Circus Smirkus CIT (Counselor in Training) Camp Program ^expired

The CIT (Counselors-in-Training OR Coaches-in-Training) program is for returning Smirkus campers ages 15-18 who possess enthusiasm for Smirkus Camp. CITs are responsible individuals, initiative takers, and community leaders who may desire to be a counselor or coach at Smirkus Camp when they graduate from camp or as they become of working age. CITs know how to work hard and how to play hard while having fun and sharing their enthusiasm all the while!

CITs will be assigned a counselor or coach mentor they will shadow and learn from throughout the session. By the end of the camp session CITs will have gained the tools to perform all of the major tasks required of counselors and coaches at Smirkus Camp.

In addition to participating in daily camp activities, CITs meet as a group everyday with a member of the camp leadership team to discuss prepare, pitch and implement a team project relevant to their camp session and experience.

At the end of the program, CITs will receive a certificate documenting their community service hours. As a tip, we look to our CITs first when hiring new counselors.