2025 Vancouver Mom's Top Picks Summer Camps

April 08, 2025

As April rolls in, it's the perfect time to plan for the upcoming summer break. Vancouver Mom presents its VM Top Picks Summer Camp feature list, showcasing these incredible camps that will engage, entertain, and inspire your child. 

Don't wait until the last minute—
secure their spots early, as these camps fill up fast!

ELEVATE ULTIMATE

Discover the thrill of Elevate Ultimate Summer Camps! Their action-packed week features Ultimate Frisbee, Disc Golf, STEM activities, and more for kids aged 7-14. Whether beginner or pro, their camps offer skill-building and growth in a supportive environment. Use code VM50 to save $50 on registration!

BYTE CAMP

Byte Camp has been inspiring creativity and technical skills in kids through fun, engaging programs. They teach coding, animation, and game design to ages 9-14, and offer advanced training in engineering and game development for ages 13-16 with their Byte Camp U series in Victoria. Join us them summer to turn your tech skills into a lifelong passion!

ARTS UMBRELLA

Explore creativity at Arts Umbrella’s Summer Camps! From Art to Dance, Theatre, Music, and more, their programs offer ages 3-19 the chance to discover passions, hone skills, and have fun. Led by their expert faculty, with a curriculum designed by artistic leaders, join them at Granville Island and Surrey Centre for single or multi-week programs. Unlock your child's artistic potential this summer!

VANCOUVER AQUARIUM

Give you kids an unforgettable summer at Ocean Explorers Camps at Vancouver Aquarium, proudly partnered with MiniMakers. This hands-on, interactive camp immerses children in marine life and sustainability through guided tours, engaging science activities, and creative projects. Hosted in the AquaQuest Building, with access to the Aquarium Galleries, Wet Lab and 4D Theatre, this camp inspires curiosity, creativity and lasting connections with nature. Sign up now for a week of fun!

CAMP QWANOES

Camp Qwanoes offers the ultimate west coast summer experience for kids and teens — a place where adventure, friendship, and discovery fill every day. With over 75 activities and a stunning oceanfront setting, campers enjoy endless opportunities to explore, grow, and have fun, all led by a dedicated staff team from around the world.

For families coming from the mainland, travel is simple and seamless. Since 1966, Camp Qwanoes has made it easy to get to camp. Campers meet staff at a reserved check-in area at Tsawwassen Mills Mall, where luggage is loaded and ready to go. From there, staff supervise the journey through the ferry terminal and across to Vancouver Island. Upon arrival, camp buses bring them straight to Qwanoes, where an exciting welcome awaits.

CANLAN SPORTS

Hockey camps are running all summer long — and that means endless opportunities for kids to make memories, build skills, and have the time of their lives. Each week is packed with nearly 4 hours of daily ice time, giving players a total of 20 hours on the ice — like doing two full programs in one high-energy week. This fast-paced format leads to rapid development, helping kids sharpen their skills and boost their confidence. But it’s not just about hockey. With top-notch coaches and a fun, supportive environment, it’s the perfect place to learn, grow, and thrive both on and off the ice. Let them play all day and make the most of summer.

PEAR TREE EDUCATION

Pear Tree Education is about to change your idea of summer camps! Like many families, you’re looking for the perfect blend of education and social interactions for your child.

They have become one of Vancouver’s most popular education camp. Your child will spend as much time as possible outside, experiencing education hands-on in the open air.

STEAMOJI

Steamoji’s hands-on STEM camps for the real world expose children ages 5-14 to emerging technologies like AI, robotics and 3D printing. From catapult competitions that will engage their engineering brains to coding and designing an RGB desk lamp, kids get into a growth mindset and problem-solving zone.

Locations in BC: Kitsilano, Kerrisdale, Richmond Central, West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Burnaby Metrotown, Coquitlam, South Surrey, Langley & Kelowna

WILDPLAY ELEMENT PARKS

Join WildPlay’s new Anti-Gravity Camp for outdoor education, play, and exercise this summer. Conquer aerial activities, learn teamwork, problem-solving, and resilience. Say goodbye to screens and hello to unforgettable outdoor fun!

Sign up now for an action-packed summer at WildPlay’s Anti-Gravity Camp. Don’t miss out on this gravity-defying experience!

VANCOUVER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL
FOR SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (VISST)

VISST camps offer hands-on STEM programs for ages 8-17, covering Machine Learning, Sustainability, Game Programming, and more. Taught by award-winning instructors, students learn at their own pace and receive a certificate.

MONARCH ARTS EDUCATION

Discover an extraordinary summer at Camp Monarch! Their two-week day camp, for ages 5-12, blends music, art, dance, and musical theatre in a nurturing environment. Led by professional instructors, their Orff-Schulwerk approach provides engaging, hands-on classes. Campers showcase their talents in a full-scale performance, fostering teamwork and creativity. With 23 years of inspiring young artists, Camp Monarch is the ideal choice for your child’s summer adventure!

CAMP INTEGEM

Camp Integem, North America’s leading AI + AR summer camp, is now in Canada with hands-on programs that inspire creativity and build real tech skills. As the only NVIDIA-certified education partner in the country, campers dive into cutting-edge topics like AR design, AI robotics, drone programming, 3D printing, and more. From creating virtual worlds to launching AI-powered balloon missions, kids learn by doing — no experience needed. It’s a fun, supportive space to explore passions, make friends, and dream big.

LDS - LEARN. DEVELOP. SUCCEED

LDS offers week-long camps specially designed for students with learning differences. With a low instructor-to-camper ratio, kids enjoy hands-on activities in a supportive and fun environment. Choose from two exciting themes: Detective Academy, where campers solve mysteries while building literacy and critical thinking skills, or STEAM Camp, filled with science games, math challenges, and tech exploration. Or try both! Space is limited—reserve your spot today!

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