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Sport, adrenaline and heavenly nature Located in an area renowned for its beautiful forests and beaches, Idrætshøjskolen in Sønderborg (IHS) is the ideal folk high school for anyone looking for exhilarating experiences in blissful surroundings. The school, which offers a diverse range of courses in sports, such as kite surfing, adventure racing and beach volleyball, attracts young athletes of all levels and interests. By Signe Hansen | Photos: Idrætshøjskolen in Sønderborg
Situated on approximately 13 hectares of beautiful parkland on the Sønderborg Bay, IHS is just a short walk from the beach where the school’s many aquatic activities such as surfing, sailing and 52 | Issue 89 | June 2016
kayaking take place. Sønderskoven, a large forest where students can take part in cross training, triathlon training and running, is also just one kilometre away. “Close to the sea, the forest and
the town of Sønderborg, IHS is probably Denmark’s most beautifully located folk high school,” says school principal Michael Willemar. It is not just the school’s fortunate location that attracts students from all over Denmark. Founded as a traditional folk high school in 1952, IHS is built on strong values and ambitions. The school aims not only to develop and further students’ skills within their chosen sport but also, through the sport and