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Program

Our American Summer Camps are programmes aimed at young people from all over the world wishing to improve their English at the same time as enjoying cultural and sport activities in a safe and welcoming environment.

The curriculum allows students to learn and practice English while exploring a new region of the United States. Participants are supervised by our motivated professional staff during all activities.

Students participate in English classes during the morning and activities in afternoon.

We offer three types of programme:

• Cinema in Los Angeles
  • From 16 to19 years
  • Residence accommodation

• Acting in Los Angeles
  • From 15 to 19 years
  • Residence accommodation

• Photography in Las Vegas
  • From 15 to 19 years
  • Host family accommodation

Cinema in LA

The English and Cinema programme in Los Angeles is available to students aged between 16 and 19. It includes:

• 20 English lessons per week
• 8 lessons of cinematography per week
• A full programme of activities and excursions

Cinematography

This Marymount programme is organised to allow students to discover the fascinating process of creating a short film. Students learn with professionals how to write a scene and create storyboards, as well as the basics of how to operate a camera and other technical equipment. After finishing their shoot, students learn the fundamentals of how to use industry-standard software to edit and create a final cut. Students are taught by instructors, directors and tech experts from the University of Columbia. At the end of the course, students will have the option to screen their film in an exhibition for programme participants and will receive a DVD of their film.

Activities

This three-week programme also offers students the possibility to discover the secrets of Hollywood through tours of well-known movie studios (Paramount, Warner Brothers and Sony MGM), cinema make-up schools, and the famous neighbourhood of Hollywood to maybe even see a movie star! The camp is not solely about film: weekend excursions take students to some of California’s finest natural parks and beaches. Students also have the option to visit some attraction parks, Disneyland and Universal Studios, for a small additional price.

Click here for an example of a weekly schedule.

Accommodation

Students stay in a two-person room in a modern and fully-equipped campus residence (each with a shared kitchen and common room). Half-board (2 meals per day) is also provided.

Prices & Dates

Dates 2012

Programmes run from Sunday to Saturday on the following dates :

• From June 24 to July 14
  
• From July 8 to July 28
• From July 15 to August 4

The programme includes:

• 20 English classes a week (or 10 Film Theory and History lessons)
  
• Accommodation in residence, including half-board (2 meals per day)
• 8 cinematography lessons per week
• Use of campus facilities: library, computer lab, sports facilities, etc.
• Equipment rental
  
• Activities and excursions organised by the school
  
• Professional supervision
• Course materials
  
• Transportation to and from Los Angeles airport
• All taxes and administrative fees
• A goodbye party

The programme does not include:

• The flight
• Midday meals
• Insurance

Acting in LA

The English and Drama programme in Los Angeles is available to students aged between 15 and 19. It includes:

• 20 English lessons per week
• 10 lessons of drama per week
• A full programme of activities and excursions

Marymount College, with a tradition of serving students for over 75 years, is located just south of downtown Los Angeles, on scenic bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The picturesque, hilltop campus is surrounded by the community of Rancho Palos Verdes and perched above the beautiful California coastline.

Students take English lessons in the morning and participate in activities in the afternoon. Marymount College welcomes students from around the world who want to improve their English while practicing acting.

Program

Students participate in 20 lessons of English and 10 acting lessons per week, given by experienced, professional trainers. Whether complete beginners or advanced players, all participants benefit from personalized attention and advice. You will join students from around the world to hone your skills with practice in enunciation, movement exercise, character analysis, improvisation, developing characters, and reacting to other characters in a scene.

The programme includes daily acting workshops, tours of Hollywood and Universal Studios, a behind-the-scenes tour of local playhouse, and two live productions of theatre in Los Angeles. We will wrap up the programme with your live performance recorded on DVD to make the perfect souvenir.

Accommodation

Students stay in a two-person room in a modern and fully-equipped campus residence (each with a shared kitchen and common room). Half-board (2 meals per day) is also provided.

Prices & Dates

Dates 2012

• From June 24 to July 14
  
• From July 15 to August 4

The programme includes:

• 20 English classes a week
  
• 10 acting lessons per week
• Accommodation in residence, double room, including half-board
• Use of campus facilities: library, computer lab, sports facilities, etc.
• Activities and excursions organised by the school
  
• Professional supervision
• Course materials
  
• Transportation to and from Los Angeles airport
• All taxes and administrative fees

The programme does not include:

• The flight
• Midday meals
• Insurance

Photography in Vegas

The English and Photography programme in Las Vegas is available to students aged between 15 and 19. It includes:

• 20 English lessons per week
• 10 lessons of photography per week
• A full programme of activities and excursions

Located in the heart of this exciting, world-famous destination, the Las Vegas Institute is a new centre designed especially for the needs of international students. The conveniently located campus, just a few miles from the famous Las Vegas Strip, includes a computer lab, student lounge, kitchen and study room. Popular restaurants and shops are just steps away and the area is well-served by the Las Vegas public transit system.

Program

Students participate in 20 English classes and 10 photography classes per week. Courses generally take place during the morning and activities in afternoon.

This programme is organised to allow students to discover the fascinating process of creating outstanding photographs. Students will learn how to improve photo technique and create digital images. Our instructors will teach you the rules of composition, lighting, and how to bring out the best in your subject.

Then you will travel to the Las Vegas Strip and Nevada’s gorgeous desert scenery to practice your techniques. A weekend photo shoot at the Grand Canyon will allow you to photograph one of the world’s most famous and impressive natural wonders.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own digital camera. Camera rental can be arranged for an additional fee, upon request.

Accommodation

Students will live in a carefully-selected host family, double room. Half-board is provided.

Prices & Dates

Dates 2012

Programmes run from Sunday to Saturday on the following dates :

• From July 1st to July 21
• From July 15 to August 4

The programme includes:

• 20 English classes a week
  
• 10 photography lessons per week
• Accommodation in host family, half-board
• Use of campus facilities: library, computer lab, sports facilities, etc.
• Activities and excursions organised by the school
  
• Professional supervision
• Course materials
  
• All taxes and administrative fees
• Roundtrip airport transfer
  

The programme does not include:

• The flight
• Midday meals
• Insurance