Teen Growth Academy – Todtnauberg
A week as… a braver version of yourself, a public speaker, a leader, a goal setter, a deep thinker, an English speaker.
Sign up for date updates- Format
- Day camp
- Ages
- Ages 14–17
- Location
- Todtnauberg, Baden-Württemberg
- Dates
- Summer holidays 2027
A week to grow – in English. At the Teen Growth Academy in the Black Forest, teenagers aged 14 to 17 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.
The concept
Welcome to the Growth Academy
Growth starts with discovering what is already in you. So the week begins with your own strengths – and builds on them: workshops, team challenges and conversations that actually mean something.
Outside, adventure is waiting: outdoor challenges, nature and shared missions. And because everything happens in English, the language grows too – when you have something to say, you find the words.
The week ends with new friendships, a final presentation and a confidence that travels home.
- Day oneDiscovering your own strengths
- All weekWorkshops, outdoor challenges & real conversations
- The finaleFinal presentation – showing what has grown
What the kids experience
- Mindfulness and self-awareness sessions
- Goal-setting workshops with a personal roadmap to take home
- Leadership challenges and team projects
- Emotional intelligence and communication activities
- Outdoor challenges in the Black Forest
- Full English immersion with native-speaker trainers
- Final presentations and closing ceremony
Venue & location
English day camp in Todtnauberg
DJH Jugendherberge Todtnau-Todtnauberg
The DJH youth hostel Todtnau-Todtnauberg sits in the Black Forest: mountains, woods and fresh air create a calm setting for reflection – far away from everyday routines.
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.
What does a camp day look like?
Mornings start with interactive English sessions; afternoons are for projects, games and challenges – all in English, all supervised. Exact drop-off and pick-up times come with your registration confirmation.
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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