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Ages 8-13
Art Camp
Create Big. Move Bold.
Boys & Girls | Ages 8–13
Open to beginners and experienced young artists
Designed to grow creativity, confidence, and a love for visual arts
An interactive visual arts camp led by real artists, where campers learn foundational techniques, explore their creativity, and create meaningful artwork they’re proud to take home.
Real Artists & Mentors
Campers learn from experienced artists who guide, encourage, and inspire.
Confidence Through Creation
As campers create and share their work, confidence and self-expression grow.
Balanced, Active Days
Art sessions are paired with outdoor play and movement to keep kids energized and engaged.
Is Art Camp right for my child?
Art Camp is available during select weeks only. Choose a location to see dates & rates.
Activities & Experiences
What You'll Do
Create Every Day
Two 1.25-hour art sessions daily focused on technique, creativity, and completing 2–3 canvas pieces for a week-end Art Fair.
Learn Through Play
A daily educational period with hands-on activities like Science Experiments, Math Olympics, and Spelling Bees.
Move & Play Outdoors
Camp-wide themed games like Avengers Capture the Flag and Mario Kart–inspired races.
Explore Beyond Camp
Field trips on select weeks for added inspiration and fun.
Choose Your Creative Journey
Choose your favourite, or try them all!
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Painting Week
Create 3 masterpieces on canvas
- Learn art theory, develop technique, create on canvas. - Guidance from a real artists - All supplies are provided - Once your piece is refined, showcase your pieces at the Friday Art Fair, before taking them home - Fully themed, physically active and fun Rouge Camps programming in addition to art
Expert Instructors
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Sketching Week
Hone your fundamentals
- Cartoon your friends, sketch your favourite characters and improve your skill. - Sketching is the foundation of visual arts. - Learn art theory, develop sketching technique, draw pieces that excite you. - Showcase your sketches at the Friday Art Fair, before bringing them home.
Friday Art Fair
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Sculpting Week
Sculpt your favourite Pokemon (or other Character!)
- Sculpt using incredible air dry clay. - Paint your sculptures. - Learn about art theory and develop your technique with an expert art instructor. - Showcase your art at camp and then bring it home.
Air Dry Clay
Find Us
When & Where
Summer Day Camp in Richmond Hill
Bathurst / Rutherford / Also serving Thornhill families
• 360 Thomas Cook Avenue
Summer Day Camp in Markham (Unionville)
Highway 7 / Kennedy
• 75 Waterbridge Lane
Summer Day Camp in Vaughan (Woodbridge)
Major Mackenzie / Weston
• 200 Lawford Rd
Real Stories
What Parents & Campers Say
“The camp is exceptional and well-managed, with excellent communication for parents. My son has attended Rouge for the past three years, and as he’s now aging out of the camp’s age limit, he’s eager to volunteer and stay involved.”
“My daughter and son both loved the camp! We will be returning next year!”
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Sample Daily Schedule. Each day is unique!
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Before Care
Campers enrolled in Before Care will participate in quiet, supervised activities such as free play, drawing, reading, or light games until regular camp programming begins. Please note that Before Care is an additional charge.
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Drop-Off
Campers not enrolled in Before Care can be dropped off at their counsellors.
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Character Development Program
At the start of each day, counsellors introduce a daily character trait, inspire campers, and discuss how to apply it throughout the day at camp.
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Exploratory Sport
Fox and Bear campers have the opportunity to try a variety of less traditional sports—such as ultimate frisbee, lacrosse, touch rugby, flag football, disc golf, and more!
9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Exploratory Sport
Fox and Bear campers have the opportunity to try a variety of less traditional sports—such as ultimate frisbee, lacrosse, touch rugby, flag football, disc golf, and more!
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Snack
Campers have 15 minutes to enjoy their nut-free snack from home.
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Art Camp Session
Learn art theory, sketch your best, paint your masterpieces on canvas, or sculpt a new creation!
Campers participate in Art Camp, specific activities delivered through an interactive visual arts program led by professional artists, where campers learn foundational techniques, explore their creativity, and create meaningful artwork to take home.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Lunch
Campers enjoy their nut-free lunch from home, or their Meal Plan.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Recess
A supervised free-play break where campers relax, socialize, and choose fun activities.
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Art Camp Session
Learn art theory, sketch your best, paint your masterpieces on canvas, or sculpt a new creation!
Campers participate in Art Camp, specific activities delivered through an interactive visual arts program led by professional artists, where campers learn foundational techniques, explore their creativity, and create meaningful artwork to take home.
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Leisure Sport
Bocce ball, bean bag toss, spikeball, ladder ball, and other low-intensity, lawn-style games.
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Educational Period
Activities like trivia, spelling bees, math olympics, and fun science experiments that run as one-offs or continue throughout the week.
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM
Snack
Campers have 15 minutes to enjoy their nut-free snack from home.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Camp-Wide Activity!
The highlight of each camp day—a fully themed summer camp game featuring an opening skit and a storyline woven throughout the gameplay.
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Pick-Up
Campers who are not enrolled in After Care may be picked up.
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
After Care
Campers enrolled in After Care will participate in quiet, supervised activities such as free play, drawing, reading, or light games while waiting for pick-up. Please note that After Care is an additional charge.
See It In Action
See what the Art Camp experience looks like!
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Is Art Camp Right For My Child?
Download our comprehensive guide with everything you need to know about preparing your camper for an amazing experience.
Download Guidebook (PDF)