Enforex Antigua, Guatemala

The school is located just 4 blocks from the Plaza Central, Casa de Lenguas - Antigua occupies a traditional colonial style home with a large courtyard and garden. Classes are held in the 5 classrooms as well as in and around the garden. Additionally, there is a video and meeting room for afternoon activities. As everything is very central in Antigua, the school is within easy walking distance to the homestays and all the attractions of Antigua.

Guatemala, a colorful and hospitable place of more than 11.000.000 indigenous and mestizo people, is recognized as the cultural center of the pre-Columbian Mayan world. As the origin of the mysterious Mayan Civilization and still predominately indigenous, the country offers some of the continent\'s richest folklore. The cultural blend of the Indigenous and Spanish peoples can be seen in many aspects of daily life. Ancient Maya rituals are intertwined with Catholicism and in addition to Spanish, residents speak more than 20 native languages or dialects. Known as \"La Antigua Ciudad de Guatemala\" it was founded in 1543 as the country capital until repeated earthquakes and volcanic eruptions caused the capital to be transferred to present day Guatemala City. With a population of approximately 80.000 Antigua is surrounded by volcanoes and mountains and is considered to be one of the most beautiful colonial cities in all of Latin America. Filled with colonial Spanish churches and convents, the former Royal Customs House and indigenous-influenced colorful markets, it\'s charm and relaxed atmosphere attract language students and travelers from all parts of the world. To accommodate this tourism, the city has abundant cafés, international restaurants and lively nightlife.

General Spanish Courses (20 or 30 lessons per week) focus mostly on grammar and conversation. Classes start Mondays year-round. The aim of one-to-one courses (20 lesson per week) is to offer a personalized method of teaching that is tailor made for the specific needs of the student. Classes are private.

Students staying at host families are lodged in a private room and provided with half board. Dinner is a light snack, such as crackers and coffee. Families provide no meals on Sundays. The homes are usually a 10-20 minutes distance away from school. All of the families are carefully selected.

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