About Us
Maksatics Camp — a place you always want to come back to
We inspire young filmmakers around the world. Through hands-on filmmaking workshops and creative activities, we empower tomorrow's storytellers to find their own voice.
Setting and achieving goals
Developing imagination and creativity
Teamwork and mutual support
Independent decision-making
About Camp
What Makes Maksatics Unique
First and foremost — it's the way we treat children. At camp, children and adults are equal in their rights, the only distinction being that adults are responsible for safety.
Campers create their own original films using a fresh creative process each time. The production is structured as a collaborative experience where everyone finds their role.
During each session, children learn to adapt to a new environment and build lasting friendships.
History
Our Story
Yulia Romanenkova, founder of the learning-through-cinema method
1,000+
campers have attended
Many return as counselors
35
sessions
In the UK, Italy, and Cyprus
60+
short films
Created by campers at Maksatics
2014
year founded
International camp in the UK
"Best Children's Film" Nomination
In 2016, a Maksatics animated film was awarded at the International Film Festival of Disability in Cannes
Values
Our Principles
Supportive Atmosphere
fostering creative thinking.
Equal Opportunities
for every child to reach their goals.
Professional Care
a highly trained, safety-first team.
Creative Expression
children take pride in their work.
Joy and Humor
a culture of lightness, laughter, and open expression.
Children & Adults — One Team
no hierarchy in communication.
I can. I'll manage. I matter.
The most valuable thing — when at the end of the session a child leaves with this feeling.
Maksatics — a summer that changes you.
That is my mission.
