Student Wellness

Some of the best experiences begin with a simple decision: say yes to something new. Our overnight trip to Monts Chevreuils Hut was exactly that: an opportunity to step away from routine, embrace adventure, and experience the mountains in a way that challenged, rewarded, and connected everyone involved. With backpacks packed and spirits high, students set off on the hike towards the hut, winding their way through forests, alpine meadows, and mountain trails. While the views w

Every year, the Swiss Education Group (SEG) Sports Day brings together students from across the network in a celebration of competition, teamwork, and school spirit. This year, however, it became something even more memorable for SHMS Leysin. The results alone were remarkable. Our volleyball team went undefeated throughout the tournament, football secured 1st place, and basketball fought hard to earn a place on the podium with a 3rd-place finish. Together, these performances

In hospitality, we often talk about the importance of communication. Whether welcoming guests, managing teams, or working across cultures, success depends on our ability to connect with others. Recently, students from SHMS Leysin and Les Roches discovered that one of the most effective ways to do exactly that is through sport. Our friendly football match against Les Roches brought together students from different campuses, backgrounds, and experiences for an afternoon of comp

What happens when students swap classrooms for a football pitch and take on their lecturers and staff in a friendly match? More than a few goals, plenty of laughter, and some surprisingly competitive moments. The recent Students vs Staff football game was a reminder that learning doesn't only happen in lectures. On the field, experience met enthusiasm as staff members brought years of teamwork, resilience, and strategic thinking, while students contributed energy, creativity,

As students prepared for Sports Day SHMS Leysin had the opportunity to take part in a friendly basketball match against our peers from Glion Institute of Higher Education. While the game provided valuable practice ahead of the upcoming competition, its impact extended far beyond the scoreboard. Sport has a unique ability to bring people together, and this match served as an excellent example of how shared experiences can strengthen relationships between students from differen

Lessons in leadership on the slopes.

Benefits of spending time outdoors for the students of SHMS Leysin.