YMCA.mk Launches Call for Campers for Summer 2026 Leadership Camps

BITOLA, Macedonia - April 12, 2026 - PRLog -- YMCA N.Macedonia's Summer Camp Season features three American-style summer camps designed to inspire, educate, and empower young people across the country. in partnership with Peace Corps and local volunteers, this year's camps blend experiential education, leadership development, and summer adventure.

Three Camps, One Mission: Developing Future Leaders

The 2026 lineup is tailored to different groups and will take place in Bitola and Pelister National Park.

SPARK Camp - Strong Prepared Aspiring Responsible Kids (23-25 June 2026) introduces a new day camp for students, girls and boys, from the Bitola area entering Grades 6–8. SPARK focuses on building foundational leadership skills through hands-on activities, teamwork, and creative exploration.

GLOW Camp - Girls Leading Our World (1–4 July 2026) is an empowering overnight experience for high school girls entering Years 1–4. The program focuses on confidence-building, leadership development, and fostering meaningful connections among young women ready to make a difference.

YMLP Camp – Young Men's Leadership Project (July 8–11, 2026) offers a parallel leadership experience for high school boys entering Years 1–4, emphasizing responsibility, teamwork, and personal growth through interactive learning and outdoor adventure.

Camp Experience & Values

Campers will engage with the YMCA "Leaders-in-Training" program pillars: Civic Responsibility, Environment, Leadership, and Personal Growth. In addition, campers will enjoy sports, outdoor excursions, and creative electives, including activities and adrenaline-based experiences in Pelister National Park.

YMCA N.Macedonia's summer leadership camps are rooted in strong values—caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, courage, creativity, and passion. They are known for creating a safe environment where young people can grow, challenge themselves, and build lasting friendships.

Application Process

Interested students can apply online for GLOW and YMLP camps, while parents can register their children online for SPARK Camp. The selection process includes:

1. Online application submission by 30 April: see Calls for Campers at https://ymca.mk/calls
2. Interviews of select students with a member of the camp staff (in-person or online for GLOW-YMLP only)
3. Notification of acceptance
4. Completion of registration by parents/guardians, including required forms and payment; scholarships are available
5. Preparation for camp

A Summer of Growth & Leadership

With a strong track record of youth programming, YMCA N.Macedonia continues to invest in the next generation of leaders through innovative and engaging summer camps. The 2026 season offers opportunities for young people to discover their potential, develop leadership skills, and create unforgettable memories.