Great leaders start somewhere!
YMCA Camp Lakewood's Leader in Training (LIT) and Counselor in Training (CIT) programs give older campers the opportunity to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and take on new responsibilities in a supportive camp environment.
Through hands-on activities, teamwork, and new challenges, participants will gain valuable skills, make lasting friendships, and discover new ways to grow at camp.
Leader in Training (LIT)
Rising High School Juniors | 2 Weeks
Available during Sessions 1-2 or 3-4
The Leader in Training program helps campers build confidence, strengthen teamwork and communication skills, and grow as leaders through hands-on camp experiences.
LITs will take on new challenges, practice leading group activities, and learn to work together in an encouraging environment.
What Your Two Weeks Look Like
Develop Leadership Skills
Build confidence, teamwork, and communication skills through group challenges and opportunities to lead activities at camp.
Apply Leadership Skills
Apply leadership skills and use what you've learned about working as a team during the multi-day canoe trip.
The LIT Canoe Trip
One of the highlights of the LIT experience is a multi-day canoe trip! Campers will put their leadership skills into practice as they work together, solve problems, and take on new challenges.
Counselor in Training (CIT)
Rising High School Seniors | 3 Weeks
Available during Sessions 6-8
The Counselor in Training program gives campers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to be a great camp counselor. CITs will build leadership, responsibility, and childcare skills while learning how to support campers and lead activities.
Throughout the program, CITs will work alongside experienced counselors, gaining hands-on experience and preparing for future leadership opportunities.
What Your Three Weeks Look Like
Build Leadership Skills
Develop confidence and communication skills while learning what it means to be a great camp counselor.
Learn to Be a Counselor
Learn how to work with campers, manage behaviors, and lead activities.
Put Skills into Practice
Work alongside experienced counselors to help lead activities, support campers, and gain real experience as a counselor in a cabin.
Leave Your Mark: The Legacy Project
As part of their CIT experience, campers participate in a Legacy Project, giving them the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to Camp Lakewood.
Ready to Lead at Camp Lakewood?
Take the next step in your leadership journey!
Explore session dates, pricing, and registration information for our LIT and CIT programs.