Greek Language and Culture Program on Paros

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.

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.