Quick Facts
Program code
PM-CS100
Category
Language travel, Spanish course
Country
Panama
Location
Boquete
Program start
every Monday, all year round
Minimum duration
2 weeks
Minimum age
17 years
Contact us
Happy to help you
(+1) 954 762 7607
(+56) 9 7516 9816
(+49) 7735 425 339
skype: chileinside
8 am - 4 pm EST
Spanish school
Our language school is located in the center of Boquete, close to the main square. Due to its central location, you can reach shops, banks, restaurants and bars within a few minutes walking. There, you can put your newly learned Spanish into practice. There is also a beautiful park very close to the school, which invites you to sunbathe during class breaks.
From the large windows of the school you have a wonderful view of Boquete and the beautiful green landscape around it.
Our Spanish school has ten classrooms named after well-known Latin American writers. There is also a cafeteria and a chill-out area where you can relax during breaks, enjoy Boquetes´ world-famous coffee or meet with other students.
The school was officially recognized by the Spanish cultural institute Instituto Cervantes as an educational center and is therefore the only school in Panama entitled to take the DELE exam.
The school welcomes students of all ages from North America, Western Europe and Oceania all year round, so you can look forward to international flair.
The school staff wants to make it as easy as possible for the students to learn the Spanish language and to offer them an unforgettable stay in Boquete. The friendly team will help you with any questions and problems on site.
Leisure activities
Are offered regularly (e.g. city tours, cooking classes, dance classes, excursions, sports, grammar workshops, conversation exercises, etc.). The offers are subject to change and some activities and excursions require an additional payment on site.
Internet
WIFI is available in the school and can be used free of charge by the students.
School location
The Boquete Valley is located in the western highlands of Panama, approximately 1000 meters above sea level. The peaceful little town is nestled into a mountainous region, between the Caldera river and the Baru volcano. Boquete is THE place for outdoor tourism in Panama and is also known worldwide for its exquisite coffee.
Boquete has a sunny and refreshing mountain climate, almost perfect, with temperatures ranging between 16 and 28 ° Celsius all year round.
The valley is surrounded by pristine tropical rainforest and just an hour from beautiful white sandy beaches on the Pacific. Just as easy to reach in three hours by car is "Bocas del Toro", a region on the Caribbean Sea that offers a variety of water sports such as scuba diving, snorkeling and surfing.
The valley of Boquete is the perfect place to take Spanish classes during the week in a beautiful mountain region with spring-like temperatures and on weekends go on excursions to the sunny, sandy beaches or to the mountains.
Boquete has about 20,000 residents who are known for their friendliness. Their cultural roots go back to indigenous peoples, Spaniards, other Europeans and North Americans. The first settlers in the region came from other areas of Panama as well as from Switzerland, Germany and North America. All of these nations formed the small melting pot of today's Boquete. Many farms and houses still evoke memories of these cultures. The Ngöbe Bugles, an indigenous people of highly skilled artisans live in the mountains surrounding the valley. They are known for their colorful "chaquiras" (beaded necklaces) and "nahuas" (traditional clothing)
Spanish classes
All Spanish teachers at our school have many years of experience in teaching Spanish as a foreign language. They take part in internal training sessions to learn about the latest teaching methods. Further meetings take place once a week to talk about student development and learning progress. All lessons are completely in Spanish, so students quickly adapt to the pronunciation and have to listen carefully.
Spanish levels
On the first day of school there will be a placement test to determine your language skills. It is used to assign you to a group with an according level. There are 6 levels of difficulty (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) according to the CEFR (Common European Framework of References for Languages).
Teacher
Native Spanish speakers
Class duration
50 minutes
Language diploma
At the end of the course, a certificate will be issued to confirm your language level.
Group course
20 lessons / week. Maximum 7 students/group (average 4 students)
Private course
10 lessons / week.
The attention of your Spanish teacher is 100% yours. The Spanish course is entirely based on your own interests and needs.
Intensive course
30 lessons / week (20 group + 10 private).
The great advantage of this combination is the fact that in the individual hours, topics of interest or weaknesses can be tackled directly.
Accommodation
Cultural exchange with locals is a very important aspect of our language courses. It is very important to us that you feel comfortable during your stay in Panama. We therefore offer our students accommodation in single rooms in carefully selected homestays. You can apply your Spanish skills in everyday situations and get to know the way of life and the cuisine of the country.
You live in a single room with shared bathroom. You will get breakfast and dinner, WIFI Internet is also included.
Alternatively, single rooms with self-catering in shared apartments or guest houses are available. Here you have access to a kitchen where you can prepare your own meals. WIFI Internet included.
Costs & Services
Our Spanish courses in Boquete include:
- Personal support before and during the Spanish course
- Quality Spanish course
- Placement test
- Drinks, tea, coffee and biscuits during breaks
- Free and paid leisure activities
- Country handbook Panama
- Intercultural guideline
- English-speaking contact person
- 24/7 Emergency number
- Free internet access at school
- Language certificate after completing the course
- Information about suitable travel health insurance
Notes:a)
To be paid at the school: Teaching material US$ 60 as textbook or US$ 30 as digital version. To be paid at the school.
b) There is a US$ 30/week surcharge for special food requirements (vegan, celiac, gluten free).
If booked, it also includes:
- Single room in homestay (breakfast & dinner)*
- Single room in shared apartment (no meals)*
* Accommodation as booked
Additionally, you can book:
- Airport Pick-up US$ 50
- Travel Health Insurance
Holidays 2024
Jan 01, 09, Feb 14 - 14, Mar 29, May 01, Jul 01, Nov 04, 05, 11, 28, Dec 09, 20, 25
Start dates for complete beginner 2024
Jan 2 & 29 / Mar 4 / Apr 1 & 29 / May 27 / Jun 24 / Jul 22 / Aug 19 / Sept 16 / Oct 14 / Nov 12 / Dec 10
Group course (20 lessons/week)
2 weeks
US$ 450
3
weeks
US$ 645
4
weeks
US$ 850
extra week
US$ 190
Intensive course (20+10 lessons/week)
2
weeks
US$ 1,090
3
weeks
US$ 1,605
4
weeks
US$ 2,130
extra week
US$ 510
Private course (10 lessons/week)
2
weeks
US$ 640
3
weeks
US$ 960
4
weeks
US$ 1,280
extra week
US$ 320
Shared apartment/Homestay (single room, no meals)
2
weeks
US$ 470
3
weeks
US$ 665
4
weeks
US$ 860
extra week
US$ 195
Homestay (single room, breakfast & dinner)
2
weeks
US$ 580
3
weeks
US$ 830
4
weeks
US$ 1,080
extra week
US$ 250
Enrollment fee US$ 50
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