Make it a summer to remember with a LOFT summer camp
There’s lots on at LOFT this summer with a wide range of summer camps and activities to choose from!
Summer Camps 2018
Multi-Activity
10th – 13th of July | 11am – 4pm | €60
A fun filled week for all aged 12-18. This week will provide a great opportunity to try out some new activities, meet new people and gain confidence. Activities may include surfing, a visit to Waterworld or other adventure parks, a BBQ at Ards Forest Park and more.
Ready Steady Cook
17th – 20th of July | 11am-4pm | €60
Get ready for this year’s cookery camp and learn to cook some scrumptious starters, mouthwatering mains and delicious desserts. There will also be a focus on healthy eating, budgeting and if the weather is nice we may have a BBQ too. Aimed at all aged 12-18.
AMP (Art & Music Project)
14 – 17th of August | 11am-4pm | €60
This week will be packed with creative activities and workshops. It is a great opportunity to gain confidence, make new friends and learn something new. Everybody aged 12-18 welcome, no previous experience necessary.
Rockschool
20th – 24th of August | 11am-4pm | €75
This year’s Rockschool is going to be a brilliant week for all young people with an interest in music. There will be workshops to advance your skills or introduce you to something new. All aged 12-18 welcome no previous experience necessary.
REAL U
7th – 10th of August | 12am-4pm | €20
This week is for girls aged 12-18 who want to gain confidence, find out more about relationships and learn how to stay healthy. This will happen in a fun and active way and will also include a pamper day with make-up tuition, baking fun and more.
How to sign up?
To sign up simply fill out one of the sign up/membership forms. Pick up a form at 16-18 Port Road, Letterkenny. Bring this form into the LOFT and to secure your place you can pay a deposit of €20. Places will be given on a first come first served basis. For more information please contact the LOFT on 074 91 29630 or via email on loftstaff@gmail.com.
Other things happening this summer
Drop in
The drop-in space is a safe and supervised space in which young people can meet their friends, speak to youth workers or simply hang out. This space is jointly managed by the Youth Information Centre and the LOFT and is open:
Monday & Tuesday 12-6pm
Wednesday & Thursday 12-8pm
Friday 12-10pm
Saturday 2-6pm
Events
There will be a variety of different events happening during the dorp-in times this summer including band nights, movie nights, cookery events and gaming competitions. Please keep an eye out on our Facebook Page and the LOFT Instagram for any updates on these.
Individual Support
Staff in the LOFT provide individual support for all young people aged 12-24. The summer can be a long and sometimes challenging time where young people can feel isolated or anxious about their future. Please feel free to get in touch if you or someone you know could benefit from a little extra support. Individual support is targeted and flexible to ensure the young person’s needs are met.
The LOFT is jointly managed by Foróige and Donegal Youth Service and funded by Tusla. The LOFT is located at 16-18 Port Road, Letterkenny. Phone: 074 91 29630 Email: loftstaff@gmail.com
