Designed for children 4 – 12 years of age, our multi activity and specialist programmes provide a great introduction to 15+ sports and increase creativity, concentration, and other cognitive functions. Our award-winning Half Term Camp helps children develop skills in the sport they love, through innovative games and fun activities.
HALF TERM HOLIDAY CAMPS
EXPERIENCE & SAFETY
As Dubai & Abu Dhabi’s most experienced Summer Camp operator, ESM Holiday Camps are unrivalled in this industry.
When it comes to caring for children during the school holidays, nobody does it better. We set the highest standards so parents only get the best care. We oversee every aspect of camp from carefully selecting and training staff to developing new camp programmes, special events and theme days.
PROFESSIONAL & CERTIFIED STAFF
We simply pick the best staff in the UAE to care, guide and inspire the children.
Our Camp Managers and their assistants are supported by an enthusiastic team of Group Leaders, Camp Leaders and Nursery staff who collectively create the unique team spirit our camps are famous for.
Each staff member goes through a rigorous selection and training process and are all certified at the highest level in their sport.
ENGAGEMENT FOR ALL AGES
Our Half Term Camp programmes in Dubai and Abu Dhabi deliver excellent care and are also designed with your child in mind.
Our unique programmes are packed with Sporting, creative and specialized activities as well as theme days and special events.
With over 20 activities to choose from, there is something for everyone from the liveliest 4 year old to the coolest teenager.
How your child will improve
Physical
- Self-control
- Running
- Balance
- Surroundings
- Coordination
- Confidence
- Agility
Cognitive
- Discipline
- Routines
- Negative Concepts and Actions
- Imagination
- Learning Skills
Emotional
- Involves Interaction
- Imitation
- Expression
- Experiences
- Self-Recognition
- Empathy
Social
- Relationship building
- Social roles
- Teamwork
- Self-control
Coaches & Staff
Jimmy Repsold
Camp Director
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Madeleen Grosskopf
Camp Manager
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Kerrie Campbell
Camp Manager
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Ian Galas
Camp Manager
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Fouad Hafid
Camp Manager
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Bojan Dulovic
Camp Manager
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Camp Director
Languages spoken:
English and Afrikaans
Bio:
A Camp Director for over 10 years, Jimmy has extensive knowledge and experience in knowing what a great camp environment needs. With award-winning camp programs, Jimmy has managed over 15 camp venues across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. I have a strong sporting back ground with a level 2 cricket coaching qualification and have played first class cricket and field hockey at a senior provincial level.
Madeleen Grosskopf
Camp Manager
Languages spoken:
English
Bio:
Madeleen Grosskopf is a South African professional golfer, Her love for sport started at a very young age. She played sport at state level from primary school through university. After completing her B.Com Managerial Sciences degree she worked in corporate in Dubai before deciding to pursue her dreams as a full time athlete. During this time, she crossed paths with ESM and has been working at our Holiday Camps for the past 4 years.
Madeleen believes the foundation of anything sporty must be learned in a fun, yet safe environment. The safety of the holiday campers is therefore Madeleen's primary concern. She identified the sessions which are more prone to accidents, and as a result completed lifeguarding and swimming coach certification and first aid, to provide additional support on the pool deck during sessions. In furthering her studies, she is completing performance coaching diploma studies through a UK based university. This provides her with the knowledge to improve her health and fitness in her own life as athlete, but also provides her with the skill and experience to ensure that her coaching team teaches the holiday campers to the best of their ability.
Kerrie Campbell
Camp Manager
Languages spoken:
English
Bio:
Kerrie has been a Camp Manager at ESM Holiday Camps for over 6 years. Leader at one of the biggest Gymnastics academy in Dubai, she’s qualified in various disciplines of gymnastics at all levels. She also has extensive experience working with children and campers will surely benefit from her background, her love for educational games and enthusiasm
Ian Galas
Camp Manager
Languages spoken:
English and Filipino
Bio:
Ian is the Physical Education lead at GEMS Royal Dubai School for over 10 years. He’s a A.S.A. Level 1 and 2 qualified swimming teacher, Australian International Swimming School (AISS) Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety and a former national water polo player. Known for his passion for coaching, he’s also won the ‘GEMS Core Value Award’, the ‘Mariama Varkey Teacher of the Month Award’ and nominated for one of the KHDA Teachers of Dubai.
Fouad Hafid
Camp Manager
Languages spoken:
English, French and Arabic
Bio:
Fouad has more than 15 years’ experience of Football coaching and is currently the manager of ESM Football Academy. With a Master’s Degree in Psychological Development of Athletes, he’s a qualified ‘License B UEFA’ coach who’s helped our campers take their sports game to the next level. Fouad has been with with ESM Holiday Camps for the last 6 years and has a great understanding on how to make sure the children enjoy their time in a safe environment.
Bojan Dulovic
Camp Manager
Languages spoken:
English and Serbian
Bio:
Bojan brings over 12 years of Football experience in all facets of the game. His coaching experience includes being the head coach for youth players in Dubai, as well as being a Futsal Development coach. He’s played as a Futsal professional for over 8 years in Serbia and has a UEFA ‘’C’’ license and Scottish FA level 2 qualifications.
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What people are saying about the program
Zarea Yildiz
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What you do, and what you have done for our daughter goes beyond what we could articulate. We knew immediately we had made a good choice in ESM Holiday Camp and as I continue to be reminded....life is about the decisions you make. Thank you so much.
Leena Desai
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Our daughter has had an amazing time at camp during last year. It has helped her to grow and feel more confident in herself while developing some lasting friendships and interest in basketball.
Abby Gray
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Picking my daughter up from camp. confidence, character, leadership, and a smile all beaming from my child's face. Knowing she would never forget her experience with her camp managers, and there would be many more after this one.
FAQs
WHAT IS COVERED IN HALF TERM CAMP?
The general activities which take place at most venues are as follows: Basketball, Football, Dodgeball, Fun & Games, Arts and Crafts, Mini Tennis and Aqua fun. Dependent on the venue, these additional activities will take place: Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Karate, Badminton, Quick Cricket and Rounders.
WHAT CAN MY CHILD EXPECT TO GET OUT OF THE CAMP?
All our activities are at entry level which allows the child to participate and experience the basics of the activity. The main focus is on having fun, making new friends and developing physically, mentally as well as emotionally.
IS TRAINING AGE SPECIFIC? SKILL LEVEL SPECIFIC? GENDER SPECIFIC?
We group the children, boys and girls mixed, according to their ages which doesn’t differ more than two years within the groups. Our group ratios are 15:2 and when it comes to Aqua Fun, we have a qualified lifeguard, a level 2 swimming coach as well as an assistant with no more than 12 children in a group.
WHAT AREAS OF MY CHILDS DEVELOPMENT WILL ESM HOLIDAY CAMP FOCUS ON?
We always put the interest of children first. We aim to make them feel secure and happy from the moment they walk through our doors. The main focus is on having fun, making new friends and developing physically, mentally as well as emotionally.
WHAT DOES A TYPICAL CAMP SESSION LOOK LIKE?
A typical camp day will start nice an early where parents can drop their children off from 8am – 8.45am, the first activity will start at 9am. The camp day will consist of five 45 minute activity sessions. Within each session, the coaches will focus on a particular skill or sport for 15 minutes. Once this skill has been taught, the next 15min will focus on using that skill in an exercise which will finish the session with a 10 – 15min match. Children will take part in 2 activities followed by a 15 min snack break, another 2 activities followed by a 30 min lunch break. Finally, the last session will take place and pick up will commence from 1.30 – 1.45pm.
WHAT TYPE OF FACILITIES WILL MY CHILD BE TRAINING IN?
We ensure that all activities are held within state of the art indoor facilities in Dubai & Abu Dhabi. ESM Holiday Camps have access to all the schools gymnasiums, dance studios, swimming pools and classrooms to facilitate all and any activity which is required.
WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING TO A CAMP?
We advise parents to pack in swim wear all week even though aqua fun won’t take place every day. We recommend a packed lunch which consists of sandwiches, a snack and a refillable water bottle. All children should wear comfortable clothing in shorts and a T-shirt and wear trainers.
HOW MUCH DOES AN ACADEMY SESSION COST?
Half Term Camps vary depending on how many days you select and which venue you choose! On each camp booking page, we have a pricing section that will give you real time pricing information. You can select/de-select options and watch the price change. You can also go directly to registration by clicking here. Lastly, you can chat directly with our support staff by contacting us on 04-3697817.
