Learn Spanish and Experience Real Adventure!
Location
Venezuela: Merida, Playa Colorada
Description
We offer three types of program at two different locations/bases:
1) Travelling Classroom - Our award winning travelling classroom program is a unique blend of learning Spanish and travelling adventure. Based in a beautiful country of huge diversity with golden palm fringed beaches, exotic jungles, spectacular and mysterious mountains, ancient indigenous cultures and the beat of exotic Latino! Based at our Caribbean Lodge on one of Venezuela's best beaches, Playa Colorada (the coloured beach!), in Mochima National Park, you take adventure travel expeditions while learning Spanish. Duration either 8, 12 or 24 weeks these programs are action packed and life changing!
Start Dates:
* 2012:3rd Dec
* 2013: Jan 14th, Mar 11th, 6th May, 1st July, 29th Jul, 7th Oct, 2nd Dec
Prices:
* 5 Weeks - USD 2,250
* 8 Weeks - USD 3,495
* 12 Weeks - USD 4,595
* 24 Weeks - USD 6,995
2) Learn Spanish & Volunteer - Based in either Merida or Playa Colorada this program involves combining the Intensive Spanish program for week 1 (of the 5 week Learn Spanish & Volunteer Program) or weeks 1-4 (of the 8 week Learn Spanish & Volunteer Program) with an additional 4 weeks of Volunteer Work in either Merida or Playa Colorada (depending on location of work placement). There are many placement options available including conservation, community improvements and working with street kids.
Start Dates:
* Merida - Every 1st and 3rd Monday every month.
* Playa Colorada:
- 2012: Jan 16th, Mar 12th, 7th May, 2nd July, 30th Jul, 8th Oct, 3rd Dec
- 2013: Jan 14th, Mar 11th, 6th May, 1st July, 29th Jul, 7th Oct, 2nd Dec
Prices:
* 5 Weeks - USD 995
* 8 Weeks - USD 1,995
3) Intensive Spanish - Students can enroll in this program at either our Posada in Merida, in the foothills of the Venezuelan Andes, or at our Caribbean Lodge on Playa Colorada in Mochima National Park. The program is the same at each location and features 20 structured lessons per week tailored to your ability. Each morning Monday-Friday you will receive 4 hours intensive general Spanish tuition comprising four 45 minute sessions with 15 minute breaks.
Start Dates:
* Merida - Every Monday
* Playa Colorada
- 2012: Jan 16th, Mar 12th, 7th May, 2nd July, 30th Jul, 8th Oct, 3rd Dec
- 2013: Jan 14th, Mar 11th, 6th May, 1st July, 29th Jul, 7th Oct, 2nd Dec
Prices:
* Intensive Spanish - USD 345
* Volunteering only - USD 215
Highlights
Our teachers have been carefully selected after considering their qualifications, experience and enthusiasm - and an ability to create a friendly atmosphere where the students have the confidence to communicate, express themselves and learn. Classes focus on developing communication skills so that students are able to put their knowledge to practical use as soon as they step outside the classroom.
Our teaching method enables students to develop four basic skills: listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. The idea is to learn Spanish in a natural and spontaneous way, just as students have learned their mother tongue. Our students speak Spanish right from the very first day, using it in typical real-life situations: the basic syllabus is supplemented by special exercises, such as role-play, situational dialogues and work projects. Outside the classroom the learning process continues as you are immersed in Spanish language and culture.
On the Travelling Classroom we will introduce you to the culture of the Warao and Pemon indigenous Indians, and you will live in lush primary jungle and savannah terrain. Your Spanish classes won't be in stuffy classrooms but in the open air of the real South America!
You don't have to be super fit - just have a sense of adventure and want to experience life! All trips, accommodation, breakfast and dinner (plus lunches when travelling)*, pickup from Barcelona airport and transfer to Caribbean Lodge upon arrival, and more are included in the program price.