Enjoy fun camps in
Carn this Easter
11.04.22
DON'T worry about keeping
the children occupied this Easter holiday, because
Spraoi agus Spórt’s fun-filled camps are open for
bookings. The award-winning social enterprise in
Carndonagh says their spring programme has something for
everyone from toddlers to teens to parents.
Margaret Doherty, Administrator at Spraoi agus Spórt,
says they’re excited to re-open their camps after
missing two years due to Covid. “We are so delighted to
have our hugely popular Multi-Activity Camp back for the
two weeks of the Easter holidays. This camp runs for 4
days each week from 10am-3pm, with early drop off and
late pick up available. We also accept the National
Childcare Scheme.” |
“All our camps are fully
inclusive,” says Margaret. “We will provide a special
needs assistant where required. The camps are delivered
by highly qualified personnel who promise to make them
super fun. Places are limited though, so it’s best to
book early."
“For the first week of the holidays, from 11th-14th
April, there are a further three camps to choose from.”
“For ages 9 to 12, there’s our FabLab, where children
can design and personalise items using digital
fabrication technologies. The camp offers hands on, fun
and engaging learning activities. So, children can enjoy
themselves while building their STEAM (Science,
Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths) skills at the
same time. It runs from 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm”
“Or there’s Art Camp with Art Farm - a fun filled
creative experience exploring all kinds of Arts &
Crafts.” Margaret says this camp covers printmaking,
abstract art, junk sculpture and clay modelling. “Each
child will explore amazing new art skills with a
masterpiece to take home each day.” Suitable for ages
8-12, it runs from 1pm-4pm. |
Thirdly, there’s the
Creative Sewing Camp, for learning a skill that will
last a lifetime. Margaret says children can unleash
their creativity while creating custom pieces, such as
scrunchies and bags. “They learn hand sewing techniques
and how to use a sewing machine.” This camp is suitable
for ages 8-13 and runs from 10am-12.30pm.
“There are three more camps in the second week of the
Easter holidays”, Margaret explains. Firstly, the FabLab
runs a second camp, so you can choose which one suits
you and your children best.”
“Or there’s also our exciting Stop Motion Animation Camp
in Week 2 as well. Children learn how to create their
own Stop Motion Animation stories using only an iPad,
some props and their imagination. Suitable for ages
8-12, this camp runs from 1pm-3pm on 19th to 22nd
April.” |
Running over the same four
days is the pottery camp with local potter Lorraine
O'Carroll from Peninsula Pottery. Margaret says she
takes you through different production and glazing
techniques. “This is a great way to create personalised
pieces that can be used time and time again”. The camp
is suitable for ages 8-12 and runs from 10am-12:30pm.
Spraoi Chairperson Patricia Lee said: “Our Easter Camps
will be lots of fun and come with lots of benefits
including, teaching teamwork, resilience, building
self-esteem and confidence, they will nurture
friendship, keep children away from screens and promote
independence.”
You can book online at
Spraoiagussport.ie
or call 086 8420203. |
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