Why Cathay Camps
Cathay Camps grew out of an immersive Chinese language camp program for international youth, based inside a historic Beijing university campus. Combining professional, leveled Mandarin instruction with international service standards, we are dedicated to delivering a genuinely premium China study experience for overseas Chinese heritage and international families.
Our on-the-ground camp partner — Boyou International (Pumpkin Patch) — has been at the heart of China's camp industry since 2015. Over more than a decade, they have accompanied 100,000+ children, delivered 3,000+ camp programs, and served 80,000+ families across China and beyond. The team has operated eight distinct camp formats, trained 2,000+ camp professionals, and built deep partnerships with 100+ internationally recognized brands.
A proven operational system, rigorous safety standards, and a team forged through thousands of real-world programs — this is the foundation behind every Cathay Camps experience, so your child can explore China freely, and you can rest easy.
Numbers ARE INCREASING
Our track record speaks for itself
Young people accompanied by our operations team since 2015
Programs successfully executed across China
Camp professionals trained by our team
Trusted brand partners
Our Mission and Vision
Our Mission
With China's most iconic historical settings as the stage and an expert-designed Mandarin curriculum at its core, Cathay Camps delivers an immersive journey for young people worldwide — where language is truly learned and culture is genuinely lived.
Our Vision
To bring young people from every corner of the world into China as true participants — immersed in the language, connected to the history, and genuinely engaged with the culture.
Meet Our Management Team
Years in education and camp operations have given us a deep understanding of China, of teaching, and of children. Every detail is thoughtfully designed — so Mandarin learning happens naturally, in the real China. We are more than organizers; we are trusted partners for children and parents alike, every step of the way.
Cindy Liu
Co-founder & Camp Director
With 10+ years in international education and study travel, Cindy has a deep understanding of children's growth and the expectations of overseas families. She has led Chinese summer camp programs at top Beijing universities and has witnessed firsthand how immersive experiences in China can transform the way a child sees the world.
Yan Yan
Co-founder & Operations Director
Founder of China's well-known camp brand "Nanguatian," with 10+ years in China's camp industry serving tens of thousands of families. She brings deep expertise in experiential education and camp safety — the steady force behind every successful session.
Darren Li
Technology & Digital Marketing Director
Driven by a love of travel and education, Darren leads the website and digital marketing for Cathay Camps. His international client experience ensures families worldwide can find, understand, and trust us.
Michael Yang
Chinese Education & Curriculum Director
10+ years in youth Mandarin education. Michael excels at turning complex language concepts into engaging, accessible classroom experiences, helping every camper build real confidence in Chinese.
Alfred Li
Chinese Education & Curriculum
10+ years in youth Chinese education with deep expertise in curriculum design. Alfred creates warm, interactive classrooms where students break through language barriers naturally and build expressive confidence.
Sara Chen
Camp Coordinator
Sara's camp journey began as a university student counselor. Her English fluency and genuine warmth make her a natural bridge between campers, families, and the team — ensuring every child feels seen and supported.