Amicus Camps & Recreation
Camp Amicus and Recreation Programs provide fun, experiential education programs focused on social skill development for children and teens with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD ages 8-18. Amicus programs offer activities that kids and teens enjoy while supporting their social skill development, independence and friendship. From 3D printing, science, and engineering, to sports, archery, and rock climbing and, art, music, and cooking, we explore different areas of interest and support a sense of competence in a range of activities.
Intake Criteria
We serve children and teens from ages 8-18 with lagging social skills. All participants must have a primary diagnosis of a Learning Disability and/or ADHD, can function well in a one staff to three participants ratio, and have no significant emotional or behavioural challenges. Please note that although we can accept children with additional diagnoses of Anxiety or ASD Level 1, these diagnoses alone are not sufficient for eligibility. All programs require the completion of an intake package to ensure a good fit between the participant and program.
Staff
Our enthusiastic front-line staff consists of current university students studying in related fields (teaching, kinesiology, psychology, sociology, medicine). A year-round manager who has an extensive background in experiential recreation and camping oversees all programs and staff. She holds numerous certifications, including Outdoor Council of Canada Instructor, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Instructor, Paddle Canada Instructor, Challenge Course Level 2 Instructor, Wilderness First Responder Certificate, National Lifeguard Service certification, and NCCP Coaching certificate.
Upcoming Camps and Programs
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PD Day CampsFSCD Work-Related Child Care Funding Elgible-
March 11, 2022
9AM
- 4PM
CBE Camp Day
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March 11, 2022
9AM
- 4PM
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Science WonderGooey, slimy, shiny, and touchy science (Gr. 3 - 6)In-Person Program-
March 15, 2022
6PM
- 7:45PM
One Night Program
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March 15, 2022
6PM
- 7:45PM
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MultisportGlow in the dark soccer, dodgeball, floor hockey and more (Grades 3 to 9)In-Person Program-
March 16, 2022
5PM
- 6:45PM
Grades 3 - 6 - $40 Location: Bldr Climbing (Builders Park 5508 1st Street SE,Calgary, AB) -
March 16, 2022
7PM
- 8:45PM
Grades 7 - 9 - $40 Location: Bldr Climbing (Builders Park 5508 1st Street SE,Calgary, AB)
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March 16, 2022
5PM
- 6:45PM
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Creative ExpressionsUnleash Your Child's Inner ArtistIn-Person Program -
Chef AmicusCook fantastic meals and learn cooking techniques -
EngineeringExplore new engineering concepts every week (Grades 4 to 7)In-Person Program-
Feb. 15 - Mar. 8, 2022
6PM
- 7:45PM
Tuesdays
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Feb. 15 - Mar. 8, 2022
6PM
- 7:45PM
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Gamers ParadisePlay video games and practice social skills at the same time (Gr. 4 - 9)Online Program-
Jan. 21 - Mar. 11, 2022
6PM
- 7:45PM
Fridays - Grades 4 - 6 (No Class Feb. 18) FULL - Names for Waitlist being accepted -
Jan. 22 - Mar. 19, 2022
1PM
- 2:45PM
Saturdays Gr. 7 - 9 (No Class Feb. 19) -
Jan. 18 - Mar. 8, 2022
6PM
- 7:45PM
This session has been cancelled
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Jan. 21 - Mar. 11, 2022
6PM
- 7:45PM
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Coordination Building Blocks (formerly DCD) ProgramLearn movement, balance and more through our Developmental Coordination Disorder program (Grades 3 to 7)In-Person Program -
POLARIS Teen LeadershipPersonal Opportunities for Leadership, Activities, Recreation, Inclusion and Social Skills (Grades 7 to 12)In-person Program-
Jan. 19 - Mar. 9, 2022
6PM
- 7:45PM
Wednesdays FULL - Names for Waitlist being accepted -
Jan. 17 - Mar. 14, 2022
6PM
- 7:45PM
Mondays (Except Feb. 21) This session is CANCELLED
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Jan. 19 - Mar. 9, 2022
6PM
- 7:45PM
Kathleen (aka “Quack Quack”) has been working in the field of camping, outdoor education and recreation since 2002, working with special populations for over 10 years. Since completing a degree in Psychology through York University, she has continued in professional development and is an Outdoor Council of Canada Instructor, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Instructor, Paddle Canada Instructor, and a Challenge Course Level 2 Instructor. In addition, she holds her Wilderness First Responder Certificate, National Lifeguard Service certification, and NCCP Coaching certificate. Kathleen joined the Foothills Academy team in 2015 as the Manager of Camp Amicus & Recreation programs. She leads professional development for other recreation and camping programs on topics such as ADHD, Learning Disabilities, emotional regulation, behaviour management, and increasing empathy in staff groups. Kathleen is passionate about working with her staff team to ensure that camp and recreation programs evolve to align with the changes in participants’ lives, interests, and needs.
