Frequently Asked Questions
Bike, Sport and Wilderness Camps
General Information
Our camps always prioritize consistent outdoor activity, skill development through engaging instruction, and genuine enjoyment in a safe setting for all participants.
Camps operate from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.
Check-in is from 8:30 to 9 a.m. after complimentary before care from 8 to 8:30 a.m.
Check-out is from 4 to 4:30 p.m. and complimentary aftercare is from 4:30 to 5 p.m.
Our camps are primarily outdoors, allowing campers to enjoy and engage with the natural environment. Indoor spaces are used to complement select activities or in the case of extreme weather, such as extensive rain, smoke, or unseasonably high temperatures.
There are no additional fees associated with our Sport or Wilderness Camps. For Bike Camps, bikes and helmets can be rented on a daily basis for a fee.
Our Sport and Wilderness camps comprise of six to twelve participants for every instructor. For activities such as fire building, knife whittling, and archery, an additional coach with corresponding expertise will be present.
Our bike camps comprise of either six or eight participants for every instructor.
Also, WinSport’s outstanding volunteers are utilized to provide instructor support throughout.
Health & Safety
First-aid and CPR certifications are required for all instructors, along with proof of a completed background check.
In the event of rain outdoor camps will continue outdoors if instructors still consider it safe to do so.
Smoke
If smoke impacts the area, air quality will be closely monitored. Activities will be adjusted with increased breaks and reduced intensity to keep participants safe.
Lighting/storms
In the event of unsafe lighting or storms, campers will move indoors and participate in modified activities until it is safe to return outdoors.
Extreme Heat
During heat warnings, temperatures will be closely monitored. Activities will include increased breaks, more water consumption, and fun water-based games, while intensity is reduced to ensure safety and comfort.
Skills & Learning
Instructors will work with each participant to meet the stated goals of their specific level. Also, an ability assessment for each participant will be conducted on the first day of their camp and make every effort to accommodate a change to a different level if deemed beneficial. All levels may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation and allow your child to develop their skills at their own pace in a safe learning environment.
Based on the specialized instruction and intended outcomes, all of our camps are intentionally designed for the age range provided. The experience for all participants will be optimized by adhering to these parameters. However, registration is still permitted for older children, and, younger children who will enter the age range provided within 60 days of registration. In either scenario, registration must be completed by calling 403-247-5452 as the online system will not permit age exceptions.
Schedule & Structure
Please inform an instructor if you anticipate a delayed arrival. Upon your arrival, an instructor should still be located at the check-in location to help direct your child to their camp. If an instructor is not present, please call the Sport Leadership office at 403-247-5403 for assistance.
All WinSport camps are intentionally designed to be highly active. Physical, social, and/or mental engagement will be targeted to maximize learning and fun. Nonetheless, physical rest periods will be provided throughout.
Special Needs & Inclusivity
Our summer camp instructors always endeavour to help every participant feel included. Please inform us as soon as possible of any additional support your child may require.
Bike Camps
General Information
Our camps always prioritize consistent outdoor activity, skill development through engaging instruction, and genuine enjoyment in a safe setting for all participants.
Bike camps operate from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Check-in is from 8:30 to 9 a.m. after complimentary before care from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Check-out is from 4 to 4:30 p.m. and complimentary aftercare is from 4:30 to 5 p.m.
Bike camps will take place outdoors as much as possible. In the event of rain or unseasonably warm temperatures, bike camps will continue outdoors if instructors still consider it safe to do so. In the event of smoke, the air quality index will be monitored to mitigate risk. Also, increased breaks and decreased intensity will be implemented.
Bikes and helmets can be rented on a daily basis for a fee (coming soon).
Our bike camps comprise of either six or eight instructors for every participant. Also, WinSport’s outstanding volunteers are utilized to provide instructor support throughout.
Health and Safety
First-aid and CPR certifications are required for all instructors, along with proof of a completed background check.
If heat warnings are in effect or lightning is in the area, bike camps will be moved indoors to shelter from the elements. Modified camp activities will then resume there until it is deemed safe to return outdoors.
Skills and Learning
Instructors will work with each participant to meet the stated goals of their specific level. Also, an ability assessment for each participant will be conducted on the first day of their bike camp and make every effort to accommodate a change to a different level if deemed beneficial. All levels may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation and allow your child to develop their skills at their own pace in a safe learning environment.
Based on the specialized instruction and intended outcomes, all of our camps are intentionally designed for the age range provided. The experience for all participants will be optimized by adhering to these parameters. However, registration is still permitted for older children, and younger children who will enter the age range provided within 60 days of registration may also register. In either scenario, registration must be completed by calling 403-247-5452 as the online system will not permit age exceptions.
Schedule and Structure
Please inform an instructor if you anticipate a delayed arrival. Upon your arrival, an instructor should still be located at the check-in location to help direct your child to their camp. If an instructor is not present, please call the Sport Leadership office at 403-247-5403 for assistance.
All WinSport camps are intentionally designed to be highly active. Physical, social, and/or mental engagement will be targeted to maximize learning and fun. Nonetheless, physical rest periods will be provided throughout.
Logistics and Policies
Sport Camps
General Information
Our camps always prioritize consistent outdoor activity, skill development through engaging instruction, and genuine enjoyment in a safe setting for all participants.
Sport camps operate from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Check-in is from 8:30 to 9 a.m. after complimentary before care from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Check-out is from 4 to 4:30 p.m. and complimentary aftercare is from 4:30 to 5 p.m.
Sport camps will take place outdoors as much as possible, except for basketball camps which will take place indoors. In the event of rain or unseasonably warm temperatures, sport camps will continue outdoors if instructors still consider it safe to do so. In the event of smoke, the air quality index will be monitored to mitigate risk. Also, increased breaks and decreased intensity will be implemented.
There are no additional fees associated with our sport camps.
Our sport camps comprise of one instructor for every six to twelve participants. Also, WinSport’s outstanding volunteers are utilized to provide instructor support throughout.
Health and Safety
First-aid and CPR certifications are required for all instructors, along with proof of a completed background check.
If heat warnings are in effect or lightning is in the area, all sport camps will be moved indoors to shelter from the elements. Modified camp activities will then resume there until it is deemed safe to return outdoors.
Skills and Learning
Instructors will work with each participant to meet the stated goals of their specific level. Also, an ability assessment for each participant will be conducted on the first day of their sport camp and make every effort to accommodate a change to a different level if deemed beneficial. All levels may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation and allow your child to develop their skills at their own pace in a safe learning environment.
Based on the specialized instruction and intended outcomes, all of our camps are intentionally designed for the age range provided. The experience for all participants will be optimized by adhering to these parameters. However, registration is still permitted for older children, and younger children who will enter the age range provided within 60 days of registration may also register. In either scenario, registration must be completed by calling 403-247-5452 as the online system will not permit age exceptions.
Schedule and Structure
Please inform an instructor if you anticipate a delayed arrival. Upon your arrival, an instructor should still be located at the check-in location to help direct your child to their camp. If an instructor is not present, please call the Sport Leadership office at 403-247-5403 for assistance.
All WinSport camps are intentionally designed to be highly active. Physical, social, and/or mental engagement will be targeted to maximize learning and fun. Nonetheless, physical rest periods will be provided throughout.
Logistics and Policies
Wilderness Camps
General Information
Our camps always prioritize consistent outdoor activity, skill development through engaging instruction, and genuine enjoyment in a safe setting for all participants.
Wilderness camps operate from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Check-in is from 8:30 to 9 a.m. after complimentary before care from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Check-out is from 4 to 4:30 p.m. and complimentary aftercare is from 4:30 to 5 p.m.
Wilderness camps will take place outdoors as much as possible, except for basketball camps which will take place indoors. In the event of rain or unseasonably warm temperatures, wilderness camps will continue outdoors if instructors still consider it safe to do so. In the event of smoke, the air quality index will be monitored to mitigate risk. Also, increased breaks and decreased intensity will be implemented.
There are no additional fees associated with our wilderness camps.
Our wilderness camps comprise of one instructor for every six to twelve participants. For activities such as fire building, knife whittling, and archery, an additional coach with corresponding expertise will be present. Also, WinSport’s outstanding volunteers are utilized to provide instructor support throughout.
Health and Safety
First-aid and CPR certifications are required for all instructors, along with proof of a completed background check.
If heat warnings are in effect or lightning is in the area, all wilderness camps will be moved indoors to shelter from the elements. Modified camp activities will then resume there until it is deemed safe to return outdoors.
Skills and Learning
Instructors will work with each participant to meet the stated goals of their specific level. Also, an ability assessment for each participant will be conducted on the first day of their wilderness camp and make every effort to accommodate a change to a different level if deemed beneficial. All levels may be repeated multiple times to help build a solid foundation and allow your child to develop their skills at their own pace in a safe learning environment.
Based on the specialized instruction and intended outcomes, all of our camps are intentionally designed for the age range provided. The experience for all participants will be optimized by adhering to these parameters. However, registration is still permitted for older children, and younger children who will enter the age range provided within 60 days of registration may also register. In either scenario, registration must be completed by calling 403-247-5452 as the online system will not permit age exceptions.
Schedule and Structure
Please inform an instructor if you anticipate a delayed arrival. Upon your arrival, an instructor should still be located at the check-in location to help direct your child to their camp. If an instructor is not present, please call the Sport Leadership office at 403-247-5403 for assistance.
All WinSport camps are intentionally designed to be highly active. Physical, social, and/or mental engagement will be targeted to maximize learning and fun. Nonetheless, physical rest periods will be provided throughout.
Logistics and Policies
Skate, Hockey, and Ringette Camps
General Information
No. Power Skating is open to both hockey and ringette players.
No. Participants must bring their own equipment. Bike rentals are available for Bikes and Blades and must be pre-purchased.
Yes. Full equipment is required for all hockey, power skating, and ringette camps. Please see each program page for a full list of required equipment.
No. We ask all participants take their equipment home at the end of each day.
Friend requests must be within the same program and age group (e.g., U9 Discover). To be considered, participants must arrive together and on time on the first day of camp. Requests will not be made if participants arrive separately or late. A maximum of two friend requests is permitted per customer.
Health and Safety
First-aid and CPR certifications are required for all instructors, along with proof of a completed background check.
Smoke
If smoke impacts the area, air quality will be closely monitored. Activities will be adjusted with increased breaks and reduced intensity to keep participants safe.
Lighting/storms
In the event of unsafe lighting or storms, campers will move indoors and participate in modified activities until it is safe to return outdoors.
Extreme Heat
During heat warnings, temperatures will be closely monitored. Activities will include increased breaks, more water consumption, and fun water-based games, while intensity is reduced to ensure safety and comfort.
Skills and Learning
Our camps are designed for specific age ranges to ensure appropriate instruction and outcomes. Registration is permitted for older children and for younger children who will enter the age range within 90 days of the program start. In these cases, registration must be completed by calling 403-247-5452, as the online system does not allow age exceptions.
Register participants in the level (for example, U9) they will be playing in during the upcoming fall or winter season.
Schedule and Structure
First day check in starts at 7:45 AM. The rest of the week, check in will start at 8:00 AM. On-ice and camp activities will start at 8:30 AM sharp and will end between 4:00 PM 4:30 PM. Check out is from 4:00 - 4:30 PM. We provide After-Care from 4:30pm – 5:00pm free of charge.
When you arrive, please proceed to the sign for your registered camp located in the hallway at ice level. One of our instructors will be there to greet you and share the next steps.
Special Needs and Inclusivity
Our instructors strive to ensure every participant feels included. Please inform us as soon as possible of any additional support your child may require. If your child needs to bring their own aide, please contact skate@winsport.ca