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Adventure racing is another sport that has increased in popularity over the last year and for which IHS offers top-notch facilities including a brand new highrope trail. “The combination of multiple disciplines such as mountain biking, kayaking, climbing, running, orienteering and not least team building has attributed to making adventure racing very popular,” explains Willemar, adding: “It’s all about teamwork, optimising your skills as a group and unique outdoor experiences.”
An international perspective Even though IHS has spectacular surroundings and settings for outdoor sports, there are some experiences that can only be fully explored by travelling abroad. One of them is skiing and, every spring, IHS takes all students on a threeweek skiing and snowboarding course at a top European skiing destination. This is not the only international experience offered. Every year all students also visit Zanzibar and Tanzania for a twoweek formative trip where they explore the African culture, nature and society. The trip, just as the rest of the school 54 | Issue 89 | June 2016
experience, is all about giving students a chance to develop and mature while creating memories for life, explains Willemar. “Our strong focus on solidarity and teamwork gives each student the chance to develop individually while strengthening their social relationships and skills. It’s a chance to develop life-long friendships and get to know yourself better.” School reunions and
FACTS ABOUT THE SCHOOL: Location: IHS is located on the Sønderborg Bay, close to the beach and forest and a 15-minute walk from the town of Sønderborg. Accommodation: Students live in shared rooms – two and two together – on the school campus. Number of students: Approximately 130 Age group: 18-25 Long courses: Teambuilding, sports and events, skiing and snowboarding. Subjects: Adventure, kite surfing, IHS 360, fitness instructor, volleyball, aerobics, beach volley, sailing, triathlon, diving, sports massage, shoot and eat, street art,
annual gatherings contribute to helping students maintain the friendships they form during their time at IHS. Above: Every spring all students at IHS travel to a top European ski destination for a three-week ski and snowboard course.
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creative workshop, Strictly Come Dancing, musicals, handball, windsurfing, street performance, in the water, fitness performance, high intensity, football, beach games, MTB, sports manager, coaching and personal development, life values, around politics, body and culture. Short courses: Dance, golf and family courses. Special facilities: Aerobics and gymnastics hall, beach, beach volley, mountain bike track, football field, convention hall, park golf and Frisbee golf course, sports hall, creative workshop, indoor and outdoor climbing walls, music room, petanque court, surfing and sailing facilities, swimming pool, fitness centre.