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UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures

UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures · $730/week

Engage in water-based activities, swimming, and aquatic games at UBC's Vancouver campus.

▌ Editor's read The UBC Camps website loads successfully and provides detailed information about various day camp programs, including Aqua Adventures. The camps are operated by the University of British Columbia, indicating a university owner type. The website states that all camp staff undergo criminal record checks, including vulnerable sector checks, confirming a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the site emphasizes qualified instructors. The program type is clearly day camp, with options for different age groups and interests. Google reviews for 'UBC Camps' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 127 reviews, with many parents praising the variety of activities and the enthusiasm of the staff. Social media handles found are @ubcrec on Instagram and 'ubcrec' on Facebook. There is no indication of ACA accreditation, which is expected for a Canadian university-run program.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 3065 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3, Canada
  • Phone: (604) 822-1540
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Costs are based on 2025 data. USD/CAD not specified, but assumed to be CAD as the camp is in Canada.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures

What ages does UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures accept?
UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures is open to children ages 6–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures cost?
UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures publishes $730/week for the standard session. Costs are based on 2025 data. USD/CAD not specified, but assumed to be CAD as the camp is in Canada. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures's hours?
UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures?
UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures provide lunch?
UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures compare to other traditional day camp camps in Vancouver?
UBC Camps - Aqua Adventures is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Vancouver that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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