My child is not really a strong athlete and doesn't have much experience with sports. Will they be at a disadvantage?
Not at all. We are not a sport development camp that focuses on skill sessions the entire day. Rather, our programs are designed to provide sport and recreation experiences that allow campers to learn at their own pace, develop teamwork skills, and have fun with other campers. We have a wide range of activities, from traditional sports to nature games, group challenges, and quiet activities. Year after year, campers tell us that one of their favourite aspects of camp is the variety of activities available.

Can I be in the same group as my friend?
If the two campers are in the same program and approximately the same age, we try to accommodate requests to be placed in the same camp group. That said, one of the goals of a camp experience is to meet new friends and to learn how to work together with people of different backgrounds and interests. What makes TSSC unique is that the entire camp comes together throughout the day, each day, so even if you are not in the same group as your friend, you will have an opportunity to play together at various times each day.

Can I register my child for just one week?
We have found that two week sessions allow us to develop a better relationship with our campers, and provide more time to teach them about working and playing together. This is particularly important when teaching sport and recreation skills, for it allows us to cover more topics and provides lots of practice time. While we do not recommend it, we occasionally allow some 1-week campers if space allows. Some restrictions apply, so contact the Camp Office for more details.

How competitive are your sport programs?
While competition is not a big focus of camp, we don't try to eliminate competition from our activities. We feel it is important to teach our campers the role that competition can play in sports and recreation. Activities are carefully monitored so campers can learn what ‘good competition' is, and what it means to play fair. For those older campers looking for a higher level of competition, we do have intramural leagues and tournaments.

My child is interested in the mountain biking options. What are the requirements? Can I leave their bike at camp for the 2-weeks?
Our mountain biking programs are designed for campers who are comfortable, independent riders who can use their brakes and gears on both flat ground and hills. Campers must bring a bike helmet and a mountain bike (in good repair) which has gears, hand brakes, and a horn/bell. We do have indoor, protected space at camp to store bikes for the duration of their session.

What do you do to ensure safety at camp?
We take every step to make camp a safe and enjoyable place, and we have a big focus on preventing injuries and individualizing all our activities to the abilities of our campers. Each activity is carefully planned to avoid overly-dangerous situations, and evaluated for elements of risk. Our staff are trained in first aid, CPR, and sun safety. Our health care staff work with the program staff to manage medication and provide first aid for injuries. Swimming and water activities are closely supervised by national Lifeguards. Finally, we are an accredited member of the Ontario Camping Association, which sets the overall standards for children's camps in Ontario.

Do you have subsidies available?
Yes. Our Share Camp Fund provides assistance to families to send their child to camp, or to assist with other camp-related expenses (eg. transportation to and from camp). Click here for more information.