Nicaraguan Learning Adventure

  Nicaragua

• Other Cities in Nicaragua: 
Managua

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: June 19 - July 17 and July 20 - August 16, 2010

Description: This programs is especially designed for teens, the prime resource for learning Spanish in a controlled and friendly environment, and at the same time, for living the "one in a lifetime" experience of discovering and joining this part of the world, which surely will open many doors to a brighter future.

This program is an excellent opportunity to become deeply immersed in the culture and daily life of Nicaragua while developing Spanish language skills and making new friends.

Highlights:
- Fully chaperoned program
- 3 hours Spanish classes daily (5 days x week)with study materials taught by native Spanish speakers.
- Volunteer work at "La Casita Azul" ( 8 10 hrs./week)
- Dance class (merengue, salsa, cumbia and Nicaraguan folklore)
- Fully supervised cultural and recreational excursions.
- A cell phone per student to facilitate the communication between them and their families. ( NLA is offering the equipment, the cell phones that will be given will be prepaid cell phones, each student is responsible of buying the minutes for their phones)
- Round trip airfare from Miami-Managua-Miami (chaperon waiting at the gate in Miami Airport) (Airfare from hometown to Miami and vice versa is not included in the package.)
- Certificate of attendance and achievement

Qualifications:

- Ages between 15 to 18 years
- High school students
- Good academic level
- Outstanding behavior and a commitment to learning
- Letter of recommendation from a teacher
- One year of Spanish study.
- Good health

Cost in US$: 3,700.00

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Nicaragua in Groups

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 14

Application Process Involves:

• Disciplinary Clearance Form
• Letters of Reference
• Written Application

Nicaraguan Learning Adventure's Mission Statement: Our objectives are to improve your Spanish in a friendly and secured environment. To experience Nicaraguan life, culture and traditions under the supervision of a qualified staff of counselors from the inside. To touch the hearts and souls of teenagers, so that they can learn how important it is to give a little of themselves to contribute to a better world. To discover Nicaragua, exploring our colonial cities, history, beaches, lakes, natural reserves, volcanoes. To provide a highly supportive setting that increases the studentīs ability to carry out daily tasks independently. To have a higher appreciation of what they have back home. To offer a wide range of cultural activities that encourages students to build individual character, confidence and skills. To form social relationships and make new Nicaraguan friends. To have an incredible summer and enjoy yourself to the fullest...discover us!

Year Founded: 2009