Study Spanish in Costa Rica
The intensive Spanish language program at the School of the World is designed to help students become proficient and comfortable communicating in Spanish. Students attend language classes with native Spanish speaking instructors and class sizes are small to assure each student receives personal attention. Beginner 1, Beginner 2, Intermediate, and Intermediate-Advanced class levels are available.
The Spanish lessons cover new material for approximately two hours per day in class and then students meet again with an instructor for another one to two hours per day for labs. Labs are optional (unless you are getting college credit) and are designed to reinforce the lessons covered in class through homework assistance, games, readings, conversational practice, study aids, and lessons about Costa Rican history, culture, and foods. Classes meet Monday through Friday, and weekends are left open for students to relax or travel independently. The third weekend (in the four week program) is a designated long weekend (no classes on Friday through Sunday) so that students can take a longer trip to explore Costa Rica . Spanish programs are available in one, two, and four week durations year-round and can also be combined with Surfing, Yoga, or Digital Photography classes.
Special note : All fieldtrips are subject to availability. The School of the World staff can arrange additional field trips for students. Possibilities include deep-sea fishing, sailing, kayaking, horseback riding, canopy tour, and sunset boat trips to name a few. Prices for these vary according to availability, number of people going, and the season, but we can definitely help you receive a discount on these fun activities in our area. In addition to helping you set up extra-curricular activities, we can also help you plan your weekend trips to other destinations in Costa Rica.
Downloads
- Spanish Syllabus 101, 102, 201, 202 (word)
- Spanish Course Descriptions 101, 102, 201, 202 (word)
- Spanish Placement Test (word)
- Sample Schedule (excel)
This combo is one of our most popular programs. The Spanish class schedule is written with the tides and best surf times in mind so that you can learn the language and enjoy Jaco's favorite pastime.
Note: Surfing is a sport that is determined by ocean and weather conditions. The School of the World reserves the right to determine if a class will be cancelled due to scheduling conflicts, dangerous wave heights, or bad weather conditions (i.e. lightning). We aim to take students surfing every day possible, but safety is our primary concern.
Spanish and Surfing Four Week Program
$2045 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
College credit is available for this program (Spanish)
Includes:
Lodging ($1495 without lodging)
38 Hours of Spanish Class
Approximately 36 Hours of Spanish Lab (optional unless you are taking College Credit)
Daily Surfing (Mon-Fri) (includes surfboard, guide/instructor, and transportation)
Kayak/Snorkel Trip* - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
Waterfall Hike* - Hike to a beautiful waterfall known as "Three Pools" and spend the morning swimming in the refreshing pools.
Nature Hike* - Take a trip with a naturalist guide to see the rainforest and all that it has to offer. Monkeys, toucans, poison dart frogs, and other wildlife are often seen on this trip.
*Advanced surfers can substitute this field trip for a surf trip to a local break (which one depends on the conditions)
Spanish and Surfing Two Week Program
$1165 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
Includes:
Lodging ($905 without lodging)
19 Hours of Spanish Class
Approximately 18 Hours of Spanish Lab (optional)
Daily Surfing (Mon-Fri) (includes surfboard, guide/instructor, and transportation)
Kayak/Snorkel Trip* - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
Waterfall Hike* - Hike to a beautiful waterfall known as "Three Pools" and spend the morning swimming in the refreshing pools.
*Advanced surfers can substitute this field trip for a surf trip to a local break (which one depends on the conditions)
Spanish and Surfing One Week Program
$645 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
Includes:
Lodging ($515 without lodging)
9
Hours of Spanish Class
Approximately 8 Hours of Spanish Lab (optional)
Daily Surfing (Mon-Fri) (includes surfboard, guide/instructor, and transportation)
Kayak/Snorkel Trip* - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
*Advanced surfers can substitute this field trip for a surf trip to a local break (which one depends on the conditions)
Practice Yoga and study the native language of Costa Rica. Each Yoga class is approximately one and a half hours with three to four hours per day of Spanish classes.
Spanish and Yoga Four Week Program
$1945 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
College credit is available for this program (Spanish)
Includes:
Lodging ($1395 without lodging)
28
Hours of Yoga Class (1.5 hours per day)
38
Hours of Spanish Class
Approximately 36 Hours of Spanish Lab (optional unless you are taking College Credit)
Kayak/Snorkel Trip - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
Waterfall Hike - Hike to a beautiful waterfall known as "Three Pools" and spend the morning swimming in the refreshing pools.
Crocodile River Tour - Take a trip on a boat up the Tarcoles River with a guide to see the large number of American crocodiles, lizards, and birds that live in and around the area.
Spanish and Yoga Two Week Program
$1115 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
Includes:
Lodging ($855 without lodging)
15
Hours of Yoga Class (1.5 hours per day)
19
Hours of Spanish Class
Approximately 18 Hours of Spanish Lab (optional)
Kayak/Snorkel Trip - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
Waterfall Hike - Hike to a beautiful waterfall known as "Three Pools" and spend the morning swimming in the refreshing pools.
Spanish and Yoga One Week Program
$620 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
Includes:
Lodging ($490 without lodging)
7.5
Hours of Yoga Class (1.5 hours per day)
9
Hours of Spanish Class
Approximately 9 Hours of Spanish Lab (optional)
Kayak/Snorkel Trip - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
SPANISH AND DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY |
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Digital Photography can be combined with Spanish to learn how to get the most from your camera while learning the local language. Each photography class runs approximately two hours per day.
Spanish and Photography Four Week Program
$1945 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
College credit is available for this program (Spanish)
Includes:
Lodging ($1395 without lodging)
38
Hours of Digital Photography Class
38
Hours of Spanish Class
Approximately 36 Hours of Spanish Lab (optional unless you are taking College Credit)
Kayak/Snorkel Trip* - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
Waterfall Hike* - Hike to a beautiful waterfall known as "Three Pools" and spend the morning swimming in the refreshing pools.
Nature Hike* - Take a trip with a naturalist guide to see the rainforest and all that it has to offer. Monkeys, toucans, poison dart frogs, and other wildlife are often seen on this trip.
*Advanced surfers can substitute this field trip for a surf trip to a local break (which one depends on the conditions)
Spanish and Photography Two Week Program
$1115 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
Includes:
Lodging ($855 without lodging)
19
Hours of Digital Photography Class
19
Hours of Spanish Class
Approximately 18 Hours of Spanish Lab (optional)
Kayak/Snorkel Trip* - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
Waterfall Hike* - Hike to a beautiful waterfall known as "Three Pools" and spend the morning swimming in the refreshing pools.
*Advanced surfers can substitute this field trip for a surf trip to a local break (which one depends on the conditions)
Spanish and Photography One Week Program
$620 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
Includes:
Lodging ($490 without lodging)
9
Hours of Digital Photography Class
9
Hours of Spanish Class
Approximately 8 Hours of Spanish Lab (optional)
Kayak/Snorkel Trip* - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
*Advanced surfers can substitute this field trip for a surf trip to a local break (which one depends on the conditions)
Spanish Four Week Program
$1615 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
College credit is available for this program (Spanish)
Includes:
Lodging ($1085 without lodging)
38
Hours of Spanish Classes
Approximately 36 Hours of Language Labs
Kayak/Snorkel Trip* - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
Waterfall Hike* - Hike to a beautiful waterfall known as "Three Pools" and spend the morning swimming in the refreshing pools.
Nature Hike* - Take a trip with a naturalist guide to see the rainforest and all that it has to offer. Monkeys, toucans, poison dart frogs, and other wildlife are often seen on this trip.
*Advanced surfers can substitute this field trip for a surf trip to a local break (which one depends on the conditions)
Spanish Two Week Program
$940 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
Includes:
Lodging ($680 without lodging)
19
Hours of Spanish Classes
Approximately 18 Hours of Language Labs
Kayak/Snorkel Trip* - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
Waterfall Hike* - Hike to a beautiful waterfall known as "Three Pools" and spend the morning swimming in the refreshing pools.
*Advanced surfers can substitute this field trip for a surf trip to a local break (which one depends on the conditions)
Spanish One Week Program
$505 (U.S.) Prices valid through December 2008
Includes:
Lodging ($375 without lodging)
9
Hours of Spanish Classes
Approximately 9 Hours of Language Labs
Kayak/Snorkel Trip* - Kayak along the coast and snorkel in the warm tropical waters of the Pacific. A variety of marine life can be seen around the reefs including tropical fish, lobster, corals, and much more.
*Advanced surfers can substitute this field trip for a surf trip to a local break (which one depends on the conditions)
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