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At Amicus Day Camps, every camper finds their place to shine. Whether your child is passionate about sports, art, horses, academics, or exploring the great outdoors, we’ve got a program to spark their excitement! Each camp is designed for children and teens entering grades 3–10 with ADHD and/or Learning Disabilities, offering a supportive space where they can make friends, build skills, and create unforgettable memories.
Explore this page to learn more about our unique Day Camp programs and find the perfect fit for your child’s interests. From riding horses to conquering hiking trails, we’ve got a summer of fun, growth, and connection waiting for them!
Day Camp Details at a Glance
- Who We Serve: Youth entering grades 3–10 with ADHD and/or Learning Disabilities.
- Focus: Building confidence, friendships, and social skills through engaging activities.
- When: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, in July and August.
- Where: Foothills Academy unless otherwise specified.
- Staff-to-Camper Ratio: 3:1, ensuring personalized support.
- Sessions: 1-2 week programs
- Additional Support: Before and after care is available (8–9 AM and 4–5 PM).
Explore Our Day Camp Programs
Day Camp
The classic camp experience!
Campers dive into a variety of activities like art, crafts, sports, wide games, science, and more. They join clubs tailored to their interests and enjoy two personalized Choice activities each afternoon. With engaging field trips, time spent outdoors, and a mix of structured fun and creative exploration, each day offers new opportunities for growth and connection.
- Location: Foothills Academy
- Length: 2-week sessions
- Grade Range: Youth entering grades 3-8
- Highlights: Campers get choice in their activities, dedicated social skill development, field trips
Horsemanship Camp
"My Partner, The Horse"
In this unique camp experience, campers spend their mornings at Lasting Strides Ranch learning horsemanship, riding, and horse care under the guidance of skilled instructors. Afternoons are spent back at Foothills Academy alongside the Day Camp program, enjoying traditional camp activities and reinforcing social skills. Through working with horses, campers build confidence, develop leadership, and forge a special bond with their equine partners.
- Location: Lasting Strides Ranch and Foothills Academy
- Length: 1- week sessions (Monday to Friday)
- Schedule: Horsemanship and riding in the morning, traditional camp fun in the afternoons
- Age Range: Youth entering grades 3-10
- Highlights: Hands-on learning and riding with horses to develop social skills, confidence and connection
Read, Write & Math Camp
Where camp fun meets literacy and math skills!
This unique program combines the academic expertise of the Read/Write & Math (RWM) department with the excitement of Camp Amicus. Campers start each day with individualized instruction from trained RWM instructors, focusing on literacy and/or math skill intervention tailored to their needs. The rest of the day is filled with classic Amicus Day Camp activities, from art and games to sports and field trips. It’s the perfect mix of academic growth and summer fun!
- Location: Foothills Academy
- Length: 2- week sessions (Monday to Friday)
- Schedule: Enjoy a classic Day Camp experience with 2 hours per day of literacy and/ or math intervention from the RWM instructors
- Age Range: Youth entering grades 3- 8
- Highlights: Individualized intervention in reading, writing, and math paired with the exciting activities and field trips of Amicus Day Camp
Outdoor Adventure Camp
Gear up for wilderness skills and outdoor adventures!
Campers learn essential outdoor skills like backcountry etiquette, tent setup, navigation, and more before heading out on thrilling daily adventures! Activities include hikes in Kananaskis, indoor rock climbing, canoeing, and more!
- Location: Foothills Academy
- Length: 1-week sessions (Monday to Friday)
- Schedule: Mornings spent building wilderness skills; afternoons spent exploring the outdoors (Hiking in Kananaskis, indoor rock climbing and canoeing)
- Age Range: Youth entering grades 7-9
- Highlights: 2-3 hikes in Kananaskis, learn indoor rock climbing and canoeing and build wilderness skills
Before and After Care
- Hours: 8:00 AM–9:00 AM and 4:00 PM–5:00 PM
- Cost: $25/week for each offering. For example, if you sign up for both before and after care, the charge is $50 per week
Registration and Intake Process
Campers with ADHD and/ or Learning Disabilities within the accepted grade/ age range are eligible.
New Campers: Complete the Intake Process to determine eligibility. Eligible families will receive registration details.
Returning Campers: Families will receive a direct registration link. A $100 deposit secures your child’s spot.
**Once approved, you do not need to re-complete the intake process for subsequent camps or programs. This is only for first-time families.
Financial Accessibility: Amicus Day Camps are eligible for FSCD funding, and we can bill FSCD directly for camp fees. Families needing additional financial assistance can visit our Financial Accessibility page for support.
Amicus Day Camp
Jana has a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Calgary, and is registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers. She has a history of working with children, youth, and families, and is passionate about early intervention, prevention, and meeting children’s social, emotional, and developmental needs. Jana is trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, and the Nurturing Parenting Program Curriculum. She utilizes a trauma-informed and strength-based approach in her social work practice, aimed at mitigating the effects of trauma, strengthening family resilience, increasing natural supports, and building on existing strengths.
Intake Criteria
Check our Intake Criteria to ensure that we can meet the needs of your child.
New Campers
Intake approval is needed prior to registration. Please complete the Intake Form to begin the process.
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Thank you also to all the generous donors who have contributed to the Camp Amicus Bursary Fund: The Prosser Family Foundation, B’Nai Brith and Children’s Hospital Aid Society and many individual donors. With their support, we try to keep Camp Amicus financially accessible to all eligible campers.