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North Shore Island Camp Experience
Weekend Overview
Your course snapshot
LOCATION
Hawaii
DURATION
6 days
FORMAT
In-Person
CREDITS
Equivalent to 6 Credits (72 Hours)
COURSE
Discover & Connect in Hawaii
Spend six days between the Waiʻanae Mountains and the beaches of Mokulēʻia at YMCA Camp Erdman on Oʻahu’s North Shore. Our Discover & Connect in Hawaii course centers on cultural awareness and community involvement. Coursework blends classroom learning with hands-on excursions to sites central to Hawaiian culture, plus experiences like snorkeling and hula dancing. Earn 6 credits while living, sharing meals, and exploring alongside au pairs from around the world.
North Shore Island Camp Experience
Everything you need to know before your week on Oʻahu’s North Shore
Mountains and Beach, Every Day
Camp Erdman is a 20-acre beachfront camp between the Waiʻanae Mountains and the beaches of Mokulēʻia. The scenery isn't a day trip, it's the backdrop to your classes and your meals.
Hawaii Exploration
Explore the Polynesian Cultural Center and Waimea Valley, go snorkeling, and learn about Hawaiian culture through hands-on experiences, including hula led by a traditional kumu hula.
Island Camp Life
Cabins two minutes from the beach, shared meals, and evenings together at camp. Enjoy learning spaces and everyday moments together, surrounded by mountains and ocean.
New Friendships
Living together at camp, not just attending class together, means more time to actually get to know the au pairs around you.
Hawaii Course Details
What's included & course structure
ATTENDANCE STARTS
4:00 PM on Monday
ATTENDANCE ENDS
11:00 AM on Saturday
ARRIVE BY
2:00 PM on Monday
DEPART AFTER
2:00 PM on Saturday
PRICE INCLUDES
• 5 nights of housing (YMCA Camp Erdman on O'ahu's North Shore)
• 11 meals
• Transportation to all course excursions
• Admission to the Polynesian Cultural Center
• Equivalent to 6 credits | 60/72 hours
Discover & Connect in Hawaii
Discover & Connect in Hawaii centers on cultural awareness, community involvement, and genuine connection. Through classroom learning and hands-on excursions to important cultural sites, you'll build a real understanding of Hawaiian traditions and values. Experiences like snorkeling and hula dancing bring that culture to life outside the classroom, while living alongside your au pair classmates builds friendships that last well beyond the course. You'll leave with a deeper appreciation for the culture and community of the islands!
Meet the Team
The team behind your weekend
Joree
City Director
Valerie
Instructor
Becky
Program Coordinator
Reviews
What students are saying
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