SPANISH SCHOOLS, CLASSES, INSTITUTES IN MEXICO: Cuernavaca and Tepoztlan Intensive Spanish Language Immersion Programs

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CUERNAVACA AND TEPOZTLAN, MEXICO

EXPERIENCIA: Centro Cultural
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EXPERIENCIA

Centro de Intercambio Bilingüe y Cultural

CUERNAVACA, MORELOS, MÉXICO

Come enjoy the warm tropical sun of Cuernavaca for the “experiencia” of a lifetime!™

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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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2006 TUITION RATES
Regular Program

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TUITION

1 - 3 Wks

4-7 Wks

8-11 Wks

12-15 Wks

16+Wks

Group Class

$190/wk

$175/wk

$170/wk

$165/wk

$160/wk

One-to-One

$380/wk

$350/wk

$340/wk

$330/wk

$320/wk

Private Classes by the hour: $20 per hour

The Spanish Immersion Courses

All levels of Spanish instruction begin each Monday throughout the year
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
You may 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 study period documenting the activities and hours of your studies

Children 6-11 years old are $125 per week regardless of the number weeks of study during the summer season. The cost is $150 per week for any other time of the year. Contact us regarding childcare by Spanish speaking staff on campus.
Individual 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 EXPERIENCIA 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 @ $304/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. Please inquire with AVENTURAS.
The individual class rate is $20 per hour for less than the weekly 25 hours rate.

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Childcare arrangements can also be arranged for those under 6 either on campus or at en educational 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 US$190.

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.

Ask about our refund policy on unused weeks of tuition and accommodations.

All pricing in US dollars.

HOLIDAYS

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

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2006 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

$20 daily, $140 weekly

Shared Room w/ Private Bathroom

$15 daily, $105 weekly

$18 daily, $126 weekly

$22 daily, $154 weekly

Private Room w/ Shared Bathroom

$23 daily, $161 weekly

$26 daily, $182 weekly

$30 daily, $168 weekly

Private Room w/ Private Bathroom

$25 daily, $175 weekly

$28 daily, $196 weekly

$32 daily, $182 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.

Dorm rooms at the school are also available, although we request early registration to guarantee availability, especially in the summer. Breakfast is the only meal provided for this type of accommodation.

Should you prefer a private accommodation, we can assist you finding a hotel room or an apartment.

[Pilgrimage to Chalma: People come from all over Mexico to this spiritual center for pilgrimage purposes. This is a Saturday excursion at Experiencia,]

Saturday Excursion: Pilgrimage to Chalma

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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 or technicians, doctors, or nurses, healthcare professionals, etc. 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 AVENTURAS to learn more: Contact Us
Register early for summer classes.

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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 2002: Teen students during break

Summer 2002: 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

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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

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Weekly Class Program

SAMPLE CUERNAVACA CAMPUS SCHEDULE

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 light Spanish immersion study 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)

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Example of Our Lecture Topics

Art in Mexico

Prehispanic culture and philosophy

Precolumbian history

The Mexican Revolution

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 tradicionla,limpias)

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Bilingual Exchange Program with Mexican Students

Experiencia is also a school that offers foreign language classes for Mexican students. The establishment of "intercambios" many years ago, has made the school well known in Cuernavaca because apart from practicing languages, it actively contributes to a better intercultural understanding and friendship between foreign and Mexican students. All students may participate in the bilingual exchange.

Various topics of interest are discussed in small groups or the students simply decide what to talk about, one hour in Spanish and another in English, German, Italian or French.

Film and Video Evening

Documentary and feature films about history, culture, politics and life in Mexico, as well as Latin America and other continents. All students may participate.

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Weekend Excursions

Xochicalco Pyramid Site

Saturday Excursions
Included in weekly tuition
(Some excursions may incur entry fees. Guide and transportation included.)

Xochicalco, a ceremonial center of the Toltecs
Malinalco Monolith pyramid site carved from the side of a mountain
The pyramid of Tepoztlán, a tradition village of Morelos
Tlayacapan, a 16th century village built according to the "Utopia" of Thomas Moore
Las Estacas River:Underground river surfaces here. Crystal clear water for swimming and enjoying "un día en el campo".
Tequesquitengo Lake
Lagunas de Zempoala: Mountain lake region with horseback riding, hiking and great food!

Sunday Excursions

The pyramids of Teotihuacán, a ceremonial center of the prehispanic Mexicans

Taxco, a silver town in the state of Guerrero

The Caves of Cacahuamilpa, 2 Km. long subterranean caverns famous for their natural beauty

Mexico City Museum of Anthropology and Ballet Folklorico

The Pyramids of Cholula, the center of the mighty Toltec empire and the colonial city of Puebla

[Teotihuacan pyramids, especially the Pyramid of the Moon and the Sun, are awesome. This is a Sunday excursion at Experiencia Spanish Schools]
Teotihuacan: Pyramid of the Sun

Pottery Shop in Puebla

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Weekend Excursions 2 or 3 Days

Colonial towns of Puebla, Querétaro and Guanajuato

Acapulco, a world famous town on the Pacific coast

Oaxaca, the pyramids of Monte Albán and Mitla
Copala, rural beach location south of Acapulco with hotel or camping available

All excursions are accompanied by an expert guide. Entrance fees, when charged, are the student's responsibility. No charge for transportation and guide on Saturday. A small charge for Sunday.

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Beginners to Advanced Students Stays from as short as one week Let us help you with your individual learning needs
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CUERNAVACA AND TEPOZTLAN, MEXICO
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Summer 2002: Teen students during break	Summer 2002: 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.