IU SPAIN ALL INFO

IMPORTANT STAFF CONTACT NUMBERS:

WhatsApp and Phone, Call or Text

CAMP DIRECTOR Neil Curran - +353-86-601-8344

OPERATIONS Jacque Arend - +1-480-251-0027

CAMP LOCATION

Improv Utopia Spain takes place in Zenia Hostel, in the town of La Zenia on the Orihuela Costa in the Alicante province of the Valencia Region. Unlike our other retreats, this one is taking place in an urban location.

http://www.zeniahostel.es

Please arrive no later than 5:30pm.

SCHEDULE

  • FRIDAY

  • 4:00pm: Registration Opens - Arrival and Move In

  • 5:00pm: Reception - Nosh and mingle!

  • 5:30pm: Opening Ceremonies - Get acquainted with the weekend.

  • 6:00pm: Session 1 - First session with Instructor 1

  • 8:00pm: Dinner

  • 9:30pm: Welcome Mixer - BYOB

  • 10:30pm: Hang or bedtime - Lights out in rooms at 10:30pm.  

  • SATURDAY

  • 9:00am: Continental Breakfast - Help yourself

  • 10:00am: Session 2 - Second Session with Instructor 1

  • 1:00pm: Free-Time - Pack lunch and enjoy a full day of adventure and leisure. BEACHES Playa de la Zenia (35) | Plaza Playa Flamenca (15)

  • 6:30pm-7:30pm: Improv Jam

  • 8:00pm: Dinner

  • 9:00pm: Trivia - BYOB

  • 10:00pm: Hang or bedtime - Lights out in rooms at 10:30pm.

  • SUNDAY

  • 9:00am: Continental Breakfast - Help yourself

  • 10:00am: Session 3 - First Session with Instructor 2

  • 1:00pm: Lunch

  • 2:00pm: Free-Time - enjoy a walk or hang around for:

    • 3:00pm: El Workshopo

    • 4:30pm: Improv Jam

  • 6:00pm-8:00pm: Session 4 - Second Session with Instructor 2

  • 8:00pm: Dinner

  • 9:00pm: Showcase Showdown

  • 10:00pm: Hang or bedtime - Paddy’s Pub Night 

  • Monday

  • 9:00am: Continental Breakfast - Help yourself

  • 10:00am: Check Out

MORE INFO

  • Registration opens at 4pm on Friday. PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE EARLY.

    Arrive by 5:30pm to be greeted when you arrive. Please do everything you can to arrive by this time.

    If you will arrive after, contact the numbers above with your eta.

    Opening ceremonies is at 5:30pm.

    1st session is at 6pm, followed by dinner at 8pm.

    On Monday, check out is at 10am. Breakfast is the last meal in the morning at your leisure, and we say our goodbyes. Please aim to be out of your room by 9:45am.

  • ZENIA HOSTEL

    C. Francisco Salzillo, 10, 03189 Dehesa de Campoamor, Alicante, Spain

    http://www.zeniahostel.es/

    Click HERE for Map.

  • Please visit our ALL INFO DOC for more info about accommodations, merchandise and our dining experience.

  • This bill of rights is so that you feel comfortable knowing what you can do at camp. It is okay to make mistakes as we build a better community together.

    You have the right to be and feel safe during performances, camp activities and workshops

    You have the right to be treated respectfully.

    You have the right to set boundaries regarding physical contact and subject matter that might trigger a negative emotional response. You have the right to dictate what kind of physical touch you will receive.

    You have the right to immediately step out of any scene, performance or camp activity in which you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. And you have the right to excuse yourself from any scene or exercise at any time without explanation.

    You have the right to inform your teacher or camp staff of anything you want them to know ahead of time, such as physical or emotional conditions that might make playing certain games difficult or uncomfortably challenging.

    You have the right to speak to any camp staff member regarding behavior by any person that you feel infringes on your rights.

    If you are personally aware of any conduct that would have been a violation of your rights if directed toward you, you have the same right to report that conduct as if you were the target.

    You have the right to define what feels fun and what feels comfortable (and uncomfortable) for you without judgment from others.

    You have the right to turn down a suggestion you feel is demeaning.

    You have the right to fail.

    You have the right to be brilliant.

    You have the right to love your work.

    You are enough!

  • Covid test: We require proof of negative covid tests upon arrival to ensure the safest weekend possible.

    Acceptable tests (either/or):

    A negative at-home antigen test: 24 hours before arrival

    A negative PCR test: 72 hours before arrival

    To fulfill your testing requirement:

    Snap a photo of your test results to your phone and show that at check-in when you arrive.

    Please do not email them.

    The registration coordinators will request to see it in person upon arrival.

    If you feel at all sick, PLEASE DO NOT COME TO CAMP.

    If this is the case, please contact camps@improvutopia.org as soon as possible.

    You assume any risk while coming to camp.

  • Walk to the Shore - 

    Playa de la Zenia  35 minutes

    Plaza Playa Flamenca 15 minutes

    Walk to Paddy’s

    Paddy's Point Irish Bar & Restaurant 25 minutes

  • In our FAQ section on the website, look under the question "What to Bring" and you will find a list of recommended things to bring to camp. We also recommend that you bring allergy medicine if needed.

    If you have medication or special food needs that require refrigeration, you will have access to a fridge with 24/7 access to the kitchen.

    We’ve found it’s helpful to have 1 or 2 power bars and extension cords in your cabin.

    And, represent your theater or festival. Bring postcards, submission info, business cards, stickers, magnets and other giveaways!

  • Weapons, firearms & illegal substances.

    BYOB is enjoyed in the evenings after class session.

  • We do have WiFi at the hostel.

    WIFI INFO: Available on site.

    Share your experiences throughout the weekend on Instagram @improvutopia and in our FB Group, and be sure to use #IUSPAIN.

  • The hostel has 22 individual bunks/beds and 4-8 individuals in each room. Bedding and towels are provided by the hostel. One towel is provided for the weekend.

    We will assign your bunks upon arrival and we will do our best to meet accommodation requests.

    Snoring is bound to be an issue in every shared room. Bring noise machines, headphones for sleepy time music, ear plugs or other noise reducing tactics to help you get the best rest!

  • If you are not comfortable with speaking to a staff member:

    Report concerns safely, securely and anonymously 24/7. This can be as minor as feedback to the camp including class concerns or suggestions for counselors / staff. You can also use this to report uncomfortable interactions, fraudulent activity / theft, misconduct, discrimination, safety violations, or questionable behavior no matter how minor you feel your issue is. To file a report, click this link RedFlagReporting: and enter client code Utopia.

    We welcome you to use Red Flag Reporting to share with us any issues that occur with your Camp Utopia experience. We are looking for all feedback to continue to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

  • IU believes that every participant should feel safe from harassment and discrimination. If you feel you are being harassed, treated unfairly, or you feel unsafe, please do not hesitate to contact us immediately on site. Here is our Harassment Policy, and our Camper Bill of Rights, also pasted below.