Winning Techniques

Emsdale, Ontario · Show on map

4.9 (107 Google reviews)

  • ✓ Accredited
  • Academic, leadership
  • Arts
  • Day camp
  • Outdoor
  • Overnight
  • Dance, music, theatre
  • Sports
  • STEM, coding
  • Ages 3 to 5
  • Teens

Overview

Winning Techniques is a summer camp with both day and overnight programs in Emsdale, Ontario.

Programs listed for this camp: academic, leadership, arts, outdoor, dance, music, theatre, sports and STEM, coding.

Listed ages: 4 to 18.

The listed price starts at $429 per week for the 2026 season.

Program language: English.

The camp appears as “OCA accredited” in its association’s directory.

Type
Summer camp
Programs
Academic, leadership, Arts, Outdoor, Dance, music, theatre, Sports, STEM, coding, Ages 3 to 5, Teens
Ages
Ages 4 to 18
Listed price
from $429 per week
Language
English
Campers
Co-ed
Accreditation
OCA accredited
Address
44 Bay Lake Road, Emsdale, ON, P0A 1J0

Practical details

  • Registration 2027Registration for Summer Camp 2027 is now open.
  • Financial aidOffered (bursaries or subsidies)

Collected automatically from the camp website (winningtechniques.com) in November 2026. Hours and services change from year to year, so confirm with the camp.

Listed activities

  • Aerials
  • Archery
  • Archery Tag
  • Basketball
  • Beach Volleyball
  • Canoeing
  • Capture the Flag
  • Climbing Wall
  • Crafts
  • Dance
  • Fishing
  • High School Credit
  • Hockey (Ice)
  • Kayaking
  • Leadership Skills
  • Ropes Course
  • Soccer
  • Swimming (Recreational)
  • Trampoline
  • Volleyball
  • Wakeboarding
  • Waterskiing

Google reviews of Winning Techniques

4.9107 reviews on GoogleRead all reviews on Google

What reviewers say

Reviewers consistently praise the caring, supportive staff and the inclusive, family-like community, with several noting that kids feel welcome and make lasting friendships. Many highlight the wide range of activities, including figure skating, hockey, water sports, archery and high ropes, along with the leadership program and good food. Some reviewers describe the skating coaching as strong, and a few are especially grateful to the directors Kim and Adam.

AI-generated summary of this camp’s Google reviews. It can miss details, so read the reviews below.

  • Jasper L.July 2026

    Winning Techniques is hands down one of the best camps out there! My experience has been phenomenal, but what really sets them apart is their incredible leadership program. I've seen a massive boost in confidence, teamwork, and responsibility after going through it. They don't just teach camp activities; they actually give you real-life skills for the 'Game of Life.' The staff treats everyone like family, and the environment is super supportive. Highly recommend!

  • Blk G.July 2026

    I’ve been coming to Winning Techniques for the past 6 years, and every summer has been an amazing experience. The staff are caring and supportive i always felt included in everything i did they helped me so much improve on my skills, the activities are always fun the water sports, hockey, trampoline, beach and more. I’ve made so many great memories and friendships, It truly feels like a second home, and I would recommend this camp to anyone looking for an unforgettable summer

  • Kyla P.August 2026

    Winning Techniques is an incredible camp. It offers caring and well trained staff, a wide variety of activities and options to specialize, and promotes a thoughtful philosophy that supports development on so many levels. It is a place our child looks forward to returning to and our family is so happy we found this camp. Our daughter takes figure skating - the coaching is top notch and the improvement that is possible in such short time is impressive. While at camp she also fell in love with water sports and has learned so much to be proud of. Owners Kim and Adam are attentive, helpful, and highly engaged. They run a phenomenal camp. If you’re looking for a camp that…

  • AdriannaJune 2026

    Absolutely love this camp! I’ve been coming to Winning Techniques for four summers now and I look forward to it every single year knowing how much fun it is. The staff is always so supportive and they truly make skating so much fun. I’ve made amazing friendships here and have found myself recommending this camp to many, many people. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a great summer experience full of skating, water sports, and fun!

  • Cameron M.August 2026

    In all honesty this was my favourite camp that i have been to. This camp gives you so many activities to do and you will never feel boredom while staying here. You can go water skiing, do archery, go on the arial park, and lastly you can participate in the games at the end of the day. You can also do sports like figure skating and hockey!! The food here is also very nutritious and yummy😋! The camp councillors here are very sweet people too. When i was staying overnight I had Adrianna as my councillor and she is the sweetest person ever. She does a good job at taking care of the kids in her cabin while bonding with us and always making us have a huge smile on our faces.…

  • AmeliaAugust 2026

    The best camp ever! Adrianna is the goat and she’s the best counseler, it was my 4th year here for figure skating and I always look forward to it! Everyone is so nice especially Adrianna and Erika. I love coming here for skating to learn and practice new tricks and this year I passed 3 tests and I had so much fun on and off the ice! There’s so many activities such as water sports, archery, the high ropes and more it’s so fun and I definitely recommend it!

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Where Winning Techniques is

44 Bay Lake Road, Emsdale, ON, P0A 1J0

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Summer 2027 registration

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Where this listing comes from

This listing combines public information from: Google Maps business listing, Ontario Camps Association member directory and camps.ca directory. Logo and photos: camp website; main photo: Google Maps; rating and reviews: Google Maps. Last checked: November 2026. Dates, prices and policies can change, so confirm them with the camp.

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