Student Leadership Program
15 - 18 years old. Dates throughout the summer!
PRE-REGISTRATION FOR CAMPS (FREE OF CHARGE)
Book a place in the camps for free!
The program at a glance:
Project Discovery
Bilingual and International: English and French
The Young Explorers Club Summer Camp welcomes international and Swiss participants in a bilingual and multicultural environment. Our activities are mainly conducted in English, but French is also integrated, which allows all children to feel included.
Our team speaks multiple languages (English, French, German and others), creating a supportive environment, whether your child is fluent in English or is just starting to learn it.
Program Benefits:
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- Career exploration: This experience can help students make informed decisions about their future career path.
- Cultural Awareness: You will also learn how to communicate effectively with people from different backgrounds, which is a valuable skill in any profession.
- Self-confidence: These skills and experiences can have a positive impact on a student’s self-esteem and self-esteem.
- Applications for admission to the college.
- Make new friends.
- Memories of a lifetime.
More info:
Dates
The Student Leadership Program takes place during each summer camp and is offered in all sessions. For more details on logistics, prices, itinerary, and a list of items to bring, please visit the page dedicated to the camp you wish to attend on our homepage. To register, simply fill out the form at the bottom of the page and select the program you wish to participate in. This will allow us to process your request and provide you with all the necessary information for an enriching and memorable experience. Feel free to browse our website for more information on each summer camp and find out which one suits you best. We look forward to welcoming you to our Student Leadership Program this summer!
Camp Location
Camp Location 2025: The same locations as the selected camp:
Adrenaline, Climbing, Football and Mountain Biking: Les Diablerets, Switzerland.
Bike Trip: Itinerant.
More info
Limited to just 11 participants per session, this program ensures personalized attention and impactful learning. The program takes place during some of our summer camps (find the exact dates below). This means that you can choose exactly the program you want and participate as a student animator: Bike Camp? Tour du Mont Blanc ? Or any other camp we offer.
The Young Explorers Club’s Student Leadership Program is open to all students ages 15-18/19! The Student Leadership Program is a fantastic opportunity for young adults to develop their skills and gain hands-on experience in a fun and educational environment. As a student leader, you’ll work alongside our experienced camp counselors, helping to lead a group of campers through a variety of fun and engaging activities. You will have the opportunity to learn new skills, develop leadership skills, and make a positive impact on the lives of children in our community.
Participants will not only practice adventure sports; Instead, they will delve into leadership methodologies that will enable them to effectively guide their peers and youth campers. Through a curriculum that blends leadership and communication skills, coaching techniques, group facilitation, environmental awareness, and safety protocols for outdoor activities, students will emerge not only as competent adventurers, but also as competent leaders. Throughout the program, the focus is on promoting autonomy and responsibility, qualities that are essential for campers and aspiring leaders.
What physical condition should I be in?
Since we will be participating in different outdoor activities throughout the trip, our students must have a minimum of physical fitness to participate in the camp. But in our experience, this is the case for 95% of young people.
Learning outcomes from this trip:
- Leadership & Teamwork
- Outdoor Survival & Camping Skills
- First Aid and Emergency Preparedness
- Environmental Awareness and Conservation
- Personal Values and Ethical Decision-Making
- Cultural understanding and respect for diversity
- Fitness & Healthy Habits
- Citizenship and Community Service
- The ultimate goal is to help our participants become responsible and well-rounded individuals, ready to make a positive impact in the world.
What if I don't know anyone else?
Most of our students come to Young Explorers Club without knowing anyone before their trip. You’ll start making friends as soon as you arrive at the airport (and our instructors will be there to help). Once the journey is over, you won’t want to leave your new community! Most of our students remain friends long after their summer is over. We firmly believe that life is about having new experiences and making the most of every moment. However, we also recognize that the most meaningful experiences often require stepping out of our comfort zones and venturing away from familiar surroundings. When we do this, we find ourselves in unfamiliar and challenging environments, which forces us to fully engage with our surroundings and truly live in the moment. These new places and situations often bring new perspectives and can inspire us to continue seeking out new experiences that push us to grow and broaden our horizons.
What are the other students like?
The teenagers who come to the Young Explorers Club are kind, welcoming, eager to learn and come from all over Switzerland, France, USA and elsewhere. Our groups are full of positive young adults who will work well with each other. Young Explorers Club places a strong emphasis on group dynamics and creating a supportive social environment, and our students reflect this.
Safety: Is this camp safe?
During each activity, all preventive safety measures are in place and strictly followed. To see all our safety measures and protocols, please visit our dedicated page: SECURITY & TEAM.
Do you have any other questions?
We believe in human-to-human interaction: write to us via our contact methods (https://youngexplorersclub.ch/contact/) and schedule a call or meeting with one of our employees. We will be happy to answer any doubts or questions you may have. Or find the list of all frequently asked questions on FAQs.
