YMCA Around the World
The YMCA of Hong Kong is excited to again be offering its International Camping Programmes this year. We are offering NEW Camp opportunities to join in a YMCA experience like no other. The YMCA of Hong Kong Camping Section is working together with YMCAs around the world including the YMCA of Greater Vancouver, Canada, the YMCA of Penang, Malaysia and the Lakeside YMCA National Centre, UK, to make this wonderful camp opportunity possible.
In each camp session, children will be involved in excellent programmes including activities such as waterfront sports, creative arts, environmental programmes, tent camping and evening campfires. They share cabins and participate in the programmes alongside children their own age from all over the World. English is the language of instruction throughout the camp, so your children will also get lots of practice speaking English over the summer. Local Hong Kong staff will lead the campers while traveling to overseas, and share in their experiences while at camp. This programme will help build your child’s confidence, independence and knowledge of other cultures in an experience that will last a lifetime!
Highlights
- Complete English Immersion in Cabin Groups with Mature Native English Speakers
- Building Independence, Confidence, and Personal Character while at Camp
- Real North American and European Camp Experiences
- Open to children Ages 8-14 who want to have the experience to last a lifetime.
- See The World And Experience New Adventures And Learn New Cultures
The Overseas Camp experience looks like this!
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Rad Risers |
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Each camper will have the opportunity to experience an overnight camping trip which may involve canoeing or hiking or a combination of the two. Outtrip duration range from two to three days for younger campers, while older kids will camp out up to four days. Campers and their leaders will work together to pack food and equipment, select campsites, set up tents and cook their own meals. Low impact camping is taught and safety is always a priority.
International Summer Camps
July 18 - August 01 - YMCA Camp Elphinstone (Canada)
Since 1907, Camp Elphinstone has been guiding young people through experiences that have created memories that last a lifetime. Located 1 hour from Vancouver, Camp Elphinstone is surrounded by natural rainforests, quiet creeks, and rocky ocean shoreline. Campers stay in clean, comfortable cabins with other campers of their own age and gender, and participate in a wide variety of traditional camp activities.
Chapman Section (8-11 Years)
While in a cabin group of kids their own age, boys and girls participate in camp programs building teamwork and friendships. Chapman Section programs include canoeing, kayaking, sailing, swimming, archery, tennis, field games, campfires, and 2-3 day out trips.
Dakota Section (12-14 Years)
Campers in the Dakota Section will be given the opportunity to experience all of the activities that Camp Elphinstone has to offer with a balance of personal choice activities and cabin based programs. Cabin activities will be lead by Group Leaders who will guide them through stages of small group development in order to achieve a sense of belonging and community within the section. Activities include sailing, kayaking, canoeing, tennis, hiking, swimming, day outtrips, ultimate frisbee and 3-day outtrips.August 01 - 14 - Lakeside YMCA (UK)
The YMCA National Centre Lakeside is the largest outdoor centre in Europe, set in an area of outstanding beauty in the heart of the English Lake District. They have over 450 acres of private woodland estate boarded by a mile and a half of shoreline onto Lake Windermere. It is considered one of the finest outdoor centres in the world.
The centre has over 50 years of experience of pioneering and delivering quality training and developing programmes to youth and groups. Campers will expect to scale the heights of the Zip wire, take part in paddle sports on the lake, play games like pirates, splat and more! Camper progress in terms of both complexity and challenge. Discoverers can expect to take part in an overnight bivvi, a big run way and plus the King Swing.
4 Different Age Groups:
Activators 8-9 years
Stormbreakers 10-11 years
Trailblazers 12-13 years
Discoverers 14-15 years
August 15 - 28 YMCA Camp Howdy (Canada)
On the Eastern shores of Indian Arm, between the mountains and the seashore, you will find YMCA Camp Howdy. Surrounded by Belcarra Regional Park, it is a secluded, peaceful setting for a memorable camp experience. For over 60 years, Camp Howdy has been dedicated to working with young people in summer camping programs, building positive identity and self esteem. Through sensitive, competent leadership, we ensure that each camper has the opportunity to grow and learn as an individual within a cabin group setting.
Junior Section (6 - 11 years)
A wonderful introduction to summer camping. Counselors help young campers adapt to an unfamiliar environment through individual attention and care. Age-appropriate program activities include arts & crafts, swimming, archery, canoeing, orienteering and voyageur canoeing.
Senior Section (12 - 14 years)
A more structured environment for campers to develop their skills. Possible activities include orienteering, low ropes, rock climbing, kayaking, swimming, canoeing and archery. Our older Senior Campers will have an opportunity to experience an overnight trip on the Indian Arm
Vancouver City Tour
(only available for Camps Howdy and Elphinstone)
Guided by our own YMCA of HK staff, campers will have the opportunity to visit Vancouver’s featured attractions and to taste Canada’s city life. The campers will travel by public transport (bus and Skytrain) to visit Vancouver’s downtown, Chinatown as well as adventurous attractions like Capilano Suspension Bridge and Tree Top Adventure.
International Winter Camps
December 23 - 31 - YMCA of Penang Adventure Camp (Malaysia)
Our newest International Camp takes our campers to the historical Malaysia island of Penang! The YMCA of Penang campsite is an ideal way to spend your Christmas holiday. Our campers will get to experience the heritage of the former British enclave, see the beautiful local attractions and taste the many foods from the cultural mix of Malaysia. After a special Christmas day programme, campers will spend 5 days at the YMCA Adventure Camp, joining in with local kids for holiday fun.
2010 YMCA International & Overseas Camp Information
Date |
Camp Code |
Age |
Capacity |
Member’s Price |
Non-member’s Price |
Enrolment Deadlines |
July 18 - 30 |
PCS 32001 |
8-14 |
20 |
$21,000 |
$22,000 |
June 11, 2010 |
August 1 - 14 |
PCS 32012 |
8-14 |
20 |
$26,000 |
$27,000 |
June 18, 2010 |
August 15 - 28 |
PCS 32003 |
8-14 |
20 |
$21,000 |
$22,000 |
July 02, 2010 |
December 23- 31 |
PCS 42021 |
8-14 |
20 |
$10,000 |
$11,000 |
November 26,2010 |
Enrolment Opens Friday March 19th, 2010
To receive more information, please attend one of our Parent Information Sessions. You will be able to meet our staff who have attended the camp and who are working hard to make this year better than ever. All five information sessions will take place on Friday evenings at the YMCA of Hong Kong in Tsim Sha Tsui between 8:00 pm and 9:00 pm. Please contact the camping office for Reservation at least 3 days before the session.
April 16
April 25
May 07
May 21
June 04
September 24
October 29
November 12
Every enrolled camper must joing our Pre-Camp Meeting 1 week before the beginning of the Camp program. All Pre-Camp Meetings will be held at the YMCA of Hong Kong in Tsim Sha Tsui between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm.
Code |
Pre-Camp Date |
Time |
PCS 32001 |
July 11 (Sunday) |
3:00pm – 5:00 pm |
PCS 32012 |
July 18 (Saturday) |
2:00pm – 4:00 pm |
PCS 32003 |
August 08 (Sunday) |
3:00pm – 5:00 pm |
PCS 42021 |
December 11 (Saturday) |
2:00pm – 4:00 pm |
Camp Fees Include:
- Round Trip Air Fare and Bus Transportation to Camp
- Airport Tax
- Travel Insurance
- All accommodation and meals during the trip
- Pre-Camp Preparation Meeting and Post-Camp Reunion Party
- YMCA of Hong Kong Camp T-Shirt
Camp Fee Does Not Include:
- Passport Application / Visa Fee (No visa required for HK, BNO, US citizens to enter Canada and the UK, China must have visa for Malaysia)
- Airport Baggage Overload Charge
- Personal spending money
- Campers wishing to remain behinds after camp may do so only if confirmed prior to enrolment deadline, additional charges may apply. Please contact the Camping Hotline for arrangement or questions.
Enrolment Details
Both members and non-members can enroll by post or in person. Details are listed on the Enrolment Form, which can be downloaded from www.ymcahk.org.hk/camping .
Please include the following documents when enrolling:
- Enrolment Form
- Payment by credit card, cheque (made payable to “YMCA of Hong Kong) or cash (for counter enrolment only)
- A copy of the participant’s passport, valid for at least 6 months after the departure date.
A self addressed stamped envelope (for postal enrolment only)
Refund Policy
Refund requests must be made in writing with legitimate reason, and received in advance of the camp to be eligible for a refund.
Refund payment is as follows:
60 days before the departure date: 50% of the camp fee reimbursed
45 days before the departure date: 25% of the camp fee reimbursed
30 days before the departure date: 0% of the camp fee reimbursed.
**All group and individual flight details will be finalized 3 weeks prior to departure. All individual requests are subject to administrative fees.
