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SU Camp Directors Training


Camp Directors Training is a specialized training for current and future camp directors to ensure that our camps are run according to Christian princples. This training is the first step towards obtaining your SU Camp Directors Certificate.

Inland Training
Stoney Ridge campsite, Gauteng
3 - 6 January 2011

Coastal Training
Die Eiland Campsite, Stellenbosch, Western Cape
8 - 11 November 2010

Glenhaven Campsite, KwaZulu Natal
10 - 13 January 2011

Cost: R700 per person and includes accommodation, meals and training material.

Who is it for?

  • SU field staff
  • Church workers or camp organisers
  • Any other Christian Camping or Faith Based Organisations
  • Campsite staff
  • Volunteers

The programme workshops include:

  • Why we camp?
  • Planning your camp
  • Camping Choices - thinking out of the BOX!
  • The begining and end of a camp
  • The sequence of the learners and facilitators
  • Planning your camp programmes
  • The spiritual programme
  • Activities - how to link everything with the camp theme
  • Socialising time
  • Reflection time
  • The process of facilitation
  • Counselling
  • Recrtuiting your team
  • Roles and resposibilities
  • Briefing and training of leaders
  • Camp discipline
  • Health, safety and emergency procedures
  • Evacuation plan and procedures
  • Risk analysis
  • Be eco-friendly
  • Non negotiables at camp
  • 9 Key guidelines for an effective camp

Steps for SU Camp Directors Certificate:

  • Pre-Course camp experience record
  • Weekend attendance
  • Completion of manual tasks / activites
  • Post-course camp evaluations (3)
  • Written component
  • First Aid level 1, 2 and 3
  • Certificate awarded

This training is recognised by:

  • Scripture Union SA (SU)
  • UCSA
  • CAMNET
  • SCAS

To confirm your place download the form here.
Complete and fax it to 086 688 7058 or email it to diane@su.org.za

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