Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps
Groove Academy offers summer mini camps focused on music exploration, instrument introduction, and creative arts for
▌ Editor's read The Groove Academy website loads as a legitimate camp site, detailing summer mini-camps for music and performing arts in Winnipeg, Canada. Programs include Rock Band, Musical Theatre, DJing, and Songwriting, catering to ages 5-17. The camp is not accredited by the ACA, as it is located in Canada. The 'About Us' page indicates the academy has been operating for 15 years, founded by Matt Magnusson. Google reviews for 'Groove Academy Winnipeg' show a strong 4.9-star rating from 116 reviews, with parents praising the engaging instructors and positive learning environment. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity. Social media handles are @grooveacademywpg on Instagram and GrooveAcademyWPG on Facebook. The website does not mention specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps 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 theater/music program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 2011 (15 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Theater/Music
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 100-1333 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3G 0V7, Canada
- Phone: (204) 989-1880
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Frequently asked about Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps
- What ages does Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps accept?
- Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps cost?
- Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps's hours?
- Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps?
- Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps is operated by a private business, with 15 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps provide lunch?
- Groove Academy Summer Mini Camps 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.
Planning guides
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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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