Xplore / Homestay Camp (Asheville, Colorado, Washington)

American summer language activity camps are perfect for students of diferent ages who wants to experience living with a local host family. The students can pick up from 3 locations : Asheville, North Carolina, Washington and Colorado.

Why with us

• Xplore language courses, located in England, Germany and USA, are the perfect place for 6 to 17 year olds to independently experience a new country, meet new people and make new friends with other children and teenagers from around the world.
• Combine English course with your passion like football, rugby, horse riding or LEGO to join ENGLISH PLUS FOOTBALL CAMP, ENGLISH PLUS HORSE RIDING CAMP, ENGLISH PLUS LEGO ROBOTICS, ENGLISH PLUS RUGBY CAMP and ENGLISH PLUS ROBOTICS PROGRAMMING CAMP

Courses

English

English Plus + Leadership

- these courses are held at an all-American YCMA summer camp, and invites students aged between 14 and 17 to join native American teens to become future leaders by developing key skills needed to lead successfully - students, depending on their age can choose to attend either 2 weeks ‘Leaders In Training’ (LIT) camp or 3 weeks ‘Counsellor in Training’ (CIT) camp in addition to their homestay programme with a local host family

English Plus + Golf

- the course consists of 16 hours of coaching sessions over the four weeks, which are scheduled into 8 x 2-hour sessions during the 4-week homestay programme - A PGA qualifed coach will begin the course with an introduction to the sport, with learning about the correct golf etiquette, behaviour and safety - introducing to the golf ‘set up’, including hand grip, posture, ball position and alignment as well as swing technique

English Plus + Tennis

- this course is perfect for students who want to spend their summer in Asheville learning and improving their tennis skills - students will play alongside American players, under the coaching of a professional tennis coach. During the 3 or 4-week homestay programme, USPTA coach will test the skills of the students, firstly by feeding balls, progressing to live ball games and match style play.

Accommodation

Homestay Camp (Asheville) Students are welcomed into the home of a friendly local host family; whose own children also attend camp for an authentic experience. During the week, students participate in English classes, local fun and educational activities, plus full day trips to leisure highlights in the area, including theme parks and white-water rafting. Homestay Immersion (Colorado / North Carolina / Washington) During this programme, students are entirely integrated in the day-to-day life of a local host family, who have been chosen specifcally for their desire to host an international student for the summer. Through intensive involvement and interaction, students are given a unique opportunity to practice and improve their English as well as experiencing real-life American living. Homestay Immersion + Camp (Colorado) In addition to spending 1-3 weeks of living with a local host family, students then have the opportunity to join an authentic American summer camp with other American teens. Students can choose between attending ‘traditional camp’ participating in typical summer camp activities from sports, climbing, hiking, crafts and more or choose to take part in a specialist ‘Leadership’ or ‘Counsellor in Training’ course. These specialised camps ofer students a powerful development programme, learning and building skills to become an exceptional leader.

Teaching and Lessons

- Xplore English language courses are accredited by ABLS and taught using Anglia Examinations - Teachers focus on improving language skills through cultural integration & promoting global independence and to maximise students’ English language skills by encouraging communication in a social and fun environment as well as through engaging ESL lessons. - Xplore language camps give students the independence to explore a new country and make memories with new friends by themselves, whilst being in a safe and secure environment. - Meeting other nationalities can help students to develop respect, understanding and appreciation for different cultures, the programmes encourage interaction between different nationalities and cultures on campus or in the family home.

Activities

• White Water Rafting, Carowinds Theme Park, Tubing & Picnic