Spanish Courses in Guatemala:
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Guatemala
In La Antigua, 25% of the participants’ school fees contribute to a local aid project to create libraries for children and teenagers.
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Population aid project
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Population aid project
Our school in La Antigua supports a humanitarian aid programme to build libraries in the rural parts of Guatemala. 25% of your course fees will automatically go towards this project, so by taking a language course in La Antigua you will automatically support these charitable causes.
46% of the rural population (many of them children) in Guatemala are
illiterate. It is the aim of the project to supply textbooks to all schools
in Guatemala to help people learn to read and write.
Our students are warmly invited to visit the libraries and the schools
in order to take a look at the project and meet some of the children
the project is aimed at. The children love meeting our students and take
great pleasure in picking up a few English words.
Guatemala
The population of Guatemala is originally Indian and has its roots in a rich Mayan and Indian culture. The people are extremely hospitable and extend a warm welcome to all visitors.
La Antigua
La Antigua, the former capital of Guatemala, has been designated as
a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and is one of the main attractions of
the country.
La Antigua is rich in architectural jewels of the Renaissance and the Spanish
Baroque styles. The city is situated in a superb landscape with impressive
volcanoes.
The school
Our school offers a comfortable and very welcoming atmosphere for students
from around the world. Lessons are on a one to one basis which is ideal
for students who want to learn Spanish quickly and effectively. Additionally,
students learn a great deal about the Guatemalan lifestyle and culture.
The school offers many excursions, for example a visit to the colourful
Indian market in Chichicastenango, as well as Salsa and cookery courses
.
Most students' favourite excursion is a trip to Lake Atitlan, which is
situated in the most beautiful nature resort in the country. You can
visit the Indian villages by the side of the lake or climb the surrounding
volcanoes. The school also organises trips to excavation sites, to the
ruins of the Mayan culture and the colonial era, as well as visits to
museums and folk festivals.
Brief information
| Average group size |
| Individual lessons |
| Students |
| Adults of all ages, minimum age 18 |
| Language levels |
| all |
| Internet access |
| internet access is available in the school for a small fee; Wireless LAN. |
| Average temperature |
| 22 ° |
LISA! Quality Mark
Excellent value individual private lessons enable students to progress rapidly. The package is very reasonably priced and is ideal for students who want to learn Spanish and get to know Guatemala. Our language school is recognised by the Ministry of Education in Guatemala.
Sightseeing in La Antigua
Antigua Guatemala, formerly Santiago de los Caballeros, is situated
on the Agua Volcano. The town has ca. 30 thousand inhabitants and is
a cultural stronghold with its many churches and ruins.
The town was built in Spanish colonial style which can still be seen
in parks, churches and other buildings, and it has a rich tradition in
folk songs.
Until 1773, when it was destroyed by an earthquake, Antigua was said
to be the most beautiful town in Guatemala. In 1979, the town was given
the status of World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.
You can see many of the buildings that have been rebuilt and renovated
around the Plaza de Armas, e.g. the Palacio de los Capitanes Generales
as well as the Museo de Santiago and the Museo del Libro Antiguo. We
also recommend a visit to the cloister las Capuchinas.
Accommodation
Family: In single room (SR) with full board (FB) except on Sundays when no meals are available. Average distance from the school: 8 minutes walk.
Courses and prices
| Star Course | ||
| 20 or 30 lessons (50 minutes each ) private tuition per week | ||
| Prices in £ | Family SR FB | |
| 20 lessons | 30 lessons | |
| 1 week | 377 | 411 |
| 2 weeks | 583 | 642 |
| 3 weeks | 744 | 832 |
| 4 weeks | 910 | 1,024 |
| 8 weeks | 1,759 | 1,959 |
| 12 weeks | 2,592 | 2,896 |
| extra week | 215 | 240 |
Dates and services
| Outbound travel day: | Return travel day: |
| Sunday | Saturday |
| Course start dates: | |
| Courses begin every Monday | |
| No lessons on the following dates: | |
| 01.01.; 02.04.; 05.04. 03.05. 24.05.; 05.07.; 01.11.; 09.12.; 25.12.; 26.12. | |
Package includes:
- Language course as booked
- Accommodation as booked
- Loan of course materials
- Organised social/activity programme
- Travel advice and information
- Certificate on course completion
Additional services:
- Extra nights without lessons: £ 15
- Single transfer from airport to accommodation: £ 34
Travel
We recommend that you book a flight to Guatemala City. There is a bus or taxi service from Guatemala airport to Antigua. Alternatively, you can book the school's transfer service from the airport to your accommodation. Due to high demand for flights to Guatemala, we recommend booking your flight early. For further information and advice, please contact our staff.