SPORT AND CULTURE, LEISURE AND LANGUAGES

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1 SPORT AND CULTURE, LEISURE AND LANGUAGES in the best location, in the best hands. ALBATROSS GOLF & SPORTS S.L. C/ Mochuelo nº 6 El Puerto de Santa María Cádiz SPAIN

2 ALBATROSS GOLF CAMP The best camp for your child, the best place to learn to play golf and to speak languages: The best facilities: all our camp and course facilities are located on the golf course resort itself. We have wellregarded teachers to guarantee the quality of our coaching. All of our staff members are there for the children whenever they are needed. Integrated language learning throughout the whole camp. All the activities are dynamic and taught in the chosen language for the children s comprehension and learning thanks to the training of our teachers and instructors. Thanks to its climate and excellent services, Spain is the second world golf tourist destination. Andalusia is Europe s leading golf destination due to the quality of its courses in exceptional locations, with beautiful scenery or near to stunning beaches. ALBATROSS GOLF & SPORTS S.L. is a company located in El Puerto de Santa María, in the Bay of Cadiz. The company specialises in providing quality sports and languages courses, and culture and leisure activities in Andalusia, in the South of Spain, supported by a team of wellregarded professionals. The Bay of Cádiz boasts an excellent location in the South of Spain. Its climate, with an average temperature of 18.2º C and over 3,000 hours of sunshine per year give the coastline its name: Coast of Light (Costa de la Luz). The climate is typically Mediterranean with Atlantic influences, characterised by mild temperatures and lack of rain. The summers are long and warm, with pleasant temperatures that do not usually rise above 32º C due to the influence of the sea. The winters are usually mild and wet. Andalusia is one of the hottest regions in the whole of Europe. If there is one distinguishing feature of Andalusian charm it is its luminosity, which it owes to the numerous hours of sunshine, to which the happy and hospitable nature of the locals is attributed. The proximity to Jerez airport, as well as Seville, Malaga, Gibraltar and Faro airports ensures guests can reach us easily. Thanks to its climate and excellent services, Spain is the second world golf tourist destination, with Andalusia at the head, host in 1997 of the Ryder Cup at Valderrama Golf Club (Cadiz), captained by Severiano Ballesteros. Andalusia is Europe s leading golf destination due to the quality of its courses in exceptional locations, with beautiful scenery or near to stunning beaches. Thanks to the method used by the teachers and instructors at Albatross Golf Camp, we make learning golf and the language chosen dynamic and fun for our students. Thanks to our team (instructors, teachers and directors) the children will easily cope with the 23 first days of integration into the camps and adaptation to the methods used in them. Your child will be supervised at all times during this camp within a family environment in small groups. Marta Prieto, Golf Instructor and player of the Ladies European Tour (LET) coordinates the whole golf programme at our camps and courses. Marta was champion of the British Amateur Open in 2001 and has been playing in the Ladies European Tour for eight years, having been in the top ten on 18 occasions.marta designs all our technical golf courses, as well as teaching the instructors responsible for each camp/course her methodology so that the courses are perfectly delivered. The language classes at our camps, both Spanish and English, will be integrated, interactive and dynamic, taught by bilingual teachers. We also offer the chance for the children to improve their knowledge of other languages such as French, German or Chinese. Spanish, with 450 million speakers, is the third most spoken language in the world, after English and Chinese. It is the second most used language in internet communication, after English. Spanish is the second foreign language in Europe, after English. Spanish or Castilian, as well as being one of the most widely spoken languages on the planet, is one of the most important in terms of international communication. It is an essential vehicle for cultural, social and commercial exchange in a large part of the world. It is even one of the five official languages of the United Nations (UN), as well as other international bodies such UNESCO and the European Union. The level of loyalty and general satisfaction of tourists who visit Spain is high due, in particular, to the natural beauty of the surroundings in the chosen destination, the comfort of the accommodation, the cuisine on offer, the care and service received. Albatross Golf Camp is designed with every last detail in mind so that your child improve their sports and languages, at the same time as having fun, learning to interact with others, sharing activities, gaining independence and, above all, enjoying new, unforgettable and enriching experiences. Furthermore, the camps also free the parents of the numerous daily obligations they have with their children and allow them a few days of respite. Spending a few days apart is also beneficial for the parentchild relationship. The children learn to place greater value on what they have (in every sense) and the parents can rest and recharge their batteries. 2

3 FACILITIES All our camp and course facilities are located on the golf course resort itself. We have 3 resorts: 1. Costa Ballena Club de Golf (Rota) Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club: Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club: Costa Ballena Golf is one of the best golf courses in Cadiz with 27 holes that enable you to enjoy up to 3 different courses, designed by José María Olazábal. Also, the excellent 9hole, 3Par course boasts different teeoffs. The driving range is one of the largest and best in Europe and is therefore the official training headquarters of different European National Golf Federations: Finland, Denmark, Iceland, the Czech Republic and Holland. It has hosted prestigious competitions such as the Professional European Qualifying School Second Stage, which it has hosted since The Costa Ballena Resort is known by its marvellous beaches and its large population of palm trees. The accommodation (Hotel Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & Spa****) is located on the resort itself, next to the golf course. The hotel, 800 metres from the beach, is built in typical Andalusian and colonial style. The Costa Ballena has over 4 km of untouched beaches facing the Atlantic Ocean with protected sand dune areas. 3

4 2. Barceló Montecastillo Golf & Sport Resort (Jerez de la frontera) Montecastillo Barceló Golf Club: this magnificent 18hole, 72par golf course, designed by Jack Nicklaus, hosted the Volvo Masters for 5 consecutive years and the Peugeot Tour for 3. It has a complete training area with a driving range, putting green and chipping green. All these facilities and services are set in a 160hectare estate surrounded by native flora and fauna. The hotel Barceló Montecastillo Golf*****, located on the golf course itself, is very much an icon in the Cadiz area thanks to the high standard of its facilities and the elegant and simple design that characterises it. It has tennis courts, 4 padel courts with artificial turf, two football pitches with FIFAapproved international regulatory dimensions, a training pitch, a multisport court and a jogging track. 4

5 3. Sherry Golf (Jerez de la frontera) Sherry Golf Jerez: Designed by Stirling & Martin (Global Golf Company), it is presented as a course which is accessible to amateurs and challenging for professionals. Proof of this is demonstrated by the numerous high level tournaments that Sherry Golf Jerez has had the honour of hosting in its sofar short life, such as the Copa S.M. El Rey; the Copa S.M. La Reina; the International Seniors Championship (on two consecutive years); and the Volvo Amateur Masters. Furthermore, Sherry Golf Jerez was the official host between 2006 and 2009 of the PGA European Tour Qualifying School Second Stage. The course is known for being one of the most balanced courses in Spain: 18hole course: metres, Par 72 9hole Pitch and Putt course (Par 3s): 911 metres, Par 27 Practice area Next to the golf course is the accommodation, El Sabio Campus, a recently built international centre of studies and sports, the only one of its kind in Spain, which boasts high standard facilities, with a capacity for 300 people. It has a magnificent dining room, restaurant and modern kitchen, sports and leisure facilities, swimming pool, classrooms equipped with the latest technology, etc. The centre is especially designed to host national and international students. 5

6 GOLF Golf Instructors Marta Prieto, Golf Instructor and player of the Ladies European Tour (LET) coordinates the whole golf programme at our camps and courses. Marta was champion of the British Amateur Open in 2001 and has been playing in the Ladies European Tour for eight years, having been in the top ten on 18 occasions. Marta designs all our technical golf courses, as well as teaching the instructors responsible for each camp/course her methodology so that the courses are perfectly delivered. Instructors and Directors The children will be accompanied by the instructors at all times throughout the day at the camps. It is not enough for our instructors and teachers to just have extensive theoretical and practical knowledge on the activity, we select instructors and teachers who are good with children and can establish a trusting relationship which guarantees the satisfaction of both parents and children. The directors of each camp will also be supervising the work that goes into the courses at all times. Methodology and Teaching The methodology of the camp programme follows the TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) teaching system, a multisport based innovative teaching technique for golf. This programme includes: Physical conditioning sessions Technical coaching on the driving range Sports psychology Personalised video swing analysis sessions Practical rules course taught by Fernando Pascual del Pobil, international RFEG referee Practice on 9 and 18hole courses Various individual, partner and team Match and Stroke Play competitions. There will be an awards ceremony at the end of the camp The children will be divided into groups according to their hándicap Participants will need to have their golf federation licence. 6

7 LANGUAGES All the activities are dynamic and taught in the chosen language for the children s comprehension and learning thanks to the training of our teachers and instructors. The language classes at our camps, both Spanish and English, will be integrated, interactive and dynamic, taught by bilingual teachers. We also offer the chance for the children to improve their knowledge of other languages such as French, German or Chinese. OTHER ACTIVITIES We focus on golf and languages, but taking advantage of the long, sunny afternoons in summer, students can supplement their activities with one of the following: Tennis: 3 hours a day from Monday to Friday, taught by qualified coaches at the Costa Ballena resort, which has 2 tennis courts. Tennis competitions are also organised. Padel: 3 lessons a day from Monday to Friday, taught by qualified coaches at the Costa Ballena resort, which has 4 padel courts. A padel minileague is organised. Horse riding: 5 hours a week of horse riding lessons at the Las Marías Equestrian Centre. The activities on offer are, depending on the group: Beginners, dressage, jumping, Western dressage and hacking. (This activity has an additional cost of 100). Football: 3 hours of coaching a day from Monday to Friday, run by exfootball players. This is carried out at the sports facilities at Costa Ballena, which has an 11aside grass pitch and a 7aside grass pitch. Sailing: At the Costa Ballena camp this takes place at the resort itself, on the beach. At the other camps the activity takes place in El Puerto de Santa Maria, at Puerto Sherry and the lessons are taught under the guidance of the Andalusian Sailing Federation: (this activity has an additional cost of 100). Extra Golf Lessons. Extra Languages Lessons: if any student wishes to improve their knowledge of another language (French, German or Chinese) they can chose this option as part of the second activity. (This option has an additional cost of 100). TRIPS Throughout the camp Albatross Golf Camp organises trips to beaches in the area, places of interest, visits to the cities of Cadiz, Seville, etc., as well as other recreational activities (cinema, bowling, football, etc.) always accompanied by the experienced camp instructors, who ensure the students get the most out of them: 7

8 Cadiz. Beaches in the area. Whale and dolphin watching. Jerez Botanical Zoo. Horse riding. Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art. Doñana National Park. Aqualand water park. Isla Mágica theme park. Gibraltar. Indoor go karting, etc. PRACTICAL INFORMATION Diet and Nutrition: Our chef will create a healthy and balanced meal plan specially designed for each of the 4 daily meals, taking into account the needs of each child and all the activity that they will be carrying out each day. The children will always have fruit, biscuits, milk and other basic food stuffs to snack on between meals if they so require. Our instructors will always make sure each child has a quality and varied diet, rich in fruit, vegetables and dairy products. Any specific need the children may have with regard to their diet will be closely monitored by the organisation. Health and Medical Insurance: Students must bring with them the original and a copy of their Social Security card in order to access health care, and their private health care card if they have one, as well as their National Identification Document. Foreign nationals should bring their European Health Insurance Card and their National Identification Document/Passport. If any special medical treatment is required please let us know, and this will be carried out under close monitoring. Foreign nationals must have travel insurance. Parents, stay and communications: Parents may contact the camp management at any time. Times at which the children may contact their parents will be established. For any parents or family members who wish spend a few days in the Bay of Cadiz, Albatross Golf Camp organises tailored trips which are excellent value for money. 8

9 Albatross Golf Camp will collect your child at the airport of arrival (Jerez de la Frontera, Seville, Gibraltar and Malaga), or at the train or bus station indicated by you (Jerez de la Frontera, El Puerto de Santa María or Cadiz), with due care and on time so that your child is never alone at any time. Airlines have an unaccompanied minor service, if you consider this to be necessary. CAMPS AND COURSES 2017 CAMPS DATES AGES LIMITED PLACES OVERNIGHT BOARDERS DAY BOARDERS COSTA BALLENA July 817 years SHERRY GOLF Available from Nov 817 years MONTECASTILLO Available from Nov 817 years Main Activity: Golf + English / Golf + Spanish Second Activity: choice of Tennis, Padel, Horse Riding, Extra Golf Lessons, Extra Language Lessons (choice of French, German or Chinese). Sailing, Horse Riding and an extra language incur an additional cost of 100. An alternative to the second activity must be chosen in the event that the minimum number of 8 people does not enrol on a particular activity. The prices for overnight boarders includes: Accommodation on a full board basis, snacks and laundry Any local journeys necessary during the camp Official Albatross Golf Camp Polo Shirt Golf Courses: Physical conditioning session, sports psychology, technical coaching on the driving range, personalised golf swing video analysis sessions, practical rules course, practice on 9 and 18hole courses, various individual, partner and team Match and Stroke Play competitions. Other sports and languages: lessons, courts and classrooms, teaching material and competitions (horse riding, sailing and the extra language classes incur an additional cost of 100) Trips and recreational activities Civil Liability and Accident Insurance Prizes for the different competitions Individual report on the activities undertaken The price for day boarders (from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.) does not include accommodation, breakfast or supper. A discount of 5% is applied to any second siblings who enrol and 10% for third siblings. LIMITED PLACES: CONTACT AND INFO Albatross Golf Camp c/ Mochuelo nº El Puerto de Santa María Cádiz (Spain) (+34)

10 SUNDAY 2: Flight to Spain. Settle in and Activities 8:00 8:30 8:30 9:00 9:00 12:30 12:30 14:00 14:00 15:00 15:00 17:00 17:00 20:00 20:00 21:00 21:00 22:30 22:30 23:00 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY Get up Breakfast Golf: physical conditioning, golf practice, sports psychology, video, rules, etc. Beach/Swimming Pool/Sports Activities/Games Lunch Entertainment/Board Games Second activity: Golf, football, tennis, padel, sailing, horse riding Supper Entertainment, film, games, etc. Room time and lights out Trip, Swimming Pool, General Sport, Cinema,Weekly Party Get up Breakfast Golf: physical conditioning, golf practice, sports psychology, video, rules, etc. Beach/Swimming Pool/Sports Activities/Games Lunch Entertainment/Board Games Second activity: Golf, football, tennis, padel, sailing, horse riding Supper Entertainment, film, games, etc. Room time and lights out 10

11 8:00 8:30 8:30 9:00 9:00 12:30 12:30 14:00 14:00 15:00 15:00 17:00 17:00 20:00 20:00 21:00 21:00 22:30 22:30 23:00 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY Get up Breakfast Golf: physical conditioning, golf practice, sports psychology, video, rules, etc. Beach/Swimming Pool/Sports Activities/Games Lunch Entertainment/Board Games Second activity: Golf, football, tennis, padel, sailing, horse riding Supper Entertainment, film, games, etc. Room time and lights out Trip, Swimming Pool, General Sport, Cinema,Weekly Party Get up Breakfast 18hole golf tournament final. Lunch Entertainment/Games/Swimming Pool Closing and Awards Ceremony. End of Course. Farewell and Return DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF STUDENTS THERE WILL BE GROUPS WITH ACTIVITIES IN THE MORNING AND OTHERS IN THE AFTERNOON DEPENDING ON MINOR VARIATIONS ACCORDING TO THE RUNNING OF THE CAMPS ALBATROSS GOLF & SPORTS S.L. C/ Mochuelo nº 6 El Puerto de Santa María Cádiz ESPAÑA 11