Mini U juniors playing soccer.

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Summer camps

Summer Camp Dates 2023

SUMMER 2023 CAMPS AT-A-GLANCE

  Week 1* Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6* Week 7 Week 8 Week 9
2023  July 4-7   July 10-14   July 17-21   July 24-28   July 31-Aug 4   Aug 8-11   Aug 14-18   Aug 21-25   Aug 28- Sept 1 
                   
Active Gamers 16161 16163 16164 16165 16166 16162 16167 16168 16169
Archery, Fencing, Racquetball       15952   15953   15954  
Badminton Basketbal 15955     15956   15957   15958  
Ball Hockey   15959 16390   16393   16392    
Cheerleading II 15945   159466   15947   15948   15949
Coding for Kids 16170 16172 16173 16174 16175 16171 16176 16177 16178
Dodgeball II 15965   15966   15979   15981   15982
Draw, Paint, Create   16179   16180   16183   16182  
Flag Football 15975   15977   15979   15981   15982
Glow in the Dark 15983 15984 15985 15986 15988 15989 15990 15991 15992
Junior Scientists 16184 16186 16187 16188 16189 16185 16190 16191 16192
Kids in the Kitchen 16193 16196 16197 16198 16199 16194 16200 16201 16202
Mini Bisons Basketball II    15997     15998   15999   16000
Mini Bisons Hockey I         16358 16359 16360 16361 16362
Mini Bisons Soccer II 16001   16002 16003 16004 16195 16006 16007 16008
Mini Bisons Track and Field II 16010   16011   16012   16013   16014
Mini Bisons Volleyball II   16015 16203   16018 16019      
Outdoor Adventures II  16020 16021 16023 16024 16025 16026 16027 16028 16029
Rhythmic Gymnastics   16030   16031   16032   16033  
Sport Sampler II 16034 16035 16036 16037 16038 16039 16041 16042 16043
Wall Climbing II 16044 16046 16047 16048 16049 16050 16051 16052 16053
  • children and coach pictured outdoors on soccer field
  • Mini Bisons Soccer II

    Instructor: Bisons student-athletes, with mentorship and curriculum development support, provided by Bisons Soccer head coach Vanessa Martinez Lagunas
    Hours/Day: 3 Soccer; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Mini Bisons Soccer II program details

Mini Bisons Soccer II is designed to build on skills learned in Mini Bisons I (but previous soccer experience is not necessary). With program development and coaching by Bisons student-athletes, participants will engage in fun, high quality and developmentally appropriate training, programming, and coaching as part of a holistic approach to long-term athlete development.

  • Teams playing basketball in a gymnasium.
  • Mini Bisons Basketball II

    Instructor: Bisons student-athletes, with mentorship and curriculum development support, provided by Bisons Basketball head coaches Kirby Schepp and Michele Sung
    Hours/Day: 3 Basketball; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 2, 5, 7, 9
    Price: $286

     

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Mini Bisons Basketball II program details

Mini Bisons Basketball II is designed to build on skills learned in Mini Bisons I (but previous basketball experience is not necessary). With program development and coaching by Bisons student-athletes, participants will engage in fun, high quality and developmentally appropriate training, programming, and coaching as part of a holistic approach to long-term athlete development.

  • A Mini U junior dribbles a basketball during a game.
  • Badminton and Basketball Combination

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Hours/Day: 3 Sport; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 4, 6, 8
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

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Badminton and Basketball Combination program details

In a recreational environment, 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.

  • girl playing volleyball
  • Mini Bisons Volleyball II

    Instructor: Bisons student-athletes, with mentorship and curriculum development support provided by Bisons Volleyball head coaches Ken Bentley and Arnd Ludwig.
    Hours/Day: 3 Volleyball; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 2, 3, 6
    Price: $286

     

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Mini Bisons Volleyball II program details

With program development and coaching by Bisons student-athletes, participants will engage in fun, high quality and developmentally appropriate training, programming, and coaching as part of a holistic approach to long-term athlete development.

  • Ball Hockey
  • Ball Hockey

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Hockey; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 2, 3, 5, 7
    Price: $286 

     

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Ball hockey program details

Can’t get enough of hockey? Looking to keep your on-ice skills fresh while enjoying the summer sun? Coached by experienced hockey players, this camp covers the basic techniques, positioning and strategies through drills, games and scrimmages.  Hockey sticks will be provided but participants may bring their own.

  • Several children racing each other on an indoor running track.
  • Mini Bisons Track and Field II

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Track; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 3, 5, 7, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Mini Bisons Track and Field II program details

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.

  • A Mini U junior raising her bow and aiming towards her target.
  • Archery, Fencing and Racquetball Combination

    Instructor: Sport Manitoba trained staff
    Hours/Day: 4-6 AFR; 0-2 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 4, 6*, 8
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Archery, Fencing and Racquetball Combination program details

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

  • A group of junior cheerleaders stretch before practice.
  • Cheerleading II

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 3 Cheer; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 3, 5, 7, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Cheerleading II program details

Take your cheerleading to the next level! Build off basic tumbling, pyramids and stunts combined with gymnastics and dance techniques.

  • Players rush to grab the dodgeballs during a dodgeball game.
  • Dodgeball II

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 3 Dodgeball; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Dodgeball II program details

 

A Mini U favourite! Learn new and exciting ways to play dodgeball. You learn throwing, catching and dodging techniques while developing an understanding of teamwork and fair play.

  • Flag Football II
  • Flag Football 

    Instructor: Bison Student-Athletes
    Hours/Day: 3 Football; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 3, 5, 7, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80) 

     

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Flag Football program details

TBA

  • A group of Mini U juniors and their leaders posing for a group photo in a dark room with neon glowing t-shirts.
  • Glow in the Dark

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 3 Glow; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Glow in the Dark program details

Black lights, neon decals and glow in the dark paint will light the way in this exciting 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.

  • A group of kids playing with colourful rhythmic gymnastics ribbons.
  • Rhythmic Gymnastics II

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 3 Rhythmic; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 2, 4, 6*, 8
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Rhythmic Gymnastics II program details

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.

  • Mini Bisons Hockey II
  • Mini Bisons Hockey II

    Instructor: Bisons Student-Athletes
    Hours/Day: 2 On Ice; 1 Off Ice; 3 Rec 
    Dates: Weeks 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Mini Bisons Hockey II program description

Designed for the intermediate or experienced Bison who can skate with confidence, has a good understanding of the rules of the game and a good foundation for taking shots, passing and stick handling. Participants must have 1 year of playing on a hockey team experience.  Learn about conditioning, agility training, positioning, shooting and scoring, stick handling, passing, offensive and defensive strategies, teamwork, and fair play. Experience fun dryland exercises and training during the off ice portion of the day.  *Full equipment required

  • Opposing teams playing a game of soccer.
  • Sports Sampler II

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 3 Sport; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Sports Sampler II program details

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 will also receive a daily dose of our classic Mini U recreational games and activities for two hours per day.

  • A child scales the climbing wall.
  • Wall Climbing II

    Instructor: Qualified climbing leader
    Hours/Day: 2 Climb; 4 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Wall Climbing II program details

Participants will tackle a1500-square-foot climbing wall in the Active Living Centre for one hour per day and spend one hour per day on our bouldering wall which features our brand new kilter board. Learn safety procedures, knot-tying techniques, bouldering and climbing communication in a fun and safe indoor environment.

  • Two Mini U juniors play a video game with their leader.
  • Active Gamers

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs classroom leader
    Hours/Day: 2 Gaming; 4 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Active Gamers program details

Join this action-packed week of fun physical activities and video games. 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, Meta and Nintendo.

  • A Mini U junior coding in a computer lab.
  • Coding for Kids

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs classroom leader, typically from the Department of Computer Science.
    Hours/Day: 3 Coding; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Coding for Kids program details

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.

  • A child colouring at a desk.
  • Draw, Paint, Create

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs classroom leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Art; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 2, 4, 6*, 8
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Draw, Paint, Create program details

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.

  • A group of junior science program participants talking.
  • Junior Scientists

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs classroom leader, typically from the Faculty of Science.
    Hours/Day: 3 Science; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Junior Scientists program details

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. 

  • Kids preparing and cutting vegetables in a kitchen.
  • Kids in the Kitchen

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs classroom leader, typically from the Department of Human Nutritional Sciences.
    Hours/Day: 3 Kitchen; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9
    Price: $319 (Short Week* $255.20)

     

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Kids in the Kitchen program details

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. Please visit our website for our full menu and a list of ingredients that will be used. 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.

2022 Kids In The Kitchen Menu

BREAKFAST
YOGURT & FRUIT PARFAITS
CHOCOLATE CHIP PANCAKES
FRUIT SMOOTHIES
SNACKS
DOUBLE CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI MUFFINS
FRUIT TACOS
LUNCH
CHICKEN QUESADILLAS
SWEET POTATO FRIES & DIP
DINNER
TOFU & PASTA VEGGIE BOWLS
WARM NAAN BREAD & TZATZIKI SAUCE
DESSERT
VANILLA CUPCAKES
BUTTERCREAM ICING
EXTRA:
PUMPKIN COCOA ENERGY BITES
HOMEMADE CHIPS & SALSA
CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY MOUSSE POTS

 

  • Outdoor II
  • Outdoor Adventures II

    Instructor Qualified Mini U Programs leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Outdoor; 3 Rec
    Dates: Weeks 1*, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7, 8, 9
    Price: $286 (Short Week* $228.80)

     

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Outdoor Adventures II program details

If you have a passion for the great outdoors then this camp is for you! Spend the week visiting various green spaces at Kings Park and on-campus. Learn about the Leave No Trace Principles, tent building, Manitoba wildlife and vegetation and wilderness survival all while learning leadership skills involving teamwork, communication and responsibility.

Fall, Winter and Spring Camps

  • Learn To Skate
  • Bisons Learn to Skate II

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs Leaders

    Ages: 8-11
    Sessions Offered: Fall & Winter
    Days:   Sundays 11:30 - 12:15 p.m.  OR Mondays 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
    Dates:  Sundays Oct 1 - Dec 10, 2023 (No class: Oct 8)
    ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ​​​​​​​‎ ​​​​​​​‎ ​​​​​​​‎ ​​​​​​​‎ ​​​​​​​‎ ​​​​​​​‎ ​​​​​​​‎ Mondays  Oct 2 - Dec 11, 2023 (No class: Oct 9)
    Price:  $236

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    Winter Dates: TBD

Bisons Learn to Skate II program details

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 facemasks, thick gloves and pants are strongly recommended.

  • children playing basketball
  • Mini Bisons Basketball II

    Sessions Offered: Fall & Winter
    Ages: 8-11
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders
    Dates: Oct 1 - Nov 26 (no class on Oct 8)
    Days: Sundays 5:00 - 5:50p.m
    Price: $189

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    Winter Dates: TBD

Mini Bisons Basketball II Program Details

Designed by our Bisons head coaches, the Mini Basketball program allows children to play the game in a focused environment suited to the development of their physical, mental and basketball skills by instituting long-term athlete development (LTAD) modifications to the adult game. With high repetitions and touches, it is player-oriented with the emphasis is on skill development in combination with the teaching and loading of actions. 

  • Soccer Players on Field
  • Junior Bisons Soccer Academy

    Instructor: Bisons Coaching Staff & Bisons Athletes 
    Next session offered: Winter 2024
    Price: TBD

Junior Bisons Soccer Academy Program Details

This program uses a holistic approach towards player development  and integrates the pillars of soccer including technical, tactical, physical and psycho-social components.

The Junior Bisons Soccer Academy will be overseen by the Bisons women’s soccer varsity coaches Vanessa Martinez Lagunas (UEFA Pro License) and William Rosales (CSA A License Candidate). Current and former Bisons athletes and assistant coaches will also be involved in leading training sessions.

  • girl playing volleyball
  • Mini Bisons Volleyball II

    Sessions Offered: Fall & Winter
    Ages: 8-11
    Instructor: Bison Student Athletes, Bison Club Coaches & Bison Coaches
    Days: Sundays 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
    Dates: Oct 1 - Dec 3, 2023 (no classes Oct 8 & 15)
    Cost: $240

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    Winter Dates: TBD

Mini Bisons Volleyball II Program Details

Mini Bisons Volleyball is an approach of initiating people to the game of volleyball. The traditional game is adapted to the specific needs and abilities of the participants. These adaptations include varying the number of players, altering the court size, adjusting the height of the net and using bigger and lighter balls. The objective of these adaptations is to encourage learning, promote success and increase the enjoyment for the participants. When the game is properly adapted for the age and abilities of the participants, they experience more success and enjoy the activity.

  • Opposing teams playing a game of soccer.
  • Sport Sampler II

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders

    Ages: 8-11
    Sessions Offered: Fall & Winter
    Days: Mondays (7:00-7:50pm)
    Fall Dates: Sept 25-Dec 4, 2023 (No class: Oct 9)
    Ages: 8-11
    Price: $173

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    Winter Dates: TBD

Sport Sampler II program details

Are you a sports enthusiast who loves being active, having fun, and trying new things? You will participate in sports like basketball, soccer, track and field, floor hockey, and more! 

  • A child scales the climbing wall.
  • Wall Climbing II

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders

    Ages: 8-11
    Dates: 
    Fall: 
    Sept 23 - Dec 16, 2023 (No class: Sep 30, Oct 28, Nov 11)
    Winter: TBD
    Days:   Saturdays 10:15 - 11:45am
    Price:  $328

    OR

    Days:   Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:30pm
    Dates: 
    Fall:
    Sept 27 - Nov 29, 2023
    Winter: TBD
    Price:  $328

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Wall Climbing II program details

Tackle a 1,500 square-foot climbing wall 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.

  • Children running in a gymnasium.
  • Mini Bisons II Run Club

    Sessions Offered: Winter 2024
    Ages: 8-11
    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs leaders

Mini Bisons II Run Club program details

On your mark, get set, go! Register for this 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 trail to help prepare you for the upcoming season.

2024 information coming soon! Spring Break Camps

  • active gamers
  • Active Gamers

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs Classroom Leader
    Hours/Day: 3 Gaming; 2 Rec
    Price: $286

Active Gamers program details

Join this action-packed week of fun physical activities and video games. 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.

  • A group of Mini U juniors and their leaders posing for a group photo in a dark room with neon glowing t-shirts.
  • Glow in the Dark

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs Coach
    Hours/Day: 2 Glow; 4 Rec
    Price: $286

     

Glow in the Dark program details

Black lights, neon decals and glow in the dark paint will light the way in this exciting 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.

  • Opposing teams playing a game of soccer.
  • Sports Sampler II

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 4 Sport; 2 Rec
    Price: $286

Sport Sampler program details

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 will also receive a daily dose of our classic Mini U recreational games and activities for two hours per day.

  • A child scales the climbing wall.
  • Wall Climbing II

    Instructor: Qualified Mini U Programs coach
    Hours/Day: 2 Climbing; 4 Rec
    Price: $286

Wall climbing program details

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.

8-11 Experience

Recreation Activities

  • 2Beez Leadership
  • 9 Square in the Air 
  • Adaptives
  • Archery
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Bounce Blast 
  • Broomball
  • Clash of the Camps
  • Co-operative games 
  • Cricket
  • Disc Golf
  • DiscBonk
  • Dodgeball
  • Drive N Dunk
  • Fencing
  • Field hockey
  • Flag football
  • Floor hockey
  • Floor ringette
  • Handball
  • Hungry Hippos
  • Junior Bouncer
  • Junior leadership
  • Kan Jam
  • Lacrosse
  • Omnikin
  • Paddle Zlam
  • Pinguard
  • Poull Ball
  • Racquetball
  • Scatterball
  • Scoops
  • Scooter hockey
  • Soccer baseball
  • Spikeball and Spikeball Rookie
  • Sport Showdown
  • Swimming (Not available 2023)
  • Swamp Thang
  • Tchoukball
  • Topple Tubes
  • Touch Rugby
  • Track Pack
  • Trashketball
  • Triple Ball Blitz 
  • Tug-o-War
  • Ultimate Frisbee

 

Leadership Skill Building

  • Forming meaningful relationships 
  • Helping to build successful teams 
  • Collecting leadership cards 
  • Being creative 
  • Helping to lead Minis through activities 
  • Assisting leaders in providing leadership during games and activities