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VEJLE SPORTS ACADEMY

Welcome to Vejle Sports AcademyPersonal development and social lifeWe believe that sports can be a part of your personal development. To us, sports is also one of the best ways of spending time together, and it is an icebreaker when getting to know people.

Sport takes up much of the lessons, but discussions, crea-tivity and general knowledge subjects are also an important part of the curriculum. And after hours we get together for many social activities.

Danish Sports AcademyVejle Sports Academy is a Danish Folk High School.We offer non-formal education as a boardingschool where you sleep, eat, study and spend your sparetime at the school with the rest of the 115 school students.

The length of a typical stay is 4 months. About 1/5 of the school students come from othercountries than Denmark.

Prepare for challenges, sweat, teamwork, social activityand an experience for life. We look forward to seeing you!

What’s it about?

Our former internation

a l students

emphasize that you:

• Improve your language

skills

• Work on your competenc

ies

• Clarify your wishes for t

he future

• Get interesting lecture

s and classes

• Make friends of a lifeti

me

• Build up your shape

• Learn about Danish soc

iety and culture

• Can become a sports ins

tructor

• Develop personal and

social skills

• Reload your batteries fo

r further education

• Face exciting challen

ges of a life time

And a lot more ...

Ole Damgaard, Headmaster

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Combine your subjectsCourse startIf you don’t speak Danish, you can sign up for two courses per year:

• August – December (19 weeks) • January – June (24 weeks)

It is also possible for international students to stay the whole year.

If you speak a bit Danish it is possible for you to sign up for shorter courses from October – March (18 weeks) or March – June (16 weeks)

Combine your subjectsYou put together your own timetable according to your interests. We offer more than 20 sports subjects.

For each course you choose:

• Up to 4 different sports subjects • Two competency subjects • Two inspiration subjects

On the following pages you can read more about the subjects and which periods they are offered.

The sports subjects are about the joy of sports with challenges for both beginners and advanced athletes. For the most part you will practise sports, but there will also be some theoretical classes and the opportunity to take instructor’s courses.

The competency subjects are active subjects, but also contain theory. You will obtain competencies – either for your future work life, your studies or personal competencies for life in general.

The inspiration subjects will provide you with the opportunity to discover and practise an extra interest or skill.

Your timetable will also hold activities and subjects that are common for a Danish Folk High School. E.g. morning assemblies, lectures, classes and discussions that will inspire you with new inputs. The classes form as a variety of teacher presentations, group work, practical exercises, and discussions on a wide range of topics in a mixture of philosophy, psychology, social studies and natural science. The students are challenged on their personal stance.

Oftentimes we invite guest speakers for our lectures. Politicians, sports personalities, journalists, writers, and public debaters are examples of guest lecturers.

At Vejle Sports Academy you can put together your stay according to your dreams and your calendar. You can pick and choose your favourite subjects.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

7.20 - 7.55 Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast

8.00 - 8.30 Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

8.30 - 10.00

Team meetingFolk high school

subject

SPORTS BLOCK 2

Competency

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folk high school

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10.30 - 12.00SPORTS BLOCK 1

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cleaning

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Folk high school

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12.30 - 13.00 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch

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subject

SPORTS BLOCK 2

Competency

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SPORTS BLOCK 2

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15.35 - 16.15Inspiration

subject

Individualtraining/studies

Individualtraining/studies

Weekend meeting

17.30 Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner Dinner

19.00 -Lecture

Social activity

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A stay at Vejle Sports Academy will leave a mark for the rest of your life. On the opposite side you can read more about the experiences of our former international students.

Language skills“The best thing about being at Vejle Sports Academy is that you get a lot of new friends and that you learn about the culture in Denmark. It is also a really good chance to learn

English and get better at speaking the language. I like the fact that you don’t have to choose just one kind of sports, but you get to try out a lot of different sports. When I first came here I was very surprised about all the great facilities. I liked the school so much that after I went home I decided to come back for another stay.”

Balazs Jablonkaí, Hungary

Active life“I came to Vejle Idrætshøjskole to get better at sports and to improve my language skills. It was a good choice, because I really like being here. I can do all the sports that I want in the classes or in my spare time and both students and teachers are very easy to talk to and extremely kind to each other. The teachers

are really open – also outside of the classes and if there is a problem of any kind, they are willing to help. If I have felt a bit homesick sometimes, then my roommates have been so kind. There are other international students at the school, so people understand that you can’t speak Danish. Usually you will get a translation, but otherwise you can just ask and people will help you.”

Anna Sofia Rosdahl, Iceland

Social life”One of the best things about the school is the social atmosphere. It is kind of like a big family. Everyone is very friendly and helpful to each other. The school organizes many social activities all the time and because of that people get to know each other better. You also socialize with the teachers. At this school there are not the same boundaries between student and teacher as I have experienced at home.”

Alicja Guzik, Poland

Culture & music”I’ve always been intere-sted in knowing a culture completely different from mine. And at Vejle Idrætshøjskole I could practice activities that I enjoy doing. I could combine the interaction and knowledge of another culture. And even more – perform the activities of which are my biggest passions. Sport and also music. Arguably the structure of the school is ideal for the practice of sports. Also with a team of teachers who are very attentive and respectful.”

Tadeu Guedes Moreira, Brazil

Personal development”I really like being at Vejle Idrætshøjskole. When I finished my education I needed a break from work and wanted to do sports, music and other things that I like. Also, the best thing about being here is all the friends you get, when you are here. When you are not in class, you hang out with friends and have access to gyms and all the other facilities, so that you can be active whenever you want to. I have learned to carry out big projects and build up activities from the bottom. Personally, I have also developed. E.g. I am much better now at talking to people I don’t know.”

Inunnguaq Lange, Greenland

Memories for life“I decided to go to Vejle Sports School, because I wanted to take a break after my studies and improve in sports as well. I already knew about this kind

of school from my friend, who really recommended me to go there. I would like to thank all of the teachers for their perfect classes.Almost five months in VIH was a great experience in my life. I got to know new people, a different country, lifestyle and another kind of education, which does not occur in Czech Republic. I consider my stay in VIH a very beautiful part of my life, which I spent with nice people and lot of sports.”

Petra Hoferova, Czech Republic

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Indoor climbing

Tree climbing

Swimming poolFitness room

Beachvolley and –handball

Lecture hall (the Globe)

Gym

Dance gymBonfire

Fjord (1,5 km)

SPORTS BLOCK 1Each subject is taught 6 lessons a week with challenges for both beginners and advanced athletes. Read more about the subjects and which periods they are offered.

1 HandballHandball is characterized by team spirit, fight, discipline and psychology. With your level as a starting point we will focus on developing your individual skills as a player. Trough training and match we will challenge your mental, physical, technical and tactical abilities.

2 BasketballOn a global scale basketball is the second largest branch of sports. You can enjoy this game at VIH. Our instruction includes technical and tactical training along with lots of relevant exercises. American and Danish basketball profiles from the Danish league will pay us a visit. We will play games against other schools, watch NBA-games on TV and go see live games from the Danish league. 3 FootballOur focus is to gain insight into different methods of training - including technical, tactical and physical training. Inspired by popular international football teams we also try out different game plans. From October to April it is possible to obtain the official Danish B1 instructor’s certificate. 4 Fitness 360°Fitness 360 contains all elements of the fitness world. From strength training to different types of group training like pilates, larges gym balls, redondo balls and lots more. At VIH we focus on functional training. We believe that muscle training is more than just strength – it is also functionality, balance, and stability training. Therefore we prefer exercises with great practical value – that are transferable to your every day activities or a specific branch of sports.

5 PowerFitnessThis subject will function as an outlet for all your energy and frustration. We combine strength and coordination in hard

training. Mnay of the classes are inspired by different martial arts forms with elements of boxing, pump, attack, combat and tae-bo. The focus is on power, sweat and positive aggressiveness.

6 BootcampBoot camp is about improving your physical fitness and your explosive endurance through interval- and high inten-sity training. You will learn about the most time effective ways to get in shape and burn energy. We will vary the training with different elements of e.g. HIIT, Tabata, circle training in ”all-out” intense.

7 Functional FlowDo you like training to soft rythm music? Functional flow will give you introduction to a variety of functional training excercises. Focus is on flexible muscles, strength, endu-rance and circulation. We use big balls, redondo balls, foam rollers, barre, barefoot, pilates and dynamic yoga. 8 Indoor cyclingIndoor cycling is an effective form of training for the whole body – with focus on your back, abs, buns and legs. You will learn to improve your tecnique for optimal training. We focus on fun energy and a higher toleration of lactic acid in a training group of loud music and lots of verbal motivation. Together we chase spinners high”. – A feeling of strengt, invincibility and euforia. You can become a certified instruktor.

9 COPSCOPS is short for Coordination, Oxygen (fitness), Power (sprint, jump), and Strength. You will be tested in the different disciplines so that you will be able to follow your progress during the course. (The subject is especially for students who wish to join the Danish police force, but it is open to all students.)

10 Marathon and triathlonWith this subject we focus specifically on endurance trai-ning. Based on your wishes we work with personal goals, e.g. accomplishing a marathon or ½ iron man. The subject contains planning your training, theory, practice, and competition. Bring your own bike if you intend to perform longer triathlon distances.

11 Outdoor EnergyOutdoor Energy will appeal to everyone who wants to improve their fitness markedly. This subject is basic training with cross-country running, mountainbiking, swimming and outdoor fitness. If you like feeling your pulse pound and you appreciate exercising in beautiful nature – then choose Outdoor Energy at VIH.

12 AdventureraceAdventure race is a relatively new sport in Denmark. It can be called a multisport as it different individual sports disciplines are combined into a team sport. We work with disciplines such as MTB, climbing activities, cooperation exercises, orienteering, kayaking, inline skating and water activities. The activities are mixed in mini adventure races. We ensure fun challenges whatever your level is. So don´t hesitate. Get started!

13 SkiingAre you hooked on white alpine adventures and want toimprove your skills? Skiing is for everyone who wants to become a better skier. You will receive competent instruction from teachers that either have official skiing certification and/or have great experience with skiing and snowboarding – and that concerns both the training in Denmark and down the piste. During autumn we will head to snowy areas for at least one week, while in spring we will be skiing 16-18 days – with individual instruction every day.

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10 Marathon & triathlon11 Outdoor Energy12 Adventurerace13 Skiing

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2 Basketball1 Handball

8 Indoor Cycling9 COPS

3 Football4 Fitness 360°

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Each subject is taught 6 lessons a week with challenges for both beginners and advanced athletes. Read more about the subjects and which periods they are offered.

SPORTS BLOCK 2

1 Badminton and racket sportsBadminton and racket sports at VIH focuses on the joy of racket sports. The goal is to make you a better racket player. Besides badminton you will practise squash, tennis, and sometimes also table tennis and golf. We emphasise an intense, motivating and fun practice. Tech-nical, tactical and mental training is paramount and the instruction is performed by highly trained instructors.

2 Football AcademyOur focus is to improve your individual abilities. We work with your technique, coordination and functional strength to speed up your feet. We will perform test to let you follow your improvements. It is also possible to obtain the official Danish C instructor’s certificate.

3 FutsalFutsal is indoor footbal played with a special ball that does not jump as much as a regular football. The ball lets you practise tricks and dribbles, cool details and lots of creativity and we technical abilities with the ball. Great conditions for developing your individual skills while enjoying the high pace and intensity of the game.

4 Volleyball/beach volleyThrough inspiring game exercises we develop you to become a complete player with a focus to the tactical, technical and physical abilities required by the game. Volleyball will provide you with intense matches where team spirit, secure confidence and support play an important role. That is why we emphasise enthusiasm and joy. Fun is an important key word when developing as a volleyball player at VIH.

5 Multi sportsIn multisports you get the chance to try out many different sports. We try ball games, fitness and outdoor activities. You will try sports that you have not tried before and you have great influence on which sports you would like to try.

6 CrossfitnessIn crossfitness we practise a variety of full-body exercises to improve your core strength and physical fitness. Usually in an intense atmosphere using kettlebells, barbells, dumbbells, etc. You will learn many technically difficult exercises like e.g. ’Turkish get-up’ that will strengthen your endurance and flexibility.

7 Strength trainingWould you like to learn the correct strength training techniques and get a more efficient strength training programme? In that case you will enjoy strength training at VIH. The instruction includes technical training with the most well-known free weight and machine exercises as well as putting together programmes and different methods of strength training. Crossfit, circle training, 300 challenge and outdoor fitness will also be part of this subject.

8 DanceWith our Dance subject we intend to challenge your body and its capabilities. We will break a sweat with smiles on our lips. We will dance up our fitness level and focus on the joy of movement as well as on our personal styles. Your physical condition and coordination are important elements. Our choreographies implement styles such as modern dance, funk, street dance and house, but we spice up our instruction with other styles according to your wishes. We organize the lessons to suit everyone no matter what sex, level, ambition and nationality you are.

9 Aerobics and fitness danceWe develop choreographies with everything from very simple to challenging steps. You will be presented with different aerobics genres. All you need beforehand is to like moving around to the sound of good music, having a smile on your lip and breaking a sweat. We welcome all – our starting point is your individual level. In cooperation with

the Danish Gymnastics and Sports Association we also offer an aerobics instructor’s certificate. Obtaining the certificate will challenge you on choreography, but also personally and pedagogically.

10 RunningRunning at VIH is for experienced runners as well as begin-ners. Maybe you want to run a faster 5K, or get a better experience with a marathon/half marathon? We run around the beautiful scenery around the school in different terrains and with varying intensity. You will learn to make training programs to maintain your motivation and prevent injuries.

11 MountainbikingWe challenge our abilities on a mountainbike in the hilly terrain around the school. You become familiar with the bike and develop basic technical abilities. The school provide mountainbikes and helmets. We guarantee technical ups and downs, speed and lots of adrenalin.

12 Water sportsDo you feel like grappling with different water sport disci-plines? You have the chance to get some cool, adrenalin packed water experiences. Our conditions are optimum with Vejle Fjord close by the school. This subject primarily involves sea kayaking and windsurfing. Besides, you will become familiar with wakeboarding and kayak polo.

13 Adventure 360°The subject is a mix between technical training and physical activity with lots of exciting experiences and challenges in the nature. Adventure 360 focuses on mountain biking, climbing and orienteering with the possibility of obtaining a certificate as climbing instructor. During the winter quarter we adjust to snow and ice with activities such as shooting, cross-country skiing, winter bathing, weather permitting.

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10 Running11 Mountainbike12 Watersports13 Adventure 360°

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2 Football Academy1 Badminton & racket sports

8 Dance9 Aerobic, step & fitnessdance

3 Futsal4 Volleyball/beach volley

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2 Police prep*Students attending police prep prepare for the Danish police admission examination.

3 MusicWe will be working with ensemble, theory and audio lear-ning, song writing, vocal training, chorus and performance – all on the basis of student wishes and your personal level. We will be working with coordination, movement and creati-vity with the shared purpose of joy and playing for all! 4 Fitness instructor*Certified by 2 Danish sports organizations you obtain a certificate qualifying as a fitness coach. 5 Nutrition and metabolism*You will learn about the consequences of your food intake vs. your physical activity. We analyse meals and perform tests to discover the effect of exercise, nutrition and water intake. 6 Body & mind Body & mind is about life style and quality of life. Both body and mind are in focus in this subject together with essential elements as well-being and wellness. We focus on several activities, e.g. yoga, stretching, relaxation and meditation. You will acquire both theoretical and practical experience. We focus on your well-being.

7 Personal power*This subject is about your personal impact. We focus on several elements that make up your personal power, e.g. charisma, body language, reasoning, drama, presentation, listening, stress, solving conflicts, selling yourself. Personal power will challenge your personality and appearance.

8 Sports psychology*In this class you learn about the tools to use your full poten-tial without your mind set blocking your performance. You learn how to set goals and become a winner type.

9 TeamplayerYou will learn how to optimize a team. What is your role in the team and how can we make the team perform better? We use ball games as example, but the perspectives of the class can be used in many aspects of life.

10 Outdoor lifeDo you like nature, hiking, hammocking and fire cooking? When you join the outdoor life class, you will be doing both day and overnight trips in the local areas. We work on theoretical and practical basic skills needed for outdoor activities. You will learn to cope in the nature. We focus on great nature experiences with room for cozy atmosphere and social activities.

Competency subjects

International Class

Each subject is taught 6 lessons a week. Read more about the subjects and which periods they are offered. *Subjects marked with a star will require a minimum of Danish language skills.

If you don’t speak Danish, your competencysubject for the first period at Vejle Sports Academy will be international class. The class is a unique way to learn about Denmark – Danish language as well as culture.

In international class we exchange knowledge with trust and respect about culture, religion, traditions, language, behaviour and much more.

A typical class will usually contain a Danish lesson followed by an introduction or discus

sion about a cultural theme. We relate to anything from politics and societal structures to leisure activities or cultural traditions/taboos.

You will get to know Denmark from inside – not like the normal tourist. We will visit Danish institutions, e.g. schools, elderly homes and also private homes etc. to get an insight into the Danish society. Through sports, training and classroom teaching we develop personalities, knowledge and friendships with trust and respect.

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Trips – go experience

1 Outdoor tripIn early autumn the whole school goes for an outdoor week in Denmark where we camp and cook in open nature. We will do outdoor activities on the water, in the heights, on the ground and around the bonfire.

2 Sports tripIn late autumn, our common sports trip goes to a desti-nation with a warmer climate and various possibilities for physical activities.

3 Skiing tripThe skiing trip goes to a region with multiple snow andmountain activities. You can expect both alpine skiingand snowboarding challenges along with many more winter activities.

4 Adventure trip to the Alps We challenge ourselves with adventure activities. It is possible to do climbing, white water rafting, mountain biking, hiking and canyoning.

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A stay at Vejle Idrætshøjskole is about taking in the world. Therefore it is important to us to also move the school out into the world to challenge the students in different surroundings. Consequently, we have planned a trip for all students during every semester, three trips abroad and one outdoor life trip in Denmark in early autumn.

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Inspiration subjects

1 PhotographyWith the school’s digital reflex cameras you work with composition, light, shutter, and photo assignments.

2 Guitar for beginnersWe play the most basic chords of new and classic songs.

3 DesignWe create jewelry, felt, knit, crochet, make leatherwork and sew. Only your imagination sets the limit.

4 EnglishWe discuss in English to practise our language skills. We improve our grammar through lessons.

It is easy to get to Vejle Sports Academy from the airport (BLL or CPH) train station or motorway E45.

5 Developing countriesYou will learn about the situation in a developing country and the opportunity to do humanitarian work.

6 DancingWe practise different kinds of partner or group dancing like salsa, waltz, etc.

7 ChoirWe work to improve your singing voice (e.g. intonation and timbre) and sing great songs in unison.

8 BandWe jam the finest tunes together. From groove, cool rythms to catchy melodies.

The inspiration subjects will provide you with the opportunity to discover and practise an extra interest or skill. We offer a range of subjects with either a physical, musical, creative or societal angle. You choose two per semester.

In most of our subjects it is possible to achieve certificates with international validation that will officially certify you as an instructor or will serve as official proof of your ability to e.g. scuba dive or kayak on your own.

In your free time you are also welcome to use our sports facilities, and students often enjoy the fantastic surroundings in the outskirts of a hilly forest. Students can go for a short walk, run or bike ride through the forest to the fjord and the beach or to the supermarket. Usually there is no homework in between classes, but sometimes you can be asked to prepare something for class or for a social event.

Contact Dina for more information on prices, scholarship and admission.

Food and accomodationAll students live at the school. Therefore you can expect a social atmosphere at all times. Meals are served three times a day. In between meals we serve refreshments – often fruit and bread. You sleep, eat, study and spend your spare time at the school. Students will be living in rooms with bathroom and toilet together with one or two fellow students of the same sex.

CertificatesAs a Danish Folk High School Vejle Sports Academy offers non-formal education. There are no academic requirements for admittance and there are no exams – but you will get a diploma as a proof of your attendance.

You can obtain certificates within wallclimbing, kayaking, mountainbiking, adventureracing, outdoor life, scuba diving, aerobics instructor, first aid, fitness instructor, crossgym, indoor cycling, and sports coach certificate in football as well as most of our ball games.

Leisure & location

Vejle city has a population of about 50,000 people. It is a picturesque town with a pedestrian mall filled with shops, boutiques, cafés and bars.If you speak a minimum of Danish you can choose between even more inspiration subjects.

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