Frequently Asked Questions

What is the counselor to camper ratio

About 6:1 One of the best in Ottawa to ensure that each child receives the attention they deserve.

What age are our campers?

We accept children that are between 5 1/2 and 12 years old as Campers and 13 year olds as Junior Counselors. Junior Counselors are between campers and our Assistant Counselors. So they are given additional responsibilities by our counselors, but still have lots of fun participating in all the activities.

Do I have to sign up for all 4 weeks?

No. Some of our campers attend all four weeks, while others pick from one to 4 weeks. Our activities and outings change each week, so there is enough variety that children will have a different experience each week.

Is there a payment installment plan?

Yes. We can take small weekly payments up to the end of June, so that you don't have to pay all at once. We can set up an installment plan over the phone or in person. Please contact us to make arrangements.

How much of the day is spent indoor and outdoors?

About 70% of the camp week is spent outside weather permitting

How long has the camp been running?

More then 10 years

How old are the summer camp counselors?

Our camp Director is an adult and is the same person that runs our after school program during the school year. Our counselors are generally attending college or university and our A/Counselors are high school students. Most of our counselors are also students and instructors in our martial arts programs.

Are vehicles used?

Only when we travel to Mooney's Bay. We use our two Dodge Grand Caravans's and a Chartered school bus when we go to the beach. Counselors are on the bus and in the van. Campers are all on the bus. Otherwise, everyone walks as a group to our destinations which are all within a 25 minute walking distance.

What should my son/daughter bring to camp each day?

A comprehensive list will be emailed to everyone prior to the start of camp but some items include:

Lunch
Snacks
Water bottle
Sun screen
Hat
Weather appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes
A proper backpack
Swim suit and towel (and life jacket for ages 5 to 7 or non swimmers) on pool and beach days

What should my son/daughter bring on Pizza Lunch Days?

We have a pizza lunch day periodically. We order Plain Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza's. On those days pack snacks, water bottle and other drinks for your child. Pizza lunch is included in the price of the camp registration fees.

Purple Cow Ice Cream Days

We take the kids for ice cream periodically. This is obviously something the kids really look forward too each week. Ice cream is the only item not included in the camp registration price. On ice cream days we suggest you pack $5 in your child's backpack. For children that are lactose intolerant or allergic to peanuts there are other treat options for the children to choose from.