PowerfulYouth - Global Leadership Academy Discovery
7 days & 6 Nights
About The Camp
A collaboration with Powerful Youth, Global Leadership Academy is an experiential learning camp where participants will have many opportunities to learn core leadership skills, develop self-confidence, and apply their leadership skills to making a difference in their communities and in themselves.
Early Registrations
Register by 31 March 2024 to enjoy Special Savings!
Who is It for?
Junior Age 12-14 years & Senior 15-18 years.
Global Leadership Academy Discovery ( June 16 to 22, 2024 )
What and Who?
Participants will leave the program with a better understanding of their own leadership styles and strengths. They will also appreciate the importance of stronger teamwork and communication skills, and increased independence and confidence as leaders. They will also have learned valuable tools and frameworks that they can use for years to come, including essential life-skills related to goal setting, reflection, and problem solving.
GLA Discovery is open to youth ages 12-18 worldwide. Ages 12-14 are registered in our Junior stream, while ages 15-18 are registered in the Senior stream. All youth are hosted together at the same location, with select activities and projects facilitated separately based on age group
Main Highlights:
Confidence-building activities
Leadership skill development
Project management and development skills
Service learning in the community
Passion exploration
Goal setting tools and skills
Reflection activities
International environment of students and staff
Special Savings for early registration by 31 April 2024.
Camp: Global Leadership Academy
Venue: NSRCC Changi ,10 Changi Coast Walk Singapore 499739
(https://www.nsrcc.com.sg)
Date: June 16 to 22, 2024
Program Fee: SGD 2,950
- Early Registration: SGD 2,750 for registrations by 31 March.
- Additional Saving: SGD 100 each for registrations of 2 campers or more.
- Deposit : SGD 500 each payable within a week of registration to reserve a place at camp.
- Full payment: By 31 March to enjoy the benefits of the special savings above.
- Airport pick-up and transfer for unaccompanied minors can be arranged.
Frequent Asked Questions
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As it is a residential camp, can the campers choose not to stay overnight but go home and return to the camp every morning?
All campers should stay in the camp to get the full benefits of the program. Parents can make a request and we will consider accordingly, though we do not encourage it.
There is a Junior and a Senior Age group for the program. How will the program be conducted for the different age groups?
For group activities and projects, participants will be grouped by age (ages 12-14 or ages 15-18). Select activities and topics will also be facilitated concurrently but separately to make adjustments according to the age group.
What is the ratio of staff to campers and where are they from?
The program is conducted by a team of international facilitators and team leaders from the USA, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia, India, and many more. The ratio of Facilitators to campers will be 1: 20-30; and Team Leader to campers will be 2:10-15.
Are campers allowed to use their phones and laptops during camp?
At registration on Day 1, all campers are required to hand in their mobile phones and any other game or computer devices. They will be given 30 minutes of phone time each day, in the evening, as of Day 2.
Are campers expected to take any tests before and/or during camp?
It is not an academic camp so campers are not expected to take any tests even though we teach campers essential study skills. The focus of the camp is mainly on social and emotional developments.
What is the accommodation arrangements for campers?
6 to 8 campers will share a bungalow unit. Boys and girls will be in separate bungalows and our Team Leaders will conduct nightly checks to ensure their safety and security.
How many campers will there be and where are they from?
Typically, each camp will have 60 to 80 campers, with quite an even split between Junior and Senior groups, and it is an international camp with students from various countries including Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam and even the USA.
What is the food arrangement for the camp?
Everyone at camp will have 3 main meals a day, breakfast, lunch and dinner, and light snacks in between, including when they are back in the bungalows at night. We will ensure that the food is healthy, with fruits available daily, and we can cater for special dietary requirements including halal, vegetarians and vegans.
Can campers with learning disorders participate in the programs?
We try our best to be inclusive and do not discriminate against any camper. We will be happy to speak with the parents to assess how the program can benefit the child and the overall interest of everyone at camp.
Is there a requirement for student visa and does the camp provide airport transfer for overseas campers?
There is no need for any student visa and you just need to apply for a normal tourist visa. Yes, we do provide airport pick and transfer to the camp, even for unaccompanied minors, at an additional fee of SGD 100 for each camper. Day 1 of camp start at 2pm and the last day of camp finishes around 5pm. Overseas campers may need to arrive a day earlier and depart a day after the camp. There is an additional fee of SGD 100 for each night stay, inclusive of dinner and breakfast.
