Exciting, emotional and surprising: summer in South Sardinia is simply memorable enjoying sport and adventure

Underwater explorations, bicycle hikes, hinterland hiking and more: summer is the perfect season to try adrenaline-filled sports and adventure at the exclusive Academies by Forte Village in South Sardinia.

With its breathtaking landscapes, hanging halfway between the turquoise beautiful sea (one of the best in the world) and the emerald of the lush Mediterranean nature, plenty of inebriating scents characterizing the long and lighthearted summer days, South Sardinia presents itself as the ideal place to experience unique and unforgettable emotions trying a wide range of activities designed for sport and adventure enthusiasts, from cycling to swimming, from sailing to diving, from hinterland excursions to boat or catamaran trips.

Opportunities that multiply in summer, the season in which the desire for adventure and emotions reaches its peak, enjoying much more daylight, the sea breeze caressing the skin and the playful atmosphere that invites everyone to challenge limits, discovering new sides of personality or simply bringing back old passions that seemed lost forever, escaping the frenzy and worries of everyday life.

A holiday to the ancient island of Ichnusa thus becomes an opportunity to break the routine, reviving childhood for a while, letting yourself be carried away by the voice of intuition and the desire to have fun and experience new emotions (the very essence of this magical time of the year). Emotions that feel even greater in the company of children, who will find here multiple possibilities to take their first steps in water, learn the basics of new sports and discover inclinations and passions to explore for a lifetime, maybe.

Experiencing all this, in a safe and sustainable way preserving the rich biodiversity of this incredible natural paradise, is now possible thanks to the excellent sports academies at Forte Village, a five-star resort that has stood out for decades for its variety of accommodation options, including elegant suites, private villas and bungalows overlooking some of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia, all designed to give the best comfort and privacy and equipped with refined furnishings and high-level services; for its very high quality starred restaurants housed within over 50 hectares of parkland, allowing guests to delight their palate with true culinary masterpieces prepared with love and passion by internationally renowned chefs, including Giuseppe Molaro, Massimiliano Mascia and Heinz Beck; and also for the great attention to physical activity, with a complete range of facilities and programs designed to satisfy athletes of all ages, experience and skill levels.

Sport Academies by Forte Village, the resort where sports never go on holiday

The pleasure of experiencing outdoor sports, surrounded by the splendid natural biodiversity of Sardinia: this is the common thread that links the vast and complete offer of the sports academies by Forte Village, the resort where sport never really goes on holiday.

Between boxing, fencing, triathlon and swimming courses, both children and adults will be able to discover new water or land disciplines enjoying group lessons designed to teach the basics of different sports in just a week, or maybe go for more specific and personalized training sessions designed to refine the technique followed by the watchful eye of great Italian and International former champions, who will land to the most exclusive resort in Sardinia to reveal the secrets of their disciplines to all new aspiring athletes.

Let’s discover together the Sport Academies that can make your holiday at the Forte Village Resort an unforgettable experience and let’s find more about the brilliant coaches who will share their experience, tips and talent to guide guests discovering new passions.

Mountain Bike and Road Bike Academy: the beauty of exploring Sardinia on two wheels

Sardinia is a paradise for mountain bike and road bike enthusiasts, who here will be able to pedal through lush oak and holm forests, on rocky paths and along breathtaking coastlines, with the possibility of making stops and admire spectacular unique views.

So, both Forte Village Mountain Bike and Road Bike Academies offer the opportunity to try your hand at routes designed for different levels and duration, which wind through a variety of terrains and so different levels of experience, from beginners to experts. With the attentive guidance of qualified instructors and cycling legends – including Fabian Cancellara, Fabio Aru (guest of the Resort from July 14 to August 2), the multiple Olympic champion Paola Pezzo (who will teach everyone all the secrets of cycling from August 22 to 31) and, last but not least, Filippo Pozzato (from August 26 to September 1) – guests of the resort will dive into the wild nature of Sardinia, in a safe yet fun way, and take the most evocative roads and panoramic paths of this land on mountain bikes or e-bikes made available by the resort.

Furthermore, for those who wish to explore the wonders of the island at their own pace and needs, the resort in Santa Margherita di Pula offers the possibility of renting different types of two-wheeled vehicles to discover the territory (the circular route that starts and ends in Teulada is highly recommended), roaming along the several cycle paths inside and around the resort, a safe option designed especially for families with children as these 74 hectares of land are completely closed to car traffic.

Swimming Academy: much more than a simple swimming school

From the land, let’s now move into the blue of the Mediterranean with the Swimming Academy, designed for new aspiring swimmers taking their first steps in water but also for those who already master the discipline and wish to perfect their technique under the guidance of the best legends of this sport such as Martina Morcavcová, twice silver medalist at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, guest of the resort from July 15 to 23, and Domenico Fioravanti, the first Italian to become Olympic champion in lane swimming and the first athlete to win both 100 and 200 meter breaststroke in a single edition of the Olympic Games, which will return to the island’s most beloved swimming school from August 24 to September 1.

The lessons, arranged at the well-equipped Water Academy and extended to a maximum of three individuals in order to allow personalized and tailored learning according to the needs of individual students, will be aimed to learn the rudiments of swimming in a safe environment. Swimming skills that can then be transferred also to the crystalline waters of the Sardinian sea, particularly calm and suitable for families with children as the seabed descends very gradually enabling parents to always keep the situation under control, the best option for everyone to get in touch with the rich marine life, discover hidden coves and enjoy an exciting experience in the wildest Sardinian nature.

Diving Academy, Sailing Academy and Coastal Rowing Academy: the adrenaline-filled activities by the exclusive Boat House

On the enchanting Forte Village beach, and more precisely at the well-equipped Boat House, guests will be able to discover the thrill of experiencing the sea firsthand, with the possibility of trying a vast range of water sports and activities.

Let’s start from diving, which differs from snorkeling due tothe use of oxygen tanks and wet suits in addition to the classic snorkel, mask and flippers, and obviously for the fact that this equipment allows you to go deeper underwater discovering the hidden secrets of the wonderful Sardinian sea, known worldwide for its clarity and the ecological richness that populates it. So, the Scuba Diving Academy, with its highly qualified instructors and cutting-edge equipment, allows beginners and experienced sea adventurers to learn how to breathe underwater correctly for the first time, but also to get internationally recognized certifications for swimming with fish in the open sea.

Sailing boat lovers will instead have the chance to dominate the vastness of the sea from a privileged point of view on one of the 40ft boats made available by the Sailing Academy, a wonderful way to sail to Costa Smeralda, explore the Maddalena Archipelago and reach astonishing coves accessible only by sea. The Sailing Academy also offers courses for children, with boats and programs designed specifically for young sailors to move the very first steps in sailing and learn how to sail safely into the wide blue while having lot of fun.

Another suggestive way to enjoy the beauty of the Sardinian coast is the coastal rowing, a variant of the classic Olympic rowing, from which it differs for the context of practice (marine waters are much different than calm hinterland waters) and for the type of boats used for this discipline, more robust and stable in the variation of single-seater (single), two-seater (double) or larger-seater (quad-seater and eight-seater), specifically designed to navigate in open waters depending on the needs of athletes.

The Coastal Rowing Academy provides courses suitable for different levels of experience, allowing both wannabe and expert rowers to learn techniques, improve their stamina and coordination. The training sessions alternate indoor activities designed to learn the basic technique (carried out at the Sport Academy Center) with practical lessons, taking place along the rugged Sardinian coastline, enjoying spectacular views during training to lighten up the mental and physical efforts required by this peculiar and complete sporting discipline. The Academy also welcomes children with lessons and equipment suited to their basic needs, enabling them to approach rowing in a safe and fun way in this stunning sea setting.

Triathlon Academy: combining three sports for an exciting challenge

Water and land come together in this complete and challenging discipline which alternates three sports disciplines, that are swimming, cycling and running, for a complete and versatile workout: that’s triathlon, a sports discipline first appeared in the late ‘70s after a challenge between US soldiers on a beach in Honolulu, Hawaii, and which today can also be experienced at the Triathlon Academy in Forte Village.

Here you will find personalized programs for all levels, from beginners to expert athletes, truly allowing everyone to discover the world of triathlon with special attention to the peculiarities of the territory and the natural resources of Sardinia. The training sessions involve swimming practice in the crystal clear Sardinian sea, cycling along the panoramic roads that cross the lush Mediterranean nature of the south-western coast of the island and running on breathtaking dirt paths or on a professional athletics track in Pula. For those who love challenges, there’s also a 25-meter long salt water lane to reproduce the resistance of open sea water, but in safer and controlled conditions. If you want to test yourself with the best athletes at the resort, don’t miss the competitions organized by the Academy to allow both adults and children to finally put their skills to practice with fun.

Discovery Sardegna, find out the island’s unique beauty and richness

Let’s conclude this roundup of exciting activities to practice at the sport academies here at Forte Village, the most loved resort in South Sardinia, with the interesting program of Discovery Sardegna dedicated to travelers who want to discover the island actively and adventurously through guided excursions and hikes, exploring hidden caves, lush forests and enchanting coves taking part to exciting hiking sessions, thus making steps into the discovery of the extremely vast natural richness of this land counting over 600 types of plants and 50 endemic animal species.

For further information or for booking a lesson at one of the Academies, please phone call to the number +39070 9218818 or write an email to holiday@fortevillage.com.

Do you want to spend a summer full of sport and adventure and experience a dream holiday in a true paradise? Discover the Forte Village Resort in Sardinia