Confirmation Camp 2026
A lifetime investment in the heart of Värmland – almost four weeks that can change your life
June 17 – July 11, 2026
Tradition since 1960
Welcome to the confirmation camp
We have been arranging confirmation camps in Värmland for over 60 years. and can give you a memorable confirmation camp at Värmeln outside Arvika - an experience that may affect you for the rest of your life!
At our confirmation camp you will receive guidance in the most important questions of life, discover who Jesus is and decide if he means anything to you. You will also get a few nice, fun and eventful summer weeks!
We who work with camp confirmations have no difficulty in seeing why our confirmation candidates are so satisfied with their
Here are some reasons:
- New friends from all over Sweden
- Committed, handpicked and young leaders who truly believe in what they do
- A whole month of intense community, play and seriousness
- Stay in a fantastic location with unique opportunities for canoeing, adventure and swimming
- Theatre, dance, music and creative activities
- Outdoor activities, canoeing, sports, football and volleyball
- Complement to confirmation education for maximum development
Our confirmation candidates express year after year...
…that after the course they have matured and developed both personal, spiritual, creative and social and many people talk about the confirmation camp afterwards as a "life investment".
Plan ahead
Upcoming camps
Call: Wednesday, June 17 at 16:00 PM
Confirmation: Saturday, July 11 at 11:00 in Brunskog Church
After-match: One weekend in September or October (required)
Call: Wednesday, June 16 at 16:00 PM
Confirmation: Saturday, July 10 at 11:00 in Brunskog Church
After-match: One weekend in September or October (required)
Watch the film
Experience the confirmation camp
What is confirmation?
Confirmation means confirmation and is about confirming one's baptism. In infant baptism, parents are asked if they want their child to be baptized into the Christian faith, and in confirmation, the person being confirmed is then asked to confirm their baptism and say yes to God.
If you have not been baptized before, the opportunity for baptism will be available during the camp.
We want to give you, as a confirmand, the opportunity to discover who God is and to grow in faith in him. The confirmation period is an important time, which you should try to make the most of. It is not primarily intended to give you a few nice summer weeks, but first and foremost wants to be a guidance in life's most important issues.
Example of a day
This is what a typical day looks like
We have a prayer time at the camp, which means we meet in the chapel for prayer three times a day. The days are spent in lessons, theme nights, music, drama, swimming, sports, soccer, volleyball, homework, canoeing and other outdoor activities.
08:00 Awakening
08:30 Lauds (morning prayer)
08:45 Breakfast
09:45 Pass I – Teaching
10:45 Fruit time
11:00 Pass II – Teaching
12:15 Sept (lunch prayer)
12:30 Lunch
14:15 Pass III – Activities
15:30 Coffee with discussion group
16:00 Leisure time
17:20 Supper
19:00 Session IV – Evening
20:45 Vespers (evening prayer)
21:30 Evening coffee
22:00 In the rooms
22:30 Good night
Please note Exceptions will be made on certain days such as on excursions, theme days, midsummer or Sundays (when we celebrate worship together in the morning).
Our leaders
The leadership team consists of young people and adults from different parts of Sweden, several of whom have themselves been confirmed at Sandvikengården and have continued to come as leaders year after year. A great group that plans and prepares so that you, as a confirmand, will have the best confirmation time possible.
Our leaders are relatively young, committed and have extensive knowledge of both confirmation education and how to create a safe and fun environment for young people.
What do our confirmation candidates say?
Their experiences
""It's impossible to explain in words. I don't think there's anything on earth that can compare to how incredibly nice, fun and educational the camp was. In addition to the beautiful surroundings and the delicious food, I got memories for life and friends that I still hang out with. It was simply amazing!""
""The community and all the new people you get to meet and get to know. That it was actually so much fun and that the lessons and homework weren't as hard as I thought. The evening prayers, the excursions, the hike and all the fun!""
""I thought it was really fun to confirm at Sandvikengården. It was the most fun I've ever had. There was an incredibly strong sense of community that I've never had before with so many people after just a few days.""
""My first intercession. I was super nervous about going forward to be prayed for, but eventually I gathered my courage. My leaders prayed for me and with every word they said, it felt like my heart got lighter and lighter. That's my favorite memory.""
Advice from previous confirmation candidates:
"Sign up and don't be afraid to go alone. You'll find new friends at Sandvikengården!"
“Go to confirmation camp because it's a really fun experience that you'll never forget!”
“Dare to be yourself and show who you are.”
Important information
Practical details
📅 Times
The camp is taking place in almost four weeks every summer, usually mid-June to mid-July.
See exact dates and times for each year below. "Upcoming Camp" above.
After-match: One weekend in September or October (mandatory).
🏠 Accommodation
The confirmands live in two- to four-bed rooms in the Camp Cottage and the Reader's Cottage – two red houses in the yard.
The rooms are of a simple but pleasant standard. Most rooms have their own toilet, and there are showers in the corridors.
🍽️ Food
Full full board Included in the fee – breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and coffee.
We serve good, nutritious food. Special diets can be arranged by arrangement – please state this when registering!
🎒 What should you bring?
- Bed linen (duvet cover, pillowcase, sheets)
- Toiletries
- Towel
- Clothes for 4 weeks (think about all weather!)
- Sleeping bag and sleeping mat (for possible hiking)
- Confirmation Bible (full Bible) – latest translation
- Note-taking materials
For confirmation
Boys: Dark pants and white shirt, possibly a dark tie
Girls: White (most people wear a white dress or a white skirt and blouse)
We don't use a cover.
📖 How do you prepare?
- By reading Gospel of Mark as an introduction to the Christian message
- By regularly attending church services and filling out the church attendance book that you receive after your final registration.
Fees
Prices & Payment
Confirmation Camp 2026
Total course fee (incl. registration fee and after-meeting)
10 900 SEK
Registration fee (paid upon final registration)
2 000 SEK
Remaining amount (paid no later than the start of the course)
8 900 SEK
Confirmation Camp 2027
Total course fee (incl. registration fee and after-meeting)
11 500 SEK
Registration fee (paid upon final registration)
2 000 SEK
Remaining amount (paid no later than the start of the course)
9 500 SEK
💡 Scholarship available!
The purpose of the scholarship fund is to enable families with limited financial resources but with great motivation to participate in Sandvikengården's confirmation camp.
The scholarship is applied for on a special form. The application must have been received at Sandvikengården. no later than January 31Applications are processed on an ongoing basis and we aim to respond within four weeks. We may contact you after your application and request additional financial information.
Print and send the application by mail to Sandvikengården, 671 94 Brunskog.
What is included in the fee?
The fee is subsidized including from your home parish (the confirmation and clearing fee is deducted). The fee includes:
- Full board (all meals)
- Accommodation in two- to four-bed rooms
- All activities (canoeing, sports, excursions, etc.)
- Study materials (except notes)
- Daytrip experiences
- Management fees
- Mandatory follow-up
Payment
Bank account: 729-6353
Payment can also be made upon arrival by card (not cash).
Refund
If cancelled by March 1st: Half the registration fee is refunded.
After March 1: No refund
In case of interruption during an ongoing course: No refund of fee paid
Rules & Remember
- We show consideration for each other, neighbors and other visitors
- We always have someone or a few people with us when we swim.
- Smoking is not desirable. Sandvikengården is a smoke- and drug-free environment.
- Stereos with speakers are not allowed. You may use iPods/MP3 players in your own room. Otherwise, we will play the music ourselves!
- We do not bring our own computers to camp.
Course leaders have the right to send home those who knowingly violate these rules and with his behavior deliberately counteracts the course objective.
Come along!
How do I register?
Step 1: Preliminary registration
Preliminary registration for confirmation camp is often done several years in advance, but there may still be places available even during the winter before the course year.
Step 3: Registration fee
Upon final registration, you pay the registration fee.
Step 2: Confirmation
During the fall, in August or September, the first 40 preliminarily registered participants will be offered confirm your registration.
Step 4: Remaining payment
The remaining fee is paid no later than the start of the course.
Ready to sign up?
You can already preliminarily register for the confirmation camps two years in advance and thus secure your place.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Do I have to be a Christian or baptized to participate?
No! You are welcome whether you are baptized or not. If you have not been baptized before, the opportunity for baptism will be available during the camp. The important thing is that you are open to taking part in the teaching and fellowship.
Can I go alone or do I have to have a friend with me?
You can absolutely go by yourself! Many of our confirmation candidates come alone and many say that the best part is all the new friends you make.
How do I contact my child during camp?
Call the camp chaplain, preferably at mealtimes. We try to limit cell phone use during camp to create a shared presence.
What happens if my child gets sick or wants to cancel?
We have staff who take care of sick confirmation candidates. In the event of a more serious illness, we contact parents. If someone wants to cancel the camp, we always contact the parents first to discuss the situation.
Can my child be exempted from certain elements?
Confirmation camp is a package where all elements are linked together. However, we can adapt certain activities if necessary (e.g. in case of disability). Contact us to discuss specific needs.
Can my child bring a cell phone/computer with them?
Mobile phones are permitted but use is restricted to promote community. Computers are not allowed. to the camp. iPod/MP3 players may be used in their own room.
What about safety during swimming and activities?
Safety is our top priority. We always have several leaders present during swimming and activities. The confirmands are given clear safety rules and must always have someone with them when swimming.
Pictures
Gallery
About the organizers
Organizers
Sandvikengården in collaboration with EFS Kretsförening and Arvika pastorate