Lenguaventura Camps Tarifa, Spain

Prepayment A down payment of €650 is payable within seven (7) days of the written confirmation being sent to the parents/legal guardians. The remaining balance must be paid no later than one (1) month prior to the camp start date, based on the course start date selected at the time of enrollment. Cancellation by the Participant In the event of cancellation by the participant, the following fees shall apply: Thirty (30) calendar days or more prior to the course start date: €325 will be retained by the organizer as compensation for administrative and organizational costs. Between twenty-nine (29) and sixteen (16) calendar days prior to the course start date: €650 will be retained by the organizer. Fifteen (15) calendar days or fewer prior to the course start date: 100% of the total amount paid will be retained, as all course-related costs will have been incurred and the reserved place cannot be reassigned. Non-Arrival Failure of the participant to arrive at the agreed destination on the scheduled arrival date (normally the airport) shall be deemed a cancellation without notice, and the cancellation conditions outlined above shall apply in full.

For minor health issues or injuries, first aid kits are available on site, and a trained group leader is always present to provide initial assistance. A public health center is located close to the accommodation for emergency situations, and larger hospitals are within approximately 20 km driving distance. In addition, Lenguaventura maintains contact with a private doctor who can provide prompt medical assistance if required. Further details regarding medical treatment and insurance coverage are available on our website under “General Conditions,” paragraph eight.

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The camp is led by one Camp Director, supported by a team of experienced counsellors who have worked with Lenguaventura for several years. All counsellors are at least 24 years old when they start to work with Lenguaventura.

Counsellors are accommodated in the school residence on the same floors as the participants, ensuring close and continuous supervision. During night-time hours, one staff member is on duty.

Most group leaders work during the school year as teachers, educators, or psychologists, and therefore have extensive experience working with teenagers.

Language classes are taught by native-speaking teachers. One or two teachers also stay overnight at the residence, reinforcing supervision and contributing to an improved adult-to-student ratio.

Group leaders are recruited based on the “Monitor de Tiempo Libre” qualification and several years of experience in residential youth camps.

In addition to formal qualifications, personal suitability is considered essential. Staff members are selected for their sense of responsibility, patience, empathy, and positive attitude, as well as their ability to manage group dynamics effectively when working with teenagers.

As a bilingual camp, it is required that part of the staff has a good working knowledge of English. The team is composed of group leaders who communicate with participants in Spanish or English, or both languages, supporting an international camp environment.

All outdoor and sports activities are delivered by qualified professionals with relevant expertise. Group leaders accompany participants during activities and excursions and are responsible for the organization and supervision of evening and social activities, which require planning skills and the ability to engage and motivate young people appropriately.

Yes, this is compulsory in Spain.

All staff members participate in pre-camp training, delivered through online sessions led by a senior staff member who has worked with Lenguaventura for over 15 years, supported by the Camp Director.

In addition, counsellors receive written operational guidelines prior to arrival, which they are expected to review before the start of the camp. All staff arrive before the campers, allowing time for on-site briefings, team coordination, and direct instruction, particularly for new counsellors.

The camp benefits from a high level of staff continuity, with many group leaders returning for multiple seasons. This ensures familiarity with Lenguaventura’s procedures and standards. Furthermore, as group leaders are recruited from the age of 24 and above, most bring prior experience from other residential camps. While each camp setting is different, core supervisory responsibilities are comparable, contributing to a reliable and experienced team.

Lenguaventura promotes an inclusive and respectful camp environment in which individual differences are valued. Diversity in personality, cultural background, and personal expression is welcomed, provided that mutual respect and shared human values are upheld.

Staff members are trained to foster mutual respect, inclusion, and positive social interaction, and to address inappropriate behavior promptly. The camp’s leadership and returning staff have extensive international experience, supporting the effective integration of participants from diverse backgrounds and creating a welcoming atmosphere for all teenagers.

Lenguaventura is rooted in southern Spanish culture and maintains an open approach free from prejudice, ensuring that all participants feel safe, respected, and included throughout their stay.

Lenguaventura has a clear Code of Conduct that outlines behavioral expectations, safety rules, and mutual respect standards for all participants. This document is provided to parents and guardians upon enrollment and can also be made available prior to enrollment upon request.

The Code of Conduct applies to all camp activities and is supported by established supervision and safety procedures to ensure a safe, respectful, and well-structured camp environment.

Lenguaventura follows a balanced mobile phone policy. The camp is not anti-phone, but encourages a pro-life, pro-presence approach, promoting real social interaction and engagement in camp life.

Participants are allowed to keep their mobile phones during certain hours of the day; however, phones are placed in a secure “black box” during meals, language lessons, water sports activities, and evening activities.

During free time, students are encouraged to limit phone use and to engage in shared activities, such as playing sports, games, reading, or spending time in group conversations, to encourage meaningful peer engagement and contribute to a positive and happy camp environment focused on new friendships and togetherness.

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