Summer Camps

A variety of summer camps are offered at Laurier each year in Waterloo. Learn more about the different camp offerings for Summer 2025 below by expanding and collapsing the accordions. Registration is open to everyone and not limited to families of Laurier staff and/or alumni. 2026 registration will open in February.

REGISTRATION OPENS IN FEBRUARY 2026

Join us for an exciting summer filled with activities, games, crafts, and themed days that will keep your little hawk entertained! This full-day camp program is offered for kids 5-7 years of age (or turning 5 by end of calendar year). Activities can include themed days, group games, sports, crafts, swimming, rock climbing, and more! We’re excited to offer “Friday Funday” which includes lunch for your camper. Camp includes: T-shirt, Midas Photo, Friday Lunch & More!
*ALL WEEKS camps run weekly from July 2, 2025 (short week) up to and including August 22, 2025.
Intermediate aged camps will offer a variety of engaging camp activities, games, and themed days while incorporating the fundamentals of sport and movement. Sport and activity sessions will help campers become more confident and competent with the fundamental movement skills based on the skill development stages of the LTAD (long-term athlete development model) while promoting teamwork and cooperation. Camp includes: T-shirt, Midas Photo, Friday Lunch & More!
*ALL WEEKS camps run weekly from July 2, 2025 (short week) up to and including August 22, 2025.
This is for campers that love to move and have fun but enjoy more than just sports. We will offer a fun and active camp experience for those that love to move and stay engaged through activities, games, crafts and more! This camp can have some sport introductions but will focus more on co-operative play, building confidence and connections. Activities can include rock climbing, scavenger hunts, swimming, crafts, yoga and more! We also have “Friday Funday” which includes pizza lunch, and freezies at the end of the day. Camp includes: T-shirt, Midas Photo, Friday Pizza Lunch & More!
*ALL WEEKS camps run weekly from July 2, 2025 (short week) up to and including August 22, 2025.
Our multi-sport aged campers will be part of a fun camp experience with a focus on sport activities and games. The camp emphasizes fun, skill development, sportsmanship, and cooperative team spirit. Sports can include: football, track and field, soccer, baseball, basketball, floor hockey, frisbee, group games, swimming, rock climbing and MORE! Camp includes: T-shirt, Midas Photo, Friday Lunch & More!
*ALL WEEKS camps run weekly from July 2, 2025 (short week) up to and including August 22, 2025. Multi-Sport
“Our son has been to many different camps and this was our first year at Multi Sport camp. He was so incredibly excited to come to camp every day. He enjoyed his time here so much and I’ve never heard him be so enthusiastic about a camp before. It’s a real testament to how well the program is run and how awesome the counsellors are. Well done!” (Parent Testimonial, 2024)
This camp provides the opportunity for girls to build confidence in sport through dynamic programming designed to foster a life-long love of sport for our campers. The camp will be led by Laurier female students and athletes that will be positive role models. Camp includes: T-shirt, Midas Photo, Being a Female Athlete Experience, Friday Lunch & More!

This camp includes an introduction to First Aid and CPR training. The Leader-In-Training program offers individuals a unique experience, as they develop leadership and teamwork skills through fun, interactive activities. The LIT program is designed to introduce the fundamentals of leadership and support the building of skills that will support success in everyday life as well as future aspirations and goals. Camp includes: T-shirt, Midas Photo, LIT Workbook, Friday Lunch & More!
*ALL WEEKS camps run weekly from July 2, 2025 (short week) up to and including August 22, 2025.
“My daughter was at the Leadership in Training Camp for the first 6 weeks of the summer. She enjoyed most of all being with the younger campers and getting to help out with the Leaders/Counsellors. She loved going to camp and was sad when it ended. We will definitely be sending her again next year. Thank you so much for running a wonderful camp with exceptional staff, you made her feel so welcome.” (Parent Testimonial, 2024)
The Jr. Lifeguard and Swim Camp has been designed for swimmers* to work on developing and improving swim skills such as endurance and stroke technique while also learning about lifesaving skills and knowledge. Campers will also get an introduction to competitive swimming skills and what it takes to be a lifeguard! Campers will participate in a variety of in-pool and dry-land activities that relate to lifesaving and camp fun! Camp includes: T-shirt, Midas Photo, Lifesaving Skill Training, Friday Lunch & More! *Prerequisite: Children 9-12 who can swim a minimum of 25 meters and tread water for 2 minutes.

Female basketball players aged 8-13 years are invited to participate in FIVE ACTION PACKED DAYS of basketball drills and competitions. Laurier’s Girls Basketball Summer Camp provides young athletes with the chance to improve their skills in a fun and challenging atmosphere. Each player is given special attention with a maximum coach to player ratio of 1:10. Participants are grouped in divisions based on age, skill and playing ability for both instructional sessions and game settings. Camp includes: T-shirt, Varsity Coach and Athlete Instruction & More!
Laurier's Boys Basketball Summer Camp provides young athletes with the chance to improve their individual skills, team concept and spirit in a fun and competitive atmosphere. Each player is given special attention with a maximum coach to player ratio of 1:10. Participants are grouped in divisions based on age, skill and playing ability which allows players to learn about team chemistry and game development. Camp includes: T-shirt, Varsity Coach and Athlete Instruction & More!
“Our son worked very hard on his basketball skills at camp this week. It was so nice that his efforts were noticed, and rewarded! He is very proud of his certificate!” (Parent Testimonial, 2024)
Our new COED Basketball Summer Camp provides male and female athletes with the chance to improve their individual skills, team concept and spirit in a fun and competitive atmosphere. Each player is given special attention with a maximum coach to player ratio of 1:10. Participants are grouped in divisions based on age, skill and playing ability which allows players to learn about team chemistry and game development. Camp includes: T-shirt, Basketball, Friday “Wear your Favorite Player Jersey” Day, Team and Individual Awards and Prizes, a photo with Midas and Friday lunch!
Join the Wilfrid Laurier men's basketball team coaching staff for a week of Elite Basketball Camp! The camp is designed with the goal in mind to enhance athlete’s work ethic, skill development and basketball IQ. Skills and drills are developed to engage athletes in game play breakdown on the offensive and defensive end of the court. This High-Performance Coed Camp is for higher-level athletes from 12-16 years old. The curriculum will focus on the in-depth fundamentals of the game: footwork, shooting, finishing, passing, and ball handling. Our 1 to 5 coach to athlete ratio will ensure the quality of the training and allows for a detail-oriented coaching philosophy. Camp includes: Reversible Basketball Jersey, a Basketball, an Individual Report and Development Plan, and Friday Lunch!
This camp offers an exciting partnership with the Laurier varsity soccer team! Learn the basics of soccer skills in a safe fun atmosphere while participating in age and skill appropriate groupings. Camp includes: T-shirt, Varsity Coach and Athlete Instruction & More!

The Laurier Football High School Camp will provide student athletes (aged 13-19) with an opportunity to improve their skills & increase their understanding of the game of football in a fun and challenging environment. The camp will also allow talented players to be scouted by the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks coaching staff.
The Laurier Women’s Hockey Summer Development Clinic offers a premier opportunity for young female athletes to elevate their game both on and off the ice. With a focus on fostering a supportive and empowering environment, participants will have the chance to enhance their hockey skills, develop physical conditioning, and participate in team building activities. Beyond hockey, our camp emphasizes essential life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship.