Salsa and Spanish (or English) Intensive Study

  Colombia

Cali

Term: Summer, Winter 
Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Dates: June 6 - August 7, 2009; December 21 - January 10, 2009

Description: IFDA's Colombia experience will shock participants' senses, taking them on an incredible journey of dance, language, and culture. By integrating the dynamics of Spanish or English language programs into an intense dance program,IFDA Cali guarantees an authentic experience to meet even the
highest expectations.

Known to be the capital of Salsa, Cali offers a truly unique Latin American experience, merging participants directly into the Colombian community. Cali has astonishing geography, thrilling adventures, and amazing culture. Mixing art, culture, and music into one unique environment, Cali is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Highlights: Institute for Dance Abroad, Inc. offers programs in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, and Spain. Programs offer an intensive study of a dance and the language of the host country (or English).

Cost in US$: 3870 (Winter); 5600 (Summer)

Language instruction as follows:
* Spanish or English - Up to 20 hours per week (Students placed according to language level)

Accommodation

Company sponsored leisure activities

Experience Required: no

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

Participants Travel to Colombia Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups of 2

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit DebriefingAbroad

Institute for Dance Abroad, Inc's Mission Statement: The Institute for Dance Abroad, Inc. is committed to providing qualified participants with excellent integrated dance and language study abroad experiences at first-rate facilities, complemented and enriched by comprehensive support services. Our goals for the IFDA experience include: * Advancement of dance skills and awareness * Appreciation for diversity and foreign languages * Commitment to cultural exchange and discussion * Personal understanding and respect for others * Growth of independence and self-confidence IFDA is committed to helping participants reach their goals by providing comprehensive program services. It is our goal that the dance abroad experience will help participants to become more culturally aware; better able to contribute as effective, involved citizens in today's global society; and moreover, to help participants become BETTER DANCERS!

Year Founded: 2007