88,2,91,33,321,1,226,8,3,11,347,12,327,323,223,380,54,58,63,21,36,346,251,222,221,15,322,16,201,31,381,56,188,0,overnightcamp,allboys,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Guitar,Music (multi),Jam Camp,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Ceramics ,Painting,Papier-mache,Pottery,Woodworking,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Pickleball,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Cycling,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Football,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Diving,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Percussion Music Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons Drum Lessons (In-Home, Online, or Studio) Oct 23, 2026 - Dec 31, 2027 Program West-End, Toronto Age 3 to 18+ (Coed) TorontoWest-EndWest-EndOntario Drum set and percussion lessons with award winning teachers. Highly educated: PhD, DMA. Free 1st lesson! Visit website View program	Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons	40	3-19	2026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-012027-07-012027-08-012027-09-012027-10-012027-11-012027-12-01	,147,5,37,38,287,339,285,150,10,9,173,programclass,coed,	,Jam Camp,Music (multi),Music Recording,Musical instrument training,Percussion,Songwriting,Vocal Training / Singing,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Arts,
CIT/LIT Out-tripping YMCA Wanakita Second Year Student Counsellor Tripper (2nd Year SCs) Jul 04 - Aug 27, 2027 Overnight Haliburton Highlands, ON Age 16 to 16 (Coed) Haliburton HighlandsOntario A hybrid program that focuses on in depth leadership training and wilderness skills. Visit website View program	YMCA Wanakita	4325	16-16	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,41,81,133,5,154,22,257,259,258,165,175,37,38,176,150,265,288,59,10,9,173,123,134,88,2,91,33,357,50,8,3,12,347,327,223,54,63,21,324,36,346,28,222,221,74,60,15,322,16,31,49,56,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Cooking,Ballet,Dance (multi),Ballroom,Breakdancing,Hip Hop,Jazz,Guitar,Music (multi),Music Recording,Piano,Vocal Training / Singing,Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Theatre Arts,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Woodworking,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Animals,Science (multi),Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Gaga,Soccer,Volleyball,Cycling,Disc Golf,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Hiking,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Sports-Instructional and Training,Trampoline,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Education,
Traditional Camp Hurontario Two Week Session Jul 02 - Aug 23, 2027 Overnight Mactier, ON Age 7 to 13 (Boys) MactierOntario Two weeks at Hurontario is ideal for boys wanting to make new friendships, gain independence, and develop wilderness skills Visit website View program	Camp Hurontario	3500	7-13	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,298,170,41,81,282,5,133,175,37,147,339,176,150,59,288,337,10,9,173,355,123,333,134,387,2,344,33,91,24,97,357,50,144,7,321,1,226,8,3,11,347,12,324,222,221,15,322,16,201,25,31,49,381,56,326,44,225,188,0,overnightcamp,allboys,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Travel,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Comedy,Cooking,Guitar,Music (multi),Jam Camp,Percussion,Piano,Vocal Training / Singing,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Painting,Papier-mache,Woodworking,Board Games,Chess,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Nature/Environment,Public Speaking,Animals,Science (multi),Marine Biology,Zoology,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Disc Golf,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Diving,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Water Polo,Whitewater Rafting,Zip Line,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Wilderness Skills The Pine Project Red Wolf Overnight Camp Aug 01 - Aug 28, 2027 Overnight Haliburton Highlands, ON Age 7 to 14 (Coed) Haliburton HighlandsOntario Escape into nature, learn to live with the land, build life-long friendships, and discover your full potential. Visit website View program	The Pine Project	1355	7-14	2027-08-01	,298,6,170,41,81,133,5,10,9,134,88,2,91,33,24,7,50,153,1,276,8,3,28,16,322,25,56,overnightcamp,coed,	,Survival skills,Travel,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Cooking,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Woodworking,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,Zoology,Science (multi),Mindfulness Training,Strength and Conditioning,Archery,Hiking,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Swimming,Adventure,
Acting Performing Arts Bravo Academy for the Performing Arts Private Acting Lessons (All Ages) - Personalized Performance Coaching Sep 08, 2026 - Jun 20, 2027 Program North-York, Toronto Age 4 to 18+ (Coed) TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkOntario Private acting lessons offer personalized 1:1 coaching to help you build performance skills and confidence at your own pace. Visit website View program	Bravo Academy for the Performing Arts	40	4-19	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,274,5,288,265,59,337,97,2,programclass,coed,	,Acting (Film & TV),Performing Arts (multi),Musical Theatre,Theatre Arts,Storytelling,Public Speaking,Arts,
Traditional Bear Creek Outdoor Centre Adventure Camp Jun 27 - Aug 21, 2027 Overnight Renfrew, ON Age 6 to 15 (Coed) RenfrewOntario All the things you love about summer camp! Unplugged fun. Visit website View program	Bear Creek Outdoor Centre	895	6-15	2027-06-012027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,298,41,81,133,5,10,9,88,2,91,366,33,24,8,3,11,347,223,54,63,36,346,28,221,16,322,25,381,56,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Cooking,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Empowerment,Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Gaga,Soccer,Volleyball,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Hiking,Rock Climbing,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Traditional Camp Hurontario One Week Intro-Camp Session Jul 11 - Aug 14, 2027 Overnight Mactier, ON Age 5 to 8 (Boys) MactierOntario Our one week program is the perfect introduction to the overnight summer camp experience Visit website View program	Camp Hurontario	1990	5-8	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,298,81,133,5,10,9,173,355,123,134,387,2,344,366,91,24,357,50,144,7,8,3,11,347,12,324,222,221,16,322,201,25,31,49,381,56,225,188,0,overnightcamp,allboys,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Wilderness Skills,Cooking,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Mixed Media,Painting,Woodworking,Board Games,Chess,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Nature/Environment,Animals,Science (multi),Marine Biology,Zoology,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Disc Golf,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Diving,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Zip Line,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Cooking COOKSMART COOKSMART March Break Camp Mar 15 - Mar 19, 2027 Day camp Mississauga, ON Age 5 to 12 (Coed) MississaugaOntario Explore cooking, nutrition, financial literacy and social-emotional learning through hands-on recipes, games and challenges. Visit website View program	COOKSMART	359	5-12	2027-03-01	,133,5,361,278,2,319,1,daycamp,coed,	,Cooking,Sewing,Financial Literacy,Nutrition,Arts,
Cooking COOKSMART COOKSMART Summer Camp Jun 28 - Aug 27, 2027 Day camp Mississauga; Oakville, ON Age 5 to 12 (Coed) MississaugaOakvilleOntario Kids cook delicious recipes, explore nutrition, get creative, and build kitchen skills through hands-on activities and games! Visit website View program	COOKSMART	359	5-12	2027-06-012027-07-012027-08-01	,133,5,361,278,2,33,91,145,319,1,daycamp,coed,	,Cooking,Sewing,Financial Literacy,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Super Camp,Nutrition,Arts,
Guitar Music Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons Acoustic Guitar Lessons (In-Home, Online, or Studio) Oct 23, 2026 - Dec 31, 2027 Program West-End, Toronto Age 3 to 18+ (Coed) TorontoWest-EndWest-EndOntario Have fun learning to strum or pick the acoustic guitar. Be the star of the campfire! Free first lesson! Visit website View program	Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons	40	3-19	2026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-012027-07-012027-08-012027-09-012027-10-012027-11-012027-12-01	,147,5,37,38,287,339,285,150,10,9,173,175,programclass,coed,	,Jam Camp,Music (multi),Music Recording,Musical instrument training,Percussion,Songwriting,Vocal Training / Singing,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Guitar,Arts,
Traditional Kilcoo Camp 2-Week Session Jul 01 - Aug 29, 2027 Overnight Minden, ON Age 7 to 12 (Boys) MindenOntario The two-week program is a great way to experience camp as a young camper and to build towards the Month at Kilcoo! Visit website View program	Kilcoo Camp	4450	7-12	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,41,81,175,5,37,147,59,288,10,9,363,123,333,174,134,88,2,91,33,321,1,226,8,3,11,347,12,327,323,223,380,54,58,63,21,36,346,251,222,221,15,322,16,201,31,381,56,188,0,overnightcamp,allboys,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Guitar,Music (multi),Jam Camp,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Ceramics ,Painting,Papier-mache,Pottery,Woodworking,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Pickleball,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Cycling,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Football,Ping Pong,Rock Climbing,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Diving,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Leadership Entrepreneurship Explorations Learning Leadership Program: July 19-30, Ages 15 + Jul 05 - Jul 30, 2027 Day camp Montreal; Montreal River Age 15 to 18 (Coed) MontrealMontreal RiverOntarioQuebec Mentorship through: Leadership, Supervision, Communication, Event Planning, Conflict Resolution, and More! Visit website View program	Explorations Learning	685	15-18	2027-07-01	,362,2,135,278,88,91,366,33,275,388,97,226,1,daycamp,coed,	,Debate,Entrepreneurship,Financial Literacy,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Empowerment,Leadership Training,Social Justice,Logical thinking,Public Speaking,First-aid/lifesaving ,Education,
Traditional Mi-A-Kon-Da Overnight Summer Camp - All Girls 7-16 Jul 04 - Aug 28, 2027 Overnight Parry Sound, ON Age 7 to 16 (Girls) Parry SoundOntario An all girls overnight summer camp located on a private island with a variety of traditional camp activities. Visit website View program	Mi-A-Kon-Da	1500	7-16	2027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,41,81,154,5,22,258,165,197,345,175,37,147,176,150,59,288,10,9,173,123,69,360,134,321,1,226,8,3,36,346,28,221,15,322,16,25,31,49,56,161,188,0,overnightcamp,allgirls,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Ballet,Dance (multi),Hip Hop,Jazz,Superhero/Marvel/DC,Fantasy (multi),Guitar,Music (multi),Jam Camp,Piano,Vocal Training / Singing,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Photography,Videography,Woodworking,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Archery,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Hiking,Rock Climbing,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Yoga,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Singing/Vocal Music Bravo Academy for the Performing Arts Private Singing Lessons (All Ages) – Personalized Vocal Training & Technique Sep 08, 2026 - Jun 20, 2027 Program North-York, Toronto Age 4 to 18+ (Coed) TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkOntario Our private lessons offer personalized instruction to help you reach your musical goals at your own pace. Visit website View program	Bravo Academy for the Performing Arts	40	4-19	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,150,5,37,265,288,programclass,coed,	,Vocal Training / Singing,Music (multi),Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Arts,
Music Lessons Music Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons Flute Lessons (In-Home, Online, or Studio) Oct 23, 2026 - Dec 31, 2027 Program West-End, Toronto Age 3 to 18+ (Coed) TorontoWest-EndWest-EndOntario Challenging and rewarding flute lessons with highly educated teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website View program	Neighbour Note Music Camps & Lessons	40	3-19	2026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-012027-07-012027-08-012027-09-012027-10-012027-11-012027-12-01	,147,5,37,38,287,339,285,150,10,9,173,programclass,coed,	,Jam Camp,Music (multi),Music Recording,Musical instrument training,Percussion,Songwriting,Vocal Training / Singing,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Arts,
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Camps that help kids grow in independence

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How do you define independence?

Think of the first two letters of the word independence. “Independence means dependence from inside you,” says Jocelyn Palm. She’s the Executive Director and owner of Glen Bernard Camp, an all-girls camp in Sundridge, Ontario. “It means freedom from control by other people so you aren’t influenced by your peers.” Independence consists of asking yourself, “what are my principles? Those are the values that will take you into adulthood, so if you learn them as a young person, it’s a good advantage,” she says.

Others, like Jennifer Jupp, offer variant definitions. She believes, “it's about being able to support yourself in a whole bunch of ways without the influence, control and authority of someone else.” She watches kids grow independent in weeklong sessions at the overnight camp where she’s Senior Director. It arises naturally out of their making a dozen daily decisions without parents present.

Similarly, Emilia Antunes sees her son Erick growing in his ability to trust his own judgement. She’s noticed this improvement in him, especially after camp. “For me,” she says, “independence [consists of] Erick being able to make his own decisions and being able to accomplish tasks all by himself ... I see that in COOKSMART camp because he’s getting more independent with each class.”

How to develop independence

You can accelerate your children’s development of independence in settings that mix freedom with responsibility like overnight camp. As Senior Director of Camp Wenonah in Bracebridge, Jupp knows deeply how camp nurtures personal growth. With its variety of daily interactions and activities, Wenonah gives children space “to solve their own problems and really care for themselves.” In other words, kids there become more independent daily.

Jocelyn Palm shares a few examples from her experience at Glen Bernard Camp to illustrate how she’s seen independence demonstrated by campers.

“[When] I’m at the high ropes course or a different event and I say they were fantastic today ... and they don’t say anything back, they just smile at you.” Encouraging children to continue doing an activity that they love and choose to do will encourage them to make more independent decisions in the future.

Glen Bernard's fixed day-to-day format ensures that younger campers are involved in all activities. “You can’t say that you’re not going sailing because you’re afraid. Everyone is going sailing, so you go, and then you become less afraid and you become independent.” However, “as campers grow older, they have more choices about what they’re going to do each day.

"Older campers do a ‘solo’, which is an opportunity for them to spend time with themselves for 24 hours. There are sites that we have, right close to the camp, where they can be there alone. They’re not allowed to take any books or any of that. It’s interesting when they come back and we ask them what they did." Some campers talk about what they’ve seen and heard, whereas other campers will use whatever resources are there to be creative and resourceful. "One camper told us that she made a deck of cards [out of a pencil and piece of paper]."

For each Glen Bernard camper, the solo experience is unique. "We try and make many occasions during their time at camp where they learn to make decisions," says Palm.

What is an example of independence?

At Camp Wenonah, campers are given the opportunity to choose specific activities to dedicate their time to, while at camp. "I particularly like it when kids choose an activity that’s different than what their parents really thought they would choose. It’s them in a big way, being themselves, making the choice for themselves," Jupp explains.

She also sees independence in children through their ability to choose activities that differ from their friends. “[Imagine] a 16-year old choosing something different from what the majority of what their closest peers choose ... I think that’s huge in the area of independence and they take that with them after camp ... There aren’t social repercussions for them if they choose something different from what their peer group chooses.”

What are the benefits of independence?

Jocelyn Palm believes that independence is a very important trait for children to develop, especially in today’s society. “The world is coming at all of us and especially the young people at a fast and furious pace. There are messages from all different sources, more than just other people or more than the daily paper, radio or TV … In order to keep your sanity, you really have to know, who am I? What am I going to do? ... I have to make a decision now, for me, and do I have the ability to make it?” Independence helps you stand your ground, develop who you are as an individual and stick to your morals.

It also helps with a person’s ability to cope in situations and get along well with others. At Glen Bernard, Palm and her staff try to help campers to get along with everyone, of course, but this "doesn’t [necessarily] mean that they’re your best friend,” she explains. “Getting along means that you know how to deal with people who may not be your friends, but you still have to learn to cope."

Similarly, Xavier, a camper at Academie Duello's Knight Camp, believes it's important to know how “to stand on your own and ... ask for help. You won’t always have people to turn to so it’s good to be able to turn to yourself and really just be able to explore the world around you. [You can do this by] using independence [while] not being afraid of what people will think of you.”

Overall, there are myriad reasons that highlight the importance of independence in children. Here are just some of the gifts kids gain from independence:

Courage and confidence to take care of themselves
Enhanced decision-making skills
Self-motivation and willingness to take initiative
A feeling of inclusion
Freedom to explore beyond a comfort zone
Improved self-esteem
Real-world experience that better prepares them for adulthood

“The sooner [children] get independence," says Emilia Antunes, "the better they will be able to deal with different environments and situations without parents around.” This helps Erick in other areas beyond cooking lessons. “It fosters self-reliance because it empowers them to achieve their own goals,” she says.

She notices that Erick is more comfortable taking risks than he was before he attended the camp. He feels more confident in his ability to trust his own instincts rather than ask for help. He makes his own recipes. However, “it’s not only about cooking,” she explains, “it’s about getting more confident, taking risks and doing things for [him]self.”

How will independence help children as they get older?

“Life’s road is bumpy and we’re going to fall down a lot as kids, youth and adults,” says Jupp. “I think that the earlier we can foster independence in ourselves, the better we’re going to be able to support ourselves through the bumpy road of life.”

Knowing how to navigate on their own gives kids' other qualities vital to a healthy adulthood. These include self-esteem, decision-making skills, self-reliance, cooperation, personal discipline, and more. Not only are these qualities strongly recommended for academic success, they’re extremely important tools to help kids navigate hardships in their future.

“I think independence is a key part of self-reliance,” Jupp continues. “It gives us the confidence to know how to pick ourselves up ... For a kid to know that, especially if they feel that their world outside of themselves with their parents, family, school, sports team, [etc] feels like it’s falling apart, to have that deep feeling of independence and security within yourself and to have that at a young age…I really think it’s a superpower for kids to have.”

Want your child to improve their independence?

Any environment where children have some distance from parents will enhance and develop their independence. At camp, kids act on their own, meet other people, learn self-reliance and other skills. “Children and youth will learn really quickly that they can do things and really make decisions for themselves without the influence of their parents or guardians,” says Jupp. For her, camp is a concentrated social environment where kids and staff learn from each other. “Other kids affect them in a whole bunch of ways, positively and negatively. Having to navigate those social interactions in such a concentrated way [at camp] creates hundreds of opportunities to develop independence.”

From a Camp Director perspective, Palm believes that a camp environment fosters independence because campers attend without their parents or guardians and must learn how to work with other people and adapt on their own.

“Some [people] may have different views and now, they’ve got to learn to cope with these other people. They’re not at home, there’s no asking mom or brother what to do. Here I am, on my own. I think that’s a great opportunity at camp,” she explains.

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There are 75 camps that are Our Kids trusted members. Use the filters to narrow by age and program type, then click on matched programs to see daily activities, dates, rates and registration information.

What are the fees to attend Camps that foster independence?
Fees for camps that help kids grow in independence range from $34 to $13,700 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.

Where can parents meet with Camps that foster independence?
Meet with program directors and staff at the Our Kids Camp & Program Expo. The Expo is held annually in February, and is a fun and informative day for parents, kids, and teens. Find event details and free tickets here.

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Top Camps that foster independence for 2026/2027

Learn and develop self-reliance, self-initiative, and self-motivation