Sports Enrichment 2025
Güéjar Sierra, Spain
Introduction:
The Sports Enrichment 2025 trip to Güéjar Sierra, Spain offers students a dynamic and immersive experience that combines physical activity, cultural exploration, and personal development. Set in the picturesque Sierra Nevada National Park near Granada, the programme includes a multi-sport training schedule, optional adventure sports, and a rich variety of cultural excursions. Participants will stay in comfortable, locally situated accommodations and enjoy activities ranging from flamenco lessons and Spanish language sessions to hiking, kayaking, and visits to historical landmarks. This unique opportunity encourages growth, teamwork, and global awareness in an inspiring rural Spanish setting.
Güéjar Sierra - ‘The Switzerland of Southern Spain’
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Sample Itinerary
Travel:
Flights: Gatwick to Malaga
Transfer: Malaga to Granada
Accommodation options:
(depending on availability and preference)
The accommodation is situated in the small town of Güéjar Sierra located in the Sierra Nevada National Park, at 1,089 m. Güéjar Sierra has a typical Spanish village feel, surrounded by mountains and rivers while being only 15km from the historic city of Granada. It is a little over an hour from the beaches of the Costa Tropical and 25 minutes from ski slopes in the winter. The town has a beautiful town square, a range of restaurants, independent shops and two small supermarkets. The rural location offers the possibility of hiking, horseback riding, trail biking, canoeing and a Via Ferrata. There are regular buses going into Granada for culture, history and shopping.
Conjunto Los Prados
A complex of five rural houses with shared bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and living areas. The houses are surrounded by a shared garden with a pool.
The Juan Francisco Hotel
A charming hotel combining traditional style with more modern facilities like a small outdoor swimming pool. Each room accommodates 1 to 3 individuals with ensuite bathrooms. The hotel can provide meals in its own restaurant.
Day 1
Travel day:
Gatwick to Malaga Flight
Bus transfer to Granada
Minibus or Taxi to Güéjar Sierra
Settling in and orientation
Days 2 - 6 / Days 9 - 13
Mornings:
Sports Activities programme (9am - 12pm):
Multi-sports programme including circuit training, tennis, padel, football, athletics, gym time (this can be tailored to interests and availability).
Optional Adventure sports activities x 3 (all day):
Days 2 - 6 / Days 9 - 13
Afternoons:
Cultural activities (choose from the following options):
Days 7 - 8
Weekend activities:
Evening activities:
Day 14
Travel day:
Minibus or Taxi to Granada bus station
Bus transfer to Malaga
Malaga to Gatwick Flight
Map of Güéjar Sierra