It can be difficult choosing the right summer camp for your child with so many types of summer camps. This guide to summer camps can help make your life easier and more affordable! There is a long list of types of summer camps from the more traditional North American camps to more modern specialist camps. Each of these types of summer camps offers its own positives, as well as its own limitations. Here are 5 things to think about when choosing the right summer camps: 1) Activities How diverse are the activities for your child? If the camp runs for one or more weeks, you need some range of acti ..read more

If your child will attend summer camp for the first time or is switching to a different one this year, he or she may feel a combination of excitement and nervousness. But that’s OK! That’s because the benefits of going to a summer camp far outweigh any nervousness your kids may feel. In fact, a study by the American Camp Association found that children who attend a camp over the summer saw increased self-esteem, independence, leadership, friendship skills, social comfort and values, and decision-making skills, from the beginning to the end of the program. But the newness of it all ca ..read more

Make sure your child has everything they need each day to make day camp a fun and enjoyable experience. Use the packing list below to help prepare for day camp. Backpack: A backpack with multiple storage areas is best. Make sure some of the compartments are large enough to hold the extra set of clothes, swim gear, and towels that a day camper may need. Exterior pockets allow for quick access to smaller items, like tissues, hand sanitizer, and sunscreen. Easy accessibility to water will help your camper stay properly hydrated all day long. Water Bottle: Water is the best drink for your child ..read more

Welcome To A Summer Full of Adventure @ Kumbuka Summer Camp! We want to provide your children with an experience of a lifetime! Our Summer Adventure Camp takes every aspect of the ultimate camp experience and wraps it into one main program. We aim to provide a summer packed with fun through our various camp activities and by fostering meaningful connections with new friends. We are offering 8 glorious weeks that campers will get the opportunity to participate in theme based activities, arts and crafts, science, dance/drama, physical activities, outdoor fun, team building exercises and more! W ..read more

Now more than ever, we want our children to engage in a safe and meaningful time at camp. There are so many options for parents to choose a thrilling and enjoyable summer experience for their children. So how do they choose? So Why choose Kumbuka Summer Camp?? There are so many great programs available, but these aspects of camp life set us apart. Ultimately there are going to keep your kids happy and safe this summer. Small Group Focused – Every one of our offerings this summer will be at a maximum 1:4 ratio (leader to camper). As of our weekly adventures will max out at 20 particip ..read more

What COVID-19 precautions to still take when kids go to camp this summer. As people continue to step up and become vaccinated in record numbers, COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations have decreased, leading to the lift of additional public health orders and easing restrictions.  As more restrictions are lifted and it seems society is returning to the new “normal”, many families are eager to enroll their kids in summer camps. But is it safe to send your kids to camp, with lower rates of vaccination for children under the age of 12? According to experts, the answer is yes — if the proper prec ..read more

Children are spending a significant amount of time indoors than playing outside, especially as we attempt to normalize life through Covid-19 but research has shown numerous benefits of playing in nature which is why we incorporate in our play. We believe that this exposure not only fosters a value for nurturing our environment but it creates a bond to nature that promotes cognitive and social development. 8 Benefits of Nature Play 1. Improves Focus and Concentration: Spending time in nature improves children’s ability to focus and concentrate. Studies have demonstrated that nature-based exper ..read more

Children dove into the wonderful world of art around us exploring drawing, painting and print making with various materials. Painting with bubbles, drawing shadows, and discovering the many ways sand and crayons could transform into magical creations children showed off their creative genius. From sand casting to mixed media puzzle making children allowed their imagination to lead them in creating Amazing Art.  Discovering art was all around us with each game of colourful fun allowing children to see art is everywhere. Join us next week as we Game On putting an exciting twist to ..read more

Teamwork, competition and loyalty made for a unique experience this week at camp. As children took on challenging obstacle courses, target practices and unusual races, it was more than just another sport day at camp.  It was an experience of skill building games and activities that promoted strategy, coordination, and the spirit of cheer. From Jousting battles to becoming Feather Ninjas and beyond children engaged in play that allowed them to show off their strength and develop and grow in new skills. It was amazing to see laughs and help children offered to one another in every chal ..read more

Our first Week was filled with a lot of fun and learning of new cultures and places.  From Canada to Zimbabwe children had fun exploring games, crafts and activities children from all over the world do. First stop Canada celebrating Canada Day with Canadian Flags works and Fireworks in a Jar. As we covered each other in cotton and dodging giant marshmallows friendships were made and it was onto our next stop.  As we flew over Africa children enjoyed exploring animal games and making Calabash bowls. We saw how flexible and agile children could be from leaping high to balancing objects ..read more