Campers Ages 7

Individualized programs based on the campers interest and abilities.

Below is a typical schedule. The exact activities are dependent upon the theme of the session.

8:30 - 8:45am - Arrival
8:45 - 9:30am - Sports / Nature hike
9:30 - 10:30am - Option 1*
10:30 - 10:45 - Snack
11:00 - 11:45am - Chinese history / culture class
12:00 - 12:45pm - Lunch
12:45 - 1:30pm - Chinese language class
1:30 - 2:30pm - Option 2*
2:30 - 3:15pm - Swimming (free lessons available)
3:15 - 4:00pm - Arts & Crafts
4:00pm - Dismissal

* - Campers aged 7 - 10 choose two additional daily activities per week in order to enhance their camp experieince. Options (based on enrollment) include:

Calligraphy
Chinese dance
Chinese yo-yo
Drama/Chinese Opera
Fishing
Traditional games (Piaji, Chinese Chess/Xiangqi, Go/Weiqi)Gardening
Kung-Fu
Pottery
Soccer
Tennis

Chinese is introduced in each of the activities through experiential learning. For instance, on a nature walk, counselors will explain some of the items campers discover in both English and Chinese. However, as educators, we understand that simple introduction to the words isn't enough. Reptition of these items throughout the day through songs, explanations and simple usage will help reinforce these words and phrases for your child.

It is important to note that this is not an immersion program where your child will become fluent in Mandarin Chinese in two weeks. While your child will be more knowledgable of different phrases in Chinese, our main goal is to expose campers to the Chinese language and culture while having fun, making new friends, and learning more about themselves and the world around them.