Máximo Nivel

Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

At Maximo Nivel, small group Spanish classes start every Monday, year round. Class schedules are available in the morning or in the afternoon. Group classes are offered at all levels, Basic through Advanced. Groups are formed based on your results on the free Spanish Placement Exam. Teachers keep the group classes small, ranging in size from 3–8 people, though most groups average only 3–6 people. Small group classes provide a great balance between personalized attention, social interaction, and engagement.

Benefits of Small Group Classes
– Small group classes are designed to facilitate interaction among all learners in the group
– Groups help provide a “safety net” and take the pressure off—everyone’s in it together
– Other learners may ask questions that you have not thought of—bringing more clarity to each lesson
– There is a great social aspect in group classes—easy to make friends and find study partners

If you want to commit some of your extra time to learning Spanish but can’t commit to a full-time programme, then the Group 10 Spanish programme with its relatively easy-going schedule of 10 lessons per week could be a realistic option for you. You will work on improving the fundamental skills of learning a second language, including using grammar structures accurately, as well as reading, writing, listening and speaking.

The class sizes are kept small, at just 8 participants maximum, which helps students and teachers to communicate with each other easily and work together efficiently and effectively.

At the start of the programme you will be asked to take a placement test with the school, which will help them determine which group level you should be assigned to. It’s normal and expected that your group may change after a period of time, due to your progress with your Spanish studies.


At Maximo Nivel, small group Spanish classes start every Monday, year round. Class schedules are available in the morning or in the afternoon. Group classes are offered at all levels, Basic through Advanced. Groups are formed based on your results on the free Spanish Placement Exam. Teachers keep the group classes small, ranging in size from 3–8 people, though most groups average only 3–6 people. Small group classes provide a great balance between personalized attention, social interaction, and engagement.

Benefits of Small Group Classes
– Small group classes are designed to facilitate interaction among all learners in the group
– Groups help provide a “safety net” and take the pressure off—everyone’s in it together
– Other learners may ask questions that you have not thought of—bringing more clarity to each lesson
– There is a great social aspect in group classes—easy to make friends and find study partners

Maximo Nivel’s Super Intensive Spanish program puts you in class 6 hours per day — 4 hours in small group classes and 2 hours in private lessons. The super intensive program works best when coupled with a traditional family-stay in order to maximize your Spanish immersion experience. Super intensive study is recommended for people who want to learn very quickly or who want to break through a learning plateau. Super Intensive programs are also excellent for university students and business professionals who want maximum gains in the least amount of time. All levels, Basic through Advanced, are available in the super intensive format.

This course includes 4 hours of Spanish classes each day followed by a 1-week adventure and cultural tour to Manuel Antonio National Park, Rainmaker tour, canopy zip line, white water rafting, Nauyaca Waterfall hike and Trimaran sunset sails tour.

Maximo Nivel’s Mini Adventures are an excellent way to make your program abroad even more meaningful! These are 6-day itineraries that take you directly to the must-see sites in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. You visit the absolute highlight tours that every traveler must experience while in-country and we do all the work set-up for you.

What's Included:
– All tour and entrance tickets
– Professional, bilingual guide
– Transportation to/from each tour
– Accommodations
– Some meals are included
– Emergency contact number 24/7

It includes tours and social activities, camp T-shirt, books and materials, free salsa and cooking classes, access to WiFi and computer lounge, and certificate.

Spanish Camp is an amazing experience where you discover a world of travel, language, and intercultural exchange. You are never too young to start exploring and the Summer Spanish Camp program in Costa Rica helps you begin your exploration abroad in a safe and guided environment during your summer break.

Spanish Camp is a full-immersion experience for teens between 13 and 17 years old, that integrates the Spanish language into all aspects of the program, including community service, sports, cultural activities, and tourism. You experience different cultural activities and tours in the morning and receive 3 hours of Spanish classes per day after. Activities include museum visits, national park tours, creative workshops, recreational games, and more. This unique experience helps you develop a better sense of the world and grow into a true global citizen. Summer Spanish Camp is an experience you remember forever!

Maximo Nivel in Manuel Antonio is an open-air institute overlooking the clear, blue waters of the Pacific coast. Spanish campers study amidst Costa Rica’s beautiful rainforest and white sand beaches. The open campus has 15 classrooms, a beautiful terrace and lots of common areas, WiFi, computer lab, and snack bar. Campers soak up the sun and the fun with the greatest views in Costa Rica, just minutes from the beach.

At Maximo Nivel, private Spanish classes are the most intensive and fastest method for learning Spanish. Private classes start any day of the week, year-round. Private classes are available for all levels, Basic through Advanced. One-to-One programs are specially tailored to your specific needs and interests. After taking the free Spanish placement exam to determine your level, you and your teacher will discuss your learning goals and design your exact program. Private classes are great for people who have specific objectives, such as DELE Exam preparation, conversation only, more/less grammar, and so on.

Benefits of Private Classes
– Move through material at your own pace
– Focus on material that is especially relevant to YOU
– 100% personalized feedback and uninterrupted attention from your teacher
– Your personal learning style forms the basis for every lesson
– Private classes are very flexible in terms of organizing your time in-country

At Maximo Nivel, private Spanish classes are the most intensive and fastest method for learning Spanish. Private classes start any day of the week, year-round. Private classes are available for all levels, Basic through Advanced. One-to-One programs are specially tailored to your specific needs and interests. After taking the free Spanish placement exam to determine your level, you and your teacher will discuss your learning goals and design your exact program. Private classes are great for people who have specific objectives, such as DELE Exam preparation, conversation only, more/less grammar, and so on.

Benefits of Private Classes
– Move through material at your own pace
– Focus on material that is especially relevant to YOU
– 100% personalized feedback and uninterrupted attention from your teacher
– Your personal learning style forms the basis for every lesson
– Private classes are very flexible in terms of organizing your time in-country

At Maximo Nivel, private Spanish classes are the most intensive and fastest method for learning Spanish. Private classes start any day of the week, year-round. Private classes are available for all levels, Basic through Advanced. One-to-One programs are specially tailored to your specific needs and interests. After taking the free Spanish placement exam to determine your level, you and your teacher will discuss your learning goals and design your exact program. Private classes are great for people who have specific objectives, such as DELE Exam preparation, conversation only, more/less grammar, and so on.

Benefits of Private Classes
– Move through material at your own pace
– Focus on material that is especially relevant to YOU
– 100% personalized feedback and uninterrupted attention from your teacher
– Your personal learning style forms the basis for every lesson
– Private classes are very flexible in terms of organizing your time in-country

Careers are more global in scope and content than ever before. You need to develop a whole new set of professional skills to ensure your success and to set yourself apart. Employers are looking for people with international experience. Living and working internationally shows you have a more global perspective. It shows you are flexible and able to adapt to unexpected situations. You demonstrate that you can effectively deal cross-culturally and work with people from all backgrounds. Employers know you’re ready to accept challenges and take initiative.

Get practical work experience, develop Spanish language skills, and build your international network. An international internship definitely helps you standout in the eyes of future employers and it can also determine future studies and career direction. At Maximo Nivel, internship programs start every Monday throughout the year. Internships placements are available across a wide range of career fields in Costa Rica, Guatemala, or Peru.

This option provides 2 weeks of Spanish plus 2 weeks of volunteering OR 4 weeks of Spanish plus 4 weeks of volunteering. It includes airport pickup, orientation and project management.

Volunteer abroad and service learning programs in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru provide you with unique opportunities to live and work in Latin America, while giving back to the global community and immersing yourself in the local culture. Have you dreamed about traveling to a developing country, spending your time in a meaningful way, and immersing yourself in a new culture? Community service and volunteering abroad is a life-changing experience where you expand your horizons in a way that could never be achieved in a classroom.

This course focuses on building business vocabulary and developing speaking, writing, and presentation skills in Spanish within various business contexts and is designed to expand the student’s vocabulary and proficiency in Spanish for business. The course also examines topics on business protocol and etiquette in Latin America and Spain.

This course focuses on building business vocabulary and developing speaking, writing, and presentation skills in Spanish within various business contexts and is designed to expand the students vocabulary and proficiency in Spanish for business. The course also examines topics on business protocol and etiquette in Latin America and Spain.

Spanish for Special Purposes (SSP) includes courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Business. SSP teachers are some of the most experienced instructors and they have additional experience in Business and Healthcare. Spanish for Special Purposes is intended for medical and nursing students, traveling healthcare professionals, and business people who need specialized Spanish language skills for their careers.

This course focuses on building medical vocabulary and developing speaking, writing, and presentation skills in Spanish within the context of healthcare and medicine. This includes role-play scenarios, research, vocabulary acquisition and when possible, guest speakers and visits to local clinics or hospitals.


This course focuses on building medical vocabulary and developing speaking, writing, and presentation skills in Spanish within the context of healthcare and medicine. This includes role-play scenarios, research, vocabulary acquisition and when possible, guest speakers and visits to local clinics or hospitals.

This course is designed for Spanish learners looking for an intensive language-learning opportunity. Throughout your language training, the teacher will continuously assess your ability in the four language skills – Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing; and the four language systems – Grammar, Vocabulary, Phonology, and Function.

Spanish for Special Purposes (SSP) includes courses in Medical Spanish and Spanish for Business. SSP teachers are some of the most experienced instructors and they have additional experience in Business and Healthcare. Spanish for Special Purposes is intended for medical and nursing students, traveling healthcare professionals, and business people who need specialized Spanish language skills for their careers.

This course includes 4 hours of Spanish classes each day followed by a 4-week, 150-hour internationally-recognised TEFL Certification programme.

A TEFL certification is your first step to teaching English abroad. Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, living and working internationally is important if you want to build your global competence and expertise. Teaching English abroad gives you this opportunity—it is a life changing experience, where you travel the world and immerse yourself in new cultures.

Working as an international English teacher requires specialized knowledge and techniques. The Maximo Nivel TEFL Certification program teaches you the skills and methodologies you need to be a top-notch ESL teacher, and to feel confident in front of every English classroom. This takes study, practice, and feedback. At Maximo Nivel, the experienced TEFL trainers teach you everything it takes to be a professional ESL teacher anywhere in the world!

This course includes 4 hours of Spanish classes each day followed by a 1-week PADI scuba diving certification course. The price includes airport pick-up in San Jose as well as transportation to and from San Jose or Manuel Antonio.

This course includes 4 hours of Spanish classes each day followed by a 1-week PADI scuba diving certification course. The Scuba program is in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. The price includes airport pick-up in San Jose + transportation to/from San Jose/Manuel Antonio, and Housing for 6 nights in a private room with host family with breakfast and dinner included.

Get certified in scuba diving. Maximo Nivel offers full PADI certifications with knowledgeable and highly experienced PADI instructors. PADI credentials are the most respected and sought after in the diving community and the certification is internationally recognized. Scuba diving opens a whole new world of travel—the most revelatory moment of your life is the first time you dive below the ocean’s surface.

Becoming a certified scuba diver is an amazing adventure! Scuba certification includes 3 phases:

1. Knowledge Development
   
2. Confined Water Dives
   
3. Open Water Dives
   
   The PADI Open Water Diver course is flexible and performance based. The PADI certification course can be completed in 3-5 days. Throughout the course, your PADI Instructor focuses on helping you become a confident and comfortable diver.
   
   Manuel Antonio is located on the pacific coast of Costa Rica and is home to the best beaches in the country. The scuba course takes place in the Manuel Antonio National Park, which is home to a bustling tropical marine oasis. Divers view volcanic rock formations, sea turtles, white tip and small reef sharks, octopuses, lobsters, and an infinite variety of tropical fish. The Costa Rica scuba program is a 4 day course and includes host family accommodations with breakfast and dinner.

This course includes 4 hours of Spanish classes each day followed by a 1-week surf school course. The price includes airport pick-up in San Jose as well as transportation to and from San Jose or Manuel Antonio.

Small group Spanish classes 4 hours/day for either 1 week or 3 weeks, then followed by a 1-week surf school course. Housing during the Spanish immersion part of the program is in host family with a private room and breakfast and dinner included 7 days/week. The Surf program is in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. The price includes airport pick-up in San Jose + transportation to/from San Jose/Manuel Antonio + Housing for 6 nights in a private room with a host family with breakfast and dinner included.

Surf school is a great program if you want to take surf lessons or if are you an experienced surfer in country without your board. Maximo Nivel offers professionally run surfing programs with all the equipment you need on 3 of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru are world class surfing destinations—so these are great places to check out the waves!

Get a taste of the fantastic sport of surfing while you are in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. If you have never surfed, take beginner lessons; if you surf now, take advanced lessons or just rent a board. Surfing is a great new challenge to make your travel meaningful!

Manuel Antonio is the best beach in Costa Rica and it is the perfect destination for surfers of all levels. The beach life in Manuel Antonio offers great waves in a safe and protected environment. Learn the techniques of surfing or bring your current surf skills to the next level. There is also time to just relax and catch some great sun!