Before and After Camp Care
To help accommodate parents' schedules, we are pleased to offer Before and After Camp Care.
Summer Camps
2025 UCalgary Summer Camps
Registration is now open!
Visit our FAQ page for this year’s registration updates, and browse the summer camp offerings so that you know which camp you want to enroll your child(ren) in.
Drop-off and Pick-up locations
Questions? Contact active@ucalgary.ca
Parent info
Summer Camp Before Care
Before Care (8–9 a.m.) offers early check-in for campers registered in B time camps that run from 9 a.m.– 4:45 p.m at the main University of Calgary campus. There is no Before Care option available for A time camps that run from 8 a.m.–3:45 p.m..
At Before Care, campers can participate in a variety of activities, including soccer, floor hockey, basketball, free play, arts & crafts, tabletop games and activities or reading.
Summer Camp After Care
After Care (3:45–4:45 p.m.) offers late check-out for campers registered in A time camps at the University of Calgary main campus that end at 3:45 p.m. There is no After Care option available for B camps that end at 4:45 p.m.
At After Care, campers can participate in a variety of activities, including soccer, floor hockey, basketball, free play, arts & crafts, tabletop games and activities or reading.
UCalgary Summer Camps
With so many different camps to choose from, including business, design, STEM, arts, aquatics, sports, outdoor camps and more, there's something for everyone from age 4 to 17.
Adapted Sport Camps
This camp is designed to help youth with physical disabilities explore the world of sports and try new things. Campers will get the chance to challenge themselves while guided by expert instructors.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 4 - 11.
Aquatics Camps
Back by popular demand...Mermaid University! Or check out our Lifeguard Camp or the Stay Safe Babysitting Camp.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 4 - 9.
Business Camps
From a fast pitch to a fully scaled business, Business Camp will give young entrepreneurs the essential tools to build their own business.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 4 - 9.
Calgary Gymnastics Camp
Gymnastics is a foundation sport that helps build strength, flexibility, coordination, and endurance, all while nurturing individuals to excel at their own pace. It helps build confidence, social, mental, and physical readiness all within a fun-loving environment, while promoting a healthy, active lifestyle.
Day camp options are available to campers entering grades 1 - 10.
Summer Intensive evening camp options are available to campers entering grades 1 - 3 and 4 - 6.
Cochrane Gymnastics Camps
Our Gymnastics camps will allow your child to learn and develop their love of sport and encourage them to be the best they can be, with qualified coaches safely leading the way.
Located in Cochrane
Camp options are available to campers aged 4 - 13.
Design Camps
Have a future architect on your hands? Begin their architectural adventure here with us at Design Camp.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 2 - 12.
Dinos Sports Camps
Learn to play like the Dinos from real University of Calgary Dinos athletes.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 2 - 12.
Film Making Camps
Put yourself in the director's chair and make your own movies. Film Camp In A Box promotes collaboration and experiential learning through hands-on digital media opportunities.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 2 - 9.
Geography Camps
Uncover why geography is so much more than maps. Geography Camp sends our young geographers on an exploration of our vast campus, conducting simulations in our laboratories and using their innovative skills to tackle real-world problems.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 2 - 7.
Minds in Motion Camps
Come put your mind in motion! Have fun this year in Minds in Motion programs that are designed to foster an excitement about the fascinating worlds of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 2 - 9.
Mini University
This summer, Mini University is excited to offer your family over two dozen fun and educational camps for kids and teens. Whether your child enjoys dance, video games, art, comic books, LEGO®, science, and sports & games or try something new like fencing, golf, martial arts, acting, digital art, or medicine, we have a camp for everyone in your family!
Camp options are available to campers entering kindergarten to grade 12.
Outdoor Camps
Calgary is surrounded with natural wonders to explore and enjoy all summer long. Dive into an adventure on our refreshing rivers or pedal the city’s extensive pathways. Get into nature with our hiking and photography camps. Kick up the adrenaline with some mountain biking or longboarding or relax with a little fishing and other fun games.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 1 - 8 and teens.
Physics Camps
The ever expansive world of physics and astronomy spans far and wide. Physics camps will explore the laws of nature through hands-on experiences, laboratory demonstrations and a field trip to the Rothney Astrophysical Observatory.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 4 - 9.
Racquet Camps
Learn for the first time or hone your skills in the biggest public racquet sports facility in Canada. Jump on the court this summer for a great physical workout and a whole lot of fun.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 1 - 10.
Skating Camps
Get back on the ice this summer in this BRAND NEW UCalgary summer camp designed to learn and keep skating skills sharp while developing physical literacy through fundamental movement.
Camp options are available to campers entering grades 2 - 3 and intermediate to advanced skaters.
Vet Camps
Ever thought of becoming a veterinarian? Do you love animals big and small? This online camp will introduce you to some of the skills and knowledge veterinarians need to take care of a variety of species.
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