Locations for the 2025 Summer Camp are likely to be as follow:

Westdale: Cootes Paradise Elementary – 900 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8S 1K6

Hamilton Mountain: Queensdale Elementary – 67 Queensdale Ave E, Hamilton ON L9A 1K4

Stoney Creek Mountain: Mount Albion Elementary – 24 Kennard St, Stoney Creek, ON L8J 2E5

Downtown Hamilton: Cathy Wever Elementary – 160 Wentworth St N, Hamilton, ON L8L 5V7

East Hamilton: Collegiate Elementary School – 49 Collegiate Ave, Stoney Creek, ON L8G 3L5

Redeemer University: Redeemer Sports Complex – 777 Garner Rd E, Ancaster, ON L9K 1J4

*Locations are subject to change, depending on the City’s availability for rentals.

This camp is open to all youth (boys and girls) aged 4-13.

Yes, campers are initially grouped by age, and then by skill level, depending on enrollment numbers. If you’re registering multiple campers and would like them to be in the same group, simply inform the on-site supervisor on the first day of camp. Please note that, in some situations, there may be more than one age group within the same camp group.

Yes! Here is a list of things that we require you to bring with your kids. Keep in mind to prepare for inclement weather if it’s in the forecast.

• Knapsack
• Lunch and Snacks (No peanut products)*
• Water bottle
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Swimsuit & Towel
• Running shoes are a must and soccer shoes are optional
• Rain jacket (if there is light rain we might continue outside)

*Again we ask you to not bring any peanut products. Please pack a nutritious lunch for your children so they may remain energetic throughout the day 🙂

When does the camp run?

Our camp runs weekly, Monday to Friday (apart from Holiday weekdays) during the months of July and August. For 2025 we have the following schedule:

• Week 1: June 30-July 4 (short week)
• Week 2: July 7-July 11
• Week 3: July 14-July 18
• Week 4: July 21-July 25
• Week 5: July 28-August 1
• Week 6: August 5-August 8 (short week)
• Week 7: August 11-August 15
• Week 8: August 18-August 22
• Week 9: August 25-August 29 (Redeemer location only)

What are the session times?

Our camp programming runs with structured activities from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Early drop-off is from 8:00 am to 9:00 am and late pick-up is from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm, and both are available at no extra cost.

What does the morning session consist of?

The morning session offers a diverse range of recreational activities, including creative play, tag and circle games, and cooperative activities, as well as sports like soccer and frisbee. All activities are tailored to the age, development, and skill level of each camper.

Based on campers’ interests, some may be introduced to basic soccer skills such as passing, dribbling, and shooting, while others might engage in lower-intensity activities like dancing, and various group games.

What does the afternoon session consist of?

After lunch and some rest time, it’s time for swimming! The afternoon begins with a walk to the pool, followed by 1-2 hours of free swim and playtime. Once swimming concludes, the group will walk back to the soccer field to continue enjoying fun games until pick-up time.

Swimming typically takes place 3-5 times a week, depending on the availability of the nearest community center’s pool. For locations without a nearby pool, we run water-based games and other sports activities.

What happens during the swim in the afternoon?

The camp group walks over to the designated swimming locations, usually 30 minutes before the start of the actual swim time to give enough time to change and prepare for the swim. We cooperate with the pool supervisors and lifeguards to ensure everyone follows all rules and policies set forth by the City pool guidelines, like maintaining a low instructor-to-swimmer ratio. Depending on the age group, our instructors and volunteers are required to be in the shallow end with the swimmers to maintain this ratio. The afternoon swim typically lasts 1-2 hours and there is no additional charge for the camper.

What if my kid is not able to swim yet?

Children can still participate even if they’re not swimming. They will be required to wear a certified life jacket (provided by Globe FC) and stay within arm’s reach of a coach in the shallow end of the pool, where the coach-to-camper ratio is low and in accordance with City pool safety regulations.

If you prefer that your child does not participate in swim time, they will sit out with a coach and any other non-swimming campers. These children may be taken to the park or engage in off-to-the-side activities outside the water.

What does early drop-off/late pick-up mean?

At no extra cost, Globe FC offers early drop-off from 8 – 9 am and late pickup from 4 – 5:30 pm.

We will have an instructor on-site as early as 8 am and as late as 5:30 pm. This gives parents a more flexible pick-up/drop-off timetable based on their own daily schedules. Please ensure that campers are picked-up by 5:30 pm as our instructors typically have extra-curricular activities that they need to attend to as well.

Can anyone pick-up/drop-off my child?

No. We have a very strict sign-in and sign out policy that only the authorized guardian(s) can drop off or pick up their child.

If by any reason the authorized parent/guardian(s)  are unable to drop-off/pick-up their child, we will need a signed letter beforehand indicating the individual who will be dropping off/picking up the camper or to validate with the authorized parent/guardian(s) over the phone.

If you have any other questions or require further inquiry please do not hesitate to contact us at 289-775-7219

Afterhours Pick-Up Policy

Late care is available up to 5:30 PM. An additional charge of $10 will apply for every 15 minutes after 5:30 PM.

Hydration, Snacks, and Sun Protection:
We recognize the importance of keeping campers hydrated and energized, so we schedule regular water, snack, and washroom breaks throughout the day. We also prioritize sun safety by ensuring that campers reapply sunblock as needed to prevent burns. Our staff is equipped with spray-on sunblock and will assist each child in staying protected.

Lunch Time:
Lunch is usually from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM and is fully supervised. Each child should bring their own peanut-free lunch, snacks, and any personal items they may need throughout the day.

What happens during inclement weather?

If there is a light mist, then the regular camp activities will continue outside. When there is inclement weather, the group will move to our designated shelter and continue with an altered curriculum until all is clear again.

What happens during hot days?

We are always concerned with the summer heat. We ensure that the campers stay hydrated throughout the day by taking many breaks. We also ensure that sunblock is re-applied along the day as well. During really hot days, our activities are altered to ensure that campers do not get dehydrated or exhausted. For instance, we ensure that we take our breaks in the shade. If there are heat alerts, then we treat the day as inclement weather and will take the group to the shelters or tents and continue with an altered curriculum.

What type of background/experience do the instructors have?

Most of our camp coaches have a great mix of soccer and childcare experience. They aspire to further their career in a coaching or teaching related profession.

Each year our Camp Instructors go through an intensive training prior to the start of camp to ensure that that your child(ren) have a fun, exciting and memorable summer in a safe setting. Also, before gaining employment, they are required to provide a Criminal Record Check to us, which we keep on file.

What is the camp-to-instructor ratio?

We are divided into pods with a maximum of 20 people, which are composed of 2 coaches and up to 15 campers., Therefore, we are keeping an instructor-to-camp ratio of 10:1 or less (depending on enrolment) and the number of campers in the age group.

During the afternoon swim, we abide by the rules of the pool supervisor and their instructor-to-swimmer ratio.

$169 full week or $139 short week (short week is a 4 day week that includes a statutory holiday)

We offer several discount options. To receive a discount when registering for a full month (July or August) or the entire summer, be sure to select the full month or full season option rather than registering for individual weeks. Additionally, we often provide early bird discounts for those who register early in the year.

As we have limited amount of coaches, we want to tailor our camp to be the perfect experience for your kids. That’s why we have a limit on how many registrations there can be at a particular location.

Please select a different location for the time being or call us at (289)775-7219 to see if there are any openings or to be added to a waiting list.

Cancellations made 15 or more days before the start of the registered camp session will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made 14 days or less before the session begins will be eligible for a 50% refund. Unfortunately, there are no refunds once the registered camp session has started.

For any questions or further inquiries, please contact us at 289-775-7219.

Please note that all refunds are subject to a $25 administrative fee.

You can register for the Summer Camp online by clicking here. You can also register over the phone by calling us at 289-775-7219. We accept cheques, VISA, or MasterCard. You can also use PayPal to pay too.