WPGA Summer Programs Brochure 2017

Minecraft & Swim (6-13 years)
As a castaway in a new land, learn to build your
own world among friends by exploring resources
and taking on challenges to refine your building
techniques. Newbies and serious gamers are
welcome. Includes lifeguard-supervised swims in
the WPGA pool, so bring your bathing suit, towel
and goggles.
Saltus Basketball Camp (8-11 years)
Led by Saltus Athletic Academy, this coed
basketball program provides extensive training
for players to develop fundamental game
knowledge, team concepts and individual skills.
With a high coach to athlete ratio, players will
be placed in groups of similar skill to ensure
everyone receives the proper level of challenge.
T-shirt provided. Participants will be supervised
over lunch.
Golf at the Musqueam Golf and
Learning Academy (8-14 years)
Develop fundamental golf skills (putting,
chipping, full swing), learn golf etiquette and
rules, and practise physical activities that improve
agility, balance and coordination. Classes include
greenside bunkers and pitching (weather
permitting) and are taught by PGA of Canada golf
professionals. Participants will be transported to
the Musqueam Golf and Learning Academy in
WPGA school buses.
Tennis - Junior Aces (8-14 years)
Summer Smash Tennis serves up the fun!
Develop and improve your tennis skills through
high energy, game-based lessons that use
the progressive tennis model. This program
emphasizes building a strong technical
foundation as well as strategy and point play.
Beginner and intermediate levels welcome.
Making Ancient History (10-13 years)
Delve into the ancient worlds of Greece,
Rome, Egypt and more! From architecture, art
and language, learn about these fascinating
civilizations that once ruled on earth. Make a
Greek vase, build a model temple, design and
manufacture early coins, be a gladiator, create
sculptures and a cartouche, speak an ancient
language—with so many options, projects will be
tailored to each participant’s interests.
Red Cross Babysitting (11-15 years)
Earn your Canadian Red Cross babysitting
certification by learning basic first aid, kid-friendly
activities and emergency preparedness. Taught
by a Red Cross certified instructor and WPGA
teacher.
Week 1: June 26–30 | Afternoon Programs