Welcome to Aalborg Sports folk high school
Sport, community, experiences, and new friendships
At Aalborg Sportshøjskole we welcome international students from all over the world who would like to experience how it is to live on a Danish sports folk high school (Idrætshøjskole) in their gap year.
What is Aalborg Sportshøjskole?
Aalborg Sportshøjskole is a Danish folk high school - a school where you learn, live and play sports together with other young people in the age range of 18-25 years (older students are welcome as well). It is a boarding school, where the strong community is built by shared interests and a motivation for learning more, starting new friendships and having fun together. There are no exams at the school, the high school kitchen staff prepare delicious meals and snacks 3-6 times every day, and you live in rooms with 2-3 other high school students.
Where is Aalborg Sportshøjskole located?
Aalborg Sportshøjskole is located in the heart of one of Denmark’s major study cities. Therefore, you will find lots of cafés, restaurants and venues/events for young people near the school. Aalborg is located beautifully by the fjord and offers many recreative areas as well, and Aalborg Airport is just 5 kilometers away from the city, easily connecting us to the world.
How do you live at Aalborg Sportshøjskole?
At Aalborg Sportshøjskole, you live in an apartment with 2-3 other students. The apartments are between 35 and 40 square meters and consist of a small entrance, a large room, a kitchenette with a refrigerator AND your own toilet and bath 🚽🛁. See more about our rooms here.
How are the facilities at Aalborg Sportshøjskole?
At Aalborg Sportshøjskole, we have some of the best facilities in the country for climbing, strength training, CrossFit, and fitness. In addition, we have an outdoor bonfire area and all the equipment needed for water sports and outdoor activities. See a map of our facilities here.
What about the food at Aalborg Sportshøjskole?
Our kitchen staff serves three main meals and three snacks every day. On weekends, a delicious brunch is served, and there is always fruit, tea, and coffee available. Food is more than just fuel - it's a fantastic source of new and exciting experiences for your senses. Therefore, we offer varied and exciting meals that challenge your taste buds and stimulate your senses with new flavors, textures, and ingredients. Our skilled chefs ensure that food from all corners of the world is included, giving you the opportunity to try new dishes from different cultures.
What will you get at Aalborg Sportshøjskole?
You will join a community of other young students with whom you will share wonderful experiences, a lot of fun and personal growth. Our teachers are highly dedicated to their sports and subjects, and we offer you the best conditions to leave the school wiser and richer in experiences and friendships - and in better shape than when you started.
45+ subjects to choose between
Agility Ambulance Anatomy, Nutrition, and Training Beachvolley Boardsports Bouldering Cardio CrossFit The Debate Philosophy Fitness Football Innovation and Creativity | Know Yourself Climbing Climbing and Bouldering Climate Activists Choir Creative Arts Mindfulness Music Outdoor Padel Personal Training Police Politics, Society, and History | Psycholog Gymnastics Powerlifting Strength Training Surfing Swimming Teambuilding Hiking Volleyball Weightlifting Yoga |
Instructor Training Programs
While attending Aalborg Sportshøjskole, you have the opportunity to take a wide variety of different instructor training programs and coaching courses. These courses can be a gateway to an exciting student job.
| Climbing Instructor Coaching Education First Aid Course | Fitness Personal Trainer Nutrition Advisor Education Sports Massage | Strength Training Strength and Physical Trainer |
How about the language?
If you want to join us at Aalborg Sportshøjskole, we recommend that you understand and speak English. As a Danish folk high school, the main language in our classes is Danish. However, we will translate to English if necessary. Our teachers and most of the Danish students speak English, and we know from experience that international students quickly mingle and form lasting friendships with the Danish students due to the boarding school environment. Living, learning and laughing together is a good – even though you speak different languages.
How long do you stay with us?
Most students stay a semester, which is 20 weeks in the autumn and 24 weeks in the spring. Midway in both semesters there are new students arriving, making it possible to take 12 weeks at the folk high school as well. You can choose new subjects and classes midway in every semester.
How much does it cost?
Registration fee: 2.000 DKK 💰
Weekly price for the first 6 months / 24 weeks: 1.745 DKK per week 📅💵
Subject account 12 weeks: 1.500 DKK / 20 or 24 weeks: 2.500 DKK
The price includes food, accommodation, teaching, weekends as well as the opportunity to use all the facilities. The price for travel is additional – read more about our trips here.
📌 Spring team from January 5 - June 21, 2025
Register fee: 2,000 DKK
Subject account: 2,500 DKK
Weekly price of 1,745 DKK for 24 weeks: 41,880 DKK
Basic price: 46,380 DKK
📌 Spring team from March 30 - June 21, 2025
Register fee: 2,000 DKK
Subject account: 1,500 DKK
Weekly price of 1,745 DKK for 12 weeks: 20,940 DKK
Basic price: 24,440 DKK
Explore the world with Aalborg Sportshøjskole
We open the doors to a world of adventure and educational experiences. Our trips and tours are tailored to broaden your horizons, challenge your limits, and enrich your folk high school stay with unforgettable memories. Whether your passion is nature, culture, sports, or adventure.
Group Trip to Norway (August) 🏞️
Cultural Trip to Sri Lanka (October) 🕌
Ski Trip to Austria (February) 🎿
Cultural Trip to South Africa (March) 🦁
Group Trip to France (May) 🍇
Contact
For more information or questions, you are welcome to contact us.
Principal
+45 20 84 83 25
erik@sportshojskolen.dk