Film Production — Week 4
20-24 July 2026
Five-day session; Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
In-person Program
Film Production Camp
Ridley College’s introductory filmmaking camp explores production, storytelling, camera work and sound through creative activities and collaboration.
Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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Film Production Camp at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Campers ages 13-16
Age range / Year group
Ages 13-16
Location / Region
Ridley College, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Cost
$450
Duration
1 week
Format
In-person
FilmMedia Studies
Class size: Up to 20 campers
Meals: Daily hot buffet lunch
Residential availability: Separate Day Camp Boarding packages
Campus experience: 90-acre school campus
Daily hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Health support: Full-time registered nursing staff
Film Production Camp summary
Film Production Camp introduces filmmaking through interactive exploration of production stages, storytelling, camera work and sound.
Its strongest fit is a curious beginner who enjoys sharing ideas and working creatively with others. The emphasis is on exploration and understanding how stories come together.
What is Film Production Camp?
Film Production Camp is Ridley College’s introductory exploration of filmmaking within its Explorers camp offerings. Interactive activities connect the stages of production with the choices that make a story compelling and emotionally resonant.
Campers explore ideas such as capturing a dramatic moment on camera and creating a soundscape. Creativity, collaboration and critical thinking underpin the experience, making it a practical introduction to how visual and sound elements work together.
Why Succeed highlights Film Production Camp
The introduction links production stages to storytelling, giving creative choices a clear purpose.
Camera work and soundscapes offer complementary ways to explore how films communicate emotion.
Collaboration and critical thinking sit alongside creativity, reflecting the shared decisions involved in filmmaking.
Small day-camp groups, trained staff and on-campus nursing support add practical reassurance for families.
Who is Film Production Camp for?
Best for
Curious beginners who want to explore filmmaking through storytelling, camera work and sound while collaborating with other campers.
Not ideal if
You want advanced technical specialization or a course centered on producing a polished film portfolio.
Is Film Production Camp worth it?
For a beginner, the camp offers a useful way to test whether making films is as appealing as watching them. Exploring production, camera work and sound together can help students notice which creative choices interest them most.
The value rests mainly in exploration and collaboration. Its introductory scope makes it a less direct fit for experienced filmmakers seeking advanced training, so families should judge it by the learning experience rather than an expected portfolio result.
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Cost and what is included
$450; includes Film Production camp activities, Daily hot buffet lunch, Camp Ridley T-shirt, On-campus nursing support.
Accommodation
Separate Day Camp Boarding packages
Meals
Daily hot buffet lunch
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1 week; Ridley College, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Film Production Camp need?
Effort level
Moderate, with full-day participation and collaborative creative activities.
Best started
Plan a few weeks before your chosen session, allowing longer for boarding travel.
Main challenge
Connecting camera and sound choices to a clear emotional effect.
Typical preparation
Watch a short scene and note how camera choices and sound affect its mood.
Arrange drop-off and pickup, and register for extended care in advance if needed.
Share medical and dietary needs during registration, and pack two nut-free snacks and a refillable water bottle.
Useful if
You want to test a filmmaking interest through practical exploration.
What do students do on Film Production Camp?
You explore how filmmaking production stages connect to storytelling through interactive activities. Camera work and soundscape creation provide examples of how individual elements can shape a story’s emotional effect.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Explore the different stages of filmmaking production.
- 2
Develop ideas for compelling, emotionally resonant stories.
- 3
Explore capturing dramatic moments on camera and creating soundscapes.
- 4
Connect creative choices through collaboration and critical thinking.
Film Production Camp dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Film Production — Week 5
27-31 July 2026
Five-day session; Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Film Production — Week 4 | 20-24 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Film Production — Week 5 | 27-31 July 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Campers ages 13-16.
How much does Film Production Camp cost?
Program fee
$450 — CAD total for one five-day day-camp session.
Funding or discounts
- Before care: $30 — Optional; 7:30–8:30 a.m.; advance registration required.
- After care: $30 — Optional; 4:00–5:30 p.m.; advance registration required.
- Combined extended care: $50 — Optional before and after care for one camp week.
What's included
Film Production camp activities, Daily hot buffet lunch, Camp Ridley T-shirt, On-campus nursing support
How to apply to Film Production Camp
- 1
Use Ridley’s summer-camp registration link to access the official CampBrain portal.
- 2
Select Film Production within the Explorers age group and choose your session.
- 3
Share relevant medical, dietary, accessibility and behavioral information during registration.
- 4
Register for before or after care in advance if your family needs it.
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What does Film Production Camp cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Production and storytelling
Explore production stages and how filmmaking elements combine to create emotionally resonant stories.
Camera work
Explore capturing dramatic moments on camera as part of visual storytelling.
Soundscapes
Explore creating soundscapes and how sound contributes to the filmmaking experience.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Film Production Camp?
A typical day during the program.
Drop off
Regular drop-off is 8:30–9:00 a.m.; registered before care starts at 7:30 a.m.
Camp programming
Camp runs 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., with a hot lunch provided in the dining hall.
Pickup
Regular pickup is 3:30–4:00 p.m.; registered after care runs 4:00–5:30 p.m.
Who teaches on Film Production Camp?
Camp Ridley uses qualified, trained staff, and instructors hold standard first aid, CPR and AED certification and have passed police record checks. Full-time registered nursing staff provide additional on-campus support.
Day-camp groups have no more than 20 campers, with low camper-to-instructor ratios.
Where do students stay on Film Production Camp?
Residential plan
- Optional shared boarding: Film production is an arts choice within separate Day Camp Boarding packages with shared boarding-house accommodation.
- Boarding meals: The separate boarding package includes three daily meals and snacks.
- Boarding supervision: Qualified boarding staff provide 24-hour supervision, with round-the-clock access to health care.
- Boarding excursions: The separate boarding package includes guided evening and weekend activities and local excursions.
Non-residential plan
- Day-camp attendance: Campers participate during the day and return home each afternoon.
- Dining-hall lunch: Daily buffet lunch includes meat and vegetarian options, a sandwich and salad bar, and fruit.
- Campus support: Full-time registered nursing staff and 24/7 campus security support the day-camp environment.
Day campers bring two nut-free snacks daily; Kosher meals cannot be accommodated.
What happens after Film Production Camp?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Develop a foundation in filmmaking and storytelling.
Understand how production elements work together.
Practice creativity, collaboration and critical thinking.
Build appreciation for filmmaking as an art form.
Where does Film Production Camp take place?
Camp Ridley takes place on Ridley College’s 90-acre campus at 2 Ridley Road in St. Catharines, Ontario, within Canada’s Niagara Region. Explorers campers use the designated drop-off and pickup area at B Squad, in front of Lower School.
Pickup maps are shared with families one week before camp; rainy-day arrivals and departures move inside the Fieldhouse.
Film Production Camp FAQs
The introductory camp explores filmmaking production stages and storytelling through interactive activities. Camera work and soundscapes are examples of the creative work described.
Programming runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Regular drop-off is 8:30–9:00 a.m., and pickup is 3:30–4:00 p.m.
A hot buffet lunch is provided in the dining hall, with meat and vegetarian options, a sandwich and salad bar, and fruit. Dietary restrictions and food allergies can be accommodated, but Kosher meals cannot.
Camp Ridley day-camp groups have no more than 20 campers. Ridley also emphasizes low camper-to-instructor ratios.
Instructors have standard first aid, CPR and AED certification and have passed police record checks. Full-time registered nursing staff are available on campus.
Before care runs from 7:30–8:30 a.m., and after care runs from 4:00–5:30 p.m. Families must register in advance, and extended-care drop-off and pickup take place in the Fieldhouse.
Film production is listed among the arts choices within Ridley’s separate Day Camp Boarding program. That program offers two- and four-week packages with shared accommodation, meals and supervised activities.
Campers should bring two nut-free snacks and a refillable water bottle. A swimsuit and towel are requested for designated water days, which are communicated in the weekly welcome.
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Ben Stacy
Co-founder, Succeed | Former secondary teacher and educational leader
Ben works at the intersection of education, technology and school adoption, with expertise in how secondary schools evaluate data-driven tools and how education technology is used in practice.
Sources and verification
Source types reviewed
- How to Choose the Right Summer Camp in Niagara for your Child | News | Ridley College
- Boarding Camps | Ridley College
- Summer Day Camps Overview | Ridley College
- Apply to Ridley College | Ridley College
- Explorers Camps (Ages 13 to 16) | Ridley College
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