Spanish in Malaga, Spain

Malaga is currently one of the most popular destinations in Spain for studying Spanish. Located on the southern Mediterranean coast, it benefits from the famous Mediterranean climate and the cultural heritage of the many different influences. Malaga has a beautiful historic city centre with winding streets, hundreds of tapas bars, lively festivals and nightlife, and nearby beautiful beaches, making this a wonderful place to be based.

Our school in Malaga has its own minicampus including a swimming pool, sunny terraces, a restaurant and lively bar, multimedia learning centre and 20 modern classrooms. The school has a new student lounge, open 24hrs, with a TV, drinks and snack machines, computers and WIFI access.

Minimum age is 16 years

Courses: We offer a wide range of Spanish courses in Malaga. Click on one of the options below for 2010 dates and prices.

• General and Intensive Spanish courses
• Spanish and Cookery
• Spanish and Dance
• Young at Heart course (55+)
• Teacher Refresher Course
• Teen summer course, 16 - 20 years
• Spanish & Work Experience

Cultural activities and excursions are offered to help students discover the city and local culture e.g. Spanish cookery or dance classes, museum visits, city tours. Larger excursions may be offered with a small charge payable at the school.

Accommodation is available in the school's 3* residence (with pool), homestays and shared apartments, all year round. Hotels and studio apartments available on request.

Transfers: a return transfer from Malaga Airport costs £85

Public holidays: the school will be closed on the 6 Jan, 1 Mar, 1/2 Apr, 16/19 Aug, 8 Sep, 12 Oct, 1 Nov, 6/* Dec 2010 and from 19 Dec to 3 Jan 2011 and no classes will be held on these days.

General and Intensive Spanish Courses

A variety of Spanish courses are available with group and private lessons. Courses of all levels, maximum group size = 10 students, 1 lesson = 50 minutes.

Start dates: 4*/11*/18/25* Jan, 1/8*/15/22* Feb, 1/8*/15/22*/29 Mar, 5*/12/19*/26 Apr, 3*/10/17*/24/31* May, 7/14*/21/28* Jun, 5/12*/19/26* Jul, 2/9*/16/23*/30* Aug, 6/13*/20/27* Sep, 4/11*/18/25* Oct, 1/8*/15/22*/29 Nov, 6 Dec* 2010. 

*Complete beginners may only start on the dates marked above 

Contact us for reduced rates for long term Spanish courses in Malaga (6-14 weeks)

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Spanish and Cookery

If you love Spanish food, this is the course for you! This course combines Spanish tuition with cookery demonstrations (students will learn how to prepare a 3-course menu and enjoy eating the food afterwards), visits to a local place of gastronomic interest, talks on local food/wine, cultural activities and a wonderful farewell meal with wine at the end of the second week.  

1 week £385 / 2 weeks £695 (excl. accommodation) 

• Course duration: 1/2 weeks
• Spanish lessons per week: 20 group
• Cookery demonstrations per week: 2 (followed by dinner)
• Group size: maximum 10 students
• Minimum level: Beginner 

Start dates: 22 Feb, 1* Mar, 19/26* Apr, 31 May, 7* Jun, 27 Sep, 4*/25 Oct, 1* Nov 2010

* 1 week course only, not suitable for beginners.

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Spanish and Dance

This course combines morning Spanish with dance classes in Salsa or Flamenco. All dance classes are taught in an air-conditioned dance studio and the teachers are professional dance tutors.

1 weeks £315 /  2 weeks £580 (excl. accommodation) 

• Course duration: 1-2 weeks
• Spanish lessons per week: 20 group
• Dance lessons per week: 10 group
• Group size: max.10 students (Spanish), 20 students (dance)
• Minimum level: Beginner*  

Salsa courses start on 11 Jan, 8 Feb, 22 Mar, 19 Apr, 17/31 May, 30 Aug, 11 Oct 2010

Flamenco courses start on 25 Jan, 22 Feb, 3 May, 13 Sep, 25 Oct 2010

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Young at Heart course

This course is designed for mature learners aged 55+ and combines Spanish language tuition with visits to places of local interest and activities. Social and cultural activities are offered each day, Monday-Friday, and a full day excursion at the weekend is also included.

2 weeks £585 / 4 weeks £1,150 (excl. accommodation) 

• Course duration: 2-4 weeks
• Spanish lessons per week: 15 group
• Group size: max. 10 students
• Minimum level: Elementary

Courses start on 8/22 Feb, 8/22 Mar, 5/19 Apr, 3/17/31 May, 13/27 Sep, 11/25 Oct and 8 Nov 2010

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Teacher Refresher Course 

This course is designed for teachers with an advanced level, who would like to refresh their skills in Spanish, methodology, pronunciation and classroom strategy.

1 week £390 / 2 weeks £730 (excl. accommodation) 

• Course duration: 1-2 weeks
• Lessons per week: 30 group per week (20 Spanish + 10 Methodology)
• Minimum level: advanced

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Teen summer Course, 16-20 years

Designed for the older teenager, this programme offers an exciting combination of a holiday and a serious language course. The materials and activities have been adapted to take into account the interests of this age group, and the timetable is particularly suited to those who want to combine their studies with a good social life. Activities may include sport (beach football/volleyball, swimming, table-tennis, etc.), an introduction to salsa and/or flamenco, tours of the historic centre, films, parties, and boat trips. One full-day excursion at the weekend is included in the price of each 2 week booking.

2 weeks £955

• Course duration: 2+ weeks
• Spanish lessons per week: 15 group
• Group size: max. 10 students
• Minimum level: Elementary
• Accommodation: homestay, single room, half board (Sunday to Saturday)

Start dates: 14/28 Jun, 12/26 Jul, 9 Aug (2 weeks only) 2010

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Spanish and Work Experience

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Accommodation in Malaga

Arrivals should be on Sunday and departures on Saturday morning (1 week = 6 nights, 2 weeks = 13 nights, extra week = 7 nights etc.).   

Please note, there is a high season supplement of £55 per week on all accommodation from 13 June to 18 September 2010

Homestay

This type of accommodation is perfect for those who want to be fully immersed in everyday Spanish life. Accommodation is half board.

3* School Residence (with pool)

The school's on-site residence provides full independence and a friendly atmosphere living with other students. All have en-suite shower/bathroom with WC. There are no cooking facilities on the premises but the school has a cafe/restaurant/terrace bar open all year round and meal packages can be paid for in advance (see below).

*Twin rooms may be booked for sole use during low season only  

** All executive rooms have double beds and can be booked for single use or two people sharing. Studio prices are based on a minimum of two people sharing

Meal packages

Breakfast is continental and lunch and dinner is a fixed menu of starter, main course, dessert and drink  

Half board includes breakfast every day + 12 other meals every 2 weeks - lunch or dinner (Mon-Fri) and dinner on Sundays

Full board includes breakfast every day and 22 other meals every 2 weeks - lunch and dinner (Mon-Fri) and dinner on Sundays

Shared apartments 

This type of accommodation is perfect for younger students (18-25 years) who wish to stay longer than two weeks. All apartments have a shared bathroom, living room and kitchen facilities. Type A apartments are of a slightly higher standard and located approximately 10 minutes on foot from the school. Type B apartments are located within 30 minutes on foot or by public transport from the school.

Extra nights are not available in shared apartments but may be arranged in the school's residence, on request.

To book a place on a course or holiday all you have to do is call us on +44 (0)131 621 7721, or submit an online enquiry form with details of the course or holiday you would like to book and we will get in touch with you. Please ensure you read our booking conditions carefully before booking and double check the dates for your intended trip so you are aware of any public holidays which may occur during your stay.

Courses in Malaga:

• General and Intensive Spanish courses
• Spanish and Cookery
• Spanish and Dance
• Young at heart course (55+)
• Teacher Refresher Course
• Teen Summer Course, 16 - 20 years
• Spanish & Work Experience

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