Exchange in England: English study and hockey training for young people
Hockey is much more than a sport in England. It's a tradition that combines technique, strategy and passion in fields where big names in the sport began their journey. Now, young Brazilians can live this experience through summer camps that combine intensive training with learning English in one of the world's cradles of hockey.
Why England is the ideal hockey destination
England has one of the most traditional hockey cultures in the world. The English fields saw the birth of great Olympic and technical champions that are a global reference. In addition, the country offers top quality infrastructure, with elite standard synthetic fields and equipment used by professional clubs.
The summer camp programs take place in elite facilities, where young people from 13 to 17 years old can train with the same quality as the big English clubs. It's a unique opportunity to improve specific hockey techniques while developing English naturally.
How does the hockey and English program work
Program structure
The summer camp offers a perfect combination of sports development and language learning:
- 15 hours a week From hockey training with professional coaches
- 15 hours a week of English classes at two different levels
- Program of social and cultural activities
- Excursions to London and other historic cities
High-level hockey training
The training follows methodologies used by clubs such as Reading Hockey Club and Surbiton Hockey Club, references in English hockey. Young people work on technical aspects such as:
- Ball control and mastery in different situations
- Precise passes under defensive pressure
- Finalizations with both hands
- Tactical positioning individual and collective
- Rehearsed plays From a corner kick and a penalty corner
The sports equipment used includes professional sticks and protective equipment from globally recognized brands, ensuring safety and performance during training.
Learning English through sport
Practical and engaging methodology
English classes don't follow the traditional classroom model. Learning takes place in an integrated way, where hockey vocabulary is mixed with everyday situations. Students practice English during:
- Tactical discussions with native technicians
- Interaction with other young people from different countries
- Professional game analysis activities
- Moments of relaxation between workouts
Two levels of development
The program serves students with different levels of English:
Foundation Level (A1-C1): For young people who are developing fluency and confidence. The focus is on building functional vocabulary and basic hockey communication.
Step-Up Level (B2-C2): For students who already use English with confidence and want to develop skills for more advanced academic and professional contexts.
Complete cultural immersion experience
Campus life
Young people are staying in secure accommodations within the campus itself, sharing rooms with other international students. This multicultural coexistence enriches the experience and accelerates the learning of English.
The routine includes:
- Energetic breakfast to start the day well
- Morning dedicated to hockey or English
- Group lunch with interaction between all students
- Afternoon alternating between sports and studies
- Dinner followed by recreational activities
- 24-hour supervision with a ratio of 1 adult to 4 young people
Activities other than hockey
The weekends reserve remarkable cultural experiences. Students take part in excursions to London, where they visit iconic spots like Big Ben, Tower Bridge and watch Premier League games.
Other activities include visits to Oxford or Cambridge, tours of historic castles and participation in theme nights that celebrate different cultures.
Benefits that go beyond sports
Personal development
Participating in a program like this brings benefits that accompany young people throughout their lives:
- Independence and adaptability
- trusts to communicate in English
- DISCIPLINE developed through sport
- International networking with young people of more than 80 nationalities
- leadership exercised in team situations
Preparing for the future
Many young people who participate in these programs discover a passion for continuing their studies abroad. The experience serves as an excellent preparation for future programs such as High School Or even international universities.
When and how to participate
Available periods
Summer camps take place during Brazilian school holidays:
- July: 2 to 8 weeks long
- January: Intensive 2-week programs
Requirements for participation
To make the most of the experience, young people need to:
- Be between 13 and 17 years old
- Have basic English for initial communication
- Demonstrate real interest in hockey
- Present a medical certificate for sports activities
The level of hockey can vary from beginner to advanced. The technicians carry out an initial assessment and organize the groups according to the skill of each participant.
Be Easy
Be Easy offers much more than just a hockey summer camp. Our Sports Exchange connects young athletes with the best international opportunities, providing quality sporting and academic development. Our team takes care of every detail of your journey, from choosing the ideal program to following up throughout the experience. Contact us and discover how to transform a passion for hockey into an unforgettable international adventure.
