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Language Classes in the Morning<br />

Leisure, Sports and Excursions in the Afternoon<br />

Modern Facilities<br />

<strong>SUMMER</strong> <strong>LANGUAGE</strong> <strong>CAMPS</strong><br />

<strong>IN</strong> <strong>SWITZERLAND</strong><br />

FRENCH, ENGLISH AND GERMAN <strong>LANGUAGE</strong> <strong>CAMPS</strong><br />

FOR PARTICIPANTS FROM 10 TO 18 YEARS OLD


<strong>SLC</strong>,<br />

SWISS<br />

<strong>LANGUAGE</strong><br />

CLUB<br />

<strong>SLC</strong> has over 25 years of experience<br />

organising summer language camps<br />

in Switzerland and combining an<br />

excellent language education with<br />

a wide range of leisure, sports and<br />

sightseeing activities.<br />

We offer high quality summer programmes,<br />

headed by a highly motivated<br />

and experienced team in our<br />

newly renovated course centres of<br />

Leysin, Montreux and Neuchâtel.<br />

We combine intensive language<br />

lessons in the morning with a varied<br />

sports, leisure and excursion<br />

programme in the afternoon and<br />

evening.<br />

The Leysin location, half an hour<br />

away from Lake Geneva, is suitable<br />

for participants from 10 to 17 years of<br />

age. Our Montreux centre caters to<br />

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more mature participants of 14 to 18<br />

years of age. Our centre in Neuchâtel<br />

welcomes participants from 12 to 17<br />

years of age.<br />

All centres offer the option to study<br />

either English or French. German is<br />

also offered in our Leysin centre.<br />

The <strong>SLC</strong> “Hot Sports Card” allows<br />

our participants to participate in a<br />

variety of sports and leisure activities.<br />

The pass – with a weekly bonus<br />

of CHF 40.– is already included in the<br />

course fee.<br />

In addition to the full-day Saturday<br />

excursion and the two weekly<br />

half-day excursions we offer one<br />

admission every second week to<br />

the Aquaparc in Le Bouveret on the<br />

shores of Lake Geneva (see pages<br />

16 - 17) for the Montreux and Leysin<br />

camp. In Neuchâtel, we offer one<br />

admission to Europa-Park for stays<br />

of 2 weeks or longer.<br />

Renovated in 2005 - 2008, our course<br />

centres have excellent infrastructures<br />

with modern classrooms, nice<br />

double and single rooms and a large<br />

variety of leisure facilities.<br />

Our course centres have also gained<br />

a reputation for their excellent catering<br />

since their reopening.<br />

A team of professional cooks prepares<br />

three buffets (breakfast, lunch<br />

and dinner) from Monday to Friday,<br />

with brunch and dinner on the weekends.<br />

Barbecues or special theme<br />

nights offer even more diversity.<br />

Please let us know should you require<br />

additional information. We will<br />

be happy to answer your questions.<br />

<strong>SLC</strong>, <strong>Swiss</strong> Language Club<br />

Alain Bélizaire, Manager


<strong>SLC</strong>, SWISS <strong>LANGUAGE</strong> CLUB 02 - 03<br />

10 GOOD REASONS 04 - 05<br />

<strong>LANGUAGE</strong> COURSES 06 - 07<br />

MEALS 08 - 09<br />

SPORT, LEISURE & PARTIES 10 - 13<br />

EXCURSIONS 14 - 15<br />

AQUAPARC 16<br />

EUROPA-PARK 17<br />

LEYS<strong>IN</strong> 18 - 19<br />

NEUCHÂTEL 20 - 21<br />

MONTREUX 22 - 23<br />

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10 GOOD REASONS<br />

TO CHOOSE <strong>SLC</strong><br />

Thousands of participants have<br />

enjoyed our language camps. Their<br />

comments and feedbacks together<br />

with our innovative management<br />

have inspired us to review the traditional<br />

summer school and design a<br />

new summer camp concept adapted<br />

to the changing needs of teenagers.<br />

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1 | <strong>LANGUAGE</strong> CLASSES<br />

Our dynamic teaching team aims to<br />

make learning an enjoyable experience.<br />

The lessons are intensive, yet<br />

delivered in a relaxed atmosphere.<br />

This approach permits excellent<br />

learning results even though the time<br />

of stay may be short.<br />

2 | EXCEPTIONAL LOCATION<br />

If you want to discover the “Magic of<br />

the <strong>Swiss</strong> Mountains” or enjoy the<br />

proximity of lakes the choice is yours<br />

as we offer both: In the Alps, Leysin is<br />

suitable for youths from 10 - 17 years<br />

and by the lakes, Montreux is for<br />

participants from 14 - 18 years and<br />

Neuchâtel for 12 - 17 years.<br />

3 | VARIED LEISURE ACTIVITIES<br />

The intensive morning classes call<br />

for relaxation and recreation in the<br />

afternoon. If you’re interested in<br />

sports and physical exercise or prefer<br />

to take it easy, there are plenty<br />

of possibilities.<br />

4 | THE <strong>SLC</strong> “HOT SPORTS” CARD<br />

The <strong>SLC</strong> “Hot Sports” Card gives you<br />

a weekly bonus of CHF 40.- to use on<br />

any sports and leisure activities.<br />

5 | AQUAPARC / EUROPA-PARK<br />

Every second week we offer a complimentary<br />

excursion to the Aquaparc<br />

in Le Bouveret on the shores of Lake<br />

Geneva (Montreux & Leysin camp)<br />

and also include one free day to<br />

Europa-Park after a minimum stay of<br />

2 weeks (Neuchatel camp).<br />

6 | FACILITIES<br />

All <strong>SLC</strong> campuses have an impressive<br />

infrastructure with modern<br />

classrooms, internet cafes, learning<br />

lounges, coffee shops and restaurants,<br />

gyms, aerobics halls, sun<br />

decks and a lot more. They were<br />

completely renovated in 2005 - 08 and<br />

offer excellent facilities.


NEUCHÂTEL<br />

MONTREUX<br />

Great importance is also attached to<br />

the safety of our guests: all buildings<br />

comply with legal specifications and<br />

rules and our well-trained staff is<br />

available around the clock.<br />

7 | CHOICE OF ACCOMMODATION<br />

The course fees include accommodation<br />

in a double standard room.<br />

If you prefer to stay in a single or deluxe<br />

room, a surcharge applies (see<br />

price list). The rooms are cleaned<br />

weekly by our housekeeping department<br />

and at the same time bed linen<br />

and towels are changed.<br />

8 | GREAT FOOD<br />

Our team of professional cooks prepares<br />

a fresh breakfast, lunch and<br />

dinner buffet each day. Barbecues and<br />

special theme parties offer even<br />

more diversity.<br />

LEYS<strong>IN</strong><br />

9 | A SURPRIS<strong>IN</strong>GLY LOW PRICE<br />

Because the infrastructure is used by<br />

hotel management schools during the<br />

rest of the year, we are able to offer<br />

high quality summer programmes for<br />

a surprisingly low price.<br />

10 | EASY BOOK<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

Make your booking by writing to the<br />

address on the back of this brochure<br />

or going to our website and within just<br />

a few days you will receive your booking<br />

confirmation.<br />

TIP<br />

JUNIORS’ CLUB<br />

PARTICIPANTS FROM 10 TO 13 YEARS OF<br />

AGE RECEIVE ADDITIONAL SUPERVISION<br />

<strong>IN</strong> OUR “JUNIORS’ CLUB” <strong>IN</strong> LEYS<strong>IN</strong>.<br />

DETAILS: PAGE 18 TO 19.<br />

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<strong>LANGUAGE</strong><br />

CLASSES<br />

Learning a language is fun! If you<br />

haven’t discovered this yet, you will<br />

during your stay at <strong>SLC</strong>.<br />

Our teachers are well qualified and<br />

experienced. Classes are conducted<br />

in classrooms, in the gardens, on the<br />

panoramic terrace and even on<br />

field trips.<br />

“What we learn with pleasure we’ll<br />

never forget.”<br />

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THE LESSONS<br />

From day one you’ll feel inspired by<br />

the motivating atmosphere, which is<br />

ideal for maximum learning success!<br />

CLASS LEVELS<br />

On the first day all participants (except<br />

the absolute beginners) take a<br />

placement test to be assigned to an<br />

appropriate class. If necessary, the<br />

level of class can be changed after<br />

consultation with the teacher within<br />

the first two days.<br />

TEACHERS<br />

Our dynamic team of lecturers creates<br />

interesting and active lessons.<br />

The units have clear structures and<br />

are taught in a relaxing environment.<br />

CLASS TIMES<br />

Classes are conducted in the morning<br />

from Monday to Friday: 4 lessons<br />

per day, 20 lessons per week.<br />

EXTRA CONVERSATION<br />

Participants with a minimum of two<br />

years experience can participate in<br />

an additional two lessons of conversation<br />

class two afternoons per week<br />

(see price list).<br />

LEARN<strong>IN</strong>G METHODS<br />

Our teachers work with flexible curricula.<br />

They are able to adapt to the<br />

specific level and needs of the group,<br />

creating diversified lessons.<br />

Small classes (appr. 12 - 13 students)<br />

allow a lot of personal attention to<br />

each student.<br />

Where appropriate to the class level,<br />

teachers will also use media such<br />

as short movies, newspaper articles<br />

and role-plays.<br />

LEARN<strong>IN</strong>G <strong>IN</strong>FRASTRUCTURE<br />

The study centres boast brand new<br />

and modern learning infrastructures.


The classrooms have been newly<br />

renovated and feature white boards<br />

as well as multimedia projectors and<br />

TV/video. Our learning lounges are<br />

the perfect place for homework and<br />

group work.<br />

LEARN<strong>IN</strong>G SUCC ESS<br />

Your stay at <strong>SLC</strong> will help to improve<br />

your language knowledge. How<br />

much you improve will of course also<br />

depend upon your commitment and<br />

motivation. Our club atmosphere<br />

will make it easy for you to learn with<br />

pleasure.<br />

CERTIFICATE<br />

At the end of your stay you will be<br />

presented with a certificate which<br />

documents your graduation from<br />

the <strong>SLC</strong> course. The certificate will<br />

also be a nice memory of your stay in<br />

Switzerland.<br />

FRENCH AND ENGLISH<br />

Locations: Leysin (10-17), Montreux (14-18), Neuchâtel (12-17)<br />

Levels: Leysin: Beginners to Advanced<br />

Montreux: Minimum 1 year previous language skills<br />

Neuchâtel: Minimum 1 year previous language skills<br />

Duration: Leysin & Montreux: 1 - 8 weeks<br />

Neuchâtel: 1 - 6 weeks<br />

Dates: see attached price list<br />

GERMAN<br />

Location: Leysin (10-17)<br />

Levels: Beginners to Intermediate<br />

Duration: 1 - 4 weeks<br />

Dates: see attached price list<br />

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MEALS<br />

An active lifestyle demands a<br />

healthy, balanced selection of foods.<br />

Our chefs have years of experience<br />

in preparing meals for the demands<br />

of young people and offer a balanced<br />

and diversified daily menu.<br />

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MONDAY – FRIDAY<br />

Three daily meals will be offered<br />

from Monday to Friday: breakfast,<br />

lunch and dinner. All meals are offered<br />

in a buffet-style and you are<br />

free to refill your plate.<br />

Usually there will be a selection of<br />

salads, main courses, desserts, fruit<br />

and drinks on offer.<br />

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY<br />

The days to sleep late! Breakfast and<br />

lunch will be contracted into one single<br />

meal, our popular and abundant<br />

brunch buffet.<br />

After your return from the daily excursions<br />

and activities, a hearty dinner<br />

will be waiting in the cafeteria.<br />

“THEME NIGHTS”<br />

Throughout the summer our chefs<br />

surprise their guests with “theme<br />

nights”: an Asian buffet, a Mexican<br />

dinner, “La Soirée Française”, the<br />

“Burger & Nuggets” night – you can<br />

be sure it’s going to be good!<br />

THE CAFETERIAS<br />

Whether it is the “Lake Side” in<br />

Montreux, the “Market Place” in Leysin<br />

or the “Chatterbox” in Neuchâtel, all<br />

centres have renovated cafeterias<br />

opened daily for warm meals.<br />

*BBQs<br />

Even more variety is on its way when<br />

our chefs organize their garden<br />

barbecues: a large choice of grilled<br />

meats and sausages and a fresh salad<br />

buffet followed by a dessert buffet<br />

and fresh fruit.<br />

*Only in Leysin and Montreux.


DAILY MENU - SAMPLE<br />

BREAKFAST<br />

Cereal<br />

Bread and toast<br />

Cheese and ham<br />

Jam, chocolate spread and<br />

butter / margarine<br />

Yoghurt<br />

Fresh fruit<br />

Hot and cold chocolate<br />

Milk<br />

Tea<br />

Coffee<br />

Fruit juice<br />

LUNCH BUFFET<br />

Salad Bar with assortment of cold<br />

salads – choice of dressing<br />

Grilled prawns with sweet and<br />

sour sauce<br />

Fried noodles<br />

Mixed vegetable wok<br />

Curry Samosa<br />

Selection of fruit juice<br />

Dessert<br />

Tiramisu<br />

Fresh fruit<br />

D<strong>IN</strong>NER BUFFET<br />

Salad Bar with assortment of<br />

cold salads – choice of dressing<br />

Burger Party<br />

Beef , chicken or tofu burger<br />

Purple onion, tomato, pepperjack<br />

cheese and fresh lettuce<br />

French fries<br />

Tartare, mayonnaise and<br />

ketchup sauce<br />

Selection of fruit juice<br />

Dessert<br />

Strawberry and vanilla ice cream<br />

Cookies<br />

Fresh fruit<br />

SUNDAY BRUNCH<br />

Cereal<br />

Bread and toast<br />

Cheese and ham<br />

Jam, chocolate spread and butter /<br />

margarine<br />

Yoghurt<br />

Fresh fruit<br />

Salad Bar with assortment of<br />

cold salads – choice of dressing<br />

Veal Chipolata<br />

Bacon and scrambled eggs<br />

Hot and cold Chocolate<br />

Milk<br />

Tea<br />

Coffee<br />

Fruit juice<br />

Dessert<br />

Chocolate tart<br />

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SPORTS<br />

& LEISURE<br />

25 years of experience in organising<br />

summer holiday camps for teenagers<br />

and young adults have taught us<br />

the right “mix” of intensive language<br />

education and an active leisure<br />

programme.<br />

Our packed sports, leisure, and<br />

excursion programme is great for<br />

recreation and and offers plenty of<br />

opportunities to make new friends<br />

from all over the world.<br />

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SPORTS<br />

Sports enthusiasts will really get<br />

their money’s worth in our study<br />

centre in Leysin. With its excellent<br />

infrastructure, the holiday-village of<br />

Leysin offers a wide range of sports<br />

activities. Nearby Lake Geneva and<br />

Lake of Neuchâtel provides additional<br />

water sports possibilities.<br />

LEISURE ACTI VITIES<br />

If you are not much of a sports fan,<br />

you will love our other leisure activities.<br />

Some examples are listed on<br />

page 12-13.<br />

THE “HOT SPORTS ” CARD<br />

All participants receive a “Hot<br />

Sports Card” with a weekly bonus<br />

of CHF 40.- which can be used for<br />

sports and leisure activities.<br />

PARTIES<br />

Our popular <strong>SLC</strong> parties are organized<br />

every Saturday evening. Together with<br />

the students, the Leisure Managers<br />

also organize special theme nights.<br />

In Leysin, the parties are usually conducted<br />

at our in-house <strong>SLC</strong> disco.<br />

PARAGLID<strong>IN</strong>G / HELICOPTER<br />

FLIGHTS<br />

Discover both Montreux and Leysin’s<br />

beautiful surroundings from the<br />

sky! Be sure to create a lifelong<br />

memory by experiencing the <strong>Swiss</strong><br />

scenery from up above. The view of<br />

the lake and mountains is simply<br />

breathtaking.


THERMAL BATHS<br />

A Must-Do in Switzerland, the thermal<br />

bath waters run directly from<br />

natural hot water sources. In our<br />

Montreux and Neuchâtel centres you<br />

will have the possibility of going to the<br />

thermal baths of Yverdon-les Bains<br />

(Neuchâtel) and Lavey-les-Bains<br />

(Montreux). The water may reach up<br />

to 34°C.<br />

DISCO<br />

Our Leysin centre has an equipped<br />

disco. Great parties are organized<br />

every week. Thanks to the DJ, dancing<br />

is a must! You may even organize<br />

a theme night with your friends.<br />

FUNPLANET<br />

Another big hit with our students is<br />

“Fun Planet”, an entertainment park<br />

situated nearby. Participants can<br />

use their credits on the “Hot Sports<br />

Bonus” to pay for activities like gocarting,<br />

bowling, arcade games, simulators,<br />

wall climbing and a variety of<br />

other entertainment.<br />

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SPORTS<br />

& LEISURE<br />

A weekly program will be posted on<br />

the wall with all possible activities<br />

and their prices. On Monday, you will<br />

choose one activity per day and put<br />

together your own programme. You<br />

have CHF 40.- /week that are included<br />

in the course fees.<br />

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EXAMPLES OF ACTI VITIES <strong>IN</strong> OUR<br />

<strong>CAMPS</strong> LEYS<strong>IN</strong>, NEUCHÂTEL AND MONTREUX.<br />

SPORTS LEYS<strong>IN</strong> MONTREUX NEUCHÂTEL<br />

Volley-/Basketball<br />

Football<br />

Street Hockey<br />

Table tennis<br />

Gym/Fitness<br />

Minigolf 5.- 5.- 5.-<br />

Horse Riding 30.-<br />

Tennis 15.- 15.- 15.-<br />

Squash 15.- 15.-<br />

Rock Climbing 20.-<br />

Ice Skating 10.-<br />

Mountain Biking 20.- 20.-<br />

Go Karting 50.- 50.- 50.-<br />

Prices subject to alteration.


During your activities, you will get<br />

to know the other participants and<br />

animators who come from all over<br />

the world. You are guaranteed to<br />

have plenty of fun while learning and<br />

making friends.<br />

ACTIVITIES LEYS<strong>IN</strong> MONTREUX NEUCHÂTEL<br />

Shopping<br />

Mountain Lakes<br />

Cable Car<br />

BBQ<br />

Disco<br />

Theme Nights<br />

Game Nights<br />

Movie Nights<br />

Art Courses 15.-<br />

Cultural Visits<br />

Thermal Bath 20.- 20.- 20.-<br />

Dirtscoot 40.- 25.-<br />

Paragliding 180.- 180.-<br />

Helicopter 250.-<br />

Adventure park 25.- 25.- 25.-<br />

Laser Game 20.- 20.- 20.-<br />

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EXCURSION<br />

Discover the “Suisse Romande”!<br />

Every week you can go on two half-day<br />

excursions plus a full day Saturday<br />

excursion, all of which are included in<br />

the course fees.<br />

With this kind of diversity you’ll<br />

surely not get bored during your stay<br />

in western Switzerland.<br />

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SATURDAY EXCURSION<br />

The Saturday excursions are included<br />

in the course fees. Destinations vary<br />

depending upon the study centre.<br />

To the right you can find a sample of<br />

a Saturday excursion for our centre<br />

in Leysin.<br />

AFTERNOON EXCURSION<br />

Every week students can participate<br />

in a free trip by coach to destinations<br />

in the region. There is a large choice<br />

of destinations ranging from shopping<br />

trips to sightseeing trips or a<br />

ride in a cable car.


DEST<strong>IN</strong>ATION LEYS<strong>IN</strong> MONTREUX<br />

Le Bouveret<br />

Montreux<br />

Chillon Castle<br />

Villeneuve<br />

Lausanne<br />

Geneva<br />

Vevey<br />

Salt Mines<br />

Glacier<br />

Toy Museum<br />

Nestlé Museum<br />

EXCURSIONS FROM NEUCHÂTEL<br />

EXCURSI ON 1 - LAUSANNE<br />

(Course Centre Leysin)<br />

09.45 - 10.45 Brunch<br />

11.00 - 12.30 Leysin - Lausanne (bus)<br />

Berne - Lausanne - Bienne - La Chaux-de-fonds - Creux du van - île St-Pierre - Watchmaking museum<br />

Chaumont - Latenium (Archaeology museum) - Underground mills - “Saut du Doubs”<br />

12.30 - 17.30 1) City Lovers: Sightseeing and Shopping<br />

2) Sports Enthusiasts:<br />

Olympic Museum, Shopping<br />

3) Beach Bums: Swimming pool<br />

17.30 Lausanne - Leysin<br />

19.00 Dinner in Leysin<br />

A wide range of excursions, cultural and sporting activities help to make each stay even more pleasurable.<br />

A “Hot Sport” card (value: CHF 40.- per week) is included in the course fees and allows you to devise your own ideal<br />

programme.


AQUAPARC /<br />

EUROPA-PARK<br />

In a fantastic setting on the shores of<br />

Lake Geneva, surrounded by a background<br />

of magnificent mountains,<br />

enjoy the fantastic water worlds<br />

at Aquaparc and its beach in the<br />

Bouveret. A definite favourite among<br />

our participants.<br />

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AQUAPARC<br />

Enter a world of fun and relaxation.<br />

Aquaparc offers four water worlds<br />

to choose from. Plunge into the wave<br />

pool and stem the current in a flowing<br />

pool. Become a pirate and enjoy fun<br />

and games on a pirates’ ship.<br />

Or throw yourself down one of the<br />

seven sensational water slides.<br />

There’s lots of enjoyment available<br />

for everybody!<br />

WATER SPORTS<br />

On the “Rive Bleue” beach, enjoy water<br />

skiing, wakeboarding, tubing, big<br />

banana rides and much more! Should<br />

you prefer to stay on the beach, you<br />

may work on your tan, play beach<br />

volleyball or have fun with the many<br />

available games such as ping-pong.<br />

Free entrance to the Aquaparc is offered<br />

every second week for all our<br />

students in Leysin and Montreux.<br />

WATER LEYS<strong>IN</strong> MONTREUX NEUCHÂTEL<br />

SPORTS<br />

Big Banana 15.- 15.- 15.-<br />

Pedalo 5.- 5.- 5.-<br />

Swimming 5.- 5.- 5.-<br />

Rafting 70.- 70.-<br />

Waterskiing 35.- 35.- 35.-<br />

Windsurfing 25.- 25.-<br />

Prices subject to alteration.


EUROPA-PARK<br />

More than 100 attractions and shows,<br />

13 European themed areas and 6<br />

hours of show programmes. Europa-<br />

Park, which is located in the Germany<br />

– Switzerland – France border-triangle,<br />

is a unique destination for short<br />

holidays, with<br />

leisure activities for all tastes and<br />

age groups.<br />

After a two-week enrolment period in<br />

our Neuchâtel centre, you will be offered<br />

one free day to Europa-Park.<br />

EURO-MIR<br />

Plummeting towards the ground at<br />

a speed of 80 km/h in spinning gondolas<br />

– guaranteed to get your pulse<br />

racing!<br />

SILVER STAR<br />

Europe’s highest and biggest roller<br />

coaster offering pure thrills - not for<br />

the faint-hearted!<br />

EUROSAT<br />

A roller coaster in the dark: speeding<br />

through space!<br />

FJORD RAFT<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

A rapid ride through a roaring mountain<br />

torrent! New: the “World of<br />

Trolls”.


LEYS<strong>IN</strong> (10-17)<br />

Leysin is a renowned youth holiday<br />

village in the Vaud Alps, approximately<br />

40 minutes away from<br />

Montreux and Lake Geneva.<br />

The active, dynamic atmosphere of<br />

Leysin with its many sports and leisure<br />

facilities is surely a reason why<br />

it is home to so many international<br />

schools and universities.<br />

THE STUDY CENTRE<br />

The <strong>SLC</strong> courses take place in two<br />

former hotels: the “Mont Blanc<br />

Palace” and the “Bélvedère”. Both<br />

hotels were owned by Club Med<br />

until 2002 and then taken over and<br />

completely renovated by SEG, <strong>Swiss</strong><br />

Education Group, in 2004. The village<br />

centre of Leysin and the public sport<br />

facilities are easily accessible by foot<br />

– or with the complimentary public<br />

bus – in just a few minutes.<br />

FACILITIES<br />

Modern Classrooms, Auditorium,<br />

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Learning Lounge, Internet Room,<br />

Internet Café, Reading Lounge,<br />

Modern Lobby, Front Desk, “Market<br />

Place” or “Sitjio” Cafeterias, 2<br />

“Coffee Beans” Coffee Shops,<br />

Panorama Terrace, Gym, Aerobics<br />

Hall, “<strong>SLC</strong> Disco”, “Chunky Burger”<br />

Fast Food Restaurant, “Stix” Asian<br />

Fast Food, Games Room, Table<br />

Tennis, Cable TV, Wireless Internet.<br />

ACCOMMODATION<br />

Participants are accommodated in<br />

single or double standard or deluxe<br />

rooms. The double standard room is<br />

included in the course fee; for single<br />

or deluxe rooms a surcharge applies<br />

(see price list). All rooms have an ensuite<br />

bathroom.<br />

<strong>SLC</strong> LEISURE MANAGERS<br />

The <strong>SLC</strong> Leisure Managers in Leysin<br />

know the area and all of its attractions<br />

and sights very well.<br />

They organise excursions and activities<br />

that you will never forget and also<br />

ensure that our in-house facilities are<br />

always available during opening hours.<br />

Whether it is a discovery trip with the<br />

cable car to a nearby mountain lake,<br />

or a sunset BBQ overlooking Lake<br />

Geneva, a party in our Club Maxx<br />

disco or simply a challenging aerobics<br />

class: the <strong>SLC</strong> Leisure Managers<br />

always find a way to add to the enjoyment<br />

of your stay.<br />

LEYS<strong>IN</strong> <strong>IN</strong> A FEW WORDS<br />

- Located in the heart of the <strong>Swiss</strong><br />

mountains<br />

- Sport centre / dynamic activities /<br />

Disco<br />

- Helicopter / paragliding<br />

- Juniors’ Club<br />

- Aquaparc<br />

- Average age: 13 - 14 years old<br />

- Courses: French, English<br />

and German


WEEKLY PROGRAMME (SAMPLE)<br />

DAY MORN<strong>IN</strong>G AFTERNOON EVEN<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

Mon<br />

Tue<br />

Wed<br />

Thu<br />

Fri<br />

Sat<br />

Sun<br />

French/English/<br />

German<br />

French/English/<br />

German<br />

French/English/<br />

German<br />

French/English/<br />

German<br />

French/English/<br />

German<br />

Brunch<br />

Brunch<br />

Visit to Leysin ,Tennis<br />

Montreux: Shopping, Chillon,<br />

Swimming<br />

Football, Beach Volleyball, Tennis, Squash,<br />

Swimming, Horse riding, Ice Skating<br />

Le Bouveret: Aquaparc, Swimming,<br />

Rafting, Windsurfing, Big Banana, Waterskiing<br />

Football, Beach Volleyball, Tennis,<br />

Street Hockey, Laser Game, Fun Planet<br />

Excursion to Lausanne<br />

Quiet day in Leysin / Extra Excursion<br />

Movie, Games<br />

Football Tournament<br />

BBQ,<br />

Cool Wednesday<br />

Games, Sports<br />

<strong>SLC</strong> Disco<br />

Evening Entertainment<br />

<strong>SLC</strong> Disco<br />

Games,<br />

Evening Entertainment


NEUCHÂTEL (12-17)<br />

Located between Lake Neuchâtel<br />

and the Jura Mountains, the city of<br />

Neuchâtel faces towards the Alps<br />

and bridges the gap between the<br />

<strong>Swiss</strong> Plateau and the curve of the<br />

Jura. This French-speaking city is<br />

close to the border with the Germanspeaking<br />

part of Switzerland. Its<br />

medieval town centre, castle and<br />

12th-century collegiate church<br />

endow the city with a unique charm.<br />

Neuchâtel has a number of higherlevel<br />

institutions including a<br />

university, several specialist high<br />

schools and an electronics and<br />

microtechnology research centre.<br />

This young, vibrant and motivating<br />

environment makes the city a highly<br />

appropriate setting for learning and<br />

self-development.<br />

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THE COURSE CENTRE<br />

<strong>SLC</strong> courses are held in the establishment<br />

that was formerly the “Eurotel”<br />

hotel and is now occupied by the IHTTI<br />

hotel management school run by the<br />

<strong>Swiss</strong> Education Group. Renovated<br />

in 2005, the hotel is a stone’s throw<br />

from the town centre. Public sporting<br />

facilities are located a few minutes’<br />

walk away and are also accessible by<br />

public transport.<br />

ACCOMMODATION<br />

Students are accommodated in single<br />

or standard/deluxe double rooms.<br />

Accommodation in a standard double<br />

room is included in the cost of<br />

the course.<br />

A supplement is charged for deluxe<br />

or individual rooms (see price list).<br />

FACILITIES<br />

Modern classrooms, a computer<br />

room with internet connection,<br />

reception area, the “les Amis” and<br />

“Chatterbox” cafeterias, the “Coffee<br />

Beans” café, wireless internet, fitness<br />

room.<br />

<strong>SLC</strong> LEISURE MANAGERS<br />

The Neuchâtel region offers numerous<br />

leisure and cultural excursion<br />

opportunities. Our <strong>SLC</strong> leisure managers<br />

will put together an attractive<br />

programme for you that will make<br />

your study trip an unforgettable one.<br />

NEUCHÂTEL <strong>IN</strong> A FEW WORDS<br />

- Sports, aquatic activities<br />

- Discover the <strong>Swiss</strong> culture<br />

(history, chocolate, watches, etc.)<br />

- Museums<br />

- Europa-Park<br />

- Average age: 14 - 15 years old<br />

- Courses: French and English


WEEKLY PROGRAMME (EXAMPLE)<br />

DAY MORN<strong>IN</strong>G AFTERNOON EVEN<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

Mon<br />

Tue<br />

Wed<br />

Thu<br />

Fri<br />

Sat<br />

Sun<br />

French/English<br />

French/English<br />

French/English<br />

French/English<br />

French/English<br />

Brunch<br />

Brunch<br />

Visit to Neuchâtel<br />

La Chaux-de-Fonds: Museum of Watch and Clock<br />

Making, shopping, underground mill, guided tour<br />

Water-skiing, kayaking, sailing, swimming pool<br />

Yverdon thermal baths, museum of vintage cars,<br />

water sports at Estavayer-le-Lac.<br />

Excursion to Chaumont, boat trip, sports, laser<br />

game, pedalo.<br />

Berne: guided tour, shopping, museum, swimming<br />

pool.<br />

Free<br />

Welcome evening<br />

Film evening<br />

Games evening, chocolate-tasting<br />

workshop<br />

Gala evening,<br />

Surprise!<br />

Disco<br />

Free


MONTREUX (14-18)<br />

Montreux – a city in possibly the most<br />

beautiful region of Switzerland, the<br />

“Riviera”. Well-known for its mild<br />

climate, the city is the home of 12 international<br />

schools.<br />

The famous “Quai des Fleurs”, with<br />

its cosy garden cafes and shopping<br />

possibilities, is an always-open<br />

invitation for a relaxing afternoon<br />

or evening near the lake. Enjoy the<br />

international atmosphere - particularly<br />

during the jazz festival with<br />

its countless street musicians. But<br />

Montreux has plenty to offer at all<br />

times of the year and is visited by<br />

thousands of tourists annually.<br />

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THE SCHOOL<br />

Our school in Montreux was renovated<br />

in 2004/07 and features high quality<br />

facilities.<br />

ACCOMMODATION<br />

Participants are accommodated in<br />

single or double standard or deluxe<br />

rooms. All rooms have a shower and<br />

toilet. The double standard room is<br />

included in the course fee, for single<br />

or deluxe rooms a surcharge applies<br />

(see price list).<br />

FACILITIES<br />

Modern Classrooms, Internet/<br />

Computer Room, Internet Café,<br />

Modern Lobby, Front Desk, “Lakeside<br />

Café” Buffet Cafeteria, “Coffee<br />

Beans” Coffee Shop, Panorama<br />

Garden and Terrace, Learning<br />

Lounge, Volley- and Basketball, Gym.<br />

<strong>SLC</strong> LEISURE MANAGERS<br />

The <strong>SLC</strong> leisure managers organise<br />

a wide range of leisure, social<br />

and sports activities in the evenings<br />

throughout the week.<br />

All activities offer students a great<br />

opportunity to enjoy a unique melting<br />

pot of cultures and make friends from<br />

all over the world.<br />

MONTREUX <strong>IN</strong> A FEW WORDS<br />

- Located on Lake Geneva<br />

- Shopping / Beach / Sports<br />

- City Tours<br />

- Discover <strong>Swiss</strong> Hospitality<br />

- Aquaparc<br />

- Average age: 16 years old<br />

- Courses: French and English


WEEKLY PROGRAMME (SAMPLE)<br />

DAY MORN<strong>IN</strong>G AFTERNOON EVEN<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

Mon<br />

Tue<br />

Wed<br />

Thu<br />

Fri<br />

Sat<br />

Sun<br />

French/English<br />

French/English<br />

French/English<br />

French/English<br />

French/English<br />

Brunch<br />

Brunch<br />

Montreux City Tour<br />

Vevey: Nestlé Museum,<br />

Shopping, Swimming<br />

Beach Volleyball, Swimming, Tennis,<br />

Horse Riding<br />

Le Bouveret: Aquaparc, Swimming, Big<br />

Banana, Windsurfing, Waterskiing<br />

Tennis, Basketball, Laser Game,<br />

Fun Planet, Go Karting, Bowling<br />

Excursion to Geneva<br />

Quiet day in Montreux / Extra Excursion<br />

Movie,<br />

Entertainment<br />

Games,<br />

Free time<br />

BBQ,<br />

Ping Pong Tournament<br />

Free time<br />

Entertainment<br />

Garden Party<br />

Free time


SHAWN M.<br />

It was great!<br />

The teachers are<br />

very helpful and<br />

understanding.<br />

There are plenty<br />

of cool activities to<br />

choose from.<br />

If I can I’ll<br />

surely be back!<br />

SOPHIA B.<br />

I loved the<br />

camp! I really<br />

improved my<br />

French skills.<br />

It was so nice<br />

to get to know<br />

so many people<br />

from different<br />

countries.<br />

ALIHAN A.<br />

I really made the<br />

best out of my<br />

stay. Improving<br />

my language<br />

skills in an<br />

international<br />

environment<br />

was a wonderful<br />

experience!<br />

<strong>SLC</strong>, SWISS <strong>LANGUAGE</strong> CLUB<br />

Av. des Alpes 27, CH–1820 Montreux, Switzerland<br />

Phone +41 21 963 65 00, Fax +41 21 963 85 45 , info@slc.ch, www.slc.ch<br />

MARV<strong>IN</strong> H.<br />

My 2 weeks were<br />

incredible. Lots<br />

of fun activities<br />

and time to hang<br />

out with my new<br />

friends. I would<br />

love to come<br />

back.<br />

KAE T.<br />

The view from<br />

the campus and<br />

the great scenery<br />

were incredible.<br />

My room was<br />

lovely. I had so<br />

much fun!<br />

DABORA S.<br />

I didn’t know<br />

anybody<br />

when I arrived<br />

but that was<br />

just the first day.<br />

Now I don’t want<br />

to leave anymore!

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