Summer Camps in Hamilton
This is not an exhaustive list of all the offerings in Hamilton and surrounding area but hopefully a good start to planning your child’s summer activities and make the process easier for you.
We’ve had two summers of camp for my son – some wins, some disasters. Learned some lessons along the way that we will carry with us into Summer 2025.
If your family has loved a local camp in the past, please send me the details (chelsea@littlesleepspace.ca) I’d love to update this list for others.
STEM Camp – https://stemcamp.ca/about/
- Different locations available and different themed weeks
- Ages 5-13
RBG nature camp – https://www.rbg.ca/things-to-do/courses-camps-programs/camps/
- Ages 5 to 15
- Opens for registration on January 30, 2025.
Soccer World – https://hamontsports.com/summer-camps/
- nature camp – aged 4-12 *we loved this one two summers in a row
- creative camp- ages 4-6
- Different sport specific camps available also
Mohawk College – https://camps.mohawkcollege.ca/ Registration opens winter 2025.
- Ages 4-12
- Themed weeks
Hamilton Conservation Authority – https://conservationhamilton.ca/summer-camp/
- Ages 7-11
- Hosted in Dundas
- Hiking, outdoor exploration and activities, animals and wildlife learning
McMaster Sports Fitness School – https://rec.mcmaster.ca/programs/camps/sport-fitness-school Registration opens early February 2025
- Multi sport program
- Ages 6-16
- 2 week sessions
City of Hamilton Kidaca – https://www.hamilton.ca/things-do/recreation/programs/camp-kidaca#summer-camps Registration opens early February 2025
- Ages 4-15
- Older kids do trips
- Can access inclusion support for your child
- Daily swimming for all at the host recreation site
- General crafts, sports and theme days
City of Burlington Summer Camp – https://www.burlington.ca/en/recreation/summer-camps.aspx Registration opens in early February 2025
- Ages 4-21
- Older children do day trips
- Daily swimming for all at their host recreation site
- General crafts, sports and theme days
Globe FC – https://globefc.ca/camp/
- Affordable camp
- Soccer themed but other camp activities available (games, crafts, etc.)
- Go swimming every day, depending on location indoor/outdoor pool (which my son loved)
- Not much structure during our experience but seems to be site specific
Dundas Valley School of Art (DVSA) Camp – https://dvsa.ca/children-teens/ Registration opens in March/April.
- Half day and full day programming
- Ages 4-11
- Themed opportunities (e.g., pottery, cartoons, sewing, etc.)
Active Aldershot – https://www.activealdershot.ca/summer-camp.html
- Full day programming
- Swimming/Splash pad
- Ages 4 to 11
Theatre Ancaster Camp – Jitterbugs https://theatreancaster.com/
- Full day programming for ages 4-6
- 2 week session with performance at the end
Circus and Ninja Camp – https://www.zacadacircus.com/site/marchbreak-kids-camp
- Full day programming
- Ages 6-13
- Trapeze, acrobats, ninja obstacles, climbing wall, etc.
Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts – https://hcarts.ca/summer-camp-2025/
- Ages 4-12
- Themed weeks
- Drama, art, crafts, music and movement
Hillfield Strathallen Camps – https://www.hsc.on.ca/community/camps/summer-camps
- Ages 4-15
- Outdoor games, crafts, adventures
Pedalheads – https://pedalheads.com/en
- Half day and full day programming for ages 2-12
- Didn’t love this for my son but seems to be instructor dependent.
- Had heard a lot of great things about this camp but it wasn’t our experience. Would give it another try now that he knows how to confidently ride a bike and is a bit older (tried it when he was 4years old)
Mad Science – https://hamilton.madscience.org/
- For ages 5-12
- Hands-on science programming (rockets, DNA, coding, gravity, etc.)
- Half and full day programming
Learning with Lexi – https://www.learningwithlexi.ca/camps
- For ages 4-12
- Creative and art-themed camp focusing on self-awareness, mindfulness and social relationships
YMCA Day Camps – https://www.ymcahbb.ca/camp/day-camp
- For ages 6-13
- Swimming, crafts, sports, games, etc.
- Different locations available.
Camp Marydale and Camp Brebeuf – https://campbrebeuf.ca/day-camp https://www.campmarydale.ca/summer-camp Registration opens early January 2025.
- Ages 4-12
- Themed weeks
- Swimming, sports, crafts, games, water games, etc.
Royal Hamilton Yacht Club – https://www.rhyc.ca/youth-program Waterfront Kids Camp
- Ages 5-7
- Outdoor, play-based learning with a learn-to-sail component
Brick Works Academy – https://brickworksacademy.com/ Registration opens in January 2025
- Ages 5-9+
- Different themes have different age requirements
Canterbury Hills – https://canterburyhillscamp.ca/# Registration opens early February 2025.
- for ages 6-16
- based out of Ancaster, Ontario.
Le Petite Pommes – https://lespetitespommes.ca/ French programming option
Hamilton Cardinals Baseball Camp – https://www.iblcardinals.ca/cardinals-camp
- Ages 6 to 14
- Discover the fundamentals of baseball
Karate Camp – https://www.ufmahamiltonwest.ca/summer-day-camps/
- Ages 4 +
- themed weeks
- daily outings to local parks/splash pads/hiking trails
Daycares – most HWCCC and Umbrella Family daycare programs offer camp programming in the summer. It would be best to inquire about the specific site you’re connected with.
Dance studios – most dance studios or gymnastic sites offer summer camp programming. Inquire about these offerings at your local dance/gymnastics studio.
Karate studios – most karate studios offer summer camp programming at their sites. Inquire at your local studio for more information.
Hope this helps ease some of the mental load when it comes to planning your child’s summer camp experience.
Chelsea
Chelsea is Mom of 2 (neurodivergent school age and toddler) and a Sleep Consultant. She has advanced certification in Infant and Early Mental Health and Pediatric Sleep Health and has a Master’s of Professional Education with a specialization in Applied Behaviour Analysis. Chelsea supports families within Hamilton and beyond with their sleep and toileting goals. She works collaboratively with families to empower them with the confidence and tools they need to reach their unique goals for their child. Hear from families here and book a free call with Chelsea here to discuss how she can support your family’s journey.
