Self Empowerment
Self Empowerment
A summer camp for teen girls designed to promote confidence and help teens learn to achieve their goals, fostering the best in them mentally, socially, and physically.
Date: July 10th to July 31st
Tuesdays & Thursday: 9:30 am to Noon
Where: Three Oaks Recreation Center
Address: 5517 Northwest Hwy, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
π YOU GLOW GIRL: Summer Confidence & Wellness Camp for Teens (Ages 13-17)
Schedule: Twice a week for 7 sessions
Session Length: 2.5 hours
Session Structure
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Camaraderie & Connection (40 min) β Led by Michele π―ββοΈ
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Fitness & Movement (30 min) β Led by Marcy πͺ
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Nutrition & Wellness (30 min) β Led by Irene + guest experts π
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Self-Care & Confidence (40 min) β Led by Nicki π
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Wrap-Up & Reflection (10 min) β Journaling & take-home challenge
Michele sets the tone for connection and support, Marcy brings the energy with fitness, Irene fuels the body with nutrition, and Nicki builds confidence and self-care. Dream team! π₯β¨
Session 1: Glow From the Inside Out β Building Confidence & Healthy Habits
π Thursday, July 10, 2025
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Camaraderie & Connection (40 min) β Led by Michele π―ββοΈ
β’ Icebreaker: "Two Truths and a Dream" π€©
β’ Goal-Setting Pair Work π―
β’ Confidence Pledge & Group Support β¨
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Fitness & Movement (30 min) β Led by Marcy πͺ
β’ Fun warm-up & posture drills π
β’ Bodyweight circuit for strength π₯
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Nutrition & Wellness (30 min) β Led by Irene + guest experts π
β’ Intro to Healthy Habits π±π§
β’ Hydration challenge π¦
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Self-Care & Confidence (40 min) β Led by Nicki π
β’ Creating a morning & evening routine ππ
β’ Skincare basics & self-care hacks π§΄
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Wrap-Up & Reflection (10 min)
β’ Journaling: βWhat does confidence mean to me?β βοΈ
β’ Take-home challenge: Track one positive habit π
Session 2: Dressing for Your Best Self
π Tuesday, July 15, 2025
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Camaraderie & Connection (40 min) β Led by Michele
β’ Compliment Circle: Giving genuine, specific compliments π₯°
β’ Confidence Mirror: Share what you love about yourself πͺ
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Fitness & Movement (30 min) β Led by Marcy
β’ Power & Posture Workout: Strength and alignment drills to stand tall & feel strong πͺ
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Nutrition & Wellness (30 min) β Led by Irene + guest expert
β’ Healthy Snacking & Mindful Eating ππ
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Self-Care & Confidence (40 min) β Led by Nicki
β’ Take the Color Test: Find the best colors for your skin tone π¨
β’ Dressing for Your Body Type: Learn how to wear outfits that flatter YOU π
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Wrap-Up & Reflection (10 min)
β’ Journaling: βOne thing I love about myself isβ¦β π
Session 3: Healthy Lifestyle & Goal Setting
π Thursday, July 17, 2025
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Camaraderie & Connection (40 min) β Led by Michele
β’ Mini Partner Challenge π§©
β’ Accountability Partner Check-In β¨
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Fitness & Movement (30 min) β Led by Marcy
β’ Strength training basics ποΈββοΈ
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Nutrition & Wellness (30 min) β Led by Irene + guest expert
β’ Meal Planning for Energy π₯
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Self-Care & Confidence (40 min) β Led by Nicki
β’ Habit Stacking & Goal Setting: Small changes = BIG success π
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Wrap-Up & Reflection (10 min)
β’ Journaling: βOne small habit Iβll add this week isβ¦β π‘
Session 4: Skincare & Natural Makeup for Teens
π Tuesday, July 22, 2025
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Camaraderie & Connection (40 min) β Led by Michele
β’ Partner Skincare Routine πββοΈ
β’ Makeup Swap & Try-On π
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Fitness & Movement (30 min) β Led by Marcy
β’ Dance or movement-based workout π
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Nutrition & Wellness (30 min) β Led by Irene + guest expert
β’ Glowing Skin from the Inside Out: Foods for clear skin π₯π
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Self-Care & Confidence (40 min) β Led by Nicki
β’ Hands-on skincare routine practice π
β’ Natural makeup tutorial π
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Wrap-Up & Reflection (10 min)
β’ Journaling: βWhat makes me feel beautiful?β π
Session 5: Social Media & Taking Great Pictures
π Thursday, July 24, 2025
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Camaraderie & Connection (40 min) β Led by Michele
β’ Photo Confidence Practice: Learn to pose naturally πββοΈ
β’ Social Media Uplift Challenge: Write positive comments for each other π
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Fitness & Movement (30 min) β Led by Marcy
β’ Outdoor adventure walk & posture work π³
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Nutrition & Wellness (30 min) β Led by Irene + guest expert
β’ Social Media vs. Real Life: Avoiding diet culture π
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Self-Care & Confidence (40 min) β Led by Tami Sumanski, Photographer πΈ
β’ How to take flattering, natural photos π·
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Wrap-Up & Reflection (10 min)
β’ Take-home challenge: Post one positive, real picture π₯°
Session 6: Overcoming Challenges & Building Resilience
π Tuesday, July 29, 2025
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Camaraderie & Connection (40 min) β Led by Michele
β’ Resilience Bingo π°
β’ Mindset Shifts: Turning negatives into positives π‘
β’ Confidence Power Songs πΆ
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Fitness & Movement (30 min) β Led by Marcy
β’ Obstacle course or team challenge πββοΈ
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Nutrition & Wellness (30 min) β Led by Irene + guest expert
β’ Emotional Eating & Healthy Coping Strategies π«πͺ
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Self-Care & Confidence (40 min) β Led by Deana
β’ Yoga for Inner Strength π§ββοΈ
β’ Handling setbacks & self-doubt π€
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Wrap-Up & Reflection (10 min)
β’ Journaling: βWhat is one challenge I have overcome?β π
Session 7: Celebration Day & Final Confidence Boost
π Thursday, July 31, 2025
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Camaraderie & Connection (40 min) β Led by Michele
β’ Confidence Walk: Girls walk down a βrunwayβ π
β’ Final Confidence Share: What they learned β¨
β’ Friendship Letters: Write a note to another girl π
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Fitness & Movement (30 min) β Led by Marcy
β’ Fun group workout of choice ππΊ
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Nutrition & Wellness (30 min) β Led by Irene + guest expert
β’ Long-Term Wellness Strategies π₯π₯
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Self-Care & Confidence (40 min) β Led by Nicki
β’ End of Camp: Girls' Choice! π (They pick their favorite activities from camp)
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Wrap-Up & Reflection (10 min)
β’ Celebrate your journey! Take a group photo πΈ