GAP Year/Semester Swimming Elite Program in Spain – 2025/26

Swimming

Spend Your Gap Year/Semester Swimming & Studying in Seville, Spain

Are you an elite-level high school swimmer looking for a unique and rewarding experience before starting college?

Our Gap Swimming Elite 2025/26 program offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to live, train, and study in Seville, Spain, while continuing to compete at a high level.

Why Choose the Gap Swimming Elite Program?

Seville isn’t just one of the most beautiful and culturally rich cities in Spain—it’s also home to one of the top swimming clubs in the country.

Through our program, swimmers train and compete with Mairena Swimming Club Sevilla, a prestigious club that has developed athletes for national and international competition.

This program is ideal for athletes who want to:

  • 🏊 Maintain elite-level training and competition during a gap year or semester
  • 📚 Take academic courses at the University of Seville or study Spanish
  • 🌍 Immerse themselves in Spanish language, culture, and daily life
  • ✈️ Gain independence and global perspective before entering college

Whether you're preparing for collegiate swimming or simply want to keep your training sharp while exploring the world, our program combines athletics, academics, and cultural immersion in a supportive, structured environment.

Program Highlights:

  • Year-round or semester options available
  • Elite swimming training with experienced coaches at Mairena Swimming Club Sevilla
  • Access to academic courses and Spanish language study
  • Full cultural immersion in the heart of Seville
  • Guided support from our on-site staff

📅 Application deadline for 2025/26 is June 1.

📩 To get started, contact Program Manager Sean Chipres at seanrc@saiie.com

🌐 Or visit our website to learn more and apply: https://www.saiie.com/gap-year-spain/swimming-elite-spain