Balance Beam Management: A New Approach to Keeping Team and Campers Happy

The ability to manage our team and their ability to do their jobs well is central to creating incredible camp experiences for campers and families. Balance Beam Management is a new approach to team leadership that builds trust, fosters open conversation, and helps staff regulate emotions in real time rather than reacting to stress. The same techniques can also be used to support campers more effectively.

This approach centers joy and care, helping leaders and staff develop meaningful relationships and healthy communication. By promoting emotional regulation, co-regulation, and play-based techniques, we create environments where everyone feels seen, safe, and supported.