The course has both an educational and a practical approach and is aimed at anyone who would like an introduction to canyoning and via ferratas with maximum safety and guarantees.Course attendees will learn to recognise the different elements of canyoning/via ferrata and the basic safety techniques. Course attendees will be given the opportunity to experience a whole host of sensations... and they will also find themselves in a variety of situations, with the aim of discovering as much as possible about these sports. Anyone who successfully completes the course will be able to do canyoning/via ferratasj on their own, effectively and with maximum safety. The course is divided up into theory and practical classes. Teacher: Carlos Folguera

Students will be introduced to the wonders of the Costa Brava sea. This will include a full theory part on all the safety and planning procedures for diving. The basic techniques for diving will be learned so student will end up feeling independent and have diving, their and safety procedures under control. Course recognised by the Catalan government. With 8 additional hours of practice and on payment of the fee, the first level certificate can be obtained. Teacher: Fran Gómez

Student testimony from the satisfaction survey (May 2015): The courseseemed too short because I enjoyed it so much. Time well spent, very good environment, camaraderie and very good instructors. The instructors are dedicated to the work they do, and even more so to the environment. Note how they enjoy doing they do and this is the message we have received from them.

Introductory course offering basic knowledge to learn and understand the essential rules of chess. It includes essential tactical concepts of the game, as well as initial theoretical content. Among its multiple benefits, it improves decision making. And, moreover, it favours memory, attention and concentration, abstraction and reasoning. It also reinforces attitudes of respect for your colleagues and games, it is a good way to socialise and also to awaken your imagination. The course will adopt the slogan “I observe, I think, I play” and will be held online, rather than face-to-face. 

Intensive 7-session perfection course for improving the specific technical and tactical behaviour of padel strategy through specific exercises and adapted games. To register you must have done the introductory tennis course or have a high level of play (your level will be checked). 1+1 ECTS: this subject allows you to obtain one more ECTS for free if you enter the mini-league of matches between participants doing this subject (minimum 8 matches). It is coordinated and managed by the Sports Service. Teachers: Pau, Martí or Alan. The course requires a MINIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE.

14 hour-long sessions for learning to dance one of the multiple specialities offered by the Avança Dance School and get 1 ECTS. All activities are introduction level for learning the technique of the dance you choose. Choose an activity and dance! When you register, you'll need to send us an email to let us know which activity you'll be doing. Teachers from the Escola de Ball Avança 

7 sessions to get to know and practice this dynamic yoga, known as the yoga of consciousness, which consists of simple techniques that anybody can master. It keeps the body in shape and trains the mind to be strong and flexible to be able to cope better with changes and stress. Posture, breathing techniques and meditation, all directed at fostering students’ well-being with their demanding academic schedules, strengthening their health and their emotional and interior balance. Teacher: Cristina Planellas.

Olympic boxing is a very all-round sporting activity that develops coordination, agility, stamina and strength. Boxing is suitable for anybody, regardless of sex or age. Besides its sporting benefits, boxing also increases self-confidence, providing a feeling of security and the motivation to go beyond one’s limits. This subject will be an introduction to boxing without any type of contact , but at the same time all the concepts of boxing will be put into practice. Teacher: Francesc Martínez. 

An iron route is both a vertical and a horizontal itinerary among rocks, with various pieces of equipment such as cramps, handrails, chains, quickdraws, hanging bridges, and so on, which enable you to safely reach the areas most difficult to access. The course has both an educational and a practical approach, and is directed at anybody who would like a first experience in iron routes with maximum safety and guarantees.

6 sessions to cover the introductory phase of sailing, where students learn the basic concepts with an instructor and then progressively put them into practice. It is a first contact with the sport of sailing where the change of environment, the sailing, the being propelled by the wind while doing exercise and working in a group, will arouse new, pleasant sensations unique to this sport. Teachers: Instructors of the l'Escala Yacht Club.

7 sessions to work in in the handling of the horse, from a practical and logical method that it offers a complete knowledge of the equitation working the horse from its psychology, its needs, lacks and resistances, respecting its natural behaviour. Teachers: Marta Planella and Marina Room
Comment of a girl of 4th course of social Education Bachelor's Degree (Faculty of Education and psychology): "To make this subject has loved  me, that of equitation as well as that of canyoning, the truth I have discovered it late, but I had taken off all the credits making activities of this type. Moreover, to highlight the attention of the professionals who have carried out both activities, very attentive, respectful and genial". 

9 sessions based on the contents of Yoga and Mindfulness to learn and experience different techniques and exercises that will enhance knowledge of one’s body through physical activity and meditation adapted to today’s society, thus reducing stress, improving night time rest and communication, correcting bad posture (by raising awareness), increasing self-confidence and self-esteem, eliminating backache, and enhancing flexibility and good health. A path to serenity, health and happiness. Teacher: Cristina Planellas

Outdoor activity where you will progressively learn the different canyoning techniques such as walking, swimming, jumping, tobogganing down slopes, siphons and descending on ropes... And, with safety always the top priority, you will discover wild, hidden natural paths with small caves, galleries and so on. It is essential to know how to swim. Teacher: Carlos Folguera.

Student testimony: "Canyoning was brilliant ! I’d do it again right now!! It was a completely new experience for me and, to my taste, much more interesting and spectacular than the iron routes (which I also loved). I especially I liked the ravine we went down with water. Totally recommendable and, what’s more, the monitors make you feel very safe at all times".  Marc Busquets Juncà, student of 4th of ADE. 

7 sessions to introduce itself into the Yoga Unnata, which in Sanskrit he means high, spiritually as well as physically. It is a type of yoga that has evolved from the traditional method, introducing the use of an air acrobatics hammock to bear the weight of the body and to be able to do many of the positions with the body partly or totally suspended, using gravity to realign the body. This allows for improved flexibility to strengthen the body, lengthen the spine and relax the nervous system. It is a way of getting into shape while experimenting with the pleasure of yoga embraced by the hammock. No previous experience is required; anybody in good health can benefit from doing Unnata® air yoga. Teacher: Cristina Planellas

2 sessions. The course has a dual purpose: educational and practical, and is directed to anybody who wants to climb mountains with the maximum security and guarantees. The main objective for us is that the participants have an unforgettable experience, acquiring knowledge of the environment and first aid, discovering survival techniques, and so on. This knowledge will make them more self-sufficient and give them the chance to learn to respect nature and benefit from it. They will learn to find the resources required to cope with complex situations, which they will be able to use in the future if they are in a similar situation. Teacher: Carlos Folguera

7 sessions to practice this racket sport, to get to know the rules, the basic structure and the basic technical and tactical aspects specific to this sporting discipline.
1+1 ECTS: this subject allows you to obtain 1 additional bachelor's-degree ECTS for free, if you enter the little league of matches among your fellow course students (minimum 8 matches). What has to be paid is admission to the facility for those who are not a member of the Sports Service and use of the track for each practice. Members only pay for use of the track by the hour.It is coordinated and managed by the Sports Service.Teachers:: Jordi Triola, Robert or Martí.  

Learn and discover the basic elements and techniques of sea rowing at basic level. 6 sessions of an hour and a half and 5 guided practical sessions at a time of your choosing. Prior booking is required at the L'Escala nautical club. 

Seven sessions to acquire theoretical knowledge of tennis techniques, tactics and strategies through specific exercises and adapted games.
1+1 ECTS: this subject allows you to 1 additional bachelor's-degree  ECTS for free, if you sign up for the little league among participants (minimum 8 matches).What has to be paid is admission to the facility for those who are not a member of the Sports Service and use of the track for each practice. Members only need to pay for use of the track by the hour.It is coordinated and managed by the Sports Service.Teachers:: Jordi Triola, Robert or Martí.  

7 sessions to improve your technique and know the specific tactics of this racket sport. To register you must have done the introduction to paddle course or have a high level of the game (this will be checked).
1+1 ECTS: this subject allows you to obtain 1 ECTS more easily if you enter the little league of matches among the participants (minimum 8 matches). Coordinated and directed by the teacher of the subject: Teachers: David Vidal, Sergi or Carles.
Teacher: Miquel Lucas.

7 sessions to improve your technique and know the specific tactics of this racket sport. To register you must have done the introduction to paddle course or have a high level of the game (this will be checked).
1+1 ECTS: this subject allows you to obtain 1 ECTS more easily if you enter the little league among participants (minimum 8 matches).1+1 ECTS: this subject allows you to obtain 1additional  ECTS for free, if you enter the little league of matches among the participants (minimum 8 matches).What has to be paid is admission to the facility for those who are not a member of the Sports Service and use of the track for each practice. Members only pay for use of the track by the hour.It is coordinated and managed by the Sports Service.Teachers:: Jordi Triola, Robert or Martí.A MINIMUM OF 4 PARTICIPANTS are required for the course.