March Mania Sport & Activity Schedule: March 2023

*Selection Updated: February 10, 2023.

March Mania activities are designed with one goal front-and-center: A fun and engaging March Break! While learning and progression are certainly a part of every day (and a great source of fun in themselves), we recognize this is our campers' holiday, and camp is structured and activities designed accordingly.

Sports are listed in terms of Junior and Senior age group offerings. All ages as of December 31st of the current camp year. 

• Junior: Ages 6 to 9 years
• Senior: Ages 10 to 14 years

During online registration, sport/activity availability will adjust in real-time based on the selections of your fellow camp families - best to plan ahead with alternate choices in case your top choice fills up. 

Sports & Activities	AM	PM1	PM2
Aquatic Games & Water Sports Splash around and try out different water sports such as swimming, innertube waterpolo, and underwater orienteering! Swimming and treading water skills are mandatory!  Equipment Required: Towel, bathing suit, goggles, etc.  Bring daily.	Not Offered	Junior	Senior
Challenges This activity will stretch your imagination, test your determination, require working with your team and bring a ton of fun to afternoons at March Mania.  Challenges will incorporate creative problem solving and adventure.	Junior & Senior	Junior	Senior
Dance & Drama A chance to explore your performative side!  Campers will engage in a combination of drama and dance activities designed to build confidence and bring our their inner performer!  Develop rhythm, strength and creativity across many different styles of dance, possibly including hip hop, modern and jazz.	Junior	Not Offered	Junior & Senior
Mindfulness, Meditation & Yoga Intention, attention and attitude.  Learn to cultivate gratitude, handle emotions and develop kindness towards themselves and others.  Utilizing spaces such as our serene Mindfulness Studio and out Outdoor classroom, we'll teach wellness and mindfulness through activities like yoga and mediation.	Not Offered	Junior & Senior	Junior
Multi-Sport Campers learn and take part in a new sport every day!  Favourite features of previous years include tchoukball, floorball, ultimate and rugby (non-contact)!	Junior	Senior	Junior
Outdoor Adventure Explore the great outdoors and learn survival skills.  Explore McMaster's expansive property with adventure across campus.  Rain or shine - programming will vary, depending on weather.  Pack your bag with appropriate attire - boots, gloves, hats & snow/rain-gear. Bring daily!	Senior	Not Offered	Not Offered
Racquet Sports  Pickleball, squash and table tennis!  Explore the world of racquet sports as you develop hand-eye coordination and friendships.  Racquets are provided, as well as eye protection for squash.	Senior	Senior	Not Offered

Additional Camp Services

Options available during registration include:

• Extended Care from 7:30am-5:30pm each day

Our Busing, Lunch and 1-on-1 Support programs are not available for March Mania.

Preparing for Camp

Camp Guide & Links

• Contact Information
• Camp Locations Map
• Camp Frequently Asked Questions

Camp Checklist

• Water Bottle: Bring your own every day!
• Uniform T-Shirt (provided on the first day of the session)
• Running Shoes (no “Heelies” or sandals)
• Bathing Suit – Everyone will participate in a daily recreational swim  
• Towel – ONLY if enrolled in "Aquatic Games & Water Sports" - Campers will be provided a towel for our recreational swim  
• Lunch & Snacks: There is no refrigerator and no access to vending machines or cafeterias. Consider sending lunches in re-usable containers, and remember we’re nut-free!

A note on electronics: One of the goals of camp is to provide campers with unique experiences at McMaster. Electronic devices - games, phones, music players, etc. - while great for individual entertainment, do not readily encourage socialization at camp and often present challenges, especially when they go missing. We ask that all electronics be left at home for the duration of camp, and promise to provide an awesome experience to keep campers engaged throughout their session!

Dismissal Procedures

Your camper must be picked-up by an approved pick-up person or have self-sign-out privileges. Both are part of registration. In order to review your registration information:

       Log in and go to > View My Submitted Applications > View Details

• (Under Forms) Download Printable Registration Confirmation

Please pay special attention to the Camper Dismissal and Approved Pick-Up Persons

If you notice any changes or updates that need to be made to these, please contact our office ASAP at 905-525-9140 x24464 or at reconline@mcmaster.ca

A note is required for any special dismissal arrangements (i.e. early pick-up, alternate pick-up person, etc.). 

Daily Camp Schedule

The schedule offered below outlines a typical day at camp:

7:30am-8:30am Extended Care (must pre-register)
8:30am Camper Arrival
9:00am Group Activity/Challenge 
9:30am AM Activity
11:00am Recreational Swim
12:00pm Lunch
12:30pm Camp Wide Fun & Games
1:20pm PM1 Activity
2:40pm PM2 Activity
3:50pm Return to Home Base
4:00pm-4:30pm** Camper Dismissal
4:30pm-5:30pm Extended Care (must pre-register)

**Self Sign-Out Campers dismissed at 4:00pm