Robotics

*Campers work collaboratively in small groups on robotics projects. All sessions include instruction on building their robot and computer programming concepts, while offering appropriate challenges for both beginners and those with advanced robotics experience.

Toy Hacker
For youth finished grades 4 to 8
July 18 to 22, August 22 to August 26  

Get ready for a week of taking apart toys, investigating what is inside, and adding your own new components to create a completely new toy! Campers will work with robotics, circuit boards, plush toys and more. We ask each camper to bring in a few toys at the beginning of the week to add to the workshop parts inventory. They won’t be recognizable when the hackers are done and ready to bring their inventions home.   

Robotics: Simple Machines 
For youth finished grades 4 to 8
July 4 to 8

Design a robot with moving parts that can perform tasks such as lifting, grabbing, or launching. Campers predict outcomes, run trials, record results, and explore the basic mechanical principles of gears, levers, pulleys, wheels, and axles.   

NEW! Junior Robotics 
For youth finished grades 2 & 3
July 11 to 15, July 25 to 29 and August 29 to September 2

Here it is folks! Your budding engineer or software architect is invited to work with us to build cool robots and simple machines. Using Lego WeDo 2.0 kits, campers will learn how gears, belts, motors, and computers bring robots to life. 

TECHNOLOGY  

Coding
For youth finished grades 4 to 8
July 18 to 22

Dive into the world of coding. You will be surprised at how much we depend on code every day. We invite you to learn basic coding skills with devices such as Sphero and OzoBots. As your skills develop, we will move on to creating full programming with specialized software such as Tynker.  

Game Design
For youth finished grades 4 to 8
July 11 to 15, August 22 to 26

Game designers are the storytellers of our time! We offer an introduction for new game designers and advanced skills for pros. Explore and learn the principles of game design through hands-on learning exercises and instructor-led workshops using the game software Construct. Please bring your own USB/flash drive to save your game for home. 

Film Making
For youth finished grades 4 to 8
Combine storytelling, technology, and artistic expression in this creative week of film production. Exciting daily challenges will help you learn about a variety of film and video editing techniques. Explore how to capture movement, and the impact of lighting. Experience a variety of film techniques such as animation, stop motion, Claymation and special effects. Expect to work collaboratively with a small group. 

ECO Leader’s
For youth finished grades 4 to 8
July 18 to 22, August 29 to September 2

Calling all young climate activists! Come connect with nature while you build the skills and confidence required to make a real difference. Develop your leadership skills and become a true steward of the global environment. Explore various energy sources while building a working wind turbine and discover how clothes and electronics are made. Experience the importance of conservation and how our choices can have both immediate and long-term impacts.

YU MakerFaire
For youth finished grades 4 to 8
July 4 to 8, August 22 to 26
 

Imagine and make! This camp is designed to get you into the creative maker movement. Use camp tools, like our Carvey in the Brock University Makerspace, to design and build your own toys, games, or artistic designs. Experiment with a variety of tools and materials throughout the week to prepare for the end of week MakerFaire. 

Mini-Med
For youth finished grades 4 to 8
July 11 to 15, July 25 to 29

Experience the fascinating world of health and medical science, while exploring the wonders of the human body and modern science. Identify symptoms, read x-rays, observe vital signs, discuss nutrition, evaluate sport performance, and look at a virus through a microscope. Create a brochure and develop an awareness campaign for diseases of interest and participate in team building, communication and leadership.  

THE ARTS

Yogis & Wellness
For youth finished Grades 2 to 8
July 11 to 15, August 29 to September 2

Young yogis will experience this week of mindfulness through storytelling and collaborative activities. They will be learning poses inspired by animals, plants, and constellations (for example, the history of Tortoise Pose). These little yogis will be aligning the chakras and using their Zen energy to create items that will help them apply this mindfulness lifestyle at home! Projects may include bath bombs infused with their favourite oil and environmentally friendly bookmarks, bags or other textiles.  

Canvas & Clay
For youth finished Grades 2 to 8
July 18 to 22, August 22 to 26, August 29 to September 2

Explore your artistic side! Through sketching, painting, sculpting and pottery, you will be able to find your artistic calling and see how your muse speaks to you as you make one-of-a-kind creations. You could be the next Picasso or Georgia O’Keeffe. This camp will help you find out where you shine in the world of art.  

Creative Stage
For youth finished Grades 2 to 8
July 4 to 8, July 25 to 29

Get behind the scenes and join us for a variety of backstage activities that bring theatrical productions to life. You will work on acting, movement, stage craft and voice techniques as you take part in theatre and improv activities.  Create your own show, inspired by story books, fairy tales, games or your own imagination.  

Cartooning Around                                                                                                    For youth finished Grades 2 to 8
July 11 to 15

Get your fun ideas down on paper and cartoon around! Tell stories with emotion and personality as you showcase your drawing skills and create your very own portfolio.

YU ADVENTURES

Outdoor Pursuits 

For youth finished Grades 2 to 8
July 4 to 8, July 25 to 29 and August 22 to 26
Looking for a great outdoor adventure? Learn skills such as communication, team building, problem solving, and eco-awareness while exploring Brock’s unique eco-system along the Niagara Escarpment. Build shelters and learn about geocaching and environmental stewardship principles such as “leave no trace”.

Adventure Climbing  

For youth finished Grades 4 to 8
July 11 to 15, July 18 to 22 and August 29 to September 2
Immerse yourself in all things climbing! Youth University is home to a 10-route outdoor rock-climbing wall. We invite you to conquer it. Whether you’ve never climbed before and want to learn some basic techniques, or you want to push yourself to get further into the sport, Adventure Climbing is right for you. You will learn specific sport climbing techniques, how to tie climbing knots, how to warmup, and, of course, how to prevent injuries. You will also spend time slack lining and develop teamwork skills on our low ropes course and 30-ft high rope challenge course. 

LEADERS IN TRAINING  
 
July 18 to July 29 – 2 weeks  
For youth finished Grades 8 to 11 
 
Everyone has the skills to serve as a role model, take this opportunity to start your journey to leadership success. Discover the principles of program design as well as individual and group development, while exploring your own personal leadership style and values.  
 
As a Leader in Training you will: 
• tap into your personal leadership skills 
• develop effective interpersonal communication skills 
• gain the confidence to overcome obstacles and accomplish goals 
• work alongside a YU mentor in creating exciting adventures for youth 
• receive a certificate for 30 hours of volunteer service. 

Downtown Acting 101
Finished Grades 4 to 8 
  
Do you like drama? Do you have a big imagination? Work on acting and voice techniques, what it means to be “on stage”, and how to leave a lasting impression with your audience. Take part in theatre and improv activities like acting out a video game or choreographing a chase, and work toward a final production by the end of the week. 

Downtown Arts Media
Finished grades 4 to 8 
July 11 to 15, August 8 to 12 
 
Young artists will love this camp! Create a variety of works using mediums that may include charcoal, splatter painting, clay, mixed media and paper making. Arrive at camp prepared to get messy and work with your hands each day. 

Downtown Game Design
Finished grades 4 to 8 

 
Game designers are the storytellers of our time! We offer an introduction for new game designers and advanced skills for pros. Explore and learn the principles of game design through hands-on learning exercises and instructor-led workshops using the game software Construct. Please bring your own USB/flash drive to save your game for home. 

SPORTS SCHOOL  

Finished Grades 1 to 8
July 4 to 8, July 11 to 15, July 18 to 22, July 25 to 29, August 22 to 26, August 29 to September 2

Sports school aims to expose youth to a variety of new and familiar sports to build lifelong sport participation skills. From traditional sports such as baseball and volleyball to new activities such as tchoukball and kinball, we will develop skills and have fun in a safe environment. Utilizing our unique facilities here at Brock U campers will also have opportunities for indoor rowing and fencing! Sports School is a week packed with active, fair play and new experiences.

Junior Lifeguard  

Finished Grades 3 to 8
July 4 to 8, July 11 to 15, July 18 to 22, July 25 to 29, August 22 to 26, August 29 to September 2

An introduction to the world of lifesaving and lifeguard competitions. This camp was designed for a serious purpose, but the process is pure fun. The club stresses skill development based on personal best achievements. This program includes swimming, cooperative games, competitive games, diving, shadow guarding, lifesaving skills, rescues, first aid, and crafts!  Pre-requisite: Canadian Swim to Survive Standard 

Synchronized Swimming 

Finished Grades 1 to 8
July 11 to 15, August 22 to 26  

Synchronized swimmers have the strength of a gymnast, the endurance of a swimmer, and the grace of a dancer. Campers will build their flexibility, endurance and overall comfort in the water. Campers should be comfortable in deep water, able to submerge while holding their breath and tread water for 20 seconds.  

AquaSport 

Finished Grades 1 to 8
July 18 to 22, August 29 to September 2  

AquaSport provides an opportunity for campers to try out various water sports in a fair and safe aquatic environment. Activities include water polo, synchronized swimming, springboard diving, lifeguard skills and more. Aquasport emphasizes fitness, skill development, fair play and cooperation.  

Lifesaving Sport FUNdamentals 

Finished Grades 1 to 8
July 4 to 8, July 25 to 29  

Improve your strokes with 25 m swims of front crawl, back crawl and whip kick. With 100 m workouts and 25 m sprints, fitness levels should increase. Touch and go turns will also be introduced. Hitting a target with a rope, movement with flippers, swimming underneath an obstacle, securing a rescue tube to a manikin and treading water while supporting an object, are some of the sport skills to be enjoyed.  

Pre-requisite: Participants should be comfortable in the deep end, able to swim 25 meters and tread water for 45 seconds. Swimmer 3. 

Basketball U9 & U13
July 4 to 8 and July 11 to 15

Girls Basketball U14
August 22 to 26

This action-packed hoop experience will provide fundamental instruction with basketball specific drills, daily competitions, and 5-on-5 full court officiated games. This camp teaches the game we love in a team environment that builds friendship and basketball abilities. Whether you’re looking to challenge yourself, improve your skills or just want to try a new sport, Brock Basketball camp is the place to do it. You will also be inspired by the Brock coaches & your favourite Badgers.

Volleyball

Grades 2 to 4 and Grades 5 to 10
July 18 to 22, 2022
$245

Join our Varsity volleyball players for a week of skill development in serving, volleying, passing, blocking and spiking. Our Volleyball Camp is designed to teach fundamental skills and to build confidence, learn about teamwork and celebrate success. Activities, drills and modified games will be used throughout the week, and athletes will also take part in individual skills contests and tournaments.

Fencing (half-days)

Juniors finished grades 2 to 5 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Seniors finished grades 6 to 12 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
$122/week

As a combat sport, fencing calls on agility, reflexes, tactical smarts, discipline, and hand-eye coordination. This graceful sport combines strength, patience, peace of mind, and speed as it improves coordination and posture while providing aerobic exercise and strength training.

For youth finished grades 1 to grade 8.

Cheerleading includes stunts, pyramids, dance, tumbling, jumps, and of course cheer! Come join our popular Cheerleading camp at Brock University lead by exceptional Cheer team. No previous experience is necessary as campers will be evaluated on Monday and placed into groups accordingly. Our cheerleading camp is designed to build confidence, learn teamwork, build trust, develop skills, and celebrate success. Campers will also have the chance to swim at Brock’s pool!