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Learn Spanish in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Argentina’s name derives from the Latin word argentum, or silver, after the riches that early Spanish explorers and conquistadors hoped to find there.  While they did not find the fabled mountain of silver and gold that the El Dorado legends alluded to, they created the foundation for the country that would soon encompass the richest natural resources in South America.  Aside from the resources that can be extracted from the soil, the landscape itself is among the most beautiful in the world.  From the mountains of Patagonia and the islands of Terra del Fuego to the tropics at the southern edge of the Amazon basin, Argentina possesses a breathtaking diversity of climates and geographies that make it the perfect destination for an extended stay.

Buenos Aires, with its population of almost 3 million people, is the hub of South America.  Its port, which is the gateway for trade to all of Argentina as well as Paraguay, Uruguay, and large portions of Brazil, is one of the busiest in the world. Its busy streets packed with points of interest will please even the most cosmopolitan of visitors.  Buenos Aires is the birthplace of Tango and the center of the Argentinian cinema industry.  The University here has produced 5 Nobel prize winners and the city was considered the cultural capital of Argentina for the latter half of the last century (having wrestled this honor from the equally impressive city of Cordoba).  Buenos Aires is a busy, stimulating, and fun place to improve your Spanish and enjoy life.

The School

The school is located in the town center, in one of the most beautiful historical buildings from the 19th century. It is in close proximity to the "avenida 9 de julio", which is famous to be the largest street of Latin America with its sixteen lanes. The school is easily accessible by bus or subway and is near the shopping streets and the famous, lively areas where you will find restaurants and bars, and different buildings such as the Teatro Colon, Plaza de Mayo and the Obelisk.

With its modern facilities, its large and bright classrooms, the school provides you with all the necessary equipment to learn Spanish in a vibrant atmosphere. Class sizes are small, with an average of 4 students. Every teacher has a university certification to teach Spanish as a foreign language.

The Classes

We offer three programs in Buenos Aires, from beginner to advanced level:

• General Spanish Courses
  20 lessons per week with a maximum class size of 6 students. The classes are in the morning and focus on grammar and speaking.
• One-on-One Classes
  The aim of this program is to offer a personalized method of teaching which is tailor made for the specific needs of the student.  The program offers 10 private lessons a week.
• Combined Courses
  30 lessons per week. This program includes 20 group lessons (with a maximum of 6 students) plus 10 lessons a week of individual, private lessons. This program is suited for students who want to learn Spanish very quickly.

Classes start every Monday, year-round.  Programs run from Sunday to Saturday.

Activities and Excursions

Our event coordinator arranges activities which give students the opportunity to communicate and interact with each other, while introducing them to Buenos Aires’ attractions and entertainment scene.  Language skills learned in the classroom can be used in everyday situations and reinforce the student’s general use of the language.  Some examples of activities include: lessons in Tango and folk dances, visits to local bars, museums, concerts, dinners with the teachers and other students...

Weekend excursions: the school regularly offers weekend excursions to Mendoza (famous area for its wine production), the Iguazu Waterfalls (gathering place between Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil), traditional farms, and Colonia del Sacramento, an Uruguayan town and former Portuguese colony, which has been on the World Heritage list since 1995.

Accommodation

Host Family: Living with a selected host family in Argentina will enable the student to learn about Argentinian lifestyle thanks to first hand experience with culture and traditions.  Rooms are private and half-board is provided (2 meals a day).  Families are located a 20-25 minute bus ride from school.

Shared apartment: Shared apartments are ideal for people who are more independent and wish to meet both Argentinian and international students.  The apartments are situated close to coffee shops, pubs, restaurants and night clubs where students can easily meet new people and use their acquired language skills in a pleasant environment.

Fees

The complete fee structure for this program is laid out in the table to the right. Fees include:

• Program chosen by the student
• Accommodation with a host family in a private room with half-board (2 meals a day)
• Accommodation in a shared apartment if not in a host family
• Weekly room cleaning and laundry
• Placement test upon arrival
• Academic materials & books
•  Some activities and trips to places of interest
•  Certificate of completion
• Taxes

Fees don’t include:

• Flight
• Airport pickup to accommodation
• Transport on site

 

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