Greek Language and Culture Program on Paros

I think it's a good place to learn. And there was the opportunity to get to know very educated people. I wish those days hadn't ended there. I met new fellowships from different countries Thank you for everything they gave us. My greetings to you

Since the first summer study trip in Greece I've appreciated how the school is well organized and how well prepared, professional and kind Andreas and all the ather teachers are. It's not easy to begin studyng a new language when you are 60, especially a language like Greek!! Andreas knows how to captivate us and how to help us to go through our difficulties. Whenever he realizes we are tired he cheers us up by telling a joke where we can learn new wordsor idioms; some times he takes us for a walk in the village, were we can chat with the inhabitants. He supports us in using what we have learned every day in class during our time outside. It is indeed a great and exciting experience. The hospitality and kindness of Greeks are indeed a great help for feeling involved and willing to partecipate more and more in the evryday life of the village. We spent some afternoons visiting archeological sites or museums, and even there Andreas is great as teaching and sharing the passione and love he has for his country and Greak history. All Greek courses give you the opportunity to meet students from other countries, which is not only a great chance to practice Greek, but also to interact with different cultures. I feel so grateful to Andreas and all the other teachers I've met during these yars! Furthemore online classes are a great opportunity to keep learning and practicing during winter time or a lockdown, in order to not forget what we have learned during the summer in Greece or winter courses in Athens, fantastic!!! Clara

Great experience that allows improving the language knowledge while having pleasant time with people from all over the world having in the meantime the opportunity to know deeply the local culture. The Cycladic style hotel is very nice and comfortable. I had lessons, study and other cultural activities in a quiet and relaxing environment but I had also the opportunity to swim in the nearby beach not crowded. The hotel is located in a small fully equipped village, from which it is easy to reach all the most worthy places, even the nearby island of Antiparos to visit the archeological site. Thanks to the enthusiasm and the excellent knowledge of the teachers I could enjoy lessons and free time in a extraordinary way. I suggest this experience both to those who are at the first contact with the Greek language and culture and to those who want to deepen their knowledge.

As a beginner, but passionate of Greece, I started Greek Classes with Andreas and his team. The lessons where really well done, and I am willing to take again other classes, next summer. The accomodation, in Paros, was very good, with nice studios. A typical day is made of lessons (morning), lunch altogether, free afternoon (Paros has nice beaches), maybe with some study to do, and the evening at the taverna, visiting Paros, all together.

My language course in Paros was a very great experience, because it matched my deeply love for the island with my growing need to learn the local language. For a couple of weeks I could share my progress in understanding a new language with people coming from all over the world. I used much time as I could to stay with the teachers, which of course were Greek, trying to develop my skills even out from the normal lessons schedule. And to be on site was a great advantage to prove my knowledge talking directly with local people, discovering local habits and exploring the tastes of the kitchen. I would sincerely recommend such a course, as it combines learning with having fun: you use your morning hours to learn something exciting like a new language, and then in the afternoon/evening you can join the extra activities with the rest of the schoolmate and teachers, or visit the island on your own, enjoying the sea and the marvelous villages of a greek island.

I had lessons with Andreas, from Alexandria Institute, for many years since I always wanted to learn, and then improve, the modern greek language and culture. The level of the Greek lessons is very high, and everything is fine perfect. They have levels from beginners (A1 ) to very deep knowledge of Greek language (C2) In a typical day I attend from 9h to 13h Greek lessons, then free afternoon or activities, with some study. Then evening dinner all together. During the week-end, all together, we visit other places of Paros or other islands close to Paros. Paros Island offers several touristic and cultural opportunities, with a very interesting Archeological Museum.

The program is offered in Paros, Athens and Chios. My wife and I attended the course in Chios in September 2020, and I would recommend it to anyone with an interest in learning Greek in a beautiful location. I honestly did not expect much from Chios (perhaps a couple of nice beaches), and I was astonished how lovely it is. There are beaches to suit every taste, (at least) three amazing old towns to visit and a bustling capital. You will need to hire a car to see the best of the island. The course in Chios is located in a beautiful spot, Voulamandis House, which also offers accommodation (we stayed there). The lessons are held outside, amongst the flowers. There was one class for higher-level learners, and another for lower level learners. The teachers are very knowledgeable and friendly - and good teachers! I learned a lot, and put it into practice in the afternoons, as we explored the island. I have rated the cultural activities slightly lower than everything else. Alexandria Institute did the best it could, but some activities simply were not possible due to Covid restrictions. This was a shame, but due to circumstances and not the school. We had fun together, either going out to restaurants or staying on site and watching films, etc in Greek. I hope to return to do another course.

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