Time flies, and before you know it, the first half-term break in Hong Kong is upon us. As you reminisce about the Back to School preparations, let Little Steps be your guide to planning an unforgettable mid-term holiday for your kids. Rest assured, they’ll be engaged in exciting activities, learning, and having a blast! And with the weather finally cooling down, it’s time to explore the great outdoors and all that Hong Kong has to offer.
To make the most of this break, we’ve curated a collection of cool camps, workshops, and activities that will expand young minds and ensure a fun-packed half-term holiday. Read on to book your October Camps in Hong Kong 2024!
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Looking for more fun October half-term inspiration in Hong Kong?
Let your little one dive into a world of creativity and movement at Move For Life’s October Mid-Term Camp, designed for children aged 2 to 5 years old. This unaccompanied camp is perfect for kids confident in independent settings, offering a blend of dance, multi-sports, indoor games, arts and crafts, stories, free play, and sensory activities. Each day, children engage in two main movements or creative activities, supported by two explorative activities, ensuring a balanced and fun experience.
For the older kids, aged 6 to 12 years old, the camp takes it up a notch with a focus on dance classes, including Jazz, Hip Hop, and Ballroom/Latin, alongside yoga or stretch sessions, arts and crafts, and games. It's a perfect mix of active fun and creative expression. Plus, every enrolment of 5+ days comes with a FREE T-shirt—Little Movers for the younger group and Move Monkeys for the older kids.
Don’t miss out on the early bird discounts available for upcoming camps throughout the year, including Christmas, Chinese New Year, Easter, and Summer Camps. After the early bird period, you can still enjoy a 10% discount by booking 5 or more days, or even stack discounts by booking upcoming camps in advance. Let the fun and creativity begin this October!
*Enjoy up to 20% off Holiday Camps! Secure your spot early for a 10% off early bird discount + enjoy an additional 10% off when you register for 5 or more days!
Camp Beaumont invites kids aged 2.5 to 12 years to join their exhilarating Fall-themed camps, perfect for getting into the holiday spirit! These multi-activity camps promise to keep kids outdoors, active, creative, and trying exciting new activities. Find them at Malvern Pre-Schools: Island West and Coronation Circle campuses as well as Nord Anglia International School.
Join in on the action with Minisport's exciting sports camps across Hong Kong this October! Designed for kids aged 1.5 to 9 years, these camps offer a thrilling three-day adventure filled with rugby, basketball, and football for two hours a day. Led by passionate coaches, your child will create lasting positive memories and discover their love for sports. Email now for more details and let your child experience a sportingly good time with Minisport this Fall!
Rugbytots is excited to announce a fun-filled four-day camp this year! Parents can choose to sign up for the full camp or opt for drop-in classes. Each session lasts one to two hours, providing plenty of opportunities for kids to run, play, and enhance their coordination skills while having a blast. Mr. Spaghetti will be on hand, along with expert Rugbytots coaches, ensuring a lively and enjoyable experience for all the tots!
Enroll before 22 September 2024 for a 20% discount using CAMP20!
ActiveKids Mid-term Camps offer a world of discovery for every curious mind and budding creative. Whether it's unraveling the wonders of science, embarking on a culinary journey, or strategizing like a chess grandmaster, children will dive into a range of engaging activities. They might find themselves programming robots, painting vibrant canvases, or sketching their first fashion designs. These camps aren't just about passing time—they're about sparking joy, learning, and unlocking potential. This October, let your child embark on a journey of growth and fun at ActiveKids Mid-term Camps.
During the mid-term break this October, C Club @ Southside invites children for a fun-filled experience focused on Chinese learning. With a variety of activities such as PTH Art, Chinese Cooking, mini STEM, Chinese Painting, and PTH Drama/Performance, children will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the language while enjoying hands-on experiences.
The sessions are led by experienced native Putonghua-speaking teachers who specialize in teaching primary and kindergarten-aged children, ensuring an engaging and educational experience.
Enroll before Sept 14, 2024 for 10% discount
Enroll before Sept 28, 2024 for 5% discount
Extra 5% discount for siblings/friends/returning students
This Half Term, let your child embrace the spooky October spirit with Colour My World’s Addams Family-inspired art and drama camps! For ages 4 to 6, "When You’re an Addams" features stylized dance moves and 3D-art crafting. The 7 to 10-year-olds can enjoy Tim Burton's series of ‘Wednesday’s Dance’, combining choreographed dance and figure illustration in Art. For those aged 10+, they’ll dive into creating their own “Illustrated Gag Comic” inspired by the original Addams Family comics. These camps offer a creative and thrilling experience for all ages!
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Mini Mandarins' October Workshop invites children to explore Autumn Festivals and the blend of Chinese and Western cultures through engaging storytelling and creative craft-making sessions. They'll also participate in role-plays within the "Mini Metro," Mini Mandarins' signature situational learning area, where they can practice speaking skills and apply new vocabulary learned in class.
Newtonshow, the most established science camp in Hong Kong, is excited to introduce its new "Autumn Science Camp" this season. This camp brings science to life with hands-on experiences where kids can learn about everything from forces and traffic light chemistry to volcanoes and dinosaurs.
The camp is packed with engaging activities, including crazy chemical experiments, rocket building, and even digging up a dino skeleton! Young scientists will also enjoy creating slime, launching air-pumped rockets, and constructing self-moving car projects. If you're looking to inspire your child's love for science, this camp is the perfect choice!
*Exclusive 10% discount for Little Steps readers. Type in code "littlesteps10" upon checkout.
Step into a world of excitement and discovery this October at YWCA International Kids Club (IKC). Their October camp programs (Oct 7-10) are designed to ignite creativity, inspire passion, and introduce young learners to new and engaging experiences. Whether your child has a curiosity for technology, a flair for the arts, or a budding interest in cooking, there's something captivating for every young mind. With offerings like IVY Camps USA STEAM (Ages 3-9), where teachers from top universities guide children through science and art, and Helen O'Grady Drama Academy (Ages 4-7) building confidence through drama in "The Grasshopper and the Ants," kids are sure to have fun while gaining essential skills.
The camps don’t stop there! Kids can explore coordination and self-expression in BallroomBees Dance (Walking to 6 yrs), mix up kitchen magic in Stormy Chef (Ages 3 to 12), or engage in hands-on learning with Science Adventures (Ages 3 to 12). Chess enthusiasts can join Chess Academy (Ages 3 to 12), where they’ll be led by Grand Masters to develop strategic thinking and sportsmanship through international chess.
With exclusive enrolment offers, such as discounts of up to HK$100 for autumn course sign-ups, YWCA IKC’s October camps offer an enriching, unforgettable experience for all children. Check out their special free trial campaign here! Want more? Find out about other Autumn Programs here.
Prepare for an unforgettable journey of imagination and self-expression with Faust International Youth Theatre's holiday programs. Whether your child is a budding dramatist or an aspiring writer, their workshops promise a fantastic holiday experience and a boost of creativity and confidence for all participants. This year, they bring to you Holiday Theatre, Creative Writing, and Musical Theatre workshops, all hosted at the Faust Studios in the heart of Sheung Wan. Plus, don't miss their much-loved Play in a Day workshop, a unique day-long adventure where participants will create and perform their own captivating production of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" in just one day!
*10% Early Bird Offer if you register before October 5, 2023
*15% Friends Together Offer if you register 3 or more children at the same time
Treasure Island invites adventure-seekers of all ages to join their thrilling Autumn Adventure Camps Programme. With three camp options to choose from, including the more challenging eXtreme camps for older children, there's an exciting adventure awaiting everyone. These camps offer the perfect opportunity to develop essential outdoor leadership skills such as trip preparation, equipment management, and self-organization, all while engaging in exciting activities like raft building, orienteering, and bike riding. Set against the scenic backdrop of Lantau Island, this promises an unforgettable outdoor experience.
Join Highgate House School's October Camp from October 7 to 10, for a fun-filled experience! Children can explore Kids' Yoga, Arts & Crafts, and Baking while enjoying outdoor activities in their 3000 sq ft garden terrace with three school rabbits, gardening, water play, and more. The school offers options for accompanied playgroups (12 months - 2 years) and unaccompanied classes (2-6 years). An optional lunch hour (12-1pm) is included in the fees, and afternoon sessions are available too!
Join ESF Explore's Autumn multi-activity camps this October! Experience extraordinary themed holiday classes designed exclusively for your child. Indulge in a diverse range of activities that cater to both their adventurous spirit and desire for tranquil enrichment including Sports (Swimming, Football, Basketball, Multi-sports, Fencing, Gymnastics, Tennis, Lacrosse, Netball, Hockey, Tag Rugby, Krav Maga), Early Years (Little Dreamers, Kindergarten Workshops), Language (Spanish, Kindergarten Workshops) and Drama. They offer both one-off and one-week courses, with flexible schedules.
Ark Eden on Lantau has a great week of fun-filled outdoor camps lined up, including Mud Monday, Zombie Survival Camp and a Day on the Farm, where kids do composting, make worm farms and build vegetable beds. There is an overnight option where children camp out and enjoy pizza, a night walk and sitting round a roaring camp fire! Drop and pick up at Central Piers if you're in Hong Kong, and Mui Wo Pier if you live in Lantau.
Explore nature, take part in challenges, go coasteering and abseiling, take part in water games and practice your paddling skills as you hop on board a kayak with Learn With Dragonfly! This Autumn Adventure Day Camp will definitely challenge kids' survival skills all in a safe and fun way of course!
Asia Adventure Sport's holiday camps go beyond the usual activities to offer orienteering, zip line, kayaking team sports and competitions! There's also the chance to do some sea swimming at Shung Sze Wan beach in Clearwater Bay, or She Ha beach in Sai Kung.
Cost: 3-day camp HK$2,400, 5-day camp HK$4,000
When: October 3-7 & 17-19 Central; October 3-7 Sai Kung, October 17-19 Clearwater Bay
Where: Asia Adventure Sport, camps at Central, Sai Kung and Clearwater Bay; +852 4611 6214, hello@asiaadventuresport.com, asiaadventuresport.com
Join Cobo’s October mid-term coding & robotics camp to hone your child's logical thinking and problem-solving skills while having lots of fun! As official Global Training Partners of Microsoft and Minecraft, their programs include Mobile App Development, Game Development, Web Design, Virtual Reality and Python.
STAGE RIGHT! is renowned for offering some great theatre workshops, along with Storytime Drama and Music, where children become animals, pirates, kings and princesses! They also offer Creative Writing workshops, and not forgetting their fabulous Play in a Day, where children audition, rehearse and perform all in one day! Collaborate and problem solve in this fun, fast-paced program, which is guaranteed to challenge and delight.
Cost: TBC
When: October 17-22, 2022
Where: STAGE RIGHT!, 1/F, 14, Wan King Path, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, +852 9225 8924, info@stagerighthk.com, www.stagerighthk.com
Join ESF Sports for a fun-filled week packed full of specialty sports activities and make friends along the way! You can expect Swimming, Multi -Sports, Football, Gymnastics, Tennis, Basketball, and Fencing. Classes are taught by specialist coaches and focus on skill building through games. It all helps your child develop a passion for different sports.
Cost: TBC
When: October 8-11, 2022
Where: various locations around Hong Kong, +852 2711 1280, www.esf.org.hk/camps
Join Little Genius House for some great half-term camps this year! The only bilingual kids club in Hong Kong has organized some inspiring classes that are sure to keep your little ones entertained over the holidays. Activities include cooking, culture studies, arts and crafts, gardening, table tennis, dance and golf. If you're looking for something a bit more academic, they will also be offering STEM-based classes, too! This year they are also announcing a new collaboration with Spin Junior!
Cost: starting at HK$3,800 per week
When: October 2-6, & October 16-27, 2023 at 9:30am-12.30pm, 1:30pm-4.30pm or 9.30am-4.30pm
Where: Room 218, Hundsun International Centre, 44 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, +852 6936 1636 (WhatsApp), enquiry@littlegeniushouse.com, littlegeniushouse.com
Encourage your child to embrace a passion for the arts this half term and let them learn about different art forms, whether it’s visual, performing, or communication arts with Kids Gallery. The theme for last year's program was Kaleidoscope, and this year is sure to be similarly creative.
Cost: TBC
When: TBC
Where: Kids' Gallery, locations in Causeway Bay, Kowloon Tong, Tsuen Wan and Shek Mun, +852 9682 5082, hello@kggeducation.edu.hk, www.kidsgallery.com
Experience the Ballroom Bees magic of ballroom dancing with a modern twist this half-term at their camps with YWCA! They will improve your child's endurance, stamina, strength and energy levels. To sign up for the classes or find out more, click here
Cost: TBC
When: TBC
Where: Ballroom Bees YWCA Camps, 3/F, 1 MacDonnell Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 3476 1340, clle@ywca.org.hk, www.clle.ywca.org.hk
Camp Beaumont invites kids aged 2.5 to 12 years to join their exhilarating Fall-themed camps, perfect for getting into the holiday spirit! These multi-activity camps promise to keep kids outdoors, active, creative, and trying exciting new activities. Find them at Malvern Pre-Schools: Island West and Coronation Circle campuses as well as Nord Anglia International School.
ActiveKids Mid-term Camps offer a world of discovery for every curious mind and budding creative. Whether it's unraveling the wonders of science, embarking on a culinary journey, or strategizing like a chess grandmaster, children will dive into a range of engaging activities. They might find themselves programming robots, painting vibrant canvases, or sketching their first fashion designs. These camps aren't just about passing time—they're about sparking joy, learning, and unlocking potential. This October, let your child embark on a journey of growth and fun at ActiveKids Mid-term Camps.
During the mid-term break this October, C Club @ Southside invites children for a fun-filled experience focused on Chinese learning. With a variety of activities such as PTH Art, Chinese Cooking, mini STEM, Chinese Painting, and PTH Drama/Performance, children will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the language while enjoying hands-on experiences.
The sessions are led by experienced native Putonghua-speaking teachers who specialize in teaching primary and kindergarten-aged children, ensuring an engaging and educational experience.
Enroll before Sept 14, 2024 for 10% discount
Enroll before Sept 28, 2024 for 5% discount
Extra 5% discount for siblings/friends/returning students
Step into a world of excitement and discovery this October at YWCA International Kids Club (IKC). Their October camp programs (Oct 7-10) are designed to ignite creativity, inspire passion, and introduce young learners to new and engaging experiences. Whether your child has a curiosity for technology, a flair for the arts, or a budding interest in cooking, there's something captivating for every young mind. With offerings like IVY Camps USA STEAM (Ages 3-9), where teachers from top universities guide children through science and art, and Helen O'Grady Drama Academy (Ages 4-7) building confidence through drama in "The Grasshopper and the Ants," kids are sure to have fun while gaining essential skills.
The camps don’t stop there! Kids can explore coordination and self-expression in BallroomBees Dance (Walking to 6 yrs), mix up kitchen magic in Stormy Chef (Ages 3 to 12), or engage in hands-on learning with Science Adventures (Ages 3 to 12). Chess enthusiasts can join Chess Academy (Ages 3 to 12), where they’ll be led by Grand Masters to develop strategic thinking and sportsmanship through international chess.
With exclusive enrolment offers, such as discounts of up to HK$100 for autumn course sign-ups, YWCA IKC’s October camps offer an enriching, unforgettable experience for all children. Check out their special free trial campaign here! Want more? Find out about other Autumn Programs here.
Join Highgate House School's October Camp from October 7 to 10, for a fun-filled experience! Children can explore Kids' Yoga, Arts & Crafts, and Baking while enjoying outdoor activities in their 3000 sq ft garden terrace with three school rabbits, gardening, water play, and more. The school offers options for accompanied playgroups (12 months - 2 years) and unaccompanied classes (2-6 years). An optional lunch hour (12-1pm) is included in the fees, and afternoon sessions are available too!
Let your little one dive into a world of creativity and movement at Move For Life’s October Mid-Term Camp, designed for children aged 2 to 5 years old. This unaccompanied camp is perfect for kids confident in independent settings, offering a blend of dance, multi-sports, indoor games, arts and crafts, stories, free play, and sensory activities. Each day, children engage in two main movements or creative activities, supported by two explorative activities, ensuring a balanced and fun experience.
For the older kids, aged 6 to 12 years old, the camp takes it up a notch with a focus on dance classes, including Jazz, Hip Hop, and Ballroom/Latin, alongside yoga or stretch sessions, arts and crafts, and games. It's a perfect mix of active fun and creative expression. Plus, every enrolment of 5+ days comes with a FREE T-shirt—Little Movers for the younger group and Move Monkeys for the older kids.
Don’t miss out on the early bird discounts available for upcoming camps throughout the year, including Christmas, Chinese New Year, Easter, and Summer Camps. After the early bird period, you can still enjoy a 10% discount by booking 5 or more days, or even stack discounts by booking upcoming camps in advance. Let the fun and creativity begin this October!
*Enjoy up to 20% off Holiday Camps! Secure your spot early for a 10% off early bird discount + enjoy an additional 10% off when you register for 5 or more days!
Join in on the action with Minisport's exciting sports camps across Hong Kong this October! Designed for kids aged 1.5 to 9 years, these camps offer a thrilling three-day adventure filled with rugby, basketball, and football for two hours a day. Led by passionate coaches, your child will create lasting positive memories and discover their love for sports. Email now for more details and let your child experience a sportingly good time with Minisport this Fall! Click for more.
Rugbytots is excited to announce a fun-filled four-day camp this year! Parents can choose to sign up for the full camp or opt for drop-in classes. Each session lasts one to two hours, providing plenty of opportunities for kids to run, play, and enhance their coordination skills while having a blast. Mr. Spaghetti will be on hand, along with expert Rugbytots coaches, ensuring a lively and enjoyable experience for all the tots! Click here for more.
Enroll before 22 September 2024 for a 20% discount using CAMP20!
Newtonshow, the most established science camp in Hong Kong, is excited to introduce its new "Autumn Science Camp" this season. This camp brings science to life with hands-on experiences where kids can learn about everything from forces and traffic light chemistry to volcanoes and dinosaurs.
The camp is packed with engaging activities, including crazy chemical experiments, rocket building, and even digging up a dino skeleton! Young scientists will also enjoy creating slime, launching air-pumped rockets, and constructing self-moving car projects. If you're looking to inspire your child's love for science, this camp is the perfect choice!
*Exclusive 10% discount for Little Steps readers. Type in code "littlesteps10" upon checkout.
This Half Term, let your child embrace the spooky October spirit with Colour My World’s Addams Family-inspired art and drama camps! For ages 4 to 6, "When You’re an Addams" features stylized dance moves and 3D-art crafting. The 7 to 10-year-olds can enjoy Tim Burton's series of ‘Wednesday’s Dance’, combining choreographed dance and figure illustration in Art. For those aged 10+, they’ll dive into creating their own “Illustrated Gag Comic” inspired by the original Addams Family comics. These camps offer a creative and thrilling experience for all ages!
Mini Mandarins' October Workshop invites children to explore Autumn Festivals and the blend of Chinese and Western cultures through engaging storytelling and creative craft-making sessions. They'll also participate in role-plays within the "Mini Metro," Mini Mandarins' signature situational learning area, where they can practice speaking skills and apply new vocabulary learned in class.
Treasure Island invites adventure-seekers of all ages to join their thrilling Autumn Adventure Camps Programme. With three camp options to choose from, including the more challenging eXtreme camps for older children, there's an exciting adventure awaiting everyone. These camps offer the perfect opportunity to develop essential outdoor leadership skills such as trip preparation, equipment management, and self-organization, all while engaging in exciting activities like raft building, orienteering, and bike riding. Set against the scenic backdrop of Lantau Island, this promises an unforgettable outdoor experience.
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