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UCC Summer Camps 2015                                                                         11 WEEKS THIS
           Introduction                               Sports Camps                               SUMMER!
Welcome to UCC Summer Camps         4    Sports Camps Overview                         12
Our Staff                           4    Baseball Camp (ages 7-13)                     13
Our Facilities                      5    Junior Basketball Camp (ages 6-9)             14
Free Extended Service               5    Senior Basketball Camp (ages 10-16)           15
Our Features                        6    Golf Camp (ages 9-14)                         16
Medical and Emergency Services      6    Hockey Camp (ages 7-12)                       17
Tips on Planning a Great Summer     7    Lacrosse Camp (ages 7-12)                     18
                                         Senior Landsports Camp (ages 8-12)            19
            Kids Camps                   Junior Soccer Camp (ages 6-9)                 20
                                         Senior Soccer Camp (ages 9-14)                21
Kids Camps Overview                 8    Junior Tennis Camp (ages 7-9)                 22
Kids Camp (ages 4-6)                9    Senior Tennis Camp (ages 10-14)               23
Creative Arts Camp (ages 6-8)       10
Junior Landsports Camp (ages 5-7)   11

                                         PHOTO CREDITS:
                                         Photography by Colleen Papulkas, and Jimmy Machado
UCC Summer Camps 2015 - Sign-up now! 23 sports, kids, arts, and tech camps
Arts Camps
Arts Camps Overview                24
Dance Camp (ages 9-14)             25
Theatre Arts Camp (ages 9-14)      26
Visual Arts Camp (ages 9-14)       27

            Tech Camps
Tech Camps Overview                28
KidTech Camp (ages 5-8)            30
ArtTech Camp (ages 8-14)           30
GameTech Camp (ages 9-14)          30
Film Camp (ages 12-16)             31
Space Camp (ages 8-13)             32

      Leadership Program
Leadership Training (ages 14-16)   33

Campus Map and Information
Summer 2015 Timetable              34
Upper Canada College Map           35
Recreation and Swimming            35
Expectations for Behaviour         36
Refunds & Cancellations            36
How to Register                    37
How to Contact Us                  37

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UCC Summer Camps 2015
    UCC Summer Camps is celebrating its 37th year of outstanding summer
                                                                                Our Staff
    camps for children aged 4 to 16 years. UCC Summer Camps strives to
    offer young people exciting learning opportunities in a variety of          The cornerstone of our camps is the quality of our care-giving. The
    disciplines. We concentrate on participation, cooperation and fun!          Directors of our Camps include teachers from a variety of schools, as
    The Sports Camps teach a variety of fundamentals, with excellent            well as university students, all of whom bring their knowledge,
    instruction for young athletes at the introductory and intermediate         creativity and expertise to the programming of each camp.
    levels. The Arts and Tech Camps provide creative and intellectual           All our camp staff participate in mandatory training workshops and are
    challenges for children of all levels. The Kids Camps offer a broad range   first aid certified. This effective and successful ongoing training
    of activities and sports for children aged 4-8.                             program enables our directors and counsellors to respond to the
                                                                                individual needs of all our campers. We manage camper to staff ratios
                                                                                to ensure excellent supervision in a safe and secure setting. All UCC
                                                                                Summer Camps employees strive to be excellent communicators and
                                                                                love working with children.

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Our Facilities
UCC Summer Camps offers excellent facilities
including a twin pad arena facility, several
playing fields and gymnasia, indoor and outdoor
tennis courts, an indoor pool, an outdoor
sportcourt, theatre and art studios, computer and
science labs, and spacious classrooms.

Free Extended Service
The UCC Summer Camps instructional day begins
at 9:00 a.m. As many parents find it difficult to
pick up their children promptly at 4:00 p.m., all
campers who have not been checked out by 4:15
p.m. will automatically be escorted to our Free
Extended Service. The Extended Service operates
from 4:15-5:30 p.m. at three separate locations
on the UCC campus (see drop-off/pick-up map
for locations.) Campers are supervised during this
recreational time by counsellors and a senior
staff member at each site.

Note: The Extended Service closes at 5:30 p.m.
Any child not picked up by 5:30 will be taken
to the Summer Camps Office in the arena. A $25
late pick-up fee will be charged per child.

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Our Features
•   You may drop your child off after 8:30 a.m.
•   We offer free Extended Service to 5:30 p.m.
•   We are open on all statutory holidays.
•   We are easily accessible by TTC.
•   All campers enjoy a nutritious lunch,
    including a vegetarian choice.
•   Recreational swimming is offered at various
    times at most camps.
•   Information related to our policies, drop-off
    locations, what to bring to camp, etc., can be
    reviewed at any time on our website
    (www.ucc.on.ca/summer). Families who
    register for camp through the Camp Office
    will have these documents mailed to them
    with their confirmation letter.
•   A wet weather schedule makes use of indoor
    facilities.
•   Tuck Shops are available for the campers to
    visit during pre-arranged breaks during the
    day (except for those registered in Kids Camp,
    who have a snack provided).

Medical and Emergency
Services
Qualified First Aid staff are present at 2 central
locations on the UCC campus. Each camp staff
member is also certified in Emergency First Aid
Care.

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Tips on planning a great summer
Planning your child’s summer can be easy. And         high in the sky? Consider Space Camp to feed
rewarding for parents too! A well-balanced            his/her curiosity about science. If your child
summer program will enhance your child’s social,      loves to play computer games, think about
emotional, intellectual and physical well-being.      GameTech – the creativity it fuels may land him
Here are four tips to help you design your child’s    or her a lucrative, and fun, job in the future.
best summer ever.
                                                      3. Instill a lifelong enjoyment of sports
1. Young talents and future stars                     and games
Have you identified your child as a keen hockey       Sow the seeds for the benefits of an active
player or a gifted artist? Of course you’ll want to   lifestyle through participation in sports. We have
sign them up for several sessions in their area of    camps for every child, from the beginner to the
interest, but we also suggest that you gently         gifted athlete. Instill confidence and allow
stimulate learning by enrolling them in a totally     children to find the “athlete” within themselves
different camp. Allowing children to experience a     through our Sports camps.
range of camps broadens their interests, enhances
self-esteem and keeps their summer exciting. We       4. When I grow up I want to be…
love it when we hear kids exclaim “I didn’t know      We can’t promise to produce creative digital
I was good at that! Wow!”                             artists, dramatic actors or talented sports stars,
                                                      but what your children choose to do in the
2. Encourage lifelong learning                        summer can directly impact their future career
A love of learning can be fostered by taking          goals, and prepare them for great summer jobs.
summer camps your children are curious about.         We have a wide selection of co-ed camps for ages
Take notice of questions they’re asking. They may     4 to 16. The talents children develop today may
indicate a completely new area of interest. Is        be the tools they use to earn their living in the
your child fascinated with anything that soars        future!

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Kids Camps
     Our Kids Camps are a popular choice for children ages 4-8.
     Cooperative play and challenging activities help develop your
     child’s social skills, creativity, and athletic abilities – in
     other words they are “Fun, Fun, Fun”!

         Kids Camp (ages 4-6)                    9
         Creative Arts Camp (ages 6-8)           10
         Junior Landsports Camp (ages 5-7)       11
         See Also:
         Junior Basketball Camp (ages 6-9)       14
         Junior Soccer Camp (ages 6-9)           20
         KidTech Camp (ages 6-8)                 30

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Kids Camp
Who:     For children 4-6 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $390/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, Prep School
Our Kids Camp introduces children to a
welcoming and supportive environment that
will prepare them for future camp experiences.
• The program encourages social interaction,
  confidence building and skill development in
  a wide range of fun and engaging activities.
• Sessions in sports, arts and crafts, science
  and music as well as special events and
  theme days spark the children’s imagination
  and creativity.
• Dress-up Day closes out each week with
  campers and counsellors in costumes for an
  exciting day of fun.
• Snack is provided; tuck money is not needed.
• Participants must be fully toilet trained prior
  to the start of camp.
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.
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Creative Arts Camp
Who:     For children 6-8 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $390/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, Prep School
Creative Arts Camp offers children, aged 6 to 8
years, a unique inter-disciplinary arts program
suited to their age and abilities. This camp
promotes self-expression and artistic skills
through activities in arts and crafts, dance and
drama, and music.
• Activities involving music and singing,
  creative movement and dance, and theatre
  games allow campers to explore fundamental
  skills in the performing arts. Improvisation
  games, mask and mime work make this camp
  ideal for the young performer.
• Instruction in painting and drawing, and
  other arts and crafts activities introduce the
  children to the world of visual art.
• At the end of each week the young artists
  are given an opportunity to perform for
  three other camps, exposing them to the
  elements of staging a production!
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Junior Landsports Camp
Who:     For children 5-7 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $390/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, Prep School
Junior Landsports Camp allows young children to
develop sports skills within a relaxed and fun
atmosphere. Good sportsmanship and cooperation
are emphasized, thereby building campers' self-
confidence and providing them with an enjoyable
introduction to team sports.

• All skill levels are welcome, from the complete
  beginner to the seasoned athlete!
• Four sports are taught throughout the week
  (baseball, soccer, floor hockey, and basketball),
  with an emphasis on the teaching of fundamental
  skills in an interesting and entertaining manner.
• Thursday of each week is Theme Day, when
  counsellors dress in costume and the campers
  play a variety of theme-related games throughout
  the day.
• The week culminates on Friday with the hugely
  popular Olympic Day, in which the children are
  divided into teams and engage in an assortment
  of competitive activities.
• All equipment is provided. Campers should wear
  running shoes.
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Sports Camps
          Our Sports Camps are a great way to get your child moving,
          and at the same time, introduce new skills. From lacrosse
          through to golf and baseball we’ve got all the hottest sports!
          Each camp provides a thorough grounding in the
          fundamentals, as well as more advanced skill development for
          older players.

              Baseball Camp (ages 7-13)                              13
              Junior Basketball Camp (ages 6-9)                      14
              Senior Basketball Camp (ages 10-16)                    15
              Golf Camp (ages 9-14)                                  16
              Hockey Camp (ages 7-12)                                17
              Lacrosse Camp (ages 7-12)                              18
              Senior Landsports Camp (ages 8-12)                     19
              Junior Soccer Camp (ages 6-9)                          20
              Senior Soccer Camp (ages 9-14)                         21
              Junior Tennis Camp (ages 7-9)                          22
              Senior Tennis Camp (ages 10-14)                        23

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Baseball Camp
Who:     For children 7-13 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $390/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, North Entrance
Baseball Camp concentrates on fun and
the development of fundamental skills in
the sport.
• Children learn the proper way to throw, catch,
  hit and bunt, how to run the bases (including
  proper sliding techniques), how to pitch, and
  how to play infield and outfield. Campers are
  grouped by age and ability.
• A game is scheduled each day, giving
  everyone an opportunity to use the skills they
  have been taught. This camp is located on
  the playing fields in the north-east corner of
  the campus.
• The weekly Charlie Hustle Challenge allows
  campers to demonstrate their abilities in
  various aspects of the game.
• Players must provide their own gloves. Please
  do not bring bats and baseballs from home.
  Running shoes are preferable to baseball
  spikes. Caps are recommended for sun
  protection.
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Junior Basketball Camp
 Who:     For children 6-9 years old
 When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
 Fee:     $390/weekly session
 Where:   Upper Canada College, Prep School
 Junior Basketball Camp provides a thorough
 grounding in the fundamental skills of
 basketball. This program is conducted in the
 gym and outdoor courts of the Prep School at
 UCC which has the facilities to accommodate
 young beginner players.
 • The morning sessions concentrate on
   shooting, dribbling, passing, catching and
   ball-handling skills, with an emphasis on
   development of co-ordination. The
   afternoon sessions focus on cooperative
   games and modified basketball games. All
   equipment necessary to play is provided.
   Players are asked not to bring their own
   basketballs from home.
 • The week also includes two-on-two
   tournaments, a special activities fun day
   (including non-basketball activities) and
   the final day tournament for each age
   group.
 • Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Senior Basketball Camp
Who:     For children 10-16 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $390/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, Upper School

Senior Basketball Camp allows participants to
improve their fundamental skills according to
their age and ability. These camp sessions are
conducted in the double gymnasia in the Upper
School, as well as the Old Gym.
• The morning sessions concentrate on
  instruction and skills development. Shooting,
  passing, dribbling, rebounding and ball-
  handling are all covered, as well as offensive
  and defensive strategies.
• The afternoon sessions focus on games and
  modified basketball activities.
• The week also includes two-on-two and three-
  on-three tournaments, a special activities fun
  day, and the final day tournament for each age
  group.
• All equipment is provided. Players are asked
  not to bring their own basketballs.
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Golf Camp
     Who:     For young golfers 9-14 years old
     When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
     Fee:     $490/weekly session
     Where:   Cardinal Golf Club, Kettleby, Ontario
     Golf Camp provides a comprehensive introduction
     to the fundamentals of golf, combined with daily
     practice. Cardinal Golf Club, located approximately
     30 minutes north of Toronto, provides practice
     bunkers, putting greens, a driving range, course
     facilities offering a variety of 54 holes and a
     miniature golf facility.
     • Golfers receive daily, professional instruction for
       2 hours covering putting, chipping, bunker play,
       tee and fairway play. Course etiquette and rules
       of play are covered.
     • Golfers also play 9 holes each day on Cardinal’s
       Kettle Creek course under UCC Golf Camp staff
       supervision.
     • Golf clubs are available to rent for those
       campers without their own.
     • Course facilities are available to parents wishing
       to join their young golfers for 9 holes of play on
       Friday afternoons.
     • Shuttle bus transportation leaves the UCC
       Campus promptly at 8:00 a.m. and returns by
       4:15 p.m. daily.
     • Lunch is provided and golfers have access
       to miniature golf over their lunch period.
     • No swimming or other recreational activities are
       offered at Golf Camp.

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Hockey Camp
Who:     For children 7-12 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $390/weekly session
Where:    Upper Canada College Arena
Established in 1976, Hockey Camp was UCC’s first
summer camp! Our spectacular arena has everything
the young hockey fan could hope for, including a
professional sized ice surface and large modern
change rooms. Our counsellors provide a supportive
and fun instructional environment, so that each
camper is encouraged to appreciate the game of
hockey, its skills, and its philosophy of team play.
• The camp is geared towards campers with varying
  abilities. Players are grouped according to age
  and skill level.
• Players receive 3 hours of on-ice instruction daily:
  1½ hours in the morning and 1½ hours after
  lunch.
• Morning ice sessions concentrate on skills
  development and on-ice strategies. Afternoon ice
  sessions involve a fully-controlled, non-contact
  45-minute scrimmage, stressing team play. Each
  Hockey Camp session culminates on Friday
  afternoon with a 1 hour game which parents and
  friends are encouraged to attend.
• Goalies are welcome, but must provide their own
  equipment.
• All players must bring full equipment, including
  full-facial CSA-approved helmets.
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Lacrosse Camp
     Who:     For children 7-12 years old
     When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
     Fee:     $390/weekly session
     Where:   Upper Canada College, Upper School
     Lacrosse Camp is designed to introduce new
     players to the exciting game of field lacrosse
     and help polish the skills of those who already
     have some experience with Canada's National
     Summer Sport.
     • Players will be grouped according to age
       and skill level.
     • Morning sessions emphasize the key skills of
       passing and catching on the run, scooping
       the ball in grass, stick-handling, defending,
       dodging, and shooting. Afternoon sessions
       will include modified non-contact scrimmages
       that focus on team play. Players will receive
       instruction for all positions: goal, longstick,
       middie, and attack.
     • Players must bring their own sticks, gloves
       (hockey or better yet lacrosse), running shoes
       or soft cleats, and a CSA approved helmet
       with cage.
     • Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Senior Landsports Camp
Who:     For children 8-12 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $390/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, Upper School
Senior Landsports Camp is the perfect choice
for children who crave sporting variety!
Campers are given the opportunity to develop
their skills in a number of outdoor sports, in a
fun and encouraging atmosphere. It is also the
ideal environment in which to try out a new
sport!

• All skill levels are welcome: learn the
  fundamentals, or build on existing skills!
• Senior Landsports has it all! A range of
  sports is covered each week: soccer,
  baseball, dodgeball, basketball, touch
  football and ultimate frisbee.
• Special theme days will complement the
  programming and promote sportsmanship
  and cooperation.
• Campers should wear running shoes and
  comfortable clothing.
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Junior Soccer Camp
Who:     For children 6-9 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $390/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, Prep School
The objective of Junior Soccer Camp is to
combine the enjoyment of soccer with the
acquisition of skills through creative and fun
techniques. The Camp is conducted on the
playing fields of the Prep School at Upper
Canada College.

• Morning sessions emphasize instruction
  and practice in dribbling, passing, receiving
  and shooting. Afternoon sessions feature
  additional practice on individual techniques
  and a variety of soccer games.
• Players also practice individual control,
  support play, defending techniques, goal-
  keeping, and team play. The game is brought
  to the children’s level through play in “mini”
  soccer games.
• Players must wear shin guards and bring
  both running shoes & soccer cleats. All
  other equipment is provided and players are
  asked not to bring their own soccer balls.
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Senior Soccer Camp
Who:     For players 9-14 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $390/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, North Entrance
The Senior division of Soccer Camp allows this
age group to improve fundamental skills
according to age and ability. This camp is
conducted on the north-west Commons field
at the Upper School.

• Morning sessions concentrate on drills
  catered to individual needs. Emphasis is
  placed upon individual “Control of the Ball”
  and an awareness of “Space at all Times.”
  One-on-one help is readily available.
• Afternoon sessions focus on actual round-
  robin games where players are encouraged
  to incorporate the morning’s lessons.
• Players must wear shin guards and bring
  both running shoes & soccer cleats. All
  other equipment is provided and players
  are asked not to bring their own soccer
  balls from home.
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Junior Tennis Camp
Who:     For children 7-9 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $390/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College Arena
Junior Tennis Camp is a great way for children learn the
game of tennis in a fun and enthusiastic environment. The -
program offers an introduction to the sport for beginners
while at the same time helping more experienced players
improve their skills. The goal is to increase each child’s
confidence in, and love of, the great sport of tennis!
• Junior Tennis Camp offers a balanced program which
  meets the needs of all levels of play in a safe and
  supportive environment.
• Campers are initially grouped according to age, and
  further adjustments are made as necessary based on skill
  level.
• On court sessions include drills related to technique and
  skill development, instruction on all strokes and serving,
  and mini-match situations. Campers will spend
  approximately 3.5 to 4.5 hours on court each day.
• Classroom sessions reinforce the rules, scoring, strategies
  and etiquette of the game.
• Fun activities such as arts and crafts, scavenger hunts
  and non-tennis sports games round out the week, in
  addition to badge testing and Colour Wars. Parents are
  invited to attend our end of the week Awards Ceremony.
• Campers must bring their own racquets, and are advised
  to wear white or light athletic clothing and a good pair
  of court shoes. They are asked not to bring their own
  tennis balls from home.
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.
Senior Tennis Camp
     Who:     For children 10-14 years old
     When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
     Fee:     $390/weekly session
     Where:   Upper Canada College, Upper School
     Senior Tennis Camp covers all the basics for campers who
     are new to the sport, while at the same time helping more
     experienced players improve their fundamental skills
     according to their age and ability.
     • Campers are initially grouped according to age, and
       further on-court adjustments are made based on skill
       level.
     • Each day campers rotate through a variety of modules. On
       court activities include instructional sessions focusing on
       skill development (strokes, serving, volleys) as well as
       mini-match game play. Classroom sessions enhance each
       camper’s knowledge of the game, covering scoring, rules
       and strategies. Finally off-court recreation sees our
       campers engaging in team challenges, sports games and
       fitness activities. Campers will spend approximately 3.5 to
       4.5 hours on court each day.
     • Our week-long tournament ladder helps our Senior Tennis
       Campers experience competitive play in a fun and
       encouraging atmosphere.
     • Indoor two-court bubble ensures playing time even on
       rainy days.
     • Campers must bring their own racquets, and are advised
       to wear white or light athletic clothing and a good pair
       of court shoes. They are asked not to bring their own
       tennis balls from home.
     • Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Arts Camps
     The Arts Camps provide creative and intellectual challenges for
     children of all levels. Whether your child has a flair for the
     dramatic or just likes to draw, we have a camp that will bring
     out the best of his or her talents.

         Dance Camp (ages 9-14)                                25
         Theatre Arts Camp (ages 9-14)                         26
         Visual Arts Camp (ages 9-14)                          27

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Dance Camp
     Who:     For Dancers (and Dance Enthusiasts) 9-14 years old
     When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
     Fee:     $390/weekly session
     Where:   Upper Canada College, Upper School

     Dance Camp allows participants to explore a variety of dance
     styles including Jazz, Broadway, Hip Hop, African and more. The
     campers will not only be instructed in these styles but also will
     be introduced to the challenges of choreography as they prepare
     for a dance performance at the end of each weekly session.
     • Through dance workshops, movement analysis and
       choreographic studies, campers will be able to broaden their
       understanding of dance along with their own movement
       possibilities.
     • Participants will be instructed and encouraged to move and
       learn at whatever pace they find comfortable.
     • Although dance is the focus, campers will also have time for
       arts and crafts, water activities, and other recreational
       games.
     • Campers will not only develop skills in dance but will also be
       given the opportunity to push their creative boundaries and
       develop cooperative skills through group exercises.
     • Ensemble instruction leads to a final performance at the end
       of the weekly session.
     • Recreation and swimmg: page 35

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Theatre Arts Camp
     Who: For performers 9-14 years old
     When: Sessions 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 and 9-10,
            Biweekly June 15-Aug 21
     Fee: $780/biweekly session
     Where: Upper Canada College, Upper School
     Theatre Arts Camp introduces the fundamental skills involved in
     theatre productions and features instruction in acting
     techniques, singing, movement and dance. The camp is
     conducted in the modern air-conditioned theatre facility at the
     School.
     • Improvisation, theatre games and other developmental
       strategies improve communication skills, self-confidence and
       creativity.
     • Participants are introduced to various styles of dance –
       musical theatre, contemporary styles and creative movement.
     • Vocal exercises develop speaking and
       singing ability.
     • Small group and ensemble instruction
       lead to a final day production for
       parents and friends.
     • Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Visual Arts Camp
Who:     For children 9-14 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $415/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, Prep School
Designed to challenge the natural creativity of children, campers work in small
groups for personalized instruction. A highlight of the program is the end of the
week Art Show, where our young artists display their works for family and friends.
All materials included. Recreation and swimming: see page 35.

Art & Illustration: Sessions 1 (June 15-19), 2 (June 22-26),
4 (July 6-10), 6 (July 20-24), 8 (Aug 3-7) and 10 (Aug 17-21)
• Campers get a taste of all the creative opportunities in Visual Arts, with
  introductions to Drawing, Sculpture, Printmaking, Painting and Cartooning.
• Campers are exposed to a variety of art forms, materials and techniques.
Printmaking: Session 3 (June 29 - July 3)
• Campers create monoprints, linocuts, group mosaic, and screenprinted T-shirts.
• Wednesday field trip to the Royal Ontario Museum included.
Drawing: Session 5 (July 13-17)
• Campers progress through the essentials of drawing from still models to
  moving forms.
• Emphasis is placed on successful compositions and a wide variety of themes.
• Campers learn to work in a variety of dry media including: pencil, coloured
  pencil, pastel, and conte.
• Wednesday field trip to the Metro Toronto Zoo included.
Sculpture: Session 7 (July 27 - July 31)
• Campers create 3-D sculptures, working with wire, papier mache, plasticine,
  plaster and clay.
• Wednesday field trip to the Royal Ontario Museum included.
Painting: Session 9 (Aug 10-14)
• Campers learn acrylic, watercolour, and oil painting techniques with a focus on
  colour and composition.
• Wednesday field trip to the Art Gallery of Ontario included.
Creating Cartoons: Session 11 (Aug 24-28)
• Campers learn to create and draw cartoons from their imagination with an
  emphasis on visual storytelling and character design.

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Tech Camps
     Tech Camp: It’s hands-on and interactive. The kids will
     have the opportunity to play with the latest technology
     and get their creative and scientific juices flowing. And
     they’ll learn something about technology they may not
     have learned in school – that it’s fun!

         KidTech Camp (ages 5-8)                 30
         ArtTech Camp (ages 8-14)                30
         GameTech Camp (ages 9-14)               30
         Film Camp (ages 12-16)                  31
         Space Camp (ages 8-13)                  32

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KidTech Camp                                          ArtTech Camp                                          GameTech Camp
      Who:     For children 5-8 years old                   Who:     For children 8-14 years old                  Who:     For children 9-14 years old
      When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28         When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28         When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
      Fee:     $390/weekly session                          Fee:     $390/weekly session                          Fee:     $390/weekly session
      Where:   Upper Canada College, Upper School           Where:   Upper Canada College, Upper School           Where:   Upper Canada College, Upper School
      The KidTech program is designed to give               ArtTech is designed to show campers that the          GameTech serves as an introduction to the
      campers a new outlet for creative expression and      computer is a medium for art, and not just a          wonderful world of game design. Campers will
      an introduction to computers that is different        tool for homework or video games. Using the           learn about what makes a good game, and will
      from what might they might receive in a school        latest software, they will unleash their creativity   make their very own game from scratch over the
      setting.                                              using their computer mouse in place of a paint        course of the week.
                                                            brush or chisel.
                                                                                                                  • Campers will make use of professional-level
      • Campers will learn to use computers in
                                                            • Each week will include a foundation in photo-         game design software to create their own 3D
        a fun and engaging manner, using programs
                                                              editing and 2D art (which can easily be               game, with elements of exploration, puzzle-
        geared towards creativity integrated with
                                                              applied to future school work!)                       solving and platforming.
        physical arts and crafts.
                                                            • Campers will use a 2D animation program to          • Using 3D sculpture software, campers will
      • Projects may include self-portraits, virtual art,
                                                              animate a comic of their own creation                 design simple characters and decorations for
        fridge magnets, stickers and a multimedia
                                                            • A 3D sculpture program will enable participants       their games.
        slideshow. Campers will bring home crafts
                                                              to create their own virtual art, learning the       • No programming experience is required, but
        throughout the week and a DVD containing all
                                                              skills required to colour and texture their           campers must have experience working with
        of their camp files at the end of the week.
                                                              creation.                                             computers and be able to follow the examples
      • Campers will also get to burn some energy
                                                            • Campers will also receive approximately two           taught in the labs by counsellors.
        with approximately two hours of outdoor time
                                                              hours of outdoor time each day.                     • Campers will also get to burn some energy
        each day.
                                                            • Campers will have the option of replacing their       with approximately two hours of outdoor time
      • Campers will have the option of replacing
                                                              outdoor time with swimming on some days;              each day.
        their outdoor time with swimming on some
                                                              see Swimming: page 35.                              • Campers will have the option of replacing
        days; see Swimming: page 35.
                                                                                                                    their outdoor time with swimming on some
                                                                                                                    days; see Swimming: page 35.

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Film Camp
     Who: For teens 12-16 years old
     When: Sessions 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, and 9-10
            Biweekly June 15-Aug 21
     Fee: $780/biweekly session
     Where: Upper Canada College, Upper School
     Film Camp will take young film enthusiasts through the step-by-step process of making their very own short film! While the first week of the program
     will focus on learning the basics of filmmaking, the second week will give campers hands-on practical experience in making a short film.
     •   Participants will watch, analyze and discuss select films.
     •   The art of cinematography (camera angles, cutting, close-ups, composition, continuity) will be examined.
     •   Campers will learn how to write pitch, script and shooting script.
     •   The use of various editing software programs (Final Cut Pro, Soundtrack, and Livetype) will be taught.
     •   Our young filmmakers will write, shoot and edit their own films (less than 3 minutes), working in groups or independently.
     •   The group will learn about student film festivals in the Toronto area.
     •   Finished films will be presented at a Film Festival open to family and friends on the final Friday of each session.
     •   Recreation only: page 35

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Space Camp
Who:     For children 8-13 years old
When:    Sessions 1-11 weekly, June 15-Aug 28
Fee:     $415/weekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, Prep School

Space Camp is the perfect place for any child interested in space and science. Each camper will build his or
her own rocket and will get to see it blast off at our famous weekly rocket launch. A weekly theme day full
of activities and demonstrations brings each session to a close, guaranteeing that Space Camp ends on a
high note every time!
• On Monday and Tuesday each camper will build his or her own rocket with the assistance of camp staff.
A wide variety of rocket kits ensures that both first-time and returning Space Campers will have an exciting
challenge to look forward to.
• On Wednesday, Space Camp ventures off the UCC campus for a science-focused field trip.
• After spending Thursday morning finishing construction and painting, the rockets complete their
transformation from a kit to a polished, flight-worthy aircraft. Next up is Space Camp’s famous rocket launch
on Thursday afternoon, always well-attended by friends and family, and even other UCC camps from time
to time!
• The theme selected for each Friday reflects an important mission, event or idea in space history or the
present, from Canadian space contributions on Canada Day to the Apollo 11 Moon landing anniversary on
July 20.
• Recreation and swimming: page 35.

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Leadership Training
Who:     For teens 14-16 years
When:    Sessions 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, biweekly, June 15-Aug 21
Fee:     $780/biweekly session
Where:   Upper Canada College, North Entrance
Leadership Training provides young teens with valuable leadership
and life skills. The camp offers theoretical and practical leadership
training and opportunities for development as future camp
counsellors. Informal discussions are supplemented by educational
games and innovative activities that allow the leaders-in-training to
develop and practice skills introduced in the program.

• Skills include: communication, goal setting, brainstorming, group
  dynamics and people management strategies, program planning,
  public speaking and working with children.
• Participants are given personal and group challenges such as:
  presentations, rock climbing sessions, and assisting in the
  organization and delivery of recreational programs.
• The session includes advice and practice in applying for
  employment, as well as sessions in conducting a successful
  interview.
Includes a three-day practice Leadership-in-Training opportunity in
one of the UCC Camps. Upon completion of Leadership Training,
campers are encouraged to apply for a C.I.T. position for the
following summer. Note: You must be at least 16 to be employed as
a C.I.T.

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UCC Summer Camps Timetable 2015

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June 29 - July 3                                                                               making                                June 29 - July 3
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     July 13-17                                                                                Drawing                               July 13-17
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                       Be sure to take advantage of our extra week of fabulous programming for 2015!
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Upper Canada College Map
For the detailed drop-off/pick-up map, please visit our website at
www.ucc.on.ca/summer, or call the Camp Office at 416-484-8627.

                                                              Avenue
                                                                       road
   Kilbarry rd.

                                                                                                 Sport Court
                                            Tennis Courts
                                                                              North Drop-off
   Foster & Bill
   Hewitt                                                                                      Cricket Pavilion
                                        Upper School

                                                                                                                    Oriole Parkway
   Athletic Centre

                                        West
   Frybrook road                     Parking Lot

                                              ONE WAY w
                   Forest Hill rd.

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                                        Prep School                                  Arena
                                                                                                                                     Most camps offer a variety of recreational games and activities
                                                                                UCC Summer                 Bubble                    as part of their regular programming. Most camps also offer
                                                   Prep Drop-off                Camps Office
  Lonsdale road                                                                                                                      recreational swim times throughout the week. Golf Camp, Film
                                                             Avenue

                                                                                  TTC Stop
                                                                                                                                     Camp and Leadership Training do not offer swimming.
                                                                      road

                                                                                                                                     Access by TTC: Avenue Road Bus 5 southbound from Eglinton
Upper Canada College, founded in 1829, is one of Canada’s oldest schools.                                                            subway station, or northbound from Museum subway station. Get
UCC is an independent, university preparatory school offering the                                                                    off at the Lonsdale Road bus stop and walk north into the
International Baccalaureate as its principal curriculum. Facilities include up-                                                      campus.
to-date computer labs, theatres, rehearsal rooms, visual arts studios and video
                                                                                                                                     By car: Enter from Kilbarry Road, or Forest Hill Road, depending
editing suites. Athletic facilities include four gyms, a twin-pad arena,
                                                                                                                                     on your camp (see camp-specific map on website). There is no
swimming pool, tennis courts, tennis bubble, Sportcourt and extensive
                                                                                                                                     access from Lonsdale Road during the summer.
playing fields. All this on 35 acres in the heart of a quiet Toronto residential
neighbourhood.

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Expectations for Behaviour                                   refunds & Cancellations
     We require that all young people attending UCC Summer        PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES ARE
     Camps demonstrate respect for each other and for their       SUBJECT TO THE POLICIES BELOW, WITHOUT EXCEPTION.
     counsellors. This includes:                                  • All cancellations must be made in writing (i.e. fax,
     • Respect for each other’s safety                              e-mail or letter) to the UCC Summer Camps Office.
     • Respect for each other’s feelings                          • Refunds, less a $25.00 administrative charge per
     • Respect for the property of others and of the UCC            child/per week, will be issued for all camp session
       Summer Camps                                                 cancellations up to 2 weeks prior to the first day of a
                                                                    camp session.
     Any breach of this fundamental principle of respect will     • Refunds are NOT available within the 2 week period prior
     not be tolerated. So that we may ensure their safety, all      to the first day of a camp session.
     UCC Summer Camps participants may not leave their group      • Refunds for medical reasons are available only upon
     or the facility without permission from a member of our        presentation of a doctor’s certificate to the Summer
     staff. In addition, individual camps may have rules            Camps Office.
     specific to their activities and facilities.                 • Pro-rated refunds are NOT available for days absent,
                                                                    meals not taken, or other services not fully utilized. The
     Breaking the rules: 3 Strikes                                  full session’s fees are due and payable if a child is
                                                                    registered and attends any part of a session.
     1. When a person has broken a rule, a staff member will
        talk to him or her to ensure that the rules are clearly   Transfer Policy
        understood. The Camp Director may be informed about       • All transfer requests must be made in writing (i.e. fax,
        the incident and the consequences of breaching our          e-mail or letter) to the UCC Summer Camps Office.
        fundamental principles will be communicated.              • All transfers will be subject to a mandatory $25.00
                                                                    administrative charge for each transfer for each
     2. On a second infraction, the Camp Director will discuss
                                                                    child.
        the incident both with the individual and with his or
                                                                  • Requests for transfers will be accepted up to 2 weeks
        her parents.
                                                                    prior to the first day of a camp session, provided there
     3. A third incident may result in suspension or expulsion      is sufficient room in the preferred camp session.
        from UCC Summer Camps.
                                                                  Overdue and Declined Payments
     The Camp Directors have, at all times, the discretion to     • Campers will be refused admission to any UCC Summer
     require the removal of any individual deemed to be             Camp if the session fee has not been paid.
     endangering the safety of themselves and/or others.          • A $25.00 administrative charge will be applied to all
                                                                    NSF cheques.

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How to register
Register on-line at: www.ucc.on.ca/summer
Registering on-line is the quickest and easiest way to
register for UCC Summer Camps, and it provides you
with an immediate confirmation of enrolment!
Following your online registration, you will have the
opportunity to print a receipt. Documents relating to
drop-off locations, policies, what to bring, etc., can
be reviewed at any time on the website.
If you are unable to register on-line, please contact
the camp office for a UCC Summer Camps Registration
Form.
• You will need to fill out one complete registration
  form for each child.
• Send the registration form with your payment
  (Cheque, VISA, or MasterCard) to the UCC Summer
  Camps Office. Your registration form may be faxed
  directly to us at 416-484-8631 if you are paying by
  VISA or Mastercard.
• You will receive confirmation of enrolment after the
                                                         How to Contact Us
  registration form has been processed.                    UCC Summer Camps
                                                           200 Lonsdale Road
Please note that, while applications submitted to the      Toronto Ontario
Summer Camps Office will be processed as quickly as        M4V 1W6
possible, registering on-line is the best way of
securing a spot.                                         Telephone/Fax/Web:
                                                           UCC Summer Camps: 416-484-8627
                                                           Fax: 416-484-8631
                                                           E-mail: summer@ucc.on.ca
                                                           website: www.ucc.on.ca/summer

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