×
Search for Schools

Spanish Classes in Costa Rica - San Jose Language Immersion

Contact Our School

Instituto de Español Costa Rica:
Instituto de Español Costa Rica is located in the capital of Costa Rica, San José, in the eastern part called Guadalupe, about 400 m from the State University (Universidad de Costa Rica) and 10 minutes from downtown (using the public bus). San José is situated in the interior of the country, buses leave to every part of the country from here. This makes it easy to reach the beaches, e.g. it is just a 2 hours bus ride to get to Jacó Beach.

Email: Contact us here 

( or request a callback ).
The aim of the Instituto de Español Costa Rica is to enable students to really communicate in the Spanish language. For this reason our methodology is based on a new concept of Total Immersion in the Spanish language.

Courses / Programs:

Photo of Spanish Classes in Costa Rica - San Jose Language ImmersionAll materials integrate Spanish language education in the four linguistic abilities: speaking, comprehension, reading and writing. We are experienced in teaching all levels, from beginners to the most advanced. Our lessons take place in small groups consisting of normally two or three students, which guarantees learning success in a familiar atmosphere. Our students can decide between group or individual classes, we also offer Specialized Spanish Programs in the Medical and Legal Field as well as Spanish for Missionaries and Religious Organizations.

Special offers: At the moment we are offering our 2x1 Super Special Package. That means: The 2nd person receives the course for free!

This package is available for all couples or friends with the same level of knowledge of Spanish who enroll for a course in Group Classes in the same period.

Methodology:

The aim of IECR is to enable our students to think and express themselves in Spanish from the very beginning. For this reason our methodology is based on the concept of TOTAL IMMERSION. All materials integrate Spanish language education in the four linguistic abilities: speaking, comprehension, reading and writing. These abilities are taught creatively, alternating short lectures, conversation, exercises, music listening, and games in a way whichenhances the classroom experience and makes learning fun.

Email: Contact Us
Request a Callback
See Also: - Courses / Programs
Related Schools & Programs. Inquire to our admissions team today:
Personalized Spanish Language School Costa Rica
Courses / Programs
PERSONALIZED SPANISH was established in 2001 as a boutique school to offer a better approach to teaching a foreign language. With classes of NO MORE than 3 STUDENTS PER CLASS, our program focuses on a communicative philosophy with flexible lesson plans to meet the needs of each one of our students at the same time that they are involved in the Costa Rican culture.

We offer a relaxed, cozy and yet professional environment with programs for adults, seniors and children from around the world at all levels: beginner, intermediate & advanced.

The school is located in a peaceful and safe suburban neighborhood between the two major cities of San Jose and Cartago. There is excellent public transportation with buses running regularly; it will take you only 30 minutes to get from here to downtown San Jose.

We provide academic excellence with a variety of programs for your convenience: Immersion programs, Spanish for groups and families, Spanish for travelers and Costa Rican expats, ON LINE CLASSES. You will get a home stays or other type of accommodation accordingly to your preference, airport transfer. Volunteer and internship opportunities available!
- Spanish immersion programs (private, semi-private and mini group (no more than 3 per group)
- Spanish for Professional Purposes (Spanish for Healthcare; Spanish for Business & Law)
- Spanish clash course for travelers
- Spanish for groups and families (discounts)
- Spanish for Expats and Costa Rican residents (discounts)
- ONLINE Spanish classes via Skype
Spanish Gurus
Courses / Programs
Learn Spanish online through live classes taught by professional teachers who are native Spanish speakers!

Spanish Gurus provides fun and engaging group Spanish classes and private Spanish lessons online via video conference to students in Texas and throughout the U.S. and worldwide.

We teach adults and children of all levels - from total beginner to advanced - and our flexible scheduling makes it easy to learn at times that best suit you.

Day, evening and weekend classes are available. You can connect to our virtual classroom easily via any device - smartphone, tablet, laptop.

On completion of a course, you will receive a Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Certificate.

At Spanish Gurus, we believe that students of all ages learn most effectively when they are having fun! Our live group Spanish courses are taught by experienced teachers who know how to make the content engaging.

Whether you wish to learn Spanish for work purposes, to travel to a Spanish-speaking country, or simply as a fun hobby, we have an online Spanish class that will meet your needs.

Our online Spanish courses ensure students acquire the level of Spanish language that is required by DELE and SIELE, the official Spanish language exams.

Testimonial:

"I have access to native teachers from anywhere I am in the world. If I miss a class when travelling for work, I can always attend the class offline when I get to the hotel. Spanish Gurus is the best way to learn Spanish!"
- Steven
Online Spanish Courses
European Spanish & Latin American Spanish taught via Video Conference

Group Spanish Courses (3- 6 students)

• General Spanish classes
• DELE exam preparation
• SIELE exam preparation
• Spanish for children
• Customized Spanish course for companies
• VIP courses - customized classes

Private & Semi-private Spanish Lessons (1-2 students)
• General Spanish classes
• DELE exam preparation
• SIELE exam preparation
• Spanish for children
• Customized Spanish course for companies
• Tutors for IB / IGCSE Spanish
• VIP courses - customized classes
Crla Costa Rican Language Academy
Courses / Programs
Costa Rican Language Academy, CRLA, has been providing high quality Spanish language instruction along with an authentic Latin American cultural experience since 1989. CRLA is completely owned and operated by Costa Ricans. All our professors have university degrees as well as ample training and experience. Our Spanish immersion program includes Homestay with local families, Latin dance classes, Costa Rican cooking classes, additional conversation sessions, and other cultural activities. CRLA also has a volunteer program in San José with children, elderly people, or in ecological and conservation projects around the country.
Spanish Programs: Beginner I, II, III - Intermediate I, II, III - Advanced I, II, III. Specialized Spanish courses: Medical, Legal or other bussiness terms, Spanish lietrature, and others. Homestay program with local families. CRLA also has a volunteer program in San José with children, elderly people, or in ecological and conservation projects around the country. Other programs available: Spanish & sports (surf, diving) Spanish and Travel.
Experience Mission
Courses / Programs
Based in Port Hadlock, Washington, Experience Mission is a Christian mission organization offering a 6 month immersion program in the Caribbean region that starts by serving in one of South Atlanta's toughest neighborhoods before volunteering abroad in Haiti, Jamaica and Costa Rica. Experience Mission also offers a mission program in Africa, that starts in the Native American Navajo Nation of northeastern Arizona, before travelling to South Africa, Mozambique and Botswana. We currently do not provide Spanish classes as part of our program in Costa Rica.

You will experience everything from the bustling inner city to the remotest parts of the rain-forest, building authentic relationships and partnering with local leaders to create sustainable change.

Our mission programs can be divided into three areas of focus: Volunteer Mobilization, Leadership Development, and Community Empowerment. These three distinct focuses are inextricably bound and share the common purpose of spreading the love of Christ to a world in need.
Christian Mission Program (6 months):

- Immersion. Atlanta to Caribbean. Start in South Atlanta and then travel to Haiti, Jamaica and Costa Rica.

We also offer a Navajo to Africa program where participants travel to South Africa, Mozambique and Botswana.

We currently do not provide Spanish classes with our programs.
La Escuela Del Sol, Montezuma
Courses / Programs
La Escuela Del Sol in Costa Rica is an language immersion program for people who want to learn Spanish fast while having an adventure in a tropical paradise. We offer a 1 to 4 week, college level, Spanish language program as well as additional courses for adventure and self enhancement which can be combined with Spanish classes.

Whether you want to learn fire dancing, surfing, obtain scuba certification or practice yoga, there is a course for you. We even offer College Credit for our Spanish curriculum! All of our teachers have achieved college degrees and teach a university level curriculum to guarantee you a top of the line education.

We're located in Montezuma, a picturesque little town known for its tranquility, its beauty and its sense of adventure, on the eastern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica. Whether this is your first attempt to learn the language or the culmination of a lifelong quest, Costa Rica is an unbeatable place to study Spanish. “Ticos,” world famous for their spirit of life and hospitality are also well known for what’s widely agreed upon, as the “cleanest” and most understandable accent of all Spanish speaking countries.

Student Testimonial:
“Hey Jeremy!! I just want to tell you that I had an amazing time at your school, and in Montezuma. I miss you and Andrea lots, and I want to go back to Montezuma so badly! Thanks for everything, honestly I've never been as happy as I was in Montezuma.”
- 
Kristina W.
We offer a 1 to 4 week college-level Spanish language program which may be combined with additional activities. Our programs include:

- General Spanish immersion program
- Spanish & Scuba diving certification
- Spanish & Surfing
- Spanish & Yoga instruction
- Spanish & Poi (fire dancing)
Centro Panamericano de Idiomas
Courses / Programs
Centro Panamericano de Idiomas (CPI), is a Spanish immersion language institution in Costa Rica in Central America. CPI is the only Spanish immersion school in Costa Rica with campuses in three diverse regions of the country, with the same quality service: CPI Monteverde, CPI Heredia and CPI Flamingo. CPI Monteverde is located in the rural region of Monteverde, which is a 3-hour bus ride from San José. CPI Heredia is located in San Joaquín de Flores, a suburb of Heredia and is just a 30-minute drive from San José. CPI Flamingo is located in Flamingo, a beautiful Pacific coastal town in the province of Guanacaste, a 5 hr bus ride from San José.

Whether it be in a rural region in the mountains, a typical town near the city, or a tropical beach on the Pacific Coast, CPI can make your language immersion experience one to remember. Open to all ages, we offer a class methodology like no other seen in Central America. Class sizes are limited to 4 so you get extra personalized attention from our well-trained teaching staff.
-Standard Spanish Program
-Preparation for the Spanish DELE Exam
-Homestay Program with a Local Family
-Business Spanish Seminar
-Social Work Spanish Seminar
-Medical Spanish Seminar
-Seminar for Spanish Teachers
-Study Abroad Program for High School Students
-Family and Kids' Spanish Program
-Retirement Travel Spanish for Seniors
-Dive Certification with Spanish
-Soccer Camp Spanish Program
-Public Safety Spanish Program