
Mindfulness Practices

Nature Immersion

Meaningful Connections


The Camp Santosh Experience
Connect with nature
Build confidence and strength
Learn yoga, meditation & breathwork
Presented by the Art of Living Foundation, Camp Santosh is more than just a camp - it's a life-changing experience designed for kids and teens (ages 8-17) to build resilience, cultivate mindfulness, and make lifelong friendships.
Nestled across 300 acres of pristine nature in La Mauricie, Québec, Camp Santosh (meaning "happiness/contentment" in Sanskrit) blends traditional outdoor adventure with empowering practices of yoga, meditation, and breathwork. Your child will experience a summer filled with laughter, leadership, personal growth, and unforgettable memories, while cultivating friendships that will last a lifetime.
July 3 – 19, 2026
Ages 8–17

Recognized in North America's Top 60 Summer Camps of 2017

Proud member of Association des camps du Québec and Camp Canada




SKY Kids (Ages 8 - 12):
Fun-filled introduction to breathing techniques, meditation, yoga, games, and emotional resilience tools
Boosts focus, creativity, and confidence - all through play!
SKY Teens (Ages 13 - 17):
Empowering workshops on leadership, stress management, mindfulness, and achieving personal goals
Deeper exploration of the powerful SKY Breath Meditation
At Camp Santosh, your child's well-being is our highest priority. Our comprehensive approach to safety and comfort ensures parents can relax while their children thrive in our care.
Begins with our exceptional 1:8 staff-to-camper ratio. Our trained adult counselors are present and engaged throughout the day and overnight. We have team members trained in First Aid, CPR, and our camp’s full medical protocols to ensure safety and preparedness at every level.
Provide a true home away from home. Campers are housed in cozy, well-maintained cabins separated by age and gender, with clean bathroom and shower facilities nearby. Our accommodations are designed to feel like a second home and are accessible to meet a variety of needs - so every camper feels comfortable and cared for.
Are a highlight of summer camp, and we take water safety seriously. All lake activities are supervised by certified lifeguards, and every camper completes a swim assessment before participating in water-based fun like swimming and supervised lake games.
Are both nutritious and delightful. Campers enjoy wholesome, tasty meals that fuel active days and growing bodies. We provide a variety of balanced, vegetarian options and can accommodate dietary restrictions with advance notice.
Session 1
July 3 - 11, 2026
Session 2
July 11 - 19, 2026
Full Session
July 3 - 19, 2026
Wake Up
Breakfast + Clean-up Volunteering
Morning Sessions (Courses + Snack)
Lunch
ZAP (Quiet Rest Time)
Adventure Activities
Dinner
Evening Fun (games, music, bonfires)
Evening Snack
Lights Out (10pm for teens)







No worries at all! Many campers arrive without any experience. Our morning sessions include a few hours of age-appropriate yoga, breathwork, and guided meditation — all taught in a fun and engaging way by friendly instructors. The rest of the day follows a typical camp structure, filled with games, outdoor adventures, and group activities.
We maintain a screen-free environment to help campers fully immerse in nature and build genuine connections. Devices are collected upon arrival and returned at departure. However, to keep families connected, campers are given 15 minutes each day to call home and share highlights from their day.
Yes! We schedule regular opportunities for campers to call home and share their adventures with family.
Campers are grouped by age and gender in comfortable cabins, each supervised by dedicated counselors who stay with them overnight.
The weather in St. Mathieu-du-Parc is part of the adventure! During July and August, we experience warm, sunny days, cooler evenings, and the occasional rainy afternoon. We recommend packing for a variety of conditions, and don’t forget your bug spray and light long-sleeve clothing to stay comfortable during mosquito season.
Camp Santosh is designed to help kids build independence and fully engage with the experience, so we don’t offer in-person visits during the session unless there’s an emergency. However, to keep families connected, campers are given 15 minutes each day to call home and share highlights from their day.
Yes! We schedule regular opportunities for campers to call home and share their adventures with family.
To ensure they are properly prepared, please download our Packing Checklist.
Full refunds are available up to 30 days before camp begins, with partial refunds available afterwards. See our registration page for complete details.
Camp Santosh 2026 is where friendships blossom, adventures thrive, and young hearts grow stronger. Give your child the gift of connection, joy, and confidence this summer.
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