ActiveU Leadership Programs
About our Programs
ActiveU has always been a program dedicated to healthy child development through sport and physical activity. Now, we want to continue promoting that development through providing an opportunity for youth in the community to gain certifications and/or athletic leadership skills! Registering for our Leader in Training (L.I.T) program or our NEW ActiveU Playmakers Program will ensure that youth are well equipped in supporting that same healthy development within our community!
We encourage you to read through all the information provided below, and look forward to learning and making memories with future leaders!
ActiveU Playmakers Program (NEW for 2026!)
This summer, ActiveU is pleased to announce our newest addition to our leadership programs, the ActiveU Playmakers Program!
In the ActiveU Playmakers Program, students entering grades 8 and 9 will be given the tools to become better leaders and performers in a multi-sport environment. Under the guidance of ActiveU Staff and Thunderwolves athletes, participants will explore what leadership in sport really looks like through an approach that combines athletic development, mental training, and multi-sport participation.
Dates
- July 6th to 10th
- July 27th to 31st
- August 10th to 14th
Times
- Camp programming runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm daily.
- Drop-off is available between 8:30 am and 9:00 am for all campers.
- Should you need to drop off earlier, early drop-off is available for an additional fee between 8:00 am and 8:30 am.
- Pick-up is available between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm.
What to Bring
- Clothing appropriate for running around/adaptable to the weather
- Please note, we do spend a considerable amount of time outside! Families are strongly encouraged to send their campers with sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, etc.
- A nut-free lunch and snacks
- Note: ActiveU Playmakers will have two 15 minute snack breaks, as well as one 30 minute lunch break
- Swimming gear
- Swim suit
- Towel
- Bag for wet clothing
- Refillable water bottle
Location
- All of our camps will take place out of the Lakehead Athletics Facility, located at 955 Sanders Drive, Thunder Bay, ON.
Cost
- The ActiveU Playermakers Program is priced at $250/child.
ActiveU Leader-in-Training Program (updated for 2026!)
L.I.T Camp is back! This two week program is intended for students that are entering Grade 10 starting in September 2026. The programming consists of certifications through the Lifesaving Society, Leadership Training, and a placement opportunity in one of our ActiveU Camps!
During week one, which is a 5-day week (Monday through Friday), participants will have the opportunity to gain their Safeguard Swimming Certification, Standard First Aid Certification, and their HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) Certification all with qualified instructors provided by our Athletics team! Also during week one, participants will learn different leadership skills, instructed by our ActiveU Leadership Team.
Week two (which will run Monday through Friday), consists of group placement with an ActiveU camper group, as well as additional leadership sessions (when registering, families must choose which week their L.I.T would like to volunteer at). At the end of the session, L.I.T’s will walk away with 40 volunteer hours in addition to their completed certifications.
Dates
- Training Week (for all L.I.T. participants)
- July 13th to 17th
- Placement Week (select one when registering)
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- July 20th to 24th
- July 27th to 31st
- August 10th to 14th
Times
- ActiveU L.I.T Training Week and Placement Week will run from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm each day.
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- Please note that 100% attendance is required for both the L.I.T Training Week, and Placement Week. In order for participants to receive full certifications and placement hours, participants must attend all 10 days of programming!
What to Bring
- During training week, L.I.T’s should come prepared with clothes that allow them to fully participate in all activities. This includes classroom discussions, outdoor activities, in-water programming and physical activity/sport.
- During placement week, L.I.T’s will be given a uniform that they must wear each day (this will be discussed during training week!).
- During both weeks, L.I.T’s must pack water bottles, lunches/snacks, and outdoor safety gear (sunscreen, hats, etc.)
Location
- All of our camps will take place out of the Lakehead Athletics Facility, located at 955 Sanders Drive, Thunder Bay, ON.
Cost
- The ActiveU L.I.T. Program is priced at $350. This is inclusive of both training and placement weeks.
Important Details
- ActiveU L.I.T program requires a minimum of 8 participants in order to proceed with all certifications as planned. Should this minimum not be met, L.I.T.’s will be provided with alternative leadership instruction or certification based on group size.
- 100% attendance is required for all L.I.T’s in order to complete their certifications, and obtain their volunteer hours.
- L.I.T’s must follow expectations and standards set for them at the start of the program. If at any point an L.I.T is deemed to be causing an unsafe environment for ActiveU staff or participants, they will be removed from the program with no refund provided.
Registration Details
- Camp registration will be opening on March 11th @ 12:00 pm!
- Registration will close:
- When capacity has been reached OR
- 12:00pm the business day before camp (e.g. Friday July 3rd @ 12:00pm for Week One!)
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- Cancellations made at least 10 business days prior to the program start date will receive a full refund.
- Cancellations made within 1-9 business days prior to the program start date will receive a refund less a $25 administrative fee.
- Cancellations made after the program start date will not receive a refund.
- No refunds will be given if a child leaves ActiveU on their own accord, is a “no show”, or is expelled due to behaviour.