Spanish Language
& Costa Rican Culture
| Costa Rica
learn Spanish in the Happiest Country on the planet!
Experience with Arcos Journeys all the natural and cultural wonders of this unique Central American country. This program is based in the traditional town of Atenas, known for having the best climate in the world! Spanish classes are in the mornings, cultural and volunteer activities in the afternoons. There is a weekend excursion to the rainforest and a day excursion to the Pacific coast. Study at a language school with open-air classrooms spread about the hilly terrain of an orange and mango grove. Hear the sounds of tropical nature around you while practicing Spanish. Classes are designed with a communicative and interactive approach. With Arcos Journeys Abroad in Costa Rica you will greatly improve your understanding of Spanish and Costa Rica while having fun!
Program at a Glance
Ages: 13 - 18
Minimum Group Size: 5 students
Maximum Group Size: 20 students
Focus: Language & Cultural Immersion
Level of Spanish: All levels
Accommodation: Homestay / Hotels
Airport Code: SJO (San Jose International Airport)
Program Location: Atenas
What's Included
Room & Board | Tuition | Onsite Directors | Excursions | Cultural Activities | Airport Transfers | International Medical Insurance
Summer Classes & Descriptions
Spanish Classes
ATESA Spanish Academy
Highlights
Spanish classes weekday mornings (8 AM - 11:30 AM) with maximum size of 7 students per class.
Cultural activities in the afternoons to experience the very best of Costa Rica.
Group volunteer activity.
Excursions to La Fortuna in the Arenal Volcano region and Jacó Beach beach on the Pacific.
details
Airport transfers (SJO) by a program director.
Careful selection of homestays to match your interests and enhance your Spanish learning. Live conveniently within 15 minutes walking distance to the language school. Two to three students are normally placed per home and all houses have WiFi.
3 meals per day are prepared by your host in order to further experience Costa Rican cuisine and cooking traditions.
The Spanish school provides a mid-morning snack each class day which can include juice, pastries or tropical fruit from the property.
Cultural activities take place weekday afternoons after lunch and allow students to learn and experience the many unique aspects of Costa Rica. These can include a cooking class, art workshop, city tour, visit to an animal rescue center, and sports activities.
The first weekend is an overnight excusion to La Fortuna where you'll experience the thrill of a zipline through the rainforest and hiking to Costa Rica's premier waterfall.
The second week of the program you'll travel to Jacó beach for the day with a morning surf lesson and then a relaxing day at the tropical beach.
For those staying the third week you'll have an excursion to San José, the capital city, and another week of Spanish classes and afternoon activities.
This program accommodates all levels of Spanish learners. Just come with a desire to learn something new and experience the Spanish language first-hand!
typical day
Morning: Breakfast and walk to Spanish class.
Midday: Lunch and rest at your homestay.
Afternoon: Cultural activities and free time.
Evening: Dinner at homestay, relax, and a good night's sleep.
PROGRAM DATES
DURATION
SESSION
CLASS & HOURS
PRICE
Jun 07 - Jun 21
15 days
Summer I
1 class (30 hours)
$3,695
Jun 21 - Jul 05
15 days
Summer II
1 class (30 hours)
$3,695
Jun 21 - Jul 12
22 days
Summer II
1 class (45 hours)
$5,095
Jul 12 - Jul 26
15 days
Summer III
1 class (30 hours)
$3,695
Jul 12 - Aug 02
22 days
Summer III
1 class (45 hours)
$5,095
Attend two or more Programs For a 5% discount
