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SUMMER CAMP

SUMMER CAMP

Camps run 9:00am – 4:00pm
Before (8:00am to 9:00am) and after-care (4:00pm to 5:30pm) is available for an additional $45.20 per week.

A Gymnastics Ontario (GO) insurance fee is required for all campers and is due 2 weeks before your camp week starts.

You may switch dates/programs if there is space available.

Full week registrations only. Some exceptions may apply for  single day registrations. Please email admin@resolutecenter.ca.

Learn more about all our special camp themes and see the calendar and pricelist below.

SUMMER CAMP THEMES

GYMNASTICS CAMPS (Ages 5-12)

All our gymnastics campers will get to hone their balance beam skills, swing on the bars, race across the tumble track and Ninja Obstacle Course, learn to flip and vault over the cheese mats and burn off every last bit of energy on our trampolines and foam pit. Each week we feature a special theme to enhance the summer camp experience, either Rideau Olympics or Ultimate Survivor. You can read more about the themes below.

The time has come! It is time to show off what you’ve got. Each day, campers will be competing to bring home the gold. Your child will be called to embrace their inner champion! Campers can challenge themselves to beat their personal best and step up to the plate to harness that competitive edge. Get your game face on because the Rideau-Resolute Olympics are here.

A variety of fun games and sports as well as daily crafts to complement the day!

Gymnastics: From flips on the bars to somersaults on the mats, the campers will have tons of gymnastics practice time

Soccer: Matches, Sharks & Minnows,Tic Tac Toe (ball control practice)

Softball/Baseball/Basketball: Matches, Monkey in the Middle, Target Practice

Backyard Games: Get ready for classic summer camp vibes as you enjoy a variety of fun backyard games that can be played in the gym or outside

Target Shooting: Campers get to experience the thrill of archery, hitting the bullseye with fun target practice

And so much more!

Summer is here and we are ready for some serious fun! Campers will be working together in team bonding games and activities while also competing against one other in the ultimate survivor challenges. Get your ready to for some awesome summer fun because the Rideau-Resolute Ultimate Survivor challenge has begun!

A variety of fun games and challenges as well as daily crafts!

Nerf Archery: Get challenged wtih “target practice” and games. (Please note we are using Nerf Archery sets complete with foam tipped arrows, all children will be required to wear safety goggles)

Balance Battles: Compete against others survivors on raised foam blocks with large foam bumpers to try and be the last survivor standing!

Strength Building: With challenges and activities such as tire pulling(with blocks instead of tires), Rope climbing, tug of war and others!

Backyard Games: Scavenger hunts, obstacle courses, and classics that never go out of style

And so much more!

NINJA/PARKOUR CAMPS (Ages 6-12)

Alongside the many exciting themed activities, all campers will have the opportunity to enjoy and learn how to use our gymnastics equipment, outdoor activities, and crafts. Please do not forget to bring clean indoor sneakers for all Ninja Obstacle activities. Each week we feature a special theme to enhance the summer camp experience, either Special Agent Training or Shinobi (ninja) Training. You can read more about the themes below.

Attention parents, Rideau-Resolute is looking to enlist your high caliber agents for a top secret mission. Your mission should you choose to accept it, will put you front and center in the action. We have reason to believe someone has infiltrated the gym. Each Special Agent will be going undercover, as agent recruits! They will be faced with elaborate obstacles and intensive agent training. Your mission is to find the mole and report back to HQ. Good luck agents. This message will self-destruct in 5 seconds….

Campers will embrace their inner Special  Agent, as they learn to conquer the courses laid out for them. Safety gear will be provided for all shooting activities. You are also welcome to bring your own labeled protective eye gear.

Timed obstacle course runs

Special Agent training – (rolls, dives and lots of spy moves)

Target shooting with nerf guns

Special Agent themed crafts

Special Agent filmed action choreography

And so much more!

The way of the ninja is dying and we need shinobi now more than ever! Enlist your ninja into this training camp bc we need them for a high priority mission. This mission will have each shinobi learning the ways of the bow, shuriken and parkour. Each shinobi will learn to conquer each obstacle and will test their new skills in the facility. Our mission is simple, keep the ways of the ninja alive! That is Resolute’s nindo way.

Campers will learn to parkour around the gym and race through our Ninja Obstacle course while perfecting their ninja-style. Safety gear will be provided for all shooting activities. You are also welcome to bring your own labeled protective eye gear.

Timed obstacle course runs

Shinobi training – (jumps, flips, and ninja-like moves)

Target shooting with nerf bows and origami shurikens

Shinobi themed crafts

Ninja action choreography

And so much more!

MARTIAL ARTS CAMP WITH TAEKWONDO FOCUS (Ages 7-15)

Get ready for an exhilarating summer camp experience as you delve into the exciting world of taekwondo, mastering powerful kicks, lightning-fast strikes, and the art of self-discipline!

TUMBLE cAMP
(Ages 8-12)

Feel free to bring your cheer shoes if you’ve got ’em! Wear comfy athletic gear for training and be ready for all the fun activities the rest of day.

Ideally suited for children ages 7-15. Our martial arts camp is a fun and exciting way to learn self-defense, discipline, and respect. With activities such as conditioning drills, circuit training, and sparring, your child will improve their physical and mental well-being while making new friends!

Our week-long program includes daily TaeKwondo classes designed for kids and taught by experienced and enthusiastic instructors.

Activities include:

  • Daily TKD classes, learning patterns, sparring, and self-defense skills 
  • Progress is monitored through a belt system with opportunities testing
  • Fun and engaging activities in our gym facility, including obstacle courses, games, team building, rock climbing, trampolines 
  • Improved physical and mental abilities, increased confidence, love for martial arts

 

Recommended for ages 8-12 and those who have some basic tumbling skills. Tumble  summer camp is here for those who are curious about cheer and those who just love the sport! We will help your kids build the confidence, teamwork skills, and bonds necessary to join a cheer team in the future, stay in competitive form, or just to have fun in a new way.

Campers will work on their tumbling skills and progressions, stunting, and learn a fun mini choreographed routine to present at the end of the week. A strong bridge kickover is the minimum prerequisite required for this camp. Campers will focus on:

Foundational stunting techniques

Flexibility

Perfecting motions

Jump technique

Team building exercises

AWESOME CAMPS

We’ve got some pretty awesome camp themes to meet the variety of interests that kids have! Try a different theme each week and you’ll never be bored! Not only do all awesome campers get to dive into their themes of interest but they also have the opportunity to enjoy and learn how to use our gymnastics equipment, participate in outdoor activities. The ideal ages are camp dependent and groups will be formed based on ages whenever possible.

Ideally suited for children ages 5-12. Do you have a creative child? This is the camp for them! We look to inspire creativity with an exciting variety of crafts and projects. We will kindle your child’s passion for art and sharpen their skills. Pick up your paint brush and grab your pallet because it is time to make Picasso proud!

Campers will have extended time in our fully equipped art studio every day to take on ambitious art projects. We will provide all the materials. The only thing needed is a love of creating as our art-coordinator will guide and teach a variety of projects that you’ll be proud to display. Campers will learn to paint/draw/sculpt and more!

Landscapes

Self-portraits

Clay

T-Shirt & tote bag Designs

Projects may vary depending on age and skill levels.

Ideally suited for children ages 5-12. Is your child intrigued about the world around us? This is the camp for them! Campers will be taking on a variety of experiments which explore the nature of things. Put on your lab coat and fasten your safety goggles, the experiments are about to begin!

Campers will be provided with a variety of fun hands-on science experiments to explore our amazing world through fun and engaging science experiments and tests in each of these fields:

Chemistry: Slime-making and exploding volcanoes.

Physics: Test the strength of your egg drops and bridges.

Biology and Ecology: Collect and study ants and bugs and learn all about our local ecology.

Geology: Collect, study, tumble some rocks and maybe even crack open some geodes.

And much more!

Ideally suited for children ages 5-10.  Do you have a creative little engineer who can doubles as 007 in your household? If the answer is yes, then this camp will be precisely what the doctor ordered. One brick at a time, each camper will take on the activities before them for the title of Ultimate Builder! The other part of the day will also be challenged to crack secret codes and show off their secret agent prowess as they traverse our booby trapped rooms.

There will never be a dull moment! Campers will be taking on a variety of LEGO activities:

Learn to build fantasy creatures (Dragons and Monsters), animals (hedgehogs, sharks, narwhals), buildings (castles, skyscrapers, houses).

Design and race vehicles, such as elastic cars, Wind Racers, LEGO Catapult.

Crack codes, Murder mysteries, and other Secret Agent themed activities.

And so much more!

For children ages 5-12 who love being the center of attention! Campers will explore the thrilling world of dance, music, improv; embrace their acting chops, and showcase their inner star! The spotlight is on you… Lights. Camera. Action!

Every day campers learn dance routines, choreography, participate in skits, re-enact scenes, and develop their performance skills. Parents will be invited into the gym on Friday to marvel at their child’s talents! Activities include:

Structured Dance Choreography

Variety of Improv Games

Participate in short skits/talent show

Movie Snapshot reenactment

Costume Design

And so much more!

For children 8-14 as it requires typing and understanding beginner logic concepts.

Discover programming basics using event-driven coding in our Scratch/Python Programming Camp. They will be challenged to think creatively and code stories, games, and animations.

Campers will primarily be working with Micro:bit. These fun programming tools allow for hours of creative fun.

Micro:bit Robots: Each week children will learn to code a variety of inputs to design their own robot friends.

Scratch Program: Campers will use this to learn introductory Micro:bit activities such as

Mini-Games: like Buzz Wire, Robot Bus, Motorbike Simulator, Step Counter, etc.

Scratch Guitars: Create playable guitars out of cardboard.

Scratch Boom Box: Create a useable Boom Box.

Python Program: For campers who already have some programming experience and want to learn more. Python also allows for countless exciting Micro:bit activities such as:

Name Badges: Program your Micro:bit’s LEDS to spell your name.

Magic 8-Balls: Program your Micro:bit’s LEDS to become a functioning Magic 8-Ball.

Flashing Emotions: Program your Micro:bit’s LEDS to become a smiley face!

Recommended for children 5-12.

Our dance camp is designed to teach kids the fundamentals of dance and choreography. All dance campers will spend time learning a variety of dance styles, including tap, hip hop, contemporary, ballet, and more!

Whether your child is a seasoned dancer or just loves to move to the beat, our camp is the perfect opportunity for them to have fun, make friends, and improve their skills. At the end of each week, kids will show off their moves in a performance for parents and friends. No need to worry about special attire – just wear your camp clothes and get ready to dance your heart out! Our dance camp is guaranteed to be an exciting and unforgettable experience that your child will cherish.Introduction to hip hop, tap, jazz, contemporary, ballet, breakdancing and more!

Themed crafts

End-of-week performance for family and friends

Gym-time fun and games

Outdoor/park time (weather permitting)

Registration and Financial Policies for camp

To register for any program at Rideau Gymnastics, please create an account within our registration portal: app.iclasspro.com

When an account is created, you can:

  1. Register for classes and securely pay online via the registration portal
  2. Call or visit our gym during reception hours to enquire and/or register for classes

Email admin@resolutecenter.ca or admin@rideaugymnastics.org to enquire and/or register for camps

Phone Number: (613) 627-0066

Reception Hours:

Mon – Fri from 3 pm to 7:30 pm and Sat-Sun from 9 am to 1 pm

Our camps are offered to children between the ages of 5 to 15 years old. We do however accept children aged 4 who are fully toilet trained and can use the washroom unsupervised, depending on the camp theme. Administration has the right to contact parents and ask them to take their child home during the camp day if the conditions mentioned above are not respected.

We accept cash, e-transfer, cheque or credit card payment. Please make cheques payable to Rideau Gymnastics. Payment can be made in person, electronically via e-mail transfer admin@rideaugymnastics.org or phone (613) 627-0066. Registrations are not considered confirmed unless registration forms are completed and full payment is received. Returned cheques are subject to a $25.00 service charge.
We are obliged to collect and remit an annual Gymnastics Ontario Insurance and program fee for each student enrolled in gymnastics related program (artistic gymnastics, power tumbling, trampoline, and acrobatics) not included in any of the camp fees. The insurance covers each athlete for the period from July 1st to June 30th each year. As this fee is remitted to Gymnastics Ontario it is non-refundable. Please remember to include it for each child with the first session fees each year following the month of July. Rideau Gymnastics has the right to terminate a child’s registration for non-payment or failure to comply with Gymnastics Ontario and/or club rules and regulations.
Payment is due upon registration for any camp enrollment. Cancellations will be accepted no later than fourteen days prior to the start of the camp date. If, as part of the registration process, a payment covering Gymnastics Ontario Annual Insurance Fee is remitted it could not be refunded. All other cancellation requests will be assessed with the submission of a medical note by a qualified healthcare provider.
Sibling Discount: We offer 10% off for any sibling after the first child is enrolled at regular price.

General Guidelines

Camps run from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm or 4:30 pm (check specific camp schedule).

Early Drop-off from 8:00 am and late pick-up until 5:30 pm is $5.95+tx per day or $25+tx for five days week or $20+tx for four days week.
Participants must be signed in/out by a parent or guardian in the morning upon arrival and before departure.

  1. Lunch and 2 nut-free snacks
  2. Water bottle (can be refilled in the gym)
  3. Hat and sunscreen (for summer camp and PA/PD days)
  4. Gymnastics leotard or comfortable clothing free of strings, hoods, zippers, etc.
  5. Comfortable/athletic footwear (barefoot in gym, gymnastic shoes/water shoes accepted)
  6. Extra set of clothing recommended
  7. Jewelry not permitted, small stud earrings are acceptable
  8. Hair must be pulled back with headband, elastics, and/or barrettes
  9. Do not wear socks or tights because they are slippery on various equipment and therefore potentially dangerous
Please inform us of any physical or medical information regarding your child that may affect their performance. Please keep your child at home if they are feeling ill in order to limit the spread of germs and/or illness!
Rideau Gymnastics is not responsible for any items lost or stolen on our premises. We cannot guarantee the security of personal items left in change rooms during camps and we do not guarantee that lost items will be found. Therefore, please leave all valuables at home. Should you lose something, there is a Lost & Found bin for clothing which we occasionally clear out by donating unclaimed items to charity. Please check it regularly.
Please leave all electronic devices at home. These devices are distracting and can pose as a threat to a camper’s safety and privacy. Please be aware that some families do not want their child using electronic devices as they may not agree with the games or videos being used or played. Cell phones are not necessary because campers have access to a telephone in the gym. Participants may bring books, activity pads and/or work to keep them busy.