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Christmas afterparty camp 2026

The calendar may say the festive season is over. We disagree. At AKS, we keep it going our own way: in a warm house, speaking English, heading out on a night hike, embracing a little Christmas chaos, and spending time with people who know you don’t have to be like everyone else to belong.
Starting at 100 EUR
If you register before Dec 13
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Christmas afterparty camp 2026
Early bird price 100 EUR
Dec 27 - Dec 30
Ages 11-17
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Christmas afterparty camp

Register now for €100: four days at camp, with all meals included.

About the camp

Check out last years' camp videos here.

The calendar may say Christmas is over. We disagree.

Between Christmas and New Year, time behaves strangely. The presents have been opened, the fridge is still full, it gets dark far too early, and nobody quite knows what day it is. So, rather than waiting around for New Year’s Eve, we are extending Christmas for another four days at the AKS campsite in Anykščiai.

The camp is open to young people aged 11–17. We will live together, play games, talk, watch films, create activities, head out on a night hike and allow a reasonable amount of Christmas chaos to unfold.

English will be the language of everyday camp life. It is not a separate lesson: we will use it while getting to know one another, discussing ideas, organising activities, sharing stories and working out who has once again left their mug in the wrong place.

You do not need to arrive ready to be the loudest person in the room. Some participants join in immediately; others prefer to look around first. Both are completely normal at AKS.

One important practical detail: because it will be winter, we will sleep indoors rather than in tents. This is good news for everyone’s toes, but it also means that places are limited.

Around 40 people fit comfortably across the campsite buildings. If we really, really try, we can accommodate 45, although the walls do not become wider through enthusiasm alone. Early registration is therefore strongly recommended.

First time at AKS? Have a look at previous camp stories on our Instagram account, @anglukalbosstudija, to see what camp life actually looks like. You can also call Aurelija on +370 627 24960 with any questions, concerns or suspicions that your teenager secretly wants to come but refuses to admit it.

Price 

Early bird price 100 EUR, after Dec 13 -  120 EUR, meals included. 

Arrival

Participants arrange their own transport to the campsite. If you do not have a lift, contact us and we will try to match you with another participant’s car. We cannot guarantee that a suitable seat will be available, but carless campers and empty car seats usually manage to find one another.

Accommodation

We will stay at AKS Campsite 2 in heated buildings with indoor toilets, hot water and electricity. Nobody will be required to prove their winter survival skills.

Participants need to bring their own sleeping equipment: a mattress, sleeping bag or duvet. We also recommend several pairs of warm socks and a hat.

It will be warm indoors, but some activities will take place outside, and Lithuanian winter rarely adjusts itself to our comfort preferences. Please bring suitable warm and waterproof clothing.

Participants sleep in several separate areas. At least two camp leaders stay overnight in each sleeping area.

What to bring

As this is a Christmas-themed camp, festive decorations are welcome: tinsel, Christmas hats, seasonal socks, snowflakes, fairy lights or anything else that has not yet fulfilled its purpose by the end of December.

You may arrive dressed as Father Christmas. You may bring one Christmas sock. You may bring nothing festive at all. We do not award points for decoration density.

How to register

Click here to register for 100 EUR for 4 days, meals included!

After registering, please pay a non-refundable €20 deposit. Your place is confirmed only once we have received the deposit and added you to the participant list. Completing the registration form alone does not reserve a place.

During the final week before camp, we will send you the Camp Agreement, Parent Consent Form, Camp Rules, packing list and directions to the campsite. Signed documents may be emailed to us in advance or brought to camp.

The remaining balance may be paid by bank transfer before camp or in cash upon arrival.

You may also pay the full amount together with the deposit. Please use “ANY CHR” as the payment reference.

Questions are welcome by phone, message or email — particularly those beginning with, “My child really wants to come, but…”


Preliminary Program

Sunday, 27 December:

18:00 Arrival of participants, unpacking, settling in

19:30 Opening circle with hot tea

20:30 Team building activities

21:30 Story telling activity - sharing biggest Miracles of your life 

23:00 Evening circle 

Monday, December 28th:

09:00 Wake up 

09:30 Breakfast 

10:15 Morning circle 

11:00 Team building games with the newly arrived ones

12:00 Workshop: Family vs Friends: what is the right balance?

14:00 Lunch 

15:00 Questions and Answers: Inconvenient truths about you

16:00 Surprise Activity! (made by YOU) 

17:00 Group work: The Perfect Gift

18:30 Dinner and Cleaning time 

20:00 Christmas Movie and Discussion 

22:00 Evening Circle 

Tuesday, December 29th:

09:00 Wake up 

09:30 Morning circle 

10:00 Breakfast 

11:00 Christmas Carols, translation and singing!

12:30 Reenactment of a Christmas Carol 

14:00 Lunch 

15:00 Advertising and its Messages  

17:00 Seminar: Christmas around the world 

19:00 Dinner and Cleaning time 

20:30 Night hike

22:00 Evening Circle 

Wednesday, December 30th:

09:00 Wake up 

09:30 Morning circle 

10:00 Breakfast 

10:30  New Year Resolutions

11:15 Cleaning Time 

12:00 Good Bye (Tears Optional)


See you right after Christmas!


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Frequently asked questions

How good does my child's English need to be to join an AKS camp?
Perfect English is definitely not required. At our camps, English is not a school subject and nobody is grading it – it becomes a tool for real communication. Participants need it to understand a game, ask a leader a question, explain an idea or communicate with an international team member. If a teenager understands some basic English and is willing to try, we usually find ways to communicate very quickly. Leaders speak clearly, demonstrate activities, use body language and adapt when something is not understood. For a child who understands virtually no English at all, however, a full week in an English-speaking environment may become constant stress rather than a positive challenge. In that case, contact us before registering and we can assess whether the camp is a good fit.
Can my child come to camp alone without knowing anyone?
Absolutely. A significant number of our campers arrive without a friend. During the first days, we deliberately help the group connect instead of expecting everyone to simply “find their people”. Leaders pay attention to who is still on the edge of the group, who finds joining in more difficult and who has not yet made a connection. Having a friend there can make the first day easier. It is certainly not a requirement for having a good week.
What age can children join an AKS residential camp?
Our summer #yoursummerinEnglish camps are generally for young people aged 11–17. Age alone, however, does not tell us whether somebody is ready. It matters whether the child has slept away from home before, whether they actually want to attend and whether they are at least a little interested in what the camp involves. If an 11-year-old has never spent a night away from family, is coming alone and does not really want to be there, the first days can be difficult. Before registering a younger participant, show them the photos, videos, rules and camp description. They should know where they are going – and agree that they want to go.
Is AKS camp suitable for shy, sensitive or neurodivergent teenagers?
Often, yes. These are actually some of the young people who can feel particularly comfortable in a camp that is not built around constant competition, noise or being the loudest person in the group. We leave room for different ways of participating, and our leaders pay attention not only to the most active teenagers but also to those quietly sitting at the edge of the group. We have experience working with autistic and other neurodivergent young people, and our summer campsite includes a quieter space where participants can step away from the group. However, neurodivergence is not one universal set of needs. If your child requires specific support, a very strict routine, individual supervision or has needs we should know about, please speak to us before registering. We would rather assess honestly whether we can provide the right environment than promise that every camp suits every child.
How do you deal with bullying and conflict?
We do not treat bullying as “just something children do” or as an unavoidable part of camp life. Leaders actively observe group dynamics and intervene when we see repeated humiliation, exclusion, name-calling or behaviour that makes somebody feel unsafe within the group. That does not mean every disagreement becomes an emergency. Teenagers also need opportunities to learn how to talk through a conflict, negotiate, apologise and deal with uncomfortable moments. Our role is to help them do that rather than pretend conflict never happens.
How do you keep participants safe at camp?
At our summer camps, there is approximately one staff member for every six participants. Leaders stay on site with the campers, an adult is on night duty, and we have first-aid supplies, fire-safety equipment and procedures for emergencies. We pay just as much attention to emotional safety: group dynamics, bullying prevention, boundaries, access to a trusted adult and making sure that neither the very quiet nor the very loud teenager disappears in the crowd.
Can participants use their phones at camp?
At our residential summer camps, phones spend most of the day taking a break from teenagers – and teenagers get a break from their phones. Devices are kept safely by the leaders and are normally returned for around half an hour in the evening. That gives participants time to message home, check what they need and share their day without turning every free moment into screen time. Parents can always contact the camp leaders if something urgent comes up. We do not limit phones because technology is “bad”. A whole week without constantly checking a screen is simply becoming a rare experience – and we think it is worth trying.
What happens if my child gets homesick and wants to leave?
Saying “I want to go home” on the first or second day does not automatically mean a child needs to be collected immediately. A new place, unfamiliar people, different routines and life away from home can be difficult even for quite independent teenagers. We first talk to the participant, try to understand what exactly is wrong and work on the actual problem – whether that means helping them connect with somebody, adjusting something practical or simply giving them time and support. We do not keep a child at camp at any cost. If the situation is not improving and camp has genuinely become distressing, we make the decision together with the family. This is also why we strongly recommend not sending a younger child to residential camp against their wishes. Camp can stretch a comfort zone; it should not begin with coercion.
Is an AKS English camp an English course?
No. That is rather the point. Participants do not spend half the day sitting with textbooks, taking grammar tests or counting how many new words they have “covered”. English is used for what language is actually meant for: communication. Activities, games, stories, instructions and conversations take place in English, so the language gradually stops feeling like a school subject and becomes a practical tool. Our aim is not to move somebody from B1 to B2 in one week. A much more realistic – and more valuable – change is when a teenager stops being afraid to speak because the sentence might not be perfect.
What does a typical day at AKS camp look like? Are participants busy all day?
We prepare a full programme, but camp is not a seven-day marathon where everyone has to be enthusiastically occupied from morning until night. A day includes group activities, smaller team challenges, creative tasks, games, time outdoors and less structured moments. Some activities are energetic; others are deliberately calm. The point is to create time and space for meaningful connections to start between people.
Where do participants sleep and what happens if the weather is bad?
At our residential summer camps, participants stay in tents at the AKS campsite. Leaders sleep nearby and an adult is on duty during the night. The campsite has electricity, hot water, showers, indoor toilets and indoor spaces that can be used for activities or shelter when necessary. Rain does not cancel camp – this is Lithuania, after all. If weather conditions become genuinely severe, however, we have indoor alternatives.
What should my child bring, and can you accommodate allergies or special diets?
Registered participants receive a detailed packing list before each camp. For our residential summer camps, this includes normal camping essentials such as suitable clothing, a sleeping bag, personal hygiene items and protection from rain, sun and insects. Meals are provided at the campsite. Allergies, intolerances and important dietary requirements must be declared during registration. We can accommodate many common dietary needs, but we are not an individual catering service and cannot create an entirely separate menu for every participant. If your child has a very restrictive diet or a serious food allergy, contact us before registering so we can discuss the situation properly.