Latin American Culture and Spanish Courses

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires
• All Other Regions of Argentina: 
Bariloche,  Mendoza,  Ushuaia

Dates: all year

Description: Learn Spanish for "the real world" while immersing yourself in the beauty, romance and history of Latin culture! Based in the exciting and cosmopolitan Argentine capital of Buenos Aires, Spanish VIA offers not only affordable Spanish language lessons, but a cultural overview of the arts, politics, and society of Latin America. You can also get hands-on experience while making a positive difference, by volunteering with local organizations. Improve your Spanish while you learn about tango, art and politics, music and heritage, sports and traditions, food and wine, and more.

You'll get the chance to travel to other beautiful spots in Argentina, including the Mendoza wine country, the nature lover's and athlete's paradise of Bariloche, and the southernmost city in the world - Ushuaia, "Fin del Mundo," the launching site for tours of Antarctica.

Spanish VIA offers complete and flexible Spanish programs to students of all levels, including group classes, group + individual classes, or one-to-one instruction only. Our instructors are passionate about the language and culture, and have the skills to teach them in an interesting and enjoyable way. Included in all courses are:

* Assessment to determine level of Spanish language proficiency
* Small group classes to ensure personalized attention
* Free guided cultural tour every week
* Access to internet and Wi Fi
* Attendance certificate
* Coffee, tea and snack during breaks
* Tourist information, assistance, and coordination
* Latin American Culture Workshops
* Accommodation in your choice of homestay, hostel, shared or private apartment

Along with your comprehensive Spanish lessons you can enjoy:

* Enhanced Latin American Culture Programs: Literature, Social, Political and Economical Movements, Art and Music, Heritage and Tradition
* Wine and Cuisine program
* FREE thematic tours and games including football, polo, rugby and tennis
* Volunteer programs
* Tango program including trips to Buenos Aires' famous milongas
* Weekend trips to estancias for horse riding; winery tours, or a visit to Iguazu Falls or Carnaval
* The possibility to complete your course in other fabulous locations such as Ushuaia, Bariloche and Mendoza

Design your own program and get the most out of your stay in this amazing country!

Highlights: Buenos Aires is a large and diverse city that has alternatives for every taste: clubs, restaurants, theatre, festivals, tango, parks, cafes, great shopping, and more. As the most "European" place in South America, Buenos Aires has important social, cultural and historical relevance to make it one of the most exciting cities in the world. We locate our students in main residential neighborhoods so they can fully live in Buenos Aires.

Students receive a general overview of Latin American culture through the study of its artistic expression, its social and political manifestations, its literature and writers, and the origin and heritage that define the present-day Argentine and Latin-American Being. These programs include lessons in classrooms, visits to museums, cultural tours, videos, and much more.

Our goal is to provide our students with a unique experience while they are in contact with Latin American culture. We want them to go back home with the best memories possible of their stay in Argentina. This is why we work hard every day to fulfill students' expectations.

Cost in US$: 135

Private lessons:
Less than 10 hours a week: USD15
10 or more hours a week: USD12

Latin American Culture Program 20 hours a week: USD190

Latin American Culture Short Course 4 hs unit: USD45

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Argentina Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 5

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Spanish VIA's Mission Statement: Spanish VIA is a Spanish School and Cultural Center located in Argentina. Spanish VIA is a way to learn the Spanish language and explore and enjoy the Latin American Culture. Our goal is to provide our students with a unique experience while they are in contact with the Latin American Culture. We want them to go back to their countries with the best memories of their stay in Argentina.

Year Founded: 2003