want to learn Spanish while staying in one of the Standard Program.

The difference is that

SA TAMARINDO the most beautiful locations in Costa Rica. under this option you will receive an additional
City: Playa Tamarindo 2 hours per day of instruction in the afternoon.
The school in Tamarindo, Costa Rica is sit-
Population: 10,000-15,000 uated in one of the most beautiful beach towns in Private Classes (4 lessons Per Day): If you are
Latin America, far away from polluted and noisy looking for an intensive program or need special-
School Name: SA Tamarindo cities. The school itself is very centrally located in ized instruction, then the private class option is
School Location: 600 yards from the beach Playa Tamarindo and just minutes walking from for you. One-on-one instruction is designed es-
the beach, restaurants, bars, and anything else pecially for people who want to progress at their
Website: www.spanishabroad.com/ you want to do in this town. SA Tamarindo offers own pace, work on specific vocabulary, have
tamarindo.htm a variety of well thought out Spanish language special needs or who have limited time available.
programs. Students can take 4 or 6 lessons per
PLAYA TAMARINDO day of Spanish language classes in a group set- ACCOMMODATIONS
ting. Futhermore it is possible to take private
Playa Tamarindo, on Costa Rica’s west Spanish lessons if you prefer something more Air Conditioned Residence. Located at the
coast on the Nicoya Peninsula in Guanacaste, intensive or want to cover specialized topics. Spanish school, the residence is an extremely
is one of the country’s most spectacular popular option. Currently the school has 4 large
beaches. The white sand and crystal clear wa- A very popular program offered by apartments. Students staying at the Spanish
ters attract nature lovers, surfers, giant-turtle this Spanish language school is the Span- school residence will share a room with other
watchers and sun-seekers all year round. For ish & Surf Program. This great program al- students along with common areas: living
the outdoor enthusiasts, sports of all sorts lows people to take Spanish classes in the room, kitchen and bathroom. The residence
are available. The town also offers art galler- morning and then get Surfing classes in the option is perfect if you prefer not to stay with
ies, handmade crafts from around the world afternoons. Board rental is also included! a host family, don’t mind sharing an apartment
and a wide variety of restaurants and cafes. with others, and like to be walking distance
Tamarindo’s night life includes night clubs, live SCHOOL FACTS from everything in Tamarindo, Costa Rica.
COSTA RICA

concerts, bars, a casino and local “fiestas” that

• Comfortable facilities Host Family. Living with a Costa Rican host
move from town to town but are never far away.
family is a great way to learn more about the
• 600 yards from the water
No region of Costa Rica displays its cul- culture while also having another place where
tural heritage as does Guanacaste. The cul- • Indoor / Outdoor classrooms you can practice your Spanish. The Span-
ture owes much to the blending of Spanish and ish school has carefully selected a number
• Air conditioned residence option
Chorotega. Guanacaste is famous for traditional of families to help make your stay enjoyable.
fiestas. The schools take students to one of the • Reputable school
Typical families will host one to two students at a
many villages in the area to participate with the
time. Each student will receive his/her own room
local people in celebrating their “Patron Saints PROGRAM OPTIONS and will get two meals per day (breakfast and
Day”. You will be part of the Costa Rican style
Standard Group classes: 4 lessons per day dinner). Additionally each student will get a key
rodeos and bull riding. This is an authentic
in class sizes of no more than 6 individuals. to allow them to come and go as they please. The
experience to be in contact with the Guana-
Average class size ranges from 4-6 students. homestays can be considered relatively small
castecans and their rich culture and traditions.
During four lesson sessions (in the morning or and basic. However do not let this deter you.
in the afternoon), students participate actively Costa Rican are well known for their hospitality!
WHY PLAYA TAMARINDO? in a small group environment. Each student is
• Authentic Spanish culture and spirit assured attention to his individual academic CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
needs. If total immersion becomes a difficulty,
• Warm beautiful beaches The Guanacaste province is located in
we offer supplemental instruction in English
the north of Costa Rica about 100 miles from
• Endless outdoor activities once a week in order to clarify any doubts.
San José. The coast is indented with bays,
• 72ºF to 92ºF year round Spanish & Surf classes: The Spanish por- peninsulas, and warm sandy beaches that
tion of this program is identical to the Stan- are some of the least visited, least acces-
• Nearby national forests
dard Group classes. The difference is that sible, and yet most beautiful in the country.
• Pristine landscapes you will also get surf classes as well. During National parks like Santa Rosa, Monteverde
• Painted sunsets the first 2 weeks of the program you will re- Biological Cloud Forest Reserve, Arenal Na-
ceive 6 hours of surf instruction. Additionally tional Park or Rincón de la Vieja are just a few
SCHOOL OVERVIEW you will get surf board rental during the en- of the locations that students may wish to visit.
tire 2 weeks. If you want to do 3 or 4 weeks,
The school has a list of activities that
This Spanish school (SA Tamarindo) you will get surf board rental and one surf trip
their students enjoy doing, such as cook-
offers one of the best Spanish language pro- each week (week 3 and 4). A great option for
ing traditional foods, learning popular Latin
grams in Costa Rica. The school is located in those who want to learn Spanish and Surf!
dances, plus taking nature hikes and more.
a beautiful rainforest setting just minutes walk-
ing from the beach in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Intensive Group classes: The perfect Span-
We feel this is a perfect setting for people who ish program for someone who prefers a more
intensive course. The format is the same as

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