Camps

We offer a wide assortment of programming options for camps. Each booking is customized to meet your needs. Our pricing is based on time, the longer you book us on a given day the more economical our hourly rate becomes. Below is a list of the activities we can offer a camp. Normally each activity would be scheduled for 1 hour but we can do multiple activities on a given visit, even run several activities at the same time, with campers rotating through activities, depending on the size of your group.

A few activities have a minimum age requirement, please see the descriptions below for details.

Please fill out the contact form below to inquire or start the booking process.

Fencing 101 *** Minimum 10 years of age ***
Campers are provided with fencing equipment (jackets, gloves, masks, chest protectors and swords) and trained in the basics of Olympic style fencing by a certified fencing coach. Focus is on technique, safety protocols and footwork. We also have half-day and full-day Fencing workshops available. This programme is sponsored by the Ontario Fencing Association. Maximum of 20 campers per session at one time.

Historical Dance
Dance has been a part of humanity dating back long before historical record. Many early societies had very distinct dance styles and the ability to dance could change a person's life in some cases. This workshop allows campers to learn different historical dances from around the world.

Ancient Sports & Games
How old are the sports you play? When was soccer invented? Do you know what Kubb is? This workshop explores the types of games and sports played during ancient times with an emphasis on the different ways children entertained themselves and the origins of the sports we play today.

Drumming From Around the World
An examination of drumming throughout history and around the world: exploring its uses in work, warfare, rituals and entertainment. Campers will learn to drum in various styles and have access to a variety of instruments. This is not a drumming circle and does not contain First Nations content.

Evolution of Arms and Armour
This workshop explores how humans developed arms and armour. How each evolved with the advancement of technology and science. Campers get to try a number of ancient activities such as slinging, archery and shield formations.

Pirates: Facts vs. Fiction
Pirates have existed ever since humans have been seafaring. We explore the harsh realities pirates actually endured historically. There are hands-on elements and our instructor will be dressed in accurate clothing from the golden age of piracy.

Ancient Board Games
Humans have been playing games for thousands of years. How have they evolved over time? This workshop has campers learn the history of games and try some of the oldest games from all over the world!

The Art of the Court Jester
This tactile workshop allows campers to learn the various skills employed by fools and jesters throughout the world: juggling, balancing, tumbling, telling jokes and much more!

The Mobile Museum
This session compares daily life now to back in ancient times especially from the perspective of a child. Little things kids take for granted as well as major life events will be explored in this tactile, artifact based, workshop.

Behind the Shield: Life as a Roman Legionary
This workshop will explore what it was like to be a Roman soldier and includes discussion as well as a plethora of hands on activities including marching, shield formations and much more.

The Armoury
This workshop is 100% tactile with campers getting to explore armour and artifacts from various points in history. Participants will learn how weapons and armour were developed during ancient times and connect with history as no museum would ever allow.

Siege Weapons
This workshop is 100% tactile with students getting to explore our custom made siege weapons and their historical significance. Campers will get to build structures using boxes and then we will attempt to storm the battlements (knock them down) using math and science elements. Camps will be expected to collect boxes for use during this workshop.

Watercolour 101
This session explores the ancient art of watercolour painting conducted by an visual arts instructor (and artist). Historical significance will be explored and campers will create their own watercolour painting using artistic equipment and supplies. Access to water is required. 

Puppetry
Puppetry is a very ancient art form thought to have originated about 4000 years ago. Puppets have been used since the earliest times to animate and communicate the ideas and needs of human societies. This session will explore the uses of puppets, the art of puppeteering and have campers create their own skits using a variety of puppets and techniques. All equipment is provided.

Cartography
Campers will design and create their own community maps based on set criteria involving the principles of map making. Campers will extract and analyse information from various maps, read a coordinate grid system and become familiar with historic reasons for map making.

The Illuminated Letter
Lead by a professional artist, campers will design and create their own medieval graphic. Working with watercolour paints and paper, students will learn about symbolism, heraldry and the invention of evolution of writing and book production in bygone centuries.

Time Measurement Devices
How did society measure time before electricity or batteries? How was the first clock invented? How has it evolved over time? How does it relate to the calendar? These questions are answered in this fascinating workshop where campers learn the history of time measurement and build their own measurement device using provided supplies.

Singing & Sea Shanties
Without electricity life is very different. Singing was a big part of everyday life, especially for those at sea. This workshop discusses the evolution of song, its various purposes and teaches campers several sea shanties and even gives them the chance to do some group song writing!

Ancient Jobs
Jobs continue to change throughout history. Some jobs still exist, such as being a Cardinal or a Sheriff, a painter or a midwife. But many jobs have changed. This inquiry-based, tactile workshop will allow campers to explore many amazing artifacts that pertained to specific jobs throughout history.

See what people are saying about our programming

"The kids loved the Knights of the Classroom experience during our summer camps last year.
We realized that our group of kids could have used more hands on which is what they provided. We will probably be using them again."
Sensei D. Mercier Port Credit Martial Arts Academy
"The Knights in the Classroom Battle-Ready workshop was a wonderful experience. It provided students with a sense of authenticity which otherwise they would not have experienced. They loved being able to act as squires to help dress the knights, and thoroughly enjoyed the battle re-enactments. The game show was a great review of all of the things that our students learned throughout the unit. It also covered a lot of new information, which students have since applied in subsequent assessments. I would definitely recommend this to any teacher. It was a fantastic experience, so much so that the students still talk about it as their favourite part of Grade 4. Huzzah!!!"
Marta Jackson Birchbank Public School, Peel District School Board
"Phenomenal hands on experience!"
Marianne Markou Hewson P.S., Peel District School Board
"We had an excellent time when Knights in the Classroom came to us. Myself and students especially enjoyed the hands on activities.
The instructors were enthusiastic and very knowledgeable! Great job! Follow up activities are great! Thanks again for all that you do! 🙂 "
Krista-Lee Hibbert Tecumseth-Beeton P.S., Simcoe County District School Board
"Avoiding a hefty bus fee to Medieval Times was our initial decision to have Knights in the Classroom. The full day experience allows a much more personal interaction with students. The variety of activities gives you a good opportunity to choose workshops based on the type of classroom you have. Being a French Immersion school, it was nice to have a bilingual representative who spoke French. I would definitely have the company come and visit again! Merci gros!"
Chantal Shingler Julie Payette Public School, Durham District School Board

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