One-Week Martial Arts Summer Camp Schedule and P&L Report

Schedule of Events

Monday:

  • Activity: Naval Aviation Museum
    • Highlights: IMAX movie, Fighter Pilot simulator ride
    • Cost: $165.00
  • Afternoon: Taekwondo drills at the school

Tuesday:

  • Activity: Bowling and Coast Guard Station Tour
    • Highlights: Bowling with lunch included, tour of Coast Guard Station
    • Cost: $160.00
  • Afternoon: TKD exercises at the school

Wednesday:

  • Activity: Florida Caverns State Park
    • Highlights: Lunch in a cave, supervised swimming, climbing wall
    • Cost: $90.00
  • Afternoon: Kicking and punching exercises at the school

Thursday:

  • Activity: Dolphin Cruise on a Glass Bottom Boat
    • Highlights: Dolphin watching, lunch on the boat
    • Cost: $110.00
  • Afternoon: Character development drills at the school

Friday:

  • Activity: Shipwreck Island Water Park
    • Highlights: Slides, wave pools, tube rides, included lunch
    • Cost: $440.00

Organizing the Camp

  • Transportation:
    • Borrowed two fifteen-passenger vans from a local church in exchange for a donation to their youth program.
    • Cost: Gas - $100, Donation - $200
  • Chaperones: Two volunteer moms assisted
  • Food: Approximate cost $200
  • Legal: Waiver of Liability prepared by an attorney

Financial Overview

  • Total Expenses:

    • Admission to Events: $965
    • Food: $200
    • Gas: $100
    • Donation for Vans: $200
    • Total: $1,465

  • Total Revenue:

    • Tuition: $150 per child for 30 children
    • Total: $4,500

  • Total Profit:

    • $4,500 (Revenue) - $1,465 (Expenses) = $3,035

Summary

The camp offered a week full of engaging activities including visits to museums, parks, and a water park, combined with martial arts training sessions. The strategy of internal marketing and ensuring engaging activities led to the camp filling up quickly and achieving a net profit of $3,035.

Tips for Success

  • Planning: Early and detailed planning ensures smooth execution and helps in managing costs effectively.
  • Internal Marketing: Utilizing existing resources and community support can significantly reduce costs.
  • Diverse Activities: Offering a variety of activities keeps the camp exciting and helps in attracting more participants.
  • Parental Involvement: Having volunteer chaperones not only provides support but also builds a stronger community connection.
  • Legal Preparedness: Ensuring proper waivers and legal documentation to protect against liabilities.

This comprehensive approach ensures that the camp is not only enjoyable for the participants but also financially successful for the school.