France Langue Biarritz Junior – French & Surf

Age Group: 13-14/ 15-17 years
Lessons per week: 20 General French + 4 sessions of 1h30 of surf activities
Level: A1 - C2
Duration: Residence camp 2 weeks/ Homestay camp 1 week+
Starting Dates 2024: Homestay camp: June 24 - August 17/ Residence camp: July 01/ July 15
Residence (13-14)/ homestay (15-17) accommodation with full board

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France Langue is a French-language school that was established 42 years ago. Now it is a network of language centres located in 7 cities: Paris, Nice, Bordeaux, Biarritz, Chamonix, Lyon and Martinique. The schools are distinguished by a high level of academic standards and excellent service. Qualified teachers with significant experience designed a wide range of training programmes based on each student’s approach. Advanced equipment, the latest technologies, and effective teaching methods create a comfortable learning environment where everyone can get rapid results and develop their skills.
France Langue’s primary aim is to open the French-language world and show the majestic beauty and vibes of French culture.


LOCATION


Our language centres are located in France’s most attractive cities: Paris, Nice, Bordeaux, Biarritz, Chamonix, Lyon and Martinique.
Biarritz is a French seaside resort that stands on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. Our summer camp is located on the Pignada estate grounds, in the wooden bungalows of the residence. High School programmes take place in Bayonne – a historical and fortified town located 10 minutes away from Biarritz and Spain’s 30 minutes.


MAJOR SIGHTS NEARBY


Biarritz is the Surf capital of France. The picturesque Ocean, great waves, azure beaches and the pleasant climate attract many surfers every year. You can learn French and practise your surfing skills on the Côte des Basques, Biarritz’s most beautiful beach in our school.
Biarritz is famous for its cultural life. Ongoing festivals, fashion shows, concerts and premieres are held there.
There are many famous places in Biarritz, such as the Museum of History, the Marine Museum, “The Planet Chocolate” Museum and the Orthodox Christian Church of Intercession.


AVAILABLE SOCIAL AND CULTURAL PROGRAMMES


Our diverse cultural programmes allow students to have fun and learn the French language outside the classroom. You will practice French in a playful and relaxed atmosphere. You can choose from many entertainment activities taking place in our school several times a week. Typical leisure activities include:

  • Cinema and theatre visits
  • Tours of the city
  • Visits to museums and art galleries
  • Visits to historical places
  • Sport and beach activities: football, beach volleyball
  • Quizzes
  • Photo contests
  • Treasure hunts
  • Evening activities: board games, karaoke, outdoor movies, musical quizzes, inter-house competitions

ACCOMMODATION


Junior programmes – Residential accommodation
France Langue offers students aged 13-14 years old full-board accommodation at the Student residence Domaine Pignada Residence, ideally located between the historical centre of Bayonne and the Grande Plage of Biarritz. The residence consists of 100 rooms, 4 hectares of greenery, two restaurants, and sports equipment: mini-golf, swimming pool, pelota wall, gymnasium, soccer and rugby fields.

  • Age: 13-14
  • Board: full-board
  • On-campus
  • Room type: Standard rooms for 2 to 8 people
  • Shared bathroom
  • Laundery weekly

Junior programmes – Homestay accommodation
France Langue offers students aged 15-17 years old host family full-board accommodation in twin rooms. Staying with a host family is an amazing intercultural experience. You will share unforgettable moments of daily life with your family, practising your French in natural situations. Breakfasts and dinners will be held with the host families, packed lunches will be supplied for outdoor lunches.

  • Age: 15-17
  • Board: full-board
  • 30 minutes by public transport
  • Room type: Twin bedroom
  • Shared bathroom
Facilities:
  • Well-equipped classrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Group of 8-14 students
  • Relaxing area
  • Sports equipment within walking distance
Included:
  • 20 General French lessons per week
  • Multi-activity sessions
  • 4 surf sessions per week
  • Full board
  • Residential accommodation in a 24-hour supervised camp or homestay
  • A swim test is arranged at the beginning of the course
  • Social activities, sports, evening activities and excursions discovering the French Riviera
  • Return transfers
  • All French levels and all surf levels are accepted
  • End-of-course certificate
  • Placement test
  • Course materials
  • Registration fee
Location