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Intensive Spanish

Gema Cárdenas Formation
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Course description

Get outdoors and learn Spanish with me while directly experiencing the sights and spirit of Biarritz. Il you are looking to develop fluency, target core skills, and truly experience through Spanish, this dynamic course is your gateway to practical use the language.
Structured classroom study will also support each theme, with themes changing weekly. Students will visit various locations, which will support the learning they complete in the classroom.
This course is suitable for students who
- are seeking an experiential programme that gives them opportunities to interact with their host city
- are looking to engage with the city and the language outside of the classroom
- are interested in learning Spanish for every day interaction with locals
- want to learn about the history and culture.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-12 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 50 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Afternoon session
02:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Biarritz to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 8 students
Maximum 12 students

Student age

Age range 22 - 65 years old
Average 25 years old
(20 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

I'm a Spanish teacher who believe in giving my students the knowledge and tools they want and need with continous guidance and optimised learning. I'm a experienced teacher and I think that Biarritz is conveniently located for to learn Spanish. Here you can speak with people from all over the world and immerse yourself in all the history, culture and beauty of the Basque Country.

Year opened
2001
Number of classrooms
1

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet

Teacher qualifications

Native Spanish speakers
All
Teachers with Spanish teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Gema Cárdenas Formation varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 25. In the summer, the average age is 20.

teaches students from all over the world, including:

France
85%
Ireland
8%
Brazil
2%
Italy
2%
Morocco
2%
Other
1%

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
None

School location

Get outdoors and learn Spanish with me while directly experiencing the sights and spirit of Biarritz. Il you are looking to develop fluency, target core skills, and truly experience through Spanish, this dynamic course is your gateway to practical use the language.
Structured classroom study will also support each theme, with themes changing weekly. Students will visit various locations, which will support the learning they complete in the classroom.
This course is suitable for students who
- are seeking an experiential programme that gives them opportunities to interact with their host city
- are looking to engage with the city and the language outside of the classroom
- are interested in learning Spanish for every day interaction with locals
- want to learn about the history and culture.

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  • Activities offered at Gema Cárdenas Formation 1/8
  • Spanish is beautiful!! 2/8
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  • Teachers and Staff at Gema Cárdenas Formation 4/8
  • Classroom at Gema Cárdenas Formation 5/8
  • I love Spanish!! 6/8
  • Gema Cárdenas Formation 7/8
  • City of Biarritz 8/8
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"Yo hablo espanol!"

Linda Mcclellan, student from Barbados

The one on one teaching was great. I really improved in the areas of grammar and comprehension. Most importantly I gained the confidence to speak and tell stories. So many language schools rely on rote and repetition, but with Gemma Cardenas the emphasis is on talking. I also enjoyed the film sessions. At the apartment I rented there were many dvds and after watching a few films with Gema I watched one every night with Spanish subtitles. It was a great way to learn new vocabulary.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
4 Nov 2019 - 15 Nov 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Gema Cárdenas, Teacher at Gema Cárdenas Formation responded to this review.
30 December 2019

Hola, Linda
Fue un gran placer tenerte como alumna. Curiosa, abierta, extrovertida, divertida, seria y trabajadora. ¡El perfil ideal de un alumno!
Un abrazo fuerte,
Gema

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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. The school is also not authorized to issue documents to support your visa application. If you need a visa, you have to apply for a visitor or tourist visa on your own.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Biarritz based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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