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Embark on a summer adventure with WellSpring GPS theme! This summer, you'll be the captain of your own journey, navigating exciting "stops" filled with fun activities and challenges. Each week offers a chance to explore interests, make smart choices, embrace the unknown, and ultimately grow as a person. But the adventure doesn't end there! Throughout the summer, you will encounter nine unique "stops" that will help you Navigate your World. You'll build your team spirit, unlock your creativity, become a money expert, and discover so much more! With WellSpring GPS theme, the journey itself is an incredible opportunity for exploration, learning, and making unforgettable memories

Weeks Brief

Dear parents,

We're so excited to welcome your children to camp this summer! Below, you'll find an explanation of the eight weeks we've prepared:

Week 1: Alarm ON

This week at camp, we'll blast off on a time management adventure!

Get ready to:

 Seize the moment: Learn to make the most of every opportunity.

Become proactive: Don't wait for chances, create your own!

 Master your time: Discover efficient ways to reach your goals, just like a GPS!

Time management isn't just a skill, it's a mindset!

We'll empower you to become the driver of your own destiny and chase your dreams.

Week 2: Connect

This week, we're all about building strong bonds and navigating relationships! Just like a GPS, good friends Make the journey smoother, Supportive relationships help us through life's challenges, Guide us through twists and turns, We learn from and grow with each other.

Get ready for:

 Interactive workshops: Learn communication skills and build empathy.

 Fun activities: Connect and bond with your fellow campers & Make lasting friendships

Join us and build your GPS Squad!

Week 3: Tech Wonders

The digital world is vast, but with the right skills, you can navigate it like a pro. Get ready to:

Unlock the potential & Discover the amazing things technology can do.

 Be a responsible explorer: Learn to use tech wisely and safely.

Think critically: Make informed decisions in your digital interactions.

At GPS Camp, we'll equip you with the skills to:

 Thrive in the digital world

 Become a responsible tech user

 Explore the endless possibilities

Join us and become a Tech Explorer!

Week 4: Money Matters

This week, we're unlocking the secrets to saving, spending, and succeeding! Get ready to:

 Master your money: Learn how to budget, save, and make smart choices.'

 Unleash your inner entrepreneur: Explore ways to earn and manage your own finances.

 Become a responsible spender: Discover the difference between needs and wants.

Money is a powerful tool, and at GPS Camp, we'll teach you how to use it wisely!

Week 5: Master Your Choice.

This week, we're all about mastering your decisions!

Just like a GPS helps you choose the best route, we'll teach you how to:

 Weigh your options: Think critically before making a choice.

 Solve problems: Find creative solutions to any challenge.

 Navigate your future: Make decisions with confidence.

We'll empower you to: Become a confident decision-maker Take charge of your future Embrace challenges with a proactive mindset

Join us and unlock the power of choice! 

Week 6: Mapping Traditions.

This week, our GPS takes us on a journey to Egypt! Get ready to:

 Unravel cultural mysteries: Learn about traditions, symbols, and ways of life.

 Expand your horizons: Celebrate the beauty of diversity and appreciate different perspectives.

Through exciting activities, you'll:

 Discover the power of cultural understanding: Learn to appreciate and respect different customs.

 Embark on a culinary adventure: Explore delicious Egyptian food and clothing styles.

At GPS Camp, we'll open your eyes to the wonders of Egypt and equip you with valuable life skills! 

Week 7: I FIT.

This week, we're on a mission to feel good from the inside out! Get ready to:

 Fuel your body and mind: Explore healthy habits through fun activities.

 Unleash your inner athlete: Get active with exciting outdoor games.

 Discover your creative spark: Express yourself through arts and crafts.

We believe in a holistic approach to well-being, focusing on

 Physical fitness: Staying active and healthy.

 Mental wellness: Learning to relax and manage stress.

 Cognitive development: Sharpening your mind and exploring new ideas.

At GPS Camp, we'll help you build a strong foundation for lifelong health and happiness!

Week 8: Earth Go Green.

This week, we're suiting up as Eco-Explorers! Get ready to:  Discover the wonders of nature: Explore the amazing world around us.  Become an earth protector: Learn how to care for our environment.  Make a difference: Take action for a sustainable future. At GPS Camp, we'll teach you how to:

 Reduce your impact: Learn simple ways to be eco-friendly.

 Become a voice for change: Spread awareness and inspire others.

 Be a responsible citizen of the Earth! Join us and embark on an exciting journey to protect our planet

Locations for Summer Day Camps:

locations in New Cairo :

Metropolitan International School

Narmer American College

Location in 6 Of October :

El Alsson International School - New Giza

Day Camps Fees :

Regular fees:

• 2900 EGP for new Cairo
• 3000 EGP for New Giza
• 2350 EGP for weeks 1,2 & 4 ( Metropolitan )
• 2400 EGP for weeks 1,2 & 4 ( Al Alsson)

Price may increase

* 150 EGP Registration fees ( paid once )

Camp Extras:

• Camp Meals /week : 650 EGP (Protein - carbs - salad - desert) Price may increase
• Camp Photos: 100 EGP
• Late Checkout/ week: 1100 EGP Not available for West location
• Late Checkout Daily rate :100 EGP every 30 mins.

Payment Methods:

You Can register and Pay through:

• Our Website: https://wellspringegypt.com/
• iOS/ Android Mobile Application.
• In Cash or Bank Card at the Office.
• Bank Transfer.

all offers are limited and guaranteed upon payment 

Important Notes:

• Camps will be closed upon capacity.
• If the camper needs special care, parents must provide a shadow teacher.
• No nannies service is provided at Wellspring camps. All children enrolled in our Junior Camp must be fully toilet trained.
• Our staff age is of a minimum of 16 years old, supervised by leadership & management team

Safety Measurements

• Campers Moving Around: Campers are always supervised by their leader and never move around the campsite alone.
• Food Allergies: To ensure the safety of all campers, please notify us of any food allergies before camp. While we strive to accommodate special dietary needs, some requests may fall outside our capabilities.
• Medical Conditions: It's important to inform us of any medical conditions your child has before camp starts. This allows our team to be prepared and provide the best possible care.
• Medical Care: A dedicated medical professional is always available on-site throughout camp to address any health concerns
• Emergency Procedures: In the event of an emergency, the camp manager and medical representative will work together to contact parents and explain the situation.
• Water Breaks: Campers receive regular water breaks throughout the day to ensure they stay hydrated.
• Security cameras according to availability in venue, are usually in place to monitor various areas, although it should be noted that not all areas are under surveillance. In the event of an incident requiring access to recorded footage, the location will provide the available data if it has been recorded. WellSpring is not to be held responsible for any unrecorded incident

YOUR GUIDE TO OUR SUMMER OVERNIGHT CAMPS, EXPLORE DIFFERENT CAMP THEMES, DATES, FEES, LOCATIONS & PAYMENT METHODS

YDP For a better world :

Our Youth Development Program offers an unparalleled experience where campers forge memories, friendships, and skills. This year, we're taking it up a notch by empowering them to support humanitarian causes, fostering social responsibility, independence, and social entrepreneurship. Through collaborative problem-solving and meaningful partnerships, campers will address pressing global or local issues, making a tangible difference in the world. Join us for a journey of personal growth and extended global impact!

Dates:

Age 14-17

YDP for a better world 1: 2-6 July

YDP for a better world 3: 16-20 July

Age 11-14

YDP for a better world 2: 9-13 July

YDP for a better world 4: 30 July- 3 August

Camp fees:

10,650 EGP/ camp

Price Includes 3 meals per day & transportation

Price may increase

Boca overnight Camp

Get ready for epic fun and unforgettable memories because your child's unforgettable summer adventure starts here at Boca Camp!

Build new skills, make lifelong friendships, and discover hidden talents in a safe and supportive environment.

Age 11-14

Dates:

Connect Camp: 6-9 July

Just like a GPS, good friends Make the journey smoother, Supportive relationships help us through life's challenges,guide us through twists and turns, We learn from and grow with each other. Get ready for Interactive workshops: Learn communication skills and build empathy. Fun activities: Connect and bond with your fellow campers & Make lasting friendships

Teck Wonders Camp: 13-16 July

The digital world is vast, but with the right skills, you can navigate it like a pro. Get ready to Unlock the potential & Discover the amazing things technology can do. Be a responsible explorer: Learn to use tech wisely and safely. Think critically: Make informed decisions in your digital interactions.

Money Matters Camp: 3-6 August

Get ready to Master your money: Learn how to budget, save, and make smart choices. Unleash your inner entrepreneur: Explore ways to earn and manage your own finances. Become a responsible spender: Discover the difference between needs and wants. Money is a powerful tool, and at GPS Camp, we'll teach you how to use it wisely!

I FIT Camp: 10-13 August

Get ready to Fuel your body and mind: Explore healthy habits through fun activities. Unleash your inner athlete: Get active with exciting outdoor games. Discover your creative spark: Express yourself through arts and crafts. We believe in a holistic approach to well-being,

Camp fees:

9,100 EGP/ camp

Price Includes 3 meals per day & transportation

Price may increase

Stay tuned for ICITY overnight camps .

Details will be announced very soon.

Payment Methods:

You Can register and Pay through:

• Our Website: https://wellspringegypt.com/
• iOS/ Android Mobile Application.
• In Cash or Bank Card at the Office.
• Bank Transfer.

All offers are limited and guaranteed upon payment 

Safety Measurements

• Campers Moving Around: Campers are always supervised by their leader and never move around the campsite alone.
• Food Allergies: To ensure the safety of all campers, please notify us of any food allergies before camp. While we strive to accommodate special dietary needs, some requests may fall outside our capabilities.
• Medical Conditions: It's important to inform us of any medical conditions your child has before camp starts. This allows our team to be prepared and provide the best possible care.
• Medical Care: A dedicated medical professional is always available on-site throughout camp to address any health concerns
• Emergency Procedures: In the event of an emergency, the camp manager and medical representative will work together to contact parents and explain the situation.
• Water Breaks: Campers receive regular water breaks throughout the day to ensure they stay hydrated.
• Security cameras: according to availability in venue, are usually in place to monitor various areas, although it should be noted that not all areas are under surveillance. In the event of an incident requiring access to recorded footage, the location will provide the available data if it has been recorded. WellSpring is not to be held responsible for any unrecorded incident

Don't miss out on our biggest discount announced for our Summer Day Camps and Overnight Camps!

Our Early Bird special kicks off with the first day of registration on March 24th and spots are limited, so secure your spot today!

At our summer camp, leadership isn't just a title; it's the essence of our activities, woven into the fabric of daily camp life. A prime example is our TAGO time, where campers have the freedom to create, strategize, and lead. This unique period allows children to brainstorm and execute a skit, devise a winning strategy for a game, or collaborate on a creative project. It's here, in the midst of fun and creativity, that the seeds of leadership are sown.

Our counselors embody the spirit of teamwork and leadership, setting a shining example for campers to follow. They create a positive and safe environment where every child feels valued and heard. By praising campers who take initiative and encouraging them to assist others, our staff fosters a culture of leadership and mutual respect. Assigning tasks like leading group games or helping counselors with daily activities gives campers tangible responsibilities, enhancing their confidence and leadership skills.

One memorable transformation story is of a shy camper who found their voice and courage at camp. Initially hesitant to participate, this camper gradually embraced new challenges, from speaking up in group discussions to trying out new activities. Their journey from the sidelines to becoming an active, engaged member of the camp community underscores the transformative power of our program.

Our campers face various challenges designed to strengthen their problem-solving and teamwork skills. Scavenger hunts and large-scale games require teams to collaborate closely, deciphering clues and overcoming obstacles. Sports skills and tournaments emphasize the value of teamwork, as campers learn that victory is not just about individual prowess but the collective effort of the team.

By encouraging campers to step out of their comfort zones and choose activities that resonate with their interests, we nurture a sense of independence and self-belief. Whether it's mastering a new art form or scoring the winning goal in a soccer match, every achievement adds a layer of confidence. Our camp environment is a catalyst for growth, empowering children to become the leaders of tomorrow.

The relationship

Describing the mother's relationship with her daughter or son often makes it difficult to reach a point that is as accurate as it should be! It leaves us overwhelmed with the amount of love we witness in our Mother and Child Camps, and even when we see Mothers driving their kids to our Day Camps every morning. We can indeed say that when the child looks at their mother, they feel as if they've seen a comfort zone that they run to, hug, and feel the safety and comfort they search for in every minute of the day! 

On the other hand, when we asked the mothers about their feelings when they hug their children or when they bond with them during the Mother and Child Camp, they said that they realize that the hug they give to and receive from them enrich their souls with the love and comfort they need. They stated that no matter how old they get, they will always need their children's hugs and always feel their love. 

The "Mother-child" bond and how to strengthen it

No relationship is perfect, even a mother-child one, but the bond shared always makes them find their way back to each other, building a stronger bond. At our Mother and Child Camp, we may see and face a lot of fractions in the relationship between a mother and their child. It is our role to help fix those fractions, help them create an unbreakable bond, and give them some essential tips on improving it further.

Some of the critical "DON'T-S" in a Mother-child relationship are:

1. The controlling relationship as it removes the child's freedom and shrinks their desires and passion.
2. Emotional disconnect as it creates an urge for the child to turn to another person to fill the emotional gap they have at that moment, and this may result in considerable disturbances in the child's character growing up. 
3. Judgemental relationships because a child considers their mother to be their safe zone and comfort place, so being judged by this too would cause colossal confusion. 
4. Role reversal would be a massive disappointment to any child growing up, and you shouldn't think this could ever happen because it does. It may occur in the tiniest thing, like making your daughter care for her little brother and sister by putting on them a responsibility that is not theirs to carry in the first place, it is yours, and they're only required to love and care as an elder sister, not a mother. 



Enrich them with love to get back the love you need to feel too!

The love in this unique relationship is essential; a kid learns to love and give back when they feel this from their parents. Loving them and showing that love would never make them feel "spoiled" as some parents think; they make them feel loved and so know their self-worth.

It’s the end of a very successful summer season at WellSpring and we’re super excited to start the new one with a lot of new projects with Schools and organizations! 

Let us give you a heads up on the previous projects we worked on with our partners, varying from Schools to big corporations and residential compounds around Egypt as well. So, starting with Schools, last Fall we;ve hosted several successful Family Day Camps at the schools’ premises where students and their families come to join us for a day full of bonding fun activities that get them to make some good memories and share unforgettable bonding laughs. 

Not only do we host family camps for schools’ students and their parents, but we also focus on creating a memorable overnight camp experience for the students throughout the school year. We take students on a 3 nights overnight camp where they get to play, learn new values, experience the adrenaline rush of climbing the low ropes, and bond together in a happy fun atmosphere during the campfire while roasting some good-tasting marshmallows! 

Whereas for corporate organizations, we’ve hosted Family Day Camps too where employees get their spouses and kids to spend a day with their colleagues, play together, and bond in different ways too. This brings the employees a chance to not only create a bond with their family members, but also get to know their colleagues and their families better, resulting in creating a family-like work environment and thus improves the employees’ productivity when they get back to work! 

One of the projects we very much love was the Mother and Child Camp we cooperated with the National Bank of Egypt in hosting last March to celebrate some of the “Mom employees” in the bank! Hosting around 60 moms from one organization in an overnight mother and child overnight camp gave us an enormous feeling of happiness and pride! 

We can’t wait to partner up with more schools and organizations in the new season to create an impact with more students and families! 

As for the students, our precious campers, we can’t wait to have you all again in our upcoming Autumn and Christmas Day Camps and Overnight Camps too! Different topics covered in every camp, exciting activities and highlighting games too. Campers also get to make new friends throughout the camp which is a great add-on to every camper who attends. 

“My daughter’s friend got sick and canceled last minute before the camp, and my daughter didn’t want to come at first but when she attended, she got to make new friends and came for 2 more weeks after that!” - Said one of the campers’ moms attending our Summer Day Camps.

If you’re reading this, it definitely means that you’re thinking about sending your child to an overnight camp. We know and understand that you indeed have concerns about that, or you may question if it’s the right thing to do for them. Would they handle being away from home for a few days? What would it be like for them not to have their mobile phones on them for the whole camp? And you’re definitely wondering how much you’re going to miss them! Well, we’re here to answer those questions and highlight how life-changing it is to send your child on a WellSpring Overnight Camp! 

Let’s start with a similar situation: you send your kids to school to learn something new, get a certificate, make new friends, get exposed to new experiences, and develop their characters in a safe environment. Well, sending them to a WellSpring Overnight Camp is similar but more! Our WellSpring camps are eligible for kids starting at age 8 years old, and it helps them: 

• Be Independent; even the most dependent children learn to rely on themselves by spending some time away from their parents.
• Love working/ playing in a team; the camp provides a community for your child to join. For example, campers learn to work together in keeping their cabins clean, work together to win a camp-wide competition, or work to help one another learn new skills.
• Self-reflect; may seem like a grown-up thing, but the truth is without electronic toys, your child will learn to slow down and appreciate other worthy experiences.
• Appreciate the Small Things; Spending some time away from home help the kids appreciate what they know as the “Normal” in their lives. For example, they get to appreciate all that home offers — a warm bed, a refrigerator full of snacks, a bathroom of their own, a television, etc.
• Learn New Skills; the experience helps the kids find a hobby or a passion they otherwise may never have known about. 
• Make new friends; a good camp program will make it easy for kids to find friends fast, and WellSpring is the expert in that! 
• Learn to make choices, not critical ones, but for their age, picking the top or lower bunk is a choice, and deciding their sports major in the camp is a choice. That’s the perfect practice for the teen years ahead, which would be offering responsible decision-making opportunities every day.
• Appreciate their parents; a child who spends some time away at the overnight camp learns to appreciate all his parents do for them. The little extras, such as making their favorite dishes, or driving them to and from sports practice, may suddenly be appreciated.

To sum it up, it may seem like a few-days experience when you look at it from a far perspective, but thinking of how beneficial and life-changing it may be to your kids would definitely change how you feel about it and help you get answers to all your questions! Take the upcoming chance and send your kid on one of WellSpring’s Winter Overnight Camps taking place next month!