Creative camp
Braunwald
Key points
● Creative art in the morning
● Afternoon and evening program
● Camp without language lessons in the morning
● Activities take place in English
School details
Levels: A1-Beginner to C2-Proficient
Accommodation: 4-6 Bedroom - shared bathroom, 4-6 Bedroom - private bathroom, 2-Bedroom - private bathroom
More accommodationsArrival : on Sunday
Departure: On Saturday (for children without airport transfer) or on Sunday (for children who have booked an airport transfer for the return journey)
Age range: 8-13 Years
Features
WiFi
Full board
Art
Discover Your Inner Artist at friLingue’s Creative Camp!
Join our new Creative Camp, where young artists come to life! Our camp is specially designed for children aged 8 to 13 who are passionate about exploring their creativity. In the inspiring setting of friLingue, we offer a unique blend of hands-on creative activities, all conducted in English, to foster artistic expression and imagination. Don’t worry, you don’t need to speak perfect English—creativity doesn’t require many words!
Please note: This camp does not include language lessons! However, you can book an intensive course if desired, with 3x2 or 2x2 lessons per week in the afternoon.
What to Expect:
Morning Creative Workshops:
- Art & Craft: Dive into a world of colors, textures, and materials. Our workshops cover a wide range of activities, from painting and drawing to pottery and crafting. Each day brings a new project, allowing you to experiment with different techniques and materials.
- Drama & Performance: Unleash your inner actor in our drama sessions. Through fun games and activities, you’ll learn the basics of acting. It’s all about creativity, confidence, and most importantly, fun!
- Music & Rhythm: Explore the world of music through interactive sessions that include singing and basic instrument play. You’ll have the opportunity to create your own music and even participate in a mini talent show.
Afternoon Program:
After a creative morning, you will join the regular friLingue afternoon program (see the “PROGRAM” tab).
Why Choose friLingue’s Creative Camp?
- Expert Instructors: Our team of experienced and enthusiastic instructors is dedicated to nurturing your artistic abilities and ensuring a fun, supportive environment.
- Language Immersion: All activities are conducted in English, helping you improve your language skills in a natural and enjoyable way.
- Safe and Inspiring Environment: In the beautiful surroundings of our camp, you have the freedom to explore, create, and connect with nature.
Join us for a week full of creativity, fun, and new friendships at friLingue's Creative Camp. Whether you're an aspiring artist or just want to try something new, our camp offers the perfect balance between inspiring workshops and relaxed enjoyment. Sign up today and let your imagination run wild – the creative adventure awaits you!
- Camp Duration:
- 1 - 7 Weeks
- Levels:
- A1-Beginner to C2-Proficient
- Age group:
- Juniors
- Start dates:
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Spring
06.04 / 13.04 / 20.04 / 27.04.2025
Creative activities
- Language Courses:
- No language course
- About this camp:
Creativity and Fun – Daily Creative Adventures!
What's Included?
Morning Activities
Dive into the world of creativity every morning from 9:00 to 12:30! Our workshops are designed to unleash your artistic talents and ignite your imagination. With a mix of Arts & Crafts, Drama & Acting, and Music & Rhythm, you’ll have the chance to tackle new creative challenges every day.
Afternoon and Evening Program
After an inspiring morning, you can join the regular friLingue afternoon and evening program. This includes a variety of creative workshops, sports activities, and entertaining leisure options.
Intensive Course Option (Language Course)
For those who would like to add a bit of language learning to their day, you can book 2x2 or 3x2 lessons in the afternoon (see Extras). The intensive course takes place in small groups of six participants.
Full-Board Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable full-board accommodation, ensuring you are well-rested and energized for the day’s creative activities.
Excursions
Take part in exciting excursions that allow you to explore the surrounding area and its attractions. These outings offer the perfect balance between creative expression and thrilling outdoor adventures.
Our accommodation options at the Adrenalin Backpackers Hotel are designed with comfort and convenience in mind, ensuring a delightful stay for your child.
The Adrenalin Backpackers Hotel awaits you on a sunny terrace in the Glarus Alps with the most beautiful views! The common room offers a lot of space where we can learn, play, dance, laugh and do much more together. We also have a common room with a pool table, soccer box and it will certainly never be boring!
For those who love the camaraderie of group living, our spacious 4-6 bedroom rooms with shared bathrooms provide a vibrant and social atmosphere where campers can bond and create lasting connections. Alternatively, if privacy is preferred, our 4-6 bedroom rooms with private bathrooms offer a more intimate setting while still accommodating a small group.
For families or close-knit friends, our 2-bedroom rooms with private bathrooms provide a cozy and homely space to relax and unwind. For those seeking their own private sanctuary, our single rooms with private bathrooms offer a tranquil retreat where campers can rest and recharge. We also offer dormitory-style rooms with shared bathrooms, perfect for fostering new friendships and building a strong sense of community.
Whichever room type you choose, rest assured that your child's comfort and safety are our utmost priority.
This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions may change depending on weather and other factors beyond our control.
Creative Activities
In the morning, you can let your imagination run wild through various creative activities. Here are some examples: painting, drawing, pottery, crafting, theater, music, and much more! Creativity and fun are guaranteed.
Workshops
We currently offer a wide array of workshops, such as sports workshops (football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, ultimate frisbee, American football, etc.), art workshops (painting, drawing, graffiti, dance, yoga, meditation, etc.), cooking workshops and many else.
Evening Activities
Evening activities are the shining star of our language camp program, saving the best for last! We always put in the extra effort to include each and every student into the activity that's planned for the evening, and those activities are: disco night, karaoke night, card and board games night, casino night, movie night, campfire, zombie & werewolf games, sardines, reverse hide&seek, and many else.
In addition to numerous activities, workshops and language learning, we explore the region during one full-day excursion and two half-day excursions per week:
- FIFA World Football Museum
- Swiss National Museum
- Art house Zürich
- WOW Museum
- Kulturama
- Zoological Museum
- Anna Göldi Museum
- House of Läderach
- Lindt Home of Chocolate
- Alpamare, the biggest indoor aqua park in Switzerland
- Landesplattenberg Engi
- Nature center Glarnerland
- Spa with thermal waters
- Irtag
- Lake Zurich
- Lake Walen
INTENSIVE COURSE: 100 - 150 CHF
2/3 additional afternoon languages classes per week held in smaller groups (2-6 participants on average)
LAUNDRY SERVICE (for participants who need to wash their clothes): 40 CHF
SPECIAL DIET (gluten-free, lactose-free...): 100 CHF
AIRPORT TRANSFER (for participants coming from abroad)
Please note that air tickets are not included in the price.
1. Zurich: every Sunday - 150 CHF per trip.
Arrival between 10.00 and 17.00.
Departure between 12.00 and 20.00.
2. Zurich: For arrivals outside the stated times - 400 CHF per journey.
3. Private transfer from Zurich airport - 500 CHF per trip.
friLingue offers an UNACCOMPANIED MINOR SERVICE at the cost of 100 CHF each way for incoming minor students. Please check your airline's age restriction guidelines. You may find further information on the Unaccompanied Minor Service by clicking on the following link: here.
ACCOMPANIED TRAIN RIDE FROM ZURICH OR BERN:
(for Swiss participants)
A member of our team waits for the participants in Zurich or Bern (each time at the main train station) and takes them to the camp along with other children and teenagers (by bus or train). At the end of the week, the participants are accompanied back to Zurich or Bern (again, to the main train station) until their parents (or another adult designed by the parents) wait for them.
Price includes the train ticket, per way:
40 CHF from or to Zurich
60 CHF from or to Bern
Price (per way) for participants with a General Abonnement (GA):
25 CHF from or to Zurich
25 CHF from or to Bern
Please note that for any late change (10 days before the camps or less) after booking this service (cancellation or other destination), friLingue will have to charge administration fees (40 CHF).
ARRIVAL/DEPARTURES:
Arrivals are on Sundays between 5 and 6pm at the chalet where friendly members of our staff will be waiting to welcome you and show you to your room Departures are every Saturday after the excursion between 3.30 and 4pm at the train station of that week's excursion location. The exact time and location will be confirmed by the camp leader during the week. It is also possible for parents or guardians to collect their children directly from the camp either on Friday evening or on Saturday morning before 10am, we just kindly ask that you notify the camp leader in advance.
