Choose Ideal Alexandria Camps

Choose ideal Alexandria camps at 2013 Summer Camp Fair 

Alexandria summer camps have loyal patrons over the years and they have a wide range of camps organized by the schools in the city. However the  Alexandria 2013 Summer Camp Fair would be an eye opener with the entire gamut of fairs displayed that makes choice easy. And interaction at the fair would encourage parents and campers the fitting camp or camps that could take care of the, otherwise boring after school hours.

The fair would house nearly 50 or more summer camps and would be held at the T C Williams High School at the King Street. The said event shall be on Feb 20 between 5.30 pm – 8 pm. This would help the child understand about the camp ranges which include details about the camp directors, timings, schedules, special attractions and venues.

Year after year this fair had been a vital event, especially for the parents and helped them take a right decision. Summer camps are a part of the rich American tradition, since centuries. They have had a tremendous effect on the camper who comes back year after year, longing for more.

Alexandria Summer fairs give the first impression about the Summer Camps that shall commence in July while taking care of kids, teens and girls during summers. Engrossing them with innovate strategies while entertaining and educating the campers.

Mah Kee Nac Summer Camps For Fun

Mah-Kee-Nac summer camps are located on the picturesque Stock-bridge Bowl Lake in Massachusetts. The venue near Boston is an ideal Summer Camp for boys of ages 7 to 14 years. With almost eight decades of experience in organizing, the Berkshire mountains camp is most loved by boys who make a repeated entry in summers.

For the daring boys, the sessions specially include extreme sports, water sports, roller hockey, zip line  and out door adventures.

On the other hand, for the sports aspiring campers, there are sessions of swimming, kayaking, baseball, basketball, soccer and tennis. For the arts lovers the sessions include music and preforming arts.

Mah-Kee-Nac summer camps have over the periods devised a perfect curriculum that is sure to interest the campers. The organizers take it as a challenge to quench everyone's need, with pleasing attitude and attracting them to come back year-after-year. Teamwork, leadership and friendship are well knit over the camp's power packed sessions.

The Gift of Friendship

Summer Camp: The Gift of Friendship

Overnight summer camp teaches skills in a variety of disciplines - sports, arts, nature and the like. However, the enduring value of summer camp is not the skills that it teaches, but the values and traits of character that it imparts. A Summer Camp experience teaches children to work together more cooperatively, resolve conflicts, assume responsibility, and develop self-reliance and self-confidence.

Parents of kids and teens with special needs may be reluctant to send their children to sleep-away camp. Yet, these children – specifically those who struggle socially – stand to benefit the most from the right camp experience. More than anything, great camps teach socialization skills. Overnight camp is an environment in which children learn about living, working, and playing together in a supportive community. Many children form their fondest memories and their deepest friendships at camp.

Of course, not every camp is equipped to address the specific needs of every child. Finding the right camp is paramount to a successful experience. Here are some suggestions for navigating the process.


Selecting a Summer Camp for Your Child

The first step should be to discuss the process as a family. Make sure you and your child are on the same page. It’s never a good idea for him/her to find a brochure in the mail before you’ve talked about camp!

Questions to ask yourself and your family:

1. What is on my "must-have" list? (e.g. certain program offerings, minimum session length, …)
2. Will my child "regress" without certain interventions?
3. What type of environment is necessary for my child to make progress in his social/emotional/educational development?
4. Is my child prepared to live in a more independent way?
5. What kind of support does my child need to be successful?
6. What are my goals in sending my child to camp?
7. How important is it to me what the other campers are like? How similar to my child do they have to be in order for him/her to fit in well?

You’re now ready to do some research. Use the American Camp Association, the Web or resources within your community to identify potential camps. Request and review camp websites and brochures.


Next, speak with the camp directors. These are the people who will have ultimate responsibility for your child’s well-being. You should feel comfortable enough to speak candidly with them about your family. Most of all, they should understand your child’s needs and be passionate about changing the lives of young people!

Questions to ask the camp directors:

1. What is the camper to staff ratio? How many staff members and campers live in each bunk?
2. How do you recruit and train the staff? What are your basic requirements for age and related experience?
3. What are the living accommodations? Will there be enough space to accommodate my child’s needs?
4. What can you tell me to confirm that you really understand my child’s special needs?
5. What is the application process?
6. Are you willing to meet me and my family?
7. Tell me about how you got involved with this camp?
8. How will you help prepare my child (and me) for camp before the summer?
9. How will the directors and staff communicate with me while my child is at camp?
10. Is there flexibility in the camp program to accommodate a challenging day or a need that my child has?
11. How much structure and choice are built into daily activities?

The camp experience is an incredible gift to give your child. You’re now well on your way to finding the camp that’s the best fit for your camper!

-- Debbie and Eric Sasson



Debbie and Eric are the directors of Camp Akeela, a co-ed, overnight camp in Vermont. Debbie has a Masters in School Counseling and a doctorate in Clinical Psychology; Eric has a Masters in Education from Harvard University. Within a well-rounded, traditional camp program, Akeela is a small, supportive community that helps campers improve their social skills. Akeela focuses on building a community in which campers feel great about themselves, make friends, try new things and have fun! For more information about Camp Akeela, see www.campakeela.com or call Debbie and Eric at 866-680-4744.

Shaolin Summer Camps

Shaolin Summer camps for self defense

Self defense not only gears up body, in case of adverse situation but also trains one's mind to stay in control. The fundamentals of any martial art form develops patience, agility and self esteem.

For all those fitness freaks and martial arts enthusiasts, Shaolin Summer camps organize a summer camp annually to learn the basics of the Gongfu (Kung Fu) Taiji Quan (Tai Chi) and Qigong (Chi Kung).

The historical martial arts had been brought to the New York city by the 34th Generation Shaolin Temple Warrior Monk, Shi Yan Ming in 1994. USA Shaolin Temple organizes this camp for the benefit of the campers to understand what is meant by self defense. 

However the nuances are taught round the year at their center and at their branches in Austria, Mexico, South Africa, Chile, Trinidad and Tobago and Argentina. The trainers at the center guide the students through the Chan philosophy. The Chan tradition has a rich heritage. It was founded by Bodhidharma (Putidamo) in 527.

The center adopts the core Chan philosophy 'mind to mind' and 'heart to heart' and trains the students who hail from various ethnicity. Nevertheless, if stretching out, the Shaolin way this summer, is on your agenda, then try this one that is sure help you in self control.