For an extra fee, students can enroll in French cuisine classes. As part of your language practice, the AIFS Director can introduce you to a French student learning English for friendly conversational practice. Grenoble is the French capital of winter sports and was the location of the winter Olympics in 1968. Downhill skiing is available just 30 minutes from the center of town. The University ski club has both weekday and weekend ski excursions throughout the winter, including downhill and cross country skiing.
Student discounts are available for sports such as rowing, fencing, tennis and swimming.
The AIFS Resident Director organizes a wide range of activities throughout the semester as well as advises students about classes, cultural opportunities and getting around. The Director also deals with all communications with the University for AIFS students and can answer any questions about academic, cultural or local life.