San Jose city tour:
Students actively learn about the history of San José and visit the main points of interest in the capital of Costa Rica. Participants visit architecturally historic buildings and learn about Costa Rica during Pre-Colombian times. They also dine at a typical Costa Rican restaurant to get an authentic "taste" of Costa Rica's history and culture.
Country club visit & meet local teenagers:
Students visit a country club with swimming pools, basketball courts, soccer fields and other sports facilities to enjoy a relaxing day and the chance to interact with Costa Rican teenagers and fellow students.
Family day with your Host Family:
This is an opportunity for students to spend a day in a “familia.” The host family will include students in their activities which may involve going to church, shopping for vegetables and other groceries, visiting relatives, celebrating special occasions, etc.
Local dance classes:
Dancing is a vital aspect of Latin Culture. Students learn Salsa, Meringue, as well as other traditional Dances.
Local cooking classes:
Students prepare some typical Costa Rican dishes and learn vocabulary for the main ingredients used in Costa Rican cuisine.
Dinner & karaoke night out:
Students are taken to a local restaurant where they are encouraged to sing some songs. Karaoke is very popular in Costa Rica and most Ticos are not shy about trying to sing, even if they can’t sing well. This is also an opportunity for students to practice what they have learned in their Spanish and dancing classes.
Socializing:
Students hang out and play some of their favorite games, practice the dances they have learned, and simply enjoy their time together.
Movie night:
Participants take a bus to the mall for a movie of their choice. Movies will be chosen according to season.
Sports on campus:
Students have lots of time to play soccer, basketball, volleyball, and other traditional Costa Rican games with each other as well as Costa Rican students.
Bowling:
In the evening, students take a bus to San José to enjoy the game and the big city atmosphere.
Indoor Soccer:
In the evening students are combined with the children from the host families to play the most popular sport in Costa Rica.
Roller Skating:
Students go by bus to a roller skating rink that is open to the public. This is simply a time for some fun, relaxation, and exercise. It is a place where they can meet locals and practice their Spanish and enjoy some spanish dance music.
Shopping day trip:
Students are taken to Moravia, which is famous for handcraft stores. They then travel to the artisan market in San José where they practice the art of bargaining to purchase unique Costa Rican products.
Weekly calender of events (approx. dates)
WEEK |
DAY |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Sunday |
June
4-10 |
Morn. |
Dancing
class |
City
Tour |
Service
Learning |
Cooking
class |
Art
class |
Arenal
volcano
& hot springs |
| Ev. |
|
Bowling |
Movies |
Social |
|
| |
June
11-17 |
Morn. |
Dancing
class |
Coffee
tour |
Service
Learning |
Zoo
Ave |
shopping |
Punta
Leona
Beach & rain forest |
Activity
with host
family |
| Ev. |
|
|
Karaoke
& dancing |
Indoor
soccer |
|
| |
June
18-24 |
Morn.
|
Dancing
class |
Sports |
Service
Learning |
Cooking
class |
Art
class |
Poas
volcano, river boat, waterfall |
Amusement
park |
| Ev. |
|
Roller-skating |
Movies |
Social |
|
| |
| June
25 – July 1 |
Morn. |
Dancing
class |
Country
club |
Service
Learning |
Butterfly
Farm |
Shopping |
Isla
Tortuga
beach Cruise |
Activity
with host
family |
| Ev. |
|
|
Karaoke
& dancing |
Indoor
Soccer |
|
| |
July
2-8 |
Morn. |
Dancing
class |
City
Tour |
Service
Learning |
Cooking
class |
Art
class |
Arenal
volcano
& hot springs |
| Ev. |
|
Bowling |
Movies
|
Social |
|
| |
July
9-15 |
Morn. |
Dancing
class |
Coffee
tour |
Service
Learning |
Zoo
Ave |
Shopping |
Punta
Leona
Beach & rain forest |
Activity
with host
family |
| Ev. |
|
|
Karaoke
& dancing |
Indoor
soccer |
|
| |
July
16-22 |
Morn. |
Dancing
class |
Sports |
Service
Learning |
Cooking
class |
Art
class |
Poas
volcano, river boat, waterfall |
Amusement
Park |
| Ev. |
|
Roller-skating |
Movies |
Social |
|
| |
July
23-29 |
Morn. |
Dancing
class |
Country
club |
Butterfly
Farm |
Service
Learning |
Shopping |
Isla
Tortuga
beach Cruise |
Activity
with host
family |
| Ev. |
|
|
Karaoke
& dancing |
Indoor
Soccer |
|
| |
| July
30-Aug. 5 |
Morn. |
Dancing
class |
City
Tour |
Service
Learning |
Cartago
Tour |
Art
class |
Arenal
volcano
& hot springs |
| Ev. |
|
Bowling
|
Movies |
Social |
|
| |
Aug.
6-12 |
Morn. |
Dancing
class |
Coffee
tour |
Service
Learning |
Zoo
Ave |
Shopping |
Punta
Leona
Beach & rain forest |
Activity
with host
family |
| Ev. |
|
|
Karaoke
& dancing |
Indoor
soccer |
|
| |
Aug.
13-19 |
Morn. |
Dancing
class |
Service
Learning |
Sports |
Cooking
class |
Art
class |
Poas
volcano, river boat, waterfall |
Departure |
| Ev. |
|
Roller-
skating |
Movies |
Social
|
|
Come explore Costa Rica this summer with other international students from around the world!!
TEENAGER SUMMER PROGRAM IN HEREDIA:
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Tel: NORTH AMERICA: 1 800 219 9924
or WORLDWIDE: +1 416 925 2112
