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EPA! Español en Panamá
Boquete, Panama

Central Avenue, Plaza Los Establos, 20 - 22 26 Boquete - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Located just a few minutes away from the mountains and waterfall.
  • Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
What we dislike about the school
  • An older average age per class than in other schools in the same city.

Location: EPA! Español en Panamá Boquete is a Spanish langauge school located in the town of Boquete, on the Caldera River, in Panama. The naturally vibrant town is home to the surrounding Chiriqui Highlands, coffee plantations, the Baru Volcano National Park and much more.

Course selection: The school provides a wide range of Spanish courses, with something suitable for students of all levels. In addition to General Spanish taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also provides combination programmes of General Spanish plus activities such as the "Farming Experience", the "Trail and Hiking Experience", "Coffee Tasting and Learning", and the "City and Countryside Spanish Programme".

EPA! Español en Panamá Boquete also provides volunteering and internship opportunities and DELE Exam Preparations. Immersive junior courses are also available throughout the summer months.

Social and cultural: The school provides a regular activities calendar for students to enjoy and engage with their peers. The weekly activities taking place in Boquete include coffee tasting and learning, the thematic garden- the explorer, the public library, hiking, visiting waterfalls, strawberry picking, hanging bridge tours, visiting local brewing companies, and dining out.

Accommodation: The school has many courses with accommodation included. EPA! Español en Panamá Boquete can provide accommodation in Homestay with local families and in Shared Apartments.

Spanish Courses

General Language
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 50 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: 10:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 18:00 - 20:00
Possible course durations
8 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 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 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

Combine the Intensive Course with 10 individual lessons per week. Individual lessons are a great way to enhance your learning experience and progress more quickly.
For Bildungsurlaub, the course offers 5 extra lessons of workshops and cultural immersion.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 50 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 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
2025: 19 Apr 2025, 02 Aug 2025, 04 Oct 2025
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Apartment - shared / Residence, Single room, No meals
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 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: 10:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 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 - 12:00
Possible course durations
2, 4, 6, 8 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 13:00
Possible course durations
2, 4, 6, 8 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Junior
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
2025: 07 Jul 2025, 14 Jul 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 28 Jul 2025

Includes daily and weekend leisure activities.

Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Double room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Interested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
Price includes
Supervision 24/7, Airport transfer (return trip)
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 50 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 - 12:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
14 years
Age range:
14 - 17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Private
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Day

Lessons can be tailored to the students needs and requests. Ideal for students who want to progress quickly.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 18:00 - 21:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Day

Lessons can be tailored to the students needs and requests. Ideal for students who want to progress quickly.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 50 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 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min
Work & Study
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 13:00
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Monday
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 13:00
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Monday
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Apartment - shared / Residence, Single room, No meals
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 13:00
Possible course durations
12 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 13:00
Possible course durations
8 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Monday
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 13:00
Possible course durations
8 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Monday
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Apartment - shared / Residence, Single room, No meals
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 50 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 - 13:00
Possible course durations
8 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
50 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
Starting dates
Every Monday

The DELE certificate is perfect for students who plan to study at a Spanish-speaking university or who want to work in a Spanish-speaking environment.
Tailored lessons that will allow you to familiarise yourself with the format and contents of the examination.

Course specific data
General course schedule
2-3 daily lessons of 50 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 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
50 min

Our prices for EPA! Español en Panamá include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week

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EPA! Español en Panamá

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalSistema de Acreditación de Centros Instituto Cervantes (SACIC)
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)
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at EPA! Español en Panamá and you book here.
Year of school foundation
2

General school facilities

  • Restaurant

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Drink vending machine

  • Library

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Free parking (<500m)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 3
    • Number of public PC workstations: 2
Additional comment about facilities of school
We are located in a Plaza that has great facilites as coffee shop, tour operators, hair and nail saloon and much more. We are centrally located in Boquete where you can walk anywhere. Boquete has a very mild temperature all year.

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
USA 16%
Brazil 10%
Germany 8%
England 8%
France 5%
Korea 5%
Japan 2%
Italy 2%
Sweden 2%
Other nationalities 42%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 10%
18-24 years 15%
25-34 years 35%
35-50 years 30%
>50 years 10%
Average number of students
Adult courses - Throughout the year: 10
Junior courses - In summer: 5
Junior courses - Throughout the year: 2
Minimum age of students
16 years
14 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 6
Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 30 years
Throughout the year: 30 years

Information for all courses offered by EPA! Español en Panamá

Lesson duration
50 minutes
School's administrative fee
50.00 US$
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 60 US$ per course level.
Comments about courses

When there are two holidays in the same week (Monday to Friday), one day of the missed lessons will be made up.
What is included in the course price:

  • Welcome package
  • Assistance certificate
  • Cultural activities every Thursday
  • Weekend activities once a month
  • Conversational classes every Tuesday.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 32 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.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 09 Jan 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 04 Mar 2025, 05 Mar 2025, 08 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 03 Nov 2025, 04 Nov 2025, 05 Nov 2025, 10 Nov 2025, 28 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 20 Dec 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Kuh-e Takhteh:
45 US$ one way
90 US$ return (both ways)
Tocumen International Airport:
45 US$ one way
80 US$ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Boquete and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Boquete page. For flight comparisons to Boquete, we recommend using skyscanner.com.

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Walking tour around the town, library visit, visit to Flower fair

Adults - Paid activities

Get in a boat and visit little islands were 3 species of monkeys live, visit to Panama Canal etc..

Junior - Free activities

- Painting recycle bags
- Quilting a Panamanian cultural image
- Making a string art.
- Salsa, merengue and reggaeton lessons
- Panama cooking lessons
- Body painting with our indigenous communities

Junior - Paid activities

Activities included in junior programme.
activity possible
Ballet
Baseball
Cooking
Dancing
Diving
Football (soccer)
Golf
Horse riding
Mountainbiking
Music
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball
Yoga

Accommodation

Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival

Gluten free or lactose free diet: USD 25 extra per week.
Vegetarian or vegan upon request: USD 50 per week.

Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 55US$.
Price extra night
40 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
1
Free cancellation up to 14 days before arrival
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 55US$.
Price extra night
25 US$ (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
1

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FAQ about EPA! Español en Panamá, Boquete

What is the best price for a course at EPA! Español en Panamá, Boquete?
Spanish courses at EPA! Español en Panamá start at 55 US$ for General Spanish course with 4 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
Is it possible to take a course at EPA! Español en Panamá as an absolute beginner?
Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Intensive, General Spanish, Semi Intensive, Super Intensive
Is airport pickup offered by EPA! Español en Panamá?
Yes. The school offers pickup from Kuh-e Takhteh (45 US$), Tocumen International Airport (45 US$)
What is the number of students per class at EPA! Español en Panamá?
Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at EPA! Español en Panamá varies from 1 students (Private Lessons 10 (evening)) to 12 students (General Spanish)
Which countries are students of EPA! Español en Panamá from?
The highest Nationality percentage at EPA! Español en Panamá comes from USA with a 16% representation, followed by students from Brazil (10%) and Germany (8%).
EPA! Español en Panamá offers courses for which ages?
EPA! Español en Panamá offers courses from 14 years (Junior Summer Program, 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 30 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.

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Terms of EPA! Español en Panamá

First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:30
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
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Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: RUC 1209573-1-583930

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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