What we like about the school
- Location in centre of Old Havana
- Small class sizes
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults
- Rooftop terrace
Corazón Cuba
The language school Corazón Cuba was founded in Havana, Cuba in 2013. Learn Spanish in Old Havana: a UNESCO World Heritage destination with atmosphere, music and dance. The school is nestled in the heart of Old Havana in a vibrant maze of neoclassical buildings. Programs include accommodation, breakfast and lunch, Spanish lessons, dance lessons and 'Discover Cuba' cultural excursions and activities. The objective is to give you a real cultural immersion to help you understand and enjoy this amazing country and maximise your time here!
Corazón Cuba operated previously under the name Jakera.
The school address is: Lamparilla 311, entre Aguacate y Compostella, 10100 - Havana, Cuba (see on map)
Accreditations and Quality seals
School Size:
Facilities
Cafeteria
Library
Lounge
Rooftop terrace
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
6Number of public PC workstations:
1Prices include
- Free certificate of course attendance
- Language level placement test at first day of classes
- For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Course material:
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 6
- Adult courses throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
- in summer: 25 years
- throughout the year: 25 years
- Read our recommendations for students over 30.
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 4
- Adult courses throughout the year: 4
Minimum age of students
- 18 years
Spanish teacher qualifications
- 100 % hold a university degree
- 100 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
10
20
5
5
5
5
30
Optional airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Jose Martí International (HAV).
José Martí International Airport:35 US$ pick up
70 US$ return (both ways)
Days without class
In 2019 (including national and regional bank holidays): 25.Dec.2019.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up
Spanish Courses
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 345 337 | 690 673 | 1035 1010 | 1380 1346 | 1725 1682 | 2070 2019 | 2415 2355 | 2760 2691 | 3105 3028 | 3450 3364 | 4140 4037 |
Course price includes accommodation
Hotel / Hostel, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast & 1 meal
Single room with private bathroom: supplement of USD 10 per day.
Hotel / Hostel, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast & 1 meal
Single room with private bathroom: supplement of USD 10 per day.
Starting dates
Every Sunday.
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:45
Morning: 9:00 - 11:45
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Lessons per week: 10
| Max. group size: 6
390 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 2 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in US$ | -- | 800 780 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Course price includes accommodation
Other, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast & 1 meal
Price includes accommodation (shared single rooms (same sex) or private room for couples who book at the same time), breakfast & lunch, 3 x 45 minute, and daily Spanish lessons Monday to Friday.
Plus 4 afternoons per week participating in community based volunteer projects (3+ hours per session) and one Discover Cuba cultural excursion per week.
Age limit: 35 years old.
Other, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast & 1 meal
Price includes accommodation (shared single rooms (same sex) or private room for couples who book at the same time), breakfast & lunch, 3 x 45 minute, and daily Spanish lessons Monday to Friday.
Plus 4 afternoons per week participating in community based volunteer projects (3+ hours per session) and one Discover Cuba cultural excursion per week.
Age limit: 35 years old.
Starting dates
2019: 06.Jan.2019, 03.Feb.2019, 03.Mar.2019, 07.Apr.2019, 05.May.2019, 02.Jun.2019, 07.Jul.2019, 04.Aug.2019, 01.Sep.2019, 06.Oct.2019, 03.Nov.2019, 01.Dec.2019.
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:45
Morning: 9:00 - 11:45
Select »
Lessons per week: 15
| Max. group size: 6
386 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in US$ | -- | 800 780 | -- | 1580 1541 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Course price includes accommodation
Hotel / Hostel, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast & 1 meal
The price includes accommodation, breakfast and lunch, intensive Spanish lessons, dance lessons twice weekly, cultural excursions/activities three times weekly, and escorted trips to the beach on weekends. Plus a 3 day/2 night excursion to Vinales (4 week program only).
Hotel / Hostel, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast & 1 meal
The price includes accommodation, breakfast and lunch, intensive Spanish lessons, dance lessons twice weekly, cultural excursions/activities three times weekly, and escorted trips to the beach on weekends. Plus a 3 day/2 night excursion to Vinales (4 week program only).
Starting dates
2019: 06.Jan.2019, 20.Jan.2019, 03.Feb.2019, 17.Feb.2019, 03.Mar.2019, 17.Mar.2019, 07.Apr.2019, 21.Apr.2019, 05.May.2019, 19.May.2019, 02.Jun.2019, 16.Jun.2019, 07.Jul.2019, 21.Jul.2019, 04.Aug.2019, 18.Aug.2019, 01.Sep.2019, 15.Sep.2019, 06.Oct.2019, 20.Oct.2019, 03.Nov.2019, 17.Nov.2019, 01.Dec.2019, 15.Dec.2019.
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:45
Morning: 9:00 - 11:45
Note: All courses offered by Corazón Cuba, Havana can be reserved 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: 45 minutes
Individual classesSingle individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 8 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Comments about courses:Upon arrival, students can pay remaining fees in cash.
Extra night (accommodation and breakfast): USD 35.
Single room with private bathroom: supplement of USD 10 per day.
Extra night (accommodation and breakfast): USD 35.
Single room with private bathroom: supplement of USD 10 per day.
Accommodation
Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast & 1 meal
345 US$ per week
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| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 345 | 690 | 1035 | 1580 | 1925 | 2270 | 2615 | 2960 | 3650 | 4340 | 345 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
During public holidays classes and activities may be rescheduled but accommodation, breakfast and lunch are included 365 days a year!
Price extra night:
35 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Shared room (multiple beds).
Distance from school:
1 minutes walking
Includes:
TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Air conditioning, Breakfast & 1 meal, Private bathroom.
Age of students
Minimum age of students: 18
The main property is a Hostel where Spanish lessons, breakfast & lunch, meetings and impromptu social gatherings happen. There are 6 dorm style rooms, all with windows and air conditioning, plus individual lockers for valuables (bring a padlock!). There are many private toilets and shower facilities on the premises as well as dining rooms.
If you book as a couple, or pay a single room supplement, you will stay at a private Casa Particulare very nearby, but still have access to the Hostel.
If you book as a couple, or pay a single room supplement, you will stay at a private Casa Particulare very nearby, but still have access to the Hostel.
Reviews
4.1/5.0
Overall rating
18 authentic reviews from students who reserved with usCity
4.6/5.0
Organisation
4.1/5.0
Facilities
3.6/5.0
Social activities
4.2/5.0
Course quality / Progress in language
4.2/5.0
Value for money
4.1/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
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Shared Flat (apartment)
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Students liked about Corazón Cuba, Havana
Eva-maria29 years - Austria
“The team was young and dynamic. There was always someone there, in case if problems, or just to talk. My Spanish teacher had just the right mix of fun and seriousness to motivate the entire group to peak performance. I grew so fond of the people that the farewell was really hard.”
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.0/5.0
Other
4.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0/5.0
Sarah 36 years - Ireland
“Very well organised. lovely people. very helpful.”
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0/5.0
Other
5.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: bring long trousers for horse riding to avoid mosquito bites.
Other comments: amazing. u wont regret it. salsa dancing was amazing too.
Hiroshi38 years - Japan
“Well organized”
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0/5.0
School organization
5.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
5.0/5.0
Other
5.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
5.0/5.0
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: One needs English skills to attend the Spanish lessons.
Other comments: Staff are friendly. The activities, accommodation, and transfer service are well organized.
Michelle54 years - United States
“This program was safe, adventurous and educational. I enjoyed the multicultural student body!”
Overall rating
5.0/5.0
Value for money
4.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Social activities
5.0/5.0
Accommodation
Additional information
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Better directions to the school facility would be helpful.
Other comments: The is of good value!
Bobbi 62 years - United States
“Price. Student diversity. Fun staff. Great location.”
Overall rating
4.0/5.0
Value for money
5.0/5.0
Detailed review
City/place
5.0/5.0
Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0/5.0
Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0/5.0
School organization
4.0/5.0
Social activities
4.0/5.0
Accommodation
Homestay
4.0/5.0
Other
4.0/5.0
Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0/5.0
Additional information
Other comments: Would've loved more time for staff to share with us re: what their lives were and are like in Cuba, culture etc....
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