The making of memories
A harmonious blend of a teacher’s mission with a passion for passing on knowledge and sporting values: Body, mind, theory, practice and new experiences and challenges are all in unison. What could be more current than rising to the challenge of offering an alternative to the digital age: discover an unforgettable summer! Commit to adventure, nature, real life and what’s genuine.
Once upon a time…
Two Valaisan villages write a beautiful summer tale between «friends»
In 1989, a first version saw the light of day in Champery. A model “Jeunesse Sport et aventure” started to take its form with its enthusiastic returnees. A concept was born. Since then, with Patrice Journé’s drive, it continued to grow and diversify without renouncing its fundamental principles. Today, its 13 different camps welcome your children every summer. Two exceptional sites are on offer at Siviez and Haute-Nendaz in the Valais. Two chalets built for welcoming youths meet the strictest safety standards for accommodating large groups of children.
A man’s drive at the service of a curious youth
With Patrice Journé, a pedagogue of sport and knowledge, it’s always an interesting encounter: you can talk to him as an activity leader, teacher, trainer, coach, state technical director (tennis), golf, or theatre fan. A life inspired by sport in all its forms: initiation, teaching and competition. A career history as well as an entrepreneurial project or passion and management all combine to successfully overcome financial restraints, transcend sporting knowledge and promote the transmission of knowledge.
Sporting and pedagogical expertise opening hearts and shaping your talents
It all began on a tennis court in Paris, where instructor P. JOURNE welcomed his first student... and delivered his first lessons as a coach, in 1975. A few years later, he moved to Wiesbaden, Germany, to take charge of a tennis school. Then, everything moved quickly and powerfully... In 1983, Patrice Journé was appointed coach of the national training staff of the Swiss Tennis Federation. Six years later, he was coaching players on the ATP circuit. After a decade at the highest level, another adventure awaited him: managing and then running a structure dedicated to children and teenagers. CJSA was born. Quickly, the path was set, centered around a strong idea: to bring together sports, adventure, and knowledge in the heart of Valais. The goal was to offer young people unforgettable experiences and invaluable life lessons.
Our accommodation
Chalet la Cité Joie
Haute-Nendaz (VS)
Chalet with 120 beds
Meets all current safety standards for children's accommodation.
Dormitories of 4 to 8 beds
Separate rooms for boys and girls
Chalet Les Raffles Switzerland
Siviez, Nendaz (VS)
7kms from Haute-Nendaz
Chalet with 100 beds
Meets all current safety standards for children's accommodation.
Dormitories of 4 to 8 beds
Separate rooms for boys and girls
Chalet Déserteur
Haute-Nendaz (VS)
80 beds
Meets all current safety standards for children's accommodation.
Dormitories of 6 to 8 beds
Separate rooms for boys and girls
Les Gentianes Chalet
Haute-Nendaz (VS)
130 beds
Meets all current safety standards for children's accommodation.
Dormitories of 6 to 8 beds
Separate rooms for boys and girls
Chalet la Rosa Blanche
Le Bleusy, Haute-Nendaz (VS)
Chalet de 28 places
Meets all current safety standards for children's accommodation.
Dormitories of 4 to 8 beds
Separate rooms for boys and girls
Professional and
motivated staff
Under the guidance of a director, our team is made up of:
• Activity leaders with camp leading certification (BAFA and/or J+S) who guide the participants through the activity.
• Specialised supervisors qualified with state or national certified sporting qualifications (windsurfing, tennis, climbing, canyoning, mountain biking and orienteering, etc…)
• Our qualified language teachers who are in their final year of teacher training or Master’s degree.
Safety – our priority!
For over 20 years, CJSA has maintained the highest standards of safety for your children. All facilities and equipment, especially aquatic, comply with safety regulations and are regularly tested by cantonal experts. Canyoning, orienteering and climbing activities are led by external experts.
Any medical issue is handled by the Accident and Emergency paediatrics department at the Hospital of Sion.
