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We provide a world class summer experience for kids and teens from all over the world eager to have fun, learn and practice another language, develop their creativity, experience challenges and grow as individuals throughout their time at camp. Year after year hundreds of children and teenagers from all over the globe have come to our summer camp looking for a healthy, formative and fun summer where learning languages, practicing sports and increasing awareness of their skills and world cultures, enrich each student in a natural, healthy and continuous way. This personal enrichment and development is due to a modern and enjoyable program that is revised each year by our team of educators and counselors. Always keeping in mind the different age groups and the most up-to-date educational trends, our teams strive to create a nurturing environment in which our participants can learn languages, increase cultural awareness and build lasting relationships.
THEIR HOME AWAY FROM HOME MUCH MORE THAN A SUMMER CAMP Talent Academy – Sotogrande Camps, with 18 years of fulfilled trajectory and in our Multiple Sports constant desire to keep innovating and providing what society demands, we design Language Training or Intensive Lessons unique programs with an important added value, for kids, teens and adults of all nationalities. Academic Training Fun – Values Our extensive experience, the methodology and content of our programs and the recognized prestige of our professionals, positions us as leaders in the ranking of Exclusivity – Prestige International Summer Camps in Spain. International Located in a unique and incomparably beautiful setting in the South Spain, Sotogrande All ages Camps is the idyllic place for our boarding or day campers to enjoy an unforgettable Boarding – Day Children experience, even as they acquire vital knowledge for their personal and social development, as they learn another language in an effective and different way.
THEIRWHAT HOMESETS AWAYUS FROM APARTHOME We bring the full breadth of our experience to bear for all our programs to achieve a common objective: students enjoying an unforgettable experience as they acquire vital knowledge and skills, while practicing sports and language in an effective and different way. The best selection and International & Cultural Attentive and personalised Intensive and specialized combination of contents, experience, a unique attention assuring constant programs with immediate useful and necessary for their opportunity to learn and supervision and attention. results where young teenagers physical, personal and social practice another language, can also gain experiences that development. and experience an international A safe and exclusive setting improve their CVs and atmosphere featuring with first-rate facilities, close university applications. For all ages because each age participation by young people to the beach and surrounded by is different: physically, mentally, of different nationalities. nature. emotionally.
THEIR OUR HOMEPROGRAMMES AWAY FROM HOME We always keep in mind the time of year and the ages of our students... we're a summer camp and the goal is to have fun! All our sports, language and training programs have been carefully designed to stand out, for their content, objectives and exclusivity, for boarding or day students of different ages, abilities, interests and knowledge levels. The summer language course content as well as the teaching methodology are conceived and designed aiming for the perfect balance between fun and rigor so that our campers make the most out of their English or Spanish course.
AM: SPORTS PROGRAMS Sports are a great way for children to enjoy getting much needed exercise, they can teach children valuable life skills also needed to be successful in life. The Sport Program has the intensity of an annual program adapted to shorter weekly periods. Students will concentrate on the same sport or one sport every week, enabling them to make large strides in a short time, unlike the case with a multi-sport program. Students may choose one of the following sports during their whole stay or one sport every week: • Golf • Horse Riding • Football (by Real Madrid FC) • Water Sports • Tennis • Paddle • Dance – Fitness Daily Sports (2:30 hrs: 10:00 – 12:30 ) Students will enroll in this course at different levels according to their level and their age.
PM: LANGUAGE & TRAINING PROGRAMS (Spanish & English Programs) Every program, both academic and non-academic, is led by native, bilingual, highly-qualified and professional teachers. The students will enroll in any of these two courses at different levels according to their knowledge of the language and their age. The level of each student will be determined by a language test on the first day. 1. LEARNING LANGUAGES THROUGH ACTION With our methodology they will learn new contents and skills that are essential to their personal and social development, as they learn, absorb expressions and vocabulary in another language. Providing a more natural learning environment than the classroom, they will practice another language within a context, in a fun and different way. 2. INTENSIVE SPANISH LESSONS We endeavor to completely immerse students in the Spanish language, providing 3 hours a day classroom study plus many opportunities outside of the classroom to socialize and take part in activities, gaining confidence and fluency as they interact with other language speakers. The teaching system that we use is centered on a communicative approach and includes diverse didactic methods: grammar, speaking, listening, vocabulary pronunciation, oral and written competence.
NEW PROGRAMS KIDS TEENS JUNIOR Ages 6 – 11 Ages 12 – 16 Ages 16 – 20 1. SKILLS FACTORY 1. SKILLS IN ACTION! 1. STAFF ACADEMY Sports – Language & Life Skills Sports – Language & Power Skills Official Counsellor Course 2. WAKE SURF – WAKE UP! Sports – Language & Power Skills - Wake Course 3. INTENSIVE LANGUAGE Sports – Intensive Spanish Lessons
KIDS Ages 6 to 11 SKILLS FACTORY SPORTS · LANGUAGE · LIFE SKILLS · FUN LITTLE KIDS… BIG SKILLS ! Childhood is a crucial time in human development. The more opportunities children have to put their skills into practice, the greater their knowledge. Teaching children basic skills for their age, through everyday activities, is not only fun while practicing them, but also fosters their personal growth and self-confidence. Everything a child learns in childhood, stays in his head and in his heart forever...! That's why we've created a special place for the younger ones to discover all they're capable of! An unforgettable experience that combines the best of sports with an innovative Bilingual Program, specially designed for children from 6 to 11 years, based on learning and developing fundamental skills to their day to day, that may not always experience at school. MORNING PROGRAM: 2:30 h. SPORTS They will practice their favorite sport progressing in a few days, wasting energy and promoting the values of sports. Students may choose one of the following sports every week: Golf, Tennis, Paddle, Soccer (Real Madrid FC), Riding, Water Sports or Dance. AFTERNOON PROGRAM: 2:30 H. LANGUAGE & LIFE SKILLS (Spanish or English Course) “Life Skills”, practical and dynamic classes where they will learn great skills for their daily lives, discovering everything they are able to do, while learning another language in a fun a different way. With this training program full of experiences and creativity, they will learn endless new things that they can put into practice at all times. From preparing their suitcase, learning to read a recipe and taking their first steps in the kitchen, getting to know the real benefits of exercise, reading a map and even basic first aid concepts. It is important that children learn to fend for themselves and begin to become familiar with certain practical and daily abilities, that will give them security and the knowledge to organize, be constant, accountable and autonomous in the future. SKILLS THAT ALL CHILDREN SHOULD LEARN FIRST AIDS HOUSEHOLD ORIENTEERING COOKING CREATIVITY COMMUNICATION EXERCISE CONTROL
TEENS Ages 12 to 16 Three training programs, specially designed for our teens to learn and enjoy, splurge adrenaline and move them for days away from screens! Intensive sports course in the morning, in the afternoon they may choose ONE of the following language and training programs: 1. SKILLS IN ACTION! PROGRAM 2. WAKE SURF, WAKE UP! PROGRAM AM- TWO WEEKS: SPORTS AM - TWO WEEKS: SPORTS PM- TWO WEEKS: POWER SKILLS & LANGUAGE LESSONS PM - ONE WEEK : POWER SKILLS & LANGUAGE LESSONS ONE WEEK : WAKE BOARD COURSE POWER SKILLS. AN EXPERIENCE, AN ATTITUDE… LOTS OF ABILITIES EVERY TEENAGER SURFING AND CONQUERING… THE WORLD !! SHOULD ALREADY KNOW !! THE GREAT TANDEM: WAKEBOARD & POWER SKILLS Based on the development of new skills not learned in textbooks, that One week of intensive Wakeboard Course, cleaving and conquering the enrich and enable them to grow; with new challenges, creativity without waves; second week they will join the Power Skills Program, learning limits, more language and... big doses of fun. how to achieve their full potential, increasing and improving their vocabulary and fluency when speaking another language. - Personal Skills... those that define personality and mark the way they interact and relate. How to communicate, argue and negotiate, adapt and Water skiing/ Wakeboard is not only exciting and fun, the usual practice manage time... always with a creative and positive attitude. of wakeboard carries many benefits for health and well-being: ◾Improves muscle tone - Practical Skills... knowledge and ability to perform everyday tasks inside ◾Motivates perseverance, encouraging them to the effort culture and outside home. Organize a menu from beginning to end, waste-save- ◾Strengthens the sense of balance, coordination and increases flexibility give, the importance of exercise and rest, self-defense, manage their ◾Enhances their reflex and concentration personal and written presentation, control their expenses and their And with no doubt they will experience new sensations!!! emotions,... always with the satisfaction of work well done. Everyday expanding their knowledge through different practical, formative and playful activities, whilst reinforcing another language. 3. INTENSIVE LANGUAGE PROGRAM AM - TWO WEEKS: SPORTS PM – TWO WEEKS: INTENSIVE SPANISH LANGUAGE LESSONS PERSONAL: PRACTICAL: Complete immersion in the Spanish language, providing 3 hours a day – Communication & Listening Ability - Image: Your cover letter of classroom. Centered on a communicative approach and including – Positive and Pro-Active Attitude - Autonomy: Do it yourself at home diverse didactic methods: grammar, speaking, listening, vocabulary – Team Work – Privacy: Social media pros & cons pronunciation, oral and written competence. – Creativity – Security: Defence & First Aids Students will be divided into groups depending both on their age and on – Effort, Perseverance, Overcoming – Control: Expense and Saving plans the first day test results; and will be placed in the appropriate level – Time Management & Organization – Emotions: Mens sana in corpore sano among the 3 levels we offer, ranging from beginner to advanced.
JUNIOR Ages 16 to 20 STAFF ACADEMY LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND FREE TIME - BILINGUAL OFFICIAL COUNSELLOR COURSE THE BEST WAY TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THEIR HOLIDAYS… KEEP UP TRAINING, PRACTICING ANOTHER LANGUAGE AND OBTAINING A NEW CERTIFICATION THAT WILL GIVE CREDITS TOWARDS UNIVERSITY AND VALUABLE ADDITIONS TO THEIR RESUME. If you are over 16 years old you can now obtain your Official Certification in only two weeks and become a great counsellor!!! The course leads to a widely-recognized "Youth Activities Counsellor" certificate, allowing one to work as a Leisure and Free Time counsellor. A training experience that is fun, enjoyable and enriching, providing participants with valuable work credentials. Not only do students learn to be good counsellors, but also acquire a sense of responsibility and valuable abilities for their future. Our hands-on learning environment allows them to develop strong leadership skills while putting their new skills into practice on a daily basis. The possibility of completing the theoretical-practice phase necessary for the certification in just a single course. Earn credits towards university & Valuable additions to one's resume. Reinforcing and practicing another language. Our courses strike the right balance between the necessary theoretical foundations and the acquisition of practical skills by means of direct experience. The program includes contents covering children's education, leisure time, group evolutionary psychology, legislation and planning, first aids, sports organization, special education, environmental education, and group games and dynamics. The fun, magical & creative culture of Camp provides the ideal setting to develop important life skills such as communication, problem solving and cooperation. Students will acquire the skills necessary to be a great Camp Staff Member as well as developing life-skills that will benefit them for university and beyond.. Lessons will be taught in the morning and afternoon; likewise, students will have a leisure activity program and excursions on weekend along with rest of campers and our Official Counsellors. OBJECTIVES ◾Provide students of the capabilities that make it possible to detect the need for intervention. ◾Give them the necessary tools to perform the tasks to encourage, stimulate and ease the positive development of a group of people. ◾Provide theoretical – practical knowledge through which students are able to design, direct and execute workshops and disciplines according to their specialty. ◾Promote the development of basic skills in the use of information sources and other resources, with critical sense in order to acquire new knowledge. ◾Educate our students in all necessary aspects that will enable them to design and participate in general animation projects. AND THE FOLLOWING YEARS… COME AND WORK WITH US… JOIN OUR COUNSELLOR TEAM !!!
ACTIVITIES AND OF COURSE…. ENDLESS NUMBER OF ACTIVITIES Our aim is that children enjoy unforgettable days of fun, different activities to develop their creativity and ingenuity, and which will bring them into contact with nature. We’ve put together an extensive activity program featuring visits to places of interest of Andalusia. They will take part in water activities, excursions to Tarifa beach, Castellar Zoo and a range of other activities including theatre, karaoke, dance and music. Students will be supervised at all times during these activities and in their free time by our experienced group leaders.
OUR TEAM More than 15 years working together with native, bilingual and highly qualified staff. Our priority is paying close attention to and ensuring our students 'safety. ensuring constant supervision by experienced, carefully trained staff. Our 1:6 counselor-to-student ratio guarantees safety attention with a deep sense of care and protection to children. Under the direction of recognized professionals, we assure the smooth operation of all activities and other important educational aspects, such as discipline, friendship and teamwork. As a Camp of reference within and outside our borders, we count with the collaboration and advice of prestigious sport and educational institutions.
LOCATION NESTLED IN THE HILLS OF SOUTHERN SPAIN , THE BEST WEATHER AND EXCLUSIVE FACILITIES The camp's facilities are located in the most prestigious residential area in South of Spain. Sotogrande is the largest privately owned residential development in Andalusia. The complex is widely considered one of Europe's premier resorts, boasting first-rate infrastructures and facilities for the organization and execution of all our sports, entertainment and maritime activities. This privileged and internationally renowned setting, is notable and famous for its golf courses, sports facilities, beach clubs, marina, polo fields…
HEADQUARTERS A perfect natural landscape environment, our private property and country house at Sotogrande - Cortijo La Alcaidesa, has an impressive surface of 1,500 hectares of natural habitat . Surrounded by nature, in the heart of Sotogrande and in accord with the traditional style of American camps. students are lodged at a typical Spanish Villa and in independent buildings and wooden cabins. - 1,500 hectares of natural habitat - 7 suites - 9 wooden cabins for 8/10 pupils , with two private bathrooms each - 3 classrooms - Dining room, Sitting room, terraces - Swimming pool and changing rooms - Daily cleaning service - Meals: Breakfast, Buffett Lunch, Snack, Dinner Special dietary needs available (allergies, intolerances or health condition, religious, etc).
INTEGRATION PROGRAM AN EXAMPLE FOR ALL Because every child has a special talent. Aware of the need for and the importance of values as a guide for daily behaviour, we help children in their development by fomenting the integration of students with different capacities. We work with Real Madrid Foundation to present an athletic and cooperative activity program that serves as an excellent vehicle to instil values like solidarity, equality, tolerance and teamwork. Sotogrande Camps is the only Camp in Spain that offers and Integration Program and has become the Official Real Madrid CF Integration Campus.
GENERAL INFORMATION · Dates & Prices · Schedule · Uniform · Registration · Payment & Cancellation
DATES JUNE JULY KIDS & TEENS CALENDER: STAFF ACADEMY CALENDER: SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT FORTNIGHT / TWO WEEKS FORTNIGHT / TWO WEEKS 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 • 1st : 28th June – 11th July • 1st : 30th June – 14th July 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 • 2nd : 12th July – 25th July • 2nd : 14th July – 28th July 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 • 3rd : 18th July- 31st July THREE WEEKS • Assistance to Camp, is minimum a fortnight. 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 • Other dates please contact us. 26 27 28 29 30 31 • 1st : 28th June – 18th July PRICES PROGRAMS AGES BOARDING CAMPERS FULL DAY CAMPERS KIDS Ages 6 - 11 2 WEEKS 3 WEEKS 2 WEEKS 3 WEEKS SKILLS FACTORY Sports - Language & Life Skills Program 1.890 € 2.700 € 1.300 € 1.500 € TEENS Ages 12 - 16 2 WEEKS 3 WEEKS 2 WEEKS 3 WEEKS POWER SKILLS Sports - Language & Power Skills Program 1.950 € 2.750 € 1.350 € 1.550 € WAKESURF, WAKE UP! Sports - Language & Power Skills / Wakeboard 2.280 € 1.675 € INTENSIVE LANGUAGE Sports - Intensive Spanish Language Lessons 1.950 € 2.750 € 1.350 € 1.550 € JUNIOR Ages 16 - 20 2 WEEKS 2 WEEKS STAFF ACADEMY Bilingual Official Counsellor Course 2.300 € 1.600 € EXTRAS: UNIFORM: MORNING SPORTS: · Camp Uniform 130 € · Horse Riding Course 250 € per week · Real Madrid Football Equipment 50 € (only due for Football course) · Water Sports Course 300 € per week
SCHEDULE UNIFORM Campers will be wearing the camp uniform provided by us during most of the MONDAY-FRIDAY time at camp. 08:30h. Alarm clock 3 polo shirts, 1 white short, 1 sweatshirt 09:00h. Breakfast Real Madrid FC Equipment (only for Football Course) Cooking Uniform (only for Kids Cook & Chat Program) Transfer to sport facilities Sotogrande Camps will provide laundry services exclusively for 10:00 h. SPORTS COURSE (KIDS & TEENS) Boarders underwear and Camp Uniform. STAFF ACADEMY COURSE 13:30h. Swimming pool and free time TRANSFERS 14:15h. Lunch 15:00h. Rest time TRANSFERS (not included on price): 16:00 h. LESSONS Flights: Arrivals and departures should be at Malaga or Gibraltar Airport. LANGUAGE COURSE: English or Spanish for foreigners Train: We offer train service (Madrid – Sotogrande – Madrid), on specific Snack and Activities Camp dates, were kids will travel together with our Counsellors. 20:30h. Shower Campers who cannot be picked up by their relatives on Saturday and need 21:00h. Dinner to travel to other locations, will be able to travel on Saturday or Sunday according to their parents’ requests. There will be evening activities on alternative days 22:30h. Room/Sleeping KIDS Parents can request pick up transfer service on registration form: Malaga Airport 110 € per trip or Gibraltar Airport 80 € per trip. 23:30h Room/Sleeping TEENS / JUNIOR The schedule might be subject to changes according to special activities PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICY (diner at the beach, excursions…) Once we receive the Inscription Form, we will confirm Registration and payment information by email. SPECIAL ACTIVITIES The Course will be definitely booked once we receive the payment Wednesdays and weekends: cultural excursions and special programmed confirmation with the corresponding amount: activities, designed according to age group. · 50% enrolment deposit · 50% due before 1st of May · Any inscription done after 1st of May should pay 100%. Cancellations made before the 1st of May will receive a 25% refund. Any cancellation made after 1st of May will not be entitled to any refund.
www.sotograndecamps.com c/ Concha Espina, 37 Bajo Tel. : + 34 91 832 34 66 28016 Madrid Mobile: +34 692 055 029 Spain info@sotograndecamps.com
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