Did you know that Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world? More than 350 million people speak Spanish as their mother tongue and it is the official language in 21 countries. Now is your chance to learn and improve your Spanish. And what better place to learn Spanish than…SPAIN?

Cultural Embrace offers a wide range of Spanish lessons and other activities in six cities within Spain. With traditional cathedrals, modern architecture, and delicious Mediterranean cuisine, Spain is a golden country in the heart of Europe. In addition to different language levels and classroom sizes, we offer many other programs that can be combined for you to enjoy Spain's traditions and cultural activities: Flamenco dancing, tennis, golf, history, art, and internship positions. You can customize the activities to fit your schedule and even take classes in different locations of Spain if you wish to travel and learn.

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Learning Spanish in Spain Offers:

Practical experience learning Spanish through native and professional Spanish teachers 
An amazing opportunity to speak and practice Spanish with locals in everyday situations
An opportunity to broaden your perspective and worldview
An opportunity to participate in and learn Spanish cultural activities (e.g.: language, cooking, crafts)
Memorable travel experiences with the chance to see exotic sites you have always dreamed about 
The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe  
A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills 

Cultural Embrace Offers:

• Guaranteed Class Placement Prior to Departure
  Cultural Embrace pre-arranges your class enrollment before you leave home.  In addition, we can pre-arrange any other cultural activity that may interest you (e.g. culinary skills, arts & crafts).
• Housing Assistance
  We can pre-arrange your accommodations before you arrive in Spain. Three main styles of accommodations are available in most cities: Homestays, Student Residences, and Shared Housing. We can also make reservations at local hostels and hotels or find an apartment for you to rent.  
• Arrival Assistance 
  An optional airport pick-up and transfer is available. 
• Welcome Reception
  Upon your arrival, there will be a welcome party and reception.
• Classroom Materials
  Study materials for class are provided (textbook/workbook and photocopies of exercises).  
• Social Activities and Excursions
  Social activities and excursions are available.  Some excursions require that you pay transportation and entrance fees.
• Internet Access
  Free email, internet, and library/video room access, where available.
• Travel Insurance:  Basic Major Medical Coverage 
  Our policy provides basic medical coverage. Cultural Embrace highly recommends additional travel insurance.
• Cultural Embrace Kit
  Useful tips, advice, and information to prepare you for the amazing adventure of traveling abroad.
• Full-time Representation
  Cultural Embrace provides representation in the United States and Spain prior to, during, and after your placement.
• Certificate & Academic Report
  Upon completion of the course, you will receive an accredited certificate and academic report with the CEELE (University of Alcala) seal.

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General Classes
Spanish courses take place all year round and the schools are always open. The average class size is 5 students. Students take an oral and written placement test on the first Monday after their arrival in order to be placed at the appropriate level. Upon completion of the testing process, the course work begins immediately.

Classes are based on the linguistic, pragmatic, and functional aspects of language along with the socio-cultural elements of the Spanish way of life. You can take 12, 22, or 30 lessons per week. Lessons last 55 minutes. Wednesday afternoons are devoted to learning more about Spanish culture, an integral component of experiencing life abroad. In all courses, we study the four basic language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening), emphasizing grammatical structure. In order to broaden your general perspective, we offer the opportunity to study many different aspects of the Spanish culture including History, Art, Civilization, Literature, Cinema, etc.

• Part-time course: 10  lessons per week
• Intensive course: 20 lessons per week
• Intensive+ course: 20 + 5* lessons per week
• Super-intensive course: 25 + 5* lessons per week

* 1 hour per day of Civilization Class + 4 hours of Special Civilization & Art

One-on-One Private Lessons
This program is designed to offer a fully personalized method of instruction according to the student's specific needs and desires. Because classes are private, you can determine your schedule and course content. The minimum amount of instruction for this course is 10 hours per week. Each lesson is 55 minutes.

This course is ideal for students who require intensive Spanish lessons within a short period of time. The program offers individualized study in grammar, speaking, listening, reading, writing, and vocabulary. If you provide adequate notice before classes begin, you can request to study any particular topic of interest. Another option is to take a 22 lesson Intensive course and add additional one-on-one lessons to enhance your progress.

Business Spanish
This program is for students who have already reached an intermediate level of Spanish (i.e. they can express themselves clearly and easily in everyday situations). The course is aimed at students and business professionals who want to improve their general Spanish ability and who want to study a particular business-related topic in Spanish. We can customize the program to your field of interest: Commercial Relationships; Banks & Financial Operations; Marketing/Advertising; International Trade; Stock Market; Tourism; Spanish Labor Market; Tax Legislation; and more. In addition, we offer examinations for those who want to get the following official Diplomas: Certificado Basico de Espanol de los Negocios, Certificado Superior de Espanol de los Negocios, and Certificado de Espanol de los Negocios.

Spanish + History, Art, or Literature
We try to combine a variety of interesting classes for you to learn more about Spanish history and culture. In addition to 20 language lessons (each lesson is 55 minutes) per week, 5 hours will be dedicated to studying a specific subject. Subjects include:  Spanish history, Spanish literature, Spanish art, Business, and Law. A high intermediate or advanced level of Spanish is needed for these course.

Spanish + Flamenco
This program is designed for lovers of Spanish "Folklore" and Flamenco dance. Students share the stage with professional Flamenco dancers and learn the technical and cultural aspects of this typical dance.  Classes available in Granada, Madrid, Marbella, and Seville locations only.

Spanish + Golf or Tennis
These two courses are designed for sports lovers who want to learn or improve their Spanish skills while simultaneously improving their tennis or golf games. Classes take place in Marbella, on one of the sunniest and most incredible coasts in Europe. The course includes 20 Spanish lessons per week and 10 golf or tennis lessons per week at one of the best golf and tennis schools in Spain.

Spanish for Seniors
This program is designed for people fifty years of age or older who want to learn Spanish or improve their current level of Spanish. At the same time, students will learn more about Spain's Art and Culture. This course is only available in Alicante, Marbella, and Seville. The program offers several cultural activities and excursions to enhance the learning experience.  

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Spanish language courses are available in the following cities:

• Alicante
• Barcelona
• Cadiz
• Granada
• Madrid
• Malaga
• Marbella
• Salamanca
• Sevilla
• Valencia

*Please note that some special activities or cultural classes may not be available at all schools.

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There are 5 different levels of Spanish, sub-divided into 3 groups containing a higher, medium, and lower level, with the exception of the Proficiency level.

Level 1 –Basic (beginner):
This course is for those students who are learning Spanish for the first time. By the end of the course, students will be able to form some of the basic structures in Spanish and will have a basic knowledge of the Spanish culture and society.

Level 2 - Elementary:
This course is for those students who already have knowledge of some of the basic Spanish structures. By the end of the program, students will have increased their level of grammar and vocabulary so they can express themselves effectively in different contexts. They will also have a greater awareness of Spanish culture and society. 

Level 3 & 4 - Intermediate I & II:
This course is for students with good vocabulary and a general command of the more complex structures in the Spanish language. By the end of the course, students will be able to use their Spanish more fluently and will have a greater comprehension of the Spanish way of life. The course attempts to improve the student's understanding of the linguistic and extra-linguistic structures in Spanish so he/she can communicate more effectively.

Level 5 - Advanced:
This course is for students who can already effectively communicate in Spanish. By the end of the course, students will have wider knowledge of the Spanish culture and will be more proficient in expressing their ideas at an abstract level.

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Our experience has taught us that excursions and cultural visits are a very important part of the learning process. These activities allow students to understand in more detail Spain’s rich, varied culture and rooted traditions. This is why we organize monthly visits to museums, churches, and historical areas in Madrid, Barcelona, Marbella, Salamanca, Valencia, Granada, Alicante and Almuñecar. These visits are usually free of charge. Students receive each month's program of cultural activities and an informative folder on the first day of class, indicating the dates of the excursions and if there are any fees to be paid by the students.

During the week, activities are held in the afternoon or in the evening. On Saturdays and Sundays, students can go on day or weekend trips organized and guided by our teachers.

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General Classes:
Start Date: every Monday - All year round - All levels
Schools/locations: Alicante, Barcelona, Cadiz, Granada, Madrid, Malaga, Marabella, Sevilla, and Valencia. Prices for the school in Salamanca are roughly 15 Euros cheaper than the prices listed below.

(prices in Euros)	Part-Time 10  lessons/week	Intensive 20 lessons/week	Intensive+ 20 + 5 lessons/week	S. Intensive+ 25 +5 lessons/wk
1 week	€160	€165	€175	€240
2 weeks	€295	€305	€325	€455
3 weeks	€430	€445	€475	€670
4 weeks	€565	€585	€625	€885
5 weeks	€700	€725	€775	€1150
6 weeks	€835	€865	€925	€1315
7 weeks	€980	€1005	€1075	€1530
8 weeks	€1105	€1145	€1225	€1745
9 weeks	€1240	€1285	€1375	€1960
10 weeks	€1375	€1425	€1525	€2175
11 weeks	€1510	€1565	€1675	€2390
12 weeks	€1525	€1585	€1705	€2425
+ extra week	€140	€145	€155	€215

*Prices subject to change based on currency exchange rates and the prices listed in USD are an estimate
according to the exchange rate between the Euro and USD when published.
**One-time registration fee of €65/$92 required 
***Additional €30/$42 for textbooks and exercise books
****Can$, Aus$, Br£, Euros€ can be accepted with an additional service charge for currency conversion
*****The 5 cultural lessons cover every aspect of the Spanish & Latin American culture and civilization.

One on One Private Lessons & Business Spanish:
Start Date: any Monday - All levels – All lessons have to be given in the same week
Schools/locations: Almunecar, Barcelona, Granada, Madrid, Marbella, Salamanca, Valencia

1 lesson	€45
5 lessons	€195
10 lessons	€365
20 lessons	€695
30 lessons	€1000
+1 extra lesson	€38

*Prices subject to change based on currency exchange rate
**Additional €95 required for registration & exercise book if not combined with other classes
***Can$, Aus$, Br£, Euros€ can be accepted with an additional service charge for currency conversion
****Minimum 10 hours if not combined with other classes
*****Insurance is not included if not combined with other classes

Spanish + History & Art/Spanish + Literature Class:
Start Date: First Monday of each month - All year round – High intermediate or advanced
Schools/locations: Barcelona, Madrid, Salamanca, Sevilla

	20 + 5  lessons/wk
4 Weeks	€970

*Prices subject to change based on currency exchange rate
**Additional €95 required for registration & exercise book if not combined with other classes
***Can$, Aus$, Br£, Euros€ can be accepted with an additional service charge for currency conversion
****Insurance is not included if not combined with other classes

Spanish for Seniors:
Start Date: Feb. 18; April 7; October 13
Schools/locations: Alicante, Marbella, Salamanca

2 weeks are €470 for 20+5 lessons per week.

*Prices subject to change based on currency exchange rate
**Additional €95 required for registration & exercise book if not combined with other classes
***Can$, Aus$, Br£, Euros€ can be accepted with an additional service charge for currency conversion


Contact Us for additional information and rates available for programs or classes and special rates for long-term Spanish lessons.

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1. Obtain the Cultural Classes Application Forms & Procedures documents in one of three ways:

(a) Download the forms:  Cultural Classes Form (PDF).

(b) Fill out an online application request form and the forms will be mailed to you within 7-10 days.

(c) Call Cultural Embrace at 1-512-469-9089 or 1-888-214-2570 (US/Canada toll-free) to have the forms mailed to you in 7-10 days. 

2. Read the instructions carefully and complete all forms.

3. Submit your completed application packet to:

CULTURAL EMBRACE
7201 Bill Hughes Road
Austin, TX 78745 USA

Completed packet should include:

• Cultural Classes Program Application
• Signed Cultural Classes Agreement
• Copy of your passport (information page only)
• Two 1½" x 2" official passport-size photos, signed on the back
• US$200 non-refundable application fee
  

For any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@culturalembrace.com or you can call us at 1-512-469-9089 or 1-888-214-2570 (US/Canada toll-free).