Ireland Language, Equestrian & Teens Surf Camp - Donegal, Bundoran. Ireland
INTRODUCTION
Bundoran, popularly known as Ireland’s Premiere Seaside Resort and Surf capital, is located on the shores of the board Atlantic Ocean. It’s an ideal place to visit or simply to relax combining the stay of your child with an intensive and useful english language course.
The surrounding areas offers a wealth of activities and facilities to suit all tastes (surfing & horseback riding) and Ireland is the perfect place to improve your language skills with a: general english course, PET and First certificate course, business english course, EILTS certification courseย for children and teenagers.
Here, with more than 37 years of experience, the school provides the highest quality courses. Ensuring to your son individual attention,as per each student.
We guarantee you different type of courses for each level, providing: ย
- Course books and materials
- Surf and or Horseback riding course
- Evening activities
- Full day excursions
- Transfer from/to local and national airport
- Medical and travel insurance
- Certificate at the end of the course
Language learning is an individual matter and the school takes this into account from the first contact. Giving a personal touch and monitoring his progress closely… looking after his practical needs and questions. Particular attention is given to issues of interest to teenagers and everyday English speaking situations.
All the members of our teaching team have a fullย qualification to teach English and language teaching experience with youngsters and adults
A unique opportunity to meet students from all over the world enjoying the surf and the horseback riding, in a safe, vibrant and fun environment… Why spend only a week?
THE ACCOMMODATION
The School’s residence in Donegal is situated just close to the Atlantic coast in a quiet suburb and ten minutes from the town centre (there is a pedestrian walkway from the houses along the seafront to the town center).
This experience ensures that we provide to your kid a world-class service, assuring :
- A safe and secure environment for all students
- Fully qualified and highly motivated staff
- Additional support and assistance to students at all times
- A relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere for students to learn and have fun
- Where possible our coordinator ensures student of nationality mix in each house which aids English language learning and cultural awareness
Accommodation: We offer both residential and host families options.
Residential – Surfers Bay
- Surfers Bay is our main residential. Accommodation with 21 bedrooms.
- Sleeps up to 48 students in shared rooms of various sizes.
- Student floors will be separated by gender.
- 15 minutes walk from the school and 5minutes from the centre of town.
- Large games room and communal space.
- Organic garden.
- Outdoor activity dome.
- Managed and monitored by coordinators 24/7
Residential – Portbeg Houses
- 3 minutes walk from the school and 15 minutes from the centre of town.
- Sleeps 8 – 11 students per house and one coordinator per house.
- Each house has four bedrooms, three to four bathrooms, a spacious kitchen and communal areas.
- Located along the coast.
- Scenic coastal cliff walk into town.
Host Families
All host families are personally known to us and ensure a warm Irish welcome to all guests. Generally there are1/2/3 junior students per family.
- All Hosts live within 20 minutes of the school.
- Students will have a room either to themselves or shared with other students.
- Each Host will provide breakfast and dinner for the students staying with them (They will have lunch in the canteen).
- Students will be dropped off by their Host in the mornings and our Host bus will bring them home in the evenings..
The Canteen
- Fresh warm lunch and dinner daily
- 2 week rotating Menu
- Healthy balanced and nutritious diet
- Locally sourced and freshly prepared food
- specific dietary requirements catered for
THE ACTIVITIES
Summer Camp Programme: We offer three bespoke programmes
- English School and Surfing
- English School and Horse Riding
- English School and Multi Activity
English School and Surfing
15 hours of English, 5 surf sessions, evening activities and a cultural programme each week to students from all over the world
English Classes
The English classes run for 3 hours every morning/afternoon depending on the level of the students. We use Project Based Learning with our junior students. The students work on a project that engages them in solving a real-world problem or answering a complex question while aimed at their level in English. They demonstrate their knowledge and skills by creating a public product or presentation for a real audience. As a result, students develop deep content knowledge as well as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication skills. On average, there are 12 students per class with a maximum of 15.
Surfing Programme
A very good surf school to learn how to surf in safety and fun environment, with high quality coaching from experienced local teachers. You will be able to achieve your surfing goals by keeping groups small and providing personal attention to each student.
Regular feedback is given to students to ensure progression at all times. We have a range of different boards for you to try, so you can progress your skills.ย As a part of theย methodology, Instructional Surf Videos will be used in the course, photo and filming analysis for students of intermediate level upwards. ย
The facilities include
- ISA certified teachers (International Surf Association)
- Soft top surfboards (hardboards are not provided)
- All Equipment provided (wetsuit and boots)
- 4 surf spots within in short driving distance
- Male and female surf shop with 10% discount exclusive to our clients
- Fully insured lessons
- Safe beach break (everyday our instructors choose the beach with best conditions)
- Constant monitoring
- Instructors feedback during and after lessons
A typical day
Your typical day will start with a copious breakfast to prepare you for English classes from 9:15 – 12:30. Followed up with delicious lunch to charge you up for an afternoon surf session. You will be back to the campus around 5pm to relax and have some snacks. Dinner is served at 18:30 and followed up with some evening activities.ย
English School and Horse Riding
15 hours of English, 5 riding sessions, evening activities and a cultural programme each week to students from all over the world
English Classes
The English classes run for 3 hours every morning/afternoon depending on the level of the students. We use Project Based Learning with our junior students. The students work on a project that engages them in solving a real-world problem or answering a complex question while aimed at their level in English. They demonstrate their knowledge and skills by creating a public product or presentation for a real audience. As a result, students develop deep content knowledge as well as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication skills. On average, there are 12 students per class with a maximum of 15.
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Riding programme
Horse riding activities include beach and sand dune rides, lessons and jumping and is suitable for experienced riders (competent at canter). Students ride around 1.5 hours per day with other time being spent on horse care.
Consideration: While jumping is one of the riding activities provided. We do not offer training courses in jumping, dressage or eventing.
The horses provided are leisure horses & ponies, flexible and appropriate for activities offered.
Goals of a studentโs riding week is to have fun on horseback, discover Ireland and improve English speaking.
The facilities include
- Some of the best riding terrain in the whole of Ireland including, a 10 km beach and 1000 sq acres of rolling sand dunes on our doorstep, mountain, lake and forest trails all within a short distance of the yard.
- Indoor and outdoor arenas
- Over 25 horses and ponies to suit everyone’s needs
- Friendly and professional staff
A typical day
Your typical day will start with a copious breakfast to prepare you for English classes from 9:15 – 12:30. Followed up with delicious lunch to charge you up for an afternoon horse riding session. You will be back to the campus around 5pm to relax and have some snacks. Dinner is served at 18:30 and followed up with some evening activities.ย
English School and Multi Activity
Our English and Multi Activity Programme is designed for individuals and groups who wish to travel to Ireland with the overall goal of improving their English language ability while at the same time providing them with an action packed activity, social and cultural programme.
English Classes
The English classes run for 3 hours every morning/afternoon depending on the level of the students. We use Project Based Learning with our junior students. The students work on a project that engages them in solving a real-world problem or answering a complex question while aimed at their level in English. They demonstrate their knowledge and skills by creating a public product or presentation for a real audience. As a result, students develop deep content knowledge as well as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication skills. On average, there are 12 students per class with a maximum of 15.
Multi Activity Programme
- Surfing
- Water Sports
- Irish Sports
- Outdoor Sports
A typical day
After a morning in the classroom, afternoon activities include surfing, team building, Irish sports, water sports, outdoor sports including beach games, tag rugby, basketball, hill walking, baking, indoor team building games etc.
Evening Activities and Cultural Excursions
Evening Activities
Our evening activities include water sports, onsite discos, bowling, treasure hunts, cinema, art and music workshops,ย talent shows, silly Olympics,ย outdoor sports, etc. During the evenings is easy to join and enjoy the Irish culture with live music concert, clubs, shows, restaurants and more. ย
Cultural Excursion
Cultural Excursion are also provided for the students, some of the destinations include:
- Queen Maeveโs Grave and Sligo Town
- Derry City walls and Derry City
- Slieve League and Donegal Town
- Parkes Castle and Sligo Town
- Lough Key National Park and Sligo
LOCATION & GETTING HERE
LOCATION
The Language, Equestrian & Surf Centre is located inย Bundoran, Donegal Co. on Irelands scenic North Western coast. ย
Considered by many as the Surf Capital of Ireland, Bundoran is situated on the South shore of Donegal Bayย against the backdrop of the majestic Ben Bulben mountain range. It has become famous the world over for the excellence of it’s waves and many International Surfing Competitions have been held here.ย Bundoran is also popularly known as Ireland’s Premier Seaside Resort.
County Donegal presents an ever-changing spectacle of landscapes and seascapes set against a backdrop of mountains and moors, with evidence everywhere of traditional Irish culture. Donegal boasts a vast rugged coastline softened regularly by a succession of beautiful beaches with golden sand and clear fresh waters.
A flagship and natural attraction, the Slieve League cliffs are the second highest sea cliffs in Europe, while Donegal’s Malin Head is the most northerly point on the island of Ireland. Besides being the cradle of traditional music, including leading singer Enya, Donegal boasts several national parks, such as the Glenveagh National Park, and is home to theย famous OโDonnel Clan. ย
The Climate
The climate is temperate and dominated by the Gulf Stream, with cool damp summers and mild wet winters. Mean temperatures range between 10ยบC and 20ยบC .
Getting Here
Airport Pick-up transfers
From Dublin Airport
“The 90% of our students fly directly to Dublin!”ย
Your hosts organizeย supervised transfers to/from Dublin airport every Sunday between 10am – 6.00pm. Other days of the week, available upon request. Collections are between 10am – 5.30 pm and drop offs are between 11am – 6 pmย (these times may vary slightly off season).
Travel time:ย 3 hours
Price:ย 100,- โฌย per student / per way
Arriving outside normal times price per way (Private Transfer): 240,- โฌย per student / per way
From Other Airports
Knock Airport:ย Sunday Arrivals Only,ย Travel time: 1.5 hours,ย Price:ย 95 EUR per way for a private transfer or โฌ50 per person.
Belfast: Travel time: 3ย hours, Price: 240 EUR per way.
Derry:ย Travel time: 1.5 hours, Price:ย 150 EUR per way
Donegal airport: Travel time: 2.5 hours, Price: 240 EUR per way
Traveling By Bus
Everyday to Ballyshannon
From Dublinย ( 4 hours )
From Belfast ( 3.5 hours )
From Knockย ( 2 hours )
Collections available from Ballyshannon between 10 am – 8 pm every day.
Medical and Travel Insurance
All students are advised to get a travel insurance policy that covers medical expenses, repatriation, loss or theft of property and cancellation or curtailment of course. Students from EU countries should also bring a European Health Insurance Card which covers public medical care.ย
PRICES & PACKAGES
Ages
12 – 17 years old
Fixed Dates
From June 14thย to August 23rd
Price per person
| Programme | 1 week | 2 weeks | 3weeks | 4weeks |
| English School and Surfing | 1070 โฌ | 2120 โฌ | 3110 โฌ | 4240 โฌ |
| English School and Horse Riding | 1160 โฌ | 2240 โฌ | 3330 โฌ | 4390 โฌ |
| English School and Multi Activity | 1070 โฌ | 2120 โฌ | 3110 โฌ | 4240 โฌ |
Programmes can be mixed, one activity per week – supplement of 80 euro.
Attention:ย We ask you to please note that all Junior Students are requested to pay โฌ50.00 security deposit cash on arrival. Refundable on departure with no damage.
The programmes include:
- Students never unaccompanied
- No public transport
- Safe and welcoming environment
- Experienced professional team
- Nationalities capped – great mix
- 8am to 9pm daily schedule
- Full board – fresh and healthy diet
- Evening activities
- Full day excursions each Saturday
- 15 hours of General English + English language course certificate
- 5 lessons according to the programme (Surfing, Horse Riding and Multi Activity)
- Accommodation (Residence or Host family – host family has an extra fee)
Extra fees:
- Not included: Transfers – Insurance – Flights
- Special dietary requirements. (e.g – coeliac) โฌ45
- Vegan/Lactose intolerant โฌ20 per week
- Host stay summer supplement โฌ60 per week
- Shared transfer from/to Dublin (Between 11am – 6pm on Sundays) โฌ110 (each way)
- Private transfer from Dublin โฌ380 (each way)
- Ballyshannon Bus Transfer collection/drop off (Between 9am – 10pm) โฌ30
- Extra Group Leader – Host full board/Residential full board โฌ490 per week/ โฌ350 per week
Accommodation
Junior residential | Next to Atlantic coast | 3 minutesโ walk to school |15 minutesโ walk to town centre | 4 bedroom houses | very spacious | sitting room | dining room |well equipped kitchen | Free WIFI in some houses | 3 – 4 students per room | 3 – 4 bathrooms per house | 8 โ 11 students & 1 Coordinator per house | Breakfast is provided in the house | Lunch & dinner in the school canteen.
Host Family | home from home experience | breakfast and 4 dinners with family | lunch at the school canteen Monday to Friday | packed lunch on Saturday | Lunch on Sunday with family | 3 evenings a week dinner at the residential centre followed by an activity | Students are either picked up by the family or brought home by school bus. There is a โฌ40 supplement for host family per week in June, July and August.
No refund will be made if a student makes alternative accommodation arrangements during their stay with us. No allowance is made for absence during stay or for late arrival or early departures.
