Day & overnight camps
A week as… a witch or wizard, a performer, a hero, an entrepreneur, an English speaker, a braver version of you.
38camps
Sundern · Nordrhein-Westfalen
A week of adventure in English – right by the lake in the Sauerland: at the English Explorers camp at Sorpesee, children aged 8 to 13 combine daily English sessions with native speakers with survival skills, treasure hunts, their own film shoot, a night walk and campfires. Accommodation, all meals, materials and 24/7 supervision included – the week ends with the big film premiere.
Biberach · Baden-Württemberg
A week on a film set instead of in a classroom: at the Filmmaking Camp, teens aged 13 to 17 shoot their own film – entirely in English. From scriptwriting to directing, acting, camera work and editing with professional software, they go through the full film production journey with real equipment. On Friday the finished film gets its red-carpet premiere for family and friends – and goes home on a USB stick. Accommodation, all meals and all the gear are included.
Todtnauberg · Baden-Württemberg
A week of adventure in English – high up in the Black Forest: at the English Explorers camp in Todtnauberg, children aged 8 to 13 combine daily English sessions with native speakers with survival skills, treasure hunts, their own film shoot, a night walk and campfires. Accommodation, all meals, materials and 24/7 supervision included – the week ends with the big film premiere.
Lörrach · Baden-Württemberg
A week of Robin Hood-style adventure – in English: at the DJH youth hostel Lörrach, children aged 8 to 13 dive into an English-speaking adventure world – with daily interactive English sessions led by native speakers, survival skills, a treasure hunt, their own film shoot, drama and campfire evenings. Accommodation, all meals and 24/7 supervision are included; on the final day their very own film gets its premiere.
Blaubeuren · Baden-Württemberg
A week of adventure in English: at the English Explorers camp in Blaubeuren, children aged 8 to 13 combine daily English sessions with native speakers with survival skills, treasure hunts, their own film shoot, drama, a night walk and campfires. Accommodation, all meals and 24/7 supervision included – the week ends with the big film premiere and awards ceremony.
Bremsdorf · Brandenburg (Schlaubetal)
A week of Growth Academy deep in the Brandenburg forest: at the historic, lovingly restored Bremsdorfer Mühle, teens aged 14 to 18 combine total English immersion with native speakers and personal development – with a Strength Finder workshop, mindfulness and meditation, goal-setting, improv theatre and forest adventures. Accommodation, all meals and the full programme included; the week ends with the teens presenting their own projects.
Leipzig · Sachsen
Be a superhero for a week – in English. At the Academy of Heroes, children aged 8 to 13 discover their heroic strengths: an archetype ceremony, a self-designed hero t-shirt, missions, Hero Trials and their own comic workshop. Led by native-speaker trainers, 9:00 to 16:00 with a warm lunch included – on Friday the heroes present their showcase to parents.
Milow · Brandenburg
A summer-holiday week full of adventure in English: at the English Explorers camp in Milow, children aged 8 to 13 combine daily English sessions with native speakers with survival skills, treasure hunts, their own film shoot, a night walk and campfires – surrounded by nature in Brandenburg. Accommodation, all meals, materials and 24/7 supervision included.
Chemnitz · Sachsen
Be a superhero for a week – in English. At the Academy of Heroes in Chemnitz, children aged 8 to 13 receive their archetype card, design their own hero t-shirt, take on missions and the Ultimate Hero Trials and create their own comic books – all in English. The day runs 9:00 to 16:00 with a warm lunch included; on Friday the heroes present their showcase to parents.
Hamburg · Hamburg
Discover Hamburg – in English. At the City Day Camp at the Goldbekhaus in Winterhude, children aged 7 to 13 spend their holiday week with native-speaker trainers, daily from 9:00 to 16:00. Mornings are creative workshops building the weekly project (film, theatre or music); afternoons bring city adventures like bowling, swimming at Naturbad Stadtparksee and a Pirates Adventure. Friday: a scavenger hunt across Hamburg, presentations and certificates. Snacks and water are provided; children bring their own packed lunch.
Leipzig · Sachsen
A week in the spotlight – in English. At the Spotlight Academy, children aged 8 to 13 receive their own Performer Role in an opening ceremony, form ensembles and spend the week in theatre, improv and creative workshops – all in English. Led by native-speaker trainers, 9:00 to 16:00 with a warm lunch included – on Friday the young stars perform their live showcase for parents, followed by a certificate ceremony.
Göppingen-Hohenstaufen · Baden-Württemberg
A week of dancing like in an English dance studio: at the Dance Spotlight Camp in Göppingen-Hohenstaufen, teens aged 13 to 17 train hip-hop, contemporary, jazz and freestyle – entirely in English with native-speaker trainers. From technique and choreography to stage presence, the group builds towards the big Friday dance showcase for family and friends. Accommodation, all meals and 24/7 supervision included.
Bad Urach · Baden-Württemberg
One week, one real short film – in English. At the Movie Camp in the Swabian Alps, teenagers aged 10 to 14 develop their own story, write the script, work in front of and behind the camera, scout locations and edit their film as a team – guided by native-speaker trainers. On Friday the finished film celebrates its premiere.
Görlitz · Sachsen
A week of stage, song and choreography – in English: at the Musical Theatre Camp (the "Spotlight Camp"), teens aged 13 to 17 train in acting, singing and dance with native English speakers and professional performing arts trainers. At the historic youth hostel in Görlitz's old town, a complete musical takes shape over six nights – ending with the big "LevelUp Musical" showcase for families on Saturday morning. Accommodation and all meals included.
Falkenhain · Sachsen
A week of Growth Academy right on the lake: at the DJH youth hostel Falkenhain in Saxony, teens aged 14 to 17 combine total English immersion with native speakers and personal development – Strength Finder, mindfulness, goal-setting and improv theatre meet stand-up paddling, canoe tours and campfire evenings. Two summer 2026 sessions of six nights each with full board; the week ends with project presentations at the closing ceremony.
Dresden · Sachsen
A week in the spotlight – in English. At the Spotlight Academy, children aged 8 to 13 receive their own Performer Role, join an ensemble and work through theatre, improv, voice and character workshops towards their own showcase, performed live for parents on Friday. Led by native-speaker trainers, fully supervised 9:00 to 16:00 with a warm lunch included.
Chemnitz · Sachsen
A week in the spotlight – in English. At the Spotlight Academy, children aged 8 to 13 receive their own Performer Role in an opening ceremony, form ensembles and spend the week in theatre, improv and creative workshops. Led by native-speaker trainers, 9:00 to 16:00 with a warm lunch included – on Friday the young stars perform their live showcase for parents, followed by a certificate ceremony.
Stuttgart · Baden-Württemberg
From idea to launch in six days – in English: at the StartUp Camp, teens aged 14 to 17 build their own (practice) start-up. Through idea generation workshops, the Business Model Canvas, design thinking, finance and marketing challenges and urban challenges across Stuttgart, they work towards the big final pitch – complete with a certificate ceremony on the last day. Accommodation at DJH Stuttgart International, all meals and materials included.
Thallichtenberg · Rheinland-Pfalz
Wizard school at a real castle: during the autumn holidays, the historic DJH castle Thallichtenberg becomes a magical English-speaking world for children aged 8 to 13. Mornings bring magical workshops and effortless English practice; afternoons mean flying games, wizard tournaments and scavenger hunts across the castle grounds – daily from 9:00 to 16:00, no overnight stay.
Bad Homburg · Hessen
Be a superhero for a week – in English. At the Academy of Heroes, children aged 8 to 13 discover their heroic strengths during the autumn holidays: an archetype ceremony, team missions, Hero Trials, improv theatre and their own comic workshop. Led by native-speaker trainers, 9:00 to 16:00 with a warm lunch included – on Friday the heroes present their showcase.
Bad Homburg · Hessen
A week at wizard school during the autumn holidays – entirely in English. At the Academy of Magic, children aged 8 to 13 are sorted into their magical house, craft wands, brew in Potions Class and compete for the House Cup in the Grand Wizard Tournament. Native-speaker trainers run the fully supervised day from 9:00 to 16:00, warm lunch included.
Tulln · Niederösterreich
A week at wizard school during the autumn holidays: at the Academy of Magic, children aged 8 to 13 dive into a magical English-speaking world – with a Sorting Ceremony and House Cup, wand-making workshop, Flying Games tournament and a night walk through the enchanted forest. Accommodation, all meals and 24/7 supervision included; parents join the grand final ceremony on Saturday.
Blaubeuren · Baden-Württemberg
Five nights of being a hero – in the Swabian Alb. At the Academy of Heroes in Blaubeuren, children aged 8 to 13 discover their heroic strengths: an archetype ceremony, squad missions and Hero Trials, their own comic book workshop and a self-designed hero t-shirt – all in English with native-speaker trainers. Accommodation and full board included; families are invited to the Thursday Hero Showcase with certificates.
Hintersee · Bayern
Become a superhero – in the middle of the Bavarian Alps. At Hintersee, children aged 8 to 13 discover their heroic strengths at the Academy of Heroes: an archetype ceremony, team missions and Hero Trials, their own comic book workshop in English and real mountain adventures outdoors. Accommodation, full board, all materials, a hero t-shirt and 24/7 supervision included – parents are invited to the final Hero Showcase.
Brugg · Aargau
A week at wizard school during the autumn break – in Aargau, close to Zurich. At the Academy of Magic, children aged 8 to 13 dive into a magical English-speaking world: a Sorting Ceremony, wand-making workshop, flying games and wizard tournaments, enchanted-forest walks and grand final presentations. Accommodation, meals and 24/7 supervision at the youth hostel included.
Vöhl (Burg Hessenstein) · Hessen
Wizard school in a real castle: at the Academy of Magic at Burg Hessenstein, children aged 8 to 13 dive into a magical English-speaking world. The historic castle in Hesse becomes the setting for the Sorting Ceremony, house competitions, wand-making and quests – with native-speaker trainers throughout.
Bautzen · Sachsen
The Academy of Magic for Families: dive into a magical English-speaking world together at the DJH youth hostel Bautzen. In the mornings the children enjoy their magical English adventures while parents have free time – in the afternoons and evenings everyone comes together for shared workshops, challenges and city adventures through Bautzen's historic old town. Accommodation and meals included, guided by native-speaker trainers.
Leibertingen · Baden-Württemberg
A week at wizard school in Baden-Württemberg: at the Academy of Magic in Leibertingen, children aged 8 to 13 dive into a magical English-speaking world – with a Sorting Ceremony, house competitions, wand design, flying games and magical challenges. English is spoken throughout the camp week, guided by native-speaker trainers.
Colditz · Sachsen
Wizard school in a real castle: at the Academy of Magic at Colditz Castle in Saxony, children aged 8 to 13 dive into a magical English-speaking world – with magical missions, house competitions, wand-making workshops, drama and treasure hunts. The week ends with a festive final celebration, guided by native-speaker trainers.
Torgau · Sachsen
A week at wizard school in Torgau: at the Academy of Magic, children aged 8 to 13 dive into a magical English-speaking world – with a Sorting Ceremony, house points, wand design, flying games, quests and tournaments, plus sports and evening programmes. English is spoken all week, guided by native-speaker trainers.
Berlin · Berlin
Berlin is the classroom: at the City Daycamp based at the Kolle 37 adventure playground in Prenzlauer Berg, children aged 7 to 13 dive into English every day from 9:00 to 16:00. Mornings are creative project workshops (film, theatre or music); afternoons are city adventures – from zoo visits and Strandbad Weissensee to scavenger hunts – guided by native-speaker trainers. Friday brings the showcase with certificates. Snacks and water are provided; children bring their own packed lunch.
Strehla · Sachsen
Seven days, six nights, one big finale: at the Dance Spotlight Camp in Strehla, teens aged 13 to 17 train hip-hop, contemporary, jazz and freestyle during the 2027 summer holidays – entirely in English with native-speaker trainers. Technique, choreography, rhythm and stage presence build day by day towards the final Dance Showcase; no dance experience needed. Accommodation, meals and supervision included.
Rotenburg an der Fulda · Hessen
Wizard school during the autumn break: at the Academy of Magic in Rotenburg an der Fulda, children aged 8 to 13 dive into a magical English-speaking world – with a Sorting Ceremony, house competitions, wand-making, flying games and tournaments. English is spoken all week, guided by native-speaker trainers.
Todtnauberg · Baden-Württemberg
A week to grow – in English. At the Growth Academy in the Black Forest, teenagers aged 14 to 18 combine full English immersion with mindfulness, goal-setting workshops, leadership challenges and outdoor adventures. Native-speaker trainers guide the week, which closes with personal final presentations and a closing ceremony – warm lunch included.
Todtnauberg · Baden-Württemberg
Lights, camera, action – in the middle of the Black Forest. At the 'Make Your Movie' camp, children aged 8 to 14 write, act, film and edit their own short film entirely in English: from story pitch through scriptwriting and acting workshops to camera basics and editing. On Friday the finished film premieres – warm lunch included.
Solothurn · Kanton Solothurn
A week of stage, song and dance – in English: at the Musical Theatre Camp (the "Spotlight Camp") in Solothurn, teens aged 13 to 17 train in singing, acting, choreography and improvisation with native English-speaking trainers and performing arts facilitators – working all week towards a final showcase performance. Based at the Solothurn youth hostel in the historic old town on the Aare, with accommodation and meals included.
Wangerooge · Niedersachsen
Growth Academy on a car-free North Sea island: on Wangerooge, teens aged 14 to 18 combine full English immersion with personal development during the 2027 autumn holidays – Strength Finder and goal-setting workshops, mindfulness by the sea, leadership challenges, beach walks and tidal flat explorations. The week ends with a talent showcase and a final presentation celebrating everyone's growth. Supervised camp structure with shared meals included.
Hintersee (bei Berchtesgaden) · Bayern
Growth Academy at an Alpine lake: at Hintersee near Berchtesgaden, teens aged 14 to 18 combine full English immersion with native-speaker facilitators and personal development – mindfulness, goal-setting, leadership training, creative expression and outdoor adventure between lake and mountains. Accommodation, full board and 24/7 supervision included; the week ends with final presentations and a closing ceremony.
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At our holiday camps, children and teenagers learn English the way it works best: through experiences. Native-speaker trainers create days full of creative projects, games and adventures – from day camps in the city to overnight camps with campfires.
Inside look
The quickest way to see it: one camp day scrolled through as a story – from the morning circle through the workshops to the closing show.
Morning circle, workshops, lunch, games outside – one full camp day in about a minute.
Sound on: this is what it sounds like when announcements, games and jokes all happen in English.
Video coming One camp day as a story – vertical, the way you would watch it on a phone.
Shot from inside the camp by the people who run the week.
How many children are there, who looks after them – and how quickly strangers turn into a team.
Every camp is a world to dive into – and English is the language of the adventure. Five academy formats set the tone; you'll find all themes, locations and dates in the camp finder above.
The school of wizardry
A week at wizard school: children aged 8 to 13 dive into a magical, English-speaking world – with a Sorting Ceremony, house points and magical quests.
The hero camp
Become a superhero: children discover their hero strengths in team missions and Hero Trials – with their own comic workshop in English and real outdoor adventures.
The stage week
A week in the spotlight: at the opening ceremony every child gets their own performer role, then the ensembles work through drama, improv and creative workshops – all in English.
The week for teens
A week for yourself – in English: teenagers aged 14 to 18 combine full English immersion with mindfulness, leadership challenges and outdoor adventures.
The founder camp
From idea to pitch – in English: teenagers aged 14 to 17 build their own (practice) start-up in a week, from idea workshops through the Business Model Canvas to design thinking – working towards the big final pitch.
Our trainers are native English speakers from the UK, the USA, Ireland, Canada and beyond. They bring experience from education, theatre and coaching – and the knack for getting kids talking.
Real English from real people – every camp is led by native-speaker trainers.
First-aid qualifications, child-protection training and a clear supervision ratio – 8:1 around the clock at overnight camps.
No lessons, no vocabulary tests – English is simply the language of the camp, from breakfast to the final show.
Micaela Brazil & Ireland Micaela
Brazil & Ireland
A native speaker from Brazil and Ireland, she is a trained theatre pedagogue and dancer. She combines English learning with the performing arts to inspire learners of all ages. She loves dancing, sports and music.
We must be willing to let go of the life we planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us.
Rosie England Rosie
England
A native speaker from England and a trained thespian and filmmaker. She combines English learning with music, theatre and film to inspire young people around the world. She loves live music, cooking, running and dancing (very badly!).
In a world where you can be anything, be kind.
Katie Ireland Katie
Ireland
With roots in Ireland, she brings positivity and drive to LevelUp English as a native speaker. Her journey includes kindergarten teaching and leading LevelUp overnight camps, where she supports young learners with confidence and care. She enjoys travelling, music, dance, karaoke and crafting.
The day you plant the seed is not the day you eat the fruit.
Bree Australia Bree
Australia
Originally from Australia, she is a university-educated theatre and film graduate with a passion for games and teaching. For over seven years she has worked with young people, combining movement and play to create engaging learning experiences. She enjoys fire spinning, rock climbing and dancing.
If you live your life in fear you'll get nothing done.
Olivia London, England Olivia
London, England
Hailing from London, she studied at Rose Bruford College of Theatre and Performance and the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain. Since 2017 she has inspired children and young adults to grow in their English skills through creativity and confidence. She loves arts and crafts.
Hakuna Matata!
Nick England Nick
England
Originally from England, he is passionate about education and helps students discover English and the opportunities it unlocks. Having taught in several countries, he brings his love for adventure, sport and video production into every lesson. He enjoys rugby and playing guitar.
Give it your all — there's no such thing as failure, only growth.
Matthew Cape Town, South Africa Matthew
Cape Town, South Africa
Coming from Cape Town, South Africa, he is a down-to-earth theatre and filmmaking expert with a love for storytelling. He enjoys turning ideas into powerful performances and encouraging young people to create, perform and shine with confidence. Travelling, music and theatre are close to his heart.
Never, ever, give up.
Ed West Country, England Ed
West Country, England
Originally from the West Country in England, he has been leading LevelUp camps since 2022 with creativity and enthusiasm. He loves bringing filmmaking into his workshops, helping students find their voice in English. In his free time he enjoys motorbikes and rock climbing.
When nothing goes right… go left!
Chloe California, USA Chloe
California, USA
A dance and neuroscience graduate from California, she is passionate about movement and teaching. She creates playful spaces where students feel confident to explore, express themselves and grow. She enjoys cooking, writing and yoga.
What you are looking for is already in you… You already are everything you are seeking. — Thich Nhat Hanh
Frieda USA Frieda
USA
A charming American cowgirl taking the creative scene by storm, she is a multi-disciplined artist and filmmaker with a bold spirit. She shares her passion and skills with LevelUp students, inspiring them to express themselves with confidence. She loves baking and creative writing.
Creativity takes courage.
Joëlle New Zealand Joëlle
New Zealand
A vibrant creative force from New Zealand, she brings storytelling to life through photography, videography and music. Based in Berlin, she loves capturing human connection and inspiring students to express themselves in English. She enjoys songwriting and podcasting.
Creativity is intelligence having fun.
Aidan Dublin, Ireland Aidan
Dublin, Ireland
An easygoing Dubliner with a background in Applied Psychology, he brings experience from home care and special-needs schools to product design and workshop facilitation. Passionate about culture and creativity, he shares language through music, photography and new ideas.
Not all those who wander are lost.
Moments that stick – told by kids, parents and trainers.
The Sorting Ceremony felt like being in a film – and suddenly I was just speaking English without thinking about it.
I thought a whole week of English would be exhausting. In the end I didn't want to go home.
On the last day our daughter stood on stage hosting the show in English. We were speechless – she wasn't.
The Hero Trials with my team were the best part – our battle cry was in English, of course.
Our son came home with a finished short film – and has been asking every week since when he can go back.
In the evenings around the campfire the kids kept speaking English – voluntarily. That's exactly why we do this.
At day camps, children aged around 7 to 12 are reliably looked after from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm and are back home every evening. Overnight camps run for 5 to 6 nights, all-inclusive with full board and 24/7 supervision, for children and teenagers aged around 8 to 18.
No. Our camps are designed for all levels – our trainers meet every child where they are. English grows through joining in, not through exam pressure.
Continuously. Our supervisors hold first-aid qualifications and child-protection training, and there's a clear supervision ratio. At overnight camps someone is on hand around the clock (an 8:1 ratio).
Day camps are for children aged around 7 to 12; overnight camps are for children and teenagers aged around 8 to 18 – with groups organised by age.
Overnight camps run at selected locations, currently in Tulln (Lower Austria); we're still building up the Austrian day-camp programme. Send a no-obligation enquiry and we'll let you know as soon as more locations and dates are confirmed.
Our teams are trained for exactly this. The busy, community-focused daily schedule helps – and in an emergency we're always available for parents.
Head of Camps
As Head of Camps, Ed brings the overnight and day camps to the whole DACH region — set on giving every camper a standout experience.
He studied philosophy in Amsterdam, spent four years as a LevelUp trainer and has been with the camp department since early 2026. What he enjoys most is marketing the camps so the world sees what really happens at one.
Wake up every day with a reason to look forward to it. Do it deliberately — and enjoy it!
