CampLeaders

This is unconnected with my previous negative review of CampLeaders based on the low pay and long hours my daughter experienced in Lochearn camp. My daughter is not having a good summer. After completing tough 10 weeks she planned on travelling for 2. In Boulder, Colorado 2 days ago she had an emergency apendecomy following a week of severe pain. She is now waiting to be repatriated. Campleaders team 'wolverine'! Are supposed to help with this process and have done absolutely nothing. We had to contact airlines, insurers, pay up front for altered flights. The bottom line is that CampLeaders are a lucrative enterprise for a few directors - they pay staff very little from the mislead student labour to their own inadequate support staff. Avoid at all cost.

I've been to camp for 3 years and have always used Camp Leaders. They have the best balance between fees you pay and the money camp pay you. One of the best things that I love is when I first signed up, they gave me a call and explained everything to me (from the application process, to what it is like at camp). My camp even encourages us to return through camp leaders and even though I wasn't placed at a job fair, the support they gave me and help to still get a job was amazing. I know people hate on the job fairs but being able to speak to directors really helped me decide what type of camp would suit me - I was also hired 2 weeks after the job fair - not long at all.

I went to a job fair with these guys last year, it was crazy busy with hundreds of people like me trying to get a job at a camp. The ques were long, but it was totally worth it. The staff were really helpful and looked through our profiles to help us get to talk to the right camp for us! I sadly didn't get placed at the fair, but that was ok too! The camp that I got placed at through the online system was 100% the right place for me - these guys know how to do it right! The job fair was a really good experience meeting other people in the same situation and getting to talk to camp directors to understand what they're looking for. Camp leaders were really supportive during the whole process and even though I had a few problems (my fault), the office staff waded through them with me and got me to camp! I would recommend them to anyone thinking of camp over summer - and those who aren't!

This website offers teenagers an opportunity to work in America at a childrens campus.
Once you apply They inform you that you have been a successfull applicant and arrange an interview in London at a cost of £50, Stating the £50 would NOT be refunded if you did NOTshow for the arranged appointment, but if you did show and was no offered a the job they WOULD refund the money. My son had the interview, was told he had been accepted. When we asked for the refund of £50, he was told this was not the case and the £50 would be offsett against other costs, they
Then asked for another £140 to process his application further. Reading the spec on Google they state that once you have paid out extra money to the tune of £460 there is no guarantee of a job but will only submit you application to the 'camps' once the whole amount has been paid.

This is a legal license to steal money.

Beware

One very irate fifty pound lighter parent

I have been to summer camp twice already and have previously used Camp America, this year I'm using Camp Leaders and they are way better! In my two previous summers I have never once spoken to anyone from the Camp America office, in contrast just within a day of applying to Camp Leaders I had been called by a member of their team. With Camp Leaders I feel like an individual and would thoroughly recommend them over Camp America where I felt like just another applicant. Great service, competitive rate and awesome team!

I was happy at the prospect of becoming a Camp Leader, after applying a little late I was told that there might be a chance I might not be placed in time for Summer 2014, due to the time scale, however they would do their utmost to help in any way possible.

Unfortunately as I was not placed, they promised for the money to be transferred onto the following year and I would be contacted in September that year, however up till now they have not even attempted to contact myself, and have taken all my money! They had even closed my account - anyone who doesn't get placed please demand for a refund there and then as they will simply not contact you ever again -SCAM!

I applied through Camp Leaders to go to work at a summer camp in the USA last year. The application process was straightforward and the Camp Leaders team were there to support me with any questions I had along the way. I would recommend Camp Leaders to anyone wishing to work at a summer camp.

HAVE ADDED EXTRA STAR TO ORIGINAL REVIEW AS GOT A GOOD ANSWER FROM CAMP LEADERS TO MY REVIEW QUESTION. (now 4 stars - Cool)

Hey Camp Leaders, it would really help you and anyone reading your reviews if you cleared up the worry on if you take a further payment (after the £549 flight included and visa costs etc). Is another payment charged after this from what you earn at the camp in America? If so what is it?, how much? And where does this it say this on your site as it really needs to be clear.
Thanks

Signing up for my 3rd summer returning to camp. The CampLeaders program is great. With a great office staff that were always happy to help with my massive amount of questions and queries about the costs, visa information, and anything else that I asked. I've never questions the costs, the program is amazing value for money. Flights included, AMAZING. They made my summer camp experience simple and hassle free. Would HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND this program to everyone. (top LADs)

I've just started my application process for the third year running with Camp Leaders and I'm still just as impressed as I was back in 2012. I researched a large group of similar companies before committing to anything as the prices can be a little bit intimidating to a student who hangs on to every penny. Since my first application I've received nothing but outstanding service from Camp Leaders and every member of staff I've ever dealt with.

Any questions I have about the program, costs, camps, visas etc are dealt with immediately by knowledgeable staff and I truly feel time after time like all of their attention is focussed on me, when I know they actually have hundreds of applicants to deal with everyday.

As far as costs go, it does come off as expensive initially but it's no different to any other company and I think that some people forget what they're actually paying for. You'd pay a significant amount more if you were looking to spend 3 months on holiday in America, and the whole program is based around the experience. The reason I'm going back for the third consecutive year when I could be spending my time and money elsewhere is because the experience I'm gaining and the fun I'm having every summer is incomparable.

In a now saturated market I rate Camp Leaders as the best company by far to work with and I'd highly recommend them to anyone thinking about a summer abroad.

I had always wanted to work abroad and as basketball player and coach working in the USA was the dream! I went to university in Cardiff in 2009 and the boy who lived opposite me in halls had just come back from his first summer working at a camp in Boston - it was all he talked about. He also got a job working for Camp Leaders. I decided to check out the website one day and found that it was so easy to apply it would be silly not to do it there and then, so I did.
A few days later I had a phone call when I was on the bus to university from Camp Leaders asking me about my application and about my qualifications. Next thing I knew I was had an interview and was accepted onto the programme. Two months later I had a Skype interview with my Camp also in Boston and was hired. I was so excited for the summer ahead. I ended up going to the sister camp of the boy who lived opposite me in halls. It was such a great experience all made easier by Camp Leaders who helped me even whilst I was in the USA. I loved it so much I returned to the same camp the following summer!

Camp Leaders helped me every step of the way, always knew you by name when you rang up and could solve all your problems and answer any questions you had. They make the costs very clear up front and even heavily promote ways you can save money through them.

I would highly recommend them to anyone who is thinking about going to work a camp in America. Thank you Camp Leaders for an unforgettable, life changing experience!

I have used camp leaders for three years and given them thousands of pounds for a service which as, at best, severely shabby. There are hidden costs and unexpected hassles so let me just outline a few for those of you considering. Needless to say- this company and those like it (Camp America, etc) have monopolised to market so that if you want to work at a summer camp, you have to use the service. Let me go on.
As a first year user- you pay around £500 for a visa, flights and placement at camp. Not bad you say? They also shadily take away two thirds of your end salary without actually telling you in black and white. You think youve got $2000 to travel with? Try $700.
As a returner you pay them around £500 to... do... nothing. "admin". And then you have to book your own flights and visa. Sure! You get the full salary! But surely youre paying enough out before then for this to even merit.

The customer service is absolutely rubbish- I was told that the office had 'mislaid' my passport pictures meaning that my visa was delayed. A week before I flew I still didnt have flight details and when I emailed enquiring I was asked 'are you really desperate for them?'.

At the end of the day- its a great experience that I would recommend to anyone. However if you can find a non-profit organisation offering the same services then would thoroughly recommend you go that way instead.

Hope Ive been helpful.

Camp leaders is a complete scam. I paid my 49pound deposit, I was really looking forward to the program. I attended to ye job fair on sat the 17th ques up for a camp called club get away, the girls into were very 2faced and $#*!. One of th come dowe the que to speak to everyone being friendly to us then pointed out who her boy friend was so oversupply she felt threatened pointed out her best mate was one of the judges then made a remark about not being able to wear make up or use straighteners which is discriminations. I feel disgusted that someone can judge you for what you look like and five minutes of speaking to you.We then qued up in the que for a hour and half, one of the co leaders whispers something to her friend and the agreed. We then was told we wasn't successful during the five minute interview the camp director wasn't there to see me. I think if he was there I would of got a good chance. I've rang up to complain about the situations they told me to ring back in the morning. I rang be the next day and was told I wouldn't get a refund of my 49pound even tho I've been told but different people if I withdraw because I decide the program wasn't for me I would have money bk. The manager I spoke to was very rude and helpful and was raising her voice. It was a real bad experience and wouldn't recommend it for any one to try. I think there out for what money they can get. It's discuting how they can treat people like this.

Не совершайте моих ошибок, не связывайтесь с этими мошенниками. Неухоженная территория, плохая инфраструктура (отсутствие горячей воды, засоры в туалетах), совковое отношение. Руководство не идет на контакт и избегает нас чтоб не возвращать деньги. Анна

I know I still have a way to go yet before jetting off for the best summer of my life, however I am glad to be given the opportunity to feedback on my experience so far.

4 years ago, I signed up with Camp America and didn't get placed due to an error on my behalf around dates. Last year, I decided to give this thing another go, now I'm a graduate and a bit older, I felt more ready for this.
I researched and researched about which company to go for. I tweeted Camp America, Wild Packs, Camp Leaders and BUNAC saying I was trying to decide who to go with and it was Camp Leaders who stuck out to me throughout all of my research.

They weren't telling me not to go with other companies and badmouthing others, and they weren't, as one company did, trying to appeal to me by telling me they'd pay me the most (that's not why I'm going to camp). What they did do, was explain why I should choose them. They explained HONESTLY that I would get the same outcome from each company, to go to America, however Camp Leaders has a very supportive structure in place to help you with every step of the way.

As someone who likes to know every detail and plan my own trips, I thought this would be perfect for me. They rang me the next day explaining everything and then I started a profile. About a week later they rang again, and I paid my deposit.
I haven't looked back.

I cannot fault the enthusiasm and patience of everyone I have spoken to. They are a unique company in the fact that they really seem to care and take the time for every one of their recruits. They are all excited to get you placed and celebrate when you do.

Imogen on Twitter (if there's anyone else on there, you too, sorry) has been phenomenal to keep up with what's going on and being in Bear Team has been beyond excellent to keep me on track and not feeling too lost.

Genuinely, through my experience so far, I cannot think of a bad word to say, I just hope this continues for the rest of my experience and I have no doubts that it will.

Thank you Camp Leaders.
(They also do great stash).