About Our Sports Camp

ABOUT CAMP AK-O-MAK

Where Talents Are Found

Camp Ak-O-Mak is an overnight summer camp for girls aged 7-16 with a passion for sports and the outdoors. 

Since 1928, our mission has always been to help girls develop strength and confidence through an active lifestyle, preparing them for future success in life and the pursuit of their athletic abilities at all levels.

Facilities

Ak-O-Mak At A Glance

Main House

Overlook the scenic Ahmic Lake in our Adirondack style Main House and large wooden porch

Dining

Enjoy home-cooked, family style meals in our Main House, prepared by our professional chef

Medical

24/7 on-site health care services provided by licensed medical professionals

Laundry

Laundry is done weekly on site. Please label ALL your camper’s belongings.

Active Body, Healthy Mind

Nurture your body and mind with a blend of indoor activities like yoga, spin bike classes and weight training in our multi-purpose pavillion, funded by Alumni donations and constructed by Volunteer Builders

Inspection

Camp Ak-O-Mak meets or exceeds all accreditation requirements by Canadian and Ontario camping associations, and undergoes annual inspections by Ontario Public Health

A Journey Through Time

Founded in 1928 by Matt Mann, a professional swimming coach and head of clubs in the United States, Camp Ak-O-Mak was Canada’s only competitive sports camp for girls and the world’s first all-girls competitive swim camp.

Before Camp Ak-O-Mak, he also founded Camp Chikopi, the world’s first competitive swimming camp for boys, in 1920.

Help us inspire more girls today.

Head Staff

Meet The Team

All driven by a desire to help girls develop self-confidence and strength, our supportive team of counsellors and Senior Directors will be there every step of the way.

DIANNE YOUNG

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

DR. CATHERINE MCANDIE

MEDICAL DIRECTOR

JOCELYN SAUNDERS

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR / COACH

KAVIN

ACCOUNTANT

SHERYL PUCKERING

MINDFULNESS & YOGA DIRECTOR

MACKENNA ARMITAGE

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

BLAIR SAUNDERS

CYCLING AND TRIATHLON COACH