SPANISH PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
SA Manuel Antonio

Our partner Spanish language school (SA Manuel Antonio) was founded in the early 1990's and today is considered one of the best Spanish language schools in Costa Rica (Manuel Antonio). This Spanish language school offers excellent quality personalized Spanish language instruction for students of all levels of Spanish proficiency. This Spanish language school has developed a reputation for providing personalized attention to all Spanish students in a comfortable and friendly atmosphere. Over the years this Costa Rican Spanish language school has taught Spanish to thousands of individuals from all over the world.

The Spanish language school is located right next to Manuel Antonio National Park (Quepos is the town) which is one of the most beautiful park and beach areas along the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The Manuel Antonio National Park offers the visitor stunning white sand beaches, rainforest, and abundant flora and fauna. The amount of wildlife is incredible. All of these things you have access to after your Spanish language classes in the afternoons or on the weekends. The Spanish language school can help to set up many interesting activities.

Spanish language classes in Manuel Antonio (Costa Rica) start every Monday of the year. The type of Spanish classes and the many different levels available at the Spanish school allow students to study and learn Spanish in a short period of time.

Students have the choice of taking Spanish classes in a group setting, in a combination setting (private and group Spanish classes) and in a private class only setting. Spanish language courses can cover general topics or specialized Spanish language topics if desired.

Depending on the time of year, Spanish classes are held during the mornings or afternoons. All Spanish classes have a maximum of 5 students which help to ensure that each student is able to study and learn Spanish in a productive environment.

Throughout the week, SA Manuel Antonio will offer a variety of cultural activities and explore Costa Rica activities. Each week the Spanish language school will have a list of upcoming activities available.

• You can study Spanish close to one of the most beautiful beach/park areas that Costa Rica has to offer.
• This region of Costa Rica is home to a wonderful array of plant life and wildlife. In particular, Manuel Antonio Park is recognized as one of the best natural parks in the country.
• The area around Manuel Antonio (Quepos) has endless activities to keep even the most avid outdoor enthusiast entertained.
• Close by the Spanish language school you have the town of Quepos, small, but very well known for its abundance of bars and restaurants.
• San Jose is less than 3 hours away by bus, and 20 minutes by airplane.
• It is possible to get to most locations of interest in Costa Rica in less than 5 hours.
• It is the ideal location for those individuals who want to get away from the city life and experience something far more relaxing.

Group 4 Spanish Program: Students meet for four lessons per day from Monday through Friday, in mini groups of never more than 8 students. These Spanish classes run from 8 am to 12 pm or from 1 pm to 5 pm (depending on number of students at the Spanish school).

Private 4 Spanish Program: One-on-one Spanish language instruction is designed especially for people who want to progress at their own pace, work on specific vocabulary, have special needs or who have limited time available. The scheduling for these classes is similar to the Group 4 Spanish Program.

Combined Spanish Program: This is an excellent Spanish program. It allows people to study and learn Spanish in a very short period of time. In the mornings you will take the Group 4 Spanish Program. In the afternoons you will then take 2 lessons per day of private Spanish language instruction. The afternoon session can be used to reinforce what was learned in the morning or can be used to cover new Spanish language topics.

• Private room with a local host family.
• 2 meals per day with host family
• Laundry service with host family
• Access to e-mail and fax service (small fee)
• Books, handouts, etc.
• Airport pickup
• Cultural Activities
• Academic credit available

Spanish classes in Manuel Antonio (Costa Rica) begin every Monday of the year except when a holiday falls on that day.

• Cultural activities
• Weekend Excursions