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Summer Camps Activities
in Verbier, Switzerland
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Ropes course
Our campers will go with their summer camp counselors to the rope course. It’s always an exciting day. This summer camp activity is a high forest adventure of rope bridges, tarzan swings and zip-lines, all set high up in the tree tops. Summer campers will be fitted by professional experts with a climbing harness and supervised during the whole time of this summer camp activity. The ropes course offers different trails depending on our campers’ ability ensuring fun for everyone.
Rock climbing session
Professional summer camp mountain guides supervise this activity.
On the climbing wall at a natural rock, which has varying difficulty levels, our summer camp instructor ensures that all summer campers make good progress and gain confidence in the safest conditions. Summer campers will learn different skills and progress from one age group to another.
Ball Sports
We propose all kinds of different ball sports: Tennis, Golf, Mini golf, Football, Volleyball, Beach volleyball, Basketball (street ball), Table tennis, Squash, Badminton, Pétanque.
Mountain Hut
At the beginning of each summer camp session, campers are divided into age groups and taken to a mountain hut to spend an overnight in the heart of Swiss nature. There, they get to know the other campers that will share the summer camp with them and start forming the first friendships. Capture the flag, stargazing and campfire are all part of the experience.
International Day
At Les Elfes International summer camp, which welcomes campers from around the globe, there’s a strong emphasis on appreciating and acknowledging the diverse traditions and cultures of its attendees. This approach not only allows campers to honor their own backgrounds but also to share a bit of their home with everyone else. Each session features a special day where campers spend the morning creating a presentations about the country of their choice. This activity takes place during the language lesson and is supervised by the Verbier Language School’s teachers. The presentations cover various aspects such as culture, cuisine, traditions, and languages, providing a learning experience for all. The afternoon is filled with excitement as the Les Elfes campus is turned into an incredible inflatable fair, featuring numerous games and activities (including a giant Twister). The festivities conclude with a vibrant celebration similar to India’s Holi festival, where campers joyfully toss colored powders, enhancing the sense of unity and fun.
This day offers a unique chance for campers to showcase their heritage, practice public speaking, and savor dishes from different cultures.
Mountain biking
Mountain biking in the Alps and particularly Verbier’s mountain biking terrain provides campers with thrilling downhills and natural single tracks (for all levels). The downhill trail and the hundreds of kilometers of cross-country provide endless summer camp opportunities to explore some of the most spectacular scenery in the Alps. From challenging to leisurely, there’s plenty of mountain biking that is suitable for our summer campers who want to discover Verbier and its surrounding villages without having to furiously pedal uphill or kit up in full body armor. And don’t worry if you are a begginers, the Les Elfes Summer Camp staff will make sure to teach you how to bike and be safe before taking you on the mountain.
Lunch in private altitude restaurant
Les Elfes International Snow Camp is lucky to have a privatized high altitude restaurant only for its campers to enjoy. Located directly on top of the mountain at 2’200m altitude, our private mountain restaurant welcomes our students for warm lunches with unbeatable views on the village of Verbier and some of Switzerland’s famous mountains (Grand Combin, Dents du Midi). During winter camp and summer camp, our kitchen Chefs will prepare warm meals for our young guests that they will be able to enjoy without having to get back to the campus.
Hiking
Summer campers go on the marked trails with our trained counselors. In the Verbier area, 950 km of footpaths are waiting to take summer campers to the heart of nature. Each summer camp skill level is welcome to go hiking.
Summer campers will discover colorful and impressive landscapes, massive water dams, natural mountain lakes, wild forests, traditional villages and nature reserves. Exceptional view of the treasures of the Alps guaranteed! Maybe, visitors at the summer camp will even get a glimpse at Swiss wildlife, such as the marmot or the chamois, an excellent climber in high altitude.
2 Days Hiking Trip
During the first week of each summer camp session, all our summer campers will leave for a 2-day hiking trip and spend a night in the mountain. If you are not an avid hiker, don’t worry, Les Elfes International’s team will ensure to adapt the pace and difficulty to the abilities of the group. Discoverers and Explorers will sleep in traditional mountain huts while Pioneers will do summer camping in the wilderness. This is just a perfect way to discover the Swiss Alps and to enjoy stunning views and nature. During the evening, our young visitors at the summer camp enjoy a relaxing atmosphere around the campfire!
Evening activities
At Les Elfes International Snow Camp, the activities do not end after dinner! Our evening programmes are tailored to meet the requirements of our students. Our groups participate in an snow camp activities programme from 8pm until 9pm and our older groups from 8pm until 9:45pm, with bedtime at 10pm.
Evening Activities aim to help campers develop their teamwork, public speaking, leadership, and communication skills. Examples of activities include Torchlight walks, campfires and marshmallows, The Apprentice (or Shark Tank for Americans), blind tests and quizzes, casino nights, baking, ice skating, creating music videos, bowling, disco night, and much more. Every evening is different, ensuring a varied experience for our young campers.
Zip-line
A little closer to home, in Verbier itself, our highest mountain Mt Fort stands at 3330 m above sea level. Stunning views from the top looking over to the Matterhorn in Zermatt and Mont Blanc in Chamonix, campers of our Snow Camp this year will be able to do a zip line, not for the faint-hearted and ideal for those adrenaline seekers! The Zip-Line is one of the largest in Europe, and it speeds up to 100kmph, reached in no time at all.
Excursions
Once a week, our campers at Les Elfes International Snow Camp can choose from various exciting excursions to some of the area’s most renowned regions. This weekly activity allows youngsters to enhance their decision-making skills and gain independence.
Our excursion destinations include:
Our excursion destinations include:
Labyrinth
Discovery campers aged 6-10 can delight in the playful twists and turns of the labyrinth. With its engaging layout and interactive challenges, the labyrinth offers a thrilling experience that encourages problem-solving skills, teamwork, and imaginations. Supervised by our animators, children can explore this captivating maze with confidence, making memories that will last a lifetime
Language courses
To ensure we offer the best possible tuition for our winter snow camp students, we work in partnership with Verbier Language School to offer specialist teachers in each language for every course.
Students are grouped according to their language levels,, with a maximum class size of 8 students per teacher. Three types of courses, Conversational, Intensive, and Private, are available in French, English, Spanish, German, and Mandarin (Mandarin is only available in Summer).
Each of our courses during our summer and winter snow camp in Switzerland follows set criteria for levels of language proficiency, with detailed certificates and a portfolio of work which students may take away with them.
Conversational Language Course In A Swiss Winter Camp Setting
During winter camp, the course consists of 6 hours per week from 17:00 to 19:00 on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. During summer camp, languages are given in the morning and are typically taught over four days from 9:00 to 10:45
Intensive Language Course
For more in-depth learning, the intensive language course combines speaking with reading and writing. During winter snow camp, the intensive course consists of an additional 2 hours given on Fridays from 17:00 – 19:00. Summer camps’ intensive classes take place from 09:00 -12:00, totalling 12 hours per week. It is ideal for students studying for an exam or wishing to make quick, comprehensive progress in their languages in just one week.
Private Language Course
Our final course is for those students who wish to have one-on-one tuition. This can be added to one of our other courses or chosen alone to allow any number of weekly hours. The focus is flexible, and it is a great course for students with specific learning objectives.
Waterpark
Dive into endless fun in an aquatic paradise. With lots of slides, wave pools, and water play areas, the water parc activity promises non-stop excitement for children of all ages. Supervised by lifeguards and staff, kids can safely enjoy the thrilling water attractions
Swimming
An indoor and outdoor swimming pool with a big garden to relax is located next to the campus (2 minute walk) within the summer camp.
Each day, kids at the summer camp can choose to spend a few hours at the pool, with diving boards.It’s a great location to mingle with staff and friends and cool off in the afternoon heat. Surrounded by mountains and only 100 meters from the campus, kids can grab an ice cream, enjoy the view, learn some new skills and have fun. Swimming is also offered each time we head down to the lake. As safety remains our top priority, each camper will have their swimming capabilities tested before being able to enter the water slides or jumping in the water.
Lake activities
Water Skiing
So popular and a lot of fun, kids can water ski with our boat down in Bouveret, not the easiest of summer camp sports but really exciting. Even if it’s the first time, or you are a pro all are welcome to try and give it a go.
Wakeboard
So many of our international summer camp staff are snowboard instructors, and wakeboarding is as popular with these guys as with the kids. Wakeboarding is indeed a challenge, but once you have the hang of it can provide hours of summer camp fun, even though afterwards your arms can be a little sore!
Tubing
Certainly the most adrenaline-filled summer camp activity on the lake, the kids are pulled at high speed behind our speed boat whilst sat in their tubes (think inflatable doughnut) two at a time, once the tube zips over the wake of the boat, the tubes are thrown into the air usually resulting in a very wet happy summer camper! Not to be missed.
Tag rugby
Experience the fast-paced sport of tag rugby. With its non-contact nature and emphasis on teamwork and strategy, tag rugby offers an exciting avenue for children to develop their athletic skills while having fun. Campers can learn the fundamentals of the game, build confidence, and foster camaraderie with their peers in a supportive and inclusive environment
Trampoline
Bounce into excitement at the trampoline park, an adrenaline-packed playground perfect for kids & teens. With its array of interconnected trampolines, foam pits, and obstacle courses, the trampoline park offers endless opportunities for high-flying fun and energetic play.
Banana boat
With up to 8 summer camp kids on the large bananas, the drivers do their best to give the kids an ascetic experience on the lake, and make sure the kids fall into the lake of course! Kids at the summer camp will get many goes at this and it’s always a challenge getting them off!
All our water sports are so popular, and our philosophy at the international summer camp as with all our activities is for everyone to take part. We understand that not all the kids are expert swimmers and may even be a little nervous around the water, our dedicated team of summer camp staff are on hand to teach and make sure everyone has a safe, enjoyable experience.
Zoo Visit
The Zoo is always an enchanting destination for our youngest campers. From adorable lemurs to majestic snow leopards, the Zoo offers a fascinating glimpse into the diversity of wildlife.
Optional activities
Tennis
Practice, private summer camp lessons and tournaments on the tennis courts directly next to our campus (2 minutes walk).
Kids at the summer camp can book additional private lessons on top of the basic sports program. Please contact us for extra tennis lessons.
Golf
Kids at the summer camp play on an 18 hole course at an altitude of 1500m with stunning 306-degree views of the mountains. There is also a private practice area, driving range and an approach (pitch & putt) golf course. Our professional golf instructors will coach players of all levels during our sports day or during private lessons.
Horseback riding
Summer camp goers ride with a professional instructor. They are taught how to prepare a horse before they ride, the proper positioning on a horse, how to walk, trot and gallop. Kids at the summer camp will be instructed to wear shoes with a heel and long pants while riding.
Paragliding
During Les Elfes International Snow Camp, why not try the experience of a paragliding flight over the Bagnes Valley?
It is suitable for children of all ages, from 6 to 17. During the about 40-minute flight, the students will fly over the Bagnes Valley, passing from 2200 m to 800 m.
Workshops
The summer camp workshop is a great way for students to develop or learn camp skills and talents they already have or wish to unlock. Once per session, campers at the summer camp will be learning from leading professionals. In Verbier, we have a fantastic stimulating summer camp setting and backdrop for any young budding artist, future business people, or aspiring athletes; our workshops will nurture the creativity and skills of our young rising campers
Photography
Our Photography Workshop course offers a dynamic exploration of photography basics and creative practical expressions for kids. In just a few hours, your child(ren) will learn essential camera skills on their mobile, including composition techniques and working with light, in a fun and enjoyable environment. They’ll have the opportunity to practice capturing various subjects, from portraits to landscapes, and even tell stories through their images. With hands-on activities and a friendly contest to showcase their talent, this course promises to engage your child(ren)’s imagination and foster their artistic growth while providing applied skills for everyday life
Robotics
This program offers beginner through advanced participants robotics experiences. Groups of 2-4 students will collaborate on the creation, construction, and programming of a robot aimed at maximizing their score in the current game. To conquer the challenge, they’ll need to craft an optimal strategy and robot design.
First aid course (14-17 years old)
Campers spend a day with a professional First Aider. By the end of the course, the students are able to understand the key aspects of first aid and have the key information needed to recognize and treat an injury confidently.
From resuscitation to choking, spinal injuries or wounds, a range of scenarios will be carried out. Upon completion, all our first aiders will receive a certificate from World Class Training a recognized member of the Association of First Aiders. During the second part of the day, campers will take part and enjoy some high-intensity cardio/TRX/spin sessions with music to match. Also included, a high altitude hike incorporating yoga, a hike through Switzerland’s infamous Vitaparcours and sessions orientated towards, body strength, bodyweight circuits and active recovery stretch sessions.
Cooking/Arts/Theatre (6 – 14 years old)
We have established close links to local chefs and artists who are outstanding in their fields and who will provide a fun atmosphere with great results. Students will learn how to develop a summer camp menu and prepare food cleanly, they will understand script writing and direction and will experience small scale sculpting techniques, painting, drawing, outdoor arts and canvas painting.
Leadership Training Program (12-17 years old):
The aim of the course is to teach campers how to become leaders, how to lead a group of people efficiently and constructively. Teens will learn how to: set goals, identify the strengths and weaknesses of the group, adopt a positive attitude in order to motivate others to improve, share their knowledge and make their team independent. This course is tailored to teach learners time management skills, and enrich them with essential strategies to manage themselves and others beyond the winning margin.
Students can put what they have learned into practice in everyday life, with friends, family and classmates. In addition, they can use what they learn in sport and at school.
The program comprises a 2 to 3-hour support session structured to tackle various matters such as team-building, communication skills, and stress & time management. Resources for these programs comprise puzzles and games. These are specially designed to eliminate the idea of single learning.
Etiquette and table manners (from 6 years old)
Students learn and practice some customs of etiquette such as: sitting properly and using good table manners, setting on a table, interacting with waiters. Although many of us take these topics for granted, they are of primary importance in education.
Students will learn proper table manners, manners at home, manners when out and manners in everyday life. They will learn honesty and integrity through role-playing and exercises. Our campers will learn the value of proper behavior, self-respect, and self-confidence. All while having fun. Refreshing the rules of manners and decorum in today’s world is becoming increasingly important. Pupils will learn the value of proper behavior, the power of pleasing and thanking, public manners, eye contact and much more. With our fun interactive lessons, students create scenarios through role-playing.
About Verbier
Verbier, the original home of Les Elfes, is situated in the French speaking part of Switzerland and only two hours away from Geneva. Verbier’s stunning location on a south facing plateau guarantees an exceptionally sunny climate in both summer and winter.
In addition to the breathtaking panoramic views, Verbier is one of the most famous resorts in Europe and offers a variety of sport and leisure activities all year round in a cosmopolitan and relaxed atmosphere.
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Our two purpose built wood and stone chalets follow the Swiss Alpine tradition and offer charm and comfort to our guests. Both chalets are situated in green, peaceful nature surroundings.
Our staff
Each Camp is supervised by a Resort Manager and an Activities Manager. Les Elfes runs the camps with all appropriate staff, including animators, kitchen staff, nurse, night guard, cleaning team, private drivers,…
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