King's College School Cascais Summer Camp Brochure 2025
DIVE INTO AN ADVENTURE-FILLED SUMMER CAMP
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Experience an unforgettable summer with exciting water sports programmes, thrilling tennis and football adventures and embrace new challenges while having fun and making lifelong memories.
WELCOME
From exciting aquatic activities, such as yacht sailing and surfing, to tennis and football thrills, the King’s College, Cascais summer camp programmes partner with esteemed sports centres and institutions to bring the most unforgettable summer experience for children from 6 to 15+ years old to tackle new challenges and make lifelong memories in a safe and secure environment.
All our camp experiences offer an outstanding opportunity for young people to develop new skills, acquire internationally recognised certification in water sports, learn from tennis and football legends, and discover new passions while immersing themselves in the Portuguese culture through activities and excursions to our partners’ facilities and other local sights. The camps come in two options: a day programme
and a residential programme, where students stay in our premium boarding facilities, truly immersing themselves in the school and local environment.
Our aim is to ensure that children not only have a summer full of thrills and discovery, but that they also have the chance to learn, grow, expand their mindset and make friends from all over the world.
CAMP OPTIONS
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Our camps are packed full of fun and learning, and are available as follows:
MEGA CAMP: For 6-9-year-olds
JUNIOR CAMP: For 9–12-year-olds
SENIOR CAMP: For 13-15+-year-olds
Morning activities are designed in one-week blocks, which allows campers to diversify their camp experience further by selecting a different activity for each week of the session. On the other hand, afternoon activities are in fixed two-week blocks.
Itineraries and activities for the Mega camp are a set itinerary of multiple activities between sports, arts, cultural visits and academic workshops.
CHOOSE YOUR SESSION 1
• SESSION 1: From 6 th July to 19 th July
• SESSION 2: From 20 th July to 2 nd August
CHOOSE YOUR CAMP TYPE 2
• RESIDENTIAL:
Arriving Sunday/Departing Saturday
• DAY: Monday to Friday, from 8:45 to 17:40
CHOOSE YOUR ACTIVITIES - JUNIOR & SENIOR CAMPS 3
TAILOR YOUR CAMP
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Elevate your summer by customising your camp experience.
Students in the Juniors and Seniors summer camps can build and tailor their camp to their preferences, giving them the chance to learn new skills based on their interests in a friendly, joyful environment.
Yacht Sailing (Seniors only)
MORNING ACTIVITY (per week)
Surfing & Water/ Beach Safety
Tennis with Racket Pro Quinta da Marinha & João Sousa Football with a premium Football Club
Horse-riding in Quinta da Marinha
Public Speaking and Debate AFTERNOON ACTIVITY
Pre-engineering with Bufori
MORNING ACTIVITY OPTIONS: YACHT SAILING
For Seniors (13-15+ years old) | 16 hours per week
Our Sailing option for seniors is an exciting programme in partnership with West Coast Lisbon Sailing Centre, one of the only two Royal Yachting Association (RYA) training centres in Lisbon. Campers gain practical skills under the guidance of highly qualified Yachtmaster instructors.
WHAT WILL CAMPERS LEARN
YACHT BASICS: Understanding yacht structure and functions
ROPEWORK: Essential knots and handling techniques
SAILING SKILLS: Mastering navigation, underway procedures and sailing rules
SAFETY PREP: Man overboard recovery, required clothing and handling emergency equipment
WEATHER & METEOROLOGY: How weather impacts sailing
Students will receive a Start Yachting certificate – a fully internationally recognised qualification that they can use to continue their Yachtmaster journey through the RYA system.
MORNING ACTIVITY OPTIONS:
SURFING & WATER/BEACH SAFETY
For Juniors (9-12 years old) and Seniors (13-15+ years old) | 12 hours per week
Our surfing option is conducted in partnership with Cascais Routes, a renowned company for outstanding outdoor and adventure sports experiences. Campers will receive surfing training from leading sports experts, offering personalised feedback and guidance.
WHAT WILL CAMPERS LEARN
SURFING TECHNIQUES: Hands-on lessons and practice on the water
LIFEGUARD SKILLS: Basic rescue techniques and safety assurance
EQUIPMENT PROFICIENCY: Getting familiar with surfing gear and how to use it effectively
UNDERSTANDING WATER CONDITIONS: How currents, tides and waves are influenced by various factors, and how to navigate them when surfing
At the end of the camp, children will be more confident to not only continue their surfing journey successfully, but also embrace new challenges with more optimism and self-assuredness.
MORNING ACTIVITY OPTIONS: TENNIS
For Juniors (9-12 years old) and Seniors (13-15+ years old) | 12 hours per week
Our Tennis option is led by João Sousa, former Top 30 ATP player and one of the best Portuguese tennis players of all time, along with his expert coach. In partnership with Racket Pro Quinta da Marinha, this programme offers campers an unforgettable one- or two-week experience to sharpen their skills on premium indoor and outdoor courts.
WHAT WILL CAMPERS LEARN
TENNIS TECHNIQUES: Building and refining strokes, serves, volleys and footwork and how to apply them in a real-life game context
GAME STRATEGY: Understanding positioning, shot selection and tactical play during a match
PHYSICAL CONDITIONING: Developing agility, speed and endurance specific to tennis
MENTAL FOCUS: Enhancing concentration, decision-making and match confidence
PERSONALISED FEEDBACK: Small group ratios that establish a strong coach-to-athlete relationship and greater opportunities for skill development
By the end of the camp, students will have developed their tennis techniques, strategic thinking and physical conditioning, enabling them to progress in their game with confidence and a deeper understanding of the sport.
MORNING ACTIVITY OPTIONS:
FOOTBALL WITH A PREMIUM FOOTBALL CLUB
For Juniors (9-12
years old) and Seniors
(13-15+
years old) | 12 hours per week
Our football option, created in collaboration with a premium Football Club, offers an elite experience for children, providing them with the opportunity to learn from expert professionals. Training will commence on the school’s premium facilities, such as our high-end AstroTurf field and state-of-theart gymnasium.
WHAT WILL CAMPERS LEARN
INDIVIDUAL FOOTBALL TECHNIQUES: Dribbling, passing, shooting, positioning, etc.
TACTICAL PLAY: Understanding formations, teamwork and strategic decisions on the field
PHYSICAL CONDITIONING: Training for strength, endurance and agility required
PRACTICAL SKILL APPLICATION: Developing skills during practice and translating them to real-life game situations
MENTAL RESILIENCE: Building confidence, focus and game-day readiness
By the end of the programme, campers will have developed their skills, strategic thinking, resilience and confidence on the pitch to continue their football journey.
AFTERNOON OPTIONS
PUBLIC SPEAKING AND DEBATE
Public speaking and Debate will be all about developing communication skills, allowing children to learn key skills to be more effective communicators. Campers will be challenged to think outside of the box and to have a sharp critical thinking mindset.
PRE-ENGINEERING
For this optional activity, children will work with a range of workshops within engineering, robotics and design, with the opportunity to build an EViE (Electric Vehicle in Education) from Bufori. These vehicles are specifically designed for use in education, allowing students to do it almost independently by following diagrams and schemes work. Over the two-week camp, our students will be working on assembling this vehicle under the guidance of a specialised teacher. They will work with different tools to assemble the chassis, wheels, pedals and steering wheel, and learn how to connect all the electric components to make the car work. This will be complemented with a range of engineering workshops and lessons to hone their creative and skilled minds into the world of engineering.
HORSE-RIDING AT QUINTA DA MARINHA
Our horse-riding afternoon activity offers a chance for a true equestrian experience. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Portuguese Riviera, campers will enjoy expert-guided rides through lush landscapes, learning the fundamentals of riding while bonding with the animals and strengthening their self-confidence. This activity not only fosters patience and coordination but also provides the opportunity to explore the beauty of nature, creating an unforgettable experience.
MEGA CAMP MULTI ACTIVITY
6-9 years old
During our Mega camp, children aged 6 to 9 will enjoy a fun-filled experience, developing new skills and tackling exciting challenges through a variety of activities from water sports, to climbing, excursions and much more.
If campers are interested in Football, we also have our afternoon alternative option, where they can opt for football training with a premium Football Club instead of the afternoon multi activity.
LAND AND WATER-THEMED ACTIVITIES
INDOOR CLIMBING: Building strength and confidence
HIGH ROPES: High-energy fun and coordination
BEACH GAMES: Teamwork and strategic thinking in action
PREMIUM FOOTBALL : Optional selection of expert football training in a 2-hour afternoon block
SURFING & KAYAKING: Learning water sports in a fun, safe environment
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES:
SCAVENGER HUNT: Engaging problem-solving and exploration
DRAMA & COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Confidence-building exercises
S.T.E.A.M. WORKSHOPS: Hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics
EXCURSIONS: Thrilling adventures exploring nature on a Sinta Wild Tour and a Hiking Tour
With each week offering a different theme, campers will have the chance to immerse themselves in a wide variety of stimulating activities, all while learning, exploring, and building new friendships.
DATES
• WEEK 1: 7 th July to 11 th July
• WEEK 2: 14 th July to 18 th July
• WEEK 3: 21 st July to 25 th July
• WEEK 4: 28 th July to 1 st August
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
RESIDENTIAL AND DAY CAMP
• Fully qualified and trained English-speaking teachers and monitors
• Weekly excursions
• Engaging projects and exciting indoor and outdoor activities
• Accident insurance
• Communication and photo-sharing platform for parents
• All materials and equipment for each activity
• Snack and lunch*
• End of camp report and certificate
RESIDENTIAL CAMP
• Premium accommodation in our modern, newly built boarding house, with en-suite bathrooms
• Evening activities
• All three meals provided*
• 24/7 supervision and assistance from our residential monitors
• Weekend excursions and activities
MEGA CAMP
• Fully qualified and trained English-speaking teachers and monitors
• Engaging projects and exciting indoor and outdoor activities
• Accident insurance
• Communication and photo-sharing platform for parents
• All materials and equipment for each activity
• Snack and lunch*
*ALL MEALS ARE ADAPTED FOR ALL ALLERGIES, SPECIAL DIETS AND/OR INTOLERANCES
OUR SCHOOL
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King’s College School, Cascais is part of one of the most prestigious educational institutions in the world, the King’s College Group, benefiting from the group’s 50-year heritage of academic excellence, coupled with the global experience and expertise of Inspired, the leading global education group.
LOCATION
The school is located in the Cascais area, 5 minutes away from the amazing coastline of the Portuguese Riviera, where we will develop most of our activities. Cascais offers a wonderful blend of tradition and innovation, with ample opportunities to learn more about Portuguese culture alongside students tackling new challenges and developing their skills and interests at our engaging camp programmes.
FACILITIES
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The school boasts a wide range of premium, state-of-the-art facilities, including:
• Tennis court
• Swimming pool
• Indoor sports hall
• Gymnasiums
• 11-a-side football field
• Theatre
• Laboratories
• Premium boarding facilities
MAIN CAMP EXCURSIONS
For ages 9 to 15+
Our excursions allow students to visit some of the region’s most exciting attractions and sights. From nature attractions to cultural enrichment, we offer a wide variety of activities, such as:
• Hiking at world-famous national parks
• Sight-seeing in Lisbon and Sintra
• Attending a GT and Formula car racing event at Autodrome
