English Challenge Plus Program

Best for:

　Kids who already have basic conversation skills and can communicate about their day, needs and wants, and make basic small talk in English

　Kids who gained fluency at international preschool but may have lost some fluency since they entered Japanese elementary school

　Kids who have some conversation skills but aren’t confident about their ability to speak only English at camp

　Kids who meet any of the criteria above and scored 8 or more out of 10 on our Challenge Plus Self Assessment Video

Going Beyond the Classroom

This program is perfect for campers who are intermediate English speakers or who have studied English extensively, but aren’t yet ready for a 100% immersive English environment. Our Challenge Plus program is a big step up from our basic Challenge program.

English learners often struggle taking the English they’ve learned in the classroom out into the real world. Essential to taking that step is practicing with fluent speakers. Camp is a perfect place for campers to build English confidence by using words and phrases that they’ve learned in the classroom in everyday situations.

Camp life without relying on Japanese

In the Challenge Plus program, campers are encouraged to use as much English as possible throughout the day. Staff speak almost entirely in English to campers, and team leaders speak only English. If Japanese is needed, we have support staff to help. Japanese language support will be limited to translation, emergency/dangerous situations, and emotional support.

However, we do not entirely forbid Challenge Plus campers from using Japanese. We believe one of the most important aspects of camp is the relationships built between campers, and most Challenge Plus campers aren’t ready to make friends using only English.

The Challenge Plus Self Assessment Video

Choosing the correct English level is critical for your child’s camp experience. Too easy, and they may be bored and unchallenged. Too hard, and they risk having an unsafe and discouraging camp. Challenge Plus is just right for campers who are already comfortable with communicating in English, but who are not yet at the near-native level required for our 100% English-only Immersion Program. To help you make the right choice, we have created the Challenge Plus Self Assessment Video. Please watch the video below with your child, and see if the Challenge Plus Program is right for your camper.

Real American Summer Camp, in Japan

American summer camp is about kids learning for themselves, trying new things, and becoming more independent. English Adventure’s age-specific program design ensures that each camper gets the right level of excitement and fun. Camp staff are there to support campers as they take on new challenges and grow into leadership roles.

For repeaters, coming back to camp means reconnecting with camp friends and building on shared experiences. Making memories to last a lifetime is one of the key reasons parents choose to send their campers to English Adventure year after year.