Why sending kids to an active summer camp matters now more than ever

As the school year draws to a close, children who’ve been glued to screens are in desperate need of being sprung from digital confinement — while their parents are ready for a little breathing room.

“Kids have been stuck at home with very limited social interaction and minimal ways to burn off their energy and practice their motor and social skills,” he says of why parents need to ensure they find a movement-focused camp experience in Prague this summer.

He adds that sending kids to camp also takes the pressure off parents who’ve already had 12 weeks with kids at home and now face another 10 weeks of summer holiday.

Since its opening, the organization now counts close to 200 kids (and their very happy parents) who, prior to the recent government-mandated closures, gathered to play every weekend in Prague 10 and Prague 6. 

While PEFS was forced to cancel classes from March to May the school kept in touch with parents, sending ideas for popular games and activities coaches do with kids during the regular season.

“There’ll be lots of age-appropriate activities, a combination of fun and learning delivered by a team of professional coaches and teachers, inclusive and for all abilities and experience levels,” Sam says of the summer camp program.

Those who are returning can expect the same dynamic and engaging camp experience, although this year’s camp will of course see some changes, as staff implements the government-mandated hygiene policies including hand sanitizer for groups, separating campers during lunch breaks, and keeping contact to a minimum.

“We have built a really big community in Prague and are very well known, people love being a part of the school be it the parents, kids, or coaches,” says Sam.

He encourages anyone who hasn’t firmed up plans for camp to sign up now. “Especially at this moment in time, I think it’s vital we just let kids be kids.”