SUMMER CAMPS 2015 info@sis.gl
SOTOGRANDE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Founded in 1978, Sotogrande International School is an International Baccalaureate day and boarding school with over 45 nationalities, offering the Primary Years Programme (3-11), the Middle Years Programme (12-16) and the Diploma (16-18). Through our personalised approach to learning our students are encouraged to open their hearts and minds to the joy of learning, to discover their strengths and to identify their passions. As a result we are achieving excellent results, with an average score of over 34 points at Diploma. SUMMER CAMPS 2015 02
THE CAMPS FACILITIES & ACCOMMODATION In September 2013 we opened a stunning boarding facility on our San Roque Campus to provide the only International Baccalaureate boarding school in Spain for up to 150 students. Housed in a former 4 star hotel it offers a friendly and comfortable environment with the best pastoral care, first class facilities, excellent food, professional staff, and thorough security arrangements. This is more than just a boarding house; it is a lifestyle and an experience which will enrich and enhance your kids' education. If they have a particular passion they want to pursue, be it golf, kite surfing, journalism, drama or languages, then we help them do it with the facilities, time and space to be able to reach the highest level. We will also offer mentoring, support and time to allow them to excel academically. 03 WELFARE Welfare is one of our major concerns. We commit ourselves to looking aſter every single student to ensure that his/her stay is an unforgettable experience! Obviously, the younger they are, the more conscious we are of their special needs and we always make sure the students are not leſt alone and feel able to discuss any worries they may have on an individual basis. At Sotogrande International School, we guarantee you the highest standards of welfare, from teaching to catering!
THE SAN ROQUE CAMPUS Formerly a 4 star hotel, located in a Golf resort, the San Roque Campus offers luxury, in a quiet environment in the heart of a green zone, with beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea. Spacious rooms with ensuite bathrooms, a large swimming pool, fully equipped conference rooms, leisure areas, music studio and a fitness club are all available for the students of the Summer Camp. Dedicated, experienced and bilingual staff and teachers organise the life of the Summercamp in a friendly, healthy and supportive atmosphere, to ensure the best experience for the participants of the camp.fresh food is prepared and cooked in our kitchen with a varied menu to suit all tastes. 04
FUN, PLAY & INTENSIVE TRAINING INFORMATION & FACILITIES 05
CHOOSE YOUR PACK Intensive Language & Sport Package Minimum 2 weeks THE PACK OPTIONS INCLUDES 16 lessons in English & Spanish (18-31 July / 1-14 August) Intensive language package 24 lessons (4-17 July) Intensive Golf training in several local iconic golf courses Sailing and Kitesurfing Tennis Lessons Horse Riding Film Camp Students are accommodated in a former 4 star hotel at San Roque Campus 06
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PROFESSIONAL SPORTS ENTHUSIASM & FRIENDLINESS 08
MARÍA PARRA (SIGA) GOLF TRAINING BE A CHAMPION! Small groups & dedicated coaches assisted by scientific evaluation of your swing, guaranteeing a rapid improvement from beginners to low handicap players. Sotogrande International Golf Academy (SIGA) was created to provide its sudents with expert golf training, enabling then to strive for and achieve excellence not only on the course but on a personal level. 09 Ranking Spain: Winner below 18 2nd Evian Masters 3º Doral Publix (2012,2013)
GOLF TRAINING IN ALCAIDESA BEGINNERS TO CHAMPIONS We offer three programmes from beginner to champions where students receive a holistic and personalized training focused on developing their passion for golf. The Academy is based at the magnificent Alcaidesa Golf Club, which boasts two magnificent golf-courses: Alcaidesa Links and Alcaidesa Heathlands, which together provide a total of 36 professional-standard holes with wonderful views to the mediterranean sea, Gibraltar, and Africa beyond. The courses are set within two Nature Parks, which make the views even more spectacular, and the two kilometres of beach which run alongside the courses, blending with the beautiful colours of the sea, create a visual spectacle that is unparalleled on the entire Costa del Sol. 10
INTENSIVE TENNIS & PADEL The exceptional location and weather of the Sotogrande area has attracted professional training academies for both Tennis & Padel. Participants can train & play with professionals on hard surfaces or clay and greatly improve their skills. 11
SAILING & KITESURF BEGINNERS TO SAILORS Sotogrande is located in the straights of Gibraltar at the meeting point of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean sea, and considered a paradise for wind & water activities. SIS organizes lessons from beginners to experienced sailors and Kite surfers in Sotogrande and Tarifa. We offer sailing programmes in the port of Sotogrande, one of the best sport ports in the south of Andalucía, from Beginners to experienced sailors. We provide intensive sailing courses on Optimist, Catamarans, Sailboats Tom 28 MAX. Races and competitions in the different boats categories are organised during the camp. 12
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HORSE RIDING Andalucía and Sotogrande are by tradition a land for horses, whether it is jumping, dressage, polo or a simple ride on the beach; horse lovers have everything to fuel their passion. 14
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FILM CAMP Sam Reynard, a former student of SIS, now a film director, is proposing for the third consecutive year a Make your own movie programme, with professional crew and material bringing Hollywood to Sotogrande. Filming, acting, editing, publishing, allows learning the tips and tricks of professional movie making. Write it, direct it, act it and film it... create your own short film or music video with industry leading equipment. 16
EXCURSIONS & VISITS Ronda Ronda retains much of its historic charm, particularly its old town. It is famous worldwide for its dramatic escarpments and views, and for the deep El Tajo gorge that carries the rio Guadalevín through its centre. Visitors make a beeline for the 18th century Puente Nuevo 'new' bridge, which straddles the 100m chasm below, offering unparalleled views out over the Serranía de Ronda mountains. Tarifa Ten kilometres of beautiful white sandy beaches, unspoilt countryside and some of the best kite surfing conditions in Europe. This little fishing town was the first point of the Moorish invasion of Southern Spain in 711 B.C. Today it is the european hot spot for kitesurf and windsurf. 17
EXCURSIONS & VISITS Bolonia Large sand dunes to the north and military land ensure it will always remain totally undeveloped. Visit the ruins of the Roman town. Gibraltar Cádiz Rising up as an indomitable peak at the gateway between Spain and the African coast, Gibraltar is a unique destination with a life that goes beyond its surface. The monolithic Rock of Gibraltar entices tourists with its lush greenery and the friendly monkeys (Barbary Macaques) ubiquitous to the area. Beneath its looming exterior lay the Galleries, a veritable labyrinth of underground passageways running through the Rock. You can also enjoy Dolphin watching in the bay of Algeciras. Occupying a tiny peninsula on the south coast of Spain, Cádiz is a beautiful old city that is well worth a visit. The old town is in the tip of the peninsula and is buzzing with beautiful plazas that are constantly full of life. It is said to be the oldest city in Europe. The different nationalities who settled here leſt an important cultural imprint, whose influence still remains in the character of the city's people. This peninsula, right on the Andalusian Atlantic coast, has been able to preserve an important historical legacy. 18
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INFORMATION &PRICES Age Accommodation Classes Schedule From 11 to 19 years old. They are divided into 2 groups: Juniors 11 to 14 & Seniors: 15 to 19 Students are all accommodated in spacious rooms. Boys and girls rooms are strictly segregated. Max 10 students, average 7 of the same age and level. Lessons in Spanish & English delivered Monday to Friday, except when cultural excursions are organised. 4-17 July: Intensive language pack 24 lessons 18-31 July: 16 lessons a week 1-14 august: 16 lessons a week Place San Roque Campus in Sotogrande 3 weeks Supplementary week Minimum 2 weeks 2450 1000 20
TUESDAY 26TH AUGUST TUESDAY 26TH AUGUST TUESDAY 26TH AUGUST TUESDAY 26TH AUGUST TUESDAY 26TH AUGUST 8:30 WAKE UP WAKE UP WAKE UP WAKE UP WAKE UP 9:00 FAST FAST FAST FAST FAST 9:30 11:00 11:15 12:35 12:45 LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH 13:45 15:15 15:40 SPORT ACTIVITIES SPORT ACTIVITIES SPORT ACTIVITIES SPORT ACTIVITIES 17:00 TEA TEA TEA TEA 17:30 SPORT OR ACTIVITIES SPORT OR ACTIVITIES SPORT OR ACTIVITIES SPORT OR ACTIVITIES 20:00 DINNER DINNER DINNER DINNER DINNER 21:00 CINEMA CINEMA GAMES CINEMA MINI DISCO 23:00 BED TIME BED TIME BED TIME BED TIME BED TIME MONDAY 21 TUESDAY WEDNESDAY DAY OUT OF EXCURSION (CÁDIZ, TARIFA ETC.) THURSDAY FRIDAY
TUESDAY 26TH AUGUST TUESDAY 26TH AUGUST 8:30 WAKE UP WAKE UP 9:00 FAST FAST 9:30 11:00 11:15 SATURDAY SUNDAY CULTURAL ACTIVITIES 12:35 13:00 CULTURAL ACTIVITIES, BEACH TIME, VOLLEYBALL ETC. BEACH TIME OR POOL TIME 20:00 DINNER DINNER 21:00 GAMES ACTIVITIES 23:00 BED TIME BED TIME 22
Sotogrande International School Avda La Reserva SN 11310 Sotogrande Cádiz +34 956 795 902 info@sis.ac www.sis.ac SUMMER CAMPS 2015