Spanish Courses in GRAND CANARY ISLANDGrand Canary island, called the Hawaii of the Atlantic, is neither cold in winter (average 67 degrees F) nor hot in summer (75 to 85 degrees F). Its long beaches allow the enjoyment of all sports year round. Two million tourists per year flood the island, giving it a cosmopolitan and international atmosphere. Grand Canary island is connected by air with all main European and American cities by scheduled and charter flights. People are relaxed and friendly. Las Palmas is a very busy and colorful port. The old town is a monument to Andalusian architecture. Great restaurants, sidewalk cafes and great shopping will provide you alternatives for your leisure time.
Gran Canaria School of LanguagesGran Canaria School of Languages is in the capital city, Las Palmas. This Spanish Language School is housed in a modern building in the commercial district not far from the beach and near the students' lodging place. The first floor of the two story building has a "Canarian" style patio that is used as a lounge and connects offices and classrooms. Additional classrooms, a kitchen and a terrace which serves as a cafeteria are located on the second floor. Breakfast and lunch consisting of mainly Canarian and Spanish cuisine are served at the cafeteria on class days. Special requests for vegetarian meals will be considered.
Spanish Language Courses 2008 and 2009:(All programs: Please add USD 100.00 Lingua Service Worldwide Application fee. See Application Procedures.) Standard Spanish Group 13 ---13 students maximum per class. 20 Spanish lessons per week. 2 weeks: USD 390. 3 or 4 wks: USD 585. Extra wks: USD 196. (Note: books and teaching material are not included and must be purchased at the school!) Private lessons - One-to-One instruction. 10 Spanish lessons per week: USD 385 per week. 20 and 30 Spanish lessons per week programs also available. Starts any Monday. Starting Dates 2008: Intermediate and advanced students may start any Monday. Complete beginners may only start only the following dates:
Holidays 2008: Classes will not be held on the following dates: 1 Jan., 5 Feb., 20 and 21 March, 1 and 30 May, 15 August, 8 Sept., 13 Oct., 1 Nov., and 25 December. Classes missed due to holidays are made up during the week. Starting Dates 2009: Intermediate and advanced students may start any Monday. Complete beginners may only start only the following dates:
Holidays 2009: Classes will not be held on the following dates: 1 and 6 January, 10 April, 1 May, 15 August, 12 October, 1 November, 6, 8 and 25 December. Classes missed due to holidays are made up during the week. Accommodations 2008 and 2009:Homestays are no longer available in Gran Canaria. Accommodations are offered at two school residences. Both include bed linen and towels and room cleaning twice a week. Prices include breakfast on weekdays (self service) as well as a daily lunch at the school's restaurant located in the school building. A cold buffet dinner instead of lunch is served on weekends and holidays. Residence "A" (Plus Residence): The "Plus Residence" was remodeled in 2007. It is a 6 story building with elevator, located 3 minutes walking distance from the school. All rooms have sound proofing. Only double rooms are available, each with a private bathroom, safe deposit box, TV sets with local and international channels, and WI-FI access. The common kitchen area equipped with refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, stove top and silverware is available for student use. Prices 2008/2009: Double (shared) Room with private bath: USD 278 per person/per week.
Residence "B" (Best Residence): Built in 1997 it is located close to the beach, a ten minute walk away from the school along the beach promenade. The six story building equipped with an elevator is handicapped accessible and offers the comforts of a hotel, with large sound-proof windows in every room and private private bathrooms. All rooms are equipped with TV sets and a safe. Prices 2008/2009: Single Room with private bath: USD 390 per week. Shared Room: USD 299 per week.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Prices are subject to change due to fluctuating foreign currency rates.
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