Registration, Refund & Withdrawal Policy

Our camps vary in recommended skill level. Within each camp, groups are divided by age and skill level, which are flexible and allow us to find the best situation for each camper. We offer personalized instruction that allows campers to improve specifically in the areas they need, whether they are new to the game or highly skilled.

At the top of the page we have outlined the recommended experience/skill level for each camp, however our staff and coaches always strive to ensure that each player receives quality training appropriate to their skill level.

Yes! We offer a girls-only program (Aug 5-8) for ages 13-17, and co-ed program (Aug 18-22) for ages 8-12. We pride all of our programming to be inclusive for all!

Arrival - We recommend that you arrive for Overnight camp between 5:30pm-8:30pm on the Sunday that your camp is supposed to start. You may also arrive on Monday morning if needed. An email is sent out to all campers with arrival and departure information, sample meal schedule, and need-to-know information, 1 week prior to the start of camp.

*If you are staying for multiple weeks you may stay in the dorm through the weekend under our coaches supervision for an additional weekend fee.

Departure - We require that parents pick up their children on Friday evening by 4pm.

It is required that all camp participants source their own travel both to-and-from Athlete Institute. We have provided information on some of the best travel options to make sure your child arrives to camp safely.

Airport - If your child is flying in, they will arrive at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 40 minutes south of Athlete Institute. We have provided links below for airport shuttle services that can take you directly to/from Athlete Institute. We ask that you plan to have your child arrive between 5:30pm-8:30pm on Sunday before the start of the overnight camp.

https://www.aeroporttaxi.com/discount-flat-rates/

Bus - GO transit provides busses from various cities in southern Ontario that can assist you in getting to Athlete Institute. The nearest GO bus station is in Orangeville, Ontario, which is a short 8-minute taxi or Uber ride to the camp. We have provided a link below.

https://www.gotransit.com/en/find-a-station-or-stop/00257/station-details

Train - Similar to GO busses, GO trains operate within the GTA (Greater Toronto Area), where a transfer to the busses mentioned above. We have provided a link to GO trains below.

https://www.gotransit.com/en

Yes, you can stay over the weekend (Friday night to Sunday afternoon) if you are registered for multiple back to back weeks of camp. The price to stay on the weekend is $400 + HST. You will receive additional basketball instruction, meals, and off-campus activities (i.e., movies, bowling, mini golf, etc.). This will be communicated to parents prior to.

We may host anywhere up to 100 campers per week. Regardless the amount of campers, we make sure our coach-to-camper ratio stays at a maximum of 1:10 to ensure each child receives an unparalleled development experience. We also run each camp across 5 courts, making sure your child is on the court for as much time as possible.

Our overnight campers live the full prep experience by staying in our state-of-the-art university style dormitory. There are two or four high quality beds per room with common bathrooms that offer private stalled showers. Please see our facilities page to learn more.

All meals are prepared by healthy and local providers and eaten in our cafeteria just like our prep players do!

Allergies are taken into consideration so please ensure you list what your food allergies are on the camp registration form.

No. The Weekend Stay add-on is the only instance in which a camper (under supervision) will go on off-site activities. Everything else takes place on property.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

You will be required to provide a non-refundable deposit upon conclusion of the registration. An Athlete Institute team member will follow up with you to finalize your dates, package option and final invoice. You then have two ways to pay below:

1) PAY ONLINE IN FULL: A non-refundable deposit is collected immediately upon registration. You can then submit total fees online using Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. We also accept Interac e-transfer at - billing@athleteinstitute.ca (please provide the camper's first and last name along with the reason for the payment).

2) MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN: A non-refundable deposit is collected immediately upon registration. The remaining balance is divided into equal monthly instalments based on the date that you register until July 1st. Each payment automatically debited on the first of the month. The payment schedule is outlined with the Athlete Institute Team Member afterward. You may pay via Visa, MasterCard, Discover.

GENERAL REFUND POLICY

You will receive a 50% refund of paid registration fees after the deposit until June 1st. After June 1st there will be no more refunds of any paid registration fees unless there is a medical reason for cancellation which requires written confirmation from the treating Physician. You may also keep 100% of paid registration fees as credit with Athlete Institute programs for future use.

Please note: If there is a circumstance in which a refund is applicable, Athlete Institute will either keep the initial non-refundable deposit or 35% of the total cost of the camp package, whichever is of greater value.

CANCELLATION POLICY

INJURIES: If the participant is injured prior to the start of Summer Academy thus not allowing them to attend, written confirmation from the treating Physician is required and then you will receive a full credit to your Recdesk account. If the participant is injured during his or her time at Summer Academy, they will still be asked to continue on an adjusted program outline dependent on their ability. If their injury is significant, forcing them to be unable to continue on in camp, you will receive an adjusted credit to your Recdesk account for days missed.

SICKNESS: If the participant is sick during his or her time at Summer Academy, the participant will be asked to go home and you will receive an adjusted credit to your Recdesk account for days missed.

Absolutely!

It is FREE to switch camp weeks.

For example: You bought Week 2 and can't attend? Call our front desk - (519)-940-3735 and an amazing Athlete Institute representative will switch you into another week of your choosing.

NOTE: In the case you choose to switch into another camp at a higher price point, you will be subject to any outstanding fees. Alternatively, a switch into a camp at a lower price point will result in a credit towards any future programs at Athlete Institute.

There are many options for nearby accommodations in the Orangeville area. We have attached links below to some of our favourites, including the

Best Western Orangeville: https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.66099.html?iata=00171880&ssob=BLBWI0004G&cid=BLBWI0004G:google:gmb:66099

Hampton Inn Orangeville: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/yyzoghx-hampton-orangeville-on/?SEO_id=GMB-AMER-HX-YYZOGHX&y_source=1_OTgxMzcxMTktNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D

Mount Alverno: https://www.mountalverno.com

We offer a payment plan option for anyone registering prior to 3 months before the start of camp.

Each camp requires a non-refundable deposit of $500 at time of sign up. The remaining amount owed will be divided into three equal monthly payments, charged on the 1st of each month.

For example, if a camp is $1100, we would require $600 after the initial $500 deposit, which would then be broken down into three equal payments of $200 on the 1st of each month.

This offer is only available to campers minimum 3 months prior to the start of your camp. For example, if your camp starts in July, you must enter the payment plan before April 1st.

Please call one of our representatives at 519-940-3735 and we would be glad to assist you.