Summer Camps
Canton Summer Camps
Summer is what we do best. Whether it be park picnics, morning yoga, arts ’n crafts or pool time, Canton Leisure Services’ preschool, sports, enrichment, and therapeutic recreation day camps are no exception.
Get started by browsing our Discover Brochure and register online. Registration for the 2020 Camp Season began March 7, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.
Early Bird Discount
Use code CAMPS2020 to receive 10% Early Bird Discount March 7-14, 2020, where applicable.
Cost Key
- (M) - Summit on the Park Members
- (R) - Canton Residents
- (NR) - Non-Residents
- Camp Information
- B.L.O.C.K. Stay-cation
- Camp Canton
- Canton Activity Crew (C.A.C)
- Preschool Camps
- Sports Camps
- Theater Camps
- Therapeutic Recreation Camps
- Youth Camps
Camp Information and Resources
Summer Camp Registration: registration is available online and at the Summit on the Park starting March 7, 10:00 a.m. Location: Summit on the Park, 46000 Summit Parkway, Canton, MI 48188.
Summer Camp Brochure: a complete listing of all the preschool, youth and teen summer camps offered at the Summit on the Park and Canton Leisure Services can be found in the Spring/Summer Discover brochure. The brochure will be delivered to all Canton homes and available at the Summit on the Park early February.
Is the Summer Camp that you were interested in registering for already full? We encourage you to add your name to the waitlist for any and all weeks that you are still interested in being considered for. Participants will be called from these lists as cancellations happen and vacancies become available.
Important Camp Requirement - Health Appraisal: All participants registered for one of Canton’s State-Licensed Day Camps, which include: Camp Canton, Camp A.B.L.E., Camp Leisure Club, and the B.L.O.C.K. Stay-Cation, will be required to submit a current year Health Appraisal Form to the Summit on the Park at least 30 days prior to the start of Camp.
- Print off a Camp Health Appraisal Form (PDF). If you would like the form made available to you in an alternative format (email, large print, audible, braille, or other), please contact the Recreation Supervisor at 734/394-5460 or by email.
Camp Withdrawal Form: If you are unable to attend summer camp please refer to the Camp Withdrawal Form (PDF) for the guidelines to remove your child from camp. All forms must be completed by the participant’s parent or guardian and submitted to the Summit on the Park front desk or emailed to the summer camp supervisor. If you have any questions please call 734/394-5460. If you would like the forms made available to you in an alternative format (email, large print, audible, braille, or other), please contact the Recreation Supervisor at 734/394-5460 or by email.
B.L.O.C.K. Stay-Cation 2020
The B.L.O.C.K. Summer Stay-cation camp is open for youth ages 11-17 yrs. Each week we will have excursions, daily activities, and plenty of time to hang out with friends. Summer long membership, weekly membership options available.
Registration: began on March 7, 2020-THE BLOCK SUMMER CAMP IS CURRENTLY FULL. Register today to be on the wait-list!
Dates: June 15- August 21, 2020
- Visit The B.L.O.C.K. web page for summer program details!
Camp Canton
Ages: 5 to 10
Location: Summit on the Park Dance Studios A/B/C
Camp Canton is a week-long day camp experience licensed by the State of Michigan. Activity-filled days keep us busy with sports, crafts, swimming, theme days, guest speakers, and an "off-site" field trip every Thursday.
Campers must bring a lunch, water bottle, sunscreen, swimsuit, and towel everyday. Tennis shoes are also necessary to maximize participant involvement in everything that Camp Canton has to offer. Our highly trained staff is certified in CPR and First Aid. Staff to Camper Ratios are 1:6. For additional information please visit the Camp Canton web page.
CAMP CANTON 360 TOUR
If you would like to view the rooms that Camp Canton uses, please view our 360 video (HTML) youtube link Opens in New Window. As you watch the video, you can click right or left on the photo to rotate around each room.
2020 Canton Activity Crew (C.A.C) - Supervised Playground Program
Ages: 5 to 15 years
When: June 15 - August 7, 2020
Registration Opens in New Window opens March 7, 2020 at 10 a.m.
2020 Locations
- 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Freedom Park
- Flodin Park
- 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
- Heritage Park
- Miller Elementary
Canton Activity Crew (CAC) is a drop-in supervised playground program for children ages 5 - 15 years. Days at CAC include, themed activities, sports, games, crafts, and so much fun all summer long!
Children must be 5 years old as of the first day of camp to participate in Canton Activity Crew, no exceptions will be made.
For the safety of your child, we are limiting the number of participants at each site to 70. This will keep our child to counselor ratio around 1:10 and will be based on first come first served. Once a site is full, a text notification will be send through our registration system.
2020 One-time Fee
- Covers the child for the entire summer.
- Early Bird Registration:
- March 7, 2020 at 10 a.m. - June 14, 2020
- Residents Only: $40 for the first child, $35 for each additional child.
- Online Registration Opens in New Window
- On-site Registration:
- June 15, 2020 at the Playground Site
- Residents: $45 for the first child, $40 for each additional child.
- Non-Residents: $56 for the first child, $49 for each additional child.
Click on the link below for the CAC Emergency Contact Form. Children must have a form on file before participation in the program will be permitted. If you would like a printed copy of the form mailed to you, please call 734/394-5460 or email Opens a New Window. the program coordinator.
- CAC Emergency Form (PDF)
- CAC Emergency Form (HTML)
- CAC Behavior ContractCAC Behavior Contract (PDF) Opens a New Window.
- CAC Behavior Contract (HTML)
If you would like the forms made available to you in an alternative format (email, large print, audible, braille, or other), please contact the Recreation Supervisor at 734/394-5460 or by email Opens a New Window. .
For more information please contact the Canton Activity Crew Program Coordinator Opens a New Window. or call 734/394-5460.
2020 Preschool Camps
(P/C) Parent Child Camps
Preschool families are encouraged to visit the Preschool Program web page for additional information and updates.
For additional information, please contact the Preschool Program Coordinator Opens in New Window or call 734/394-5374.
2020 SPORTS CAMPS
The summer will be a blast for your children with these exciting sports camps. Registration is currently available online and in-person the Summit on the park. The complete details are available in the Discover program brochure or on the Sports Camps web page.
Camps and Programs available for:
2020 Theater Camps
Location: Village Theater at Cherry Hill, 50400 Cherry Hill Road, Canton, MI 48187
Questions: 734/394-5300
Jr. Broadway bootcamp
An abbreviated version of our traditional camp, Jr. Broadway Bootcamp is especially designed for our youngest stars to teach them the skills to embark on their journey into theater. Filled with fun games and activities, this camp provides a great introduction into theater. Before-Care add-on option is available for additional $15 fee, pre-registration is required.
| Activity Code | Ages | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| VT2418 | 4-6 | Aug 10-13 | 9-12p |
Broadway Boot Camp
This all day camp packed full of theatrical fun! Professional actors, choreographers and international acting coaches from Europe, Boston and the Detroit areas will work with your child throughout the week. Campers will work together with friends to create an amazing show for families to watch on the final day! Before- and After-Care add-on option is available for additional $30 fee, pre-registration required.
| Activity Code | Ages | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| VT2407 | 7-12 | Jul 20-24 | 9-4:30p |
| VT2408 | 7-12 | Aug 10-14 | 9-4:30p |
Musical Theater Master Class
This master class is designed for the serious theater and/or musical theater student. Offering intensive theme work, more difficult choreography and individualized attention for each student, this weeklong camp will bring your theater skills to the next level. Guest experts will help you get prepared for your next tryout and/or college audition by offering professional feedback and critique. Covering scene work and extensive musical theater work, students are welcome to bring something prepared to work on during this workshop, but it is not necessary.
| Activity Code | Ages | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| VT2417 | 13-18 | Jul 20-24 | 9-4:30p |
Therapeutic Recreation Camps
Registration for 2020 Summer season will begin March 10, 2019 at 10 am.
Camp A.B.L.E. (Achieve, Believe, Learn, Experience)
- Ages: 8 to 14 years
- When: June 15 - August 6
- Location: Cherry Hill School
- Who: Youth with developmental, emotional, cognitive, or physical disabilities
- What: A traditional summer camp experience is mirrored and adapted for participants to encourage fun, socialization, the development of motor skills, and more.
- Camp A.B.L.E. 360 Camp Video (HTML) Opens in New Window : as you proceed through the video click right or left on the screen to scroll around the room.
Additional Camp A.B.L.E. Program Information Available on the Therapeutic Recreation Homepage Opens in New Window
Camp Leisure Club
- Ages: 15 years and older
- When: June 17 - August 8
- Location: Summit on the Park
- Who: Individuals with developmental, emotional, cognitive, or physical disabilities
- What: A traditional summer camp experience is mirrored and adapted for participants to encourage fun, socialization, the development of motor skills, and more.
- Camp Leisure Club 360 Camp Video (HTML)Opens in New Window: as you proceed through the video click right or left on the screen to scroll around the room.
Additional Camp Leisure Club Program Information Available on the Therapeutic Recreation Homepage Opens in New Window .
2020 Youth Camps
Camp Canton (5-10 yrs)
A week-long day camp licensed by the State of Michigan. Activity filled days filled with sports, crafts, swimming, theme days, guest speakers and "off-site" field trips on Thursdays. For more information visit the Camp Canton web page.
B.L.O.C.K. Summer Camp (11-17 yrs)
The summer program mixes the right amount of hang out time with fun activities at the Youth and Teen Center. Every Friday includes an adventure to some of the coolest spots around. For more information visit the B.L.O.C.K. web page.
Discover Brochure: Opens a New Window. all Canton Leisure Services programs, classes, events and services are included in the bi-annual Discover program brochure. Offerings are available for all ages and interests.
Registration: Opens a New Window. program registration is available online and at the Summit on the Park front desk.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
If the Plymouth/Canton School District closes due to inclement weather during the school year (typically due to winter weather conditions), all Leisure Services Department programs/classes held prior to 4:00 p.m. will be canceled. For Leisure Services programs/classes that begin after 4:00 p.m. a determination to cancel will be made no later than 2:00 p.m. that day.
ACCOMMODATION REQUEST
Leisure Services strives to offer inclusive recreation opportunities for all participants. If you would like to request an ADA accommodation or to request that a form/information be made available in an alternative format (email, large print, braille, audible or other) please contact our Recreation Supervisor at 734/394-5460 or by email Opens a New Window. .