Nipissing University summer camps

Registration is now open for summer camps at Nipissing University, providing opportunity for kids to learn about Science, Engineering, Math, Hockey and Volleyball…and get out of their parents hair for a while.Science, Engineering and Mathematics camps are offered through Nipissing’s Office of Aboriginal Initiatives and the Schulich School of Education.  Open to children ages 9 – 14, Sessions include Ecological Sciences, Outdoor Education, Engineering and the Environment, Health Sciences and Aquatice Studies. They run in concurrent weeks from July 2 – August 3, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily.  The cost is $100 per week. The Nipissing Lakers Hockey Camp runs for two separate weeks, August 20 – 24, and August 27 – August 31, at Memorial Gardens. Lakers Head Coach Mike McParland will lead the hockey camp with the help of Lakers players and assistant coaches.  McParland brings 20 years of coaching experience in the Swiss National League, as well as Head Coach for Team Canada Tournament Champion at the Skoda Cup Tournament in Slovakia in 2003. The camp will consist of a mix of on-ice training, off-ice core-body training and an educational component. It is divided into three age groups: 6 – 8 year-olds (costing $160); 9 – 11 year-olds ($175); and ages 11+ ($175). Goalies are also welcome to attend at a cost of $150. This year, as part of the educational component, the camp is partnering with North Bay Police Service to offer campers a talk about bullying, cyber-bullying and drug use. The camp will also offer expert advice from Source for Sports about equipment. Dr. Jim McAuliffe, director of Nipissing’s School of Physical and Health Education, will provide information about concussions.  The Nipissing Lakers Summer Volleyball Camps include both the All Skills Co-Ed Volleyball Camp, August 13 – 17, and the Peak Performance – Girls Volleyball Camp, July 30 – August 3. The All Skills - Co-Ed Volleyball Camp is open to children ages 9-17 of all abilities. It runs from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The cost is $140. Participants will develop a more in-depth understanding of the game while mastering the fundamental skills. Coaches will develop player’s tactical and technical abilities through various drills and team play. Athletes will be divided into groups according to age and abilities allowing the best possible learning experience. Register online:www.nulakers.ca The Peak Performance - Girls' Volleyball Camp is open to girls aged 14 – 18 with advanced skills.  It runs from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and costs $200. It is designed for high school players and club athletes with a commitment to the sport and the motivation to take their game to the next level. Participants must be proficient in all skills and should have an in-depth knowledge of the game. This week of intense training will focus on exposing athletes to the next level of volleyball through position specific drills, advanced technical and tactical skills and conditioning. Apply early! Registrations are capped at 28. Register online:www.nulakers.ca