Enjoy a fun and safe learning experience at one of the City of Owen Sound's summer programs.
Registration for 2023 summer programs and camps is now open.
For more information, please contact Nicole Olmsted at nolmsted@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 ext. 1256.
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Harrison Park Sports Camp |
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Two fun- filled weeks (5-day camp) of summer sports camp offering the opportunity for your child to enjoy the outdoors, the company of other children, and an introduction to a variety of sports, including soccer, basketball and swimming to name a few! The goal of the camp is for each camper to gain a fundamental understanding of a wide variety of sports and activities. While learning the skills of sportsmanship, competition, sports skills, communication, and team playing. Dates for Week 1: July 10 - July 14, 2023 (5-day camp) Dates for Week 2: August 14 – August 18, 2023 (5-day camp) Times & Ages: Full Day (9AM-4PM, ages 6 to 12) Campers must be within the minimum or maximum age at the start of the program. No exceptions. Location: Harrison Park (75 2nd Avenue East) Instructor: Oliver Clark is a local teacher and lifelong athlete. He has been committed to growing athletics programs and sportsmanship within the community for the last decade. He hopes to continue passing on his love of sports to youth in their critical developmental period through summer camps. Oliver always strives to foster a positive learning environment for every level of athlete. He looks forward to meeting the athletes at camp this year! What to bring: Running shoes, shorts, hat, sunscreen, lunch, and beverage/water A non-resident membership card is not required to register. If your child has an allergy, please refer to our Anaphylaxis Policy and be sure to complete an Individualized Plan. If you would like to register for the Harrison Park Sports Camp online, please click below: Or you can complete the Harrison Park Sports Camp registration form (will be available April 12, 2023) and send via email to nolmsted@owensound.ca. |
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Lacrosse Camp |
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This camp offers an opportunity to improve lacrosse skills in a fun, challenging and encouraging environment. Off-field drills, swimming and outdoor activities will also be included. The expectation is that the camper will have basic knowledge or a keen interest in learning lacrosse. Your child will learn skills such as sportsmanship, and team-playing while improving hand-eye coordination. Dates: Monday, July 17 to Friday, July 21, 2023 (5-day camp) Times & Ages: Full Day (9AM-4PM, ages 6-9) Cost: $300 (HST Exempt) Location: Victoria Park (700 10th Street East) Instructor: Adam Jones is a retired professional Canadian lacrosse player who played for the Toronto Rock in the National Lacrosse League. Jones was also a member of Owen Sound Northstars in the Ontario Senior B lacrosse league and the Langley Thunder in the Western Lacrosse Association (WLA). In 2013 he was named the sixteenth best indoor lacrosse player in the world by Ilindoor magazine. What to bring: Running shoes (including indoor shoes), shorts, hat, sunscreen, lunch, and beverage/water In the case of inclement weather (including extreme heat), participants will be moved into the Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre to continue the camp. A non-resident membership card is not required to register. If you would like to register for the Lacrosse Camp online, please click below: Or you can complete the Lacrosse Camp registration form (will be available April 12, 2023) and send via email to nolmsted@owensound.ca. |
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Hockey Camp |
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| This camp offers an opportunity to improve hockey skills in a fun, challenging, and encouraging environment. Inclusions are a minimum of ten hours per week of on-ice activities such as power skating and hockey skills development. Dryland training, swimming and outdoor activities will also be included. The expectation is that the camper will be aware of how to skate, balance, and stop prior to joining the camp. Your child will also learn skills including sportsmanship, competition, sports skills, communication, and team playing. Dates: July 24 - July 28, 2023 (5-day camp) Times & Ages: Full Day (9AM-4PM, ages 6-9) Cost: $320 (HST Exempt) Location: Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre (700 10th Street East) Instructor:: Mitch Wright's hockey career began with the Arran Elderslie Ice Dogs and Grey-Bruce Highlanders minor hockey association. Mitch then played 4 years of Jr. B. hockey with the Owen Sound Greys and the Elmira Sugar Kings. Graduating from Jr. B, Mitch went on to play 4 years of Canadian University hockey for the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks. Mitch is the head coach for the U18 Grey-Bruce Highlanders as well as one of the organization's skills instructors. Mitch is also co-owner of a hockey skills company that has been operating for over 5 years in Owen Sound. What to bring: CSA approved helmet and full hockey or ringette equipment, including a hockey stick. A non-resident membership card is not required to register. If your child has an allergy, please refer to our Anaphylaxis Policy and be sure to complete an Individualized Plan. If you would like to register for the Hockey Camp online, please click below: Or you can complete the Hockey Camp registration form (will be available April 12, 2023) and send via email to nolmsted@owensound.ca. |
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Soccer Camp |
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Two fun-filled, challenging weeks await the soccer player in your family this summer! Dates for Week 1: July 4-7, 2023 (4 day camp) Dates for Week 2: July 31-August 4, 2023 (5 day camp) Times & Ages: Full Day (9AM-4PM, ages 5-18), Half Day (9AM-12PM, ages 4-18), Advanced Camp (9AM-4PM, ages 10-18) Advanced Camp: This camp is for competitive players. During this camp, the instructors will work with participants on advanced drills such as: possession based soccer, advanced shooting techniques, crossing and finishing, and advanced individual drills. Cost for Week 1 (4 days): $165 for Full Day Camp; $125 for Half Day Camp; $215 for Advanced Camp Cost for Week 2 (5 days): $200 for Full Day Camp; $150 for Half Day Camp; $255 for Advanced Camp Location: Victoria Park (700 10th Street East) Instructors: Oliver Clark is a local soccer leader and has captained the Owen Sound Men's United in recent years in the Ontario Soccer League and Kitchener District Soccer League. He has coached and facilitated local soccer programs since 2014. Nicole Evans is a local soccer leader and has spent multiple seasons with the Niagara College Knights as a midfielder. She has also captained the Owen Sound Women's United and has coached locally in recent years. What to bring: Running shoes (including indoor shoes), shorts, hat, sunscreen, lunch, and beverage/water In the case of inclement weather (including extreme heat), participants will be moved into the Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre to continue the camp. A non-resident membership card is not required to register. If you would like to register for the Soccer Camp online, please click below: Or you can complete the Soccer Camp registration form (after March 1, 2023) and send via email to nolmsted@owensound.ca. |
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Hockey Skills Development Program |
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Focusing on developing a player's shooting, passing, puck control, and puck protection, our Hockey Skills Development Program will ensure you are ready for the upcoming season. Dates: Wednesdays, June 14 - August 2, 2023 Levels: U10 to U11 (ages 9-10), U12-U13 (ages 11-12), U14 to U16 (ages 13-15) Goalies: If your child is a goalie and would like to participate in their age level as the goalie, please contact Lauren Stewart at lstewart@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 ext. 1256 to register. Times: U10-U11 (4PM-5PM), U12 to U13 (5PM-6PM), U14 to U16 (6PM-7PM) Cost: $175 Location: Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre (700 10th Street East) Instructor: Brad Tiley played for the Owen Sound Greys and won an OHL Championship with the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds during a three year Major Junior career. Brad's 18 year career in pro-hockey led him to stops in the NHL (Phoenix Coyotes and Philadelphia Flyers), AHL, IHL, Europe, and Asia. In 2000, Brad won the Eddie Shore Award as the AHL's Top Defenseman. Brad has also served as an Assistant Coach of the Owen Sound Attack. What to bring: CSA approved helmet and full hockey or ringette equipment, including a hockey stick A non-resident membership card is not required to register. If your child has an allergy, please refer to our Anaphylaxis Policy and be sure to complete an Individualized Plan. If you would like to register for the Hockey Skills Development Program online, please click below: Or you can complete the Hockey Skills registration form (after March 1, 2023) and send via email to nolmsted@owensound.ca.
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Power Skating Program |
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Our Power Skating program focuses on control, balance, speed, and endurance. Dates: Tuesdays, June 13 - August 1, 2023 Levels: U8 to U9 (ages 7-8), U10 to U12 (ages 9-11), U13 to U14 (ages 12-13), U15 to U17 (ages 14-16) Times: U15 to U17 (4PM-5PM), U8 to U9 (5PM-6PM), U10 to U12 (6PM-7PM), U13 to U14 (7PM-8PM) Cost: $175 Location: Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre (700 10th Street East) Instructor: Mitch Wright's hockey career began with the Arran Elderslie Ice Dogs and Grey-Bruce Highlanders minor hockey association. Mitch then played 4 years of Jr. B. hockey with the Owen Sound Greys and the Elmira Sugar Kings. Graduating from Jr. B, Mitch went on to play 4 years of Canadian University hockey for the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks. Mitch is the head coach for the U18 Grey-Bruce Highlanders as well as one of the organization's skills instructors. Mitch is also co-owner of a hockey skills company that has been operating for over 5 years in Owen Sound. What to bring: CSA approved helmet and full hockey or ringette equipment, including a hockey stick A non-resident membership card is not required to register. If your child has an allergy, please refer to our Anaphylaxis Policy and be sure to complete an Individualized Plan. If you would like to register for the Power Skating Program online, please click below: Or you can complete the Power Skating registration form (after March 1, 2023) and send via email to nolmsted@owensound.ca. |
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Occasionally a program will be forced to cancel. If this occurs, there might be refunds available depending on certain conditions.
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| YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce | ||||
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The YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce offers several youth programs. Please visit their website for more information and to register. |
Need more information?
Call City Hall at 519-376-4440 ext. 1256 or email Nicole Olmsted for more information on these programs and other recreation opportunities.
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