Minis Summer Rugby Camps

The Crusaders Rugby Club offers multiple summer camps in Oakville, open to members and the public. Incredibly popular with participating kids, these full-day camps provide kids aged 5-12 with a full day of rugby activities (no prior experience required) and fun.

Minis Summer Day Camp

5-day camps during  July and August, 2021

The Minis Summer Day Camp is a week-long camp that offers 5 – 12 year-olds a fun camp experience while getting some good exercise, exploring how much fun rugby is and engaging in other activities.

  • Skills (pass/catch) and exploration of the game of rugby
  • Healthy, outdoor-based coaching by experienced young-adult coaches
  • An introduction to the values of rugby
  • Activities including science, nature, art and group games & activities
  • Camp week options:
    • Camp Week 1 – week of July 5, 2021, 5 days
    • Camp Week 2 – week of July 12, 2021, 5 days
    • Camp Week 3 – week of July 19, 2021, 5 days
    • Camp Week 4 – week of July 26, 2021, 5 days
    • Camp Session 5 – Aug 3-6 , 2021, 4 days ($200)
    • Camp Week 6 – week of Aug 9, 2021, 5 days
    • Camp Week 7 – week of Aug 16, 2021, 5 days
    • Camp Week 8 – week of Aug 23, 2021, 5 days
  • Open to U6 – U12 boys and girls (born in years 2009-2016)
  • Open to members and non-members

Costs:

  • Registered Crusaders Rugby Club players/members: $250+HST/week
  • Non-Registered players/members of the public: $250+HST/week plus the separate purchase of a temporary membership for insurance purposes (estimated $25). Club registration opens in April 2021, non-members can reserve and pay for their camp spot now and simply need to ensure they are registered prior to camp.
  • What do you get? All the fun described above, snacks AND an awesome Cru Camp T-Shirt

We look forward to seeing you there!

Registration

Register now (button below) to reserve your spot, there are limited spaces.

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What Parents Say

  • “The coaches play at the highest level of rugby so they make for great role models (especially for the girls).”
  • “Thank you conducting a real SPORT camp where kids are challenged and build up their strength.”
  • “It was an introduction to rugby for [my child] and a continuation of her improving her motor skills through sport. I wasn’t sure how she would like it, but she absolutely loved it.”
  • “Both kids loved it. Best camp they’ve been on.”
  • “Good, healthy, active, outdoor play! The coaching was excellent…”
  • “I loved that the camp was outdoors and that the kids were so active all day. I also love how welcoming and inclusive it was.”
  • “Brilliant camp – best week of the whole summer for my kids. Thank you!”
  • “Thank you so much to all involved, [my child] says it was the best camp ever!”
  • “Honestly, it was great. The camp leaders are wonderful. My son has been to lots of different camps over the years, and he has never loved one this much.”
  • “My son can be a little shy and anxious and his confidence really rocketed through the week.”
  • “It was a nice intro to rugby for little kids (mine are 4 and 6) – I can tell that they were learning about rugby and being taught core skills, but it was also very fun and accessible.”
  • “British Bulldog… Octopus… Water fights… passing and kicking drills… [my child] was raving about his day… everyday!!”

Membership Requirements:

Participation in theses programs requires a Mini or Junior active membership with the club. Membership options are available for individuals who wish to participate in these camps only.