If you've got a future doctor, debate superstar, Olympic athlete, Wimbledon champ, MMA pro, or Mandarin language scholar in the family, Shanghai's got the right summer camp for you. Scroll through for our picks for Shanghai's best summer camps for students of all ages, with links for more information and applying.
That's Mandarin
At a Glance:
Kids coming from all proficiency levels improving their Chinese through a variety of in-class work, cultural trips, and activities.
Ages:
7 to 17
Dates and Schedule:
Depending on program selected — two or four weeks — choose from six start dates over the summer: June 6, June 20, July 4, July 18, August 1, and August 15.
That's Mandarin have a very detailed timetable for each given program. Check the brochure at the link below for more information.
Location:
That's Mandarin Shanghai campuses, field trips, and / or online classes.
Camp Description:
At That's Mandarin's Chinese Summer Camps, kids work on improving their Mandarin skills by taking part in — depending on the specific program — a combination of classwork, Chinese cultural activities, and visits to different historical and tourist sites in Shanghai. In 2022, That's Mandarin is offering three types of Chinese Summer Camp programs: Classes-Only Camp, Day Camp, and Online Camp (for campers who are in other cities in China or overseas).
Who's hosting:
Founded in 2005, and with branches all over China, That's Mandarin is one of China's longest-established Chinese language and learning technology schools. With 17 years of experience, That's Mandarin has helped over 50,000 students on their road to learning Chinese. They also provide online classes to students worldwide via their own Chinese learning platform NihaoCafe. Their unique, proven, and innovative approach to language learning guarantees an enjoyable experience for students of all ages.
Price:
Weekly: RMB 3,000 - RMB 6,000
For more information and how to sign up, check out this WeChat post or visit the camp page.
SmartShanghai readers also enjoy an exclusive discount — 25% off all 2022 camp programs.
LearningLeaders
At a Glance:
LearningLeaders offers debate and public speaking workshops, activities, and classes for kids coming from all levels of experience, with the aim of using the practice to improve critical thinking, personal expression, and learning efficiency — skills that they can use in their academic careers and take with them into the real world.
Ages:
Grades 3 - 12. Three programs are offered depending on skill level, a placement test, and language preference.
Dates and Schedule:
Full and half-day programs available for each of the three pathways in the following dates:
Full-day programs (lunch included): August 15 – August 19.
Half-day programs: July 4 – July 15; July 18 – July 29; August 1 – August 12.
Location(s):
Camp Description:
The three general camp formats are public speaking, debate, and writing. In each camp, students will debate and discuss themes ranging from current events to social concerns. Students are encouraged to think critically about the changing world around them and confidently express their viewpoints. Popular and unique course offerings include: TED Talk, beginner-friendly Novice Argumentation camps, content-based Economics & Science debate, interview-focused Pathways Programs, Journalistic & Creative Writing, and Academic Research and Essay Writing. We're also proud to announce a newly-developed experience entitled "The Art of Decision Making," diving into the complex ethical and rational processes behind making choices.
Classes range from 2.5 to 3 hours each, and maximize student speaking and feedback opportunities. In each and every class, students will participate in impromptu speaking exercises, strategy/concept discussions, applied-learning activities, and a debate or speech performance. Each class ends with a student reflection. If your goal is to improve confidence, critical thinking, and communication skills, there is surely something here for you.
Who's hosting:
Unique in Shanghai, LearningLeaders presents a highly specialized and focused learning opportunity for students interested in improving debate skills. Their "coaches" work with students coming from all levels of public speaking and with both English-language and Chinese-language backgrounds. Founded in 2014, they have developed a mature curriculum with a wide range of practices and techniques to maximize student speaking time and coach feedback time.
Price:
12,800rmb/session (2-week half-days/1-week full-day, 30 class hrs per session), discounts for siblings & early-bird.
For more information and how to sign up, check out this WeChat post or read more about it on SmartShanghai here.
Yoseikan Cross Training
At a Glance:
Kids learning Yoseikan Budo, a comprehensive martial arts system that touches on and combines aspects of traditional martial arts, modern MMA, and gym fitness, with the goals of improving physical fitness, mental health, and clarity.
Dates and schedule:
July 4 – August 27
Ages:
6 to 13
Location:
The Yoseikan Budo on 1 Maoming Nan Lu in Huangpu.
Camp Description:
Kids Budo is a summer camp for multidisciplinary martial arts for children from 6 to 13. It includes calisthenics, balance exercises with balloons, hand / leg strikes, team games, rolling techniques, grappling throws, and foam weapons training. A certificate of completion and various prizes will be given after one full week of training. By joining the second or more weeks, kids will receive their own official Budo Passport for keeping track of their martial arts progress.
Who's hosting:
Yoseikan Cross Training is an intimate but comprehensive martial arts studio with traditional and modern sections: aikijujitsu, kenjutsu, grappling, MMA, kick boxing, self-defense, health and fitness. They provide a diverse and welcoming environment for students of all ages, genders, nationalities and different martial arts backgrounds. Their head coach has extensive experience in combat sports and other martial arts.
Price:
2,000rmb per week; 1,800rmb per week, early-bird price before June 19.
For more information and how to sign up, check out this WeChat post
Active Kidz Childers Field
At a Glace:
A one-stop-shop — or field, rather — for kids looking to learn skills, play and improve in the team sports of volleyball, basketball, baseball, and soccer, among others.
Ages:
4 to 18
Dates and Schedule:
Depending on the sport and program, Active Kidz runs group sessions from June 20 to August 5, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
Location(s):
Puxi: Volleyball: KC Basketball Park; Basketball: KC Basketball Hall; Baseball and Soccer: Active Kidz Childers Field
Pudong: Soccer: Qiyi Football Park; Modu Field
Camp Description:
A wide range and breadth of team sports for kids from 4 all the way up to 18 years of age. Programs include football, basketball, baseball, and volleyball, among others, and are conveniently located in both Puxi and Pudong, with a variety of classes and time slots to choose from, all day, every week day.
Who's hosting:
Active Kidz Shanghai is an organization that provides health development programs for children. Using sport as the main educational tool, the programs support children physically, psychologically, socially and technically. Programs on offer are team sports such as soccer, basketball, ice hockey, volleyball and baseball.
Price:
Depending on the program, from RMB 1,400 to RMB 3,750rmb a week; 10% early-bird discount before June 10.
For more information and how to sign up, check out this WeChat post.
Tennisline International Tennis Academy (Minhang)
At a Glance:
A 3-week long summer tennis camp for kids looking to learn, play and improve in tennis.
Dates and Schedule:
Week 1: July 4 - July 8; Week 2: July 11 - July 15; Week 3: July 18 - July 22
Ages:
4 to12
Location:
Mingdu Sports Park
Camp Description:
A three-week summer tennis camp located in Minhang in Puxi. Classes are given by expat coaches, which also include a complimentary welcome bag, individual progress report, and a diploma for each kid. Spots are limited and all ability levels are accepted.
Who's hosting:
Tennisline is an international tennis academy with a team of expat coaches with extensive international experience and multiple professional certifications (ITF, PTR, iTPA). In addition to regular tennis classes for children and adults, and their popular tennis summer camp, they also hosts in-school tennis programs at international schools and kindergartens in Shanghai.
Price:
RMB 2,400 per week; RMB 6,800rmb for 3 weeks.
For more information and how to sign up, check out this WeChat post.
Jiahui International Hospital
At a Glance:
For kids interested in health and hospital sciences, Jiahui Health is offering a free two-week program wherein kids can shadow healthcare professionals and learn more about the different aspects of professional healthcare.
Dates and Schedule:
Three time slots are available:
Option 1: Orientation: July 9; Week 1: July 11 – July 15; Week 2: July 18 – July 22.
Option 2: Orientation: July 23; Week 1: July 25 – July 29; Week 2: August 1 – August 5.
Option 3: Orientation: August 6; Week 1: August 8 – August 12; Week 2: August 15 – August 19.
Age:
High-school students
Location: Jiahui International Hospital
Camp Description:
For students interested in possibly pursuing a career in healthcare, Jiahui Health offers an opportunity to complete a two-week Health Scholar Program at Jiahui International Hospital. Working alongside and shadowing their team of international healthcare professionals, students will be able to experience different departments within a healthcare institution and gain an understanding of how they interact in order to deliver excellent patient care. The deadline for applications is June 19. Successful candidates will be selected after the online interview.
Who's hosting:
Jiahui Health is a series of clinics providing family medicine and specialist medical services. All other clinics in the chain, while perfectly nice, pale in comparison to this massive, 500-bed international hospital Jiahui has built in Xuhui.
Price:
Free (!)
For more information and how to sign up, check out this WeChat post.
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