Camp program 2026

A VARIED PROGRAM

The main emphasis is on variety. Our daily schedule is naturally structured, but the specific games and activities change every day. We make sure there is a healthy balance between physical and intellectual tasks, between active and creative activities, between sports and rest, and between competition and developing language skills. We also avoid leaving children with long periods of unstructured free time, because experience shows that it usually turns into aimless idling — and that quickly becomes boring for them. The most important aspect of our approach is that children learn English naturally, without even realizing it. For native‑speaking children from English‑speaking countries, we aim to offer a positive multicultural environment and the chance to explore linguistic diversity.

Summer camp game

The main element that connects all ten days of the camp is our big summer game. This year, it is called TEN DAYS IN THE PIRATE REPUBLIC. Participants of our camps have already become used to the fact that every year we set off into the world of an English‑speaking country, city, or another fascinating place and explore its culture and real‑life context. In previous editions of the camp, we have visited England, Australia, Hollywood, Scotland, New York, the Asian territories of the former British Empire, London, and traveled all across the United States. We have journeyed with the Tasmanian devil to his homeland, explored New Zealand, been invited to Ireland’s Emerald Isle, and ridden the wide‑open plains of Texas as cowboys. We greeted each other with “Aloha” in Hawaii, admired the bygone glory of Route 66, learned twelve Scottish dance figures, and experienced the California Gold Rush. We have ventured into the vast wilderness of Alaska, traveled to the Moon through the Apollo space program, and discovered the untamed nature and legends of the Wild West. Last year, we stepped deep into history and visited the legendary Kingdom of Camelot. This year, we invite you to an adventure that smells of salt, wood, and freedom. Together, we will travel back to the turbulent era of the Golden Age of Piracy and build our own Pirate Republic in the heart of the Caribbean. That is why this year’s camp game is called TEN DAYS IN THE PIRATE REPUBLIC! Together, we will establish New Nassau, the last stronghold of pirate freedom, where children will experience how laws were created, captains elected, and a community built that had to withstand pressure from the British Crown as well as the intrigues of spies. But what exactly was the Pirate Republic? And why is its story still fascinating today? Why did so many sailors choose the path of piracy in the first place? It wasn’t just about treasure and ships — it was an experiment in rules, a search for freedom and fairness beyond the reach of the British Empire.

In our story, children will explore the values that pirate communities of the 18th century experimented with: sharing the spoils, collective decision‑making, and rules designed to protect the weaker members of the crew. These principles will accompany us throughout all games and challenges. Some of the characters the children will meet in New Nassau are based on real historical figures — inspired by the actual Pirate Republic that flourished in Nassau in the Bahamas between 1715 and 1725. It was led by pirates such as Charles Vane, Calico Jack, and Anne Bonny, who created their own rules and briefly resisted the pressure of the British Crown. During our ten‑day adventure, children will discover what everyday life among pirates looked like, how leaders were elected, how disputes were resolved, and why the Empire eventually sought to eliminate this free‑spirited enclave. We will also add a broader context of the Golden Age of Piracy, roughly between 1650 and 1730: why piracy spread, what motivated sailors, and how relationships between pirates and the colonial powers evolved. These historical insights will enrich our games and help children understand that the pirate world was not only romantic, but also a complex social experience. So what challenges and adventures await us during our ten days in New Nassau? Building the republic – assigning roles, writing pirate laws, and creating our own stronghold; Captain elections – learning democratic principles in a pirate setting and choosing leaders for each crew; Defending the harbor – preparing tactics and fortifications to repel attacks from the Crown; Hunting for spies – uncovering traitors among us through clues and evidence during thrilling missions; Sharing the spoils – practicing fair decision‑making and negotiation in real situations; The secret of the sunken ship – a team‑based treasure hunt with maps and clues, where children discover a wreck, explore its story, and safely retrieve its treasure;

Diplomatic missions – role‑playing negotiations of treaties, trade exchanges, or truces, practicing listening and communication; Seafaring skills – knots, celestial navigation, and working “on deck”; Pirate tales by the fire – evening storytelling about legends and real pirate lives; Night watches and signals – learning to cooperate even in tense moments. All activities will playfully combine English with vivid historical experiences, giving children not only new skills but also a broader understanding of the era that shaped the modern maritime world. Join us in New Nassau for an unforgettable adventure — where the past comes alive, legends inspire, and new memories are made. You certainly won’t regret it. Alongside traditional camp games and competitions, we introduce completely new and unique activities each year, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy. Our games are created collaboratively by English-speaking teachers and Czech camp leaders, bringing together a blend of creativity and teamwork. Beyond fun and adventure, the games are designed to subtly enhance language skills, build confidence in self‑expression, and strengthen practical communication abilities. These skills will support children during future travels and prove invaluable in English exams.

Daily program

What should children bring with them? Comfortable clothing for the camp's daily program, a swimsuit, a table tennis paddle, maybe a guitar for singing at the campfire, and something fun for the disco — all of these will certainly come in handy at EUROCAMP. Each morning, the children have breakfast together and then set off with their leaders for the morning activities. During this time, they learn the key vocabulary and interesting facts connected to that day's main theme. It's not a boring lesson — it's engaging, interactive, and fun. They also play plenty of sports. Because we care about a healthy balance between mental and physical activities, we offer a wide range of sports suitable for everyone. Throughout all these activities, the children naturally use English as their main spoken language. After lunch, there is a rest period — the perfect time to relax in the shade by their cabins, chat with friends, or take part in quiz-style knowledge competitions. Afterwards, there is a short afternoon meeting where everyone learns about the rest of the day's program — and then an afternoon full of adventure can begin: We will plunge into turbulent waters and set out for the heart of the Pirate Republic of New Nassau! Whether you dream of becoming a fearless captain, a clever navigator, or a fair‑minded judge of the pirate council, TEN DAYS IN THE PIRATE REPUBLIC offers challenges for everyone. It won’t be just an ordinary summer adventure; it will be a lesson in cooperation, courage, and responsibility — filled with exciting games, strategic battles, and night‑time missions. Hurry — New Nassau is calling! In the evening, the day’s events connected to the camp game are wrapped up and reflected on, and then everyone is ready for a disco, a movie, a campfire, or any number of other fun and engaging activities. That is why children return home full of new skills, wonderful memories, and the experience of a truly bilingual camp.

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