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Why You Should Sign Up Early for Summer Camp

Summer may feel like it’s months away, but when it comes to securing a spot at your child’s favorite camp, early planning is essential. As the director of Canada’s largest summer soccer day camp, I’ve seen firsthand how early registration can make a world of difference for families. Here are five reasons why signing up early should be on your to-do list this year.

1. Secure Your Sport Before It’s Gone! 

Popular camps fill up fast, especially those with limited spots or specialized programming. By registering early, you’re ensuring your child won’t miss out on the experience they’ve been looking forward to all year.

For instance, our soccer camp typically reaches capacity by late spring. We’ve had families on waitlists who missed out because they hesitated to sign up. Don’t let that be you!

2. Enjoy Early-Bird Discounts

Many camps reward early planners with significant savings. Registering months in advance can often mean discounts that save you hundreds of dollars. These early-bird specials are designed to encourage families to commit early and help camps plan their resources more effectively.

3. Customize Your Child’s Experience

The earlier you register, the better your chances of choosing the specific weeks, themes, or activities that best suit your child’s interests. Whether it’s a week dedicated to advanced soccer skills, team-building exercises, or multi-sport programs, early registration ensures you have the flexibility to tailor the summer experience.

4. Peace of Mind 

Summer is a busy time, and planning can become stressful if you leave it until the last minute. By signing up early, you can check one major task off your list and focus on other aspects of your family’s summer plans—like vacations, backyard barbecues, or just relaxing.

Plus, many camps offer flexible payment plans for early registrations, allowing you to spread out the cost over several months instead of paying all at once.

5. Build Excitement for the Summer!

Registering early gives your child something to look forward to. The anticipation of camp—whether it’s meeting new friends, learning new skills, or reuniting with their favorite counselors—can help them stay motivated through the rest of the school year.

At our soccer camp, kids often begin planning their summer goals months in advance, whether it’s perfecting their free kick or mastering a new drill. That excitement can translate into greater enthusiasm and readiness when camp finally arrives.

How to Get Started

Most camps make early registration easy. Visit the camp’s website or contact their office to inquire about dates, fees, and program options. Mark key deadlines on your calendar so you don’t miss out on discounts or spots. And if you’re considering our soccer camp, keep in mind that registration opens [insert date], and spaces tend to fill quickly.

Final Thoughts

Summer camp is more than just a way to keep your kids occupied—it’s a place where they grow, learn, and create lasting memories. By signing up early, you’re giving your child the best chance to experience all the fun and benefits of camp without the last-minute scramble.

So why wait? Lock in your child’s spot today and let the countdown to an unforgettable summer begin!

What’s the one thing your child is most excited about for summer camp? Let us know in the comments below, and don’t forget to share this post with other parents who might need a friendly reminder to register early!

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Activities to do during winter lockdown

Making the most of your day

Sure, you might be in lockdown but its still a good idea to go outside to get some fresh air, even if its just outside your front door. When the sun is out even just a little bit your mood will change drastically. Setting aside some time to go outside to get some fresh air is one of the most important aspects of keeping your mental and physical health. Consider:

  • Walk your dog

  • Bike Ride

  • Go for a walk/run 

Make time for friends

Even though you may not be able to see them in person, there are so many other ways you can continue interacting with your friends. Whether it is setting up a Zoom or Facetime call just to catch up on what one another has been up to. There are endless opportunities when it comes to virtual hangouts such as:

  • Netflix party (put on your favourite movie)

  • Baking Competition

  • Cook off

Complete a puzzle/ Play a Board Game 

Completing a puzzle or playing a board game with family is another great way for you to focus your energy on something other than our electronics. Games and puzzles have many benefits such as improving your memory and problem-solving skills. Whether the puzzle is 50 pieces or 300 pieces it is a nice enjoyable activity for the whole family so share. 

Read a Book

The ‘art’ of reading a book for fun has been lost in recent generations.  Reading is usually one of those tasks, many of us say we don’t have time for. Well during a winter lockdown, this is the perfect time to find a few books you have been wanting to read. Whether you are interested in fiction or non-fiction, any book with a comfy spot in your homed will do the trick.

Practice some soccer “skills”

Making time to improve your soccer skills will benefit you in many ways. Practicing will increase your speed, perfect your technique, and get some exercise in while doing it. Find a small space in your home, look up some soccer indoor skills video on YouTube, or Instagram and get to training!

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5 reasons why applying for a summer camp job is a good idea?

Once holidays are over and we are on to the new year, we often forget to think about what we will be doing for the upcoming summer…despite this pandemic situation. Well, time to start thinking about it.  Look no further as we have the perfect summer job for you…working at summer camp…and its probably one of most rewarding jobs out there. Here’s why:

  1. Regular Hours/Routine

As we all know camp runs during the two months of summer when the children are on summer school break. Camp allows you to work during the day and have your weekends and nights off. Knowing your schedule weeks in advance makes it easier to arrange plans with friends and family during your days off.

  1. Work Outside

Nothing is better than working outside during the summer months.  After such a long year of being ‘captive’ inside, whether due to health guidelines, school or other, its liberating to be able to work outside in the fresh air all day.   Work outdoors at a summer day cannot sound more appealing.

  1. Work with Children

Having the opportunity to work with children during the summer just sounds like endless fun. Kids keep you young!  Not only will you gain so much experience to add to your resume, but you’ll be able to learn how to engage with children of different ages and learning styles.  You’ll be surprised not only how much you will learn about yourself working with children at a summer camp…but you just might find yourself pursing a different career path than you thought.

  1. Show your flare!

Working at camps gives you an opportunity to show your creative side.  While most programming is often prepared for you, the best camps allow some flexibility to incorporate the creative strengths of each of its staff members. There is nothing like sharing one of your cool ideas or experiences with the next generation.