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BEST SUMMER CAMPS IN GENEVA FOR CHILDREN – SUMMER 2019

by Sarah Scaddan 

FOR OUR BEST 2020 CHILDREN’S SUMMER CAMP LIST CLICK HERE.

Main image courtesy of International Institute de Lancy

Even the most imaginative, inventive child can run out of fun in the 8-10 weeks of summer holiday Geneva schools offer. And the most imaginative, inventive parents can run out of places to go, projects to complete and wine to drink. Shudder. Things to do in Geneva don’t want you to suffer. Here is a comprehensive list of summer camps open for registration in Geneva, with different activities, budget options, ages groups and locations across the Canton. You’re welcome.

CATEGORIES BELOW: 

SPORTS CAMPS

WATER SPORTS

CIRCUS CAMPS

MARTIAL ARTS

MUSIC, DRAMA, DANCE AND ART

BEST EDUCATIONAL CAMPS

LANGUAGE

ARTS AND CRAFTS

INFORMATION, TECHNOLOGY

SPECIAL NEEDS

BEST SPORTS CAMPS

Get your kids off their screens this summer (or at least for one week) and book them into one of the many sports and outdoor activity camps available in Geneva. I hope that you find one that kicks off your kid’s summer adventures.

best children's summer camps in geneva may 2019
best children's summer camps in geneva may 2019

EVERYONE’S FAVOURITE – InterSoccer

If your child loves football – or just fancies the idea of trying for the first time – these bilingual holiday camps are a great place to start. All abilities are welcome, and kids are separated into age groups to practise skills and play games and mini matches. Hot lunches are provided for full day campers, and you can drop off from 8h30 and pick up until 5pm or 6pm in some areas.

WHERE

All over Geneva.

AGES

3-5 years old (mornings only) 5-13 years old (full days)

COST

Full week CHF 525 (age 5-13) CHF 270 (age 3-5). Single days CHF 115 or CHF 60.

MORE INFORMATION 

intersoccer.ch

best summer camps for children geneva

ONE OF THE BEST – Footballissima

(also see Girlissima under Dance)

Footballissima is a football camp for children from 6 to 12. Quality training, lots of fun activities and a delicious hot lunch. Excellent value too.

WHERE

Centre sportif des Evaux, 1213 Onex

COST

CHF295 (bargain)

DATES

1-5 July ; 8-12 July ; 15-19 July ; 5-9 August ; 12-16 August ; 19-23 August

MORE INFO

http://www.footballissima.ch

Best children's camps in Geneva May 2019

THE RESIDENTIAL – Foot Lab, Crans Montana

Experts in technique and personalized to each player, this camp is in the heart of the alps and kids get to stay and a comfortable hotel with evening entertainment.

AGES

8-15 years old

COST

CHF730 for 5 full days and 4 nights

DATES

4 camps during the summer

MORE INFO 

On this site

best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019

BEST NEWCOMER – International Institute de Lancy CAMPZONE

For the first time this year, ILL is offering a bilingual (French and English)  multi-activity CampZone where kids and teens can thrive while having a great time.

The sports offering includes football and basketball and the focus is on skills and training, but above all it’s about the team spirit and friendships that shine. The football classes start at 8.30am till 4pm and the cost include lunch and a snack. The basketball classes are afternoons only.

AGES

7-16

DATES

July 1-5

July 8-12

July 15-19

August 19-23

COST

Football: CHF400 for 5 days – 10% reduction on second camp booked.

Basketball: CHF250 for 5 afternoons.

MORE INFO 

On this site.

OTHER FOOTBALL CAMPS TO CHECK OUT

Benfica, Les Evaux Onex

Servette FC 

West Ham United Foundation Player Soccer School 

Juventus Academy Geneva 

Best summer camps for Children in Geneva May 2019
Best summer camps for Children in Geneva May 2019

BASKET BALL 

QUALITY COACHING – All American Basketball Camp

Only the first two weeks of the July, All American Basketball Camp is 100 percent in English with some legendary coaches and professionals. There is a day camp option or residential. Girls and boy welcome.

WHERE

Bout du Monde, Vessy

AGES

7-19 year olds

COST

CHF500 for full days or CHF595 for overnight campers.

DATES

First two weeks of July.

https://www.basketcamp.ch/index.php/geneva-summer-camp-2018/

THE BUDGET OPTION – Bernex Basketball Tigers Camp

For one week only, this camp runs five full days and places are limited.

AGES

9-16 years olds

WHERE

Bernex

COST

CHF240 for five full days

DATES

19-23 August

MORE INFO

On this site

ALSO CHECK OUT

Lionceaux Basket, Grand Saconnex

best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019

TENNIS CAMPS  

MOST ‘BUDGET’ WE COULD FIND! –

Tennis Club de Carouge

Including a full day’s tennis tuition and matches and a hot lunch in the restaurant, in a leafy part of Carouge.

WHERE

Pinchat, Carouge

DATES

July 1-5;8-12;15-19 August 12-16, 19-23

COST

CHF500 for five full days. CHF180 for a week’s mini tennis (10h30-12h)

AGES

Age 4 upwards

MORE INFO 

http://tenniscarouge.ch/cours-de-tennis/juniors/stage-dete/

 

OTHER TENNIS CAMPS

Tennis Club de Geneve 

Tennis Club Grand Sacconex 

Centre Sportif de Cologny 

Tennis Club Vernier 

My Way Tennis

Tennis Club Veyrier, Grand-Donzel, Veyrier 

best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019

EQUESTRIAN CAMPS  

GET DIRTY AND RUN WILD – Ferme de la Gavotte

So much fun running wild on the farm, riding, swimming and practicing for the final evening spectacle. Sells out quick!

LOCATION 

Grand Lancy

AGES

5-13

DATES

All summer long

COST

CHF 430 including hot lunch

MORE INFO 

OTHER EQUESTRIAN CAMPS TO CHECK OUT

  • Centre Hippique, Russin
  • Refuge de Darwin, Sezenove
  • Centre Equestre de Plans les Ouates 
  • Manege d’Onex
  • Poney Club Presinges 
  • Evordes, Troinex
  • La Gambade, Lacconex
Best summer camps for children in Geneva

BEST SWIMMING AND WATER SPORTS CAMPS 

FOR THE LITTLE ONES – Ecole de Natation de Geneve

DATE

All weeks of summer

WHERE

Varembe

AGES

From 3 years old

COST

CHF125 – 25 minutes per day

MORE INFO

https://www.natation-ecole.ch/cours-de-vacances/

 

BUDGET OPTION – Piscine de Marignac

Expert tuition in the pools of Marignac.

DATES

All weeks of summer

WHERE

Lancy

AGES

From 4 years old

COST

CHF70 per week for a 30 minute lesson a day.

MORE INFO

http://www.lancy-natation.ch/wp/?page_id=775

 

SPEND THE DAY – Geneve Plage et Bains Bleu

Watch your child’s lesson and then spend the day lounging on the banks of the lake at Geneve Plage.

WHERE

Cologny

DATES

Mid May to mid September

HOURS

Book your time

COST

CHF50 for private 30 minute lesson or CHF120 for 5 group lessons.

MORE INFO

https://www.myelementstudio.com/natation

 

ALSO CHECK OUT

Ecole de Natation, Vernets,  

Association de l’Ecole de Natation de Veyrier

Red Whale Swim School

Bains des Paquis.

Best summer camps for children in Geneva

WATER SKI-ING, WAKEBOARD, SAILING AND SCUBA DIVING 

There are fantastic water sport options on Lake Geneva in the summer, too many to detail.

CHECK THESE OUT

  • Scuba Diving in Cologny
  • Societe Nautique de Geneve. 
  • Wake Up
  • Yacht Club de Geneve 
  • Ski Nautique Club de la Perle du Lac
  • The Wakeboard Club
  • Twins Club Versoix 
  • Club Nautique de Versoix 
  • Voile Geneve
  • Tropical
best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019

CIRCUS CAMPS FOR CHILDREN IN GENEVA 

EXCELLENT VALUE 2-week camp at Théâtre-Cirqule

Highly recommended two week Circus camp in Thonex.

DATES

1-12 July

29 July- 9 August

12 August – 23 August

HOURS

9h – 17h30

LOCATION

Thonex

AGES

From 7 years old. 5 – 7 year olds can do half days during 29th July – 9 August stage.

COST

CHF295 for 10 half days or CHF500 for 10 full days

MORE INFO

https://www.cirqule.com

 

KIDS UP CIRCUS 

AGES

From 5 to adolescent

WHERE

Meyrin

DATES

Every week of summer

HOURS

9h – 17h. Half days possible.

COST

CHF500 for full week or CHF300 for half days.

MORE INFO

https://www.kidsup.ch/geneve/stages-vacances

Best summer camps for children in Geneva

MARTIAL ARTS

TEENAGERS WELCOME – MAA Academy

If your kids/teenagers fancy trying a martial art but don’t know which discipline is for them, this MAA Academy camp is perfect. Every day at least two different disciplines are explored (Self-Defense, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, Taekwondo, Judo, Cardio-Boxing) , combined with fun trips to the lake or pool.

AGES

6-17

WHERE

Pâquis

HOURS

9h-17h

COST

CHF400

MORE INFO

https://www.maa-academy.ch/en/internships-camps

 

BUDGET OPTION – Champel Judo Club 

For the first week of July only, Champel Judo Club is organising a sports and activity camp for age 6 upwards. The camp is from 7h30 until 18h00 and cost CHF280. For Geneva that is a total bargain.

https://judochampel.ch/camp-ete-2019-judo-champel/

best summer camps for children 2019
Best children's summer camps Geneva 2019

MULTI-ACTIVITY

BEST FOR TRYING OUT VARIED AND INTERESTING ACTIVITIES AND DAY TRIPS – MSM CAMPS

MSMCamps give your children the opportunity to try out many sports and activities at their own pace in a fantastic atmosphere with attention paid to each child.

These multi-activity camps are a great way to introduce kids to new and exciting activities. For the little ones activities include team games, mini fencing, sledging, a visit to a lama park and older children can have a go at indoor skydiving, kayak, squash, caving, sledging, as well as biathlon, swimming and outings.

Activities are age-appropriate and targeted to each group. Parents receive regular feedback with photos and videos, sometimes even on the same day).

AGES

4-6, 7-19 and 11-16.

WHEN

Camps available throughout the summer – check out website.

Daily enrolment is also possible.

WHERE

Pick-up points are Rive (08h20-17h00), WHO (08h45-17h00) and Nyon (09h00-16h30). 

COST

CHF680 for 5 days – including activities, transport and coaching. Parents must provide a picnic and snacks.

MORE INFO

http://www.msmcamps.com

OTHER SPORTS CAMPS FOR CHILDREN IN GENEVA 

Multi Sports

Rugby 

Field Hockey 

Multisports 

Netball 

Rafting 

Athletics

Gymnastics 

Beach Volley

Artistic Gymnastics

Climbing

Summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019
best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019

BEST MUSIC, DRAMA, DANCE AND MOVEMENT AND ART SUMMER CAMPS FOR CHILDREN IN GENEVA 

MOVEMENT

OUR FAVOURITE – Gymboree

Gymboree Play & Music offers holiday camps for 3, 4 and 5 year olds every morning Monday to Friday over  the summer holidays. Gymboree encourages development through play and learning and uses problem-solving games, songs and storytelling to stretch the body and mind.  Your child will love it! You can book for the week or pick and choose the mornings you want.

AGES

3, 4 & 5 years

DATES

1st of July to 30th of August

HOURS

Mornings 8h30-12h

WHERE

23 rue Sonnex, Grand-Saconnex

COST

CHF 69 per morning or CHF 330 week

MORE INFO

www.gymboreeclasses.ch

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HALF-DAY MORNING CAMP IN ENGLISH

Play. Learn. Explore. Enjoy. – Great for younger ones.

Set in the lush countryside village of Choulex just 20 mins from central Geneva, this half day morning camp offers fun-filled activities in English. The young campers learn and practice English with art, craft, outdoor games, songs, storytelling, drama, nature walks and more. Weekly themes and activities are created around nature and the environment .

A small camp (maximum 10) designed to give attention and guidance to each learner. The focus is on child-centered teaching methods and on building children’s confidence in communicating in English.

WHERE

Domaine de Crève Coeur, CH-1244 Choulex (Genève)

AGES

4 – 10

WHEN

1 to 26 July, Mondays to Fridays

8:30 to 12:00

Children can arrive between 8:30 and 9.00.

Activities start at 9:00

Mid morning snack at 10:30

Children to be collected between 11:30 and 12:00

COST       

CHF200 for 5 half days ( Mondays to Fridays) Includes all craft materials and a mid morning snack.

MORE INFO

Donna Clarke, Certified English teacher: mobile 079 842 55 92

email eslteacher.donna@gmail.com

Best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019

DRUMMING WORKSHOP – drum.ch

Dive into the world of drumming with these rocking summer courses. Meet other aspiring drummers and have a blast making great music.

AGES

8-15

HOURS

9h30-12h

DATES

1 – 5 July or 8 – 12 July

WHERE
Chêne Bougeries

COST

CHF280

MORE INFO

http://www.drum.ch/en/school/stages/

best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019

ANYONE FOR OPERA? – Piccolo Opera

From 3 year upwards, practice for an opera performance on the final day of the stage.

COST

CHF300 for half day and CHF580 for full day.

HOURS

9h00-17h00

DATES

Stage 1 : Mary Poppins   01 – 05 July 2019 – FULL

Stage 2 : Peter Pan 08 – 12 July 2019

Stage 3 : Fiddler on the roof 12 – 16 August 2019

Stage 4 : The Sound of Music 19 – 23 August 2019

MORE INFO

https://espace-opera.ch/cours-et-stages/stages/

 

BEST FOR YOGIS – Espace Colibri

Espace Colibri runs courses all summer long that include periods of yoga, meditation and relaxation. On 1-5th July the theme is music and 4-10 year olds can enjoy a varied programme of musical education and fun.

DATES

Every week from 1 July to 16 August (different themes each week)

HOURS

8h30-17h00 for full day, half day 8h30-12h or 13h30-17h00.

COST

CHF495 for one week or CHF110 a day.

MORE INFO

https://www.espace-colibri.ch/stage-musique/

ALSO CHECK OUT

https://www.labulledair.ch/centres-aeres-artistiques/

https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/summer-experiences/summer-performing-arts-with-juilliard-geneva 

Music Together 

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BEST DRAMA CAMPS FOR CHILDREN 

NEW THIS YEAR – Musical Theatre at Ecolint

Ecolint holds many introduction to theatre summer courses on both the left bank and in the canton of Vaud. This year there is a new Musical Theatre camp, run by UpStage Musical Productions from the UK.

AGES

5-13

DATES

8-12 July for Musical Theatre. Introduction to Theatre courses run all summer long.

WHERE
Chêne Bougeries
COST

CHF595 including hot lunch.

MORE INFO 

https://www.ecolint-camps.ch

EXPERT TUITION at Simply Theatre.

Simply Theatre leads the way for English speaking theatre tuition in Geneva. Their summer courses include musical theatre, technical theatre and acting skills.

AGES

From 5 – 17 years old, a full week course costs CHF595

MORE INFO

https://www.simplytheatre.com/academy/courses/summer-camps/

ALSO CHECK OUT

https://www.acmgeneve.ch/academie-comedie-musicale-geneve-stages-danse-chant-theatre/

Best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019

BEST DANCE (AND MULTI-ACTIVITY) CAMPS FOR CHILDREN IN GENEVA 

ONLY GIRLS ALLOWED – Girlissima

A multi-activity girlie camp in Evaux with emphasis on dance and choreography, circus, sport and arts and crafts.

HOURS

9h – 17h (early drop off and late pick up available)

AGES

6-12

DATES

15-19 July, 5-9 August, 12-16 August and 19-23 August

WHERE

Onex

COST

CHF295

MORE INFO

http://www.girlissima.ch

 

BEST FOR BREAK DANCE BATTLES – The Get Down Dance School

Two weeks of hip hop and breakdance summer camps at the beginning of July.

DATES

1-5 July and 8-12 July

WHERE
Les Charmilles (week 1) and Cornavin (week 2)
HOURS

9h15-18h

COST

CHF500 for a week

MORE INFO 

https://www.breakdance-geneve.ch/camps-de-breakdance

 

BEST CHOICE OF DANCE GENRES – Dance Area

Classical, tap, modern, musical theatre and jazz are all available at Dance Area.

WHEREStand
AGES

7-16

HOURS

9h30-17h

DATES

1-5 July, 12-16 August and 19-23 August

COST

CHF400 for a week

https://dancearea.ch/pdf/StagesEte2019-site.pdf

 

DANCE AND WATER FUN – Yatouland

Groove Connection have teamed up with Yatouland Aquatique Park to offer a camp of urban dance combined with some slippery fun.

DATES

Every week in July

AGES

5-12

WHERE

Acacias

COST

CHF400

MORE INFO 

https://www.grooveconnexion.com

 

Also check out http://www.latelierdanse.com

best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019
best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019

BEST NEWCOMER – International Institute de Lancy CAMPZONE

IIL is revamping their summer offer with CampZone : bilingual (French and English) ,  multi-activity camps where kids and teens can thrive while having a great time.

The offering includes sports camps, day camps, theme camps and summer classes.

The sports offering is football and basketball.

Day camps offer a wide range of creative activities, including:

Beach, Explorer and Discover Nature

Photography and film

Sketching

Woodwork

Urban dance

Jurassic brick land

Creating with Artbots

Mobile app coding

Space adventures

Mindstorms® EV3 Robotic Camp

STEAM creations

Children can offer for multi-activity days or one theme for the whole week.

SUMMER CLASSES – focus on supporting and enhancing each child’s learning in a small class with one-on-one intervention.

Maths revision, English writing and French booster classes.  Receive a 20% reduction on summer classes by combining lunch and an afternoon activity (sport or theme camp)!

AGES

Varied ages – check out the individual camps.

DATES

Dates vary according to different camps – check individual camps.

COST

Prices differ according to activities, but for example 5 morning summer classes cost CHF400 – check out website for more info.

Theme classes start from CHF250 for 5 half days of Urban Dancing.

MORE INFO 

On this site.

best children's summer camps in Geneva May 2019

BEST EDUCATIONAL CAMPS FOR CHILDREN IN GENEVA 

Summer is no excuse to stop learning. Geneva offers some excellent information technology camps for the budding programmer/gamer and some educational options that even teenagers will approve of.

LANGUAGE SCHOOLS

BEST CAMP FOR TEENS!  ENGLISH LESSONS – Key English School

Key English School is introducing a camp for teenagers this year – hurray! Teen camps are scarce in Geneva. We love this initiative.

Choose one or two weeks, half day or full day, at Key English School this summer everything is allowed. In the morning it’s possible to revise English or prepare for the Cambridge English A2 or B1 examinations. Classes are small to maximise learning. Outdoor activities are run in the afternoon to help students get to know each other better, manage stress, practice mindfulness and improve concentration, all tools that will serve them well in life. There are also workshops on how to create your own website (in English of course).

For the younger student, camps for 4-10 year olds are run all summer long in Genthod, Châteleine, Corsier, Meyrin and in Vessy.

AGES

11-14  years

WHERE

Near Gare Cornavin

HOURS

9h – 16h30

DATES

1-5 July and 8-12 July

COST

CHF700 for one week of morning and afternoon activities.

 MORE INFO 

On this website.

DYNAMIC LEARNING – For Anglophone children in the French system

Dynamic Learning offers a supplementary education in English, for Anglophone children living in Geneva. Their summer programme exists to continue their learning as well as offering lots of opportunities for fun.

WHERE
Thonex
AGES

3-12

DATES

First three weeks of July

HOURS

9h – 15h30

COST

CHF550

MORE INFO

https://www.dynamic-learning.ch/course/summer

 

BRUSH UP ON FRENCH at Ecole Töppfer

For non-native French speakers, Ecole Töppfer offers mornings of lessons and afternoons of fun activities with other international children. It is possible to board too.

WHERE

Florissant

AGES

9-17

HOURS

9 – 18h

DATES

8th – 26th July. Can choose 1, 2 or 3 weeks

COST

CHF520 for one week of half days or CHF870 for one full week.

MORE INFO 

On this site.

ALSO CHECK OUT: 

Bell English School

Spell Languages

best children's camps in Geneva May 2019

PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO WORKSHOPS – July 1st- 5th

Webster University Geneva offers ‘Beginner’ and ‘Advanced’ Photography and Video workshops. Participants aged 12 – 16 are immersed in the art and craft of still and video imagery. Students will be introduced to the theory and tools necessary to capture powerful visuals and will be provided with skills to refine images through digital post-production.

AGES

12-16

WHERE

Webster University in Bellevue

WHEN

Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 16:00
655 CHF for the week (lunch included)

Full details and registration at:  http://www.webster.ch/summerworkshops/

best summer camps for children in Geneva May 2019

ARTS AND CRAFTS 

LEARN TO DRAW MANGA – Atelier du Square

A half day course Manga drawing course, including all materials and expert tuition.

DATES

2-5 July and 15-19 July

AGES

From 7 years old

Hours: 14h-17h

WHERE

Rue des Alpes (near Quai des Bergues)

COST

CHF225 for four days or CHF65 for one day.

MORE INFO 

On this site. 

 

POTTERY FOR CHILDREN – Annick Berclaz

Artistic activities accessible to all, original creations, animals, bowls, boxes, piggy banks, teapots, vases and lights … inspired by the theme of the week.

DATES   

1-5 July

8-12 July

15-19 July

12-18 August

19-23 August

HOURS

8h30 – 17h30

AGES

From 5 years old

WHERE

Saint Jean

PRICE

CHF500 for full days of CHF250 for half days

MORE INFO

On this site. 

 

CERAMICS WORKSHOP – Atelier Terraterre

A satisfying and fun medium for children to work in, Terraterre offer afternoon sessions in small groups with materials included.

DATES

First three weeks of July. Courses do not run on Wednesdays.

WHERE

Les Grottes

HOURS

14h00-17h00

AGES

Over 6 years old

COST

CHF250 for four days

MORE INFO

​https://www.terraterre.ch/stages

 

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ILL Camp Zone for French, Maths and Creative writing

BG World 

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http://pottery.histoiredeterre.ch/Children-workshop.html

http://ateliersaintloup.ch

https://laac.l-association.ch/nos-activites/

http://www.veronicart.ch/stages/index.php

Cooking at Safran Cuisine 

summer camps for children in Geneva
summer camps for children in Geneva

INFORMATION, TECHNOLOGY & LEGO®

Embrace the inner geek in your child, whilst setting them up to become champions of their future. These to me are the most fascinating camps available, especially as I don’t understand what half of them are about.

 

LEGO® MODELLING AT Bricks 4 Kidz

Bilingual camp with creative games and challenges to boost creativity and team spirit. 
At Bricks 4 Kidz®, we learn, we build, we play with LEGO® bricks!
Your child will get to build exciting and unique models, including the technic and motorized ones, in line with themes such as Bricks Olympics, Amazing Animals, Stop Motion Movie Making, Super Heroes, Pirates and Mermaids Quest etc..

WHERE

2 camp venues:
Versoix: on Geneva English School Campus (Route de Malagny 36, 1294 Genthod)
Meyrin: on Swedish International School Of Geneva Campus (Esplanade des Récréations 9, 1217 Meyrin)
AGES
From 5 to 12 years old

DATES

July and August

HOURS

 9am to 4.30pm with welcoming service from 8am and custody option between 4.30 and 6pm.

COST

Flexible enrolment: week (640.-CHF), day (140.-CHF) or half-day (78.-CHF) with special prices for brotherhoods.

WEB SITE

https://www.bricks4kidz.ch/geneve-rive-droite/program/camps/?lang=en

 

 

ROBOTICS, YOUTUBE & FILM MAKING, DIGITAL ART AND 3D PRINTING AND GAME DEVELOPMENT – Step Academy

At Step Academy children explore and develop their skills in the world of technology with the help of experienced tutors and modern, relevant programmes. There’s a vast amount of choice such as Virtual Reality & 3D-Printing with Tinkercad, Video Production and Special Effects with Blender, 2D-Games on Construct3. Eh?

DATES

A different camp to choose from all 9 weeks of the summer holidays.

COST

CHF600

HOURS

9-18h

WHERE

Close to Varembe

AGES

6-15

More info

On this site. 

ROBOTICS, CODING AND APP DEVELOPMENT – Future Kids

Three weeks of camps available. You can choose from a morning or an afternoon camp or stay for lunch and combine two. Options include robotics, learn code with Minecraft, create your game with Unreal, my first 3D Video game and development of smartphone applications.

DATES

1-5 July, 8-13 July, 19-24 August

AGES

5-16

HOURS

9h-12h and 14h-17h. Lunchtime supervision available.

COST

CHF335 per week for a half day or 620chf for a full day.

WHERE

Petit Lancy (Florimont)

MORE INFO

https://futurekids.io/stages-vacances

 

FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS  

LAST BUT NOT LEAST – ASK All Special Kids Camp

ASK Bilingual Camp is an inclusive summer programme, dedicated to offering a special haven for children and young adults who have Learning Differences and Special Educational Needs. The fully integrated programme allows children to develop their social skills, creativity and learning through fun games and activities, which are structured according to age and their skill level. Their highly qualified staff include psychologists, experienced specialist teachers, counsellors, speech therapists, ABA therapists, art therapist, music therapist and a nurse.

WHERE

Lancy

DATES

July 8th to 12th
July 15th to 19th
July 22nd to 26th
July 29th to August 2nd

HOURS

9h – 17h

AGES

5-24

MORE INFO

For further information and cost details email camps@allspecialkids.org.

On this site. 

 

Please do send details of any other camps you come across not on this list so that we can keep this resource current.

At the time of writing, there were places available on all courses.

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