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Horse Riding and learn English in Dublin

Horse Riding and learn English in Dublin

Young riders who want to improve their English in a unique environment, particularly suitable for horseback riding, can choose the Horse Riding and learn English in Dublin camp, combining the study of English in the morning with riding sessions in the afternoon, with qualified instructors from HORSE SPORT IRELAND, the National governing body for Equestrian Sports in Ireland.

Host Family Accommodation
International Students
Suitable for Groups and Individuals
Trinity Examination Available
Intensive English
Full day excursions to Dublin

ENGLISH COURSE

Course programme, Level Test and Teaching Method

Students generally attend classes in the morning which follow the same layout as a General English Course. There are 15 hours English classes per week held Monday to Friday and split into two 90 minute lessons per day. Class size is restricted to a maximum of 15 students and all levels are available from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1).
Two teachers, covering different prearranged areas of the syllabus, work alternately with each class. One teacher takes the first 90-minute session which focuses on language in use, vocabulary and grammar practice. After a short break, the second teacher starts the next 90-minute session which covers conversational practice, pronunciation, listening and speaking. This work share provides variety for the students and allows them to benefit from different personalities and teaching styles.All our teaching staff are university graduates and are qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL).
Students will receive the English course materials and workbooks as part of the programme.

Certificate of Attendance

After completion of the English course, a Certificate of Attendance will be issued to each student. It certifies the progress that has been made and the level of English reached.

HORSE RIDING

Our Horse Riding and Learn English camp in Dublin offers the opportunity to combine the learning of English language with professional riding lessons. We are pleased to offer students a program of English language lessons combined with riding lessons in one of Ireland’s largest equestrian centers, located south of Dublin and easily accessible from the school where English classes are held. Professional instructors train young riders in indoor and outdoor arenas, in an ideal environment for riding. Riding lessons can also include dressage and polocrosse notions. The boys and girls participating in Horse Riding and Learn English mainly come from France, Italy and Spain.

Horse Riding and learn English in Dublin

ACCOMMODATION

Host Family Host Families All our families are inspected and carefully selected by our accommodation officer, who maintains regular contact with each host family during a student’s stay. Living with a host family gives a perspective on Irish family life. The interaction with a host family plays a prominent role in developing language skills.

SAMPLE WEEKLY TIMETABLE*

9.00 – 9.45 10.00 – 12.00 14.00 – 15.30 16.00 – 17.30 20.30 – 22.00
Sunday Arrival, accommodation and meeting with other athletes and staff
Monday English Classes English Classes Sports Training Sports Training Evening Activities
Tuesday English Classes English Classes Sports Training Sports Training Evening Activities
Wednesday English Classes English Classes Half day excursion Evening Activities
Thursday English Classes English Classes Sports Training Sports Training Evening Activities
Friday English Classes English Classes Sports Training Sports Training Evening Activities
Saturday Full day Excursion Evening Activities
 *the program may be subject to change without prior notice

TARIFFS

JULYAccommodation2 WEEKS3 WEEKS4 WEEKS
Horse Riding and learn English in Dublin Host Family 1650.00 Eu2450.00 Eu3160.00 Eu

ENGLISH CLASSES

  • Assessment Test
  • 15 hours English classes per week (two 90 minutes lessons per day)
  • Maximum of 15 students per class
  • All Course Materials
  • All levels available, from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1).
  • Two teachers working alternately with each class
  • Certificate of Attendance and Completion
  • All our teaching staff are university graduates and qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL)

HORSE RIDING

  • More than 10 hours a week of horse riding lessons and interrelated activities, including educational lessons, coaching, individual skills exercises, development of mental strength, intelligence and Abilities
  • Analysis through video supports
  • Physical fitness, strength and conditioning workshops
  • General and specific nutritional talks

EXTRACURRICOLAR ACTIVITIES

  • 1 half-day excursion per week
  • 1 full day excursion per week
  • 3 evening activities per week, such as treasure hunt, karaoke, irish night, disco

ACCOMMODATION and SUPERVISION

  • Host Family Accommodation with selected families on full board basis
  • College Accommodation on full board basis
  • Located in one of Dublin’s quietest residential areas
  • Supervised access to computer and Internet facilities
  • All rooms twin and students share with a different nationality
  • 24/7 emergency phone
  • Flights
  • Airport transfer to family / College and vice versa
  • Subscription to public transport service
  • All that is not included in “the price includes”

EXAMS

  • On request, preparation for the Trinity exam which includes additional lessons
  • On request, preparation for the TIE exam

ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS

  • Extra day with host family: 30,00 Eu

TRANSPORT

  • Individual Student Arrival and Departure airport transfers: 75,00 Eu per person each way (reductions available for groups)
  • Weekly ticket for the private school bus (evening activities included): 30,00 Eu per week
  • Bus&Dart pass: 2 weeks 70,00 Eu, 3 weeks 94,00 Eu, 4 weeks 119,00 Eu
  • Bus&Luas pass: 2 weeks 70,00 Eu, 3 weeks 94,00 Eu, 4 weeks 119,00 Eu

Horse Riding and learn English in Dublin

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