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Spain (Barcelona) Camp from 28 July 3 August 2013 (8 days 10 to 18 years old)
Running International residential summer programs since 1999, the company has a great knowledge of running camps and making students enjoy their stay in Spain as much as they benefit from learning Spanish or English, and gaining knowledge about Spanish culture. Camps concept program is unique: as they mix international students (more than 25 different nationalities mainly from US and UK) living with 60% of Spanish students. Students will have Spanish or English lessons during the day, as well as, sports, cultural activities, touristic visits and excursions. Group leaders (1 every 8-12 students) will provide 24 hours supervisions. Camp has residential programs in July and August all over Spain.
Location
Barcelona summer camp is located just outside of the city center in a privileged area of Barcelona where students will stay in lovely chalets surrounded by vast green
areas. It boasts easy access to the city, because of to its proximity to the metro station.
Facilities
The summer camp in Barcelona consists of a modern residence where students will both stay and attend their language classes. Camp participants will enjoy luminous and nicely-sized dormitory rooms, as well as a spacious garden/terrace, sports facilities, a dining hall and numerous common areas: game room, TV room, computer room, study room, etc.
Accommodation
The students in the camp who participate in the residential program will stay in the residence dormitories, which consist of 4 students per rooms, all of which are exterior and have a private bathroom.
Age groups
Camp group 1: 5 to 10 years old Camp group 2: 9 to 13 years old Camp group 3: 14 and 15 years old Camp group 4: 16 to 18 years old
Residential Stay
The Residential Stay embodies the essence of the camps summer language philosophy: by living, studying, playing, and practicing languages together 24 hours / day in a totally multicultural environment, campers will learn interpersonal and linguistic skills to last a lifetime. When they choose this signature option, Spanish and international students are only separated during their morning language classes. They'll experience everything else together, from morning wake-up to sports, art workshops, recreational activities, excursions, meals and more. It's the perfect recipe for making life-long friends from all over the world!
Camp divides the summer camp activity program into three categories: recreational activities, cultural workshops and camp trips. By participating in so many different types of activities, campers never stop having fun!
Recreational Activities
What better way to learn Spanish in Spain, with a fully immersive activity based around the Spanish language. Here's just a sampling of the recreational activities campers enjoy on a daily basis, whether in the afternoons or at night. Recreational activities may include the following but are not limited to this list:
Contests and treasure hunts Nighttime shows: music, theater, talent, costume Traditional camp games Theme nights: Cowboys and Indians, 60s, Medieval Times Camp discos / dances Night games Day Games and Competitions
Counselors / Coaches
Camp carefully selects its coordinators, directors, and monitors (Spanish for counselor or coach) based on their experience, expertise and, above all, dedication to the students. Staff is made up of native Spaniards, 90% of whom speak English and other languages. The vast majority returns year after year, all united by the same goal: to make your daughters or sons summer the most enjoyable possible!
Camp Director
Besides the executive directors of camp, the Summer Camp Director holds the highest level of responsibility and works closely with each camp's coordinators and counselors.
Counselor Coordinators
Students are divided by age into three categories: Kids, Juniors and Seniors. Each category will have a Coordinator working closely with their group of counselors to develop and supervise all of the summer camp activities and sports and to ensure that each student makes the most of their stay. One counselor is assigned to each group of 8-12 students. These counselors spend 24 hours per day with their group, acting as mentors and tutors as well as taking care of every personal need or concern that each student may have.
PRICE INCLUDES: Application and enrolment fees. 20 Spanish or English lessons per week (1 lesson = 45 min.). Accommodation in the Summer Camps dormitory hall: single room in Madrid (private bath), double in Salamanca (shared bath), triple in Valencia (private bath) and quad in Barcelona (private bath). Full board accommodation (3 meals a day). Books and course materials. Internet access. Sports and activities. The mentioned excursions. 24-hour assistance and supervision by group leaders. Health insurance. Laundry service once a week. Airport pick-up from the airport (2 ways).
Leader will be placed in single room in Barcelona (private bath). *General conditions:* - 20 % deposit with the booking to guaranty the price and the availability. - Full payment at least 5 weeks before arrival * This quotation is valid for 14 days unless deposit is paid*
08:15 - 08:30 08:30 - 09:15 09:15 - 09:30 09:30 - 10:15 10:15 - 11:00 11:00 - 11:30 11:30 - 12:15 12:15 - 13:00 13:00 - 14:00 14:00 - 15:15 15:15 - 16:00 16:00 - 18:30 18:30 - 20:00 20:00 - 21:00 21:00 - 21:45 21:45 - 23:00 22:30 23:30
Rise and Shine Breakfast Groups meet with their counselor 1st class of English or Spanish 2nd class of English or Spanish Break 3rd class of English or Spanish 4th class of English or Spanish Pool, beach or other activities Lunch (on the Spanish schedule- later than in most countries) Rest period, table games and competitions Cultural workshops, beach/ pool Sports practice, competitions, Olympics Shower Time Dinner Party time, talent nights, etc. Younger ages to bed Juniors & Seniors to bed
PROGAM
Sunday 28
Afternoon
Afternoon
Evening
Arrive camp and orientation Sunday 29 FREE TIME / Camp Activities WELCOME NEW STUDENTS / FREE TIME / Camp Activities Beach
Evening activities
Monday 30
Classes
Beach
Tuesday 31
Classes
Wednesday 1 Thursday 2
Classes Classes
City tour: main attractions in Barcelona: Cathedral, Gothic Quarter and more. CAMP OLYMPICS / Beach
Friday
Classes
Saturday 4
Trip: Castillo Trip: Castillo de de Montjuic Montjuic and the and the Magic Magic Fountain Fountain FREE TIME / FREE TIME / CAMP CAMP Activities Activities Students leave camp and travel to Cairo
This international summer camps provide a wonderful opportunity for kids and teens from
5 to 18 years old to learn Spanish in Spain, and make international friends and have the summer of a lifetime!
Afternoon sports open to all campers "Optional sports" that students may book in advance if they have a special Interest Athletic skills in a specific field
The daily afternoon summer camp sports include the above and much more...
FURTHER DETAILS This offer is based on a MINIMUM number of 25 - 35 students, accompanied by 2 adult teachers, who will have a free accommodation at the camp, including food. Round trip air ticket air tickets for teachers are included in this offer, as well as pocket money of 900 Euro for each teacher. Booking terms and conditions apply. All prices are subject to the deadlines laid out in this letter being met. If you have difficulty meeting any deadline, please contact the office or Mrs. Nevin Tawfik on 01001782202 immediately before the expiry date given. Your Financial Security is guaranteed payment for your trip and all money paid by you to Hat-hoor are held in a trust account administered by an independent chartered accountant who is an expert in the travel industry. Your money is only available to the camp in France once your child/ children have paid. We would like to thank you for considering Hathoor for your 2013 residential visit. We hope you find the information provided of interest. If we can be of any further assistance please do not hesitate to contact us and we will be delighted to help.