Swiss Language & Adventure Summer Camp – Near Disentis & Zurich, Switzerland

Course Description: Swiss Language & Adventure Summer Camp – Near Disentis & Zurich, Switzerland

Mountains. Cities. Rivers. Lakes.

This is Switzerland at its most breathtaking — and your child’s summer adventure awaits. Perfectly balancing learning, exploration, and cultural exchange, this dual-campus camp welcomes students aged 12–16 to experience the best of Swiss nature and city life in Disentis and Zurich/Winterthur.

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🏕️ Dual-Campus Experience

Week 1 – Mountain Campus (Disentis)

Surrounded by the Grisons Alps, students immerse themselves in:

• 🥾 Mountain hiking, biking & climbing

• 🧗 Rope parks & adventure courses

• ⚽ Football & beach volleyball

• 🏛️ Visits to historic landmarks like the 1,400-year-old monastery

• 🧪 Outdoor science and ecology discovery

Week 2 – City Campus (Winterthur/Zurich)

Experience dynamic city life in one of Switzerland’s cultural hubs:

• 🎾 Sports: paddle tennis, football, handball, biking

• 🌇 City excursions to Rhine Falls & old towns

• 🧬 Visit ETH Zurich & Technorama Science Museum

• 🍫 Discover Swiss chocolate-making secrets

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📚 Academic Enrichment – Language Learning

Languages Offered: English or German

In small, supportive groups, students improve reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills using:

• Real-world topics

• Collaborative activities

• Project-based learning

• Personalized attention from expert teachers

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🗓️ A Typical Day at Camp

07:30 – 08:15 | 🍽 Breakfast

08:30 – 11:45 | 📘 Language Classes

12:00 – 13:15 | 🍴 Lunch

13:30 – 17:00 | ⚽ Afternoon Activities (Mountain or City Campus)

17:30 – 18:15 | 📚 Supervised Study Time

18:30 – 19:30 | 🥘 Dinner

20:00 – 21:30 | 🎉 Evening Activities: movie nights, team games, cultural events

22:00 | 💤 Bedtime

Note: The schedule may vary slightly depending on weather or group needs.

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🏠 Accommodation & Supervision

Students stay in secure and comfortable boarding houses at both Disentis and Zurich campuses.

• 🔒 24/7 staff supervision

• 🛏 Shared rooms

• 🍽 All meals included

• 🌍 A welcoming, international community with limited spots per nationality to ensure diversity

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🌍 Why Choose This Program?

✔️ Explore Two Worlds in One Trip: From alpine trails to vibrant cities

✔️ Boost Language Skills: Learn German or English in interactive small-group settings

✔️ Grow Independently: Develop social, academic, and intercultural confidence

✔️ Make Lifelong Friends: Connect with peers from across the globe

✔️ Unplug and Recharge: Reconnect with nature, culture, and creativity

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This is more than just a summer camp — it’s a journey of discovery, personal growth, and lasting friendships in the heart of Switzerland.

Please Note:

Activity schedules may vary slightly due to weather or group needs.

Both Camp 1 and Camp 2 begin in Disentis (Mountain Campus) and transfer to Winterthur/Zurich (City Campus) after the first week.

This well-balanced schedule ensures that students stay engaged, active, and inspired from morning to night—making every day at camp one to remember.

This summer experience is more than just a camp—it's a journey of discovery, growth, and friendship in the heart of Switzerland.