Our York Region Bus Program pickups at four locations below, we then drop off the campers at Markham Skatepark at Markham Centennial Community Centre for a full-day of Skateboarding and Scootering!
Thornhill Woods PS, Pleasantville PS – Richmond Hill, Maple Highschool, Blue Willow Public School
** Our Markham Drop-Off Program is also available **
Evolve’s York Region Skateboard Camp takes your kids to Markham Skatepark! Our buses are on the road by 7:30 in the morning to pick up campers from a convenient pickup spot near you, then transport them to Markham Skatepark for the day. Campers work side-by-side with our qualified coaches to develop a strong skateboarding foundation throughout the week. Each day campers receive personalized instruction and participate in lots of other fun activities to ensure the ultimate Evolve experience. This program is designed for boys and girls aged 7-14 and welcomes all skill levels.
Evolve’s York Region Skateboard Camp pickup locations are comprehensively located throughout our network in the GTA. We are a dynamic program, adding & removing pickup spots based on camper needs. We operate three to four routes, depending which pickup locations are available that week. If you don’t see a spot close to where you live, don’t fret! We’re working on it. Check out where we pick up in your neighbourhood!
** Program cancellations may occur if minimum registration is unavailable **
** Pickup Locations are subject to change based on registration **
At Evolve Skate Camps, our well developed skateboard lesson plans ensure that campers of all skill levels are making the most out of their time at our summer camp. Evolve’s highly structured format allows campers to advance through the different skateboard levels as their skill level improves – this could be over the course of the week, the summer or several summers at Evolve Skate Camp.
Beginners at Evolve Skate Camp are introduced to basic pushing and foot movements within the first hour of camp. As the day continues and campers get comfortable with the skatepark, we slowly introduce them to the first level of flat ramps. As the week goes on, beginner campers are shown basic skateboarding skills from pumping on half pipes to doing their first Ollie. We also teach campers how to properly fall, as any skateboarder will do as much falling as skating when they are learning. As the week continues; individuals will grasp certain skills quicker, so group sizes are broken down to ensure that campers are continuing to learn what interests them most.
Intermediate skateboard lessons at Evolve Skate Camp range from dropping in and basic vert tricks to basic flatland tricks. Intermediate skateboarders at Evolve Skate Camps take part in structured morning skateboard lessons in their groups, this allows them to learn new skills in the morning and practice them in the afternoon. The Intermediate campers are offered additional assistance in the afternoon sessions to help perfect their new skills.
Advanced skateboard campers come to Evolve Skate camp with a set of goals for the week in mind. That is why our advanced campers have one-on-one instructor time in the afternoon. Allowing advanced riders to warm up in the morning gives the coaches an opportunity to see what type of tricks each camper is working on that day. Through the Evolve Skate Camps process, advanced riders will leave camp with a new arsenal of skateboard tricks.
Campers must have their own skateboarding equipment to be safe and successful – it’s much easier to learn how to skateboard when you’re comfortable using your own gear: this is important for all skill levels, beginners, intermediate, and advanced. Here is a list of equipment you will need for your child to attend our programs:
Skateboards are made up of three main components: the board, the trucks, and the wheels. Check out our equipment guide for help selecting the perfect skateboard!
Skateboard/Scooter-specific. *Bicycle, Hockey, and Climbing helmets are not designed for the same protection, and are not allowed
Mandatory for campers 15 and under - these are available in our shop.
Skateboarding or flat shoes are best Jeans or shorts Hat and Sunscreen Backpack Towel and Bathing Suit
When participating in action sports - proper fuel and hydration is important!
We can help with that - check out our Equipment Guide or visit our Store!
Evolve’s York Region Scooter Camp takes your kids to Markham Skatepark! Our buses are on the road by 7:30 in the morning to pick up campers from a convenient pickup spot near you, then transport them to Markham Skatepark for the day. Campers work side-by-side with our qualified coaches to develop a strong scootering foundation throughout the week. Each day campers receive personalized instruction and participate in lots of other fun activities to ensure the ultimate Evolve experience. This program is designed for boys and girls aged 7-14 and welcomes all skill levels.
Evolve’s York Region Scooter Camp pickup locations are comprehensively located throughout our network in the GTA. We are a dynamic program, adding & removing pickup spots based on camper needs. We operate three to four routes, depending which pickup locations are available that week. If you don’t see a spot close to where you live, don’t fret! We’re working on it. Check out where we pick up in your neighbourhood!
** Program cancellations may occur if minimum registration is unavailable **
** Pickup Locations are subject to change based on registration **
At Evolve Scooter Camp, our professionally developed scooter lesson plans ensure that campers of all skill levels are making the most out of their time at our summer camp. Evolve’s highly structured format allows campers to advance through the different scooter lesson levels as their skill level improves – this could be over the course of the week, the summer or several summers at Evolve Scooter Camp.
Beginners at Evolve Scooter Camp are introduced to basic riding and foot movements within the first hour of camp. As the day continues and campers get comfortable with the skatepark, we slowly introduce them to the first level of flat ramps. As the week goes on, beginner campers are shown basic scootering skills from pumping on half pipes to doing their first Bunny Hop. We also teach campers how to properly fall, as any rider will do as much falling as scooting when they are first learning. As the week continues, certain individuals will grasp certain skills quicker than others so group sizes are broken down to ensure that campers are continuing to learn what interests them most.
Intermediate scooter lessons at Evolve Scooter Camps range from dropping in and basic vert tricks to basic flatland tricks. Intermediate scooter riders at Evolve Skate Camps take part in structured morning skateboard lessons in their groups, this allows them to learn new skills in the morning and practice them in the afternoon. The Intermediate campers are offered additional assistance in the afternoon sessions to help perfect their new skills.
Advanced Scooter campers come to Evolve Scooter Camp with a set of goals for the week in mind. To achieve these goals, we give our advanced campers one-on-one instructor time in the afternoon. Allowing advanced riders to warm up in the morning also gives our coaches an opportunity to see what type of tricks each camper is working on that day. Through the Evolve Scooter Camp process, advanced riders will leave camp with a new arsenal of scooter tricks!
Campers must have their own scooter equipment to be safe and successful – it’s much easier to learn how to scoot when you’re comfortable using your own gear: this is important for all skill levels, beginners, intermediate, and advanced. Here is a list of equipment you will need for your child to attend our programs:
A trick scooter; folding scooters are not permitted. Check out our equipment guide for help selecting the perfect scooter!
Skateboard/Scooter-specific. *Bicycle, Hockey, and Climbing helmets are not designed for the same protection, and are not allowed
Mandatory for campers 15 and under - these are available in our shop.
Skateboarding or flat shoes are best Jeans or shorts Hat and Sunscreen Backpack Towel and Bathing Suit
When participating in action sports - proper fuel and hydration is important!
We can help with that - check out our Equipment Guide or visit our Store!
We start our programs at age 6.
On the first day of camp we assess a camper’s skills. After we break into groups we run through a series of fundamental skills to make sure everyone in the group is on the same page. Then, we hone in on skills through demonstration by staff and repetition by our campers. We have found this to be a useful teaching method for skateboarding, biking, snowboarding and many other action sports. Many people have learned on their own after years of practice and hard falls: at Evolve, we’re confident we can accelerate the process through our methods of teaching – sometimes with a healthy number of falls!
Evolve Camps for all sports have a 1:6 or 1:8 staff to camper ratio, ensuring that all campers are receiving sufficient attention and supervision.
Campers are not forced into camp lessons, but they are asked to participate. If the lesson is covering skills that the camper has already mastered they will be able to free ride. They will then receive a one on one lesson in the afternoon where they can work on a new skill.
Extreme sports have their inherent risks – it’s hard to progress in these sports without taking on new challenges and exposing ourselves to greater risk. At Evolve, we try to limit exposure to injury by ensuring campers wear helmets and enough functional padding. Safety is also an integral part of the training and camp environment of Evolve. Our staff teach extreme sports within specific limits in a step by step method. We employ a “challenge by choice” philosophy, which means we never force anyone to do something they’re not comfortable doing. Instead we offer the challenge, its there for the taking.
Yes all campers need to bring a lunch. For some programs we offer hot lunch programs.
We obviously try and showcase our best “talent” in these videos. If they are beginners, your child probably isn’t at the level of some of the shots in our video/photos. Maybe some day, but for now they are more at a developmental level. They will still be in Camp videos and/or Photographs taken at camp.
Many campers come to camp not knowing anybody. On the first day of camp our staff ensure that all campers get to know each other. The best part about the program is that they are with the same “cabin” for the entire season, so close bonds are formed quickly.
Yes! Whether they’re a learned snowboarder transitioning to skateboarding, or new to action sports in general, we have a wide range of skills levels at all of our camps. We pride ourselves on taking beginner campers and teaching them the skills they need to love their sport of choice. Nothing is more exciting than having a beginner camper show up on a Monday as a complete rookie and leave on a Friday like a veteran.
We have priced Evolve Camps as an affordable day camp program. You will find that the price of our camps are about the average price of quality day camps and programs.
Families with multiple campers (who are siblings with the same parents and residence) will receive the following discounts: $25 off the 2nd registration (does not apply for March break), $25 off the 3rd registration.
Our buses need to be on time in order to maximize our time at camp. That being said, our buses leave at the exact time that is on the schedule. If you miss the bus, it is your responsibility to drive your child up to camp or to the next stop nearest to you.
Yes, All you need to do is notify our office that your child will not be coming home on the bus. We will provide instructions on how to do this.
If you have more questions, you can visit our frequently asked questions page.
This guide will give you everything you need to know before attending one of our camps.
Check out our FAQ section for background on programs and sports, or our EQUIPMENT GUIDE to learn about the different gear required for each sport. If you need assistance finding a location near you, choosing a program, or if you need any gear tweaked, please give us a call or drop us a line through our CONTACT page. We're here to give your child an action sports experience they'll never forget!
