FIFA Week at Sugar Bay | Football-Themed Holiday Camp for Kids | 5 to 12 July 2026
- Sugar Bay
- Apr 3
- 6 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
As football fever builds around the biggest tournament of 2026, Sugar Bay is giving kids their own chance to feel part of the action.
From 5 to 12 July 2026, our FIFA Week themed holiday camp brings the energy of the pitch to Sugar Bay, with soccer-inspired challenges, team spirit, creative activities, friendly competition, beach adventures, and the full Sugar Bay sleepover camp experience.
This is not just for soccer players. FIFA Week is for kids and teens who love sport, fun, friendship, excitement, camp traditions, and the feeling of being part of a team.
Quick Facts for Parents:
What: A 7-day football-themed holiday camp inspired by the excitement of FIFA Week, with soccer challenges, team activities, camp games, creative sessions, and adventure programmes.
When: July 5th – July 12th, 2026.
Who: Children and teenagers aged 7 to 17.
Cost: R9 499 Early Bird Special (Save R3 500 from the original R12 999).
Where: Sugar Bay Camp, Zinkwazi Beach, KwaZulu-Natal (Transport from Johannesburg and King Shaka International Airport may be available at an additional cost.
Optional Excursion: BOUNCE trampoline park for an additional R650.
New to Sugar Bay?
If this is your first time discovering Sugar Bay, welcome.
Sugar Bay is a kids-only sleepover holiday camp based in Zinkwazi Beach on the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast. Since 2001, we have welcomed children and teenagers aged 7 to 17 for school holiday camps filled with adventure, friendship, independence, and fun.
Campers can choose from over 100 free-choice activities, enjoy a screen-free holiday experience, and are supervised 24/7 by trained staff. With a dedicated 1:3 staff-to-camper ratio, Sugar Bay gives children the freedom to enjoy camp while parents have peace of mind knowing they are in a safe, structured environment.
A Football-Themed Camp During the Biggest Soccer Month of 2026
With global football excitement taking over June and July 2026, FIFA Week at Sugar Bay gives kids their own chance to be part of the energy.
While the world watches the biggest teams compete, campers at Sugar Bay will enjoy a soccer-inspired camp week filled with friendly competition, team spirit, creative challenges, camp games, and classic Sugar Bay adventure.
This is not a professional soccer training camp. It is a fun, supervised school holiday camp where football fans, active kids, creative campers, and first-time Sugar Bay campers can all get involved in the theme in their own way.
Whether your child loves scoring goals, cheering from the sidelines, designing team posters, joining cabin challenges, or simply being part of the excitement, FIFA Week gives every camper a place to belong.
What Happens During FIFA Week?
FIFA Week brings the spirit of football into camp through themed activities, team challenges, evening programmes, cabin bonding, and plenty of friendly competition.
Throughout the week, campers will take part in soccer-inspired games, team-building activities, creative challenges, and Sugar Bay’s usual range of free-choice adventures. The theme adds an extra layer of excitement, but campers still get to enjoy the full Sugar Bay experience.
FIFA Week Camp Activities
Beyond the soccer field, the week is packed with team spirit, creative energy, adventure activities, and moments campers will remember long after the final whistle.
Bafana Stars Selection
Campers will have the chance to show their skills, teamwork, attitude, and camp spirit as they take part in friendly soccer challenges throughout the week.
The goal is not just about being the best player. It is about effort, encouragement, sportsmanship, and being part of the team.
Selected campers may earn a spot in the much-anticipated Bafana Stars team, building excitement ahead of the week’s grand finale.
The Grand Finale Soccer Match
One of the biggest highlights of FIFA Week is the final soccer match between campers and counsellors.
This is where the energy of the week comes together. Campers cheer, teams compete, counsellors join the fun, and the whole camp gets behind the action.
It is less about winning and more about atmosphere, confidence, laughter, and the kind of camp memories children talk about when they get home.
Cheerleading, Posters and Team Spirit
Not every camper wants to be on the field, and that is exactly why FIFA Week is about more than soccer.
Campers can get involved through cheerleading, poster making, team support, creative challenges, chants, decorations, and cabin spirit activities. This gives every child a way to take part in the theme, whether they are sporty, creative, outgoing, shy, competitive, or just there for the fun.
Braai Night and Themed Dining
FIFA Week will also include a themed camp dining experience, bringing everyone together for a special evening of food, team colours, and camp atmosphere. With a braai night, themed décor, and plenty of team spirit, the dining hall becomes part of the celebration too.
Optional BOUNCE Excursion
Campers will also have the option to join a supervised excursion to BOUNCE, adding even more action to an already exciting week. This optional excursion gives campers a chance to enjoy movement, energy, and fun beyond camp, while still being supervised by the Sugar Bay team.
More Than a Soccer Camp
While FIFA Week is inspired by football excitement, campers will still enjoy the full Sugar Bay camp experience.
This includes a wide variety of free-choice activities, beach and lagoon adventures, creative sessions, sports, pool activities, evening programmes, cabin bonding, and time to make new friends.
At Sugar Bay, children are not forced into one set programme all day. They have the freedom to choose from over 100 activities, which means a soccer-loving camper can enjoy the FIFA theme, while another camper can still spend time doing creative activities, water activities, beach games, or adventure challenges.
That is what makes Sugar Bay different. Every child gets to experience camp in a way that feels exciting to them.
Safety During FIFA Week
At Sugar Bay, safety always comes first.
All FIFA Week activities, soccer games, team challenges, water activities, excursions, and evening programmes are supervised by our trained staff. Campers are supported throughout the week with 24/7 supervision, structured routines, clear safety procedures, and a caring team who are present across camp.
Our goal is to give children a holiday filled with freedom, adventure, and independence, while giving parents peace of mind that their children are in a safe and well-supervised environment.
Read more about our safety protocols here: Sugar Bay safety and supervision
What Parents and Campers Say About Sugar Bay
Parents across South Africa trust Sugar Bay because their children return home with stories, confidence, new friendships, and memories they talk about long after camp ends.
For many campers, Sugar Bay becomes more than a school holiday activity. It becomes a place where they feel brave enough to try new things, meet new people, and enjoy a little more independence in a safe, supportive environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is FIFA Week at Sugar Bay?
FIFA Week is a 7-day football-themed holiday camp for children and teenagers aged 7 to 17. Campers take part in soccer-inspired activities, team challenges, creative sessions, evening programmes, free-choice adventures, and the full Sugar Bay sleepover camp experience.
When is FIFA Week at Sugar Bay?
FIFA Week runs from 5 to 12 July 2026.
Where is Sugar Bay Camp located?
Sugar Bay is located in Zinkwazi Beach, KwaZulu-Natal, on the North Coast of South Africa.
Is FIFA Week only for children who play soccer?
No. FIFA Week is not only for soccer players. The theme includes soccer-inspired activities, but campers can also take part in creative challenges, team spirit activities, cheerleading, poster making, beach games, pool activities, adventure activities, and many other free-choice options.
What if my child does not enjoy soccer?
That is completely fine. Sugar Bay offers over 100 free-choice activities, so campers will still have plenty to enjoy throughout the week. The FIFA theme adds excitement to the programme, but campers still experience the full adventure of Sugar Bay.
Is this a professional soccer training camp?
No. FIFA Week is a fun, football-themed school holiday camp. It is not a professional soccer training programme. The focus is on fun, teamwork, confidence, camp spirit, friendly competition, and adventure.
Are children supervised during FIFA Week?
Yes. Campers are supervised by trained Sugar Bay staff throughout the week. Activities, evening programmes, excursions, water activities, and general camp routines are all managed with safety and supervision in mind.
What is included in the week?
Campers enjoy accommodation, meals, supervision, themed programmes, free-choice activities, evening entertainment, and the full Sugar Bay sleepover camp experience.
Is there an excursion during FIFA Week?
Yes. The optional excursion for FIFA Week is BOUNCE. This is available at an additional cost and is supervised by the Sugar Bay team.
How do I book?
You can book online using the link below, or contact our team directly for help.
Book FIFA Week at Sugar Bay
Give your child a school holiday filled with football fever, friendship, adventure, confidence, and unforgettable camp memories.
Book online: https://www.sugarbay.co.za/book-a-holiday
Call us: 032 485 3778
WhatsApp: 082 525 9503
Explore More Sugar Bay Camps
Looking for more school holiday camp options? View our full list of 2026 Sugar Bay camp dates, themes, and costs.
View 2026 camp dates and costs: https://www.sugarbay.co.za/2026-school-holiday-camp-dates
Watch a Recent Sugar Bay Camp Highlight
Want to see what a week at Sugar Bay feels like? Watch highlights from one of our recent holiday camps below.
Important Note:
Sugar Bay’s FIFA Week is a privately organised, football-themed holiday camp. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to FIFA or the FIFA World Cup.
