EXPERIENCIA Spanish Language Immersion Schools, Cuernavaca and Tepoztlan, Mexico: Intensive Spanish Immersion

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CUERNAVACA MEXICO SPANISH LANGUAGE SCHOOLS ¡CELEBRACION DE 30 AÑOS! 1977-2007
IMMERSION SPANISH EXPERIENCES: CLASSES, CULTURAL ACTIVITIES, HOMESTAYS & EXCURSIONS

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EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL ADVENTURES
PRESENTS OUR CUERNAVACA, MEXICO
SPANISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL PARTNER

CLASSES STILL OPEN FOR SUMMER!
PRICING REMAINS THE SAME THROUGH 2007
EXPERIENCIA SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL

What is Total Spanish Immersion?

We offer flexible, individualized programs either in small group classes, private or a combination of these. There is a base of structured learning and several opportunities for language integration through experience: Lectures, Bilingual Interchange, Salsa and Typical Mexican Dance Classes, Mexican Cooking Classes, Video Events, Cultural Events on Campus and in theCommunity, Cultural Excursions Saturdays and Sundays, and Family Homestays. In addition to these, we offer weekend and week long excursions to locations throughout Mexico (Guadalajara, Puebla, Acapulco, Michoacan, Chiapas, Puebla, the Yucatán, and more).

Intensive Spanish Language Immersion School since 1977
Specialized Spanish courses in the context of Mexican and Latin culture.

EXPERIENCIA
Centro de Intercambio Bilingue y Cultural
CUERNAVACA MORELOS MEXICO

Our Spanish Courses in Cuernavaca, Mexico

EXPERIENCIA: Centro Cultural

Our Spanish Courses in Cuernavaca, Mexico

Experiencia Offers Three Basic Programs

You can choose any length of study and we will incorporate the appropriate program

A basic language course, from 1 to 16 weeks. With one week modules, we are able to begin new classes each Monday, 52 weeks a year.

A four week course, in which the vocabulary is especially suited to those students interested in travelling afterwards.

A combined course for advanced students, including language, history and culture, with appropriate vocabulary. This is designed for 16 weeks.

Longer periods of study available.

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Any of the three programs can be studied either individually

in a small group or we will arrange a combination of these at your request.

Students may register for any number of weeks.

Group and individual classes begin EVERY Monday throughout the year.

Saturday excursions are included with tuition at Experiencia

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INQUIRE ABOUT CURRENT PROMOTIONS AND DISCOUNTS
Discounts are possible for Families and Groups depending upon
the number in your Family or Group and your study program and length of studies.

2008 EXPERIENCIA CUERNAVACA: Accommodations Options and Prices

All pricing in US dollars.

ACCOMMODATIONS OPTIONS

HOMESTAY or DORM
with no meals

HOMESTAY or DORM
breakfast only

HOMESTAY ONLY
with 2 meals

Shared Room w/ Shared Bathroom

$13 daily, $91 weekly

$16 daily, $112 weekly

$21 daily, $147 weekly

Shared Room w/ Private Bathroom

$15 daily, $105 weekly

$18 daily, $126 weekly

$23 daily, $161 weekly

Private Room w/ Shared Bathroom

$23 daily, $161 weekly

$26 daily, $182 weekly

$31 daily, $217 weekly

Private Room w/ Private Bathroom

$25 daily, $175 weekly

$28 daily, $196 weekly

$33 daily, $231 weekly

Children 6-11 stay for half-price when staying in parent's room.
Children 5 and under stay free when staying in parent's room. $7 charge for meals.
For children 2 and under, no charge, parents supply/prepare the baby's food.

.Other Options for Accommodations: Apartments are available, but limited.
(Reserve early for summer months & holidays)

Email early regarding rental availability.

All Accommodations prices are in US dollars.


2008 EXPERIENCIA CUERNAVACA: Accommodations Options and Prices
TUITION	1 - 3 Wks	4-7 Wks	8-11 Wks	12-15 Wks	16+Wks
Group Class	$200/wk	$175/wk	$170/wk	$165/wk	$160/wk
Combination/Special Focus Class Healthcare, Social Work, Business, (Morning Private/Afternoon Group)	$320/wk	$280/wk	$272/wk	$264/wk	$256/wk
One-to-One	$400/wk	$350/wk	$340/wk	$330/wk	$320/wk
Executive Program Add 5 hours private class weekly to any program above	Add $90 to program above	Add $90 to program above	Add $90 to program above	Add $90 to program above	Add $90 to program above
Executive Plus Program Add 10 hours private to weekly program	Add $160 to program above	Add $160 to program above	Add $160 to program above	Add $160 to program above	Add $160 to program above
Teenager's Classes (ages 12-17)	Same as adult pricing	Same as adult pricing	Same as adult pricing	Same as adult pricing	Same as adult pricing
Children's Classes (Registration: $50) Ages 6-11	$150/week	$150/week	$150/week	$150/week	$150/week
Above Programs ALL include: 10 hour per week evening Cultural and Language Integration Program Saturday All Day Excursion (student pays entry fees, if any. 6 students min. required for excursion). Our evening program is NOT sequenced with the day classes, so you may attend as many events as you like. Additional Private Classes by the hour: $20 per hour
Spanish Immersion Courses All levels of Spanish instruction begin each Monday throughout the year as levels are packaged in 1 week modules Your skill level will be determined in a personal interview upon arrival Each Spanish course is attended by no more than 5 students per group, avg: 4, 3 in off season classes You may have a different teacher each week in order to receive a variety of teaching styles You will receive homework on the average of ½ to 1 hour daily A change of groups is possible, according to your progress A certificate will be awarded at the end of every study period documenting the activities and hours of your studies which can be used upon authorization of your university or high school for the purpose of obtaining credits. This must be arranged ahead of time with your school
For special Courses or Groups, please contact us. (Health Care, Nurses, social Workers, Business, semiprivate, etc) Children 6-11 years old are $150 per week regardless of the number weeks.of study during the summer season. Contact us regarding childcare by Spanish speaking staff on campus. Day Care Center (per week )Including Lunch. Located approx. 1 block from school $ 70 Private classes may be arranged for partial days as well, such as group grammar class in the morning and individual conversation class in the afternoon. Please contact AVENTURAS LANGUAGES for pricing on special request programs. Special private/ group combination classes are available. Ex: Private class 9-12 and conversation class in group until 2pm: 1-3 weeks @ $320/week. All course options include our 10 hour/wk evening cultural / learning integration program. Executive and Executive Plus Programs add 5 or 10 hours a week of private instruction to the program, respectively, for an additional fee. The private class rate is $20 per hour for less than the weekly 25 hours rate.
Childcare arrangements can also be arranged for those under 6 either on campus or at en educationally enriched C.E.N.D.I. program 1 block from the school. Payment for the period will be required no later than your first day of classes in order to receive the reduced weekly rate. If payment is made weekly, the per week cost is the same price per week listed for 1-3 weeks. A $100 per person deposit is due at the time of registration to reserve your place. Children's registration for those under 12 years of age is $50. This will be applied toward payment of the nonrefundable lifetime registration fee charged by the school. On future study periods to the school, this payment will not be necessary. There is no registration fee for daycare registration. AIRPORT PICK UP SERVICE (ONE WAY) México City- Cuernavaca or Cuernavaca -Mexico City 1 Student $ 100 4 Students $ 160 2 Students $ 130 5 Students $ 180 3 Students $ 150 6+ students Special rates Ask about our refund policy on unused weeks of tuition and accommodations. All pricing in US dollars. HOLIDAYS & HOLIDAY POLICY EXPERIENCIA is closed on the following national holidays. If a school day coincides with a national holiday, no refunds will be given. Listed weekly price will be charged. January 1st -New Year's Day February 5th-Constitution Day March 21st- Benito Juarez Birthday May 1st -Labor Day September 16th- Independence Day November 20th- Revolution of 1910 December 25th- Christmas

Special Programs
A special program can be offered to those with a specific learning objective, e.g. for business executives, teachers and educators, psychochologists, marriage and family therapists, social workers, mental health workers, flight attendants, medical staff and technicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals. An extra fee may be required.
We can arrange volunteer internship experiences working in a hospital, family clinic or children's clinic. There is no charge to arrange a internship placement.
We will arrange group studies for your group and offer incentives to those bringing a group with them.
Please inquire with EXPERIENCIA to learn more: Contact Us
Register early for summer and holiday season classes.

Our Spanish Courses

Open to everyone, all ages and all levels of Spanish from complete beginners to native speakers wanting to fine tune some aspect of grammar or a special application. Inquire about our classes for children.

[Experiencia encourages families to come study. Children and teens enjoy the educational adventures, also!]
Summer Teen students during break

Summer Teacher and student

Classes are available for teens and children. There are more teens and children during school breaks and especially in the summer. Teaching methods used with children integrate the fact that they have shorter attention spans and need to learn in a variety of modalities such as using games, arts and crafts and outings into the community.

All levels of instruction begin each Monday throughout the year

Your skill level will be determined in a personal interview

Each course is attended by no more than five students

You will have a different teacher each week

You will receive homework on the average of ½ to 1 hour daily

A change of groups is possible, according to your progress

A certificate will be awarded at the end of every course

Course Content, Teaching Methods & Materials

Spanish is spoken exclusively in the classes (a knowledge of English is not necessary)

Each course will progress through 15 different levels

First levels include grammar, verbal communication, reading and writing

Advanced levels help to consolidate acquired skills and expand vocabulary

Illustrated teaching materials are used as often as possible

Grammar exercises use various written materials as well as group discussions

Dictation is given to improve writing skills

Essays are assigned as homework

The school's own grammar book will be the basis for all programs

Specific exercise books will be utilized for each course

Teaching materials are up to date and written by the school staff, allowing the teacher to adapt the teaching-learning process to the needs and knowledge of the student

One book for each 4 week course required. US$10

Weekly Class Program

Monday through Friday

09:00-10:30 hrs Spanish grammar lesson

10:30-10:45 hrs Break (Practice your Spanish with teachers and other students!)

10:45-12:00 hrs Spanish grammar lesson

12:00-12:30 hrs Break (Practice your Spanish with teachers and other students!)

Monday through Thursday

12:30-14:00 hrs Conversation Class

Friday

12:30-15:00 hrs Practical Situation (market, museum, historical site, pyramids in town etc.)

If you are interested in a less intensive option, contact us about our Spanish Light Immersion Studies Program (9-12 plus evening cultural program).

[The traditional Mexican market in Cuernavaca is worth at least a couple of visits during your studies. Often students choose to go off campus with their teachers during the conversation period in the afternoon.]

Mercado Municipal in Cuernavaca

Monday

18:00-20:00 hrs Lecture or Round Table Discussion

Tuesday and Wednesday

18:00-20:00 hrs Bilingual exchange program

Thursday

18:00-20:00 hrs Lecture or Round Table Discussion

Friday

18:00-20:00 hrs Video or Cultural event

Saturday

09:00-19:00 hrs Excursion (within the state of Morelos)

[The site of the Tepozteco pyramid is a 2 mile hike above the village of Tepozltan, 30 minutes from Cuernavaca. This is a Saturday excursion. Don't forget to try the blue corn flor de calabaza tacos in the Tepoz market!]

Tepoztlán from Tepozteco Pyramid Site

Sunday

8am-6pm Excursion (outside the state of Morelos)

Example of Our Lecture Topics

Art in Mexico

Prehispanic culture and philosophy

Precolumbian history

The Mexican Revolution
Machismo

Mexican contemporary history
The myth of Quetzalcoatl

The political system in Mexico

Mexican society

The role of women in Mexico

Mexico's geography
The Zapatistas and Marcos in Chiapas and the struggle for indigenous rights
Indigenous cultures of Mexico
Healing practices of indigenous cultures (curanderismo, natural healing methods, medicina tradicional, limpias

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EXPERIENCIA, CENTRO CULTURAL: Intensive Cuernavaca, Mexico Spanish Language Immersion Schools
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Summer Teen students during break	Summer Teacher and student
Classes are available for teens and children. There are more teens and children during school breaks and especially in the summer. Teaching methods used with children integrate the fact that they have shorter attention spans and need to learn in a variety of modalities such as using games, arts and crafts and outings into the community.