Erasmus Camps for Teenagers in Almvik Sweden, 18-25 July 2024
Age group: 15-18 (40+YW)
Participating countries: Sweden, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Spain
The main objective of this YM was to promote health and wellbeing among participants, with a strong emphasis on physical health. The project aimed to raise awareness of different aspects of wellbeing and encourage a healthy, active lifestyle through youth participation. Each morning began with talks led by youth leaders on different dimensions of wellbeing, including physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health as well as the importance of sleep and nutrition.
Furthermore, participants engaged in a variety of active and creative workshops, many of which were youth-led. For example: forest walk with swimming and picnic, volleyball, fireball, capture the flag, stretching, Jiu Jitsu, self-defence, dance, table tennis, dodgeball, frisbee, stand-up paddleboarding, kickboxing, basketball. We also had creative workshops such as baking, drawing, or guitar playing.
- Day trip to Stockholm for cultural and group bonding experiences
- Talent show (a popular tradition at our YMs)
Country presentations to encourage intercultural exchange
- Information session on EU Erasmus+ and ESC opportunities
- Introduction to Youthpass to reflect on personal learning
- Evaluation Session to give feedback on different aspects of the YM
The participants gained: Increased awareness of physical and mental health; Improved physical fitness through regular exercise and outdoor activities; Stronger intercultural competence and teamwork skills; A deeper understanding of EU youth opportunities and recognition of their learning through Youthpass.
