Algoma Thunderbird Summer Camp 2026 Registration Now Open!
Algoma University offers week-long summer camps throughout July and August for children ages 6 to 14 years old for Multi-Sport and Camp Explore and ages 6 to 16 years old for Thunderbirds Basketball. Guided by the HIGH FIVE philosophy, our Thunderbirds Summer Camps aim to promote a healthy active lifestyle, the exchange of ideas, diversified learning, and memorable experiences for every child. Thunderbirds Day Camp is the place to be this summer!
Register for two camps, and get the third 25% off! This discount is not available online and must be done by a GLC Staff member. This can apply to one or more children from the same family and all three camps must be registered at the same time, with the same parent/emergency contact information. Algoma University Staff and faculty are eligible for a 25% discount! This discount is not available online and Thunderbird Basketball is excluded from this promo. Please email glcdesk@algomau.ca to access this discount. This discount cannot be applied through online registration. No refunds or credit with be processed retroactively.
Half-day and single-day options are available. Please email glcdesk@algomau.ca for more details. Thunderbird Day Camp is the place to be this summer!
Key Information:
- Drop-Off
- 8:30-9:00AM
- Pick-Up
- 4:00-4:30PM
- Extended Care
- 8:00AM drop-off & Late Pick-Up ($25 extra)
- Prices
- Full-Day: $275
- Full-Day with Extended Care: $300
- Half-Day: $150
Week 1 & 5
Fuel imagination and adventure! Each day features a new theme—art, science, history, fantasy, or nature—with hands-on projects, experiments, and outdoor games. Campers create, problem-solve, and stay active through crafts, drama, STEM challenges, and team activities. Perfect for curious minds—join the fun and let creativity soar while staying active!
What to expect:
- Themed daily adventures (think: Mad Scientist Monday, Time Traveler Tuesday, Fantasy Friday!).
- Mix of creativity + action: Art, STEM projects, drama, outdoor games, and lively group challenges.
- Skill-building focus: Problem-solving, creative expression, and teamwork.
Week 2 & 6
Discover, play, and grow! Campers explore obscure sports, dances, local ecosystems, hands-on art, and cultural games—through curiosity-driven adventures. Each day blends active challenges with creative learning to spark new passions. Perfect for curious kids eager to try everything—no experience needed.
What to expect:
- Unconventional activities: Think outing to Steel City MMA, pickleball, geocaching, or backyard ecology.
- Growth mindset focus: Embrace challenges, teamwork, and healthy habits.
- Active + engaged: Movement, creativity, and exploration fuel every session.
Week 3 & 7
Adventure awaits! Campers master outdoor skills—camping, hiking, nature ID, fire-building, orienteering—rain or shine. Through hands-on exploration, they’ll grow resilience, problem-solving, and a deep connection to the natural world. Perfect for budding adventurers ready to unplug and thrive outdoors.
What to expect:
- Skills + grit: Navigate trails, identify flora/fauna, programming with Entomica Insectarium, and weather challenges.
- Active all day: Hikes, survival games, outdoor sports, team challenges.
- Growth mindset: Embrace obstacles, learn from nature, stay curious.
Week 4 & 8
Crush goals, break barriers! A camp focused on learning new skills and challenging oneself, campers will complete challenges in almost everything from physical activity, creative tasks, world records, and more. It is all about setting goals and working towards them!
What to Expect:
- Skill surges: Master sports basics, DIY engineering, talent shows, or Olympic events!
- Growth mindset grind: Build grit, adaptability, and confidence through wins and trials.
- Active innovation: Teamwork meets creative problem-solving in high-energy challenges.
