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    Courts (Basketball, Volleyball, Dodgeball)
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    Courts (Basketball, Volleyball, Dodgeball)

    by Ridley College

    Build basketball, volleyball, and dodgeball skills through drills and friendly games at Ridley’s Courts camp, with an emphasis on teamwork and sportsmanship.

    Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial

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    Courts at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    All experience levels

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 10-13

    Location / Region

    Ridley College, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

    Cost

    $360; $450

    Duration

    1 week

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Meals: Daily hot buffet lunch
    Group size: No more than 20 students
    Sessions / cadence: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
    Campus support: Full-time nursing; 24/7 security
    Instructor training: First aid, CPR, and AED
    Included clothing: Camp Ridley T-shirt

    Courts summary

    Courts combines basketball, volleyball, and dodgeball in a supportive camp setting. Campers practice techniques and learn how each game works.

    Drills and friendly competition connect serving, passing, and shooting with teamwork, coordination, and sportsmanship.

    It suits children who enjoy active group play and want variety across several sports.

    What is Courts (Basketball, Volleyball, Dodgeball)?

    Courts (Basketball, Volleyball, Dodgeball) is a Ridley College sports camp that brings three games together through practical play. Campers work on serving, passing, shooting, and teamwork through drills and friendly competition.

    The experience combines learning rules and strategies with developing agility, coordination, and sportsmanship. Its supportive approach gives children opportunities to practice with peers while enjoying the variety of different court sports.

    Why Succeed highlights Courts

    • Three sports give campers variety while reinforcing shared skills such as passing and teamwork.

    • Drills and friendly competition connect technique practice with playing the games.

    • Sportsmanship and coordination are explicit learning aims alongside athletic skills.

    • Small groups, trained instructors, and on-campus medical support provide useful reassurance for families.

    • Lunch and a Camp Ridley T-shirt are included in the camp experience.

    Who is Courts for?

    Best for

    Children who enjoy active group games and want to practice several sports in a supportive setting.

    Not ideal if

    Your main goal is intensive specialization in one sport rather than a mix of basketball, volleyball, and dodgeball.

    Is Courts worth it?

    Courts is worth considering when the aim is enjoyable sports practice with peers. Its combination of drills, games, and teamwork gives children several ways to build confidence in active group settings.

    The main tradeoff is breadth: time is shared among three sports. A child focused on advanced development in basketball or volleyball may prefer a specialist camp with a more concentrated training plan.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    $360; $450; includes Basketball, volleyball, and dodgeball programming., Daily hot buffet lunch., Camp Ridley T-shirt., Trained instructors and on-campus nursing support..

    Meals

    Daily hot buffet lunch

    Supervision or safety information

    Camp Ridley has full-time nursing staff and medical support at the Schmon Health Centre. Instructors have first aid, CPR, and AED training and have passed police record checks.

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    1 week; Ridley College, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada.

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    How much preparation does Courts need?

    Effort level

    Active participation with light preparation.

    Best started

    Plan care and dietary needs a few weeks before your chosen session.

    Main challenge

    Moving between different sports while working well with teammates.

    Typical preparation

    • Discuss which of the three sports your child is most curious to try.

    • Arrange drop-off, pick-up, and any extended care before camp.

    • Prepare two nut-free snacks each day and a refillable water bottle.

    • Pack a swimsuit and towel when the camp welcome assigns a water day.

    Useful if

    Your child enjoys group play and wants to develop coordination.

    What do students do on Courts?

    Campers practice basketball, volleyball, and dodgeball through drills and friendly competition. Technique work is paired with learning rules, strategies, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Learn the rules and strategies used in each sport.

    2. 2

      Practice techniques such as serving, passing, and shooting.

    3. 3

      Use those techniques in friendly games with other campers.

    4. 4

      Develop coordination and teamwork through shared play.

    Courts dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Courts (Basketball, Volleyball, Dodgeball) - Week 1

    29 June-3 July 2026

    Four camp days; no camp on Wednesday, 1 July. Fee: $360 CAD.

    Reference date

    Courts (Basketball, Volleyball, Dodgeball) - Week 5

    27-31 July 2026

    Five camp days. Fee: $450 CAD.

    Reference date

    Courts (Basketball, Volleyball, Dodgeball) - Week 7

    10-14 August 2026

    Five camp days. Fee: $450 CAD.

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    Eligibility and requirements

    • Campers must be ages 10-13.

    • Beginners and experienced players are welcome.

    How much does Courts cost?

    Camp fee

    $360; $450 — CAD per session: four-day Week 1; five-day Weeks 5 and 7.

    Funding or discounts

    • Combined extended care: $50 — CAD for one week; advance registration required.

    What's included

    Basketball, volleyball, and dodgeball programming., Daily hot buffet lunch., Camp Ridley T-shirt., Trained instructors and on-campus nursing support.

    How to apply to Courts

    1. 1

      Use the Camp Ridley CampBrain registration portal linked from the senior camp page.

    2. 2

      Choose the senior camp age group and your preferred Courts session.

    3. 3

      Register for optional extended care in advance if your family needs it.

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    What does Courts cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Sport techniques

    Practice serving, passing, and shooting through court-sport drills.

    Rules and strategies

    Learn how basketball, volleyball, and dodgeball work and how to approach play.

    Movement and teamwork

    Develop agility, coordination, teamwork, and sportsmanship through friendly competition.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Courts?

    A typical day during the program.

    Arrival

    Drop-off is at B Squad in front of Lower School; rainy-day arrival uses the Fieldhouse.

    Camp programming

    Monday-Friday sports activities with daily lunch; 26 hours in Week 1 and 32.5 hours in Weeks 5 and 7.

    Departure

    Families collect campers from the designated pick-up area.

    Optional extended care

    Before care is 7:30-8:30 a.m.; after care is 4:00-5:30 p.m., with advance registration.

    Who teaches on Courts?

    Camp Ridley uses qualified, trained staff, with instructors certified in standard first aid, CPR, and AED use. Instructors have also passed police record checks.

    Camp groups have no more than 20 students, with low camper-to-instructor ratios.

    Where do students stay on Courts?

    Non-residential plan

    • Day camp experience: Campers attend daytime activities on the Ridley College campus and return home after pick-up.
    • Dining-hall lunch: Daily buffet lunch includes hot meat and vegetarian choices, a sandwich and salad bar, and fruit.
    • Campus welfare: Full-time nursing staff, the Schmon Health Centre, and 24/7 campus security support campers.

    What happens after Courts?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Build serving, passing, and shooting skills.

    Develop understanding of three sports’ rules and strategies.

    Practice agility and coordination.

    Strengthen teamwork and sportsmanship.

    Where does Courts take place?

    The camp takes place at Ridley College, 2 Ridley Road, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Senior campers use B Squad in front of Lower School for arrival and dismissal, with the Fieldhouse used in rainy weather.

    Families receive pick-up location maps one week before camp.

    Courts FAQs

    Campers play basketball, volleyball, and dodgeball, practicing techniques through drills and friendly competition.

    The camp welcomes beginners and athletes looking to improve their existing skills.

    Hot buffet lunch is provided in the dining hall, with meat and vegetarian options, a sandwich and salad bar, and fruit.

    Camp Ridley publishes a maximum group size of 20 students and low camper-to-instructor ratios.

    Before care runs from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., and after care runs from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. Extended care requires advance registration; combined care costs $50 CAD for one week.

    Campers should bring two nut-free snacks each day and a refillable water bottle. A swimsuit and towel are requested for designated water days.

    Camp Ridley has full-time nursing staff and medical support at the Schmon Health Centre. Instructors have first aid, CPR, and AED training and have passed police record checks.

    The dining team accommodates dietary restrictions and food allergies and offers vegetarian choices. Kosher meals cannot be accommodated.

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    Sources & verification

    Source types reviewed

    • Summer Day Camps Overview | Ridley College
    • Apply to Ridley College | Ridley College
    • Senior Camps (Ages 10 to 13) | Ridley College

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