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Learn, Discover, Achieve! 1
THE CAMP WHERE LEARNING ISAN ADVENTURE.
2018 Vacation Programs
AGES 7 TO 18
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Tamwood Camps are about
learning, discovering and
embracing what life has
to offer. Become the best
you can be, while creating
amazing memories that
will last forever.
Learn, Discover, Achieve!
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18 TORONTO 21 SAN FRANCISCO
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CONTENTS
TAMWOOD CAMPS PROGRAM OPTIONS
English & Activity Camp for Juniors
Teen Global Learner Camp
Robotics Camp
Performing Arts Camp
Teen Outdoor Leadership Camp
Winter Teen English & Activity Camp
Family English & Activity Camp
Closed Group Study Tours
English Curriculum Overview
TAMWOOD CAMP LOCATIONS
Montreal
Toronto
Whistler
Vancouver
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Boston
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Summer Camp at U of T Missisauga
Teen Global Learner Camp – Ages 13-17
English + Activities – Ages 7-12
Performing Arts Camp - Ages 13-17
TORONTO
Summer Camp at SJSU
Teen Global Learner Camp — Ages 13-17
English + Activities — Ages 7-12
SAN FRANCISCO
Summer Camp at SFU
Teen Global Learner Camp — Ages 13-17
English + Activities — Ages 7-12
Winter Teen English Camp — Ages 12-18
Family Winter Program — Ages 7+ to 12+
VANCOUVER
Summer Camp at UCLA
Teen Global Learner Camp — Ages 13-17
English + Activities — Ages 7-12
LOS ANGELES
Summer Camp at Whistler Village
Teen Global Learner Camp — Ages 13-17
English + Activities — Ages 7-12
Outdoor Leadership Camp — Ages 13-17
Family Summer Program — Ages 7+
WHISTLER
Summer Camp at Curry College
Teen Global Learner Camp — Ages 13-17
English + Activities — Ages 7-12
Teen Robotics Camp - Ages 13-17
BOSTON
Tamwood Locations
Vancouver
Whistler
San Francisco
BostonToronto
Los Angeles
montreal
Summer Camp at Concordia University
Teen Global Learner Camp — Ages 13-17
English + Activities — Ages 7-12
MONTREAL
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ABOUTTamwoodGiving Your Kids an AdvantageTamwood Camps are not just a vacation; they’re fun
with a purpose - to improve your child’s future. By
sending your child to Tamwood, you will open new doors
for them - academic, social and personal doors - which
will enhance their life. In teaching them to speak English,
helping them discover what their true passions and goals
are, teaching them positive character traits and giving
them the chance to test themselves and in the process
build their self-confidence and self-esteem, Tamwood Camps gives your child an advantage in life and memories
to last a life-time. Whatever your child
dreams about, with the skills they gain at Tamwood, they
can make their dreams come true.
Ages and NationalitiesCampers are divided into two age groups for all activities
and classes: Juniors, ages 7-12 and Teens, ages 13-17
(18 in winter). Campers come from over 30 counties
every summer including: Argentina, Austria, Dominican
Republic, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia,
Czech Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong,
India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Mexico, Peru, Russia,
Saudi Arabia, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, Thailand,
UAE, USA, Ukraine, Venezuela, and Vietnam.
Meals & Special DietsCampers living in residence enjoy 3 meals and an evening
snack every day. Meals are served buffet style and
campers can choose what they like. Vegetarian options
are always available and other special diets can be
accommodated with advance notice. Homestay hosts
provide breakfast and dinner in the home and lunch is
provided at camp.
Airport TransfersCampers are met at the airport by Tamwood staff and
taken to the campus. Transfers are provided free of charge
for campers arriving and departing on Sundays between
8:00 and 20:00. Airport transfers are provided at the
following airports: Los Angeles: Los Angeles International
Airport (LAX), Boston: Logan International Airport (BOS),
San Francisco: San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
and San Jose International Airport (SJC), Vancouver &
Whistler: Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Toronto:
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Montreal:
Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
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What’s Included• Classes in English, Robotics, Performing Arts or
Outdoor Leadership*
• Activities and sports led by experienced instructors
• Minimum one full day and two half day
excursions/week
• Evening activities for campers living in residence
• 24 hour supervision
• Emergency medical insurance
• Accommodation (except for self-arranged students)
• All meals, if staying in residence or homestay
• Airport transfers from designated international
airports on Sundays
• Weekly laundry service
StaffOur staff are hired from across Canada and the world,
on the basis of their values, passion, skills, and genuine
love for children. Our unique and careful interview
process allows us to identify candidates who have
the intelligence, compassion, skills and motivation to
be successful. Every staff member, whether new or
returning, arrives at camp early and has an extensive
training period before your child arrives. We are
committed to making a difference in your child’s life.
Care and SafetyTamwood cares for all of its campers as much as their
parents do, and safety of all campers and staff is a top
priority for Tamwood. Our carefully designed rules and
procedures ensure that all activities are carried out in a
safe manner. Also, all equipment is checked regularly
to ensure that it is in safe working condition.
We work extra hard to make sure your kids make
friends and feel connected and cared for from day one.
Parents can sleep easy knowing someone is looking out
for their child as much as they would.
*Not offered at all locations
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ActivitiesMost activities offered are instructional so campers learn
new skills and improve existing skills under the organized
coaching and leadership of trained Tamwood staff.
Activities vary by campus and by week and may include:
Alpine Hiking, Arts & Crafts, Badminton, Baseball,
Basketball, Camping, Canoeing, Cycling, Dancing, Drama,
Dodge Ball, Football, Frisbee-Football, Games Nights,
Hiking, Ice Skating, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Movie
Nights, Road Hockey, Rock Climbing, Scavenger
Hunts, Spa Activities, Soccer, Social Activities, STEM
activities, Swimming, Talent Shows, Volleyball, Yoga.
Note: All activities are “English Only”!
Tamwood brings out the best in its campers through its
innovative and experiential learning programs that target
students’ unique learning needs and interests.
* Refer to website for detailed weekly schedules for all programs. ** Core Programs offered depend on age and campus and include: English Classes, Robotics Classes and Performing Arts.
Time
9:00–12:15
12:15–1:15
1:30–2:45
2:45–3:00
3:00–4:30
4:30–4:45
4:45–5:45
5:45–7:15
7:15–9:00
9:00–10:00
10:00–11:00
Monday
Core Program Instruction**
Activities 1 Creative, Athletics, Leadership or Adventure
Changeover
Activities 2Creative, Athletics, Leadership or Adventure
Shopping at Westwood Village
Sunday
Camper Arrivals
New Campers settle in and unpack
TamwoodAdventure Passport
Layover campers go on Optional Excursion
Welcome BBQ
TamwoodAmazing Race
Tuesday
Core Program Instruction**
Venice Beach & Boardwalk
(Half Day Excursion)
Field Games or Art Projects
Wednesday
Core Program Instruction**
Activities 1 Creative, Athletics, Leadership or Adventure
Changeover
Activities 2 Creative, Athletics, Leadership or Adventure
Swimming
Thursday
Disneyland
(Full DayExcursion)
Dinner
Friday
Core Program Instruction**
Activities 1Creative, Athletics, Leadership or Adventure
Changeover
Activities 2Creative, Athletics, Leadership or Adventure
Dinner/Banking
Tamwood Carnival
Saturday
Core Program Instruction**
Beverly Hills Tour & Hollywood Walk of Fame
(Half Day Excursion)
Dinner
Back to the 80’s Disco
Sample Schedule – los angeles
Back to Residences
Lunch Lunch
Dorm Time
Dinner/Banking
Dorm Time
Back to Residences
Conversation Club
Snack & Supervised Free Time in the Dorms
performing arts
ENGLISHLEADERSHIP
ROBOTICS
Program Options
PROGRAM FOR JUNIORS, AGES 7-12English and Activity Camp All Locations
PROGRAMS FOR TEENS, AGES 13-17English and Leadership:
Teen Global Learner Camp All Locations
Robotics Camp Boston
Outdoor Leadership Camp Whistler
Performing Arts Camp Toronto
Winter Teen English Camp Vancouver
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English AND Activity Camp FOR JUNIOrs Ages: 7-12
Send your kids to this camp and they will be thanking you for
months! This structured program provides kids with an amazing
and safe international educational experience. Our talented and
caring staff teach, inspire and guide the kids to Explore, Learn and
Achieve, while making memories to last a life-time.
This fun educational camp for kids combines English language
classes with instructional and recreational activities, social
activities and exciting excursions to culturally important local sites.
Young learners in this program will:• Learn essential language skills while increasing their
fluency and confidence in using English• Make new international friends
• Learn new creative, sport and social skills
• Enhance their self-esteem and personal responsibility
• Experience North American culture
• Have an amazing international experience!
camp Includes:• 20 English lessons/week (1 lesson = 45 min)
• Organized instruction in a range of sports, creative,
adventure and cultural activities
• Exciting and fun sightseeing, social activities,
excursions and cultural events
Locations: Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Whistler, San
Francisco, Los Angeles and Boston
English Levels Offered: Beginner to Advanced
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Teen Global Learner Camp Ages: 13-17
With the guidance of our skilled staff and coaches your teen
will learn new skills, expand existing abilities, discover talents
they didn’t know they had, and forever transform themselves
in wonderful ways you can barely imagine. Tamwood’s unique
approach links the core subject of English to technology,
leadership, the arts, sports, culture and outdoor education.
The Tamwood Teen Global Learner Camp provides teenaged campers with a rich
educational experience through English language classes, educational activities, cross
cultural living arrangements, leadership training and activities, and critical reflection. Campers become “global citizens” who have an international understanding and
perspective, stronger academic English and communication skills as well as the core life
skills and competencies that will enable them to happily succeed in life, wherever they
find themselves in the future.
TEEN Global Learners Will Achieve:• Improved English fluency and written English skills,
with a focus on English for post-secondary studies
• Leadership and teamwork skills
• Cross-cultural communication skills for their global future
• Enhanced self-esteem and personal responsibility
• Skills in setting and achieving measurable goals
Camp includes:• 20 lessons per week of English Instruction and Learning
(1 lesson = 45 min)
• Leadership Skills Programming and Activities
• Fun and Educational Cultural Events, Sightseeing and
Social Activities
• Organized instruction in a range of Sports, Movement,
Technology, Creative, Adventure and Cultural Activities
Locations: Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Whistler, San
Francisco, Los Angeles and Boston
English Levels Offered: Beginner to Advanced
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Robotics Campers Will Achieve:• New skills in robotics and STEM
• Leadership and teamwork skills
• Cross-cultural communication skills for their global future
• Enhanced self-esteem and personal responsibility
• Skills in setting and achieving measurable goals
Camp includes:• 20 lessons per week of Robotics instruction and learning
(1 lesson = 45 min)
• Leadership Skills Programming and Activities
• Fun and Educational Cultural Events, Sightseeing and
Social Activities
• Organized instruction in a range of Sports, Movement,
Technology, Creative, Adventure and Cultural Activities
Location: Boston
English Level: Upper Beginner to Advanced
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced STEM skills
RoboticsCamp Ages: 13-17
Learn and have fun with robotics. This program uses the VEX
Robotics System which offers teens an exciting platform for
learning about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM)
concepts and applications. Through STEM learning, campers grow
their ability to tackle complex problems and develop their curiosity
and passion to learn and explore. Beyond science and engineering
principles, a VEX Robotics project also encourages teamwork,
leadership and problem solving among groups.
This program is designed for collaborative learning. Tamwood encourages students to
utilize their English skills and any prior knowledge or experience with robotics or STEM.
When not in class, students enjoy planned activities on campus as well as field trips to explore the wonderful city of Boston. Students will tour Massachusetts Institute of
technology (M.I.T.) and Harvard, two universities leading the industry on technology
and entrepreneurship.
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performing arts Camp Ages: 13-17
In the Performing Arts program at UTM-Mississauga, teen
campers will explore and develop skills in Drama, Acting and
Theatre, Music, Dance, and Film. Led by passionate instructors
with a variety of Performing Arts backgrounds, campers will work
together to produce a final showcase including song, dance and
non-musical scenes for other campers and Tamwood staff.
This challenging and exciting course will not only encourage campers to build new
friendships and self-confidence and but also provide an immersive English language experience.
When not in class, students enjoy planned activities on campus as well as field trips to explore the fast paced and exciting city of Toronto. Toronto is an epicenter of culture,
the city is well known for the many Broadway plays, improve groups and an impressive
collection of large and small theatres throughout the city.
Performing arts Campers will Achieve:• An understanding of the fundamentals skills needed in
Performing Arts including dance, voice, acting, film and performance
• An understanding of how to present themselves
professionally in performance situations – either at
auditions or on stage
• Leadership and teamwork skills
• Cross-cultural communication skills for their global future
• Enhanced self-esteem and personal responsibility
• Skills in setting and achieving measurable goals
Camp includes:• 20 lessons per week of musical theatre classes
• Student led final Showcase event for the camp students and staff
• Leadership Skills Programming and Activities
• Fun and Educational Cultural Events, Sightseeing and
Social Activities
• Organized instruction in a range of Sports, Movement,
Technology, Creative, Adventure and Cultural Activities
Location: Toronto
English Level: Upper Beginner to Advanced
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced acting/singing/
dancing/film skills
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• Leadership
• Planning
• Decision making
• Safety and risk management
• Communication and facilitation
• Team work
• Time management
• Goal setting
• Independence
• Confidence• Self-awareness and discovery
Camp includes:• Professional instruction in adventure
sports and leadership
• Bi-weekly 3 day guided outback
camping trip
• Fun and Educational Cultural Events,
Sightseeing and Social Activities
Location: Whistler
English Level: Upper Beginner to Advanced
Skill Level: No skills required but students
should be healthy, active, enjoy outdoor
activities and be able to carry a pack with
gear while hiking
Teen Outdoor Leadership Camp Ages: 13-17
Do More. Learn More. BE MORE! Join a small group of teens
from around the world who, like you, are ready for more than
what a standard camp offers. You will learn important leadership,
team work, personal responsibility, outdoor and safety skills as
you experience new adventure activities and enjoy wilderness
overnight backpacking in the mountains.
Outdoor Leadership Campers will Achieve:Learn skills like how to kayak, rock climb, whitewater paddle, backpack, navigate
and mountain bike. Along the way develop even more valuable soft skills including:
Time
8:00–8:30
9:15–12:30
1:45–5:00
5:00–5:45
7:15–9:00
9:00–10:00
10:00
Monday July 24
Program overview
Team building games
Biking Adventure
Whistler Village
Sunday July 23
Camper arrivals
Campers settle in
and unpack
Tamwood Camp
welcome games
Tuesday July 25
Whistler
Peak 2 Peak
Wacky Fashion
Show
Wednesday July 26
Lost Lake Trail Loop
Leadership
Workshop
Outdoor Cooking
Challenge & Packing
Thursday July 27
Overnight
Camping Whistler
Friday July 28
Late return from
camping trip
Tamwood Crazy
Olympics
Saturday July 29
Leadership
Workshop
Rock Climbing
Jungle Disco
Whistler Outdoor Leadership Camp Summer 2018 - Teen ages • 13-17 • 1Residential - week 4 schedule
Supervised free time in the dorms
Camper wake up
Breakfast
Lunch Lunch
Snack & supervised free time in the dorms
Lights out
Supervised Free Time in the Dorms
Dinner Dinner
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WINTER TEEN ENGLISH and ACTIVITY CAMP Ages: 12-18
With its local ski hills, mild weather and many attractions,
Vancouver is full of adventure and fun in January. Your teen will
have a rich educational experience through English language
classes, educational activities, cross-cultural living arrangements,
leadership training, social and sporting events and activities, and
critical reflection.
Activities & ExcursionsGreat excursions and activities make for some seriously
fun learning. The activity program includes skiing, ice
skating, swimming, dancing, shopping, sightseeing visits
to the Suspension Bridge, Science World, the Aquarium,
a hockey game and more.
AccommodationsTeens get maximum contact with English speakers
through our Homestay Program. All homestay hosts are
carefully selected and offer single or twin rooms, three
meals a day and lots of attention to their guest students.
Program Includes• 20 lessons/week (1 lesson = 45 min.)
• Great sightseeing, social activities, excursions and cultural
events
• Skiing / Snowboarding at Grouse Mountain
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:• Victoria, Seattle, Whistler
Location: Vancouver city centre campus.
January and February
English Levels Offered: Beginner to Advanced
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SAMPLE ACIVITY AND EXCURSION SCHEDULE - WINTER TEEN ENGLISH CAMP
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Locations and Dates: Vancouver in January and Whistler in July/August
AccommodationsFamilies stay together in apartment hotels, vacation
homes or in Vancouver, with Canadian host families.
Ages: ADULTS - 18+
KIDS – in Vancouver ages 12-18; in Whistler ages 7-17*
*Note: Babysitting and day camp options are available in
Whistler for kids aged 3-6 years. Contact Tamwood for
details.
Learning: English Classes: 20 lessons a week
Activities: Kids and teens take part in the summer/winter
camp activity program, and parents can take part in the
adult school activities or do self-arranged activities like
golf, spa services, museum and gallery visits…
Family FUN Time: Families enjoy evenings and Sundays
together. Tamwood can provide suggestions and assistance
in booking sightseeing, event and restaurant reservations.
FAMILY ENGLISH and ACTIVITY CAMP
closed group STUDY TOURS
Why let your kids have all the fun? You can
travel together and enjoy a family learning
holiday this winter or summer vacation
period. While your kids are learning and
exploring with their peers in a Tamwood
Camp program, you can build your English
fluency and skills in the Tamwood Adult
English Centre close by. Sundays and
weeknights are free for family time.
Tamwood provides customized language
and activity programs for groups of
students in all months of the year.
These closed group programs are offered in
Toronto, Vancouver and Whistler and can
be customized to suit the interests, dates
and budget of the group. Contact us for a
customized group study tour program.
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Young learners, ages 7-12Campers take part in a General English course - 20 lessons
(45 minutes each) per week. Campers improve their
English skills through integrated lessons that focus on the
key areas: speaking, listening, reading and writing through
lessons, fun activities, role plays, group and individual work
and multi-media. A strong focus is placed on speech and
using the language confidently and fluently.
Teens, ages 13-18Campers in the Teen Global Learner Camp and the
Winter Teen English and Activity Camp, follow a General
English program – 20 lessons (45 minutes each) per
week. Teens develop their English fluency and written English skills, with a focus on English for post-secondary
studies. Teens learn through a project-based curriculum
that also enhances their skills in collaboration, leadership
and responsibility and their knowledge of internationally
themed real-world issues.
Meet our Teachers The English teachers at our camps are not ordinary
teachers – they are caring, youth-orientated, fun and
inspiring. Besides a university degree and certification to teach English, they also have experience working with
kids and teens and know how to engage and challenge
young minds.
English Curriculum and TeachersEnglish Curriculum For: English and
Activities Camp for Juniors, Teen Global
Learner Camp, Winter Teen English and
Activity Camp, Family English and Activity
Camp, Closed Group Study Tours.
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Camps Offered• English & Activity Camp: Ages 7-12
• Teen Global Learner Camp: Ages 13-17
• Customized French Camp (for group bookings of 10+
only): Ages 7-17
AccommodationsCampers live in a modern residence building that features
shared bedrooms and washroom facilities. Meals on
campus are served buffet style.
Montreal
Concordia UniversityMontreal, a bi-lingual - English and French – city, is
Canada’s third largest city and offers an amazing number
of attractions, events and festivals, making it a vibrant and
cosmopolitan summer camp location.
Tamwood’s Montreal Summer Camp is located on the
campus of Concordia University. The campus covers four
square kilometers in the heart of downtown Montreal, is
only 40 minutes by car from the Montreal airport, and
is close to St Lawrence River, Old Montreal, markets,
museums and many other famous sites. The location of
this campus makes it a very safe and attractive choice for
international campers.
Optional Activities• White Water Rafting
• Six Flags
• Aquazillad
• Shopping Trips
• Cinema
Excursions• Overnight Ottawa Trip
• Overnight Quebec City
Trip
• Mini Golf
• Museum of Fine Arts
• Biosphere
• Notre Dame Basilica
• Ice Skating
• Wax Museum
• St. Joseph’s Oratory
• La Ronde Six Flags
• Botanical Gardens
• Planetarium
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TORONTOUniversity of TorontoToronto is Canada’s largest city and offers an amazing
number of attractions, events and festivals making it a
great cosmopolitan summer camp location. Tamwood’s
Toronto summer camp is located on the University of
Toronto campus, Mississauga.
The campus is situated on 225 acres of protected
greenbelt along the Credit River and is 20 minutes by car
from the Toronto airport, 25 kilometres west of the city
centre of Toronto, close to Lake Ontario, Niagara Falls,
Canada’s Wonderland and many other famous sites. The
location of this campus makes it a very safe and attractive
choice for international campers.
Camps Offered• Teen Global Learner Camp: Ages 13-17
• English & Activity Camp: Ages 7-12
• Performing Arts Camp: Ages 13-17
AccommodationsCampers can live on campus or with a carefully selected
Canadian family in homestay. The modern residence
on campus features private rooms with semi-private
washrooms, bright and clean dining facilities and spacious
common areas. Meals on campus are served buffet style
and homestay students enjoy full board accommodation.
Optional Activities• Scenic Caves
• Professional Football
Game
• Hockey Hall of Fame
• Ripley’s Aquarium
Excursions• Blue Jays Baseball Game
• Royal Ontario Museum
• Bowling
• Shopping at Eaton Center
• CN Tower
• Toronto Premium Outlets
• Toronto Zoo
• Casa Loma
• Canada’s Wonderland
• Niagara’s Falls
• Blue Mountain Resort
• Woodbine Beach
• Ontario Science Center
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Whistler, British ColumbiaLocated 120 kms north of Vancouver, the Whistler area is
home to two famous ski mountains, and the valley offers
sports, hiking and cycling trails, a world class mountain
bike park, four fresh water lakes, a medical centre, shops,
restaurants, a movie theatre, golf, tennis, white water
rafting, an indoor swimming pool, and much more.
Tamwood’s English school is located in the Whistler
Village close to everything! Students take part in activities
at various facilities located throughout the resort.
Camps Offered• English & Activity Camp: Ages 7-12
• Teen Global Learning Camp: Ages 13-17
• Outdoor Leadership Camp: Ages 13-17
• Family Camp: Ages 7-17 and 18+
AccommodationsCampers live in a modern residence building with shared
bedrooms and washroom facilities. Meals are all you can
eat and self-serve in the dining area.
Optional Activities• Glacier Skiing/
snowboarding*
• Zip Lining
• White Water Rafting
• Paint Ball (Teens Only)
• Mountain Biking
*Glacier skiing/riding only available
to intermediate or advanced level
skiers/riders and is offered only in
July subject to weather and glacier
conditions. Availability is
not guaranteed.
Excursions• Overnight Vancouver
Trips
• Science World
• Vancouver Aquarium
• Squamish Boating
Adventure
• Bounce Trampoline Park
• Whistler Mountain Peak 2
Peak Tour
• Britannia Mines Tour
• West Coast Heritage Park
• Ice Skating
• Mini Golf
• Tree Tops Adventure
• Camping
WHISTLER
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VANCOUVERSimon Fraser University CampusVancouver, host to the 2010 Olympic Games, is
considered one of the most beautiful cities in Canada. It
is situated on the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by lots of beaches, mountains and nature.
Tamwood’s summer camp in Vancouver is located at
the prestigious Simon Fraser University, at the summit
of Burnaby Mountain overlooking beautiful Vancouver.
Downtown Vancouver is a short twenty-five minute drive from SFU.
Camps Offered• Teen Global Learner Camp: Ages 13-17
• English & Activity Camp: Ages 7-12
AccommodationsThe majority of campers living in residence are assigned
to single dormitory rooms at SFU. All washrooms are
shared facilities. Meals are served buffet style in the
campus dining hall. Homestays in single rooms with full
board are also available.
Optional Activities• Movie Theatre
• Laser Tag
• Ice Skating
• Playland
Excursions• Whistler Mountain
• City of Victoria
• Vancouver Aquarium
• Stanley Park
• Bowling
• Granville Island Public
Market
• Science World
• Capilano Suspension
Bridge
• Playland Amusement Park
• Cultus Lake Waterpark
• Outlet Shopping
• UBC Tour
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SAN FRANCISCOSan Jose State UniversitySan Francisco is a wonderful place for young people to
spend their summer. Located in the Silicon Valley and
close to the city, the university campus is modern, clean
and has many excellent facilities. The campus is safe for
young people and also accessible to the best attractions
in the city.
Campus facilities include gyms, sports fields, auditorium, and computer lab with free Internet.
Camps Offered• Teen Global Learner Camp: Ages 13-17
• English & Activity Camp: Ages 7-12
AccommodationsEach room in residence has up to three beds and shared
washroom facilities. Meals are all you can eat style and
served in the campus dining hall.
Optional Activities• Laser Tag
• Movie Theatre
• Rapid Waterslides Park
• Whale Watching
Excursions• Golden Gate Bridge
• Grace Cathedral
• Alcatraz
• Fisherman’s Wharf
• NASA Research Center
• Union Square
• Golden Gate Park
• Silicon Valley
• The Tech Museum of
Innovation
• San Jose Museum of Art
• Stanford University
• Oakland Athletics Baseball
game
• Great America Theme
Park
• Santa Cruz
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Optional Activities• Universal Studios
• Kayaking
• Soak City Waterpark
• Beverly Hills Trolley Tour
Excursions• Disneyland
• Six Flags Magic Mountain
• Griffith Observatory• LA Dodgers Baseball
Game
• Hollywood Walk of Fame
• The Getty Museum
• Natural History Museum
• Citadel Shopping Outlets
• California Science Center
• Knott’s Berry Farm Theme
Park
• California Science Center
• Petersen Car Museum
• Santa Monica Pier
LOS ANGELESUCLAThe question in Los Angeles is never what to do, but
where to begin. Los Angeles is home to many famous
attractions - your choices include amusement parks,
architectural landmarks, art museums and galleries,
beaches, parks, hiking and shopping, to name a few.
Tamwood Summer Camps is located at the University
of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). It is located in the
residential area of Westwood and bordered by Bel-Air,
Beverly Hills and Brentwood. Its central Los Angeles
location makes it the perfect place for this summer camp
which is so rich in sightseeing excursions.
Camps Offered• Teen Global Learner Camp: Ages 13-17
• English & Activity Camp: Ages 7-12
AccommodationsEach room in residence has up to three beds and
campers share washroom facilities. Meals are all you can
eat style and served in the campus dining hall. Tamwood
students will have the opportunities to enjoy many of
the UCLA campus facilities including swimming pool,
computer lab, recreation facilities and free internet.
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BOSTONCurry CollegeThe city of Boston is America’s premier college town and
one of its most international cities. First incorporated in
1630, Boston is also one of the United States’ oldest cities.
Our Boston Summer Camp is located at Curry College.
Situated on a 135-acre wooded campus and only 7 miles
from the downtown core of Boston, Curry College is
a great location not only for its beauty but also for the
safety and security that it provides for our Summer Camp.
The campus is right next door to the Blue Hills natural
reservation, which offers breathtaking views and many
kinds of outdoor recreation opportunities.
Camps Offered• English & Activity Camp: Ages 7-17
• Teen Global Learner Camp: Ages 13-17
• Robotics Camp: Ages 13-17
AccommodationsThe student residence is comprised of double and single
rooms in a suite style setting (6 per suite). Each suite is
equipped with two single bathrooms, a kitchenette, and
a common space. Meals are all you can eat style and
served in the campus dining hall. Campus recreation
facilities include gyms, a pool, sports fields, and computer labs with free internet access.
Optional Activities• Bike Riding
• Zoo
• Beach Day
• River Boat Cruise
Excursions• Martha’s Vineyard/Cape
Cod
• Boston Red Sox Baseball
Rhode Island
• Harvard University/MIT
• Six Flags New England
• Prudential Tower Skywalk
• Quincy Market
• Boston Freedom Trail
• New England Aquarium
• Museum of Fine Arts
• USS Constitution Museum
· Franklin Park Zoo
• Shopping
REGISTRATION
Tamwood International Camps
200-889 W Pender Street,
Vancouver, BC, Canada V6C 3B2
Tel: +1 604-899-4480
Fax: +1 604-899-4481
Email: [email protected]
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Tamwood International is a privately owned British Columbia limited Company.
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• 25YEARS
WinnerSTM Star Awards
English Language
School
2015, 2017
FinalistSTM Star Awards
Junior Course for
Under 18s
2012,
2014-2016
WinnerSTM Star Awards
Junior Course for
Under 18s
2013, 2017
FinalistSTM Star Awards
English Language
School
2009-2014,
2016