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You can apply for the age appropriate camp through the IIUK website or the The Ismaili App. You will need your IIUK login details. The deadline for applications is 28th March 2025. If you do not have an IIUK account please email akysb.camps@iiuk.org.
After you complete the application process, you will receive a confirmation email acknowledging receipt. It’s important to note that due to high demand for our programmes and our commitment to ensuring equitable access, we cannot guarantee a place for every application. If your application is not initially accepted, it will be automatically added to a waiting list.
We appreciate your understanding and will make every effort to accommodate as many participants as possible. Camp acceptances will be communicated in early May 2025.
Each of our camps is located at a different site across the United Kingdom. You can find out more about these sites via the links below:
Caring and Sharing – PGL Liddington
Discovery – PGL Osmington Bay
Encounters – Grosvenor Hall, Kingswood, Kent
Al-Ummah – Patterdale Hall, Lake District
Participants must be within the below specified age range of the relevant camp on or before 31 August 2025. This is so that participants fall within the designated age group during camp.
Caring and Sharing: 8-10 years
Discovery: 11- 13 years
Encounters: 14-15 years
Al-Ummah: 16-18 years
Click here and enter your child’s DOB to see which camp they are eligible for (this link can only be accessed using a web browser).
All of our camps offer a combination of outdoor adventures and engaging workshops. Specially trained instructors prioritise safety above all else and provide expert guidance for activities tailored to each camp’s unique location. Participants can expect land-based activities (climbing), water activities (rafting), and rope-based challenges in the air, ensuring a diverse and enjoyable experience. Each activity is designed to encourage participants to challenge themselves in a friendly, safe, and supportive environment.
For Al-Ummah participants, there’s also an exciting opportunity for an overnight expedition in the picturesque mountains of the Lake District.
Our interactive workshops, facilitated by dedicated volunteers, cater to different age groups. For the younger camps, workshops focus on reflection and value-based activities, while the older camps emphasise the development of soft skills, and critical thinking. These workshops contribute to a well-rounded and enriching experience for all participants.
Coach transport is available from designated pick-up points across the country. Details will be shared upon securing a place, allowing you to indicate a preferred pick-up point for to and from the camp site.
Yes, all meals are provided by the site (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner). Please inform us of any dietary restrictions or allergies during the application process.
Each camp maintains a 1:5 volunteer-to-participant ratio to ensure personalised attention and a safe environment.
All our volunteers and adults present at the camp undergo a thorough screening process. This includes a valid Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our volunteer recruitment process. The safety of our participants is our top priority, and we take every measure to ensure a safe and trustworthy environment.
Absolutely. We understand that financial concerns should never hinder the opportunity to attend our camps for any participant. If you require financial assistance, let us know by indicating this in the application form. Alternatively, feel free to reach out to the relevant camp team using the provided email addresses. We’re here to help make sure every child can experience the joy of our camps, regardless of financial circumstances.
If you have a query about a specific camp, you can get in touch using the following email addresses and a member of the camp team will be able to get back to you:
Caring and Sharing: caringandsharing@iiuk.org
Discovery: discovery@iiuk.org
Encounters: encounters@iiuk.org
Al-Ummah: alummah@iiuk.org
General queries can be sent to: akysb.camps@iiuk.org
You can apply online via the IIUK website or through the The Ismaili App on your smartphone. You will need your IIUK login details to do this. If you do not have an IIUK account please email akysb.camps@iiuk.org. The deadline for applications is 28th March 2025.
Due to the high demand for facilitator positions and our commitment to offering opportunities across the camps, facilitators may apply for a maximum of two camps and can attend one camp. This policy is in place to ensure that you apply to the camp that aligns best with your skills, abilities, time commitments and interests.
If you need support in deciding which camp to apply for, please don’t hesitate to reach out to any member of the camps teams. They will be happy to provide guidance and help you make an informed decision about the camp that suits you best.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who possess excellent communication skills, enjoy working as part of a team of like-minded people and have a genuine passion for working with youth. The age criteria for facilitators varies for each camp (see below). Facilitators must meet the minimum age requirement for the respective camp on or before the camp’s start date.
Caring and Sharing: 18-30 years old
Discovery: 18-30 years old
Encounters: 21-35 years old
Al-Ummah: 21-35 years old
Click here and enter your DOB to see what camp you are eligible to apply for (this link can only be accessed using a web browser).
All facilitators who are selected will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before attending camp.
As a facilitator, your main responsibilities will include looking after a group of participants, ensuring their safety, and promoting their wellbeing for the duration of camp. This will involve fostering an inclusive and positive camp environment for all participants. Additionally, facilitators are encouraged to actively engage in and supervise participants during the outdoor activities led by the site staff.
You’ll also have exciting opportunities to play a role in designing and planning evening entertainment activities and leading interactive workshops during the day that are tailored to the participants’ ages and align with the camp theme. This creative involvement enhances the overall camp atmosphere and ensures a memorable experience for all.
To equip you to take on these responsibilities, comprehensive training will be provided. The training sessions aim to instil confidence and ensure that you are well-prepared to excel in facilitating both the safety and enjoyment of participants throughout camp.
The application process involves completing a short online form with your details and a few short questions on your motivation for applying, what you hope to gain from the role and outlining any relevant experience you may have (these questions may vary depending on the camp you are applying for). Please note previous experience of working with the youth is not mandatory for applying.
All facilitators will be invited to take part in an informal virtual interview with members of the camps team. Applicants will be notified of the outcome after this. Whilst we recognise that this is a volunteering opportunity and it can be disheartening to be turned away from such a role, we are committed to providing feedback on all applications to provide areas of improvement going forwards and in signposting future opportunities across other areas of the Institutions.
Facilitator training is a big part of our camp journey and all facilitators are required to attend in person training sessions before attending camp. Dates of these sessions can be found in the application forms. The number of training sessions will vary depending on the camp and training topics will cover participant safety, youth mental health and safeguarding, facilitation skills, workshop specific training and understanding of relevant camp procedures.
Facilitators will be expected to attend training sessions which can vary for each camp, and of course attend the camp itself! Facilitators will also be required to complete pre-camp communication tasks with their respective participants and work with the camp project teams for any administrative tasks.
Facilitators will be supported by a dedicated project team who will be responsible for providing mentorship and guidance before and during camp. Additionally, all facilitators will be provided with a camp specific handbook to guide them through all procedures and expectations.
Facilitators are asked to contribute to the cost of the camp. Contribution amounts can be found on the individual camp pages. However, we understand that financial concerns should never hinder opportunities to facilitate at our camps. If you require financial assistance, let us know by indicating this in the application form. Alternatively, feel free to reach out to the relevant camp team using the provided email address.
If you have a query about a specific camp, you can get in touch using the following email addresses and a member of the camp team will be able to get back to you:
Caring and Sharing: caringandsharing@iiuk.org
Discovery: discovery@iiuk.org
Encounters: encounters@iiuk.org
Al-Ummah: alummah@iiuk.org
General queries can be sent to: akysb.camps@iiuk.org