Not Your Average Summer Camp: A Day in the Life at Summit & Service
Summit & Service isn’t a camp. It isn’t a vacation. And it definitely isn’t a typical summer program. It’s two weeks where phones disappear, comfort
Summit & Service isn’t a camp. It isn’t a vacation. And it definitely isn’t a typical summer program. It’s two weeks where phones disappear, comfort
There’s a moment during every Summer Service Term when students realize something life‑changing: they are capable of impacting the world far beyond themselves. This realization
Powder Term is an immersive learning program that aims to empower teens in Physical, Academic, and Self Mastery. Through this program, participants are encouraged to prioritize their physical health and wellness, strive for academic excellence, and cultivate independence and self-reliance.
After a delicious breakfast at the Lodge, Powder Term students head to Purgatory Ski Resort to ride the chair and improve their on-snow skills.
Life on campus is a blend of structure, fun, and focus. Between full mornings of skiing on the slopes, study hall, group meals, and community living, it’s safe to say our students are never bored!
Every day at Surf Term, the practice of surfing is infused throughout all we do. From fueling with delicious foods at meal times to walking to the beach for a “wave check,” watching surf analysis videos, practicing mindfulness and breathwork, and grabbing a board from our rack, our days flow with the ocean tides.
When our students wake up in Costa Rica for Surf Term, they are immediately greeted by a symphony of nature’s finest sounds. The air is filled with the melodious chirping of various colorful birds, each adding its unique tune to the chorus
During Discover Term, students are introduced to three pillars of mastery – self-mastery, academic mastery, and physical mastery, which will affect them throughout their lives. Although the three pillars are the same, Surf Term and Powder Term deliver unique experiences, which is why many of our students attend both terms.
Considering attending both Surf Term and Powder Term? Each term brings a unique experience that will last a lifetime. Here is Arthur’s parents’ experience with Discover Term and the powerful transformation they saw in their son.
Our aim at Discover Term is to empower teens at critical growth stages to awaken their senses, activate their untapped potential, and ignite their passion for life, learning and adventure. Read a parent’s account on the transformation their son had at Surf Term and even after.