Tennis & English Summer School at Saint Felix School in Southwold, Suffolk, UK

Course Description: Tennis & English Summer School at Saint Felix School in Southwold, Suffolk, UK

Program Overview

Set on a stunning 75-acre campus just minutes from the beach in the charming town of Southwold, this 13-night residential summer school combines expert English language instruction with world-class tennis coaching based on a program developed by Wimbledon champion Jamie Murray.

Designed in partnership with Active Away, this programme is perfect for students aged 12–17 at all ability levels. Students split their time between structured English lessons, high-energy tennis sessions, afternoon workshops, team games, and exciting evening entertainment.

This is a unique opportunity to sharpen your language skills, improve your tennis game, and enjoy a true British boarding school adventure—while making friends from around the world! 🌍

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📍 Location Saint Felix School is located in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Southwold, Suffolk. The secure campus features indoor and outdoor tennis courts, an indoor pool, arts and sports facilities, and modern accommodation. The beach and town centre are just a short walk away!

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What’s Included

✔️ 13 nights of full-board residential accommodation ✔️ One week of English+ activity sessions ✔️ One week of intensive tennis coaching (Jamie Murray curriculum) ✔️ Daily evening entertainment and social events ✔️ TEFL-certified English language lessons ✔️ Personalised English progress report & certificate ✔️ Three cultural excursions (London, Cambridge, Norwich) ✔️ Airport transfers from/to London Heathrow (at scheduled times) ✔️ 24/7 supervision and care from trained residential staff

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Tennis Coaching

The Jamie Murray Tennis Programme, delivered by LTA-certified coaches, is designed to build confidence, improve technique, and encourage tactical understanding. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned competitor, daily coaching focuses on:

• Baseline Brilliance: Footwork, groundstrokes, and court awareness

• First Three Shots: Serve, return, chip lob, and angled plays

• Dynamic Doubles: Club-I formation, poaching, and team movement

• Net Play: Anticipation, overheads, and reaction drills

Week 2 features tournaments, team challenges, strategy games, and mini matches, building up to an exciting final competition!

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English Language Learning

• Daily English lessons with TEFL-certified teachers

• Focus on vocabulary, conversation, grammar, and presentations

• English spoken throughout the day—from breakfast to bedtime

• All levels welcome (students grouped by ability)

• Personalised progress report & course certificate awarded

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Accommodation & Facilities

• Shared bedrooms (2–6 students) with shared bathrooms

• Room includes desk, chair & storage

• Bedsheets provided (students bring their own towels)

• Free Wi-Fi across campus

• Indoor swimming pool, extensive sports fields

• Secure, supervised environment day and night

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Sample Daily Routine – Week 1

Sunday 🕒 Arrival Day & Transfer

• Welcome Tour & Staff Introductions

Monday 🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Academic Orientation & English Language Lessons 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: English+ Activities (Volleyball, STEM, Art Workshop) 🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Quiz Night – Part 1

Tuesday 🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: English Language Lessons 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: English+ Activities (Dance, Bushcraft, Touch Rugby) 🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Aqua Fun in the Pool 🏊‍♂️

Wednesday 🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: English Language Lessons 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: English+ Activities (Scavenger Hunt, Orienteering, Mod Roc Art) 🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Campfire & Marshmallows 🔥

Thursday 🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: English Language Lessons 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Team Challenge & Banner Making 🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Quiz Night – Part 2

Friday 🕗 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: English Language Lessons 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Team Sports Tournament 🕖 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Talent Show 🎤

Saturday 🕗 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Full-day Excursion: London City Tour 🕖 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Group Games & Reflections

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Excursions

• Full-day guided trip to London (sightseeing, shopping, Big Ben, and more!)

• Day visit to Cambridge, a historic university city

• Cultural trip to Norwich, a charming cathedral city

All trips include supervision, entry fees, transport, and meals

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Airport Transfers

• Included from London Heathrow (at scheduled arrival/departure times)

• Approximate journey times: • Heathrow – 3 hrs • Gatwick – 2 hrs 45 min • Stansted – 1 hr 45 min • Luton – 2 hrs 45 min

Transfers from other airports or outside scheduled times incur additional fees

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Certificate & Progress Report

• Every student receives a certificate of participation

• TEFL instructors provide a personalised English language progress report

Tennis coaches offer informal player feedback during tournament week