THE ECOLE WINTER CAMP
SKIVENTURE 2026
Session I: 18th of Jan - 31st of Jan 2026
Session II: 1st of Feb - 14th of Feb 2026
IMMERSE YOURSELF:
IN SKIING, GERMAN OR ENGLISH LANGUAGE & CULTURAL EXCURSIONS
The Ecole SkiVenture is the ultimate winter camp experience for kids aged 12–16. Set in the heart of the Swiss Alps, this dynamic program blends German or English language learning with thrilling ski and snow sports, all wrapped in a vibrant, international environment. Whether racing down the slopes, exploring local Swiss culture, or building confidence in a new language, every day at SkiVenture is packed with excitement, discovery, and unforgettable memories.
THE SKIVENTURE IN A NUTSHELL
Morning classes to learn and advance your German or English language skills
Afternoon skiing and snow sports
Cultural excursions on the weekends
Live in a Swiss Chalet-style campus
Meet new friends from all over the world
Explore the Swiss Alps
Discover, learn and grow
THIS IS YOUR WEEKLY SCHEDULE
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MONDAY TO FRIDAY
07:20-07:50: Breakfast
07:50-08:10: Tidy-up break
08:15-12.00: 3 x language classes
12:00-13.00: Lunch
13:30-17:30: Skiing or Snowboarding
18:30-19:00: Dinner
19:15-20:15: Learning Center
20:15-21:15: Silent hour
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WEEKENDS & IRREGULAR ACTIVITIES
Saturday is a cultural excursion day
Sunday is a full skiing and snow sports day
Singgemeinde (community singing)
Schulgemeinde (school assembly)
Andacht (presentation and/or discussion about a topic)
Volktanz (folksdance)
Stöckli disco night
Boarding family cooking evening
And more....
REQUEST A BROCHURE
A WELCOME MESSAGE FROM THE PROGRAM LEADER
I’m thrilled to invite you to the Ecole d’Humanité’s Winter Experience - two weeks of skiing, snowboarding, and language learning in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Alongside daily winter sports, students will build their confidence in English or German through immersive lessons and real-life conversation, all within a warm, international community. It’s a unique mix of adventure, culture, and connection, and we can’t wait to welcome you.
Warmly,
Tom Sampson
Program Leader
AN ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE
What is included?
Campus tour
Accommodation in a Swiss Chalet campus
Food
Weekdays 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekends 2 meals (Brunch & Dinner)
Language lessons 3x per day (Mon-Fri)
Language test TELC assessment with certificate
Snow sport lessons 5 afternoons (Mon-Fri)
Gondola pass / ski lift pass
Evening activities as per the Ecole schedule
Weekend activities
Saturdays - cultural excursion day
Sundays - full day of supervised skiing
Certificate of participation
Admissions assessment and interview if requested
Program fee (value CHF 1,800) waiver if accepted to an academic program at the Ecole d’Humanité before 15 th of April 2026)
Things you need to bring!
Skis or snowboard and sports gear
You can rent skis or snowboard here at an estimated cost of CHF 400
One-way airport pick-up from Zürich airport CHF 600 (If more participants share the same car the price can be split.)
Pocket money CHF 50 per week
Health/Accident insurance (can be ordered via the Ecole)
PROGRAM FEES FOR A 2-WEEK SKIVENTURE
CHF 7,500
EARLY-BIRD OFFER
CHF 1,500 PRICE REDUCTION
IF YOU HAVE PAID THE PROGRAM FEE IN FULL BEFORE 15TH OF OCTOBER 2025
HOW TO JOIN THE SKIVENTURE
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REQUIREMENTS
12-16 years
English or German A1-A2
Health/accident insurance (additional fee)
Visitors Visa (depending on passport)
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PROGRAM BENEFITS
Experience a Swiss boarding school
Enhance and develop your German or English language
Live in a pristine Swiss Chalet campus (twin rooms)
Enjoy our restaurant and meals every day
Meet new friends from all over the world
Skiing and snow sports
Part of our global alumni network
