Summer Day Camps
Days of adventure, just around the corner!
Our summer day camp programs are designed to give each camper an opportunity to learn and grow while having the most fun imaginable. We offer programming for children aged 4 to 15 in London and 4 to 12 in Ilderton.
All of our camps include outdoor activities and out trips each week (weather permitting), and swimming at the Club!
We offer something for kids of all ages and abilities.
To learn more about our Inclusion program click here or contact our staff by email or call 519-434-9115 ext. 242.
fees & Important Dates
Daily snacks and Friday lunches are included.
Camp Dates: July 2nd to August 30th, 2024 (No camps on July 1st and August 5th, 2024)
Camp Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. *Extended care is available for an extra fee only in London.
Subsidy is available. If you are receiving a subsidy, you must be pre-approved for camp by your case worker. A $25 non-refundable registration deposit applies per camper (for city subsidy/Ontario Works clients). If you are receiving subsidy, you must contact us to receive the registration form AND make sure you have profiles on RecDesk with membership(s) for each of your child(ren)/youth registering for camp.
Cancellations/Refunds: If you are canceling your camp registration, you must provide in writing a notice of the cancellation at least two (2) weeks before the camp week starts in order to receive a refund, minus a $15 administration fee per child per cancellation notice.
Camp Schedules: Registered families will receive a copy of the schedule in their e-mail prior to the start of the camp week. Please note that all schedules are subject to change due to a variety of factors including weather. We also ask that you send your child to camp with weather appropriate attire and footwear suitable for physical activity. Examples of our P.A. Day schedules can be found here.
Registration is open!
^G.A.M.E. Camp, S.T.E.A.M. Ahead and Super Skills are specialty camps with special rates as indicated with a ^ symbol below.
BGC Members
5-Day weeks
$240-$255^ per child, per week
4-Day weeks
$205-$220^ per child per week
BGC Visitors
5-Day weeks
$260-$275^ per child, per week
4-Day weeks
$225-$240^ per child per week
Extended Care Sessions
Early Care (7:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.)
$5 per day, per child or $20 per week
($15 per child per week for July 2 to 5, August 6 to 9)
After Care (5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
$5 per day, per child or $20 per week
($15 per child per week for July 2 to 5, August 6 to 9)
Only available in London.
Early and After Care sessions are two separate sessions. Early Care ($20 per week, per child) + After Care ($20 per week, per child) = $40 per week per child total for Extended Care sessions.
Reminders:
If you are receiving subsidy, you must contact us to receive the registration form AND make sure you have profiles on RecDesk with membership(s) for each of your child(ren)/youth registering for camp. If you are receiving a subsidy, you must be pre-approved for camp by your case worker. A $25 non-refundable registration deposit applies per camper (for city subsidy/Ontario Works clients).
If your child(ren)/youth has a disability, please complete the All Kids in Camp form FIRST and send it to our Inclusion Coordinator (inclusion@bgclondon.ca).
Learn more about our camps!
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Adventure Ready
Ages 6 to 13
A combination of indoor and outdoor activities. From fishing to creative arts, sports and more, campers will get ready, set, go for adventure!
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All Stars
Ages 6 to 13
Sports and active games that are suitable for all abilities and interests!
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Camp-a-Saurus & Explorers
Ages 4 to 5
Active games, interactive/sensory activities and music are just a sample of what campers will experience. Make new friends and learn new skills!
There is no difference between the camps Camp-a-saurus and Explorers. Both offer the same experiences for camp participants but in a smaller group setting.
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Camp Discover
Ages 12 to 15
Youth will learn, play and grow with peers through a variety of tasks, initiatives and learning opportunities.
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Creative Arts
Ages 6 to 9
Let your creativity and imagination run wild! This camp explores a variety of different creative arts and music.
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G.A.M.E. Camp^
Ages 7 to 11
Games And Media Exploration Camp is the program emphasizing new gaming experiences!
Discover new games and dig into old classics while developing cooperation skills, problem solving skills and sportsmanship.
$255-$275 per child, per week.
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Kamp I Direct
Ages 6 to 13
This camp allows children to choose some of their activities for part of the day.
At the start of the day, a morning and an afternoon stream of three activities are scheduled and children can sign up for the options provided.
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S.T.E.A.M. Ahead^
Ages 8 to 13
Embrace your curiosity, get ready to try hands-on experiment and learn!
Explore scientific myths, get messy, make things bubble and possibly go bang, safely.
$255-$275 per child, per week.
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Super Skills^
Ages 6 to 11
Social Skills are fun, interactive, and an inclusive way for children to learn about themselves.
Suitable camp for children who may have anxiety and struggle with large groups.
$255-$275 per child, per week.
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Ilderton, ON
Ages 4 to 12
No extended care sessions are available at this location.
This camp site will not be open for Week 9 (August 26th to 30th).
This camp is based at the Ilderton Community Centre and Arena. Participants enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and other fun activities with weekly themes such as Science, Olympics and Carnival!
One day each week, the camp travels to BGC London for swimming and other activities.