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    Europe — Italy, Lake Garda · Summer 2027

    Summer Camp in Europe for Teens (11–17)

    Two weeks in Europe where teenagers make real films, find friends from around the world, and come home changed.

    11–17 years
    14 days of cinema
    Cannes Film Festival 2016
    Since 2014
    €3,700
    14 days · all inclusive
    Session 1: 24 July – 7 August · Session 2: 8–22 August
    €3,500 for returning campers who book and pay early

    Takes 2 minutes. No payment now.

    See what a session looks like →
    Maksatics camp team in Italy
    Trust
    60
    children per session
    Intimate format, everyone is seen
    20+
    adults on the team
    Educators, counsellors, director
    12
    years of experience
    Since 2014, 14 safe seasons
    1:3
    adult to child ratio
    One adult for every three children
    At a glance

    Summer Camp in Europe — Quick Overview

    Age
    11–17
    Duration
    14 days
    Location
    Lake Garda, Italy
    Format
    Create a real short film in a team
    Language
    Russian + international environment
    Group size
    Up to 60 children
    Price
    €3,700 — full programme included. €3,500 for returning campers who book and pay early
    Highlights

    Why families choose Maksatics

    A unique environment where every child becomes the author of their own story — and goes home a different person.

    Filmmaking

    Professional Sony Alpha camera, lighting, sound, and editing — everything like a real film set. The child leaves with a finished film.

    Every Voice Matters

    No hierarchy — just teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect. Every child's ideas are heard, valued, and brought to screen.

    Europe as a Backdrop

    Lake Garda, medieval Sirmione, Verona's arenas — not just excursions, but real filming locations for their film.

    Summer Forever

    Friendships with children from 20 countries that don't end with the closing credits. Many come back — as counsellors.

    The result

    A finished film and a summer they'll remember

    Boat on Lake Garda
    Location

    Lake Garda — the perfect setting

    Our camp is set on the shores of Italy's largest lake, surrounded by the Alps and historic towns. Every view here is a ready-made film backdrop.

    • Safe and comfortable lakeside residence
    • Day trips to Verona, Sirmione and other historic towns
    • Three Italian meals a day and swimming every day
    • Boat trips with views of the Alps
    Programme

    What happens during a session

    Every day — a new scene, a new role, a new discovery about yourself.

    1
    Meeting and roles
    Teams, first ideas, getting to know the camera and equipment
    2
    Writing the script
    Children invent their own story, characters, and dialogue
    3
    Filming and acting
    Sony Alpha camera, lights, sound — a real film set
    4
    Italian adventures
    Verona, Sirmione, boat on the lake, beach, gelato every day
    5
    Editing and premiere
    The finished film screened for the whole camp on the final evening
    "

    I thought I'd miss my phone. But there was so much happening — we were making films, swimming in the lake, going to Verona. It's the best summer of my life.

    M
    Alina, age 15
    Italy 2025 participant
    Summer 2027

    Choose Your Session

    Two sessions of 14 days.

    €3,700
    Session 1
    24 July – 7 August 2027
    €3,500 for returning campers who book and pay early

    Booking takes 2 minutes. Your spot is held without payment.

    €3,700
    Session 2
    8–22 August 2027
    €3,500 for returning campers who book and pay early

    Booking takes 2 minutes. Your spot is held without payment.

    Give your child a summer they'll never forget

    Give your child the chance to discover what they're truly capable of.

    Booking takes 2 minutes. Your spot is held without payment.

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    Summer Camp in Europe for Teens (11–17)

    A summer camp in Europe for teens aged 11–17 offers more than a traditional holiday experience. Located at Lake Garda in Italy, this program combines filmmaking, creativity, and personal development in a structured environment. Over 14 days, participants work in a film crew and create a real short film from idea to premiere.

    Creative Summer Experience

    Teens explore directing, acting, cinematography, editing, and teamwork. The program focuses on creativity, communication, and responsibility within a real production process.

    International Environment

    Participants come from different countries, creating a multicultural environment where teens naturally communicate, collaborate, and build long-term friendships.

    Why Choose a Summer Camp in Europe

    Europe offers a safe, culturally rich environment for teenagers. Italy, and especially Lake Garda, provides a balance between creative focus and a memorable summer atmosphere.

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