Perfect for horse lovers: our language and riding camp in Seelitz
The Berlitz Camp in Seelitz, Saxony is a dream come true for animal lovers between the ages of 7 and 17. In addition to a week of professional English classes and riding lessons at the horse farm, Rosi the pig and countless other animals are just waiting to be petted.
Improving English skills at Seelitz language camp with Berlitz
Learning English during the school break? That's not a problem with our Berlitz English camps! Unlike school lessons, the aim here is not to teach as much material and grammar as possible. On the day of arrival, we'll assign kids to learning groups according to their age and previous knowledge.
We use the Berlitz method of "learning by speaking", i.e. as much active speaking as possible. We offer kids:
- Lessons five mornings a week (4 x 45 minutes each)
- Kids are encouraged to actively use English in small groups.
Our holiday camp in Seelitz combines English lessons in the mornings with a varied leisure program in the afternoons. During lessons, the focus is on creativity: for example, kids will write content for our camp magazine, draw and describe their own pictures, or act out fairy tales in English. That way, we teach kids to enjoy the foreign language through play.
Horseback riding and tons of fun with our leisure program
Horses play the starring role during the leisure program at our language camp in Seelitz. But there's still plenty of variety, even after riding and caring for the horses. Our Berlitz team plans a wide variety of activities, all depending on the weather and group. For example, we might do archery with the kids or organize a rubber dinghy tour together. Ball games or team games on the adventure playground, which is located on the farm's spacious property, are equally fun. Not to mention any handicraft fans can look forward to great creative workshops – our colorful program is sure to have something for everyone. Thereby we speak English. The exception is the riding lessons, which are held in German for safety reasons.
For one hour each day, four days a week, kids will receive professional riding lessons on trained horses. These lessons will be overseen by experienced riding instructors. Unlike the rest of the leisure program, they will take place in German. That way, we can ensure that participants understand everything correctly when it comes to dealing with the horses. Depending on their previous knowledge, kids can also go on horseback rides in the area and learn a lot about taking care of horses.
Even evenings are fun. After dinner or a barbecue evening together, we end the camp day with fun activities, such as wellness or game nights, a quiz night, etc.
Important note: The offered activities are depending on the weather, date, and availability – therefore the program may vary.
Riding and caring for the horses
Creativity workshop
Archery
Did we convince you? Then let's go.
Welcome to Seelitz: this is where we’ll be staying
Waldhotel am Reiterhof, Kolkauerstraße 25, 09306 Seelitz
Nature and animals at the Waldhotel am Reiterhof in Seelitz
Kids will be accommodated in spacious shared rooms with private shower and toilet – girls and boys separately. Classes and meals will be held in large, bright rooms. The spacious outdoor terrace at Waldhotel am Reiterhof is a popular meeting place. In addition to the horses, there are other animals on the farm that love it when kids visit: countless ponies, chickens – not to mention "Horst" the llama and "Rosi" the pig.
Welcome to the picturesque Mulde Valley in Saxony
Our accommodation, the Waldhotel am Reiterhof in Seelitz, Saxony, is easily accessible from Dresden, Leipzig and Chemnitz. The charming town of Seelitz lies in the heart of the romantic hillside of the Mulde Valley with its many castles. Kids can explore the beautiful surroundings on horseback rides together, whether it's on the extensive bridle paths near the Biesener See or along the Erlbach.
We're here for you
We’re here for you! Simply send us your request through the contact form at the end of the page or give us a call (+49 69 247 525 645, Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.).
Julia Pakravan, Director Kids & Teens Germany
Available Camp Dates
Currently, all camps are fully booked. New camp dates will follow.
* Berlitz Language Camps are according to §4 Section 21 a) and b) german UStG tax exempt from VAT.
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Additional information
"Let's speak English" – that's the motto we follow at the Seelitz Berlitz Camp. Our experienced counselors are at the kids' side all day long. Both during lessons that take place in small groups in the mornings and during the fun and action in the afternoons and evenings. Our focus: to ensure all kids speak English all day long.
The best proof of the success of our Berlitz concept: many counselors were camp participants themselves in the past and support us year after year!
Providing the best all-round support at our Berlitz language camps is important to us. That also includes a balanced diet. Kids will receive three meals a day and these include drinks like juice, tea, or water. Please pack a reusable water bottle, so that your child can fill it up in between meals.
We try our best to offer alternatives for kids with special requests, such as vegetarians or those with allergies. Please contact our team before booking so that we can discuss this on a one-on-one basis.
How we start: Camp starts on the first day at the time mentioned in the travel information (sent to all participants before camp start). Together with their parents, kids will be able to get to know our team and other participants and take part in a parents' welcome session. All kids will receive our welcome package, which consists of a gym bag, lunch box, T-shirt, and much more. We use a written and oral placement to place kids in the right learning group. With younger kids, we often just talk briefly about their hobbies and everyday life.
Important departure information: Parents can pick up their kids on the day of departure. You will find out exactly when in the camp travel documents. Unfortunately, it is not possible to pick kids up at a later time, as our team will also be leaving. We will send all camp documents, including a certificate of participation, to the participants afterwards.
Then take a look at our kids camp FAQ page where we have gathered further information.
We will also send you further details regarding the pack list, arrival and departure etc. by e-mail after your booking.
Seelitz language camp: what our participants can look forward to
- Language classes in small, performance-based groups on all 5 mornings a week (4 sessions each lasting 45 minutes)
- All necessary materials for lessons, workshops and the leisure program
- Accommodation in shared rooms
- Balanced meals three times a day (warm meal or lunch box)
- Welcome gift, camp magazine and certificate of participation