Closures and Cancellations:
Gryphon Camps offer a variety of camps that are categorized into Activity Camps or Sport Camps. Activity Camps offer general activity level programming in which campers are grouped based on age and appropriate skill level.
Summer Camp Registration now open!
If your desired Camp week is full, please join the waitlist and we will contact you if and when an opening is available.
Each camp has a minimum and maximum age requirement to ensure campers are grouped with others within the same age range. If you have questions or concerns about age requirements, please contact the Gryphon Camps Office at camps@uoguelph.ca or 519-824-4120 Ext. 56131.
View the Summer 2024 Gryphon Camp Calendar
Use this Printable Blank Planning Camp Calendar to plan your summer.
We offer a variety of programs for campers ages 5-16 that include general activities coupled with fun skill development that are all designed at an appropriate age & skill level.
See below for full list of Activity Camps offered this summer.
Select your desired camp from below list for full details & to register
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Kevin LindnerActive Kids & Climbing Wall Coordinator |
Kevin has worked in the camp environment for over 30 years within varying camp employment sectors including not-for-profit organizations, agency operations, day camps, overnight camps, and municipal recreation. He held previous positions as counsellor, head integration leader, teambuilding specialist, assistant director, director, and program manager. Kevin became the Active Kids Coordinator at Gryphon Camps in 2017.
Kevin is a Recreation and Leisure Studies, with a Business Option, graduate and recently completed his Master's degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies from the University of Waterloo. He is an active member and volunteer of the Ontario Camps Association, and currently sits on the Annual Conference Committee within the association. Kevin has also acted as a camp consultant and volunteer with the organization Outside Looking In, which is a program for Indigenous Youth across Canada. Kevin is an avid camp leader who continues to grow and learn through specific workshops, conferences, and participation in sharing with other camp leaders in the industry.
Kevin has a deep imagination and passion for purposeful programming in order to create a supportive and inclusive camp community, one everyone is proud to be part of and every child grows individually while attending camp.
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Sophie is currently a Commerce student at the University of Guelph, focusing her studies on Sport and Event Management with a minor in Marketing. Sophie has been immersed in the camp environment since childhood, attending numerous camps in the Greater Toronto Area. Over the past 8 years, Sophie has actively participated in the camp environment holding positions such as CIT, Volunteer Staff, Counsellor, and Head Counsellor.
Sophie's passion for camp stems from her deep appreciation for the sense of community it fosters and her dedication to promoting healthy, active living. This Summer will be Sophie’s first time working at Gryphon Summer Camps. She is so excited to take on the role of Gryphon Activity Camps Director and is looking forward to bringing her creativity and innovative ideas to make an awesome Summer!
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Brooklyn DavidsonProgram Director |
Brooklyn is currently pursuing her Commerce degree at the University of Guelph, specializing in Hospitality and Tourism Management. Outside of the classroom, Brooklyn dedicates her time to teaching dance within the community and running birthday party here in the athletic center. She has been in the camp community for six years, Brooklyn has assumed various roles, ranging from volunteer to Junior Leader, Counsellor, and Head Counsellor.
This upcoming summer marks her third consecutive season at Gryphon Summer Camps. She is thrilled to step into the role of Program Director. Brooklyn eagerly anticipates sharing her new ideas and various costumes with campers and staff this summer!
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Graham GouldProgram Director |
Graham has been involved with youth programming for 8 years throughout the Guelph and London areas. Following a lifetime of profound camp experiences, his professional journey started as a piano teacher working in specialized music programming for children of all ages, before beginning as a camp counsellor with the City of London. He continued pursuing this passion with the City of London progressing to his most recent position as a Coordinator for the city's Leader in Training program, working with high school aged students preparing them for careers in the camp and recreation industry.
Graham recently graduated from Western University with a Bachelor of Health Science and will be beginning his Master's in Public Health at McGill University in September. His favourite part about camp is the freedom for campers and staff members to be themselves and experience new things. Graham is incredibly excited to spread his love of camp with the Gryphon's community this summer!
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Tanner GriffithsProgram Director |
Tanner is currently a Justice Studies student at The University of Guelph-Humber, is focusing on law studies along with police foundations. He has also engaged in basketball coaching and skills training, as sports are something he is very passionate about. Tanner is entering his 4th year working at Gryphon Camps, having volunteered there for 3 years prior, starting as a Junior Leader and Counsellor in Training. He has held previous positions as a counsellor and head counsellor and is now stepping into his first year as a program director.
Tanner's love for camps and his ideas for making them fun and memorable for all campers come from his experience with camps, and he is very excited to bring both old and new ideas into his new role for the summer!
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Paula WeisharProgram Facilitator |
Paula is currently pursuing a Child and Youth Studies degree at Carleton University, aspiring to become a Kindergarten Teacher. Over the past two years, Paula has been actively involved in with Gryphon Camps, initially serving as head counsellor and now stepping into the role of a Program Facilitator. She has extensive experience managing and leading multiple teams.
In addition to her work at the camp, Paula continues her education to youth development by working as a Supply Educational Assistant. She is deeply passionate about creating positive, enjoyable and inclusive experiences for everyone at Gryphon Camps. Her favourite aspect at camp is observing campers express their authentic selves through various activities and games. Paula is enthusiastic about facilitating the CIT, Home Alone/Swim2Survive+, GROWTH/BEAT, and Leadership Development programs alongside Colin! |
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Colin GordonProgram Facilitator |
Colin is currently pursuing his Bachelor of Applied Sciences degree at the University of Guelph, with the goal of becoming an elementary school teacher in the near future. Over the past four years, Colin has thrived at the Gryphon Activity Camps. His journey at the camp has been fueled by a deep passion for helping youth reach their fullest potential through engagement, persistence, and dedication. You will see Colin working with Paula this year in our Leader specific camps.
Outside of camp, Colin works as a weightlifting coach at Lift Fitness and Performance, where he trains athletes to excel in their respective sports and contributes his coaching skills to his former high school, assisting students in a specialized program named LEAP. Colin embodies the camp spirit, always bringing energy, creativity, and a positive mindset to every activity. Colin eagerly anticipates reconnecting with returning campers and welcoming new ones to experience all that Gryphon Camps has to offer.
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Emma DavidsonProgram Registrar |
Emma is currently pursuing her Honours Bachelor of Science degree while studying Health Sciences at Wilfrid Laurier University. This is Emma’s second Summer as the Program Registrar for Gryphon Summer Camps, and she is so excited to be back.
Emma’s previous experience includes working for the City of Kitchener’s Youth Programs and as a Volleyball Coach.Emma is looking forward to connecting with campers and their caregivers through working in the Camp Office ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes!
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