French Language Camp in France

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Learn French at CAP D'AIL (Cote d'Azur)

Cap d' Ail is a very small picturesque village in the Cote d'Azur, approximately 2 kms from Monaco and 20 minutes by local train to Nice. This area enjoys a fine climate, abundant vegetation, and a splendid geographical position.

French Language Camp for Teenagers at Centre Mediterraneen (CMEF)

Facilities

The classrooms, library and sitting rooms are available to the students at all hours.

General French Program Information -  Ages 13 to 17

The Centre welcomes teenagers (age 13 to 17) of all nationalities and combines study with sports and cultural activities. The staff consisting of administrative and cultural directors, youth leaders and teachers keep the program running smoothly.

The youth leaders live at the center with the students and help solve any problems they may have in adapting to life at the center while conscientiously overseeing all activities. Students are supervised 24 hours a day.

A health assistant is available at the center around the clock.

The French language teachers are university graduates, specializing in the teaching of French as a foreign language. Competent and dynamic, they endeavor to ensure that French is the language spoken and encourage the students to use their French language skills at all times.

2012 French Language Programs for students ages 13 to 17:

(All programs: Please add USD 100.00 Lingua Service Worldwide Application fee. See Application Procedures.)

PRICES 2012  -  JUNIOR CLASSIC French Program:     2 weeks: USD 2,290;    3 weeks: USD 3,140;    4 weeks: USD 3,980.     

Program includes:

• Group 15-- 15 French lessons per week. Language Lab available in the afternoons.

• Accommodations - Students stay in a newly built residence on the premises.  3 to 5 students to a room, all en-suite (each room has it's own bathroom).  

• Meals - Full board ( 3 meals a day). Meals are taken in a self-service restaurant.
• Activity Program - Sports, cultural events and excursions arranged on a regular basis: One weekly excursion is included in the program. Crafts and recreational workshops are held in the afternoons and evenings: tie dye, weaving, masks, theater, games, drama, debates, films, concerts and table-tennis tournaments. Sports competitions are also organized. Beach outings for swimming and sports are organized almost daily.
• Transfers : Airport / Train Station meet and greet services and round-trip transportation to the Center (only on program starting and end dates, at other times extra charges will apply!).
• Laundry: once a week.

Important Notes:

- A 50 Euro key deposit will be required upon check-in.  The deposit will be returned at the end of the program upon return of the room key.
- Pocket money for personal expenses is not included.

The compulsory French courses are 3 hours a day, from Monday to Friday. Students may choose to participate in various pedagogical activities, which are optional and free of charge, or work in the laboratory. The classes and other academic and cultural activities are designed to facilitate systematic use of the language, comprehension of everyday French life, a tangible approach to contemporary civilization, and active acquaintance with the local area.

The laboratory and library are open from 2 to 7 p.m. and offer the student the possibility of working individually to perfect his/her knowledge of the French language. A computer program is available to help to improve comprehension, spelling, vocabulary and grammar. Grammar books, novels, comics, cassettes and general information about France and the region are available in the library. A teacher is always present to welcome and advise students.

STARTING DATES 2012 - JUNIOR CLASSIC French Program

All sessions start on a Sunday and end on a Saturday.  Last day of program is 18 August 2012.

2, 3 or 4 week sessions:         17 June,  24 June,  1 July,  8 July,  15 July  or  22 July.      

2 or 3 week sessions only:    29 July

2 week session only:              5 August

ADDITIONAL PROGRAM OPTIONS:  The following additional options are available to those students that want to complement the Junior Classic program with a Sports Option or an Intensive French Option (additional academic content).  Prices listed are in addition to the Junior Classic prices listed above. Minimum enrollment: 1 week.

INTENSIVE FRENCH OPTION:   This option provides additional French lessons in the afternoon to those students that want a more intensive language learning experience.  Two additional 3 hours of lessons are offered in the afternoons ( 3 hrs on Tuesday and 3 hrs on Thursday).  Minimum enrollment: 1 week.  Price 2012:  USD 147.00 per week.   Dates:  same as Junior Classic (see above).

ADVENTURE SPORTS OPTION:   This option provides participants with the opportunity to practice adventure sports (climbing, diving, canyon hiking, and canopy high wire).  Option takes place in the afternoons on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for at least 2 hours each day.  Minimum enrollment: 1 week.   (Important note: a medical authorization form signed by a doctor stating that student is able to perform strenuous sports is required).
Price 2012:  USD 295.00 per week.    Dates 2012:  24 June,  1 July,  8 July,  15 July,  22 July, 29 July (1, 2 or 3 weeks only), 5 August (1 or 2 weeks only)  or 12 August (1 week only). 

NOTE: The following options (Tennis and Sailing) have not yet been confirmed for the 2012 session. As soon as they are confirmed we will update the information.

TENNIS:  The Tennis Program takes place at the Cap d'Ail Tennis Club, by the beach, very close to Monaco (clay courts), and is conducted under the supervision of European professional players (trainers are subject to change without notice!). 8 hours per week: 4 sessions of 2 hours a week (except Wednesdays). Please add the following amounts to the JUNIOR CLASSIC prices for the Tennis option:   Price per week:  TBA   

Important Notes:  Tennis option is only available from 26 June to 13 August 2011, classes are held during the week in the afternoon on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

SAILING:  will also be offered during 2011.  4 sessions of 2 hrs. a week.  Please add the following amounts to the JUNIOR CLASSIC prices for the Sailing option:   Price per week:   TBA.

Important Notes: Sailing option is only available from: 26 June to 13 August 2011, classes are held during the week in the afternoon on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

MEETING AND TRANSFER SERVICE:   (This service is included in the program price!)

On the first and last day of each course the center organizes a meeting and a transfer service for groups and individuals. Students can be met at the NICE AIRPORT. A guide from the Centre Mediterraneen will be at the arrival point, just beyond the customs area. He will display a card: "Centre Mediterraneen, Cap-d'Ail." Students will be driven (or taken by taxi) to Cap-d'Ail which is 20 km from the Nice Airport. Students can also be met at the railway station in MONACO. To make use of these meeting points, please supply all details about the train (arrival time, departure time, town of departure, train number). The guide will have a "Centre Mediterraneen, Cap-d'Ail" sign, and will wait at the end of the appropriate platform. In case a student does not make immediate contact with the guide, he or she should wait at the end of the arrival platform and not leave there. This is most important given the vast number of passengers who pass through Monaco station in July and August. Students will be driven to Cap-d'Ail (2 km from Monaco).  

On the return journey students will be escorted by a guide from the Centre Mediterraneen. By plane: The guide will accompany students to the airport, see them checked in correctly and stay with them until they enter the departure lounge. By train: The guide will accompany students to the station and ensure that the students are on the right train.

EXAMPLE OF WEEKLY PROGRAM

(Program may differ each week, to be used as a sample only!)

	Morning: 8h45-12h15	Afternoon: 14h00-18h00 (according to choice)	Evening: 20h30-23h30 (according to choice)
Sunday
	WELCOME: All day long At Nice airport. At Monaco railway station. Or at the Centre.	15h00: Mala's beach	19h00: Meeting at the big terrace. Presentation and barbecue. Crêpes and Disco.
Monday
	French evaluation test (Written and oral) At the amphitheatre. Or courses	Villefranche : Beach and old town tour Plage Marquet : Beach volley or Kayak, sunbathing 18h30: Get your pocket money	Post card workshops Volley Ball tournament Cooking: Croque Monsieur
Tuesday
	Courses 08h45 – 10h15 : General French 10h45 – 12h15 : Creative expression workshops	Nice: Modern Art Museum and shopping Monaco : Harbour's swimming-pool	Cocteau's painting workshops Badminton tournament Cooking: Pizza
Wednesday
	Courses	Menton : Old town and beach Marquet's Beach: Tennis or Catamaran swimming 18h30: Get your pocket money	Monaco “by night” Fireworks
Thursday
	Courses	Monaco « Larvotto's Beach »: Snorkelling Monaco « Le Rocher »: the Palace, the Cathedral and the Oceanographical Museum	Initiation at the "local folk dance" Basket tournament Cooking: fruits salad
Friday
	Courses Certificates delivery at the amphitheatre	Monaco: Buoy tour and swimming Eze: Visit of the village and of the Fragonard's perfume factory 18h30: Get your pocket money	International party "Gaufres" and music
Saturday
	Daily excursion 09h00-18h00 Antibes: Old town and Picasso's Museum Juan Les Pins: beach		Cinema French movies on big screen Chess tournament

IMPORTANT NOTE: Prices are subject to change due to fluctuating foreign currency rates.

What former students have said about this program:

"I had a blast! I loved every counselor and the kids were great. The activities were fun (loved the disco and the night activities!). The whole atmosphere was so rich and full of excitement. I met my best friends here!!!  -   Mackenzie M - 16 years old.

"One of the funnest (sic)  experiences in my life".   "So much happened I couldn't begin to place it into one paragraph!" - Jake S. - 14 years old.

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