Flexible Spanish Course in Buenos Aires

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Trimester, Winter 
Dates: Classes begin every Monday

Description: Students in the Flexible Spanish course have the ability to mold or customize their course schedule depending on their desired focus while in Buenos Aires.

Classes consist of:
- 9 distinct levels
- 15 hours per week
- Small group classes (under 7)
- Course material included
- Entry test and final exam
- Certification of completion issued by the language school

Methodology:

Flexible Spanish focuses on a comprehensive course that is based on a four-skill communicative approach: Oral expression, writing, reading, and listening comprehension. Course material is a workbook that contains activities, exercises and even songs which promote active learning. Students will have homework to practice what they learned during the class.

Why choose this option?
Flexible Spanish is perfect for students looking for a quick, short immersion class before continuing on with different activities in Buenos Aires or Argentina. We can arrange these classes around your volunteer or travel schedule.

Highlights: Benefits

Gateway Argentina has put together a trusted network of Spanish schools, private instructors and accommodation providers. We work together with local organizations to create programs that offer the best of Buenos Aires. Other benefits of our comprehensive immersion programs include;

Airport Pickup:

Upon arrival at Ezeiza International airport, your pickup coordination will already be arranged.   After claiming your luggage and proceeding through customs and exiting the airport a driver pre-arranged by Gateway Argentina will bring you to your accommodations. Once you arrive you will be greeted by your program coordinator.

City and Program Orientation:

Our city and program orientation happens at the beginning of each new session. All new program members are required to attend this orientation.   At the orientation you will receive:
- City maps and guidebooks
- Calendar of social and cultural events in Buenos Aires
- Calendar of program events
- Contact details of your language partner

Cell Phone:

We offer to all of our participants a local cell phone for the duration of your program. This service requires a deposit of $60 US dollars. We highly recommend the use of this service. A cell phone will keep you in touch with other program participants, local friends, staff members and people who want to contact you from home.

Language Partner:

Our language partner program connects you to local Argentine students studying English. Upon receiving your program confirmation we will locate a language partner with similar interests. The language partner will be a native speaker that can help you practice your Spanish; as well they can introduce you to aspects of the city that only the locals know. This is a fantastic opportunity to create a lasting bilingual friendship.

Conversation Club:

Our conversation club is an opportunity to engage in conversations based on important topics in Buenos Aires and Argentina while practicing Spanish and learning new vocabulary. The club meets at local pubs or cafes and discusses topics in an informal and open environment. Some conversation clubs are coordinated to be follow-up discussions of 'Lecturas Culturales' events. Each club is lead by a specialist on the topic, some topics include:
- The Economic Crash of 2002
- Evita: More than a Movie
- History of the Madres de la Plaza de Mayo
- How to "Parrilla" Why Steak Will Never be the Same
- History of Mate
- Understanding the Statistics - A Look into the Porteno Psyche

Group Activities:

Each week we will organize a socio-cultural event around the city. Here are some of the events we have planned. Group activities are optional, but we highly suggest you take advantage of these events.
- Tours of Buenos Aires' famous barrios
- Tour of the catacombs below San Telmo Buenos Aires oldest neighborhood
- Polo matches (seasonal)
- Visit to the Casa Rosada museum
- Tango shows
- Museum tours
- Parrillas (Argentine style BBQ)
- Argentine cooking demonstrations and group dinners
- Boating on the delta at Tigre

Welcome Packet:

During the city and program orientation you will receive your Gateway Argentina welcome packet. Included in the packet is a Guia T (don't leave home without it), city maps and many perks that have been made exclusively for Gateway Argentina members.

In County Assistance:

Cultural exchanges are a great opportunity to see a different part of the world, explore a new culture and live a new lifestyle. We want to help you make the most of your time in Buenos Aries. We offer to all participants' in-country assistance to help you. We will be available for support at all times throughout the duration of your program for any question. Whether it is advice on directions around the city, helping you plan a trip to Patagonia, or understanding the color coding at the bus station, let us know what you need and we will be more than happy to assist you.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: 850+

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Argentina Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Gateway Argentina's Mission Statement: Our mission at Gateway Argentina is to offer a new approach to the study abroad and Spanish immersion industry in Buenos Aires. We are the only Spanish immersion program that focuses exclusively on programs in Buenos Aires. We are able to offer the best services available here because we are a small business with an expertise on this city alone. We have worked hard with many local business and organizations to create different Spanish immersion programs that are well supported, community oriented and offer only the best of Buenos Aires. Here at Gateway Argentina, we understand the challenges of finding your way in a foreign country. We are dedicated to creating seamless immersion and study abroad packages for each client. We are dedicated to treating every client and perspective client with the utmost professionalism. We are dedicated to ensuring that our services are the highest quality that Buenos Aires has to offer. The overall satisfaction of our clients is our highest concern. At Gateway Argentina we believe that international travel and cultural exchange are important parts of global understanding. It is our mission to provide every participant the finest international experience. We are confident you will be talking about your experiences in Buenos Aires for the rest of your life. We want to help you discover something more. Buenos Aires is a world class city boasting both the perfect gateway for your travels throughout Argentina and providing something for everyone. We know you are going to love it here. Our mission is to provide for you a seamless immersion process, outstanding professional services and in-country assistance for any and all your needs while you are here. We assure you that your experience in Argentina will be unforgettable.

Year Founded: 2007