Spanish Course for Travelers
Live and Learn Spanish in Peru - Huancayo
The Spanish course for travelers is specifically designed to meet the needs of people who want to learn or improve their Spanish while enjoying an immersive cultural experience. It combines theoretical lessons with practical and experiential activities, taking advantage of everyday interactions and the unique opportunities offered by an authentic setting like Huancayo.
Why Huancayo ?
Huancayo and the Mantaro Valley offer a strategic location, rich in traditions, with unique tourist attractions, extraordinary cuisine, and genuine interaction with daily Peruvian life, allowing students to have an authentic and meaningful experience.
What makes our program unique?
Learning a foreign language, such as Spanish, is more effective when theory is combined with practice in real-life environments. This project is justified by the need to offer immersive educational experiences that not only teach the language but also enrich participants on a personal, social, and cultural level. Additionally, it aims to generate a positive impact on local communities through volunteering, promoting cultural exchange and social development.
Your experience awaits you.
We offer a unique experience to learn and practice Spanish in an authentic environment, in the city of Huancayo, Peru. Through an immersive approach, participants will combine personalized Spanish lessons with practical, volunteer, and tourist activities. The city of Huancayo, known for its rich culture, authenticity, and distance from mass tourism, is the ideal place to provide this experience, where students can interact daily with the local culture and live the language in real contexts.
Prices
Spanish Course + Volunteering / In the Volunteer Residence.
Spanish course
- One week 200.00 USD
- One month 700.00 USD
Includes
Accommodation in the volunteer residence, theoretical and practical classes, materials, social and tourist activities, workshops, guided tours, certification, permanent support, and monitoring.
Spanish Course + Volunteering / with a Family.
Spanish course
- One week 250.00 USD
- One month 900.00 USD
Includes
Accommodation with a Peruvian family, three meals per day, theoretical and practical classes, materials, social and tourist activities, workshops, guided tours, certification, permanent support, and monitoring.
Methodology and Technical Approach
Communicative and Experiential Approach
- Priority on practical skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing).
- Focus on real-life situations and everyday contexts (markets, public transportation, interactions with locals, etc.).
Immersive Learning
- Language as the main tool for navigating daily life.
- Use of local resources: cultural activities, visits to villages, and practical workshops such as cooking or handicrafts.
Flexibility and Personalization
- Classes tailored to the level, pace, and goals of participants.
- Options for those who can dedicate full-time or part-time to learning during their trip.
Continuous Evaluation and Certification
- Assessments at the beginning, during, and at the end of the course.
- Official certification of participation and the level achieved.
Schedules and Commitment
- Intensive Option: 4 hours per day (2 hours of classes + 2 hours of practical activities).
- Flexible Option: 2 hours per day for those who divide their time between learning, volunteering, and tourism.
- Free weekends: To explore Huancayo and its surroundings or engage in optional activities organized by our institution.
Benefits of Learning Spanish in Huancayo
- Authentic experience: Learn in a real environment, away from mass tourism.
- Cultural immersion: Practice Spanish daily while exploring and interacting with Peruvians.
- Flexibility: Designed for travelers of different levels and available time.
- Personal impact: Connect with a different culture while enriching your life with new experiences.
- Certification: Receive a diploma validating your progress in Spanish.
Complementary Activities
- Gastronomy Workshop: Learn how to prepare iconic dishes like papa a la huancaína or lomo saltado.
- Market and Fair Visits: Practice Spanish while negotiating in traditional markets.
- Guided Excursions: Explore natural attractions such as the Huaytapallana Mountain Range or the Chanchamayo jungle.
- Craft Workshop: Create your own souvenirs while learning techniques from local artisans.
- Community Events: Participate in local festivals, dances, and celebrations.
Sign up now
Discover a program designed for travelers like you, who seek to learn, explore, and connect with the Spanish-speaking world. Contact us today to reserve your spot and start this adventure that will change the way you see Spanish and the world. We look forward to seeing you in Huancayo!
Course Structure by Levels
Basic Level: Spanish Survival (15 days to 1 month)
Objective: Acquire the basic tools to interact in common, everyday situations.
Content:
Language Skills:
- Greetings, introductions, and common expressions.
- Asking and answering personal information.
- Basic vocabulary: transportation, food, directions, shopping.
Practical Activities:
- Shopping: Practice vocabulary at traditional markets.
- Gastronomy: Learn how to order food in restaurants and prepare a typical Peruvian dish.
- Culture: Participate in a local fair or artisan workshop.
Expected Outcome: The student will be able to navigate basic situations, understand common phrases, and participate in simple conversations.
Intermediate Level: Spanish for the Expert Traveler (1 to 2 months)
Objective: Communicate with greater fluency and confidence in more complex and varied situations.
Content:
Language Skills:
- Detailed descriptions of people, places, and experiences.
- Expression of opinions and preferences.
- Expanded vocabulary: emergencies, tourism, advanced transportation, accommodation.
Practical Activities:
- Excursions: Interaction with local guides and practicing Spanish while exploring places like the Huaytapallana Mountain Range or Chanchamayo.
- Public Transport: Learn how to ask questions and navigate the city like a local.
- Gastronomy: Cook a complete Peruvian menu.
Cultural Workshops:
- Visits to Andean villages and conversations with artisans about their traditions.
Expected Outcome: Ability to hold intermediate-level conversations, understand instructions, and express oneself in cultural situations.
Content:
Language Skills:
- Argumentation and debates.
- Advanced writing (stories, experiences).
- Technical vocabulary based on personal interest (art, business, gastronomy, etc.).
Practical Activities:
- Volunteering: Teach your native language to children, youth, or the elderly in cultural exchange programs.
- Event Organization: Participate in the planning of local fairs or community activities.
- Advanced Exploration: Join ecotourism routes and specialized artisan workshops.
Advanced Cultural Workshops:
- Participate in local festivals, learning about history and folklore.
- Write a short story about your experience in Peru.
Expected Outcome: Fluent use of Spanish in complex conversations, understanding cultural differences, and the ability to navigate any Spanish-speaking context.