Switzerland’s Hotel Bürgenstock launches Rafael Nadal Academy tennis camp for summer 2022

Bürgenstock Resort, one of the most visually stunning hotels in Europe, nestled atop the Swiss Alps above Lake Lucerne, has announced the launch of unique residential tennis camp run by the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar.

In this dramatic setting facing the Alpine valleys, lessons will be held at the resort’s Diamond Domes, an award-winning example of modern architecture and home to Bürgenstock’s three Davis Cup-standard hard tennis courts. Expert tennis coaches will deliver a program personally created by the 22-time Grand Slam champion, which uses the same training methods that made Nadal a legend of the sport.

The program integrates work on physical fitness, technique, tactics and a winning mentality, to help develop a unique playing identity. Designed to motivate, educate and inspire, it is individually tailored to grow talent, build a consistent game and become a champion competitor.

The Camp is open to both children and adults seeking to advance their tennis skills. Those who have played in the past and are capable to exchange rallies with a partner can learn can hone their skills, improve their game and work on mental training to improve weaknesses.

All the family can come together to hone their tennis skills whether a beginner or pro, returning home an all-round better player. Small group sessions allow for cross-court action with players at a similar level, as well as plenty of one-to-one focus on different aspects of the game.

The daily two-hour training sessions will cover all the bases. Some focus on the technical execution of the different shots. Other sessions will work on the tactical game, focusing on on-court positioning, directions, attack, defense and counterattack. In addition, real-competition tactical situations will be simulated in order to learn how to focus on the decisive points in a match.

Afternoons are free for guests to immerse themselves in the spectacular resort. Voted the best spa in Switzerland, the Alpine Spa is a majestic modern icon with 10,000 sq meters of restorative wellness. Iron out tight muscles with two spa treatments and two Ice Lab sessions included in each tennis package and relax in the infinity pool that seemingly floats above Lake Lucerne.

With full board included, and seven restaurants and three bars to explore, all culinary desires are satisfied. From award-winning Oak Grill & Pool Patio which serves up a Surf ’n Turf of Angus beef and grilled lobster, to Spices Kitchen and Terrace, a pan-Asian eatery famous for its exceptional Chinese, Indian, Japanese, and Thai cuisine.

Also included are two guided activities within Bürgenstock Resort’s 60 hectares of pristine Alpine forest. Choose from a 9-hole golf course, water sports, wine tasting, hiking and bike trails. Once a hideaway to Hollywood aces Audrey Hepburn and Sophia Loren, today guests at the luxury mountaintop resort continue to get the star treatment courtesy of the Rafael Nadal Academy Camp.

Dates: 22-29 August 2022

Adult Academy admission includes:

• Tennis academy as per Rafa Nadal program
• Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
• 2 x 60 min spa treatments per adult
• 2 x Ice Lab sessions per stay per adult
• 2 x guided activities per stay per accompanying adult
• Overnight stay in selected hotel and room type
• Rafa Nadal Academy equipment for the enrolled adult

Prices from £6,700 per person