Young Adults
Summer CAMP in NYC
Our Young Adults English camp in New York is tailored for 18 to 22 year olds (and up to 25), who want to enjoy a full schedule of activities without all the supervision. The camp includes English sessions, half board accommodation in en-suite shared rooms in our residence in the heart of Brooklyn Heights, selected afternoon and evening activities, and the unlimited subway pass.
To immerse you in NYC life and culture, the city becomes your guide! Instead of sitting in the same location everyday, you will practice your English in indoor and outdoor locations all over the city including in in Dumbo, Essex Market, Brookfield Place, Industry City and Bryant Park and more. All locations have been carefully chosen based on comfort and accessibility and vary between outdoor and indoor locations to allow for all types of weather. There is no better way to combine English and NYC tourism!
Our group sizes have a max of 8 people, grouped together according to level, and focus on improving overall English fluency. With small groups, you get plenty of opportunities to practice your English while discussing topics and theme related to NYC. This hands-on approach to your English & Tourism vacation is the best way to improve your fluency while exploring NYC!
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2024 Program Dates:
July 14th – July 27th (2 weeks)
Age Range:
18-22 years (up to 25)
Maximum Group Size:
8 participants
Sample Activity Program:
Download Young Adults Activity Program
Closed group programs:
If you are interested in sending a group to our Young Adults program in New York City, please contact: info@englishoutdoors.org
ACTIVITY PROGRAM – NYC DISCOVERY
The 2-week program includes 8 afternoon activities, 6 evening activities as well as a full-day excursion to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island on Saturday and an optional excursion to the Dorney Amusement & Water Park on Sunday. These activities and excursions are led by an English Outdoors leader.
The other afternoons and evenings are free – participants are free to do whatever they want, without supervision from an EO Leader.
Download Young Adults Activity Program
BOOK NOWACCOMMODATION IN RESIDENCE
The residence
Our residence is located in the heart of Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn’s most central and vibrant neighborhood, only 5 minutes’ walk from one of the best views of the New York skyline from the Brooklyn Promenade.
On-site features include 24 hour security, key card entrance to residence and rooms, recreational lounges including a pool table and movie room, vending machines, and 24 hour access to I-pads in the lobby. Laundry facilities are also available for students’ use in the residence (about $5 for a wash and dry).
The benefits of staying in the residence
It is the perfect location for a summer program New York: 3 minutes’ walk away from the American diner/restaurant where students have breakfast and dinner everyday. and only one subway stop from Manhattan!
How does it work day-to-day?
Students stay in twin or triple rooms with other EO young adults of the same gender but different nationality, and share an en-suite bathroom. Rooms are fully furnished with beds, desks and closets that maximize living space. There is free wi-fi, cable tv, refrigerator, and microwave in all rooms.
Bed linen is provided but students need to bring their own towels.
Breakfast and dinner are served in a restaurant just 3 minutes walk away. Lunches are not included, students are free to buy their own after class.
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SAFETY & SUPERVISION
The Young Adults Program is designed to give participants the freedom to discover the city without being supervised all the time.
The activities included in the program are led by experienced activity leaders. The activity program is compulsory and students must attend all the activities organized by the school.
During free time however, there is no supervision and students are free to explore New York City on their own.
Students receive an ID card on arrival at the residence, and there is 24 hour security.
The EO Coordinator is also the student welfare officer and is available 24/7 in case of emergencies.
FAQs
Q: Where will the English sessions take place?
A: All English sessions take place outside the traditional classroom in places such Brooklyn Bridge Park, Dumbo, Essex Market or Brookfield place. Instead of being in a room with 4 walls, students will practice English in authentic locations and the city will become their classroom!
Q: Will it be comfortable for the students? Will there be restrooms?
A: Yes and yes! Locations have been carefully chosen based on comfort, space, ease of access, points of interest close by, proximity of public restrooms, etc. They take place in small classes of 8 people maximum. Students seat around a table, in semi-circular seating, or in a row.
Q: How will the English sessions work?
A: English Outdoors is not a traditional ESL school or class. Instead, our English sessions focus on practicing speaking, gaining confidence, and building overall fluency. Our expert EO facilitators utilize iPads, smart phones, NYC topics, and other materials to keep the English sessions engaging and the conversation flowing. Instead of doing traditional grammar exercises or book work, our English sessions focus on speaking and conversation so that you can practice your English and improve your overall fluency.
Q: What are the benefits of an outdoor English session?
A: Since sessions will predominantly take place outdoors throughout the city, students will naturally be immersed in NYC life and culture. With this interactive concept, not only will students be exploring all that NYC has to offer, but this gives them real world scenarios to practice their English and live like a real New Yorker!
Q: What happens if it rains?
A: On the rare days when it rains in the morning or if it gets too hot, sessions will switch to one of our carefully selected indoor venues or be taken on one of our many cultural or educational Discovery Day located in indoor locations. New York City is full of great museums and semi-secret indoor public spaces.
Q: Should insurance be taken out to cover the trip?
A: Yes, it is highly recommended that every student has an insurance package before leaving home.