Spring break is just around the corner and with New Westminster being one of the few school districts holding just a one-week break, local students have to make the best of their time.
Here's a selection of offerings from local organizations.
Douglas College is hosting spring break camps from March 18 to 28 at both its New Westminster and Coquitlam campuses.
With nine different camps to choose from, there is something for everyone.
The choices include: acting for the camera; all-star presenters; baseball; basketball; creative writing; dance; film production; multi-sports and computers; and soccer.
Here are some details on the camps offered in New Westminster:
Acting for Camera, for ages nine to 15, allows participants to sharpen their acting skills while performing scenes from real movies and TV shows. Held at Glenbrook Middle School from March 18 to 22, from 1 to 4 p.m. each day, it costs $95, or if you register before March 1, it's only $80.
The spring break baseball camp is ideal for ages nine to 15 and players of all levels and includes instruction from Baseball B.C. coaches on topics such as hitting and stance, fielding and throwing and additional training techniques.
Camp is at Justin Morneau Field in Moody Park, March 18 to 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $175.
For more than 10 years, basketball has been the most popular camp and this year's focus will be on the fundamentals of the game. Topics include shooting, passing, dribbling, rebounding, defensive skills and one-on-one moves. Suitable for ages nine to 15, this camp is being held at Glenbrook Middle School, March 18 to 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $175, but if you register before March 1, it's only $145.
Dance campers will enjoy a fusion of hip hop, jazz and funk dance moves, all while meeting great new friends.
This camp is suitable for beginner level boys and girls, age six to 11, and will include some basic choreography and dance games. Dance camp is being held at Douglas College's New Westminster campus, March 18 to 22 from 9 to 11: 30 a.m. Cost is $95, but only $80 if you register before March 1.
Film production camp is being held at Glenbrook Middle School for ages nine to 15. This camp allows people to explore their creative sides as campers learn how to create, shoot and edit their own film in five days. With a screening of their own movie on the last day, they will have the opportunity to share their undiscovered talents. The camp runs March 18 to 22 from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $95, but $80 if you register before March 1.
Multi-sports and computers camp allows kids age nine to 15 to learn new skills on the court and new programs on the computer. Learn everything from website, graphic, presentation and brochure design in the morning, and join the action for some basketball, badminton, floor hockey and California kickball in the afternoon.
Held at Douglas' New Westminster campus, March 18 to 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m, it costs $175, or $145 if you register before March 1.
Soccer camp will allow players to learn European and Brazilian style football from B.C.'s top developmental centre coaches. Topics will include ball handling, footwork, dribbling, passing and shooting. Games to improve skills and emphasis on the fundamentals will be the highlights.
There are two separate camps, both running March 18 to 22. For ages five to nine, the camp runs from 9: 30 to 11: 30 a.m. at Terry Hughes Field. For ages nine to 15, camp is 9 a.m. to noon, also at Terry Hughes Field. Cost is $95 or $80 if registered before March 1.
For more info, email summercamps@ douglascollege.ca.
To register, call 604-527-5472 or send by mail your registration form with cheque made payable to Douglas College or money order to: P.O. Box 2503, New Westminster, B.C., V3L 5B2 or by faxing the registration form to 604-527-5696 or in person at the registrar's office, room 2700, 700 Royal Ave.
The New Westminster parks, culture and recreation services department also offers four pages worth of spring break activities.
Go to the website at www.newwestpcr. ca to see the many offerings kids can access in the Royal City from March 18 to 22.
