Description:
If you are looking for quality Spanish language schools, IMAC is recognized as one of the finest Spanish Language schools. Offering programs backed with over 36 years of experience, we have the best selection in Spanish Language courses, locations and extra-curricular activities. Let us help you choose the program that is just right for you!
Spanish at IMAC Partner School in Alajuela
The school is located in La Guácima de Alajuela, a small village 18 miles northwest of San Jose, the capital of the country, and about 10 minutes from Juan Santamaría International Airport.
In this authentic town, people speak only Spanish, and the families preserve the real "tico" lifestyle and enjoy hosting foreigners. Most of these families are related to each other, which permits our students to interact with more than one host family.
Our Partner School has a spacious, park-like campus with a swimming pool, which offers a relaxing atmosphere for students. Students can combine classes with swimming, playing soccer, basketball or volleyball, or resting under the shade of a tree.
Classes are often held in open-air classrooms surrounded by beautiful gardens and a wide variety of trees, flowers, birds and other animals.
Safety is a plus at the school for our students, due to the small size of the town.
The school also offers services to make your Costa Rica trip unforgettable, including assistance with:
- Economical Car Rentals
- Lodging
- Tourist Information
- Transportation Service
- Pre-packaged or customized tours with knowledgeable, bilingual Guides
- Currency exchange
- Internet access
- Mail service
- Telephone / Fax
- Parking
Spanish at IMAC Partner School in San Jose
Our partner school offers Intensive Spanish Language courses and so much more! Established in 1991, our partner school also offers Spanish and English taught elective courses through our qualified faculty. Enjoy all of Costa Rica's culture and adventures and gain university credits throughan experiential program.
Our partner school is located in San Jose, Costa Rica a lively, exciting city. The school has seven specialized departments: Architecture, Advertising Design, Digital Animation, Film and Television, Interior Design, Product Design and Photography. The study abroad program has been in operation for 11 years. Projects focus on hands-on experience.There are 12 different intensive Spanish courses offered. All classes cover reading, writing, grammar and speaking language acquisition techniques. Students are given the opportunity to practiceusing authentic language situations.Classes are never conducted with more than 10 pupils, which is conducive to a highly successful learning experience.
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Extra Curricular Activities in Alajuela
Classes are often held in open-air classrooms surrounded by trees and a wide variety of flowers. Students can also plan field trips with their teachers to local places of interest, such as the post office, the bank or the market, as well as to San José. In such cases, the study of Spanish is integrated into the trip. The school will also help students who wish to travel in Costa Rica to plan their tours.
Every week the school will offer you Latino dancing classes (Salsa, Merengue and Cumbia), and you will also learn how to prepare some typical dishes in the cooking classes.
Other activities you are able to do during your stay:
- Horseback riding
- Butterflies Live workshops
- Exercises in/out of the water with a professional trainer
- Art workshops
- Bowling
- Movies
Extra Curricular Activities in San Jose
- Free tropical dance lessons once a week.
- Soccer, Basketball and Volleyball Team games (co-ed)
- Conversation Partner program with Costa Rican Students
- Typical Latin American food cooking lessons (trimester fee)
- Museum, Artisans Market and other visits
- Music Jam club: (bring your instruments)
- Christian Youth group
- Volunteer work with underprivileged children in the afternoons
- Day and Weekend trips to beaches, Mountains and volcanoes
Language:
Spanish
Language Used As A Medium of Teaching:
Spanish
Subject Area:
Spanish
Cost in US$: Please visit website for more information.
Cost Includes: Airport pickup and drop off, home-stay with a local family within a walking distance, private bedroom, three meals a day, laundry service, a Spanish Workbook and other materials, small classes (4 max. per instructor), all Costa Rican instructors, snacks during breaks and use of our facilities.
Credit Available: yes
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Application Process Involves:
Typically The Application Process Time Is 10 min
Post Services Include:
Alumni Network
Job and Internship Network
Year Founded: 1977