Pura Vida, a phrase that embodies the Costa Rican culture, lays the groundwork for why you should integrate yoga into your visit to the country. At School of the World, our naturally stress-free environment, experienced yoga instructors, and ability to […]
Spanish as a Second Language Believe it or not, there was a time not too long ago when researchers, educators, and policymakers all thought that being bilingual was a cognitive roadblock that would make learning and general intellectual development more […]
10,000 miles from Home – Tanay Segu Pura Vida…this term is spoken by everyone in Costa Rica from the cab drivers to the store owners and the surfers when parting ways after a surf session. Pura Vida translates to “Pure […]
Hola SOTW community! We hope all of you are safe and healthy during this challenging time. Two weeks ago Costa Rica closed its borders, schools, restaurants, bars, and beaches. These proactive measures have kept the number of COVID-19 cases comparatively […]
William Sheldon – Ageless School of the World Surfer Taking in all the sights and sounds of a circus of noisy vibrant colorful birds in the lush Costa Rican jungle while waxing my board in the warm soft sand, two […]
