Teen Camp! Camp Greenwoods - Shanghai

Camp Info

What? An awesome Summer Camp experience created just for teens!

Where? Shanghai Sun Island Resort, Qingpu

Who? Teens aged 13 - 15 

How long? 7 Days, 6 Nights

Sessions

August 7 - August 13 (GW Session 8)

Highlights

Shanghai's first authentically North American style overnight Camp.

High ratio of counsellors to campers - 1:4, 1:5. 

Building and supporting a rich and diverse community.

An opportunity for teens to learn about themselves, make a difference in the lives of others and realize their leadership potential.

Breathtaking scenery, outdoor elements, and a mix of PBL projects to learn skills for life.

Our enriched program features brand new choice activities, so there’s something for everyone!

Cabin living with other teenagers in your grade

Truly international - campers & staff from over 30 countries. 

About Camp

Operating in Shanghai since 2017 and now located on Sun Island Resort in Qingpu District (45 minutes from Hongqiao Airport) our Shanghai facility is the epitome of camp.  

Situated on a cosy 200 acres, our Shanghai Camp will be your child’s ideal home away from home.

Indicative of Shanghai, this site is our most international with its incredible staff and campers coming from all over the world. Our top-quality facilities include a climbing wall, high ropes course as well as a zipline, laser tag course, indoor pool, golf courses, horse stables, kayaking area, woodshop, arts centre, multiple sports pitches and much more! 

After setting foot on the property and breathing the fresh air in will you know it is a place where friends become family! 

Our Program

Teen camp is the place for campers to thrive while receiving a clear structure and set of boundaries but enough freedom and flexibility to explore new interests and have the opportunity to step up and take on positions of responsibility.

We believe that teenagers at high school age are looking for summer experiences that will challenge them, provide them with a sense of ownership and an opportunity to make incredible connections. Each experience at Teen Camp is designed to help develop leadership, growth and great memories, all while working towards a shared goal. With this goal in mind, we have elevated each aspect of our program.

Morning activities will have more challenging content, for example, teens can work on the more difficult sides of the climbing tower.  Not only do they have more challenging versions of activities, they also have teen camp exclusive activities to give them a stronger sense of independence.

Our Teen camp electives are brand-new PBL based programs designed to help your teens excel in a variety of avenues including Arts, leadership, sports, and STEM.

Finally, our teen camp evening activities are designed to give them a sense of freedom while safely allowing them to foster strong interpersonal relationships with their peers. Fun times at games night or evening flexes to avoid being bogged down the younger kids. Every aspect of our unique program is to enhance the camp experience by giving our teens a safe space and freedom to make their own choices.

7 Days 6 Nights!

DAY 1

After arriving at camp and getting to know their bunkmates and counsellors (Icebreakers included, Greenwood's style!), campers will be introduced to GW camp spirit at the opening ceremony! 

Here they will learn about what’s in store during the week, as well as camp rules and special events.

Campers during this time also pick their Electives* for the week. Electives are 5 distinct PBL programs. STEM - Pushcart Design Program, Leadership - Leader-in-Training (LIT) Program, Creative writing - Camp Newsletter/Podcast, Sport - Health & Fitness, and Advanced Arts - Personal Art Project.

The first night will be filled with excitement as teen camp will hold its own more age-appropriate campfire.  

Electives

*Electives are a fixed activity students will build on throughout the week, working towards a project to showcase on the last day of camp. Each project in teen camp will have either an impressive physical product or detailed documentation to show their progress. In each class, they will have something to be proud of they can showcase not only at the end of camp but for years to come.

STEM - Pushcart

Ever wanted to be an engineer, design and build a car? With the pushcart program, our campers will get to do just that. They will have full access to the woodshop to plan design and craft their wooden pushcarts. Over the course of the week our teens will learn the principles of design and under our staff supervision bring their imagination into reality. They will learn the meaning of perseverance as their cart will undergo several rounds of test races as they learn to tweak the variables to maximize their speed. Finally culminating on the last day in a race to see whose cart is the fastest! This project will be a mix of engineering and sportsmanship that they won't want to miss.

Leadership Program - Leader-in-Training (LIT)*

Our unique coaching program is designed for those teens with a passion for teaching and the desire to inspire. This program will teach our teens about the importance of planning and designing a lesson with the outcomes in mind. They will learn valuable techniques on how to convey information in a variety of ways and how to ensure their students understand. Beyond the theoretical, they will get hands-on experience assisting our counselors in running activities for our younger campers. Role modelling the skills will give them invaluable practical experience. Thought out the week they will keep a detailed journal of their progress and be ready to present their findings on the final day.

Journalism - Camp Newsletter/ Podcast

Content creation in this day and age is the basis for any social media success. Teens who join this program will learn the ins and outs of writing and editing the camp newsletter and creating their very own podcast. We believe in a free voice so our campers will create the topic of the week and be guided on how to conduct interviews with both campers and staff to get a rich understanding of the story that is a week at camp. Teen will team up with our photography and media team to create a podcast based on their experiences and all those at camp that week.

Arts - Personal art project

Finding one's own form of creative expression is paramount to finding one's voice. Our teens will be given expert instruction and the freedom to improve their artistic talent in a project of their own choice. Our team of artist have 20 years of experience working in pastels, oil paints, sketching, and even digital arts. Teens will have no trouble finding a medium that will allow them to create something truly unique. Our instructors are here to guide our teens as they master new techniques to elevate their artwork. This program is also open to anyone who wants to learn and has the passion to improve.

Sports - Health and Fitness

A strong mind is evident in a strong body. Our professional personal training staff are well versed in nutrition physical management and strength training. We have something for everyone who wants to get stronger or just become more physically able. This program focuses on understanding body mechanics and all the processes that make it work. Our teens will be able to choose from varying daily workouts to intense sports activities accompanied by documenting their stats. They will utilize the scientific method to make hypotheses and determine what are the best options for them to maximize their physical output.

DAY 2

After getting settled in overnight, teens are up and off for their first jam-packed day of activities. After our morning flag raising and announcements, teens go on to pick their  'flexes' (aka individual choice activities) for the evening portion. 

Teen flex is run separately from younger camp. Flex periods are chosen on days 2 & 4 from a list of available activities for that day. Our flex periods are run and inspired by our camp staff and held at nighttime - ever want to play CS in the dark? Now’s your chance! Or how about board games & library time?

DAY 3-5

With over 30 incredible activities on offer, there’s no such thing as a boring day at Greenwoods. We offer activities for teens who love to sing, dance, paint, read, swim, climb, play sports and so much more! We even offer some unique and extraordinary activities that you may have never tried before. Not to mention some exclusive for Teens activities.

Campers will return to their bunks after lunch each day for rest hour where they can hang out with their bunkmates, catch up on summer reading, relax, or have supervised play. 

There will also be a fantastic variety of evening activities such as dance parties, game nights, and much more! *Note* For the evening program, Teen camp and Lower Camp will share an all camp closing campfire. Bedtimes for Teen camp are adjusted to 10 pm lights out.

DAY 6 - The Big Trip!

The big trip!

Teens will get to step away from camp and experience the freedom of the wind in their hair as they learn to sail from expert coaches. They will spend the morning getting familiar with the concepts and skills needed to navigate and effectively sail. In the afternoon they will embark on an exciting voyage around the beautiful Dianshan Lake! 

It will be an adventure they won't soon forget!

DAY 7

All good things must come to an end, and camp is no different. Goodbyes are always tough - for our staff, too! Campers will have their final breakfast with their bunks and prepare for their showcase- a chance to present all of their learnings from the week. 

After the showcase, it’s onto the closing ceremony where acknowledgements are made and final goodbyes are given. Or shall we say, "See you later!" A great end to a great summer experience.

Location

Located on Sun Island Resort in Shanghai’s westernmost district, Qingpu. Our site is 45 minutes from Hongqiao Airport, and approximately 40km from the city center.

Food

We provide three meals per day, served buffet style with a mix of both Chinese and Western delights so there are options for everyone! 

There’s even bacon, eggs, and sausage at breakfast. We provide campers with healthy, balanced meals to fuel their busy days, as well as seasonal fruits and yoghurt. 

For campers with special dietary requirements please let your customer service representative know.

Housing

Camp can support up to 200 campers per session, with rooms outfitted with bunk beds for that communal living experience. Safety and well-being are our top priority at camp, there is no moment that your child is unsupervised. 

Rooms consist of up to 10 campers along with 2-3 counsellors and floors are split by gender. Campers and staff are prohibited from entering opposite floors.

The rooms are spacious, with one bathroom and a communal living area. This gives campers and counsellors the opportunity to interact with each other during rest hours and evening rituals.

Housing and all facilities have 24hr surveillance and the property itself is private and guarded to ensure the safety of all campers and staff.

☑Pre-camp services

1. Exclusive customer service, 1 on 1 Q & A;

2. Camp prep for kids including notes, packing list and tips 

☑In-camp services

1. 16 safety standards & checks, to assure safe experience of each camper;

2. Counselors supervise children at all times;

3. High ratio of staff to campers, ensuring fast reaction time, active communication, and timely solutions for all problems.

4. The camp advocates tolerance, striving to meet needs of all kids and parents;

5. WeChat group for parents, to report in-camp conditions

6. Photo galleries available during summer

☑Post-camp services

1. Record special moments at camp, keep in touch and create a good atmosphere for our campers post camp;

2. Post camp reunion events, and during year events for parents & children. Special discounts for returning campers following season and programs

In case of any conditions mentioned above, YMCE will contact parents accordingly and effectively, and adopt corresponding measures;

In case of force majeure and forces of nature such as typhoon, successive rainfalls and snow, YMCE will respond and handle this actively in time with a  corresponding plan.

Registration Details

Price includes

1. Activity fees: All standard activity fees during the camp. 

2. Accommodation fees: All accommodation fees during camp.

3. Big trip fees

4. Catering fees: The camp provides three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner

5. Transfer Bus Fee: Roundtrip airport shuttle bus to camp, along with Shanghai central pick up/drop off location available. For details confirm with customer service

6. Insurance Premium: RMB 200,000 premium for accidental injuries

7. Camp Shirt

8. Completion Certificate

Price excludes

1. Transportation to/ between cities;

2. Any personal consumption.

How to get to the camp

Independent Arrival: Camp Greenwoods Shanghai - Baidu: 游美（上海）国际营地

Please Note

1. Application for Greenwoods Teen Camp is only applicable to children aged 13-15. If your child is above 15 and interested in camp, please contact a sales representative.

2. No electronic equipment (phones, Ipads, etc) are allowed at camp and shall be temporarily collected until the end of camp.

3. Campers are do not allowed to make phone calls for one time only during the October camp. 

4. Daily updates from the camp will be reported in the family WeChat groups. 

5. No persons are allowed to visit the campers privately during camp.

6. Campers are not encouraged to choose their roommates, no guarantee in placement, please consult your sales representative.

7. No outside snacks / self-prepared food are allowed at camp.

8. For campers who arrive more than 15 minutes late to the bus pick-up point, parents shall be responsible for their arrival at camp.

9. Campers are not encouraged to pre-select their counsellors during camp, no guarantee in placement, please consult your sales representative.

10. There are no clothes washing services provided at camp. Please pack accordingly. 

11. If there are any special requirements for the children during camp, such corresponding information MUST be informed during the application process (e.g summer homework, practising musical instruments, leaving camp early, food restrictions, allergy notices and medical instructions).

12. The camp will try its best to take plenty of photos for each camper, but there is no specific quantity of photos per child assured per day nor per session. 

13. Camp Greenwoods reserves the right to send home poorly behaved children (e.g. bullying, excessive cursing, fighting, etc), with no refund. Campers will be given warnings, chances, and a call home before this action is taken.

Refund Policy

If a camper must withdraw their application more than 7 days prior to camp opening, a full refund will be available.

If a camper must withdraw their application within 3-7 days of camp, 50% of the fees will be returned.

If a camper must withdraw within 3 days of the opening of camp, there will be no refund.

Fapiaos are issued within 1 month of the end of a given camp session

Q

Are cellphones, tablets, headphones and other electronic products allowed during camp for voice or video chat?

A: We intend to create a “tech free” environment at camp to provide children with the opportunity to "sign off", yet "plug in" to those around them. Especially after a period of increased screen time, we trust that a tech free zone is just what our kids need today. All electronics brought to camp will be collected at the beginning of camp and returned to them at the end. Certainly many children will be sent to camp with phones, yet it is important to have a conversation with your child about our electronics policy prior to camp opening.

Q

Are there any washing machines at the camp for the children?

A: No washing machines will be available for children at camp. We strongly advise campers to pack accordingly for their one week stay. Children are free to hand wash items and hang dry. For two weekers we have an overnight weekend where washing machines will be available.

For younger campers it’s suggested that parents should pack daily clothes for children separately, to help them decide what to wear each day.

Q

Can the counselors help tie-up / dry my daughters hair?

A: Children are accompanied by counselors of the same gender in their bunks, and they will help children tie up/dry their hair.

Q

Is there a post-lunch break?

A: Yes, at camp we help find a balance for kids active lifestyle by offering them a 'rest hour' after lunch. Children are welcomed to read, chat, rest, quiet play during their time in their bunks and out of the sun.

Q

Can I get an invoice/fapiao?

A: Yes, please contact your sales representative. Fapiaos are available within 1 month after the given camp session.

Q

Can I send my child deliveries during camp?

A: Yes, if needed, children can receive deliveries during camp, as long as the contents adhere to our camp policies on food, electronics, and more.

Contact Dalli for more information and registration!