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Beyond the Bunk: Why Laurus's "Specific Training Activities" (STAs) Are the Future of Kids Learning Camps
When you think of "summer camp," what comes to mind? Canoeing? Arts & crafts? Campfires?
Those classic activities are timeless for a reason. But what if a camp could offer all that and something more? What if it could offer your child a real, tangible skill, taught by an expert, every single day?
That's why we created our Specific Training Activities (STAs). It's the core of the Laurus experience and the reason we're known as one of the top kids learning camps in Montreal.
What Are STAs?
STAs are 75-minute daily sessions where campers get to dive deep into a subject they are genuinely passionate about. This isn't a generic, one-size-fits-all activity. It's a focused, specialist-led program that your child chooses.
It’s the difference between "playing with blocks" and learning the fundamentals of engineering in our Robotics STA.
It’s the difference between "painting a picture" and learning about technique and expression in our Arts STA.
It's the difference between "playing soccer" and running focused drills with an experienced coach in our Multi-sport STA.
Why 75 Minutes of Focus is a Game-Changer
1. It Builds Real Skills: A short, daily, focused session is the best way to learn. It's long enough to make real progress but short enough to keep kids 100% engaged.
2. It Sparks Passion: By choosing their STA, campers have instant buy-in. This autonomy is incredibly powerful. It gives them ownership over their learning and allows them to discover a new passion—or take an existing one to the next level.
3. It's Led by Specialists: Our STAs aren't run by general counsellors. They are led by specialists who are experts in their field. Your child gets to learn from someone who is truly passionate and knowledgeable about the subject, whether it's science, dance, or cooking.
4. It Builds Confidence: There is nothing more empowering for a child than seeing themselves get better at something. The progress they make in their STA builds a deep, authentic confidence that they carry with them long after the summer ends.
The Best of Both Worlds
The magic of the Laurus model is that campers get this focused, skill-building experience without sacrificing the classic camp fun.
After their 75-minute STA, the rest of the day is filled with the team sports, art activities, guest speakers, and camp-wide spirit that make summer camp so memorable.
It’s a "best of both worlds" approach. Your child gets to build real, 21st-century skills in robotics or science, and they get to build lifelong friendships while playing capture the flag.
That's the future of summer camp.
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