Sport, Dance & Music Academy

In Winterthur/Zurich, Swiss Boarding Schools Disentis & Zurich cooperate with Swiss Academy Zurich. Together, the two schools offer a unique programme for the promotion of talent in sport, dance and music. The programme is suitable for ambitious young people who want to turn their passion into a career.

Thanks to the flexibility of the International A Level curriculum, participants can combine a sound secondary school education with top-class sport, dance and music.

Sport

  • Football: cooperation with FC Zurich and FC Barcelona (Barça Academy)
  • Tennis, floorball, handball directly on campus
  • Ice hockey, figure skating, athletics in the immediate vicinity
  • Numerous other sports in Winterthur and Zurich.

Our sport programme offers:

  • Comprehensive academic programme with internationally recognised qualifications closely aligned with training opportunities in competitive sport.
  • Individual support and tailored sports and athletics training for students, collaboration with Head of Sports
  • Regular 1:1 coaching sessions and workshops on nutrition, mental training and more.
  • Visits to top events, competitions and exchanges with professionals.

Dance

  • Dance studio and training rooms directly on campus
  • Classical ballet, contemporary and modern dance

The international Swiss Academy dance programme offers:

  • Holistic overall support (individual and group) by experienced dance instructors.
  • Coaching and support for a sustainable dance career from the Head of Dance.
  • Combination of dance and academic training with internationally recognised qualifications opening further educational pathways (e.g. Bachelor of Contemporary Dance)
  • Regular feedback on fitness level and additional athletic training.
  • Participation in dance events, rehearsal visits and workshops on nutrition and mental training.

Music

  • Collaboration with the Winterthur Conservatory, one of the oldest music schools in Switzerland
  • Preparation for entrance exams to music academies

Our music programme offers:

  • Structured programmes: Daily lessons, practice and rehearsal times that ensure a balance between school and music.
  • Personalised coaching: Individual and group sessions with experienced music coaches tailored to the specific needs of the students.
  • Regular 1:1 coaching sessions and workshops on topics such as music production, songwriting and stage presence.
  • Practical experience and performance opportunities: Live performances, including participation in concerts, recitals and orchestral projects provide practical stage experience.

In all three talent areas, we focus on balanced, holistic support for students and show them perspectives in case a professional career in sport, dance or music doesn’t work out.

Would you like to support your child in school as well as in sports, music or dance? At our City Campus, we offer your child an environment that will excite and encourage them. Make an appointment for a consultation.

ADVANTAGES OF THE TALENT PROGRAMME

  • Flexible curriculum, graduation with the globally recognised International A Level.
  • Sufficient time for training and practice; short distances to the training facilities.
  • Dedicated support in the talent area from our Heads of Sport, Dance and Music.
  • Holistic approach: the health and well-being of the students is our top priority.