Description

Speak Spanish from the start at ACUPARI Language School, in Cusco, the amazing capital of the ancient Inca Empire. Cusco is one of the favorite destinations for Spanish students from all over the world. ACUPARI, in its beautiful colonial house in Cusco's historic center, offers all levels of Spanish and Quechua courses.

Students can immerse themselves in private or group Spanish courses at a standard or a more intensive level. ACUPARI has over 15 years of experience teaching languages to travelers from all over the world. There are Spanish courses in such areas as social, academic, tourist, business, medical, or other professions. All of our courses immerse you, in Spanish conversation, so right from the beginning you are speaking Spanish. What ever your need, at ACUPARI, you will find your Spanish course.

Besides Spanish courses we also offer one-to-one Quechua courses, the language of the Incas. The hands-on classes are complemented by visits to markets and village communities.

Register now and learn Spanish and Quechua in a breathtaking setting while being immersed in the Spanish language, and Peruvian culture and history. Each student's language experience is enhanced via Tandem conversation practice -- a FREE service to all of our students. Tandem is a conversation method in which two students, that have different maternal languages, help each other mutually to learn the other's native language.

And if you really want to immerse yourself and have a great opportunity to practice Spanish -- why not opt for staying with one of our host families? You will be a member of the family, sharing meals, conversation, and other wonderful experiences.

Additionally, ACUPARI hosts a variety of free and fun social events for its students to further immerse them into the Spanish language and culture, such as Salsa lessons, Peruvian cooking, international movie nights, and excursions to interesting sites.

Our professional and certified teachers from the Cusco region, all use a diverse, interactive, and intercultural methodology to immerse the student, from the start, into Spanish conversation. Their teaching methodology is kept current by continuous training on a regular basis.

Highlights

* Immersion courses in Spanish and Quechua
* Free Tandem Conversation program
* Homestay with a local family for a complete Spanish immersion experience
* Airport transfer in Cusco at arrival to your host family or hotel.
* Salsa classes every Wednesday afternoon
* Peruvian cooking class every Friday
* Great day trips twice a month to local archaeological sites in and around Cusco (tourist ticket needed)
* Multicultural get together every other Wednesday, for all who want to practice and improve their Spanish.
* Movie nights and cultural events in Spanish and German.
* Table tennis
* PC with internet, wireless internet access, SKYPE.
* Jungle and Trekking Tours with discount for students

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Languages

• Quechua
• Spanish

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• German
• Quechua
• Spanish

Subject Areas

• German
• Intensive Language
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

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Program Fees Include:

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Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 2-5

Application Process Involves

• Other

ACUPARI Language School's Mission Statement

ACUPARI Language School is dedicated to the promotion of cultural interchange, via its language courses and social projects, between Peruvians and citizens from all over the world. ACUPARI is also completely committed to social projects and community efforts, throughout Cusco and its outlying areas. Any ACUPARI language student that has completed a minimum two weeks Spanish course can participate in one of a range of volunteer opportunities benefiting one of several Peruvian institutions.

Year Founded

1990