A summer camp works like a small temporary community where everything revolves around the children. From breakfast to the evening programme, every moment is planned by a team of qualified activity leaders to combine fun, learning and communal living. Here we explain how a camp is organised from the inside.
Who organises and runs the camp
The coordination team, made up of professionals qualified in leisure and free-time activities, designs the camp programme months before it begins. The usual ratio is 1 activity leader per 8–10 children. During the camp there is a general coordinator who oversees all activity, plus group leaders assigned to each group. The activity leaders are present 24 hours a day: they also sleep at the facility alongside the campers.
What a typical day at camp looks like
🌅 Morning
Breakfast → main morning activity (excursion, multi-adventure, workshop) → lunch → supervised free time (tournaments, swimming pool, games). The morning activity tends to be the most physically demanding.
☀️ Afternoon
Afternoon activity → snack → free time → showers and personal hygiene. Some days include a call home or mobile phone time. The afternoon alternates medium-intensity activities with rest and social time.
🌙 Evening
Dinner → evening programme (treasure hunt, clue trail, outdoor cinema, live Cluedo, inflatable games). The evening is brief but eagerly awaited: it ends with the group together and in good spirits before bed.
Activities within the facility
When the camp does not go out, the programme takes place within the facility itself with a wide variety of activities:
- Treasure hunts and trail games
- Swimming pool and water games
- Arts and crafts workshops
- Themed dress-up days
- Sports tournaments (football, basketball, volleyball)
- Board games adapted by age group
- Inflatable game sessions
Activities outside the facility
🥾 Excursions and hikes
- Walks through countryside, mountains or beach
- Group outdoor picnics
- One of the favourite moments for both campers and group leaders
- Some camps include a bivouac: a night under the stars with a sleeping bag
🏄 Sports and multi-adventure
- Zip lines, rafting, kayaking
- Horse riding and archery
- At surf camps (Santander): surfing sessions every 2–3 days
- Each camp has its own combination depending on the surroundings
The role of the activity leaders
Activity leaders are not just supervisors: they are active participants. They play, dress up and form a team with the children in every activity. The leader–camper relationship is one of the aspects most valued by families at the end of the camp. All activity leaders hold an official qualification in Leisure and Free-Time Work, which guarantees the training required to work with groups of young people.
What children develop
🤝 Social skills
Living alongside strangers, resolving conflicts constructively and making new friends in an environment different from their usual one.
💪 Independence
Managing their daily routine without their parents, taking responsibility for their belongings and making small decisions on their own.
🎯 Resilience
Physical and mental activities that push children out of their comfort zone and show them they are capable of more than they think.
🌱 Values
Respect for others, teamwork, care for the natural environment and a sense of collective responsibility.
Can parents contact their children during the camp?
Yes. Each camp has its own protocol, normally a call every 1–2 days. The aim is for the children to live the experience with independence without feeling disconnected. The activity leaders also inform families if any incident arises.
What happens if a child does not want to take part in an activity?
Activity leaders never force anyone. An alternative is always offered and they work to motivate the child in a positive way. Most children end up joining in when they see the rest of the group enjoying themselves.
How are special needs managed (allergies, diets, medication)?
Before the camp, all medical and dietary information for each child is collected. The kitchen team adapts the menus and activity leaders manage medication. There is a first-aid kit and emergency protocol at every facility.
How many children are there per activity leader?
The usual ratio at our camps is 8–10 children per activity leader. For higher-risk activities (rafting, surfing) the ratio is reduced. In addition to the group leader, there is a general coordinator who oversees the entire camp.
What time do children go to bed at camp?
It depends on the age group and the camp, but generally between 10:30 pm and 11:30 pm. The younger groups (ages 6–9) go to bed earlier. The evening programme takes into account that there are activities the following day.
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