Dominican Language School, Sosua, Dominican Rep.

Students rated Dominican Language School, Sosua : 3.8/5.0   (6 reviews)

Events during which it may be particularly attractive to visit Sosua:

Whale watching (15.Jan.2012- 15.Mar.2012), Carnival (05.Feb.2012- 26.Feb.2012), Merengue Festival (30.Jun.2012)

General Information on Dominican Language School

The language school Dominican Language School was founded in Sosua, Dominican Rep. in 1994. The school is beautifully situated in a quiet part of the city within a gorgeous tropical garden, only 5 minutes walking away from the beach. Lectures are sometimes moved into the garden or to one of the beautiful terraces outside. The school is located in Apartado Postal 326, Sosua (Dominican Rep.).

Facilities

School facilities: audio-visual teaching media, cafeteria, small library.

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Puerto Plata.  It takes 15 minutes by car or taxi to school.

All prices in US$ (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed.  The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.

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Intensive Group
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 7
330 US$ per week

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Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 15:00 Afternoon: 13:30  - 18:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Standard Group
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 7
230 US$ per week

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Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 13:30  - 16:45
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Intensive Individual
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 1
540 US$ per week

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Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 15:00 Afternoon: 13:30  - 18:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Standard Individual
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 1
370 US$ per week

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Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 13:30  - 16:45
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

5

Scuba Diving Package B1
Lessons per week: 3  | Max. group size: 4
110 US$ per week

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This course can only be booked in addition to a regular Spanish course ( not included in the cost) and is for certified divers only. The price includes 3 fun dives (with own equipment).Rental equipment included. Other packages offered to beginner divers.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 11:30 Afternoon: 12:30  - 15:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Wind-surfing
Lessons per week: 9  | Max. group size: 3
150 US$ per week

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This course can only be booked in addition to a regular Spanish course (not included in the cost of the course). The rate is for 3 lessons of 3 hours BEGINNER GROUP COURSE incl. free use of equipment during course hours. Rate for ADVANCED GROUP COURSE 3 x 3 hours: 190 USD per week. Due to wind and wave conditions, the BEGINNER windsurfing course will take place in the morning. Accordingly, the Spanish classes will take place in the afternoon. Advanced windsurf students will have their windsurf course in the afternoon.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Kite surfing
Lessons per week: 9  | Max. group size: 3
275 US$ per week

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This course can only be booked in addition to a regular Spanish course ( the cost of the language course is not included). The rate is for 3lessons for 3 hours ADVANCED GROUP COURSE. Rate for BEGINNER GROUP COURSE with 5 x 3 hours: USD 395. Rate for ADVANCED GROUP COURSE with 5 lessons for 3 hours = USD 460.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Afternoon: 14:00
Required minimum language level	Advanced (C1)

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Scuba Diving Package B2
Lessons per week: 5  | Max. group size: 4
150 US$ per week

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This course can only be booked in addition to a regular Spanish course (not included in the price)and is for certified divers only. The price includes 5 fun dives (with own equipment). With rental equipment the 5 fun dives cost USD 170.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 11:30 Afternoon: 12:30  - 15:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Scuba Diving Package A: Padi Open Water Dive
Lessons per week: 5  | Max. group size: 4
415 US$ per week

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This course can only be booked in addition to a regular Spanish course (not included in the cost). Diving Course for beginners, including: introduction, pool training, 5 theory units, 4 open water dives, equipment, tanks and weight belt, boat transfers, final exam. PADI-certification fee and study material are included.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:00 Afternoon: 12:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

10

Spanish PLUS
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 7
410 US$ per week

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Spanish PLUS is designed for students who like to learn in groups and in addition want to work intensively on their individual Spanish skills. The course combines 20 group lessons (standard course) with 10 private lessons per week (1 IIC lesson is 45 minutes). Classes take place Monday to Friday, each day usually with 4 group lessons in the morning and 2 private lessons in the afternoon.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 28.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 25.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 13:30  - 18:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Preparation DELE Exam - Group Course
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 4
298 US$ per week (Based on the price of 3 weeks)

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Now Preparation Courses available for all 6 levels of the DELE Diploma: A1 to C2; strengthening specifically those language skills required for the exam. Examinations can be taken after the group courses at the renowned Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) or Universidad Iberoamericana in Santo Domingo. Exam dates: 25/26 May, 24 August and 09/10 November. Exam fee not included.
Starting dates	2012: 30.Apr.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 15.Oct.2012.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 15:00 Afternoon: 13:30  - 18:30
Required minimum language level	Elementary (A2)

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Preparation DELE Exam - Private Lessons
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 1
325 US$ per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Now Preparation Courses available for all 6 levels of the DELE Diploma: A1 to C2; strengthening specifically those language skills required for the exam. Examinations can be taken after the group courses at the renowned Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) or Universidad Iberoamericana in Santo Domingo. Exam dates: 25/26 May, 24 August and 09/10 November. Exam fee not included.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:30 Afternoon: 13:30  - 16:45
Required minimum language level	Elementary (A2)

Note: All courses offered by Dominican Language School, Sosua can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration (minutes):	45 minutes
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 18.50 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Exams offered:	DELE
Language school closed:	In 2012 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2012, 21.Jan.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 06.Apr.2012, 01.May.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 25.Dec.2012
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	German, Spanish, English
Comments about courses:	If you book a course for two weeks or more, you can combine the two school locations Santo Domingo and Sosua (without any additional cost).

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1

School Studio
Single room, Breakfast
195 US$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Several studios located directly in the school building on the first floor; the building is situated in the middle of a lush tropical garden. Direct access to garden terrace. 5 min walking distance to beach and city center. Room has bed, fridge, fan, small seating area and private bathroom with shower/toilet. Breakfast included in accommodation price; served Monday through Saturday (except on national holidays). Distance from school: 1 minutes walking Includes: TV, Daily cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Breakfast, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 30 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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School Apartment
Single room, Breakfast
195 US$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person The apartment is located on the school´s ground in a separate building. The apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, a large living/dining room area, a storage room and bathroom with shower/toilet.Daily cleaning except on Sundays and national holidays.Breakfast included in accommodation price; served Monday through Saturday (except on national holidays). Distance from school: 1 minutes walking Includes: TV, Daily cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 30 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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4-Star Hotel
Single room, Breakfast
450 US$ per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Very nice and friendly hotel of medium-size on the waterfront with own beach and breakfast terrace with gorgeous sea view. Room has a fridge and air-conditioning. Further services: restaurant, bar, pool; Internet, shop, fitness area, hairdresser (services at extra charge). Distance from school: 10 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, Breakfast, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 75 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

Comment	Airport pick-up available at extra-charge of: USD 25.- Airport Puerto Plata (POP) to Sosua; USD 35.- POP to Cabarete.
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	no
Single room	always
Optional airport transfer:	Puerto Plata (POP): for 25 US$ (one way)

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