The camp experience is like a rite of passage for kids when they move
from childhood to their teenage years, and from their teens to young
adulthood. The activities they do, the programs they join, the
independence they gain and the friends they make are all part of the
learning process and potentially life changing lessons.
Broaden Horizons
Summer camp
is one of the ways that will enable your child to broaden their horizons
because they will meet other kids that may not come from the same
background as them. They will learn new things from other children their
age through the stories and experiences they share. Stepping out of
their comfort zone will also teach them new things about others and
themselves.
Learn New Things and Skills
Day camp
is a great place for your child to learn something new. Camps have
various programs for kids who have different interests. Some offer arts,
theatre, sports and extreme sports, even if your child is not
interested in a particular sport, he or she has several options. Your
kid might even find a passion that they may pursue once they get older.
The
variety of camp activities exposes your child to new things that they
might learn such as riding a canoe, biking, trekking, acting or speaking
in front of a huge crowd. The new things that your kid learns help them
grow into a holistic person.
Camps have experienced instructors
in each program offered. Your child will get the coaching and training
he or she needs, if they want to improve their skills in a particular
sport, art or craft.
Become Independent
Summer camp
gives your child a taste of what it is like to be away from home and
their comfort zone. This may make your child anxious and nervous at
first, however, independence is an important life lesson they will learn
and cherish, as they grow older.
Packing their own things,
staying away from home for an entire day or overnight will teach them
how to be responsible and accountable.
Develop Social Skills
Summer camp
enhances your child’s social skills regardless of which program they
join. If they choose team sports, they will learn to communicate with
teammates and work together for a common goal. Theatre camp enables them
to learn about themselves and self-expression. Both types of camp teach
your child the importance of communicating with others well.
Camp
is a potentially life changing experience for your child because of the
many things they will learn. Excite your child about the summer program
you enrolled them in by taking them to the facilities, showing them the
grounds, meeting the staff and allowing them to try some of the
activities. An engaged child will get the most out of the camp they
join.
