Spotlight Academy: Film – Biberach
A week as… a filmmaker, a director, a screenwriter, a film star, an editor, an English speaker.
Booking, accommodation, catering and cancellations are handled directly by the DJH youth hostel Biberach – LevelUp delivers the full English programme.
Get booking updates- Format
- Overnight camp
- Ages
- Ages 13–17
- Location
- Biberach, Baden-Württemberg
- Dates
- 29 Mar – 3 Apr 20275–10 Sept 2027
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.
The concept
Welcome to the production
One week, one goal: a short film of their own. Participants work through every stage of a real production – script, directing, acting, camera, edit.
They shoot on real equipment and edit at the desk – and because directions, feedback and every creative decision happen in English, the language grows with the film.
The week closes with the premiere: a screen, an audience, applause – and a film that could never have existed without this crew.
- Day oneCrew & story development
- All weekShooting on real equipment & editing
- The finalePremiere of their own short film
What the kids experience
- Full film production – from script to premiere
- Real cameras, lighting, sound gear and professional editing software
- Directing and acting for camera
- Screenwriting and character development
- Video editing workshops
- Red-carpet film premiere on Friday
- Finished film taken home on USB
- Swimming, treasure hunt, talent show and movie nights
Venue & location
English holiday camp in Biberach, Baden-Württemberg
DJH Jugendherberge Biberach
The modern DJH youth hostel Biberach: comfortable multi-bed rooms (separate dorms for girls and boys), three nutritious meals daily (vegan, vegetarian and halal options) and 24/7 supervision by the native English-speaking team.
Dates & booking
- 29 Mar – 3 Apr 2027Get booking updates
- 5–10 Sept 2027Get booking updates
What’s included
- Full English programme with our native-speaker trainer team
- Accommodation & meals at the camp venue
- All materials & workshops
- Round-the-clock supervision
- Big final presentation with a certificate
Booking, accommodation, catering and cancellations are handled directly by the DJH youth hostel Biberach – LevelUp delivers the full English programme.
You’re part of the camp week too
From midweek updates to the big Final Presentation — you won’t miss a thing.
The Final Presentation
On the last day, you’re warmly invited to watch the campers show off what they’ve built over the week — from magical short films to adventure journals, from businesses they’ve launched to the final dance ensemble. Standing up and presenting in English is often the moment their new confidence really shows. Ceremony, snacks and a certificate for every camper included.
Midweek updates
You don’t have to wait until the last day to see what’s going on — our trainers share photos and stories from camp midweek, so you can follow along with what the group is up to almost live.
Frequently asked questions
My child only speaks a little English – is that a problem?
No. Our trainers run the whole day in English but meet every child at their own level: understanding comes first, and speaking follows once it feels safe. Playing, building and rehearsing together, even quieter kids warm up quickly.
Who looks after the kids?
A LevelUp team of native-speaker and international trainers runs the programme and stays with the group throughout the camp week. Midweek we share photos and short updates, and you are warmly invited to the final presentation on the last day.
How are the children accommodated?
In multi-bed rooms at the camp venue, with separate sleeping areas for girls and boys. The LevelUp team stays in the same house all week and is on hand at night too.
What if my child gets homesick?
Our team is around day and night and knows the classic second-evening dip well: closeness, distraction and a full programme usually do the trick. If a child needs more than that, we call you directly and decide together.
How do I register my child?
Right from the booking section on this page – via the booking link or an enquiry. After registering you receive all details on the schedule, packing list and payment.
Questions about this camp?
We are happy to help with the programme, travel and registration.
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