Abbotsford Youth Commission
2009 Summer Programs for Youth
12 yrs – 18 yrs
June 29 – September 4

All Summer Long

Summer Youth Zone     
12-18 yrs
Drop in and check us out all summer at the Abbotsford Recreation Centre.  Come meet new friends and try some of our weekly out-trips and activities. Out-trips may include: Laser Tag, Canoeing, Kayaking, Playland, Waterslides, Paintball and more.

M – F, June 29 – September 4
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at
Abbotsford Recreation Centre   
Cost: FREE

Friday Out-trips
12-18 yrs     
Join us for weekly out- trips each Friday. Registration for Out- trips are $5.00 off for those who have participated in a camp that week. 
 
Fridays July 10 – August 21 10:30-4:30
Location: Abbotsford Recreation Centre

Special Events

Celebrate Canada Day Event   
12-18 yrs
Drop in at the ARC and join in the Canada Day Fun. Games, Tournaments, Prizes, Canada Day Cupcakes and more!

Wednesday July 1st
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at
Abbotsford Recreation Centre      
Cost: FREE

Week One: July 6 -10

Get Cooking
12 yrs – 18 yrs
Get comfy in the kitchen and cook like a pro! Learn to make easy, quick & tasty meals. Healthy and delicious recipes you will love to make!

M – Th July 6 – July 9 
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location:  Abbotsford Collegiate
$45/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

Outdoor Zone
12 yrs – 18 yrs
Meet at the ARC and head out on exciting daily outdoor adventures. Hiking, Kayaking at Rocky Point and Swimming at 2nd Beach Pool at Stanley Park.

T – Th July 7 – July 9 
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location:  Abbotsford Recreation Centre
$125 / 3 sessions

Registration Form

Week Two: July 13 -17

Red Cross Babysitter Training Course
11 – 16 yrs
Learn how to interview for a babysitting job, choose safe and age-appropriate games and toys, perform basic first aid, learn diapering and feeding techniques, handle bedtime issues, and more. Also offered during weeks 5 & 8.

M – Th July 13 – July 16 
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location:  Abbotsford Collegiate
$45/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

Jewelry Making
12yrs – 16yrs
Learn how to make your own bead jewelry that will be sure to impress your friends. Bring your fun and creative side!

T – Th July 14 - 16
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Abbotsford Collegiate
$40/ 3 sessions

Registration Form

Ultimate Fun Week
12yrs – 18yrs
Enjoy the sunshine at one of our great local parks. Play Ultimate Frisbee, go for a swim, play beach volleyball and have fun at Wacky Games Day

M – Th July 13 - 16
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Abbotsford Collegiate
$38/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

Food Safe
12yrs – 18yrs
Become a qualified Food Safe Server and be better prepared for employment! The Level 1 course is for food service front-line workers such as bus persons, servers, dishwashers, and cooks. With completion, you will receive a FOODSAFE certificate.

Wednesday July 15
9:00am - 5:00pm
Location: Abbotsford Collegiate
$68.00 / 1 session

Registration Form

Week Three: July 20 -24

Sports Mania
12yrs – 16yrs
Join us as we play your favorite sports. Learn new skills, meet great new friends. Sports may include soccer, dodge ball, lacrosse, floor hockey, basketball and more.

M – Th July 20 - 23
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Abbotsford Collegiate
$38/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

Employment Readiness
13 – 17 yrs
Eight hours of fun and motivating course work will get you ready to be hired! Learn how to prepare a cover letter and resume. Find out what employers are looking for and gain skills to get the interview and win the job!

M – Th July 20 - 23
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Abbotsford Collegiate
$38/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

Girls Zone
12 – 18 yrs
Join our leaders for four fun packed girl’s days. Horseback Riding at Matsqui Stables, Shopping at Metrotown Mall, BBQ at Cultus Lake, Henna and Jewelry Making.

M – Th July 20 - 23
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: ARC
$125/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

Week Four: July 27 -31

Adventure Zone
12 – 18 yrs
Laser Tag, Paintball, Rock Climbing and Waterslides all in one week? Think you can handle it? Join us for the most exciting week of the summer!

M – Th July 27- 30
10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Abbotsford Recreation Centre
$175/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

Photography
12 – 18 yrs
Have fun with Digital Photography this summer, take home prints and a CD of your photo’s for your digital portfolio. You must bring your own digital camera to the workshop.

T – Th July 28 - 30
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Abbotsford Collegiate
$40/ 3 sessions

Registration Form

Week Five: August 4 - 7

Red Cross Babysitter Training Course
11 – 16 yrs
Learn how to interview for a babysitting job, choose safe and age-appropriate games and toys, perform basic first aid, learn diapering and feeding techniques, handle bedtime issues, and more. Also offered during weeks 2 & 8.

T – Th August 4 – August 6 
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location:  Abbotsford Collegiate
$45/ 3 sessions

Registration Form

No Limits Leadership
13-17 yrs
This three day camp is for youth interested in developing their leadership potential, community involvement, and teambuilding skills. Leadership certificate provided at completion.

T – Th August 4 – August 6 
10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location:  Abbotsford Collegiate
$68/ 3 sessions

Registration Form

Week Six: August 10 - 14

Get Baking
12 yrs – 18 yrs
Learn how to make all those tasty treats you love to eat like brownies, cupcakes and more. The group will decide which recipes to try.

M – Th August 10 – August 13 
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location:  Abbotsford Collegiate
$45/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

Teen Theatre
12yrs – 18yrs
This dynamic camp will introduce you to the many aspects of drama through group activities and drama games. Gain self confidence and learn performance skills as you explore your own creativity.

M – Th August 10 – August 13 
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location:  Abbotsford Collegiate
$38/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

Get Fit
12 yrs – 18 yrs
Meet us for fun fitness. Activities may include a work out in the weight room, swimming, hiking, and your choice of activity to finish the week.

T – Th August 10 – August 13 
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location:  Abbotsford Recreation Centre
$32/ 3 sessions

Registration Form

Week Seven: August 17 - 21

Explore Vancouver
12 yrs – 18 yrs
Join us to explore the amazing parks of Greater Vancouver! We will visit Stanley Park, Lynn Valley, Crescent Beach Park and go ocean kayaking at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody.

M – Th August 17 – August 20 
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Abbotsford Recreation Centre
$125/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

Crafts and More
12 yrs – 18 yrs
Create a mini scrapbook, explore the latest in card making, and try out a fashion trend craft. Bring your fun and creative ideas, no experience needed!

T – Th August 18 – August 20 
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Abbotsford Collegiate
$40/ 3 sessions

Registration Form

Week Eight: August 24 - 28

Red Cross Babysitter Training Course
11 – 16 yrs
Learn how to interview for a babysitting job, choose safe and age-appropriate games and toys, perform basic first aid, learn diapering and feeding techniques, handle bedtime issues, and more. Also offered during weeks 2 & 5.

T – Th August 25 – August 27 
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location:  Abbotsford Collegiate
$45/ 3 sessions

Registration Form

Girl-ified
12 – 16 yrs
Make Jewelry, Catch a chick flick at the Towne Cinema, go on a great picnic at a local park and end the week with a spa pamper party. Grab your girlfriends and spend some time together!

M – Th August 24 – August 27 
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location:  Abbotsford Collegiate
$68/ 4 sessions

Registration Form

BIRTHDAY PARTIES
12-18yrs

You can have a private party at the AYC. Includes 11 of your closest friends and one fun AYC staff member to help host the party, provide games, activities and prizes.

Any Saturday
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: AYC
Cost: At the AYC - $100 includes 12 youth, 1 fun AYC staff to help host the party and to provide games, activities and prizes

Cost: At the ARC - $150 includes 12 youth, 1 fun ARC staff to help host the party and to provide games, activities and prizes

PAMPER SPA DAYS AT THE AYC
12-18yrs

Do you want to get together with your friends and pamper yourself? Apply a face mask, give yourself a pedicure, give your friend a manicure, all while watching chick flicks! Pamper Spa Days at the AYC includes up to 11 of your closest friends and one fun AYC staff member to help host the party. We provide pamper products, activities and prizes. *snacks and beverages not included.

Any Saturday
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: AYC
Cost: $12.00/person *minimum 8 youth*

How to register:
T: 604-854-8785  
W: www.abbyyouth.com 
E: info@abbyyouth.com
AYC Address: 32315 South Fraser Way
(corner of S. Fraser and Trethewey

Program Locations:
Abbotsford Recreation Centre: 2499 McMillan Road
Abbotsford Collegiate: 2329 Crescent Way