In 2025, the No Fear Camp will begin with no compromises.
No hotels, no catering, no porcelain, no toilets with electronic water flow regulation.
For 10 days we will live in tents, build our field bathrooms and eat what we cook ourselves. So bring a tent, a spoon, a bowl, and get ready for new friendships and plenty of English.
The camp is for young people.
What does that mean? God only knows. If you feel that the camp is for you, then it is probably for you, and let's leave it here.
We have one condition: you must be of legal age. In Poland, that means: you must be at least 18 years old.
Sorry, it's not up to us. We would love to set the minimum age at 15, but that would mean unimaginable amounts of tedious paperwork that we simply can't afford and the constant visits from grim government clerks that we can't stand any more. It's enormous waste our time and resources.
So what to do if you're 17? I don't know, maybe try to grow a mustache or use a magical aging cream.
Still, the camp is primarily for young people and for those who want to stop being afraid.
Afraid of what? Of anything: that you won't manage, others won't like you, that you'll make a mistake, that you'll embarrass yourself. That you catch a cold, that a beaver bites you, that your English is poor. Just pick one, options are endless.
Fear is our worst enemy. Unfortunately it is the main ingredient in the diet that we are fed daily by the government, the media, the companies, the church, and the school.
Our camp is meant to be an antidote.
Welcome to your detox!
We are a small organization (called To Be Happy C.I.C.) based on volunteer work. We got to know each other by listening to the podcast Odwyk by Martin Lechowicz (the longest-running podcast in Poland). We discovered that we enjoy each other's company, have good ideas, and like people. When it turned out that we were good at managing projects, we began organizing Christian language camps. They are quite original and participants have come to love them.
Why Christian? Because we are a group of friends for whom God is an important part of life. We are united by the belief that we see Christianity in a simple, life-oriented way: as establishing a personal relationship with God and following Jesus in practice. Since this way of life has brought us much joy, we now have a natural desire to share this with others.
We are not part of any specific church. We value freedom and individuality in seeking our own life path, and we provide the same freedom to others.
We only prepare one camp a year – it is not mass production; it is handcrafted.
We do not teach for the school exams or tests. We train our language skills by natural immersion. This process is difficult to plan and control, and that's probably the reason it is not very popular in public schools. But it is incredibly efficient.
One of the requirements for our teachers is to speak fluently two languages (three is better, four is perfect) and to be well experienced in learning by natural immersion. We're a very practical bunch!
We all agree that the main priority in effective learning is to eliminate fear. Coincidentally, this is just as important to perfect the art of living a happy life. Hence the name: No Fear Camp. Together we can learn how to fight the fear and win.
14 July 2025
We start by getting to know each other a little, playing a bit, having some food. Then we will create groups that match our English level. After the supper at 7:00 PM we will all meet and learn all the details of the camp.
15 July 2025
The first day will be special - we will build! Each group will build its base area, where they will meet, talk, and cook for the rest of the camp.
16-23 July 2025
9:00 - Morning exercises
9:30 - English Breakfast
10:30 - Reading Time
11:30 - Learning Time
14:00 - Lunch
15:30 - Fun Time
18:30 - Supper
19:15 - Good Evening
22:00 - Good Night
24 July 2025
We'll eat the last remnants from the pots, spend the last hours together, clean up, and tell each other: good bye friend.
It will be sad. But it's a new beginning.
There will be no violence, hitting, beating or bullying. This applies to everyone and everywhere. We have no tolerance at all for people who harm others.
The same applies to private property: theft or destruction of property is unacceptable and will be dealt with swiftly and seriously.
No alcohol. It is a sad rule and unfortunate, because even Jesus drank wine with his disciples. However, the camp lasts only 10 days and to use them best we can and be active we need clear minds and full energy.
If you need to smoke, go to the designed area. General rule here is: stink as bad as you like, but everyone has has right not to smell you.
Boys and girls, keep the romances under control. No making babies at the camp, please.
Campers declare they will follow the instructions of the staff regarding safety, legal requirements, and other important matters. What is an important matter? Use your common sense.
When in doubt, the last word belongs to the captain of the camp. The captain is our supreme court.
Do we need more specific rules or guidelines? We don't. We like to keep it simple. All the problems and conflicts will be cheerfully resolved as we go. We'll deal with anything. Just keep to those seven ground rules and we'll all enjoy the camp.
If anything is unclear, just ask right away. We are always happy to talk and answer any questions.