Academia Aloha Camp
Spring: March
Summer: July–August
At Academia, we offer children’s programs
during summer vacation and spring break.
Overview
Academia Aloha Camp is a children’s English learning program
hosted by Academia Language School in Hawaii
during spring break (March) and summer vacation (July–August).
The program is divided into two age-based groups.
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Ages 6–10
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Ages 11–15
Outdoors in the morning! In the classroom in the afternoon!
Learn English through fun and engaging activities.
Ages 6 to 10: Daily Schedule
8:15 Drop off
Name tags will be provided on the first day.
Parents are not permitted to accompany students in this program.
At 8:30, attendance will be taken and we’re ready to go!
9:00 English Activity
Students enjoy a variety of facilities and activities, which change daily.
12:00 Lunch
Lunch will be provided by the school.
For children with severe allergies that we may not be able to accommodate, we may ask parents to prepare a packed lunch.
Please feel free to consult with us in advance.
At 12:40, everyone finishes lunch together.
2:45 Classroom Activity
Students return to the school and enjoy learning English in the classroom.
Activities include reviewing the day’s experiences, learning Hawaiian songs, and doing crafts.
3:45 Pick Up
Please pick up your child at the school.
11 to 15 year olds: Daily schedule
8:15 Drop off
Name tags will be provided on the first day.
Parents are not permitted to accompany students in this program.
At 8:30, attendance will be taken and we’re ready to go!
9:00 English Activity
Students enjoy a variety of facilities and activities, which change daily.
12:00 Lunch
Lunch will be provided by the school.
For students with severe allergies that we may not be able to accommodate, we may ask parents to prepare a packed lunch.
Please feel free to consult with us in advance.
Junior Program students will finish lunch earlier and move to the school.
12:30 English Class
Students join an English class at Academia, based on their individual level.
2:45 English Private Group Lesson
Group lessons are held exclusively for Junior Program students.
3:45 Dismissal / Pick Up
Students may return home on their own, or be picked up by a parent or guardian.
Nature exploration through traditional Hawaiian fishing methods
Examples of English Activities
- Mini Golf
- Honolulu Police Department& Discover Center
- Manoa Heritage Center
- Diamond Head Hike
- Sea Life Park
- Ice Skating Bishop Museum Fishing
- Planetarium & Science Experience
- Dole Plantation Pineapple Maze
Hands-on craft activity: building your own ukulele
Examples of Classroom Activities
- music
- ukulele
- singing
- reading
- crafts
Students are placed into classes based on their English proficiency,with three levels: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced.
English Class
- Grammer
- Conversation
- Vocabulary
- Phonics
- Pronunciation
An intensive lesson exclusively for Junior Program students
English Private Group Lesson
- Presentaition
- Discussion
- Essay
- Conversation
Apply
After you submit the application form, we will provide details regarding the payment method.
Your application will be confirmed once payment is completed.
Please apply using the form below.
Family Study Abroad
is also recommended!
Programs for parents are
also available upon request.
Lecturer in charge
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Christine
Specializes in creative classes that bring out children’s sense of fun through ukulele, dance, and crafts.
She is especially skilled at inspiring creativity and joy in children. -
Elizabeth
As a mother raising a 6-year-old boy, she designs and runs programs that children can truly enjoy, always keeping their perspective in mind.
These are the instructors for the 2025 program. Instructors may vary depending on the year.
These are the instructors for the 2025 program. Instructors may vary depending on the year.
Program Schedule
Academia Aloha Camp 2027 Spring
Academia Aloha Camp 2027 Summer
Fees
2027 Registration Fee
$100
All prices are shown including tax. If you choose to pay by credit card, a 3% processing fee will be added by the card company.
Join by the Day (Daily Rate)
For the two spring weeks (March 22–26 and March 29–April 2) and the first week of summer (July 19–23), you can sign up for as little as one day. All other weeks are booked by the week.
- For 4 days or more, please book a full week ($950; $1,050 total).
- The $100 registration fee applies per child, per season (spring or summer), regardless of the number of days.
- There is a field trip every day, so you can choose whichever days you like.
- If combining daily and weekly bookings would cost more than the weekly rate in the fee table above, we will charge the table rate instead.
- The application deadline is 3 weeks before each week starts (see the schedule table).
What Our Participants Say
Selected excerpts from actual surveys
“Little by little, I started to understand what the teachers were saying and was able to have conversations.”
Age 8 / Boy — Kids Program
“Everything was fun. It was amazing! I wish this program were available outside of summer too.”
Age 10 / Boy — Kids Program
“I became able to speak English without feeling shy.”
Age 7 / Girl — Kids Program
“I made lots of friends and learned so many English words!”
Age 6 / Boy — Kids Program
“I became interested in English. I want to come again.”
Age 6 / Girl — Kids Program
“It was my first summer school experience, and everything was fun. I’d like to participate for a longer period next time.”
Age 13 / Boy — Junior Program
“I was nervous at first since it was my first time, but once I started attending, I really enjoyed it. I’m very grateful.”
Age 15 / Girl — Junior Program
“I learned a lot and became able to have conversations in English.”
Age 15 / Boy — Junior Program
Apply
After you submit the application form, we will provide details regarding the payment method.
Your application will be confirmed once payment is completed.
Please apply using the form below.
Cancellation Policy
The registration fee is non-refundable. If you notify us of any changes or cancellations at least 22 days prior to the program start date, we will issue a full refund excluding the registration fee.
Please note that cancellations made within 21 days of the program start date are not eligible for a refund.
In addition, the program may be partially or fully canceled due to severe weather, natural disasters, or other unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, we may adjust the schedule or modify the day’s activities; however, we are unable to offer refunds or alternative activities on another date. Thank you for your understanding.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Japanese beginners: 40–50%
- Advanced English speakers: around 10%
- Local children from Hawaii: around 20%
- Children from Korea and China: around 20–30%
Some local children from Hawaii participate and speak English fluently, while others may speak little or no English, or have basic conversational ability.
- Kids Program: Activity-based and designed so children of all English levels can enjoy.
- Junior Program: Mornings focus on fun activities, while afternoons include private group lessons that create situations where students are encouraged to speak English, which may feel slightly challenging at times.
For children who already speak English (for example, those attending international schools in Japan), we encourage them to actively make friends with local children from Hawaii, not only communicate with teachers.