California Day Camp Parent Testimonials

“I was so impressed with the warmth and confidence that exuded from your young staff. You could tell they really enjoyed being there and they were so wonderful with my son.” (Parent of 2023 Oakland Camper)

“My camper, like many kids his age, got way more into screen time because of Covid, and Avid was a great antidote. I often have to bribe or beg him to play outside, but he was excited to go to Avid every day for lots of active time in nature. Fantastic!” (Parent of a 2024 Oakland Camper)

“Our child has never had any real interest in learning to ride a bike, but was so excited for this challenge when I signed her up for this camp. The first biking day, she was frustrated that it didn't come to her naturally and that she had to put in the work/practice. She even cried and didn't want to go to camp the following biking day, but with some encouragement, tips/tricks, and patience from her camp instructors she started progressing and gaining confidence in her biking. So much so that she started pedaling and riding by herself that night at home and we were able to go to camp the next morning and share the videos with the instructors. They were over the top excited for her - it was the best! She rode all the way out to the beach and back that day with the group. Learning to ride a bike in basically 2 days! She is so proud of herself and her new skill! Such a a joy for parents like us to witness!” (Parent of 2023 Mill Valley Camper)

“My child is mildly afraid of heights, and he needs to do things at his own pace. The instructors were positive about him climbing half way up his first day, then about his “personal record” his second day. He was overjoyed when he eventually climbed all the way to the top!” (Parent of 2023 Cupertino Camper)

“We have had both of our kids in AVID camps for years (I think 4-5 years?). We recommend this camp to all of our friends. We have been so impressed each year with the caliber and character of the counselors- they are clearly more mature and more responsible than the average camp counselor, by a wise margin. They are also fun! My kids have settled on the rock climbing camp as their favorite, and I really appreciate the way the camp balances a bit of risk-taking with caution and a sense of adventure. I love that they are outdoors all day away from screens!” (Parent of 2023 Menlo Park Camper)

“Avid4 Adventure has had a profound impact on our child and our family. Through their experiences with the camp, our kids have become braver and more adventurous. The hikes have not only taught them about nature, but also instilled a deep appreciation for the outdoors. They have discovered the joy of mountain biking, and with the support of the camp counselors, they overcame their initial falls and challenges. Additionally, they had the opportunity to try new activities like stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking, which were exhilarating first-time experiences. The encouragement they received from the counselors boosted their confidence, and overall, they had an amazing time at Avid4 Adventure.” (Parent of 2023 Menlo Park Camper)

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