Formats & who they suit<\/h3>\n\n- \n
Day camps<\/strong> \u2014 best for fun<\/strong>, introductions and shorter daily commitments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Residential stays<\/strong> \u2014 for steady progression and a more immersive experience.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Elite training<\/strong> \u2014 high-volume programs aimed at competitive athletes and heavy technical development.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
One-week intensives<\/strong> \u2014 focused blocks for specific skills or themes (e.g., tumbling, vault).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nTraining load, ratios and facilities<\/h3>\n
Programs vary by daily training load<\/strong> (typically 2\u20136 hours<\/strong> per day), by coach-to-athlete ratio<\/strong> (about 1:3 to 1:12<\/strong> depending on intensity) and by facility standards. Look for facilities with sprung floors<\/strong>, foam pits<\/strong>, tumble tracks<\/strong> and access to physiotherapy<\/strong> or sports medicine when needed.<\/p>\nAges, seasons and booking<\/h3>\n
Most camps accept children from 4\u201318 years<\/strong>. Peak seasons are spring, summer and autumn<\/strong>, with the busiest weeks in June\u2013August<\/strong>. We recommend booking 3\u20136 months ahead<\/strong> for popular weeks.<\/p>\nCosts and payments<\/h3>\n
Prices vary widely by format and facility \u2014 expect roughly CHF 100\u20132,500 per week<\/strong>. Many providers require a 10\u201330% deposit<\/strong>, which is often non-refundable. Plan for extra costs<\/strong> such as travel, equipment rental and additional medical care or insurance.<\/p>\nHealth, safety and practical checks<\/h3>\n
Families should match camp format to goals, confirm medical and insurance coverage<\/strong> and review safeguarding procedures<\/strong>. Important checks include: clear supervision ratios, written emergency procedures, allergy\/food protocols and staff background checks.<\/p>\nKey Takeaways<\/h3>\n\n- \n
Pick format by goal and time:<\/strong> day camps for introductions; residential stays for steady progression; elite programs for competitive volume; one-week intensives for focused skills.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Peak seasons:<\/strong> spring, summer and autumn \u2014 register 3\u20136 months in advance<\/strong> for popular weeks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Daily training:<\/strong> expect 2\u20134 hours<\/strong> per day for day camps and 3\u20136+ hours<\/strong> per day for residential or elite programs; coach ratios typically 1:3 to 1:12<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Facility & welfare standards:<\/strong> check for sprung floor, foam pit, tumble track, physiotherapy access, supervision ratios and written emergency\/allergy procedures.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Budget:<\/strong> plan for CHF 100\u20132,500 per week<\/strong>, a 10\u201330% deposit<\/strong> (often non-refundable) and additional costs for travel, equipment rental and medical care.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n https:\/\/youtu.be\/MR55ll62dqs<\/p>\n
Quick essentials: formats, seasons and daily training<\/h2>\nCommon formats<\/h3>\n
We, at the young explorers club<\/strong>, run and evaluate four main gymnastics camp formats<\/strong>. Below I outline what each looks like and who benefits most:<\/p>\n\n- Day camp<\/strong> \u2014 daytime drop-in programmes that run 2\u20134 hours\/day<\/strong>; great for beginners<\/strong>, casual participants and families needing flexible schedules.<\/li>\n
- Residential camp<\/strong> \u2014 boarding programmes from 1\u20137+ days<\/strong> offering longer sessions, evening recovery work and a stronger focus on progression; perfect for committed juniors wanting concentrated practice. residential camp<\/a><\/li>\n
- Elite training camp<\/strong> \u2014 high-volume technical boarding programmes aimed at competitive athletes<\/strong>; expect multiple daily sessions, specialist coaches and video analysis.<\/li>\n
- Week-long intensive clinics<\/strong> \u2014 compact 1-week camps<\/strong> that balance skill development with conditioning and injury-prevention work; often run as themed intensives (vault, bars, floor).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Seasons, durations and daily training<\/h3>\n
Availability<\/strong> peaks during spring<\/strong>, summer<\/strong> and autumn<\/strong> school breaks. Spring camps usually coincide with Easter holidays<\/strong>. Summer runs June\u2013August<\/strong> and represents the largest selection and highest capacity. Autumn programmes slot into shorter school breaks. Elite training camps<\/strong> may operate year-round to match competition cycles and athlete needs. Many providers open registration 3\u20136 months ahead<\/strong>, so plan early if you want a specific week or coach.<\/p>\nTypical durations<\/strong> span from single-day drop-ins to two-week intensives. The most popular formats are 1-week day camps<\/strong> and 3\u20137 day residential stays<\/strong>. Day camps generally offer 2\u20134 hours\/day<\/strong> of coached activity. Residential and elite camps commonly list 3\u20136 hours\/day<\/strong> of training, and schedules are often described as 2\u20136 hours\/day<\/strong> overall depending on warm-ups, conditioning and extras.<\/p>\nI recommend choosing by goal<\/strong> and time commitment<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n- If the priority is fun and general skill exposure<\/strong>, pick a 1-week camp<\/strong> with 2\u20134 hours\/day<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- For focused skill progression, conditioning and more coach contact<\/strong>, opt for a 3\u20137 day residential programme<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
- For competitive-level technical volume and specialist support<\/strong>, book an elite training camp<\/strong> with multiple daily sessions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Logistics to factor in<\/strong>: travel and boarding needs, medical forms, equipment levels (beam heights, foam pits), and daily recovery windows. We suggest scanning session breakdowns for warm-up, drill work and cool-down so you know how much active training versus games or theory is included. Camps that list 2\u20136 hours\/day<\/strong> can still vary session intensity; ask for a sample daily timetable if you need precise training load information.<\/p>\n![\"Summer](\"https:\/\/youngexplorersclub.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC07173-2.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
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Camp types, target ages and sample schedules<\/h2>\n
We, at the Young Explorers Club<\/strong>, run several distinct gymnastics camp formats<\/strong> so families can pick what fits skill<\/strong>, time<\/strong> and ambition<\/strong>. Recreational\/fun camps<\/strong> focus on play, motor skills and confidence. Skill-development day camps<\/strong> concentrate on technique, progressions and safe skill stacking. Performance\/elite camps<\/strong> combine high-volume practice with choreography and routine polishing. Competition-prep camps<\/strong> add meet simulation, routine run-throughs and mental prep. We also run specialized offerings<\/strong> \u2014 trampoline<\/strong>, rhythmic<\/strong>, acro<\/strong> and Parkour\/Gymnastics fusion<\/strong> \u2014 that let athletes concentrate on one discipline.<\/p>\nWe group participants by age<\/strong> and ability<\/strong> to keep sessions efficient and safe. Our range covers ages 4\u201318<\/strong>, with program bands for toddlers\/kids 4\u20137<\/strong>, children 8\u201312<\/strong> and adolescents\/teens 13\u201318<\/strong>; we also offer adult\/masters clinics<\/strong> on request. Skill levels<\/strong> run beginner<\/strong>, intermediate<\/strong> and advanced\/competitive<\/strong>, plus talent ID squads<\/strong> for promising athletes. Many camps require a minimum skill level or a coach recommendation before joining a higher-level group. We screen entrants and will suggest the right level so sessions stay productive and injury risk<\/strong> stays low.<\/p>\nTraining structure<\/strong> varies by type but follows a clear template: warm-up<\/strong> + technique<\/strong> + conditioning<\/strong>. Recreational camps<\/strong> keep volume low and fun. Skill-development day camps<\/strong> focus single-mindedly on drills and repetition. Elite<\/strong> and performance weeks<\/strong> add apparatus-specific blocks, choreography and strength work; residential elite examples often schedule 4\u20136 hours\/day<\/strong> of on-floor practice plus dryland, and typical intensive weeks may run 4\u20136 sessions\/day<\/strong>. We emphasize progression<\/strong>, deliberate practice<\/strong> and recovery<\/strong>, and we integrate spotting, foam-pit work and video review at higher levels.<\/p>\nSample schedules and a 1-week progression<\/h3>\n
Below are practical sample schedules<\/strong> and a one-week tumbling progression you can expect at our camps.<\/p>\n\n- Recreational day camp (2\u20133 hours\/day):<\/strong> warm-up (15\u201320 min), games that build coordination, basic floor skills and lines (45\u201360 min), small-apparatus time (30 min), cool-down and reflection (10\u201315 min). This format suits ages 4\u20137<\/strong> and beginner to elite recreational athletes.<\/li>\n
- Skill-development day camp (3\u20134 hours\/day):<\/strong> dynamic warm-up, segmental technique blocks (tumbling, bars, beam), partner drills, conditioning sets, short routine work, cool-down. We focus on repeatable drills and measurable gains each day.<\/li>\n
- Elite residential example (4\u20136 hours\/day + dryland):<\/strong> warm-up + technique + conditioning; apparatus blocks (vault, bars, beam, floor), strength\/plyo session, choreography and routine runs, video feedback and cool-down. Sessions split by objective so athletes get high-quality reps without excessive fatigue.<\/li>\n
- Typical intensive week (4\u20136 sessions\/day possible):<\/strong> morning dryland and mobility, mid-morning apparatus block, early afternoon tumbling\/foam-pit drills, late afternoon conditioning or choreography, evening recovery\/stretch. We schedule active recovery and monitor load to prevent overload.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sample 1-week skill progression:<\/strong> skill progression: round-off \u2192 back handspring \u2192 back tuck<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Day 1<\/strong> \u2014 drills: basic run-up mechanics, round-off drills and landing work.<\/li>\n
- Day 2<\/strong> \u2014 round-off \u2192 back handspring progressions with short series.<\/li>\n
- Day 3<\/strong> \u2014 spotting, back handspring into foam pit and controlled rebounds.<\/li>\n
- Day 4<\/strong> \u2014 back tuck drill progression (jump-tuck, spot-assisted tuck) and rebound control.<\/li>\n
- Day 5<\/strong> \u2014 full skill attempts with emphasis on safe landing, strength sets and cool-down.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
We recommend<\/strong> parents check our level descriptions<\/strong> before booking and read advice on selecting a camp; you can review a guide to the best summer camps if you need comparisons by age and focus: best summer camps<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n
Day camps<\/strong> \u2014 best for fun<\/strong>, introductions and shorter daily commitments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Residential stays<\/strong> \u2014 for steady progression and a more immersive experience.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Elite training<\/strong> \u2014 high-volume programs aimed at competitive athletes and heavy technical development.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n One-week intensives<\/strong> \u2014 focused blocks for specific skills or themes (e.g., tumbling, vault).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Programs vary by daily training load<\/strong> (typically 2\u20136 hours<\/strong> per day), by coach-to-athlete ratio<\/strong> (about 1:3 to 1:12<\/strong> depending on intensity) and by facility standards. Look for facilities with sprung floors<\/strong>, foam pits<\/strong>, tumble tracks<\/strong> and access to physiotherapy<\/strong> or sports medicine when needed.<\/p>\n Most camps accept children from 4\u201318 years<\/strong>. Peak seasons are spring, summer and autumn<\/strong>, with the busiest weeks in June\u2013August<\/strong>. We recommend booking 3\u20136 months ahead<\/strong> for popular weeks.<\/p>\n Prices vary widely by format and facility \u2014 expect roughly CHF 100\u20132,500 per week<\/strong>. Many providers require a 10\u201330% deposit<\/strong>, which is often non-refundable. Plan for extra costs<\/strong> such as travel, equipment rental and additional medical care or insurance.<\/p>\n Families should match camp format to goals, confirm medical and insurance coverage<\/strong> and review safeguarding procedures<\/strong>. Important checks include: clear supervision ratios, written emergency procedures, allergy\/food protocols and staff background checks.<\/p>\n Pick format by goal and time:<\/strong> day camps for introductions; residential stays for steady progression; elite programs for competitive volume; one-week intensives for focused skills.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Peak seasons:<\/strong> spring, summer and autumn \u2014 register 3\u20136 months in advance<\/strong> for popular weeks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Daily training:<\/strong> expect 2\u20134 hours<\/strong> per day for day camps and 3\u20136+ hours<\/strong> per day for residential or elite programs; coach ratios typically 1:3 to 1:12<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Facility & welfare standards:<\/strong> check for sprung floor, foam pit, tumble track, physiotherapy access, supervision ratios and written emergency\/allergy procedures.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Budget:<\/strong> plan for CHF 100\u20132,500 per week<\/strong>, a 10\u201330% deposit<\/strong> (often non-refundable) and additional costs for travel, equipment rental and medical care.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n https:\/\/youtu.be\/MR55ll62dqs<\/p>\n We, at the young explorers club<\/strong>, run and evaluate four main gymnastics camp formats<\/strong>. Below I outline what each looks like and who benefits most:<\/p>\n Availability<\/strong> peaks during spring<\/strong>, summer<\/strong> and autumn<\/strong> school breaks. Spring camps usually coincide with Easter holidays<\/strong>. Summer runs June\u2013August<\/strong> and represents the largest selection and highest capacity. Autumn programmes slot into shorter school breaks. Elite training camps<\/strong> may operate year-round to match competition cycles and athlete needs. Many providers open registration 3\u20136 months ahead<\/strong>, so plan early if you want a specific week or coach.<\/p>\n Typical durations<\/strong> span from single-day drop-ins to two-week intensives. The most popular formats are 1-week day camps<\/strong> and 3\u20137 day residential stays<\/strong>. Day camps generally offer 2\u20134 hours\/day<\/strong> of coached activity. Residential and elite camps commonly list 3\u20136 hours\/day<\/strong> of training, and schedules are often described as 2\u20136 hours\/day<\/strong> overall depending on warm-ups, conditioning and extras.<\/p>\n I recommend choosing by goal<\/strong> and time commitment<\/strong>:<\/p>\n Logistics to factor in<\/strong>: travel and boarding needs, medical forms, equipment levels (beam heights, foam pits), and daily recovery windows. We suggest scanning session breakdowns for warm-up, drill work and cool-down so you know how much active training versus games or theory is included. Camps that list 2\u20136 hours\/day<\/strong> can still vary session intensity; ask for a sample daily timetable if you need precise training load information.<\/p>\n We, at the Young Explorers Club<\/strong>, run several distinct gymnastics camp formats<\/strong> so families can pick what fits skill<\/strong>, time<\/strong> and ambition<\/strong>. Recreational\/fun camps<\/strong> focus on play, motor skills and confidence. Skill-development day camps<\/strong> concentrate on technique, progressions and safe skill stacking. Performance\/elite camps<\/strong> combine high-volume practice with choreography and routine polishing. Competition-prep camps<\/strong> add meet simulation, routine run-throughs and mental prep. We also run specialized offerings<\/strong> \u2014 trampoline<\/strong>, rhythmic<\/strong>, acro<\/strong> and Parkour\/Gymnastics fusion<\/strong> \u2014 that let athletes concentrate on one discipline.<\/p>\n We group participants by age<\/strong> and ability<\/strong> to keep sessions efficient and safe. Our range covers ages 4\u201318<\/strong>, with program bands for toddlers\/kids 4\u20137<\/strong>, children 8\u201312<\/strong> and adolescents\/teens 13\u201318<\/strong>; we also offer adult\/masters clinics<\/strong> on request. Skill levels<\/strong> run beginner<\/strong>, intermediate<\/strong> and advanced\/competitive<\/strong>, plus talent ID squads<\/strong> for promising athletes. Many camps require a minimum skill level or a coach recommendation before joining a higher-level group. We screen entrants and will suggest the right level so sessions stay productive and injury risk<\/strong> stays low.<\/p>\n Training structure<\/strong> varies by type but follows a clear template: warm-up<\/strong> + technique<\/strong> + conditioning<\/strong>. Recreational camps<\/strong> keep volume low and fun. Skill-development day camps<\/strong> focus single-mindedly on drills and repetition. Elite<\/strong> and performance weeks<\/strong> add apparatus-specific blocks, choreography and strength work; residential elite examples often schedule 4\u20136 hours\/day<\/strong> of on-floor practice plus dryland, and typical intensive weeks may run 4\u20136 sessions\/day<\/strong>. We emphasize progression<\/strong>, deliberate practice<\/strong> and recovery<\/strong>, and we integrate spotting, foam-pit work and video review at higher levels.<\/p>\n Below are practical sample schedules<\/strong> and a one-week tumbling progression you can expect at our camps.<\/p>\n Sample 1-week skill progression:<\/strong> skill progression: round-off \u2192 back handspring \u2192 back tuck<\/strong><\/p>\n We recommend<\/strong> parents check our level descriptions<\/strong> before booking and read advice on selecting a camp; you can review a guide to the best summer camps if you need comparisons by age and focus: best summer camps<\/a>.<\/p>\n \nTraining load, ratios and facilities<\/h3>\n
Ages, seasons and booking<\/h3>\n
Costs and payments<\/h3>\n
Health, safety and practical checks<\/h3>\n
Key Takeaways<\/h3>\n
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Quick essentials: formats, seasons and daily training<\/h2>\n
Common formats<\/h3>\n
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Seasons, durations and daily training<\/h3>\n
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Sample schedules and a 1-week progression<\/h3>\n
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