| Main ideas | Details |
|---|---|
| Unique experience | Mix adventure, discovery and fulfillment for 12-17 year olds |
| Various activities | Suggest water sports, mountain, horse riding and cultural tours |
| Multiple destinations | OFFER A Expand stays in France and abroad |
| Autonomy and accountability | encourage the Active participation Teens to everyday life |
| Educational project | Aim for lemancipation and The openness of mind young participants |
| Qualified coaching | Ensuring security with facilitators bafa and BAFD directors |
The teen holiday camps offer a unique experience that combines adventure, discovery and fulfillment. These stays, designed specifically for 12-17 year olds, meet the needs and desires of young people in search of autonomy and new experiences. We offer you a complete overview of these unforgettable stays that shape the memories of a fulfilling youth.
Stays adapted to the aspirations of adolescents
The summer camps for teens are distinguished by their ability to Adapt to the specific expectations of young people. Far from stays for children, these experiences are designed to offer more autonomy and activities corresponding to the interests of adolescents.
Our stays offer a Variety of exciting activities :
- Water sports (surfing, sailing)
- Mountain sports (skiing, hiking)
- Horse riding
- Cultural tours
- Discovery of new cultures
Accommodation, often in camping, promotes landing and immersion in the local environment. Groups are voluntarily restricted to guarantee flexibility and usability. This approach allows young people to forge strong bonds and to live fully every moment of their stay.
A fundamental aspect of our colonies is the Active participation of adolescents in the construction of the program. Accompanied by qualified facilitators, they learn to take collective decisions and organize their days, accordingly developing their sense of responsibility.
multiple destinations for varied experiences
Teen holiday camps offer a Wide range of destinations, in France and abroad. Each place is carefully selected to offer a setting conducive to blossoming and discovery.
Here is an overview of the flagship destinations:
| Destination type | examples | Main activities |
|---|---|---|
| Wed | Atlantic coast, Mediterranean | Surfing, Sailing, Diving |
| Mountain | Alps, Pyrenees | Hiking, climbing, skiing (winter) |
| Campaign | Ardèche, Dordogne | Horse riding, Mountain biking, Nature activities |
| Foreign | Spain, Italy, Vietnam | Cultural immersion, language learning |
These varied destinations allow teenagers to Get out of their comfort zone and live enriching experiences. Whether discovering the coastal treasures of Portugal or by surfing on the beaches of the Atlantic, each stay is an opportunity to grow and open to the world.
In 2023, more than 1.5 million young French people participated in summer camps, testifying to growing appeal for these formative stays. At Gocolo, we strive to offer destinations that combine expatriation and security, so that each teenager can fully live his adventure.
Autonomy and empowerment at the heart of the educational project
The summer camps for teenagers are not limited to simple recreational stays. They are part of a pedagogical approach aimed at the mancipation and open-mindedness young participants. This approach translates into several key aspects:
- Participation in daily life (preparation of meals, organization of activities)
- Collective decision-making
- Budget management for certain activities
- Respect for community living rules
The objective is to Preparing teenagers for their future adult life By giving them the tools to become autonomous and responsible individuals. This experience is often a first step towards independent trips between friends, a significant step in the personal development of young people.
We pay particular attention to the Social mix within our groups. This diversity allows adolescents to meet young people from different backgrounds, consequently promoting open-mindedness and tolerance. This is an opportunity for them to forge lasting bonds and develop their emotional and social intelligence.
Practical information for a successful stay
To guarantee the smooth running of teenage summer camps, several practical aspects should be taken into account:
Supervision and security : Our stays are supervised by BAFA facilitators and BAFD directors, guaranteeing a high level of competence and security. All our stays are declared and approved by the competent authorities, thus ensuring compliance with the standards in force.
Duration and periods : The colonies take place mainly during the summer holidays, but we also offer stays during other school holiday periods. The duration generally varies from 7 to 14 days, allowing sufficient immersion while remaining adapted to the rhythm of adolescents.
Transport : For distant destinations, transport is by plane, while closer stays favor local transport, favoring in a similar way a more ecological and immersive approach.
Financial aid : In order to make these experiences accessible to as many people as possible, different financial aids can be requested:
- Holiday vouchers
- CAF good
- Works council aids
As passionate organizers, we are doing everything we can to ensure that each summer camp is a Unforgettable and rewarding adventure. Our mission is to create an environment conducive to the development of adolescents, where they can develop their self-confidence, their social skills and their openness to the world.
The ADO HOLIDAY COLONIESs are much more than just a summer stay. They represent a paramount step in the personal and social development of young people, offering them lasting memories and skills that will accompany them throughout their lives. Choosing a summer camp means offering your teenager the key to a fulfilling summer, rich in discoveries and new friendships.
