Life at the Bay

  Valentine's day as everyone knows it, is that one day in the second week of February where you can most certainly paint the town red and not get criticized for it! Red roses, red balloons, red dresses, red hair even! It's all hearts and roses and pretty red things, but most importantly, it's that one day in the year when we appreciate the meaning of love. We always believe in teaching our Sugar Bay Babies whom we love very much, yes, you, all our wonderful campers, that love begins at home. If it weren't for the love of your wonderful parents, many of you would never know what the Sugar Bay experience is all about, and we wouldn't get to meet and fall in love with all of your wonderful, colourful personalities! So, this Valentine's day, we want to encourage you and help you show mom and dad how much we appreciate them and how much you love them by making them a little token of love and appreciation… By yourself... Home...

Having its origin in England, rock climbing has become an increasingly popular sport over the last century. While this sport has mainly been used for exercise purposes, its mental and physical effect on children is not to be under-estimated. Here are three of the main benefits of this awesome activity: The climbing process helps build concentration and focus, especially for children with autism. Allows for physical development as climbing improves muscular endurance, balance and flexibility. Boosts the child’s self-confidence and ability to set and achieve goals.The higher the child climbs it boosts their self esteem as they learn that they can set small goals and achieve them as they climb. A great life lesson to learn at a young age. These are just a few of the benefits of rock climbing which have a long term effect on child growth and development. Encourage physical and mental health by allowing your children to engage in sports. At Sugar Bay, not only ...

The Huffington Post recently did an article on Things You Didn't Know About Tic Tacs and, while that's all very interesting, we know that we've got an even more interesting Tick Tack right here at Sugar Bay. So we created a quick summary to share this Tick's terrific tale of visits to faraway lands, tan lines and more. Read on to learn more about your favourite Ropes Pro-Counselor: Did you know? 1. Tic Tacs are produced by Ferrero, the same company that makes Nutella, Kinder Chocolate, and Rocher chocolates, those nutty little balls of heaven which just so happen to be our Tick's favourite chocolate. Ferrero is an Italian company and mamma mia what do you know, Italy is on Tick's bucket list of places to visit.  2. Tic Tacs were originally (and oh so creatively) called"Refreshing Mints". As you may have guessed, there's a story behind Tick's name and it too has changed somewhat over the years. Starting out his first week during ...

Although yesterday was actually National Hedgehog Day, Sugar Bay counselors Lucky, Pepsi, Iron Brew and Hamster spent the day trying to get hold of some different four legged friends: our friendly escape-artist pigs Snap, Crackle & Pop ! And after much running around, giggles, squeals and oinks, we managed to secure a pic: Pepsi with one member of the new Sugar Bay trio Our curly-tailed friends arrived on Friday afternoon and have been excitedly exploring the Sugar Bay property ever since. We bet they're trying to get clued up on all of the activities available to them in their new home! We hope to show them off to our Grade 5 visitors from Clifton Prep when they arrive for fun in the sun on Wednesday. And hey, who knows, maybe someday the Sugar Bay beach will become the next Big Major Cay , an island in the Bahamas completely inhabited by pigs!  Swimming pigs in the Bahamas Until then, keep it oinky my friends and remember, It's ...

What an amazing holiday camp we had last week: 7 days = 7 Wonders of the World = AWESOMENESS! I took a stroll around the camp and saw happy children, crazy counselors and smiles all around. I, an office dweller - lathered completely with sun screen (I might have looked like a badly iced cake), armed with my cool shades and visor cap – dared to leave the airconditioned office and step into the wild. And it was amazing - the atmosphere was positively electric! I asked a few kids what their favourite Sugar Bay experience was, and the votes are in – the winner is... the Fire Show!!! Oh, don't worry, we told them not to try this at home... or at school... or next door. We were pretty clear about that. Hot topic! I must say that every single child mentioned how awesome it is to meet new people and make new friends. Aww, sweet. And that's me. Office dweller, past Transvaaler, smeared with a thick layer of sunscreen, signing out of cyber-world and jumping...

Hi Everyone! It's our birthday!!! And who doesn't like a good birthday party? Here at Sugarbay we are having a 10 day bash. Between all the awesome wet and crazy wild activities we have thrown in some birthday fun too. Our sand castle challenge this week was to create a birthday cake. Here is a photo of this weeks winner: Of course what party would be complete without cupcakes! Some of the girls got to show us their creative side by making some awesome colourful creations. Then they burned off the extra energy by doing wild barrel rolls in the pool! Well I'm off to go make a splash! Keep on smiling! Taz

Hi Everyone! This week is all about The Big bang Theory and science! We are having loads of fun seeing everyone dressed up in their geeky attire! After lathering on copious amounts of sunscreen our nerds headed out for some sunlight! There's no trace of hiding from any sun or adventure this week! Well I'm off to go and build a rocket. Keep on smiling! Taz

Hi everyone! There's candy everywhere! This week is beacon all sorts week and we are all enjoying a sugar rush. Of course here at sugar bay we like to play with our food! What better way to show your favourite counselor some love than to dunk them in goopy jelly! Luckily we have loads of activities to use up all the extra energy. Well I'm off to go hunt for a golden ticket in the tuck shop! Keep on smiling! Taz

Hi everyone! This week at Sugarbay we have counselor training week, which means new friends and wacky nicknames. Everyone is very excited to join the Sugarbay family and meet all future campers.This week is all about learning the ropes, literally! Some faced their fears by conquering the King Swing! Everyone learnt how to save a life with proper life guarding techniques and equipment as well as CPR training. Also test their stamina with a swim all the way to the back line in the ocean. It is so much fun learning new skills and be able to try out all the activities. Our brand new counselors are very excited to show future campers all the different ways to have the time of your life! Well I'm off to learn how to snorkel! Keep on smiling. Taz

Hello to all my campers. I know I have been off the radar for the past few weeks but after reading this you will understand why. But before I give you the exciting low down, go check out our awesome music video that we filmed during the June/ July holiday camps. You may just recognise someone. Imagine arriving at a place you have never been before, driving down the drive way your heart starts pumping and your body becomes overwhelmed with the excitement and nervousness at the same time. You have been waiting for this moment for weeks, hearing stories, looking at pictures and packing your bag. And now you are finally here! As you park, you are welcomed by a crazy dressed up character with a friendly smile. Walking through the colourful set up you think to yourself, "is this the place for me?" Then mom and dad leave and it's just you. As you sit on the stairs you look around at 100 new faces, and now it's time for your journey to start. For...