Tamwood Language CentreWhistler, Canada
- Good location for language + ski/snowboarding
- Free on-site sports equipment and storage for students.
- Amazing location in Whistler’s main Village Square, only minutes away from the gondolas.
Location: Tamwood’s Summer Camp in Whistler is right in the core of the city, at Whistler Base 11. There are lots of shops, restaurants and cafes around the area and it is a short walk from the Whistler Ski Lift.
Getting around: Whistler is a small town, and is easy to walk around. There are some bus stops close to the camp, for travel outside the centre of the town.
Accommodation: Students will be staying in suites. These consist of two bedrooms as well as a shared lounge and bathroom. Each bedroom has a bunk bed which sleeps two. There is a weekly laundry service. Tamwood sleep staff and the campus security provide 24-hour security throughout the camp.
School facilities: The campus has a gym, a swimming pool, sports fields and a computer lab.
Weekly activity programme: The camp provides weekly activities for students who take the full programmes. These run throughout the day, evening and weekends, and consist of cultural, social, sporting and full excursions.
- The language school Tamwood Language Centre was founded in Whistler, Canada in 1992.
- Legal name / parent company: Tamwood International College Ltd.
- Tax registration ID: 135571651
English Courses
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 22 | 33 | 44 |
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Price in C$ | |||||||||||
Price at school Our price | 320 304 | 640 608 | 960 912 | 1280 1216 | 1920 1824 | 2560 2432 | 3200 3040 | 3840 3648 | 7040 6688 | 10560 10032 | 14080 13376 |
The world grows larger when you can understand and communicate in English. As you improve your English skills, new opportunities and life experiences will be waiting for you. Tamwood's General English program will expand your horizon by helping you improve in all areas of English communication. You can choose between five courses, depending on your preferred location, and how much time per week you would like to invest in your learning experience.
You should take this course if:
• Your English level is between beginner and advanced
• You want to improve your overall fluency for daily usage
• You use English in a variety of settings and want to improve your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills
• You want to join interesting elective courses and fun social activities
• You are ready to benefit from a strictly English-speaking environment – in school and outside
This intense and fast-paced course is designed for students who want to accelerate their English learning effectively and fast, focus on specific language skills, and improve their overall fluency.
Morning: 8:30 - 12:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 17:30
Information for all courses offered by Tamwood Language Centre
Optional Medical Insurance:
1 Month - CAD 200
2 Months - CAD 260
3 Months - CAD 320
4 Months - CAD 380
5 Months - CAD 440
6 Months - CAD 500.
01 Jan 2024, 19 Feb 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 20 May 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 02 Sep 2024, 30 Sep 2024, 14 Oct 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Tamwood Language Centre
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 4Number of public PC workstations: 15
Student Age / Nationality
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Airport transfer
340 C$ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | 3 km |
Baseball | | 1.5 km |
Basketball | | 0.5 km |
Cooking | | 0.25 km |
Dancing | | 25 km |
Football (soccer) | - | 0.5 km |
Golf | | 0.5 km |
Horse riding | | 30 km |
Ice Hockey | | 4 km |
Mountainbiking | | 0.3 km |
Music | | 0.25 km |
Rugby | - | 0.5 km |
Sailing | | 5 km |
Skiing | | 0.25 km |
Squash | | 5 km |
Swimming | | 3 km |
Tennis | | 1 km |
Volleyball | | 0.5 km |
Windsurfing | - | 2 km |
Yoga | | 0.2 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Hiking
Adults - Paid activities
Snowboarding
World’s largest downhill mountain bike park
Whistler Blackcomb
Peak 2 Peak Gondola
Accommodation
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in C$ | 580 | 1160 | 1740 | 2320 | 2900 | 3480 | 4060 | 4640 | 5800 | 6960 | 580 | 225 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in C$ | 405 | 810 | 1215 | 1620 | 2025 | 2430 | 2835 | 3240 | 4050 | 4860 | 405 | 225 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
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FAQ about Tamwood Language Centre, Whistler
- What is the best price for a course at Tamwood Language Centre, Whistler?English courses at Tamwood Language Centre start at 304 C$ for Intensive English course with 30 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by Tamwood Language Centre?Yes. The school offers pickup from Vancouver International Airport (170 C$)
- What is the number of students per class at Tamwood?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Tamwood varies from 15 students (Intensive English) to 15 students (Intensive English)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Tamwood Language Centre?100% of teachers at Tamwood Language Centre hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Tamwood Language Centre from?The highest Nationality percentage at Tamwood Language Centre comes from Switzerland with a 39% representation, followed by students from Japan (15%) and Brazil (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Tamwood Language Centre offers courses for which ages?Tamwood Language Centre offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 20 during the summer and 22 for the rest of the year.