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So, you're thinking about sending your child to summer camp. Well, they're in for a treat! There are many benefits of summer camp for kids, and probably more than you think.
Of course, they're one of the most fun camp experiences a child can have, leaving them wanting to come back all the time, but they also help build their character and boost a range of life skills to the next level. So what are you waiting for? Let's get cracking!
Top benefits of summer camp
Here are some of the biggest benefits of summer camp, and we're sure you'll see your child's development in some of these areas without them even realising. It's just too much fun!
Builds confidence
One of the greatest benefits of a summer overnight camp is how they significantly build children's confidence. As they interact with other children they don't know and take part in a range of thrilling activities, they begin to challenge themselves in many different areas. They might get involved with games and activities that they weren't so sure about. But it's the taking part that counts!
Better yet, they'll grow in confidence knowing that they've overcome tasks and challenges, helping them to believe in themselves in other similar activities.
There are many psychological benefits of a summer camp. An increased sense of confidence is just one of many they can benefit from a camp experience.
Develops independence
There are tons of benefits of a sleepaway camp when it comes to developing independence. Your little ones are growing up, and sleepaway camps are a great way to start introducing those short stays away from parents. With the comfort of our incredible team at PGL being on hand for any issues, and their new friends, they'll (hopefully) sleep like babies. They'll need the energy for another action-packed day!
Camps like these could also help your children make their own decisions, which they might not have done if you were there. Whether that's what they're going to eat, drink, or even activities they're going to join in with.
Socialise with others
Summer camps make for the perfect opportunity to make new friends and socialise with others. At PGL, children are split into age-specific groups to make it easier for them to make friends and develop their social skills. As they take on challenges with and against each other, their relationships build over the time they're here, and they might even leave with new best friends! How does that sound?
Physical activity
Children just love a runaround. Well, what better place than at a summer camp? It's non-stop adventures and activities with us at PGL. From sports to challenges and a whole lot more, physical activity is incorporated into almost every area of our on-site activities. Your children will certainly get their daily dose of exercise!
If your children are a big fan of sports then we have the facilities available to support them playing football, netball and a wide range of sports.
Educational
Even though it's summer, the learning never stops. Your children will learn all about the activities they're taking part in, find out more about nature and their surroundings. Summer camps are an amazing way for youngsters to build their understanding of the environment while having a thrilling experience making the most of the great outdoors. What better time than the summer, eh?
Learn new skills
Your children will also develop a range of skills that are useful back home and at school. Teamwork, leadership, and communication skills just to name a few. At PGL, our activities are designed specifically to build on skills like these and many more, because we know the importance of helping children grow in these ways.
Adventure and excitement!
We've kept the best until last. How can we forget? The biggest and best benefit has to be how fun, thrilling, adventurous and utterly fantastic summer camps are! With PGL, your children's schedule says fun, fun, and more fun! Okay, maybe not exactly, but you get the gist.
With all these benefits of a summer camp it’s easy to see why we’re one of the top UK sleepaway camp providers. We're all about putting a smile on your little one's face, and we love to see them having the best time! With an array of activities and adventures to try, your children will never get bored!
Give your kids the time of their lives today!
At PGL, we have a range of adventure-filled summer camps open from June to August. Our camps have been running for over 66 years! So, we know a thing or two about adventure. You can also browse all of our children’s activity holidays here.
We also have plenty of other camps running throughout the school holidays. So, get in touch with our friendly and experienced team today to see how we can help. It's never too late to book!