‘Learn it the hard way’: Why Chinese parents are paying thousands for ‘hardship camps’ for their children to learn important life skills

Nov 13, 2026 - 08:00 - 20:00  70
‘Learn it the hard way’: Why Chinese parents are paying thousands for ‘hardship camps’ for their children to learn important life skills
Chinese parents living in city apartments, surrounded by gadgets and comfort, will spend thousands of yuan to send their kids somewhere rural. No Wi-Fi, no phones, definitely no air-conditioning.