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English Immersion Course English Learner's Course

○Returnee kids
○Native-English speakers living in Japan
○International School students who are comfortable in English

English Adventure was first created to serve the returnee community enrolled in JOES, ROOTS and other schools dedicated to maintaining returnees' precious English skills. Our Immersion Courses are 24-hour English-only environments, and are the closest your child can come to an overseas experience without a plane ticket!

Immersion Courses are not English classes -- we provide a true American-style camp experience along with outstanding nature education, and English is the living tool that campers use to enjoy these experiences. That's why English Adventure Summer Camp is great for non-Japanese campers too!

○Kids with even NO English experience
○Kids who are learning English, but still need some support in Japanese
○Some returnee kids who have not retained a high level of English

Whatever your child's English level, English Adventure promises an exciting, secure experience that will give your child improved communication skills and a positive attitude to English. Our structured camp environment and teaching methods allow your child to quickly use English in daily living. The atmosphere is much like an overseas homestay, but our caring bilingual staff are always ready to give your child support in language he or she can understand.
Not Sure Which Course Is Suitable?
Some returnee kids lose a lot of their English skill after some years in Japan. That's why English Adventure's programs are here! If you're not sure which course is best for your child at this point, we'll be happy to discuss your child's case, and suggest the best option. Please contact English Adventure anytime, in English or Japanese.
Online Application
(Please contact us if you have any trouble applying online)
   
We will confirm your application within 24 hours, and send payment details.
   
Pay camp fee by bank or postal transfer by the due date
   
We will mail you an orientation letter after confirming payment. This will include all the information you need to get ready for camp.
Of course, you can contact us anytime if you have questions!
 
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Who are the staff?
The Summer Camp staff are from several countries including the USA, Canada, Australia, and Japan (returnee). They include JOES teachers and assistant language teachers (ALTs) from junior high and high schools. Most of them attended summer camps as children, and even worked as camp counselors in their home countries. They are excited to create the same experience in Japan!
In addition to the regular camp counselors, we also have Japanese assistants, to make sure your child gets all the attention and care he/she needs.
How many students per staff member?
We plan a ratio of approximately 8 students per 1 staff member. Not only will this ensure adequate supervision and safety, but also lots of personal contact between your child and the staff.
My child is young / small, and so I'm a little worried. How will the children be divided?
For some activities, the children will be grouped according to age and/or physical ability, to make sure that everyone can enjoy participating safely, and at a level they can understand. When appropriate, both younger and older campers will participate together. We believe that it is valuable to have this exchange between different ages, sexes, and cultures!
In fact, we typically have more elementary school students that junior high students. This may be because more junior high students are busy with prep school, club, etc. So your younger child will have many friends of the same age and size!
My child doesn't know anyone else. Can you make sure that he/she has a good time?
Most children come to camp alone, but they quickly make friends! Your child will be in the same group and with the same counselor much of the time, so they become a close team.
We do several team-building and trust-building activities at the start of camp, to help everyone get into the right spirit. Still, on sports day and in several other activities, everyone will have a chance to enjoy some very friendly competition!
My child returned to Japan several years ago, and has become weak in English. Will he/she be OK?
We have students with a very wide range of abilities, from perfectly fluent to somewhat weak English. Because we work in small groups, and because we create a cooperative atmosphere, everyone can be included, no matter what their ability! The kids freely help each other, so there's no need to worry.
Many parents commented that their children returned home speaking English more smoothly, so we hope your child will have the same benefit.
My child has no experience hiking. Will he/she be OK?
No problem! We will have several hiking courses available, ranging from very easy to challenging. We encourage students to challenge themselves, but they can choose the course they wish to hike.
Before hiking, we stretch and warm up to prevent injury. Also, we teach the children some basic rules of hiking, for their own safety and for good manners. Finally, we have staff at the front and rear of each hiking group, to make sure that no one gets lost and that everyone is feeling fine.
Last year, most kids told us that the hikes were challenging, but that they had a good time and were happy they did it. That's the feeling we want them to have!
My child has never stayed away from home, and might become homesick. How do you handle that?
We have experience dealing with homesick children. They generally forget about their homesickness after a day or two of having fun! We will give them the support they need to enjoy the camp. But just in case, they can call you from the public phone. Please include a phone card in your child's bag if you are worried about this.
How can I contact my child or the staff during the camp?
You can call the campsite office 24 hours a day, to give us a message or speak directly to your child. If we are out doing an activity, they will pass a message to us as quickly as possible.
Also you can call Dave Paddock anytime on his mobile phone. At some places in the camp, the signal is very weak. If you cannot connect, please leave a message at the campsite office, and we will contact you right away.
Where will the children eat?
Most meals will be eaten in the cafeteria. The menu is quite varied, and the meals are all nutritious and filling. English Adventure also provides plenty of snacks and drinks throughout the day. We have a very active camp, but we make sure everyone has lots of energy! Also, for safety and health, we make sure everyone has enough to drink during outdoor activities.
 
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