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Swimming Lessons · Preschool Levels

Summer Camps · Sports

Get a 'handle' on some popular racquet sports: badminton, table tennis, pickleball, – a mix between tennis and squash! Through drills, practice and playing (indoors and outdoors), learn fundamental racquet sports skills: power, precision, technique and timing. Racquet sports are known to serve up serious health benefits. Constant movement, running and swinging develops coordination and stamina, while strategizing improves focus and decision-making skills. Bonus: All that teamwork and friendly competition teaches campers how to be good sports! Traditional sports, and camp activities, including spirit events, are a component of this camp. All sports racquets are provided. Note: The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required. Must register for Before & After Care at Maple Community Centre for camps located at St David's Catholic School.

Drop-In Activities · Swimming & Aquafitness

Recreational swim time for pool plan holders and non-members. For more information visit vaughan.ca/swim.

Drop-In Activities · Swimming & Aquafitness

Recreational swim time for pool plan holders and non-members. For more information visit vaughan.ca/swim.

Drop-In Activities · Swimming & Aquafitness

Recreational swim time for pool plan holders and non-members. For more information visit vaughan.ca/swim.

Drop-In Activities · Swimming & Aquafitness

Recreational swim time for pool plan holders and non-members. For more information visit vaughan.ca/swim.

Summer Camps · Science & Technology

Delivered in partnership with Logic Fusion. Let's-a go! Jump into Roblox Studio to design your own Mario Galaxy style game, creating brand new worlds you can play in with your friends and family! Build a Mario Galaxy-like 3D platforming game where Mario will have to beat smart enemies, overcome obstacles, and earn power-ups along the way. As a young gamer you’ll receive encouragement, motivation and individual attention required to level up your key game development and coding skills. Note: The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is not available for camps located at heritage homes, parks, the City Playhouse Theatre, Vaughan Studios & Event Space, or for any half day camp.

Summer Camps · Out-Trips

Explore the wonders of the animal kingdom! Whether you’re interested in mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, or insects, this camp will surely ignite the animal lover in you. Explore diverse habitats and learn about animal behaviours and conservation through daily expeditions to the aquarium, the zoo and an animal and reptilian reserve. Note: Trip locations vary by camp session. An information package, including trip destinations and an informed consent form, will be emailed to parents prior to the start of the session. The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required. Must register for Before & After Care at North Thornhill Community Centre for camps located at Stephen Lewis Secondary School.

Summer Camps · Educational

Join the safety squad and learn the roles and duties of an emergency responder. From firefighters to police, meet your local heroes and learn about emergency services. Prepare for a dynamic and action-packed experience involving junior detective investigations and fire escape planning and hone your skills in emergency preparedness, all while making safety education enjoyable and memorable. Note: The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required.

Summer Camps · Arts - Performing

Light up the stage! Campers receive instruction in visual art, dance, drama and vocal development, then showcase their talent in a dazzling evening extravaganza the second Thursday of the session. Games, arts & crafts and special events complement the arts instruction. Note: The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required. Must register for Before & After Care at North Thornhill Community Centre for camps located at Stephen Lewis Secondary School.

Summer Camps · Sports

A great way to 'kick off' summer! Young soccer players develop their skills through hands-on drills in passing, dribbling, heading, and striking, combined with game play and tournaments. Emphasis is placed on physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship and fun. Alternative sports and games complement the soccer activities. Note: The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required. Must register for Before & After Care at North Thornhill Community Centre for camps located at Stephen Lewis Secondary School.

Drop-In Activities · Fitness Centre

Burn calories in this cardio cycling workout. Move at your pace on stationary studio cycles.

Drop-In Activities · Fitness Centre

Burn calories in this cardio cycling workout. Move at your pace on stationary studio cycles.

Drop-In Activities · Fitness Centre

Burn calories in this cardio cycling workout. Move at your pace on stationary studio cycles.

Summer Camps · Water Adventures

Spend a sports-filled day, both in and out of the water! Play your favourite sports – basketball, soccer and other active sports – then splash into swimming relays and water sport team challenges. Campers swim every day in combination with sports and sporty themed days. Note: The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required.

Summer Camps · Out-Trips

Water lovers embark on daily aquatic excursions to some of the 'coolest' water locales. Live your best camp life by the water, with trips to lakes and water parks. All participants will undergo a swim test at their home pool. Unsuccessful swim test participants will be required to wear a life jacket for the duration of the stay at the aquatic facility. Prerequisite: Swimmer 4 or equivalent. Note: Trip locations vary by camp session. An information package which includes trip destinations and an informed consent form will be sent out prior to the start of the session. The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required.

Summer Camps · Sports

Take your game to the next level. Practice daily athletic drills and recreational scrimmaging in basketball, soccer, ball hockey, tennis and Volleyball—with a focus on teamwork, fair play, and sportsmanship. Outdoor active play and themed activities, including special event days, complement the sports play. Note: Sport Instruction will be based on the amenities at the location. The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required.

Summer Camps · Fitness & Wellness

Athletes: stay in shape during the off-season. Increase your athletic performance – speed, agility, power and strength – with sports conditioning exercises as well as spinning, running, weight training, and outdoor activities. Note: Before & After Care is not available for camps located at heritage homes, parks, Vaughan Studios & Event Space, the City Playhouse Theatre, or for any half-day camp.

Children Programs · Science & Technology

Explore, discover, and imagine. Reinforcing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) concepts learned in school, construct and create through fun, engaging and unplugged hands-on activities and experiments. Observe, make predictions and problem solve as you explore new scientific topics.

Summer Camps · Science & Technology

Make things, dismantle things, and fix things. Reinforcing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) concepts learned in school, build and create using simple materials. Observe, make predictions and problem solve as you explore new scientific topics to design your own concepts. Camp games, swimming, sports, arts & crafts complement the learning. Note: The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required.

Preschool Programs · Science & Technology

Your little one isn’t too young to learn how to code! Through fun activities, we’ll explore coding concepts such as sorting, sequencing, patterning, loops, branching, symbols and debugging – and we'll do it unplugged! Preschoolers will have too much fun to realize they're learning literacy, logical thinking and problem-solving skills, which will help them succeed in a digital world.

Summer Camps · Science & Technology

Engineers use principles of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) to explore simple and advanced structures and mechanics. They think critically and problem solve as they use design technology. Develop these essential skills as you experiment, hypothesize and evaluate interesting and engaging STEM activities and experiments. Camp games, sports, arts & crafts and swimming complement the learning. Note: The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required.

Preschool Programs · Science & Technology

A child's curiosity begins at home and continues in the classroom. Using the principles of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) young learners explore and discover through fun and engaging hands-on activities and experiments. These cooperative, unplugged activities teach STEM vocabulary and fundamentals (teamwork, critical thinking, problem solving and creativity) as well as basic engineering concepts to help them understand their surroundings.

Summer Camps · Science & Technology

A child's curiosity begins at home and continues in the classroom. Using the principles of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) young learners explore and discover through fun and engaging hands-on activities and experiments. These cooperative, unplugged activities teach STEM vocabulary and fundamentals (teamwork, critical thinking, problem solving and creativity) as well as basic engineering concepts to help them understand their surroundings. Camp games, sports, arts & crafts and water play complement the learning. Camp games, sports, arts & crafts and water play complement the learning. Note: The camp day is 8:30am to 4:30pm. Camp programming runs from 9am to 4pm. Before & After Care is available for campers who require care before the camp day begins, from 7:30-8:30am, and after the camp day has ended, from 4:30-6pm. Separate registration is required.