The Camp Santosh Experience
WHERE
SUMMER DREAMS
COME ALIVE
The Ultimate Summer Adventure for Body, Mind, and Spirit
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 275 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.
Camp Santosh 2025
August 4 – 17, 2025
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
Your Child's Complete Safety & Comfort
Programs Tailored for Every Age
At Camp Santosh, we know that every age brings unique adventures, challenges, and dreams. That’s why we offer specially designed programs that meet kids and teens right where they are - helping them build confidence, friendships, and important life skills while having the time of their lives.
Experience
the Evergreen Difference
Unforgettable Adventures Await
Explore the breathtaking landscapes, hidden trails, and iconic sights of the Pacific Northwest with Evergreen Escapes. Our small-group tours are crafted for travelers who want more than just a visit—they want an authentic, immersive experience. From the coastal beaches to mountain peaks, let us guide you through the region’s best-kept secrets.
Connect with nature
Local Guides | Small Groups | Sustainable Travel
Build confidence and strength
Learn yoga, meditation & breathwork
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 Sudarshan Kriya™ breathing technique
Why Choose Camp Santosh?
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.
Professional Supervision & Care
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.
Our Accommodations
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.
Water Activities
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.
Mealtimes at Camp Santosh
A Typical Day at Camp Santosh
Week 1:
August 4 – 10, 2025
Week 2:
August 10 – 17, 2025
Full Session:
August 4 – 17, 2025
Three Incredible Camp Options
7:45am Wake Up
8:30am Breakfast + Clean-up Volunteering
9:30am Morning Sessions (Courses + Snack)
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm ZAP (Quiet Rest Time)
2 – 5pm Adventure Activities
5:30pm Dinner
7:00pm Evening Fun (games, music, bonfires)
8:30pm Evening Snack
9:15pm Lights Out (10pm for teens)
The Santosh Experience
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FAQs
Ready to Make This Summer Unforgettable?
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 offer shuttle service options to help families with transportation. If you’re interested, please contact our team at retreat@artofliving.ca and we’ll be happy to help coordinate the details.
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 Location
Art of Living Retreat Centre, Canada
13 Chemin de L'Infinité
St-Mathieu-du-Parc, QC, G0X 1N0
Québec Tourism Establishment Number: 294413
Contact Us:
Shreya Shah: (819) 532-3328
Shreya.Shah@artofliving.ca
Mark Fry: (514) 815-0432
mark.fry@artofliving.ca
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Camp Santosh 2025 is where friendships blossom, adventures thrive, and young hearts grow stronger.
Give your child the gift of connection, joy, and confidence this summer.
Daily yoga, meditation, and breathwork sessions that cultivate self-confidence and emotional resilience, supporting meaningful personal growth
Mindfulness Practices:
Forest hikes, daily lake swims, kayaking, and starlit bonfires
Nature Immersion:
Screen-free environment where genuine friendships and life-skills flourish
Meaningful Connections:
Weekly adventures to La Mauricie National Park and Arbraska's treetop ropes course or Aqua Radical water obstacle park
Exciting Excursions:
“The very best moments of my childhood and teen years were spent at the Art of Living Centre. I am grateful to have spent so much outdoor time here, running in the forest and swimming in the lake. The important friendships I built helped me move confidently through my teen years.”
- Mary Shorten, alumni
“Camp Santosh is inclusive and the counselors are so nice! I feel the happiest when I go there and look forward to it every year."
"Something that stood out to me in Camp was the breathing techniques. I know that I will use them a lot when I get angry, to calm me down."
"I learned how to get rid of bad thoughts and that other people can't tell you what to do."
"In Camp Santosh I learned how to be a good leader and how to transmit from my own experience what living without stress feels like."
“I always find myself filled with gratitude at the end of camp. I leave with so much positive energy and new ideas and memories that I cherish.”
The Camp Santosh Experience
For the moment, Camp Santosh is only offered in English.