What we like about the school
- Year-round surfing and water sports
- Small class sizes
Nosara Spanish Institute
- Nosara Spanish Institute is located in the peaceful and natural coastal city of Nosara, Costa Rica. Housed just an 8-minute walk from the paradise-like beaches of Playa Guiones, the school is surrounded by eateries, yoga centres and supermarkets selling the finest in organic products. Nosara has for some time been hailed as one of the world's prime locations for yoga, yoga retreats and surfing. A quiet community with many ex-pats, retirees and young families, Nosara provides a unique and relaxed location, where students' may further their understanding of the Spanish language, whilst enjoying the beautiful waters and coastline activities available to the area. Spanish courses taught in groups or privately, run all year round, with combination courses available including surf and yoga. ...A long-term community programme is also available, designed specifically for residents or long-stay visitors to the area. The school's facilities consist of a lounge area, a garden, free coffee and free WIFI. All classrooms are equipped with televisions, air conditioning and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment. As mentioned, the area thrives on activities such as surfing, yoga and others, involving the local surrounding and marine life. Nosara Spanish Institute is happy to assist students in arranging many activities, including beach and mountain horseback riding, fishing, hiking, stand up paddleboarding and stand up paddle surfing, cooking classes, dance classes, music classes and more! Students are sure to have a fulfilling time whilst studying in Nosara.More
- Nosara Spanish Institute operated previously under the name Malajugijumada S.A..
- The language school Nosara Spanish Institute was founded in Nosara, Costa Rica in 2009.
- Address: Apdo. 115-5233 Guanacaste, Nicoya, 50206 - Nosara, Costa Rica (see on map)
- Legal name / parent company: Nosara Spanish Institute
- Tax registration ID: 3101508214
- Covid-19 Status: School currently open
Covid-19 related security measures that are taken by Nosara Spanish Institute
All classrooms have hand sanitizer and all seats and common surfaces are disinfected after each class. Group class sizes are limited to 3 students per class at this time.
Accreditations and Quality seals
ACTFL, UNASchool Size:
Facilities
Microwave for student use
Lounge
Garden
Free coffee
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms:
5Number of public PC workstations:
1Our price includes
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Average number of students
- Adult courses in summer: 20
- Adult courses throughout the year: 20
Average age of students
- in summer: 25 years
- throughout the year: 35 years
- Read our recommendations for students over 30.
Average number of levels
- Adult courses in summer: 6
- Adult courses throughout the year: 6
Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- 16 years for specific Junior courses
Spanish teacher qualifications
- 75% hold a university degree
- 75% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):
10
10
15
50
Days without class
In 2021 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01 Jan. 2021, 01 Apr. 2021, 02 Apr. 2021, 12 Apr. 2021, 03 May 2021, 26 Jul. 2021, 13 Sep. 2021, 16 Aug. 2021, 11 Oct. 2021, 29 Nov. 2021, 24 Dec. 2021.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are classes recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Spanish Courses
General Language
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 335 319 | 655 623 | 980 931 | 1275 1212 | 1580 1501 | 1885 1791 | 2190 2081 | 2495 2371 | 3105 2950 | 3715 3530 | 305 290 |
The 20-hour program is the most comprehensive course option available.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 8:00 - 11:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:40
Morning: 8:00 - 11:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:40
This course tends to sell out quickly!
Lessons per week: 4
| Max. group size: 6
38 US$ per week
(Based on the price of 4 weeks)
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | 160 152 | -- | -- | -- | 320 304 | -- | 480 456 | 640 608 |
This course is ideal for residents and long-term visitors.
Minimum duration of 4 weeks. Students will have 2 lessons of 50 minutes per week.
Minimum duration of 4 weeks. Students will have 2 lessons of 50 minutes per week.
Starting dates
For all levels except from absolute beginners:
Every Monday.
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
04 Jan. 2021
04 Jan. 2021
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: 8:15 - 10:05
Morning: 8:15 - 10:05
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 275 262 | 495 471 | 695 661 | 895 851 | 1110 1055 | 1325 1259 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 215 205 |
This program is ideal for those that have other commitments or are unable to take the 20-hour program.
Starting dates
For all levels except from absolute beginners:
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Spanish course before:
04 Jan. 2021
04 Jan. 2021
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: 8:00 - 9:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:40
Morning: 8:00 - 9:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:40
Private
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 375 357 | 750 713 | 1125 1069 | 1500 1425 | 1875 1782 | 2250 2138 | 2625 2494 | 3000 2850 | 3750 3563 | 4500 4275 | 375 357 |
This is a package of 10 individual lessons that consist of 2 sessions per day.
The program is ideal for those that would like to work at their own pace and/or focus on a specific language point.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 8:00 - 9:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:40
Morning: 8:00 - 9:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:40
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 575 547 | 1150 1093 | 1725 1639 | 2300 2185 | 2875 2732 | 3450 3278 | 4025 3824 | 4600 4370 | 5750 5463 | 6900 6555 | 575 547 |
This is a package of 20 individual lessons that consist of 4 sessions per day.
It is ideal for those that would like to work at their own pace and/or would like to focus on a specific language point.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 8:00 - 11:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:40
Morning: 8:00 - 11:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:40
Language Plus Activity
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 405 385 | 810 770 | 1215 1155 | 1620 1539 | 2025 1924 | 2430 2309 | 2835 2694 | 3240 3078 | 3645 3463 | 4050 3848 | 4860 4617 |
This course includes 2 x 2 hour professional group surf lessons (on Tuesday and Thursday).
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 8:00 - 9:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:40
Morning: 8:00 - 9:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:40
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 485 461 | 970 922 | 1455 1383 | 1940 1843 | 2425 2304 | 2910 2765 | 3395 3226 | 3880 3686 | 4365 4147 | 4850 4608 | 5820 5529 |
This course includes 2 x 2 hour professional group surf lessons (on Tuesday and Thursday).
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 8:00 - 11:45
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:40
Morning: 8:00 - 11:45
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:40
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 340 323 | 680 646 | 1020 969 | 1360 1292 | 1700 1615 | 2040 1938 | 2380 2261 | 2720 2584 | 3060 2907 | 3400 3230 | 4080 3876 |
This course includes 5 x Bodhi Tree yoga classes per week.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 8:00 - 9:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:40
Morning: 8:00 - 9:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:40
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 410 390 | 820 779 | 1230 1169 | 1640 1558 | 2050 1948 | 2460 2337 | 2870 2727 | 3280 3116 | 3690 3506 | 4100 3895 | 4920 4674 |
This course includes 5 x Bodhi Tree yoga classes per week.
Starting dates
Every Monday.
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: 8:00 - 11:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:40
Morning: 8:00 - 11:40
Afternoon: 13:00 - 16:40
Note: All courses offered by Nosara Spanish Institute can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
Lesson duration: 50 minutes
Accommodation
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in US$ | 195 | 390 | 585 | 780 | 975 | 1170 | 1365 | 1560 | 1950 | 2340 | 195 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Price per person
Price extra night:
35 US$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy:
Single room.
Includes:
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Breakfast & 1 meal, Shared bathroom.
Age of students:
Minimum age of students: 18Should you decide on a homestay, it is of utmost importance to understand the differences in standards of living between what many westerners are accustomed to. Houses are very clean, but small and rustic. While each house provides for all the basic needs, students should understand that many of the more modern amenities are likely not available. Students are guaranteed a private room but bathrooms might be shared with the entire family.
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- What is the best price for a course at Nosara Spanish Institute, Nosara?Spanish courses at Nosara Spanish Institute start at 38 US$ for Community Program course with 4 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Nosara Spanish Institute?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Nosara Spanish Institute
- Is it possible to take a course at Nosara Spanish Institute as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Community Program , Group Spanish Program 10
- What is the number of students per class at Nosara Spanish Institute?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Nosara Spanish Institute varies from 1 students (Individual Program 10 ) to 6 students (Group Spanish Program 20)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Nosara Spanish Institute?75% of teachers at Nosara Spanish Institute hold a university degree. 75% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Nosara Spanish Institute from?The highest Nationality percentage at Nosara Spanish Institute comes from USA with a 50% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (15%) and Germany (10%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Nosara Spanish Institute offers courses for which ages?Nosara Spanish Institute offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.
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