7 Ways to Make Your Summer Girls Group Fun, Impactful, and Memorable

Lead With Heart, Build Confidence, and Create a Summer They’ll Never Forget

Running a summer girls group is such a powerful opportunity. It’s a chance to give girls the space to be seen, heard, and celebrated—all while helping them build real-life skills like confidence, kindness, empathy, and self-respect. But here’s the truth: it doesn’t have to be complicated to be impactful.

With just a little intention and a whole lot of heart, you can create a summer experience that’s joyful, meaningful, and deeply memorable. Whether you’re leading a camp, workshop series, or community group, these ideas will help you keep things fun and purposeful—while creating real change that girls carry with them long after summer ends.

💡 Key Takeaways

• The best girls groups blend connection, creativity, reflection, and joy

• Simple moments—like a compliment circle or journaling prompt—can have a big impact

• Girls remember how they felt—safe, supported, and seen

• Leading with love and consistency creates a space girls will want to come back to again and again

1. Start with a “Why We’re Here” Circle

Begin your very first session by setting intentions together. Ask:
What do we want this group to feel like? What are we excited for? What are we nervous about?
This helps girls feel ownership, safety, and connection from the beginning. Write down your group’s shared values and refer back to them often.

2. Build in Simple Weekly Rituals

Rituals create rhythm and belonging. Try starting every session with a group check-in (“One word for how I’m feeling today”) and ending with a Shine Circle (“One thing I’m proud of this week”). These small habits create consistency and emotional safety—and they make every meeting feel special.

3. Choose Activities That Spark Confidence and Connection

You don’t need over-the-top plans. Girls just need space to reflect, create, and connect. Think:

• Decorating affirmation cards

• Brave girl journaling

• Friendship skits or real-talk circles

• Kindness rock painting
  These kinds of activities mix fun with self-discovery—and that’s where the magic happens.

4. Make It Personal and Girl-Led

Let girls lead a warm-up game, pick the playlist, or share an idea for the next session. When they feel like their voices matter, their confidence soars. You don’t need to plan everything. Just give them the space to take the lead in little ways.

5. Focus on Feelings, Not Perfection

If a game flops, a craft turns chaotic, or someone gets emotional—it’s okay. Empowerment work isn’t always neat, and that’s part of the process. Be flexible, be present, and remember: girls aren’t looking for a perfect leader—they’re looking for a real one who sees them.

6. Capture the Moments That Matter

Take photos (with permission), share group wins, and reflect back the growth you’re seeing. Girls love knowing their progress is being noticed. You might even create a summer scrapbook, vision board wall, or group journal they can look back on with pride.

7. Celebrate at the End With Heart

Wrap up your summer series with a celebration that honors each girl’s growth. Give each one a personalized affirmation, hold a mini award ceremony, or create a “confidence runway” where they walk while the group cheers. These moments stay with them forever.

Want to make your summer group easier to lead and more impactful from day one? The Summer Workshop Kit: 4 Confidence-Boosting Workshops to Help Girls Shine All Summer Long has everything you need—empowering activities, journaling prompts, discussion starters, and ready-to-print tools to help you run sessions with ease and heart. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just getting started, this kit will help you create a summer filled with growth, joy, and fearless fun.

You’ve got this. And the girls you’re leading? They’re going to remember how you helped them believe in themselves—long after summer fades. Let me know how your group grows and glows—I’m so excited for all the beautiful things ahead!

-Kate