Spring is in the air and spring break is around the corner. Still not sure what to do when the kids are home? No problem, we have you covered:
Monday March 14 – Friday March 18
Royal BC Museum – Focus on Nature
What: Each week will include a special visit from a Wildlife Photographer of the Year. Kids will learn about photo composition and storytelling. They will venture to Beacon Hill Park to capture nature shots and explore the RBM Natural History Collection. Kids will have their work featured in a mini Wildlife Photographer of the Year inspired display. Camp from 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street
Age: 7-11 years old
Registration Info: $244, register here
BCSPCA Camp
What: Kids will spend the week learning about animals by doing crafts, playing games and listening to guest speakers. Camp from 9:30-3:30pm.
Where: BCSPCA, 3150 Napier Lane
Age: school age
Registration Info: $200, register here
World Cup Soccer Camp
What: Soccer camp features skills development, fun competitions and a World Cup Tournament to end the week. Camp from 9:00am-4:00pm or 1:30pm-4:30pm.
Where: Saanich Fusion, Tyndall Park Turf
Age: 10-15 years old/full day and 6-12 years old/half day
Registration Info: register here
World Cup Soccer Camp
What: Soccer camp features skills development, fun competitions and a World Cup Tournament to end the week. Camp from 9:00am-12:00pm
Where: Victoria Finlayson Turf
Age: school age
Registration Info: 250-361-0732
The Makehouse
What: Interested in learning how to make a top, a dress or a skirt? Learn about the design process, fashion illustration, cutting fabrics from paper patterns and constructing garnets. Don’t forget the finer details such as hemming, zippers, button holes and working with elastics. Class is from 9:00am-12:00pm or 1:00-4:00pm.
Where: 833 1/2 Fort Street
Age: 12-17 years old
Registration Info: $180, basic sewing skills to attend, register here
Young Fun Drama Camp
What: Working with stories that children can identify with. Playing music, movement, art work and creative dramatic play.
Where: Kate Rubin Studio, 845 Fisgard Street
Age: 5-8 years old
Registration Info: $118, register here
Film Camps
What: Four day fun-filled camp working on scenes and commercials, and finding out what it means to be on set. Video-taping and playback are used throughout camp to monitor progress and provide understanding of how to work on camera for young actors. Camp from 10:00am-3:30pm
Where: Kate Rubin Studio, 845 Fisgard Street
Age: 8-11 years old
Registration Info: $95 (4 days), register here
Spring Break Improv Jam
What: Learn to be spontaneous, trust your impulses and work together through Improvisational Theatre. Learn several short and longform Improv formats. Camp from 10:00am-1:00pm
Where: Kate Rubin Studio, 845 Fisgard Street
Age: 12-15 years old
Registration Info: $142, register here
Horseback Riding
What: Learn to ride on a safe, experienced horse from qualified instructors. Programs include riding lessons, horse care and safety around horses. Wear comfortable clothes and boots. 8:30am-12:30pm or 1:00-5:00pm
Where: Braes Mhor Farm, 6476 Oldfield Road
Age: 7-13 years old
Registration Info: $250, register here
ICE – Kids Hockey Camp
What: Great for mid-season conditioning and skills improvement through a morning skills class and afternoon scrimmage. Free shuttle service from Uptown & Panorama. From single day drop-in and 3-5 day flex pass. Camp from 8:30am-3:30pm.
Where: 2657 Wilfert Road
Age: school age
Registration Info: register here, shuttle service email justin@icevictoria.ca
Victoria Gymnastics
What: An great opportunity to increase skill base over a short period of time. Camp from 9:00am-12:00pm
Where: 2051 Store Street
Age: 4-12 years old
Registration Info: $130, register here
Spring Break Kids Choir Camp
What: Activities in nearby parks along with singing, movement, stretching, breathing, body percussion and rhythmical walks.
Where: Oak Bay United Church, 1355 Mitchell Street
Age: 8-12 years old
Registration Info: $90.00, register here
Movie Magic Film Camp
What: This workshop will teach youth how to shoot and edit their own animated claymation movie, music video, short film with props, acting and special effects. Program will conclude with a special gala afternoon premiere for family and friends. 12:00-4:00pm.
Where: Teen Centre – Saanich Commonwealth Place
Age: 10-14 years old
Registration Info: $175, register here.
Eco Camp
What: Explore nature and the beauty of Mt. Doug Park. Outdoor games and activities, campers will learn about the flora and fauna which make up our local west coast environment. Camp from 1:00-4:00pm
Where: Mt. Doug Park
Age: 8-11 years old
Registration Info: $91, call 250-475-7600 to register
Mad Science – Moving With Science
What: Children will learn about cameras – how film captures light and stores images. Learn facts about birds and bugs. Become a junior engineer for the day and build bridges. Camp from 9:00am-12:00pm or 9:00am-4:00pm.
Where: Victoria West Centre, 521 Craigflower Road
Age: 5-12 years old
Registration Info: $210/full day, $125/half day, register here
Mad Science – Science Sleuths
What: Week of investigation and discovery awaits you. Send messages to your friends with a secret code wheel. Hunt down animal tracks and follow hidden scent trails or explore the wonders of gravity. 9:00am-12:00pm or 9:00am-3:30pm
Where: Juan de Fuca Rec Centre, 1767 Island Highway
Age: 6-12 years old
Registration Info: $128/half day or $215/full day, register here.
Camp Curtain Call
What: Experience the magic and fun of acting, playmaking, musical theatre and movement. Explore scenes and songs from a variety of plays and musicals and use new skills to develop an original play. 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: Cedar Hill Rec Centre, 3220 Cedar Hill Road
Age: 9-12 years old
Registration Info: Register here
Spring Break at Camp Pringle
What: Variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Campers will sleep in Laura Butler Lodge. Prepare for the weather. Leave for camp on Sunday March 13 for six fun-filled days.
Where: Camp Pringle, 2520 Shawnigan Lake Road
Age: 7-12 years old
Registration Info: $460, register here.
Byte Camp 3D Animation
What: Spend the week learning modelling, animating and telling your own stories in 3D. Make use of the software to design characters that jump off the screen. Add voices, soundtracks and complete your own animated short film. 9:00am-3:00pm
Where: Windsor Pavilion, 2451 Windsor Road
Age: 11-14 years old
Registration Info: $268, register here
Crafty Spring Camp
What: From clay and sewing to felt-making and painting. Projects based on flowers, bees and butterflies. Plenty of games, stories and outside play. Camp from 1:00-4:00pm
Where: Cedar Hill Rec Centre,
Age: 5-8 years old
Registration Info: $155, register here.
March Break FUN Camp
What: FUN filled exploration of all the natural wonders the city has to offer. Search for hidden treasures, join circus school, laugh, play, dance and sing. Activities included kicking, geo-catching, fort building at Thetis Lake, collaborative art projects, gymnastics, Mount Doug Hike and more. Camp from 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: Fairfield Gonzales Community Centre, 1330 Fairfield Road
Age: 6-12 years old
Registration Info: $225, register here
Junior Golf Camps
What: 1,3 or 5 day day-camps offered. Combine outdoor exercise with golf instructions and learn the game in a fun, exciting way. Includes professional coaching and on course play daily. Camp from 1:30-5:00pm
Where: Highland Pacific Golf,450 Creed Road
Age: 10-14 years old
Registration Info: register here
Bantam Spring Break Camp
What: 1,3 or 5 day day camps offered. Introduction to the FUNdamentals of the game and proper etiquette. On course play, games and contest. Camp from 9:00am-11:30pm
Where: Highland Pacific Golf,450 Creed Road
Age: 6-9 years old
Registration Info: register here
Crafty Spring Break
What: Spring Inspiration. This fun-filled week camp will have your Crafty kid trying out all sorts of fun projects and getting their hands into a wide variety of mediums, from wool to sewing. Camp from 1:00-4:00pm
Where: Cedar Hill Rec Centre, 3220 Cedar Hill Road
Age: 5 – 8 years old
Registration Info: $155 (4 days, includes material) register here
Monday March 21 – Friday March 25
Royal BC Museum – Focus on Nature
What: Each week will include a special visit from a Wildlife Photographer of the Year. Kids will learn about photo composition and storytelling. They will venture to Beacon Hill Park to capture nature shots and explore the RBM Natural History Collection. Kids will have their work featured in a mini Wildlife Photographer of the Year inspired display. Camp from 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street
Age: 7-11 years old
Registration Info: $244, register here
World Cup Soccer Camp
What: Soccer camp features skills development, fun competitions and a World Cup Tournament to end the week. Camp from 1:30pm-4:30pm.
Where: Saanich Fusion, Tyndall Park Turf
Age: 6-12 years old/half day
Registration Info: $105, register here
The Play’s the Thing
What: Will it be comedy, tragedy, adventure, fantasy or all four – the students will decide. Improvisation, ensemble building and theatre devising exercises and techniques, including creative writing. With rehearsal, build a simple set and create costumes. Performance on final day. Camp from 9:00am-3:00pm.
Where: Kate Rubin Studio, 845 Fisgard Street
Age: 9-12 years old
Registration Info: $227 (4 days), register here
Film Camps
What: Four day fun-filled camp working on scenes and commercials and finding out what it means to be on set. Video-taping and playback are used throughout camp to monitor progress and provide understanding of how to work on camera for young actors. Camp from 10:00am-3:30pm
Where: Kate Rubin Studio, 845 Fisgard Street
Age: 12-15 years old
Registration Info: $205 (4 days), register here
Camp Curtain Call
What: Experience the magic and fun acting, playmaking, musical theatre and movement. Explore scenes and songs from a variety of plays and musicals and use new skills to develop an original play.
9:00am-4:00pm
Where: Cedar Hill Rec Centre, 3220 Cedar Hill Road
Age: 6-8 years old
Registration Info: Register here
ICE – Kids Hockey Camp
What: Great for mid-season conditioning and skills improvement through a morning skills class and afternoon scrimmage. Free shuttle service from Uptown & Panorama. Single dray drop-in or 3-5 day flex pass. Camp from 8:30am-3:30pm.
Where: 2657 Wilfert Road
Age: 4-15 years old
Registration Info: register here, shuttle service email justin@icevictoria.ca
Big Dig Volleyball Camp
What: The coaching staff will lead three courts through progressive skill development and team play. T-shirt included. Camp from 1:00-4:00pm.
Where: Claremont Secondary School
Age: grade 7-9
Registration Info: $95 (3 days), register here
Horseback Riding
What: Learn to ride on a safe, experienced horse from qualified instructors. Programs include riding lessons, horse care and safety around horses. Wear comfortable clothes and boots. 8:30am-12:30pm or 1:00-5:00pm
Where: Braes Mhor Farm, 6476 Oldfield Road
Age: 7-13 years old
Registration Info: $250, register here
Sea to Sky Camp
What: This camp will include orienteering, hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, adventure games and crafts. Camp from 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: Rise Adventure & Wellness, 4500 West Saanich Road
Age: 7-15 years old
Registration Info: $262, register here
Old MacDonald’s Farm
What: Join Old MacDonald Farm for a week of adventure. Visit the animals, build and create machinery and barns, dig in the dirt and learn how veggies grow. Songs, crafts, stories and plenty of activities for your little farmer. Camp from 9:30am-12:30pm
Where: Windsor Pavillion, 2451 Windsor Road
Age: 3-5 years old
Registration Info: $83, register here
March Break FUN Camp
What: FUN-filled exploration of all the natural wonders the city has to offer. Search for hidden treasures, join circus school, laugh, play, dance and sing. Activities include hiking, geo-catching, fort building at Thetis Lake, collaborative art projects, gymnastics, Mount Doug Hike and more. Camp from 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: Fairfield Gonzales Community Centre, 1330 Fairfield Road
Age: 6-12 years old
Registration Info: $180 (4 days), register here
Through Your Lens
What: Develop the “eye of the photographer” with your digital camera, studying light, settings, proper exposure and framing. A point-and-shoot digital camera is a must for this camp. From 9:00am-12:00pm
Where: St. Michaels University School, 3400 Richmond Road
Age: 7-11 years old
Registration Info: $105, register here
Spring Break Camp
What: Daily trips include IMAX, Playzone, Ocean Discovery Centre, visit to the Beacon Hill Park and swimming. Camp from 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: Lower Auditorium, Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre
Age: 6-8 years old
Registration Info: $120, register here
Junior Golf Camps
What: 1, 3 or 5 day day-camps offered. Combine outdoor exercise with golf instructions and learn the game in a fun, exciting way. Includes professional coaching and on course play daily. Camp from 1:30-5:00pm
Where: Highland Pacific Golf,450 Creed Road
Age: 10-14 years old
Registration Info: register here
Bantam Spring Break Camp
What: 1, 3 or 5 day day camps offered. Introduction to FUNdamentals of the game and proper etiquette. On course play, games and contest. Camp from 9:00am-11:30pm
Where: Highland Pacific Golf,450 Creed Road
Age: 6-9 years old
Registration Info: register here
Mad Science – Secret Agent
What: The key to be a great spy is your ability to use science to “sniff” out your suspects and uncover their secrets. From decoding messages to metal detectors and night vision, kids will have the opportunity to check out spy equipment. Camp from 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: Victoria West Centre, 521 Craigflower Road
Age: 6-12 years old
Registration Info: $175/full day, $105/half day, register here
Lion’s Pride Gymnastics Camp
What: Camp from 9:00am-11:00am or 9:00am-3:00pm, additional cost for before/after care.
Where: 1060 Henry Eng Place
Age: school age
Registration Info: $100/half day, $190/ full day, register here
Creative Artists Camp
What: An encouraging multimedia introducation to drawing, painting, sculpting and printmaking fun. Develop artistic skills and confidence through imaginative projects and supportive instruction. Camp from 1:00-4:00pm
Where: Cedar Hill Rec Centre, 3220 Cedar Hill Road
Age: 9-12 years old
Registration Info: $85 (4 days, includes material), register here
Kids In The Kitchen
What: A week filled with learning how to cook and bake a variety of delicious foods. camp from 9:00am-1:00pm
Where: Drop-off & Pick-up at North Saanich Middle School
Age: 7-12 years old
Registration Info: 250-655-2180
Swing into Spring
What: Gymnastics! Foam Pit! Trampoline! Tumbletracker and Air Track! Camp from 9:00am-4:00pm or 9:00am-12:00pm or 1:00-4:00pm
Where: Falcon Gymnastics, #208-721 Vanalman Avenue
Age: 5-14 years old
Registration Info: $188/full day, $108/half day, register here
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