When parents go to schedule their kids’ summers, camp is often the first priority. Once a kid finds a summer camp they love, they want to be absolutely sure they don’t miss it. So, how do you make sure your camp is the one kids want to come back to again and again?
Before a kid wants to be a repeat camper, they have to want to come to your camp the first time. The secret is knowing what parents want to see in a camp. Here are three elements parents check out when they are considering a summer camp, and a tip for each one that tells you how 9 Square in the Air can help you in this area:
Interests:
Many parents are looking for a camp that focuses on a passion their child is pursuing. It might be soccer camp, musical theater camp or one that is centered completely on learning a new skill like knitting or horseback riding.
In some situations, parents aren’t as particular about the specific focus as much as they like to know that their camper will be engaged in active fun. Whether your camp is dedicated to a specific interest or you’re just keeping kids moving, 9 Square in the Air is an ideal addition. It serves as a great game on its own, as a station in a series that kids move through or as a filler between other scheduled plans.
Philosophy:
Parents will often want to know what ideas the camp embraces. Maybe you are running an adventure camp that celebrates grit, individuality and courage. You might be a camp that bills itself as a place where kids come back again and again, resulting in lifelong friendships. Maybe you are a faith-based camp, where building connections and loving your neighbor is a focus of the leadership.
9 Square in the Air can be used to drive home a variety of good ideas. It builds connections between the kids, so that when it is time to dive in a little deeper to discuss camp values, kids are willing to be a bit more open and contribute to the conversation.
Culture:
There are so many camps out there. Parents have thousands to choose from, so what makes your summer camp distinct? Even more than interests or philosophy, it’s probably the feel of the community that makes your camp one that kids want to attend every year. It’s that silly song with the over-the-top motions. It’s the annual mudslide on the big hill down to the lake. It’s the ridiculous awards presented at the end of the week.
No matter what defines the community at your camp, 9 Square in the Air can strengthen it. When you have a game like 9 Square in the Air that is easy to learn and easy to play, it acts as a leveling field for campers. Nobody is the star athlete when you play this game, so it causes everyone to build camaraderie as they play.
When it’s time to attract more kids to your camp, get the game that every summer camp director wishes they had: 9 Square in the Air! It’s the perfect icebreaker, time-filler and connection-builder. It makes every camp week better. Contact us to get yours ordered.
