Junior programs (ages 8-11)

Active Gamers

(Ages 8-11)

Join this action-packed week of fun physical activities, video games and the strategy board game chess. Learn how strategies acquired in video games can be applied to the physical activities you play throughout the day. Get ready to get your game on with the latest systems from Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U classroom leader (typically from the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management)

Hours/day: 3 Classroom; 3 Rec

Weeks offered: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5*, 6, 7, 8, 9**

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Advanced Climbing Skills

(Ages 10-15)

Advanced Climbing Skills is designed to help climbers with experience on the wall continue to develop their skills. The focus of this program will be on intermediate to advanced techniques while teaching you what it takes to train for a competition. Participants will be encouraged to set long-term goals for themselves and they will learn strategies for achieving their goals.

All members of the climbing team will receive 10 passes for open climb time. Parental supervision is required during open climb times.

Prerequisite: Wall Climbing - Fundamentals/Skills Advancement or equivalent.

Offered: fall, winter

Instructor: qualified wall leader instructor

Length: 1.5 hours

Archery, Fencing, Racquetball

(Ages 8-11)

Get the opportunity to try these three sports in a fun and safe environment. Learn sport-specific skills in archery, fencing and racquetball while developing an understanding of fair play.

Offered: summer

Instructor: Sport Manitoba trained staff

Partners: Sport Manitoba and Manitoba Fencing Association

Hours/day: 4 sport; 2 rec

Weeks offered: 5*, 6

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Badminton/Basketball Combo

(Ages 8-11)

In a recreational environment, through daily drills, scrimmages and game play, participants will develop their shooting, passing, dribbling, serving, and rallying skills while building agility and endurance. Instruction will focus on the fundamentals of badminton and basketball and incorporate the opportunity to learn new organizational and team-building skills. All equipment will be provided but you may also bring your own.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders

Hours/day: 4 sport; 2 rec

Weeks offered: 5*, 9**

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

NEW - Ball Hockey

(Ages 8 - 11)

Looking for hockey but not ready to lace up the skates just yet? This program is designed with you in mind. With more of a recreational mindset than our traditional hockey programs, come showcase your skills while working on you shot, passing, conditioning, and stickhandling through a variety of drills and scrimmages off campus on an paved, indoor hockey arena. Participants are required to bring their own CSA approved helmets, hockey gloves and stick.

Offered: summer

Instructor: Qualified Mini U Leaders

Hours/day: 3 ball hockey; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 1, 2

Price: $243

Bring it on Broadway (Two Week Camp)

(Ages 8-11)

Step onto the big stage if you have a flair for the performing arts! Learn about melodies, harmonies, acting and choreography. Discover how our bodies work to create sound and expression. Show off your talent during a group performance at the University of Manitoba’s very own John J. Conklin Theatre. Vocal experience is not required but participants must be excited about singing and performing.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U classroom leader (typically from the department of English, Film & Theatre)

Hours/day: 3 classroom; 3 rec

Partners: Faculty of Arts

Weeks offered: 2 & 3, 4 & 5*, 7 & 8

Price: $377 ($319 *short week)

Cheerleading

(Ages 8-11)

This camp is an introduction to the sport of cheerleading. Learn basic tumbling, pyramids and stunts combined with gymnastics and dance techniques. Showcase your skills during a cheer performance on Friday afternoon!

Offered: summer

Instructor: local cheer coaches and athletes

Hours/day: 3 cheer; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 4, 6

Price: $228

Coding for Kids

(Ages 8-11)

If you have an active imagination and an interest in computers then come and learn to code with us. Get to know the fundamentals of programming using the drag and drop program Scratch. Create your own interactive stories, animated adventures, creative comics and games. Previous experience with coding is not required.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U classroom leader (typically from the department of computer science)

Hours/day: 3 classroom; 3 rec

Partners: Department of Computer Science

Weeks offered: 1, 3, 5*, 6, 7

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Dodgeball

(Ages 8-11)

We've added an exciting twist on an old favourite! Join us for glow-in-the-dark dodgeball combined with the classic games you love. You will also learn throwing, catching and dodging techniques while getting to know the official rules of the game.

Offered: Spring Break camps, summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders

Hours/day: 3 dodgeball; 3 rec

Weeks offered:  1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9**

Price: $228

Draw, Paint, Create

(Ages 8-11)

Explore your creativity and express yourself. Learn about art mediums like drawing, painting and more! Smocks may not be available so please bring a large shirt to protect your clothes.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U classroom leader (typically from the School of Art)

Hours/day: 3 classroom; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 1, 4, 7

Price: $228

Field Trip Camp

(Ages 8-11)

Keep active with us this summer while visiting some of Winnipeg’s fun and exciting destinations. You’ll experience four outings throughout the week which may include activities such as laser tag, a ninja and parkour gym, fun park amusement center and more! While on campus at Mini U, you will be participating in various recreational activities as well as a team-building activity that will have you competing in challenges across campus. More specific information regarding your outings will be sent out the week prior to your camp starting.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders

Hours/day: varies

Weeks offered:  3, 4, 5*, 6, 7, 8, 9**

Price: $323 ($291 *short week)

GirlZone: Educate, Empower, Express

(Ages 8-11)

In a safe and supportive environment, develop and grow into an expressive, confident mover and thinker. Learn about topics like leadership, healthy living, yoga, coding with computers and more! This program is designed for participants who identify as female.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified female Mini U classroom leader

Hours/day: 3 classroom; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 4, 7

Price: $228

Glow in the Dark

(Ages 8-11)

Black lights, neon decals and glow-in-the-dark paint will light the way in this exciting new camp. Join us for a week filled with fun games and activities all played under our black lights! 

Each participant will receive a special glow-in-the-dark t-shirt to take home. (Summer only.)

Offered: Spring Break camps, summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders

Hours/day: 3 glow; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 1, 3, 4, 5*, 7, 9**

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Goalie Camp

(Ages 8-11)

Come and learn from the best in this goalie-focused camp that will be sure to have you stopping shots all year long. This camp features specialized goaltending instruction which allows for enhanced skill development and execution of all goaltending styles. You will also learn how to mentally prepare for competitive situations. 

Full goaltending equipment required.

Offered: fall

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders (including Bison athletes)

Length: 1.25 hours

Goalie Training Camp

(Ages 8-11)

Come learn from the best in this goalie-focused camp that’ll be sure to have you stopping shots all year long. Learn about net positioning and  movement, puck control, rebound control and stick use. Minimum of one year playing experience required.

Goalies must have full equipment to participate.

Offered: summer

Instructor: U Sports athletes (including Bison athletes)

Hours on ice: 2.25; off ice: 3.75

Weeks offered: 4, 8

Price: $391

Golf

(Ages 8-11)

This summer, learn from a certified PGA golf professional! Learn the basics of the game on the golf course and the driving range while having fun along the way. Throughout the week receive instruction at St. Vital Golf Centre and then put your skills to work at Maplewood Golf Course. Receive a video analysis and print out of your swing to help maximize your shots off the tee box, your fairway shots and your chipping and putting.

Participants must supply their own set of clubs and golf balls.

Offered: summer

Instructor: Glen Sirkis, PGA Golf professional and winner of multiple Manitoba Junior Leader of the Year Awards

Hours/day: varies

Weeks offered: 3, 4

Price: $278

Hockey Shots Camp

(Ages 8-11)

You will get instruction in wrist shots, backhands, snap shots as well as an introduction to slap shots to get you ready for your upcoming season. Time will also be spent on creating offensive and defensive opportunities, rushing the net and deking. Fifteen minutes of each ice time session will be spent on skating drills to improve conditioning. 

Full equipment is required.

Offered: fall

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders (including Bison athletes)

Length: 1.25 hours

Judo

(Ages 8-11)

Enjoy a sport built on respectful behaviour, physical fitness, safety and fair play. Learn Judo techniques – including throws and mat work – designed for your skill level, either beginner or advanced.  

Judo gis (clothing) are provided in summer only.

Offered: fall-spring, summer

Advisor: Moe Oye, eighth degree black belt

Summer Hours/Day: 3 Judo; 3 rec

Weeks offered:  3

Price: $278

Fall-spring

Ages: 9-14 (Beginner, no experience necessary) 10-16 (yellow belt and up)

Length: 1.25 hours

Jr. NBA Youth Basketball

(Ages 8-11)

Jr. NBA Youth Basketball is designed to provide young athletes with fun, high-quality, and developmentally appropriate basketball training, programming, and coaching as part of a holistic approach to long-term athlete development.

All participants will receive an NBA team reversible jersey featuring one of six NBA teams, basketball, drawstring bag, poster and certificate of participation.

Offered: summer

Instructor: U Sports athletes (including Bison athletes)

Partners: Canada Basketball and Basketball Manitoba

Hours/day: 3 basketball; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 2, 5*, 6, 8

Prices: $303 ($265 *short week)

Junior Creators

(Ages 8-11)

Learn about famous designers and innovators, their approaches and inspirations and how the built world comes together. Witness 3D printing and laser cutting firsthand in the Architecture FABLab. Take part in design exercises and learn how to create your own unique structures with custom parts cut by a laser cutter! Participants will take home two objects that they have assembled and created themselves.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U classroom leader (typically from the Faculty of Architecture)

Hours/day: 3 classroom; 3 rec

Partners: Faculty of Architecture

Weeks offered:  1, 3, 4, 5*, 6, 8, 9**

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Junior Herd Hockey

(Ages 8-11)

Join a program designed for the intermediate or experienced Bison who can skate with confidence, has a good understanding of the rules of hockey, and a good foundation in shooting, passing and stick handling. Participants must have at least two years of experience playing on a hockey team. Learn about conditioning, agility training, positioning, shooting and scoring, stick handling, passing, offensive and defensive strategies, teamwork and fair play. Experience fun off-ice exercises and training, paired with tips about healthy living.

Offered: summer

Instructor: U Sports athletes (including Bison athletes)

Hours on ice: 2; off ice: 4 

Weeks offered: 2, 3, 4, 5*, 6, 7, 8, 9**

Price: $288 ($245 *short week)

Junior Herd Soccer

(Ages 8-11)

Take part in an intermediate soccer program that uses drills and activities focused on the progressive development of players. Learn the fundamentals – kicking, dribbling, and throw-ins – as well as more specialized techniques like trapping, marking and attacking.

Offered: summer

Instructor: U Sports athletes (including Bison athletes)

Hours/day: 3 soccer; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 1, 4

Price: $228

Junior Herd Track and Field

(Ages 8-11)

Step into the blocks and sprint to the finish in this fun track and field program. Our track and field coaches will lead the way during the program, designed to develop skills and explore the events of track and field. You will learn new skills such as running, jumping and throwing in an active and games-oriented environment. A mock track and field meet will be held at the end of the 10-week program for you to put your skills to the test.

Offered: winter

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders (including Bison athletes)

Length: 1.25 hours

Junior Herd Volleyball

(Ages 9-11)

Develop your volleyball skills while getting to know all angles of the game. Learn about passing, hitting, setting and offensive and defensive systems.

Offered: summer

Instructor: U Sports athletes (including Bison athletes)

Hours/day: 3 volleyball; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 2, 5*, 7

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Junior Scientists

(Ages 8-11)

Come explore the exciting world of science through fun and interactive hands-on experiments. Learn about various themes in chemistry and physics with an emphasis on exploration and scientific discovery. All experiments and activities will take place in a university science lab!

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U classroom leader (typically from the Faculty of Science)

Hours/day: 3 classroom; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5*, 6, 7, 8, 9**

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Karate

(Ages 8-11)

An introduction to karate, this camp is appropriate for beginners or advanced students looking to develop fitness and self-discipline. Learn the fundamentals – kicking, striking, clocking and self-defence movements – while gaining a greater appreciation for proper manners and respectful behaviour.

Ages: 8 to 11 (summer) 7 to 12 (fall, winter, spring)

Instructor: qualified Mini U Coaches

Summer hours/day: 3 karate; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 4

Price: $228

Fall, winter, spring

Take part in a program built on a philosophy of respect for yourself and others. Karate training emphasizes proper manners, respectable behaviour and self-confidecnse. This introductory program will focus on learning the fundamentals like kicking, stiking, blocking and self-defense movements. 

Participants are required to wear a Karate uniform (gi) which can be purchased after the first class.

Length: 50 minutes

Price: $153

Kids in the Kitchen

(Ages 8-11)

Learn to become a leader in the kitchen! Better understand kitchen safety, techniques for proper food handling, how to follow a recipe and more! Transform healthy ingredients into delicious snacks, baked goods and savoury meals. Participants will be assembling a recipe book that can be taken home at the end of the week. Our menu for the week will be set prior to your first day of camp. All recipes prepared will be nut-free. Families must inform us of any food allergies or dietary restrictions a minimum of 10 days prior to your first day in the kitchen. We may not be able to accommodate all requests.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U classroom leader (typically from the department of human nutritional sciences)

Hours/day: 3 kitchen; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9**

Price: $303

Lead with LEGO

(Ages 8-11)

Build your leadership qualities one brick at a time! Leadership activities and team building games go a long way in increasing productivity and achieving overall growth. Enjoy the newest LEGO™ themes like Ninjago™, City™ and Superheroes™ while taking part in hands-on, challenging communication and teamwork activities throughout the week!

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U leader

Hours/day: 3 Lego; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 2, 3, 4, 5*, 6, 7, 8

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Learn to Skate: Beginner/Intermediate

(Ages 5-8)

With instruction provided by Mini U staff, this program is ideal for beginner hockey players, ringette players and recreational ice skaters. Lessons will focus on the fundamentals of skating: forward skating, stopping, starting, turning and backwards skating. Learn to Skate combines movement-oriented activities and games to encourage fun through learning.

Children must be able to stand independently on the ice without assistance.

CSA-approved helmets are required.

Full face masks, thick gloves and pants are strongly recommended.

Offered: fall, winter

Ages: 5-8

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders

Length: 45 minutes

Learn to Skate: Parent and Tot

(Ages 3-8)

This program is ideal for beginner skaters. Lessons will focus on the fundamentals of skating: gliding, forward skating, stopping, starting and turning. Learn to Skate combines movement-oriented activities and games to encourage fun through learning.

The parent or adult accompanying the child should be a confident skater.

CSA-approved helmets are required for both children and parents on the ice.

Full face masks, thick gloves and pants are strongly recommended.

Offered: fall, winter

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders

Mini U Biz Kidz

(Ages 8-11)

You can be an entrepreneur and run a business at ANY age and this camp will teach you how! Learn about topics like marketing, customer service and human resources in a fun and interactive way. You’ll also learn how to pitch an idea just like the Dragons do! You’ll also get hands on practice with scenarios using interactive business games.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U classroom leader (typically from the Asper School of Business)

Hours/day: 3 classroom; 3 rec

Partners: Asper School of Business, Stu Clark Centre for Entrepreneurship

Weeks offered: 2, 5*

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Outdoor Explorers

If you have a passion for the great outdoors then this camp is for you! Spend the week visiting various green spaces such as La Barriere Park, Kings Park and Birds Hill Provincial Park. Learn about wilderness survival and basic orienteering. Try geocaching as well as wall climbing at the U of M Active Living Centre, all while learning leadership skills involving teamwork, communication and responsibility.

Offered: summer

Ages: 8 to 11

Instructor: qualified Mini U leader

Hours/day: 3 exploring; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 1, 3, 4, 5*, 6, 7, 9**

Price: $278 ($226 *short week)

Powerskating and Skill Development

(Ages 8-11)

Designed especially for hockey players, this camp will help you increase power and speed on the ice by running you through various drills and lesson plans that focus on technique refinement while improving cardiovascular endurance for your upcoming season.  

Full equipment is required.

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders (including Bison athletes)

Length: 45 minutes

Racquetballers 1

(Ages 8-11)

This program is offered in cooperation with Racquetball Manitoba. A qualified leader will cover the basic grip, stroke, court positioning and rules. Time will also be spent preparing for tournament play. Participants will receive a membership to Racquetball Manitoba.

Instructor: Racquetball Manitoba coach

Length: 1 hour

Rhythmic Gymnastics

(Ages 8-10)

Experience the world of rhythmic gymnastics, whether you’re a beginner or advanced. Groups will be divided according to age and ability. Receive basic instruction in rope, hoop, ball, clubs, ribbon and scarves. Show off the routines you learned during a performance on Friday afternoon.

Offered: summer

Instructor: national-level athletes

Partners: Rhythmic Royals

Hours/day: 4 rhythmic; 2 rec

Weeks offered: 9**

Price: $228

Robotics

(Ages 8-11)

Explore the world of robotics using our EV3 LEGO Mindstorm™ kits! Working in pairs, you’ll design, build and program your robot to compete in mini challenges throughout the week. As a way to showcase your work, you and your partner will be creating a website dedicated to your robot.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U classroom leader

Hours/day: 3 classroom; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5*, 6, 7, 8, 9**

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Run Club

(Ages 8-11)

On your mark, get set, go! Register for this new running program to learn about sprinting, distance running and everything in between. Our leaders will teach you the best techniques, pace control, nutrition and goal-setting leading up to a mock time trial to help prepare you for the upcoming running season.

Offered: winter

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders (including Bison athletes)

Length: 1 hour

Senior Herd Soccer

(Ages 11-13)

Learn from the best! Bison athletes develop the lesson plans for this camp, offering you an optimal opportunity to improve your game. Learn shot selection, tackling, marking, offensive and defensive team strategies and fine-tune your fundamental skills. Each participant will take home a Mini U soccer ball at the end of the week.

Offered: summer

Instructor: U Sports athletes (including Bison athletes)

Hours/day: 4 soccer; 2 rec

Weeks offered:  3

Price: $228

Shots Camp

(Ages 8-11)

We have the goalies – now we need someone to take the shots! Practice your wrist shot, backhand, snap shot and slap shots on our Goalie Training group to help give you that extra edge this season. Players can use this ice time to work on their individual skills through various shooting drills with our goalie group.

Please note that proper shot instruction will not be provided during this session.

Afternoons only: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Offered: summer

Hours on ice: 2.5

Weeks offered: 4, 8

Price: $82

Sport Sampler

(Ages 8-11)

Spring/Summer

Are you a sports enthusiast who loves being active, having fun, and trying new things? Get to know basketball, soccer, track and field, floor hockey, archery and more! You’ll also receive a daily dose of our classic Mini U recreational games and activities for 2 hours per day.

Ages: 8–11 

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders

Hours/day: 4 sport; 2 rec

Weeks offered: March 30 - April 3, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5*, 6, 7, 8, 9**

Price: $228 ($197 *short week)

Fall

Register for this program if you love being active, having fun and trying new things. Sport sampler will move you through various athletic activities over the 10 weeks. Each week you will try popular activities like soccer, basketball, martial arts, archery and more! Each class will include 15 minutes of free play time for families to join in on the fun activity of the day. 

Ages: 7-11

Length: 1.25 hours

Stop Motion Animation

(Ages 8-11)

Unleash your inner Spielberg at The Director’s Cut this summer. Using Lego and clay, you and your small film crew will create your own story lines, design sets and characters and use the latest cutting edge digital equipment and gear to shoot and edit your original stop motion short. During post production, you will add special effects, music, sound effects and titles. Materials, equipment and professional facilitation are all included in this blockbuster experience. Family and friends will enjoy a red carpet film festival on Friday afternoon and participants will be able to view and download their film from our online portal.

Offered: summer

Instructor: The Director's Cut staff

Hours/day: 3 classroom; 3 rec

Partners: The Director’s Cut

Weeks offered:  1, 2, 4, 5*

Price: $303 ($245 *short week)

SUP and Water Sports

(Age 8-11)

If you have a love for water and adventure, pack your bathing suit and let’s go! Join us for a full week of exciting water sports that take place on and off campus. Experience a variety of water based activities such as stand up paddling, kayaking, canoeing and inner tube water polo in a fun and safe environment.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders

Hours/day: 3 water sports; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 3, 5*, 6, 7, 8

Price: $282 ($252 *short week)

Tennis

(Age 8-11)

Enjoy tennis and hone your skills on our outdoor courts on campus. Tennis instruction will focus on the fundamentals with an emphasis on stroke development, proper footwork, serving, doubles and singles strategies. Racquets are provided but you may also bring your own.

Offered: fall, spring, summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders

Summer hours/day: 3 tennis; 3 rec 

Weeks offered: 1, 2, 7

Price: $228

Fall and spring length: 1 hour

Track and Field

(Ages 8-11)

Step into the blocks and sprint to the finish line! Develop your skills as you explore all the events of track and field. Learn about running, jumping and throwing in an active and games-oriented environment. Take part in a mock track meet at the end of the week to test out your new skills.

Offered: summer

Instructor: qualified Mini U leaders

Partners: Sport Manitoba

Hours/day: 3 track; 3 rec

Weeks offered: 1, 2, 8

Price: $210

Wall Climbing – Introduction

(Ages 7-9)

This program is designed to give participants the chance to experience wall climbing for the first time. Under the supervision of our certified leaders, you will learn the basic requirements for wall climbing such as safety, communication and technique.

Offered: fall, winter

Instructor: qualified wall leader instructor

Length: 1 hour

Wall Climbing

(Ages 8-11)

Tackle a 1,500-square-foot climbing facility located in the Active Living Centre. It’s 50 feet long and 40 feet high! Learn safety procedures, knot-tying techniques, bouldering and climbing communication in a fun and safe indoor environment.

Offered: Spring Break camps, summer

Instructor: qualified wall leader instructor

Hours/day: 2 climbing; 4 rec

Weeks Offered: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5*, 6, 7, 8, 9**

Price: $243 ($204 *short week)

Wall Climbing – Fundamentals/Skills Advancement

(Ages 10-15)

You will learn about the fundamentals of wall climbing such as safety, rope work, communication skills and belaying.  Come out and have fun learning as certified leaders teach you to climb to new heights.

Offered: fall, winter

Instructor: qualified wall leader instructor

Length: 1.5 hours

Inservice Days

(Ages 5-15)

Mini U Programs offers a great day of activities on a variety of school inservice days. 

Bring your children here and let them spend the day doing archery, racquetball and more! Programs run 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with drop-off from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. and pick-up from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. NEW! Pick up/Drop off for Inservice Days will be in the James Daly (Max Bell) Fieldhouse. Let the summer fun continue! 

Prices for the day are $33 per child. Registration is available online or you can also fax them to 204-474-7503 (attention: Drew) or dropped off in person at the Active Living Centre front desk.

Offered: fall, winter, spring

Hours/day: 6 hours rec; 1 hour lunch