Don Quijote: Valencia
Carrer dels Cadirers, 5, Valencia, 46001, Spain
Don Quijote: Valencia
Taking flamenco classes in Spain is an ideal way to compliment your Spanish course. Please note they can't be booked separately (without a language course)
Flamenco is an internationally recognized art form that was declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2010.
Originating in Andalusia, flamenco origins can be traced back to the fusion of various musical styles by the gypsies who have propelled the preservation and dissemination of flamenco around the world.
The flamenco course in Spain will introduce students to the song, dance and music that make up this artistic expression. Discover the passion and wide range of emotions that are expressed by the performer through complex techniques of foot stomping and hand clapping.
The flamenco course is taught at an academy by professional flamenco dance teachers who will adapt to your dance level whether you have studied flamenco in the past or not. The content is flexible and can be adapted to students' schedules and language level.
don Quijote offers salsa dancing classes as an extracurricular course so that our students can embrace one of the most famous dances in the world and immerse themselves in the local rhythm.
Originating from a fusion of Cuban and Caribbean styles, over time salsa has incorporated African percussion, American jazz, the Spanish guitar and other Latin American influences. The result is a dynamic, spicy, energetic and intense music that can also be slow, sensual and romantic. Salsa is normally danced with a partner but can also be danced alone.
The term “salsa” is an umbrella term used to describe many different genres of salsa including mambo, guaracha, son montuno, bolero and chachachá from Cuba as well as many non-Cuban beats such as bomba, plena, merengue and cumbia. Salsa is is highly known throughout the world, especially in Latin America and the United States. It has also become widely popular in countries like Germany, Israel, Spain, Japan, Portugal, France, Italy, and many more.
The salsa course will be taught by a professional dance teacher and will adapt to the students’ dance and Spanish levels. Please note that salsa dance lessons are often given in the late evening and soft-soled comfortable shoes are required.
Activities
Don Quijote does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
You can choose from the following class times:
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 6 students |
Maximum | 8 students |
Age range | 18 years old and older |
In coastal Valencia, don Quijote offers you a modern school in the heart of the city's university district, freshly renovated with equal focus on technology, comfort and quality, equally convenient to both the city's cosmopolitan center and its sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. Don Quijote Valencia is the ideal base from which to explore Valencia, with a street car/trolley stop just across from the school, along with a stop for several central bus lines. From the green oasis of the university district, you can comfortably travel to the Plaza Mayor in 15 minutes and the beach in just 5.
The school boasts 14 spacious classrooms. The academic zone surrounds a central common area of 100 square meters, equipped with a coffee machine, snack vending machines, computers and comfortable furniture for relaxing between classes. The facilities include the most modern technology, presented in a cheerful and contemporary atmosphere.
Don Quijote Valencia is a modern academic center in which no detail has been spared in quality or comfort. The result is a warm, comfortable home for your Spanish studies, a center that offers you a unique opportunity to live and study on a Spanish university campus while effortlessly exploring the rest of the vibrant city of Valencia.
The nationality and age mix at Don Quijote: Valencia varies over different time periods, courses and levels.
Don Quijote 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.
Don Quijote Valencia is the ideal base from which to explore Valencia, with a street car/trolley stop just across from the school, along with a stop for several central bus lines. From the green oasis of the university district, you can comfortably travel to the Plaza Mayor in 15 minutes and the beach in just 5.
The location of the school is good. The actual building is pleasant but I could have been anywhere in Europe. Virtually Nothing in any of the teaching rooms about Valencia or Spain or aids to support learning. The only thing I really got from the two weeks was a better ear off of the language which you’d expect from 2 weeks in a country..
The teachers were very pleasant but their understanding and use of teaching strategies to support learning was extremely limited making the quality of teaching extremely poor. It felt like pre 1970’s teaching techniques concentrating on coverage not if developing understanding and a poor use of appropriate teaching techniques to scaffold and support learning.
The most adventurous techniques were two colours on a whiteboard ( not electronic) and listening to a recording of a converstaion(10mins in over 50 hours of classes!) without techniques to support the listening . Interaction was limited to some pair and small group work but not well structured to balance learners skills and needs and hence support learning.
As a professional trainer if teachers, I was appalled at the extremely limited understanding and use of teaching strategies to support learning. A very disappointing experience
The teachers were very good and serious... something we can’t say about the young students. Sleeping on their table, speaking in english ( convenient but it was not the aim....) it was the worse thing for me. The almost killed the atmosphere.
Otherwise the classes were very effective. I learned a lot. The groups were small, better to talk.
I haven’t tried the activities or the accomodation.
Location was very intereted in the middle of the old city, easy to reach.
I didn’t like the concept to increase the number of hours per days because we missed the holydays....it was to much. Better to pay less....
This was my first trip to study abroad and I really liked it! I have been learning Spanish for three years at the university, I still needed a push to speak.
The first day I arrived, I was amazed with my apartment. Although, it was not big it was nice, with a balcony.
The location of the school is very convenient for people living at the residence, you just need to go downstairs and there it is. It is also close to the beach, so you do not even need to catch a train to get to the sea.
All the teaches are excellent! They have an individual approach almost for each person and from the first lesson they try to make you feel comfortable and communicate with the others.
We are happy you enjoyed it and hope to see you soon in Valencia or any other of our schools. Hasta pronto :)
Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying Spanish in Valencia. These homes are often between 1 - 20 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 14+. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about student residence accommodation
It is possible to live in a rented apartment during your study in Valencia, but this tends to be more expensive. Don Quijote provides some assistance with apartment rentals or you can rent an apartment on your own. Learn more about apartment housing
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 185 € when you register.
The closest airport to the school is Valencia Airport (VLC).
The school offers airport pickup services. If you wish to be picked up, just give us your flight details and arrival date. The price of a one-way airport transfer from Valencia Airport is 85 €. You must book your airport transfer in advance when you register.
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 Valencia based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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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