Build-An-Athlete Summer Camp Packages 6-9YRS & 9-12YRS, CO-ED

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4 Week Packages available for July & August

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Sport Tots Camp 4-5YRS, CO-ED

Fun activities will introduce children to sport. Focus will be on developing fundamental movement skills like throwing, running, jumping, catching, balance and coordination through games. Traditional sports such as baseball, soccer, and basketball will be modified to match the development level of participants.

Offered weekly: July 2-Aug 9 PM

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Explorer Tot Camp 4-5YRS, CO-ED

Oval Explorer Tots will experience it all; multi-sport games, physical movement fundamentals and a few 30 minute skating lessons throughout the week. Come explore the Richmond Olympic Oval! Camp includes skate and helmet rentals.

Offered: July 2-5 AM, July 22-26 AM, July 29-Aug 2 AM & Aug 19-23 AM

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Soccer Tots Camp 4-5YRS, CO-ED

*New this summer!

Soccer for tots- a camp that develops gross motor skills, and the ability to use your feet to achieve a variety of movement challenges. This program develops foot dexterity and foundational movements through fun activities and games.

Offered: July 15-19 AM & Aug 12-16 AM

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Rugby Tots Camp 4-5YRS, CO-ED

*New this summer!

Fun rugby themed activities will introduce children to flag rugby. Focus will be on developing fundamental movement skills like throwing, running, catching and coordination through games. Other traditional sports such as soccer and basketball will be incorporated throughout the week.

Offered: Aug 6-9 AM

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Racquet & Paddle Tots Camp 4-5YRS, CO-ED

Introduce Badminton, Tennis and Table Tennis to your Tot! Learn the proper movements associated with badminton, progressive tennis and table tennis in our world class facility. Participants will be introduced to rules of the games and learn proper grips, basic shots and body positioning.

Offered: Aug 19-23 PM

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Tumble Tots Camp 4-5YRS, CO-ED

Bouncing, somersaults, cartwheels and more! Tumble Tots will introduce body awareness and physical movement fundamentals. Through game play, camp activities will focus on developing running, jumping, rolling, coordination and balance.

Offered: July 8-12 AM & Aug 12-16 PM

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Hockey Tots Camp 4-5YRS, CO-ED

Time to start playing hockey! Tots get introduced to Canada’s game through fun activities and games which focus on fundamental skating and hockey skills. Other traditional sports such as soccer and basketball will be incorporated throughout the week. Full hockey gear and basic skating skills are required.

Offered: July 15-19 AM & Aug 6-9 AM

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Get Skills 6-7 YRS & 8-10YRS CO-ED

The ultimate multi- sport experience! Kids will take part in a variety of Oval activities such as soccer, basketball, table tennis, badminton and plenty of fun games, it will be an action packed week. This sport camp is based on Canadian Sport for Life – the goal of Oval camps is to build fundamental movement skills such as catching, running, jumping, throwing, balance and coordination, while instilling the confidence and passion to play sport for life!

Offered weekly: 9am-12pm | 1pm-4pm | 9am-4pm

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Try Triathlon Camp 9-13YRS, CO-ED

Swim! Bike! Run! The sport of triathlon is a racing event which test athletes in three different disciplines: swimming, biking and running. In this introductory camp participants will learn the basics of each part of the race through fun games. Aspects of the sport such as transitioning between activities, and supporting other racers will also be emphasized. The week will wrap up with a mini-event! Participants must feel comfortable in deep water and bring their own bike and helmet.

Offered: July 8-12 9am-4pm

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Racquet, Paddle n’ Putter Camp 6-9YRS, CO-ED

Learn the proper movements associated with badminton, table tennis, progressive tennis and golf – all sports that utilize hand-eye coordination and striking skills. Participants will be introduced to rules of the games and learn various grips, shots, basic footwork, and body positioning, while developing fundamental athletic movements.

Offered: July 2-5  PM, July 22-26 PM, Aug 19-23 AM

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Badminton Blast Camp 9-12YRS & 12-15YRS, CO-ED

Blast your skills to the next level in this camp for both beginners and advanced players. This camp will provide instruction on the rules of the game while challenging players’ abilities. Participants will be instructed on skills ranging from serving, strokes, footwork, body positioning and more. Players can expect both singles and doubles play in mini-tournament framework.

Offered: July 2-5, July 22-26, July 29-Aug 2, Aug 12-16.

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Baseball Summer Camp 7-10YRS, CO-ED

Catching, Hitting, Throwing – get ready to learn and have fun at the Richmond Olympic Oval. Learn the basics of baseball and have fun in the Oval’s batting cages.

Offered: July 2-5 PM & Aug 12-16 PM

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Learn to Climb Camp 6-9YRS & 9-12YRS, CO-ED

*New this summer!

This camp introduces young climbers to the sport and focuses on the fundamentals of climbing safety and technique. During the camp, participants will learn some basic rope work, auto-belay and bouldering safety, and be given many chances to climb.

Offered: July 8-12 PM & July 29-Aug 2 PM

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Learn to Dance Camp 6-9YRS, COED

*New this summer!

This camp introduces participants to the world of dance. Participants will practice and hone skills with dance lessons, learn new techniques from Oval dance instructors, and have the opportunity to fully explore their abilities. They may learn  hip hop, ballet, jazz, break dancing or another kind of dance.  All abilities and levels welcome.

Offered July 8-12 PM

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Dance + Cheer Camp 6-12YRS, GIRLS

Presented in partnership with Panther Cheer, this camp is a must-do for any cheer or dance fan! Performing with popular upbeat music in a fun and enjoyable environment, young athletes will concentrate on chants, high energy dance moves, flexibility and strength.

Offered: Aug 6-9 PM & Aug 19-23 PM

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Fencing Skills Camp 6-12YRS, CO-ED

Learn what it takes to be a sword master in the historic sport of fencing, one of the only sports featured in every modern Olympic Games. We’ve teamed up with Igor Gantsevich, member of the Senior National Fencing Team and Head Coach at Dynamo Fencing to develop this exciting sport camp.

Offered: July 15-19 PM & Aug 19-23 PM

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Field Hockey Skills Camp 9-12YRS, CO-ED

*New this summer!

The Richmond Oval is excited to offer a week-long camp dedicated to Field Hockey. Develop both individual techniques, such as stick-handling, passing, receiving, shooting, and game play tactics.

Offered: Aug 12-16 PM

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Floorball Skills Camp 9-12 YRS

Learn the fundamentals of Floorball, an exciting European sport gaining increased popularity in Canada. Develop both individual techniques, such as stick-handling, passing, receiving, shooting, and game play tactics.

Offered: July 22-26 AM

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GO! Girls in Motion Camp 6-9YRS & 9-12YRS, GIRLS

This camp is designed specifically to meet the needs of girls. Activities will focus on sports and physical activities which are traditionally female-oriented such as Rhythmic Gymnastics, Cheer Leading and Dance.

Offered: July 2-5, July 15-29, July 29-Aug 2 & Aug 12-16

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Girls Only Sport Camp 6-9YRS & 9-12YRS, GIRLS

A chance to build sport skills and confidence in a girls only environment this is a special week of the summer. The camp will focus on skill development in ball sports such as volleyball, basketball, soccer, baseball and tennis while emphasizing the enjoyment of the social aspect of sport.

Offered: Jul 8-12 & July 22-26

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Learn to Golf Camp 6-9YRS & 9-12YRS, CO-ED

This camp will provide players the opportunity to develop knowledge and appreciation for the sport of golf. Throughout this camp athletes will learn proper technique for putting, pitching, chipping and full swing while using a variety of different golf clubs.

Offered: July 15-19 & July 29-Aug 2

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Hockey Skills Development Camp 6-9YRS, CO-ED

This camp is intended for beginner to intermediate players with some hockey experience. Skill-intensive drills in a fun and upbeat style will build strong fundamental skills of power skating, puck handling, passing, and shooting. Full hockey gear is required.

Offered: July 15-19 AM & Aug 6-9 AM

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Lacrosse Skills Development Camp 9-12YRS, CO-ED

*New this summer!

The Richmond Oval is excited to offer a week-long camp dedicated to Lacrosse, Canada’s national sport. This camp is intended for beginner to intermediate players with some lacrosse experience. Skill-intensive drills in a fun and upbeat style will build strong fundamental skills for lacrosse including passing and shooting. Full gear is required.

Offered: July 29-Aug 2 PM

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Camp combos combine two camps so your child can get a full day experience through a variety of different sports. The goal of Oval camps is to build fundamental movement skills such as catching, running, jumping, throwing, balance and coordination, while instilling the confidence and passion to play sport for life! Lunch supervision is provided.

Dragon Birdy Camp Combo 9-12YRS, CO-ED

Dragon Boat in the morning and have a Badminton Blast in the afternoon! This camp combo provides the variety of paddling on the Fraser River in the team sport of Dragon Boating, then focusing on individual Badminton skills in the afternoon in Badminton Blast Camp.

Offered: July 2-5, July 29-Aug 2 & Aug 12-16

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Oval Explorers Camp Combo 6-9YRS, COED

Come experience all that the Oval has to offer. Learn to Skate in the morning on one of our two Olympic sized ice rinks; then climb to new heights in the afternoon with Learn to Climb camp, a new Oval camp that focuses on the fundamentals of climbing safety and technique. When not on the rink or rock wall, participants will play court games and work on movement skills such as running and jumping.

Offered: July 8-12

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Ultimate Birdy Camp Combo 12-15YRS, CO-ED

Have a Badminton Blast in the morning followed by an Ultimate afternoon! This camp combo combines the intricate sports of Badminton and Ultimate. Learn skills ranging from serving, strokes, footwork and body positioning to throwing, catching, running and jumping as well as fair play, teamwork and sportsmanship in this one-of-a-kind camp!

Offered: July 2-5 & July 29-Aug 2

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Figure Skating Prep Camp Combo 6-9YRS & 9-12 YRS, GIRLS

Dance & Cheer Camp paired with Learn to Skate Camp is a perfect combination to learn the basic skills required for figure skating. In the morning, Dance & Cheer Camp will have participants moving to the beat by learning musicality, choreography and rhythm.

Offered: Aug 6-9

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Rugby Birdy Camp Combo 6-9YRS COED

Hit all the FUNdamental movement skills in one camp! Work on running, catching, throwing, speed and agility in the morning with Rookie Rugby Camp then take on Racquet, Paddle n’ Putter Camp in the afternoon and practice striking, coordination and balance skills required for badminton, tennis, table tennis and golf.

Offered: July 2-5

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Get Outdoors Golden Ears Camping 9-12YRS & 13-16YRS, CO-ED

The best introduction to back-packing and camping! Campers will connect with the natural environment with an overnight camping at Golden Ear provincial park for 3 nights.

Offered: July 22-26

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Get Biking Camp 6-9YRS, CO-ED

Gear up for mornings of adventure with our GET BIKING camp. Explore the surrounding areas of the Richmond Oval, including the dyke and local parks. Proper bike safety is emphasized by all our bike leaders. Participants must be able to ride without training wheels. Participants will need a 2-wheel, fully operational bike and a CSA approved bike helmet to join this camp.

Offered weekly: July 2-Aug 16 AM

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Get Outdoors Camp 9-12YRS, CO-ED

Bike crazed kids ride strong this summer with our team of GET OUTDOORS sport leaders. This full day camp will test participants through challenging bike rides and rock climbing!

Offered: July 2-5 & July 15-19

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Extreme Get Outdoors Camp 9-12YRS, CO-ED

Building off our GET OUTDOORS camp, this Extreme week of adventure will have bike crazed kids riding different trails across the lower mainland. Bikers will visit trails in Stanley Park, Lynn Canyon & UBC Pacific Spirit Park.

Offered: July 8-12 & Aug 6-9

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Outdoor Athlete Camp 13-15YRS, CO-ED

A week of adventure! Participants will test their athletics in outdoor pursuits such as standup paddleboarding, hiking, rowing, rock climbing and sports such as ultimate frisbee.

Offered: July 2-5 & July 15-19

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Extreme Outdoor Athlete Camp 13-15YRS, CO-ED

A week of extreme adventure and exploration! Participants will test their athletics in outdoor pursuits such as hiking and high ropes courses and sports such as ultimate frisbee, rowing and rock climbing.

Offered: July 8-12 & Aug 6-9

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Hockey I (Entry Power Skating Camps)

Participants will learn skating technique to optimize their stride and maximize their power output by improving efficiency, explosiveness and edge control. Full hockey gear is required. Participants will be on ice for 1.5hrs.

Offered: 2:30pm-4:00pm – July 2-5, July 29-Aug 2 & Aug 19-23

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Hockey II/III (Intermediate/Advanced)

Participants will learn skating technique to optimize their stride and maximize their power output by improving efficiency, explosiveness and edge control. Please note: Athletes must be able to successfully complete forwards and backwards skating with an understanding of inside and outside edges, basic crossovers and parallel stopping on both the left and right sides. Athletes should have experience playing at a H3, H4 or Atom level. Full hockey gear is required. Participants will be on ice for 1.5hrs.

Offered: 1:00pm-2:30pm – July 2-5, July 29-Aug 2 & Aug 19-23

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Learn to Row 13-15YRS, CO-ED

The camp is designed for those new to rowing. Learn the basics of the stroke sequence and blade work in our state of the art indoor rowing tank and on ergometers (rowing machines). Trips to the UBC Boathouse will allow young athletes to transfer their skills while training on the water.

Offered: July 22-26 PM & Aug 12-16 PM

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Rookie Rugby Camp 6-9YRS, CO-ED

Learn one of Canada’s fastest growing sport with this introduction to Rookie Rugby! This is a non-contact form of rugby where players use flags to tackle. Players will work on individual skills such as passing accuracy and catching technique, as well as work in a team environment to help develop defensive strategies and learn offensive attacking and scoring tactics. This camp is an introductory to the sport focusing on basic rugby principles and skills.

Offered: July 2-5 & Aug 6-9

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Learn to Skate Camp 6-9YRS & 9-12YRS, CO-ED

Complete your Learn to Skate levels at Camp! Participants will skate an average of an hour per day which is the equivalent of two full skating lessons. Qualified Learn to Skate Instructors will teach skills and give campers opportunity to practice through fun ice-games. Please note on-ice sessions will have participants broken into groups based on skating ability.

Offered: July 8-12, July 15-19, July 29- Aug 2, Aug 6-9 & Aug 12-16 AM

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Brazilian Soccer School Camp 6-9YRS, CO-ED

This camp is coached by Huw Harris of Brazilian Soccer School. Soccer loving kids get the chance to advance their skills while having fun. The basics of soccer such as ball control, passing, and dribbling will be taught. Fun games oriented to expand participants’ agility, balance, coordination and foot dexterity will be played.

Offered: July 8-12 AM, July 22-26 AM, Aug 6-9 PM & Aug 19-23 PM

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Brazilian Soccer School Camp 9-12YRS, CO-ED

This camp is lead by Huw Harris of Brazilian Soccer School. Participants can expect to focus on developing ball control, technical skills of passing and shooting, speed, creative play and game tactics. Demos and drills will help with skill refinement while games and scrimmages will allow for practice simulating game play. Players should have some soccer experience. All participants must wear shin pads.

Offered: July 8-12 PM, July 22-26 PM, Aug 6-9 AM & Aug 19-23 AM

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Learn to Speed Skate Camp 8-14YRS, CO-ED

Do you have the need for speed? Learn the basics of the fastest human-powered sport on ice in this week-long short track speed skating camp designed for beginner and novice skaters. As the home of the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics Long Track Speed Skating, the Richmond Olympic Oval will provide you with the coaching and resources to give you the ultimate speed skating experience. Each day the camp will spend half the time speed skating and half the time doing multisport games and activities.

Participants will gain on and off-ice knowledge and skill of the sport. Speed skating sessions are led by Head Speed Skating Coach, Nicole Garrido. Speed Skates and helmets will be provided. On-ice portion is fully padded.

Participants must have prior skating experience. Skaters must be able to stand and glide on ice unassisted.

Offered: Aug 19-23 AM

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Active Life & Leadership Camp 12-14YRS, CO-ED

This specialized camp is a combination of awesome sports and fitness activities and sessions focused on leadership development.

Offered: July 8-12, July 29- Aug 2 & Aug 19-23

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Sport Leadership Program 15-18YRS, CO-ED

This unique program offers youth an opportunity to develop their leadership skills through sport over the course of the summer. Participants will complete two National Coaching Certification Program courses: Fundamental Movement Skills and Making Ethical Decisions.

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To apply, willing participants should send resume and cover letter to Allison Grogan by email: agrogan@richmondoval.ca  
Deadline to apply May 31, 2019

Learn to Dragon Boat Camp 9-12YRS, CO-ED

Get in on the excitement and take part in the fastest growing paddling sport in North America. Dragon Boating is a truly inclusive sport that promotes friendship, teamwork and fun.

Offered: July 2-5, July 29 – Aug 2 & Aug 12-16 AM

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Get Wet Camp 9-12YRS, CO-ED

Do you want a totally unique experience this summer? GET WET provides an opportunity to dive into exploring all the activities and communities surrounding indoor and outdoor pools across Richmond and Vancouver.

Offered: July 2-5 & Aug 6-9

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Ultimate Camp 12-15YRS, CO-ED

*New this summer!

Get started with a well rounded introduction to the sport of Ultimate Frisbee. In this camp, you will learn the basics of throwing, catching, cutting and defence. Participants will be introduced to a variety of techniques that will develop endurance, speed, agility, hand eye coordination, and most importantly, fun and an appreciation for the sport.

Offered: July 2-5 PM & July 29-Aug 2 PM

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Atomic 1 and 2 Volleyball Summer Camp 9-12YRS, CO-ED

Atomic Volleyball camp is a one week camp that will allow athletes to improve their skills while their competition takes a holiday. Atomic volleyball is for those who already enjoy the game of volleyball or those just being introduced to the sport.

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Performance Development Volleyball Summer Camp

Performance Development volleyball is designed for those athletes ready to take their game to the next level. With an emphasis on position specific training, strength and conditioning, and improving the complete package of skills, this camp will move athletes towards success.

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Extra Supervision: Before Care, After Care & Lunch Supervision

Need a little flexibility in your schedule? Our Extra Supervision time will keep your Oval Kid busy with interactive games, sporting activities or an opportunity to have some free time, all supervised by our experience camp leaders. Lunch Supervision is free if you register for two half-day camps during the same week.

Offered weekly: 8am-9am | 12pm-1pm | 4pm-5pm

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The Richmond Olympic Oval is committed to raising the abilities and performance of local players, and in turn Canadian Hockey. We are excited to offer Summer High Performance Hockey Camps for Atom through to Midget Level players. Our year round programming integrates Hockey Canada’s Long Term Player Development Model.

High Performance Goalie

• Atom – Pee Wee: Aug 12-16
• Atom – Midget: Aug 20-23

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High Performance Player

• Atom – Pee Wee: Aug 12-16

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Club Development Camp 9-14YRS, CO-ED

The Club Development Camp is an open development opportunity for club speed skaters 9-14 years old who are currently competing at the local or regional level. The goal is to provide development opportunities for Learning to Train (L2T) and Training to Train (T2T) skaters who wish to maximize their skating potential. Camp will include dryland, strength & condition, ice sessions and integrated services sessions (nutrition, yoga and sports psychology) tailored to the specific age and ability range. On ice sessions will be held on short track ice.

Offered: July 8-12

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Talent Development Camp

The Talent Development Camp is an opportunity for top junior skaters from Western Canada to train together under a high-performance program. Skater participation is based on performance at national and regional level events, National Qualifiers and the Western Elite Circuit. The goal of the camp is to provide on and off ice guidance and instruction that will positively impact the athletes’ transition into provincial and national development team status.

Offered: July 22-26

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Speed Skating Stage 2 Performance Camp

The Stage 2 Performance Camp is a high-performance training opportunity for top skaters who aspire to compete for BC at a the BC Winter Games or Junior Canadian Championships. Skater participation is based on commitment to improving competitive performance. The goal of the camp is to provide on and off ice guidance and instruction that will positively impact the athletes’ transition into provincial team status.

Offered: Aug 26-29

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High Performance Volleyball Summer Camp 14-16YRS, GIRLS

Volleyball Canada Centre of Excellence High Performance camp is targeted for athletes ages 14-16 who are passionate about volleyball and love high energy training sessions.

Aug 19-23 Register

Aug 26-30 Register

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