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    Sports Academy

    by Discovery Summer

    A sports summer camp in Shrewsbury combining tennis, golf, horse riding or adventure sports with English lessons and a supervised boarding-school experience.

    Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    Sports Academy at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Beginner to advanced English

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 11-16

    Location / Region

    Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

    Cost

    From £3,700

    Duration

    2-4 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Class size: Usually 12 international students maximum
    Accommodation: Boarding houses; 1-4 beds
    Meals: Three meals daily plus snacks
    Certificate / Outcome: DS certificate and academic report
    Sports coaching: 12 hours across four mornings weekly
    English tuition: 15 hours weekly
    Pastoral support: Resident staff; at least 1:4 ratio
    Excursions: Two per week

    Sports Academy summary

    Sports Academy combines a weekly sport choice with English Skills, workshops and presentations. Students can focus on Tennis, Golf, Horse Riding or Adventure Sports.

    The experience extends beyond coaching: students meet English Student Hosts, join excursions and take part in evening activities.

    It suits students who want practical English practice alongside an active camp routine, especially those interested in trying different sports.

    What is Sports Academy?

    Sports Academy is Discovery Summer's residential camp at Shrewsbury School, combining specialist sports coaching with English-language learning. Students choose Tennis, Golf, Horse Riding or Adventure Sports for each week, either continuing with one option or changing their focus.

    English Skills classes develop communication and accuracy, while workshops use research, discussion and creative tasks. Presentations, resident English Student Hosts, excursions and evening activities give students further opportunities to use English beyond the classroom.

    Why Succeed highlights Sports Academy

    • A weekly sport choice lets students pursue continuity or try another discipline without losing the English-learning structure.

    • Tennis coaching covers tactical, technical, physical and mental development, including video analysis.

    • Resident English Student Hosts add everyday opportunities to practice communication outside lessons.

    • Boarding, meals, excursions and resident supervision create a clearly structured experience for families.

    Who is Sports Academy for?

    Best for

    Students who want sport and practical English learning together, with coaching, workshops and a structured residential routine.

    Not ideal if

    You want a camp devoted entirely to sport or need unrestricted phone access and a highly independent daily schedule.

    Is Sports Academy worth it?

    The strongest reason to choose Sports Academy is its combination of coached practice and everyday English use. Workshops, presentations and English Student Hosts give the language element a practical purpose beyond classroom exercises.

    The balance matters: substantial time is reserved for English, excursions and social activities, so this is a broader camp experience rather than continuous sports training. Families should compare the complete cost after sport supplements and consider whether shared boarding and restricted phone use suit their child.

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    Cost and what is included

    From £3,700; includes All English tuition and teaching materials., Student folder, academic report, DS certificate and course photo., Participation of resident English Student Hosts., Full board accommodation, three daily meals and snacks., Excursion transport and entry fees., Varied daily activities and resident staff supervision., Personal laundry for machine-washable clothes., Medical and travel insurance, subject to policy terms., Scheduled Heathrow, Manchester or Birmingham airport transfers for flights between 09:00 and 16:00..

    Accommodation

    Boarding houses; 1-4 beds

    Meals

    Three meals daily plus snacks

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    2-4 weeks; Shrewsbury, United Kingdom.

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    How much preparation does Sports Academy need?

    Effort level

    Moderate preparation, followed by an active residential routine.

    Best started

    Begin planning 10-12 weeks before a confirmed future arrival, allowing time for travel and forms required six weeks beforehand.

    Main challenge

    Balancing physical activity, English communication and living away from home.

    Typical preparation

    • Choose a sport for each week and describe your current ability accurately.

    • Discuss shared rooms, phone restrictions and the daily routine with your parent or guardian.

    • Prepare medical, dietary, emergency-contact and travel details before booking.

    • Allow additional planning time if you need UK entry permission.

    Useful if

    You want to practice independence within a supervised camp structure.

    What do students do on Sports Academy?

    You combine coaching in your chosen sport with English classes, collaborative workshops and a weekly presentation. Excursions and evening activities add opportunities to practice English and spend time with other students.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Take written and oral English placement tests on arrival.

    2. 2

      Join an English Skills class matched to your age and level.

    3. 3

      Practice your selected sport across four coaching mornings each week.

    4. 4

      Research, discuss and create work in English Workshops.

    5. 5

      Present workshop work at the end of the week.

    6. 6

      Join excursions, campus activities and supervised boarding life.

    Sports Academy dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Sports Academy Course 21 (2 weeks)

    1-15 July 2026

    Two-week residential session.

    Reference date

    Sports Academy Course 22 (3 weeks)

    1-22 July 2026

    Three-week residential session.

    Reference date

    Sports Academy Course 23 (4 weeks)

    1-29 July 2026

    Four-week residential session.

    Reference date

    Sports Academy Course 24 (3 weeks)

    8-29 July 2026

    Three-week residential session.

    Reference date

    Sports Academy Course 25 (2 weeks)

    15-29 July 2026

    Two-week residential session.

    Reference date

    Optional Trinity exam

    14 July 2026

    Separately charged spoken English exam.

    Reference date

    Optional Trinity exam

    28 July 2026

    Separately charged spoken English exam.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students ages 11-16.

    • English levels A1-C1, beginner to advanced.

    • Beginner English classes are restricted to ages 11-14.

    • English placement considers age and written and oral test results.

    How much does Sports Academy cost?

    Residential base fee

    £3,700 — Two-week course.

    Funding or discounts

    • Three-week base fee: £5,550 — Full board residential course.
    • Four-week base fee: £7,400 — Full board residential course.
    • Tennis supplement: £300 — Two-week total; select one sport each week.
    • Golf supplement: £500 — Two-week total.
    • Horse Riding supplement: £550 — Two-week total.
    • Adventure Sports supplement: £550 — Two-week total.
    • Booking deposit: £500 — Non-refundable; credited toward the course fee.
    • Family discount: 5% — Course-fee discount when two or more family members book together.
    • Optional Trinity exam: £130 — Spoken English examination.

    What's included

    All English tuition and teaching materials., Student folder, academic report, DS certificate and course photo., Participation of resident English Student Hosts., Full board accommodation, three daily meals and snacks., Excursion transport and entry fees., Varied daily activities and resident staff supervision., Personal laundry for machine-washable clothes., Medical and travel insurance, subject to policy terms., Scheduled Heathrow, Manchester or Birmingham airport transfers for flights between 09:00 and 16:00.

    How to apply to Sports Academy

    1. 1

      For a confirmed future session, select course dates and one sport option for each week.

    2. 2

      Have a parent or guardian complete the online booking process or send the residential booking form.

    3. 3

      Provide student, guardian, emergency-contact, English-level and relevant medical details.

    4. 4

      After Discovery Summer confirms the requested arrangements, pay the invoice deposit or full fee as required.

    5. 5

      Complete Medical and Consent and travel forms, and pay the balance, at least six weeks before arrival.

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    What does Sports Academy cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    English Skills and Workshops

    Develop grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking through collaborative lessons, creative tasks and presentations.

    Tennis

    Practice tactical, technical, physical and mental aspects of tennis, with video analysis and a weekly tournament.

    Golf

    Develop golf skills on the driving range, pitching and putting greens, and three-, nine- and 18-hole courses.

    Horse Riding

    Practice horse management and handling through activities such as hacking, jumping and dressage.

    Adventure Sports

    Try outdoor activities such as abseiling, high ropes, archery, bushcraft, zip wire and rock climbing.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Sports Academy?

    A typical day during the program.

    Sports coaching

    Thursday, Friday, Monday and Tuesday: 09:00-10:30 and 10:50-12:20, totaling 12 hours weekly.

    English learning

    English Skills and workshops typically run in one-hour blocks between 14:00 and 17:30; the advertised total is 15 hours weekly.

    Excursions and activities

    Two excursions and two mornings of sports, team challenges and creative activities complement the teaching schedule.

    Evening routine

    Sample activities run 19:15-21:15, followed by returning to boarding houses and bedtime between 21:15 and 22:00.

    Who teaches on Sports Academy?

    Sports coaching includes small-group tennis instruction and golf teaching led by a highly experienced professional. English teachers guide classroom learning and support students preparing for the optional Trinity spoken English exam.

    English classes normally have a maximum of 12 international students, with exceptions for appropriate level placement.

    Where do students stay on Sports Academy?

    Residential plan

    • Boarding houses: Students stay in school boarding houses with one to four beds per room.
    • Full board: Three meals daily and snacks are provided, with food allergies discussed at booking.
    • Resident care: House parents and resident staff provide round-the-clock support with a ratio of at least 1:4.
    • Campus and activities: The campus has courts, pitches, a sports hall and swimming pool, alongside evening activities and two weekly excursions.

    Bathrooms are shared, and specific room requests cannot be guaranteed.

    What happens after Sports Academy?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Receive a Discovery Summer certificate and academic report.

    Build sport-specific skills, confidence and personal fitness.

    Practice spoken English through classes and everyday interaction.

    Develop presentation experience through weekly workshops.

    Optionally pursue Trinity spoken English certification.

    The Trinity exam is optional and carries a separate fee.

    Where does Sports Academy take place?

    Shrewsbury School sits across the River Severn from Shrewsbury's market-town center and combines traditional buildings with modern sporting facilities. Manchester and Birmingham airports are approximately 1.5 hours away by road, while Heathrow is approximately three to four hours away.

    Included airport transfers apply to specified airports, published arrival and departure dates, and flights scheduled between 09:00 and 16:00.

    Sports Academy FAQs

    Students choose Tennis, Golf, Horse Riding or Adventure Sports each week. They can continue with the same sport or choose a different one for another week.

    The weekly program combines 12 hours of sports coaching across four mornings with 15 hours of English tuition, including English Skills, workshops and an end-of-week presentation.

    Students stay in boarding houses with rooms containing one to four beds and shared bathrooms. Room requests can be made, but a particular arrangement is not guaranteed.

    Full board includes three meals a day and snacks. Families should raise food allergies or intolerances at booking and complete the Medical and Consent Form.

    Resident staff and house parents provide care, with a staff-to-student ratio of at least 1:4. Residential staff live in the same boarding houses as students.

    Phone use is restricted during meals, lessons, activities and meetings. Shrewsbury students cannot keep their phones overnight, and Wi-Fi is available at specified times.

    No. The Trinity Graded Examinations in Spoken English exam is optional and costs an additional £130. Preparation classes normally replace English Skills or workshops during the week before the exam.

    The residential fee includes a Discovery Summer certificate, an academic report, a student folder and a course photo. The optional Trinity exam offers separate spoken English recognition.

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    Sources & verification

    Source types reviewed

    • Discovery Summer
    • 2026 Shrewsbury Sports Academy Sample Programme
    • AW _DS_Enrolment_09.qxd
    • 2026 Shrewsbury Sports Academy Information Sheet
    • Trinity Exam | Discovery Summer
    • Airport & Travel | Discovery Summer
    • Terms & Conditions | Discovery Summer
    • Shrewsbury | Discovery Summer
    • Contact Us | Discovery Summer
    • Dates & Fees | Discovery Summer
    • Frequently Asked Questions | Discovery Summer
    • Book Now | Discovery Summer
    • Shrewsbury Sports Academy | Discovery Summer

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    What we verified (on 9 Oct 2026)

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    • Session dates reviewed

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    • Residential supervision reviewed

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    • Sample timetable reviewed

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