Sport and Games, Excursions, Activities and Entertainment

Our programme offers a well-balanced timetable of English tuition, sport and fun activities combined with outings to recreational and cultural centres. The school has a superb sports hall, an excellent heated indoor swimming pool and well maintained sports fields. There is also a drama/dance studio, art and cookery rooms and a first class concert/assembly hall.

Activities: During the afternoons there is a choice of 5-8 activity options, at least two of which are non-sporting. All students are expected to participate in the programme. Activities include, for example, football, basketball, swimming, rugby, hockey, baseball, table tennis, cricket, volleyball, water polo, aerobics, trampolining, cookery, board games, drama, walk on the Downs, jewellery making, art and craft, yoga, origami, music, dance, walk to beach (and many more!). Every Friday afternoon, students have the opportunity to visit Eastbourne Town Centre. Every Friday evening there is a BBQ followed by a formal presentation of prizes and leavers certificates followed by a disco. Evening entertainment can include quiz games, concerts, talent contests, discos, karaoke, trip to Eastbourne Pier, to name but a few.

During the course, there will be evening outings to the local cinema and to ten-pin bowling - which are included in the course fee.

Excursions: Excursions, which change weekly, take place (usually) on a Wednesday and Sunday. A full day in London at a tourist attraction is included, as well as other places of cultural interest. Our staff always accompany students on all visits. Trips planned for Summer 2012 include:

• London Museums and a coach tour of sights including Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Westminster, etc.
• Seven Sisters and Cuckmere Haven - to include a walk along the beautiful scenic countryside to the beach and a choice of various activities such as raft building, mountain biking, wall climbing, etc.
• Hampton Court Palace, boat trip and free time in Kingston.
• Hastings - Smugglers Caves, Blue Reef Aquarium, Hastings Castle and the 1066 Story followed by free time at the beach/shops.
• Train to London - Walk to Buckingham Palace for photo opportunities, lunch in St James Park, go to the theatre to see the musical Wicked and then time for shopping and dinner.
• Hever Castle, grounds and water maze
• London Eye, Thames River boat cruise, sightseeing in Westminster and shopping
• Thorpe Park Theme Park
• Oxford - walking tour shopping and optional punting
• Brighton - sightseeing, beach and shopping
• Tour of Westminster Abbey, sightseeing and shopping

All excursions, including entrance fees and tickets, are included in the weekly course fee. There are no additional costs.

Optional Sports Tuition

In addition to the inclusive sports and activities programme, it is possible to book specialist sports coaching in certain sports. This tuition takes place in small groups and is available to students of all abilities. All sports are led by professional and qualified instructors. This is an optional extra and not compulsory. We recommend students only book these options for sports they really enjoy, as they will miss the timetabled activity. All equipment is provided, but some students prefer to bring their own.

• Sailing/Canoeing - For students aged 12 years and above. Two hours on 1, 2 or 3 afternoons per week. At Spray Sports Sailing Club on Eastbourne Beach. Fully qualified instructor.
• Windsurfing - For students aged 12 years and above. Two hours on 1, 2 or 3 afternoons per week. At Spray Sports Sailing Club on Eastbourne Beach. Fully qualified instructor.
• Tennis - Coaching is available in small groups for players of all abilities for 2 hours on 3 afternoons per week, (6 hours). LTA Professional Licensed Coach.
• Swimming - Lessons for beginners only. One hour on 1, 2 or 3 afternoons per week. Professional and certified swimming instructor at Moira House Pool.
• Golf - On local course with Resident Golf Professional in small groups. 2 hours on 3 afternoons per week, (6 hours).
• Horseriding - At nearby equestrian centre for students of all abilities. 1 hour sessions are available once, twice or three times per week. Professional instructor.
• Mountain Biking - At Cuckmere Valley on either hilly or flat routes (according to standard). Professional tuition. 1 afternoon per week, (2 hours).

Pro-sports options are popular and there are limited places available. Thus, early booking is recommended if boys and girls are interested in taking part in above sports tuition.