SigmaWest 2026
Bedding
Bedding will be provided to all campers at SigmaWest and is included in tuition.
What to bring to camp
Clothing
Please bring clothing for 7 days for sun, rain, heat, and cold (weather can change quickly). In addition to summer outdoor clothes (shorts, t-shirts, sports shoes), please bring warm clothes (such as a sweatshirt and long pants), and clothes for rainy weather (such as a rain jacket). Please bring also a sun hat or cap. Please be advised that wearing slippers at camp is not allowed for safety reasons. There will not be a laundry service available.
Toiletries
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Hairbrush/comb
- Shower slippers
- Towels (if you are flying - we will provide towels)
Learning supplies
Sigma provides a binder and a notebook for every camper. Please bring anything else you may need, in particular please bring pencils/pens.
Misc. items
- Sturdy water bottle labeled with camper's name (important!)
- Flashlight (important!)
- Hand watch (optional)
- Sunscreen
- Bug Spray
Swimming supplies
Bring two bathing suits and a swimming towel. Sunscreen, as well as swimming cap, if desired.
Sports equipment
We will have a basketball court, volleyball net, soccer field, and table tennis; If you have personal sports equipment, please bring it. We will also have dancing lessons in a professional dancing room, so if you have shoes for dancing, bring them also (but of course not required to participate)!
Musical instruments
As always, we will be holding a talent show and chamber music concert at Sigma! So, if you play an instrument and are considering participating, please bring it with you! We will have a place to store instruments safely when you are not using them.
What NOT to bring to camp
- Electronic devices (smartphones, Apple watches, fitness trackers, laptops, etc.) are not permitted. At SigmaWest, we maintain a purely tech-free environment. All electronic devices should be left with parents at check-in. For campers traveling alone, we collect their electronics at check-in and store them safely until check-out.
- Pocket knives, fireworks, etc.
- Any food: gum, candy, any snacks