Language school Whistler, IH-Whistler

School

Our partner school is located in the heart of Creekside village, in one of the world’s most beautiful mountain resorts. Even though learning English is the number one priority, the school’s program is especially designed to enable you to take maximum advantage of the area’s incredible natural resources, with teachers who are passionate about mountains, just like you. At the school, you can access the Internet free of charge (WiFi connection) and take a well-earned break in the comfortable student lounge. It is located just moments from the Alpha Lake Park and the first of the ski lifts… Its small size and the teachers’ availability create a very friendly atmosphere that will make your language studies in the magical mountains of British Columbia an unforgettable experience… Excitement guaranteed!

Courses

Standard course (winter) (24.11.08 –24.04.09)
Lessons: 15 + 5* of 55 minutes (*optional lessons)
Course duration: 2 to 24 weeks
Levels: Beginner to advanced
Students/class: max. 9 students
Minimum age: 18 years
Daily schedule: 08:30–11:30 or 14:00–17:00

Standard course* (summer) (27.04.09–27.11.09)
Lessons: 15 of 55 minutes + options*
Daily schedule: 09:00-12:00
Details: cf. standard course (winter)
*Options
to be combined with a standard course (summer only)
Conversation Club
Lessons: 10 of 60 minutes
Daily schedule: 13:00-15:00
Backcountry Mountain Biking:
Lessons: 9 of 60 minutes
Daily schedule: 13:00-16:30 (three days/week)
Mountain Bike to be hired on site, prices on request

Preparation for Cambridge exams (FCE, CAE)
Lessons: 25 of 55 minutes
Course duration: 10, 10* or 12* weeks
*+1 extra week of accommodation (exams)
Levels: Intermediate to advanced
Daily schedule - winter: 08:30-11:30 and 17:00-19:00 or 13:00-18:00
Daily schedule - summer: 09:00-15:00
Details: cf. standard course
Exams take place in Vancouver, transport costs are paid by student

Core Camp (ski/snowboard)
Special programme, look at our special web page or contact us for further information.

Accommodation

Host family
Staying with a family in Whistler is the best way of learning English and immersing yourself in the Canadian culture. Host families are selected with care by our partner school and are mostly situated only a few minutes away from the language school building (the furthest live around 30 minutes by bus away). You will have your own bedroom and full board provided.

Residence
Our partner school also proposes accommodation in a residence in Whistler. Each of these typical Canadian houses has all of the comfort necessary in order that you can relax after your English classes, including a fitted kitchen, a dining room, a TV and a WiFi connection. The accommodation is in double rooms and meals are not included. The residences are situated around 15 minutes' walking distance or by bus away from the school.

Leisure

Whistler… excitement guaranteed!
The choice of activities is simply enormous. A glittering blanket of powder snow for carving perfect curves or sledding awaits you, in winter and summer alike. And the crystalline waters of the mountain lakes are ideal for kayaking, swimming or fishing for rainbow trout. From extreme sports (like bungee jumping or glacier climbing) to peaceful walks, everything is possible in Whistler… it’s enough to love the open air. In the evening, the ski resort comes alive to make way for parties. Get ready for a great time!