SPANISH PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
SA Malaga

Our Spanish language school in Malaga (SA Malaga) is a School situated in the upper scale Pedregalejo district. Over the years many students come to learn Spanish in Malaga as the Spanish school has earned a reputation as one of the best Spanish language schools in Spain. Students from all over the world have learned and perfected their Spanish at this quality language school while at the same time enjoying the best that Spain has to offer.

From the Spanish school in Malaga, the beach and the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean are only 300 meters away. You will find that this is residential area where most "Malagueños" come to spend their free time. Why? Because this area has nice city beaches, numerous bays, and authentic seafood restaurants that prepare their daily catch ´espetos´ right on the beach. Who could ask for something better? From Pedregalejo the city center is easy to reach, there is a bus stop next to the school, and the buses pass by at least once every ten minutes.

Currently the Spanish langauge school is located in two wonderful Andalusian villas full of light filled classrooms and a relaxing Mediterranean atmosphere. To allow the students to take advantage of the great weather while learning Spanish, you will find terraces on the roofs of each villa which offer a great place to relax, a place to talk with the other students, and finally, a terrific view of the mountains around Malaga. In addition to well appointed classrooms, students have access to a TV and video room, and a computer laboratory with e-mail service. Students will also find a small cafeteria that serves coffee, tea or juices, and bocadillos. In sum, this Spanish language school in Malaga has some of the nicest and most comfortable facilities you will find anywhere in Spain.

Come study and learn Spanish in Malaga as you will find lot of emphasis is placed upon the speaking ability (communicative approach) of the students.The Malaga Spanish school offers a variety of excellent Spanish programs designed for all different levels of Spanish. In some of the classes for example, students will have to prepare small oral lectures and presentations plus hold group discussions on the topics they have presented in Spanish. In addition audio and video equipment, songs, newspapers, magazines and language games are used to involve the many different ways the language can be used. It is a very effective way for students to study and learn Spanish.

Apart from learning the Spanish language, you will probably want to see more of Spain and to get to know more about Spanish life and culture. Therefore the Spanish language school in Malaga organizes a whole range of activities. During the week you will have the opportunity to partake in a variety of interesting activities ranging from Flamenco lessons to intercambios with Spaniards. During the weekends, students will also have a chance to participate in full day excursions to different points of interest within Andalusia.

As with many of our other language schools, the Malaga Spanish school not only provides general Spanish language study, but can also provide specialized programs for business people, lawyers, teachers, etc. Specialized language courses are offered under a private instruction format.

• Malaga is close to some of the nicest beaches in Spain.
• The city has some nice museums and interesting historical sites.
• The city offers a teeming night life, excellent transportation, great restaurants, and a very laid back atmosphere.
• Malaga has some of the best weather that Spain has to offer.
• Outside of Malaga, along the coast, lie some absolutely beautiful small towns and relatively secluded beach areas.
• From Malaga, one can easily get to any other part of Southern Spain in just a matter of hours.
• Nearby are the cities of Sevilla, Cordaba, Granada, and Gibralter, all of which are worth a visit.
• With just a few hours of travel time, you can go to Portugal or Morocco.

Standard Spanish Program: Group instruction 4 lessons per day, 5-8 students per class. Timetable of the Standard Course is 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (and 05.00 p.m. to 9 p.m.) The evenly matched groups contain a maximum of eight and an average of six students. This way you have plenty of opportunities to speak Spanish during conversation classes, and you soon get to know your fellow-students!

Intensive Spanish Program: Group instruction 6 lessons per day, 5-8 students per class. Timetable of the Intensive Course is 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Groups are set up in the same manner is the Standard Program. A very popular option for those serious about studying and learning Spanish.

One-to-one Spanish instruction: 4 or 6 lessons per day. This course is perfect for those who need specialized instruction or who will only be in Spain for a short period of time.

Specialized Spanish Instruction: Business people, lawyers, etc.

Start Dates for Classes: Beginners must start on the following dates. Anyone who is not a beginner can start on any Monday. Classes run Monday through Friday. Accommodations start on Sunday and end on Saturday. High Season: June 22 through Sept 13

• Private or shared room in apartment with other students, or with host family accommodation.
• 2 meals per day with host family. Apartments have kitchens so students can cook their own meals.
• Laundry service with host family. Apartments have their own facilities.
• Access to e-mail, phone, and fax service. These are to be used more for emergency situations.
• Within a short distance from the school is a cybercafe where students can surf the web, or send/receive e-mail
• Academic credit available

• Cultural activities and excursions (sometimes there is a fee for certain activities/excursions)
• Private room accommodations.