Learn

English
in a
different
way!

2022
international
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california language academy
President’s Message ......................................... 4
About us ............................................................. 5
CLA family .......................................................... 6
Memberships & Accreditations ....................... 6
Experience California ....................................... 8
Los Angeles ........................................................ 9
CLA Los Angeles School.................................... 10
San Diego .......................................................... 11
CLA San Diego School ..................................... 12
Nationality Mix ................................................... 14
Testimonials ........................................................ 14

english programs
Program Intensities ............................................ 16
Class Schedules ................................................. 18
General English ................................................. 19
Premium Electives ............................................. 21
Exam Preparation .................................. 21
Pathway to College ............................... 22
Business English ....................................... 22
Corporate On-Site ............................................ 23
Foreign Languages ........................................... 25
Private Lessons ................................................... 25
Junior Study Tour ............................................... 27

accommodations
Homestay ........................................................... 30
Shared Apartments ........................................... 30
Student Residence ............................................ 30

activities
Adventure Tours ................................................ 32
English Plus ......................................................... 32
 welcome to
california language academy
Dear students,
Congratulations on taking the first steps toward the adventure of a lifetime! AII of us at
CLA are so excited to be a part of your journey. As you take the brave plunge into
moving to a new country, we encourage you to immerse yourself in the new culture and
remember that we are here for you every step of the way. At CLA, we offer a broad
range of English programs, accommodation options and student services to give you an
authentic California experience. We dedicate ourselves to creating personalized and
intimate language classes that provide you with a home away from home.

“ It was our dream to run our own

school and I can’t believe how
amazing it is to help our students to
achieve their academic and
professional goals by getting
“ My dream has always been to
create a school where students
and staff feel at home in a
community of amazing people,
and I sometimes can’t believe
English Language Programs from that this dream has become a
California Language Academy. reality. After establishing our Los
CLA offers more than just language Angeles location, opening a
classes: we are proud to be part second location in San Diego
of the local and global community was something I felt very
and hope to make a positive impact passionate about since it is my
in everything we do. Our passionate hometown. Having schools in
“
and skilled team members guide our
students toward making a
“
both Los Angeles and San Diego
has allowed us to expand our
difference in the world. family even more.

Hasan Altuntas Alissa Olgun

CLA President CLA Co-founder
about us
California Language Academy was founded in July of 2010 with the mission of
providing personalized, intimate, and engaging language learning services.
Together, we have established high-quality, family owned and operated
language schools that offer small class sizes to meet the individual needs of each
student’s learning goals and objectives. We employ highly-qualified and
dedicated instructors and our comprehensive curricula are designed to build
students’ skills and self-confidence when communicating in English, or a foreign
language, in an academic or professional setting.
California Language Academy is passionate about the success
you are part of a family
Our mission is to provide high quality, personalized
of each of our students. language training that can be immediately
applied in the real world.CLA is a language school
that offers measurable, highly personalized, immediately
practical and socially relevant language study
programs in individualized class settings, study-and-travel
WE BElieve CLA is unique group packages and on-site business programs.
At CLA you are not just a student,
We believe language is living and California Language Academy
vibrant. It must be EXPERIENCED in is unique because it is a family you are part of a big family!
order to be fully appreciated and owned and operated business
understood. We further believe where our team is friendly,
that learning a language is not just professional, attentive and highly
done through a book, but through responsive. Our schedule is flexible,
and the quick assessment of
reading, writing, speaking, listening
student skills and challenges
and practicing to the language in
creates a more “catered” client
the real-world.
service.

personalized programs
For students to succeed, our programs are structured into small and
engaging classes in which students interact in a learning environment
memberships and accreditations
while mastering the four learning objectives. Each week we adapt
the class syllabi to incorporate current events and “hot topics”
of the week to show students how to immediately apply their
language skills in the real world.

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 experience the amazing california
The “Republic of California” is big enough to be a nation, and in terms of
tourism, if it were a nation, it would be well recognized as one of the top five
world tourism destinations. And that is hardly surprising. California is the
most diverse state in the USA, and the state with the
widest range of tourism opportunities.

From the snowy peaks of the Sierra Nevadas with their winter ski resorts, to the
sun-drenched beaches on the coast between Los Angeles and San Diego.
From the Alpine landscapes and massive forests of Sequoia National Park to
the stunning rock-formations of Yosemite. From the dramatic coastal
landscapes like Big Sur and small towns of rural California, to the great city of
Los Angeles and the unique historic city of San Diego, California has
something for everyone... and plenty for everyone.
And of course California is a lot more than that; it is a state with
amazing wildlife, it is Hollywood and Disneyland, Silicon Valley
and Palm Springs; plus it’s one of the world’s major
wine-producing areas,and so much more!

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Los Angeles
Los Angeles is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United
States, with a melting pot of different cultures, languages, food and traditions.
Los Angeles is often billed as the “Creative Capital of the World”, one in every Average
Temperature:
six people works in a creative industry. According to the USC Stevens Institute 63.8°F
for Innovation, “there are more artists, writers, filmmakers, actors, dancers and
musicians living and working in Los Angeles than any other city at any time in
the history of civilization.” So if you are out having dinner with friends, the
person sitting next to you could be a famous Hollywood Celebrity! Average
Sunny Days:
292
Los Angeles is a unique city because the temperature is sub-tropical with
many beaches, yet snow-covered mountains are less than 70 miles away.
The temperature in Los Angeles is fairly consistent, where it’s not too hot and
not too cold, but just right. California Language Academy is perfectly located Coast
within a couple of miles from the best beaches in the world with Santa Extension:
Monica Beach and Venice Beach only a short distance from our school. 75 miles

cla Campus - los angeles

The school is located in Silicon Beach, next to companies like
Google, Yahoo!, Youtube, Microsoft and many more!
Walking distance to public tronsportation, shopping centers,
coffee shops, restaurants, markets, parks ond banks. Close to
beaches like Venice, Santa Monica ond Manhattan Beach.
Easily accessible to attroctions like Hollywood, Disneyland,
Beverly Hills and Universal Studios.
The campus provides free wi-fi, a cozy
Address: student lounge where students can get
8632 S. Sepulveda Blvd. to know each other, share their
#203 experiences and hangout together, a
Los Angeles, CA 90045 kitchen, classrooms with audiovisual
equipment, a library, and all necessary
Phone: amenities.
+1 (310) 910-0133
Activities are frequently managed by
Max. occupancy: 550 CLA staff, inside and outside the school,
Classrooms: 10 to improve not only English learning, but
Average class size: 12 the experience of the American
culture. All CLA English programs are
Operation hours: available at the Los Angeles campus,
8 am to 7 pm online and in-person.

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San Diego
San Diego is America’s finest city and one of the top destinations in the
world to study English. With its gorgeous beaches, friendly people and its safe Average
and modern city streets, San Diego offers a relaxed environment to study and Temperature:
67.8°F
make friends from all over the world! La Jolla Shores, Coronado Island and
Carlsbad beaches have been rated “Most Gorgeous Beaches” in the USA
multiple times.

Average
California’s second largest city and the United States’ eighth largest, San Sunny Days:
Diego is renowned for its ideal climate, 70 miles of pristine beaches and a 263
dazzling array of world-class family attractions, like the San Diego Zoo and
Safari Park, SeaWorld and Legoland. San Diego offers things to see and do for
students of all ages. The Pacific Ocean coastline supports year-round outdoor
recreation, such as surfing, sailing, swimming and important scientific research Coast
Extension:
at the Scripps lnstitution of Oceanography. San Diego County promises a truly 70 miles
remarkable vacation experience for everyone.
cla campus - san diego
The school campus is located in Downtown San Diego, a 15
minute walk to the Gaslamp District, next to attractions like
Seaport Village, Little ltaly, Petco Park, Unconditional Surrender
Statue, USS Midway Museum, San Diego’s Fish Market, and
beaches like Coronado lsland and La Jolla Shores. Walking
distance to public transportation, shopping centers, coffee
shops, restaurants, markets, parks and banks.
CLA San Diego campus provides
Address: wheelchair access, free wi-fi, a cozy
444 West C Street, student lounge where students can get
#420 to know each other, share their experien-
San Diego, CA 92101 ces and hangout together, classrooms
with audiovisual equipment, a library,
Phone: and all necessary amenities.
+1 (619) 955-5528
Activities are frequently managed by
Max. occupancy: 250 CLA staff, inside and outside the school,
Classrooms: 8 to improve English learning and
Average class size: 10 experience into the American culture.
All CLA English programs are available
Operation hours: at the San Diego campus, online and
8 am to 7 pm in-person.

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 Join our growing family of 2000+ students from 72+ countries

“Teachers do their best to ensure

teaching quality to their students.
Thank you guys, you are the best!”

Mert, Turkey

“ I truly enjoyed this experience and

thank you CLA for the great time!!”

Aoi, Japan

“Get to know all these people from

different countries and cultures made I’d highly recommend ESL program in
me more of a global citizen.“ “I love my CLA classes because the CLA for all the students that want to
group is international and we get to improve English.”
Crystina, Brazil share our experiences.”
Haider, Pakistan
Kenza, Morocco
 english programs
Learning a language can open up a world of opportunities. California Language
Academy can help you learn how to speak, read, and write in English and Foreign
languages. We offer personalized attention to each of our students by keeping
our class sizes small and intimate. We incorporate planned social activities and
cultural outings into our weekly lessons so that students experience the language
and learn to confidently apply their language skills in the real world.
We offer a variety of language programs, part-time and full-time,
in-person and online to cater to your needs.

Program intensities
Choose the program intensity that best suits your preferences. Each intensity has its own
quantity of hours per week and a combination of courses.
Intensity Hours per week Courses # of Courses

Standard 12 12 1&2 or 2&4 2

Standard 15 15 1, 2, & 3 3
Intensive 18 18 1, 2, & 4 3
Intensive 21 21 1, 2, 3, & 4 4
Super Intensive 27 27 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 5

Part-time and Vacation Programs: Standard 12 & 15

These two programs are the best option for those students who desire to study the
language but also want to have a more flexible during their time in California.

Full-time Intensive Program: Intensive 18 & 21 and Super Intensive 27

Perfect options for students that need or want to improve the English
language faster and want to study on a student visa. Students will
also be able to enjoy free time in the city after classes.

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 class schedules
am and pm programs Full-day programs
Class Hours Monday to Thursday Class Hours Thursday & Friday
8 am - 9:30 am Course 1 8 am - 9:30 am Course 1

AM Program
9:30 am - 9:45 am Break 9:30 am - 9:45 am Break
9:45 am - 11:15 am Course 2 9:45 am - 11:15 am Course 2
11:15 am - 11:30 am Break 11:15 am - 11:30 am Break

Full-day Program
11:30 am - 1:00 pm Course 4 11:30 am - 1 pm Course 4
1 pm - 1:30 pm Break

Course 1 1:30 pm - 2:45 pm Course 1

2 pm - 3:30 pm
2:45 pm - 3 pm Break

PM Program
3:30 pm - 3:45 pm Break
Course 2 3 pm - 4:30 pm Course 2
3:45 pm - 5:15 pm
Break 4:30 pm - 4:45 pm Break
5:15 pm - 5:30 pm
Course 4 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Course 4
5:30 pm - 7 pm

Course 1: Listening & Speaking

Prepare yourself to fullly immerse into the English language by listening to
conversations, music, movies, podcasts, tv shows, videos and practice what you
have learned by speaking in English inside and outside of the school.

Course 2: Reading & Writing

Books and tests will no longer be a problem to you. With these classes, students will
be able to read articles, news, stories and much more as well as write in perfect
English. You’ll boost your knowledge with tons of National Geographic materials.

Course 3: Accent Reduction and Vocabulary Builder

One of the most important things to have a fluent understanding of the language
is getting it right, by speaking and using the correct words. These classes will
provide you for activities that will help you speak just like a native American.
Course 3 is subject to availability. Classes are taken only on Fridays.

Course 4: General Electives

Choose one or more elective courses that best meets your goals and take your
learning to another level. Topics change about every four weeks and you can also
choose to upgrade a General Elective to a Premium Elective Course (Pathway to
College, Exam Preparation or Business English). Most Popular General Elective
Courses include: Everyday English, American ldioms, TED Talks, Conversation Skills.

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 it’s all for you!

general english program At California Language Academy you

will have what you need to
achieve your best!

Strengthen your English skills in our most popular program with a variety of exciting
Real-world Customized Monthly
courses! Improve your listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar with our application lessons Presentations
personalized, fully engaging classes and experienced, highly-qualified teachers.
Programs are open to all levels from Beginner to Advanced (a level test is given on
Orientation Day).

LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 Certificate of Small Class Individualized

CLA Beginner High-Beginner Pre-Intermediate Intermediate High-Intermediate Advanced Completion Sizes Reports
CEFR A1 A2 B1 B1+ B2 C1

Our mission is to provide high-quality, personalized language training that you can
immediately apply in the real world. You have the freedom to choose the course
that best meets your goals and will be taught by experienced faculty and staff
that are passionate about the success of each student.

General english highlights

Highly-qualified and experienced faculty that are
always available to help our students.
Programs are available at both Los Angeles
and San Diego campuses.
program objectives real-world practive Supportive staff that will help each student’s needs.
Learn English in engaging classes that Students will have access to Student strengths and weeknesses are taken into
will strengthen your learning progress up-to-date and intuitive consideration to understand, prepare and
with ineractive materials, fun classes materials provided by CLA and improve the individual learning process.
and individualized support. Activities will also practice what they
Apply what you have learned in the real-world.
inside and outside CLA will have learned with
Become part of the CLA family!
improve student progress. activities in the real-world.
General english information:
flexibility Program start date: every Monday
Choose from Part-time & Vacation Programs (Standard 12 and 15) to Average class size: 8 students per class
Full-time & Intensive options (Intensive 18, 21 & Super Intensive 27) Minimum level: Beginner
based on your own learning preferences. Levels offered: 1 to 6

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 Business English:
premium electives program The world of business is a multilingual
community. California Language
Academy’s Part-time and Full-time Business
English Programs are specifically designed
for international business people wishing to
Upgrade a General Elective Course to a Premium Elective! These various course improve their skills for the work
options are designed for academic students who want to go to college or need environment in order to find a job, advance
to pass an exam, like TOEFL or IELTS, or professionals who want to improve their in their job, or to improve confidence in the
academic and Business English skills. Students will learn Premium Elective skills and position they already have. Our Business English
improve all general English skill areas at the same time! Programs in Los Angeles and San Diego are the
perfect English programs to help students prepare
for whatever situation they find themselves in by
working on Business etiquette, memo writing, e-mail
correspondence, and office setting vocabulary.
Topics include: Resume Writing, Business
Communication and Vocabulary, Interview Skills,
Email Etiquette, and much more!

Exam Preparation:
Specifically designed for students who need English for language test. You will
improve the full range of language skills – speaking, listening, reading, and
writing. You will actively practice common oral communications, improve
speech patterns and pronunciation skills, and speak with others with
improved confidence about test specific topics. Furthermore, you will Pathway to College:
develop the grammar skills necessary to communicate clearly and CLA has built strong partnerships with several well-respected
accurately in all skill areas. You will develop a firm grasp of test specific colleges and universities. These schools will issue a conditional
vocabulary, etiquette, and practices and will learn how to manage your letter of acceptance! Upon successful completion of our
time wisely, how to effectively apply critical thinking strategies including programs, we can help you enroll in these colleges and
arguments, questioning, evaluation, and multiple points of view to draw universities without taking the TOEFL test!
conclusions, and how to use reflective learning strategies and Santa Monica College American University
self-evaluation techniques to monitor progress and learning. New York Film Academy Full Sail University
University of Central Florida Florida International University
It’s a perfect program for international students who want to Auburn University Louisiana State University
further their education at an American college or university (students will University of South California Adelphi University
get ready for the TOEFL iBT, IELTS, CAE/FCE and TOEIC or any other NP College University of the West
English proficiency exam), or for students wanting to advance within West Los Angeles College Westcliff University
their companies or career. California International Business University IGlobal University
...and more!

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 corporate on-site program
The corporate English training program can be held on-site at the Company’s
location for the convenience of your employees or at our own facilities. Each of these
classes will be closed groups specific to your company to ensure personal attention.
The Oral Business Communications will include, but are not limited to, training in
business presentations, informal negotiations, formal use of the language,
Culture and Etiquette in American Business, and listening development within the
business atmosphere. The Written Business Communications includes, but is not
limited to, training in various types of business correspondence, business reports and
proposals, and reading and vocabulary for specific business purposes.

how does it work?

Prior to the start of the program we meet with your company to fully understand your
business, the needs of your employees (accent reduction, fundamental language skills,
grammar, memo writing, etc.), and the goal of your organization. We then partner with
you to customize each Corporate On-Site Language Program to fit your specific needs by
including relevant documents, work orders, forms, industry specific vocabulary and other
materials that directly relate to your company. We also help you promote the program,
by motivating your employees to join and we conduct a level assessment for each of
your employees to create effective groups based on their language proficiency.

Classes held on-site at the company’s location for the ease of the employees.
Customized lessons that fit the exact needs of the company and its employees.
Class schedules are flexible and set by the company.
Company specific materials will be woven into the weekly lessons.
Maximum of 10 students per class.

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 FOREIGN LANGUAGE program
What makes California such a culturally rich and interesting place is its wonderful
diversity. Learning a foreign language can open up a world of opportunities at work
and in your personal life. Become fluent in the languages that make our cosmopolitan
region so special, like Spanish, Italian and more. Whether you want to study a new
language for new business opportunities, personal reasons or even for ease of travel,
our foreign language program is the perfect option for you!

group classes
Group classes available for Spanish and Turksih only.
Small, personalized group classes (min. of 3 students, max of 10 students per class).
Teachers are highly-qualified, passionate and native language speakers.
Classes are held 1½ hours per week for 6 consecutive weeks.
Three levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.

private classes
Languages offered: Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Turkish, and Russian.
Teachers are highly-qualified, passionate and native language speakers.
Schedule varies.
Three levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.

private lessons program

Our English and Foreign Language programs are designed to build your
confidence and instill the fundamental language skills needed in order to
succeed. Our private lessons were created to offer the same level of
professional guidance while offering a flexible schedule customized by you. You
will be given one-on-one personal lessons and can pick the subject matter that
you need the most assistance in.
Private instructions for personal, individualized attention.
Teachers are highly-qualified, passionate and professional.
Class schedules are flexible and declared by the student.
Classes are conducted in our modern facilities.

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 Junior study tour program
The Junior Study Tour Program is perfectly
designed for kids and teenagers to
study English in the morning, be immersed in fun, cultural activities unique to
Southern California in the afternoon and on the weekends. Stay with an American
Homestay and make friendships that will last a lifetime! Expand your cultural
knowledge, meet new people and learn a new language with CLA!

Junior Study Tour Program (JST) is divided into three options: Winter Program
(January), Summer Program (June/July) and Customizable Program (available for
groups year-round). JST Winter and Summer are available only at our Los Angeles age breakdown
campus while JST Customizable is availble at both of our campuses. 13 years old and under 21%
14 - 16 years old 40%
English classes, activities, homestay, and airport transfer included in the package. 17 - 18 years old 37%
Students under 18 years old must enroll in our JST program. 19 years old and over 2%

junior study tour highlights

Combine English classes with fun activities
Live with an American homestay and be exposed to
American culture and language around-the-clock
Meet students from all over the world
Receive a Newspaper with memories and pictures
and a certificate of completion
A trained and fun activity leader will guide
you on each activity
Our teachers are passionate and thoughtful

english classes activities program calendar sample

15 hours of high-quality 1 full-day activity per week
classes per week (Monday to Friday 4 half-day activities per week
from 8 am to 11:15 am) Experienced activity leader
Special CLA JST materiais Entrance fees included
Maximum student ratio: 16:1

homestay
Check-in: Saturday (between 3 pm and 10 pm)
Check-out: Saturday (before 11 am)
Breakfast and dinner at homestay
Shared rooms: 2 to 4 students per room
Daily transport to and from host available at additional cost

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 accommodations
We know that choosing the right accommodation option is important for your
experience and for the success of your stay. At CLA, we want to make sure that you
have the real California Experience, so we carefully screen our homestays and
partner with fantastic local residences and shared apartments to make your stay
unforgettable. All of our accommodation options are managed in house
and we are constantly looking for the best options for you!

homestay
One of the best ways to improve your English conversational skills and to learn
about Los Angeles and San Diego, is to live with a local American homestay. You
will be welcomed into their family and treated like you are part of the family!
California Language Academy students love to meet new people and practice
their English language skills as often as possible. All of our homestays are managed
in-house and we are constantly looking for the best options for you!

shared apartments
Nice and comfortable options for students who want privacy, but also enjoy a
multicultural environment. Shared Apartments are close to amazing beaches,
restaurants, grocery stores, bars and many other entertainment options. Usually, it
will take about 20 to 30 minutes from the location to CLA. Private or shared
(maximum of 4 students) options in a 2-suite apartment. Gym, wi-fi, fully-equipped
kitchen, swimming pool and many other amenities are available.

residences
Affordable and cozy accommodation option with 3 or 4 bedrooms shared with
up to 8 students. Apartments with modern rooms and fantastic amenities in a
location close to a variety of entertainment, natural, and cultural possibilities.

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 activities
At CLA, our goal is to provide a wide variety
of activities that inspire you to
apply your English skills in the real world. Los Angeles and San Diego are
both fun and exciting to explore on your own, with your family, or with your
classmates. You are encouraged to join our activities to use your English
skills in a real-world situation. Happy exploring!

adventure tours
Take advantage of your time in CLA to explore California even more and improve
your English. Visit stunning locations or venture into some of the best theme
parks in the world. Add one or more Adventure Tours Package to your
English Program and enjoy your time here in California

english plus
California Language Academy offers after-classes activities! Add one or more
English Plus Package to your English Program, make new friends,
and practice your English skills!

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Los Angeles
8632 South Sepulveda Boulevard #203
Los Angeles, CA 90045
+1 (310) 910-0133

San Diego
444 West C Street, #420
San Diego, CA 92101
+1 (424) 225 – 2375

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