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Nosara Spanish InstituteNosara, Costa Rica

3.3

Rating: 3.3/5.0

3 students - overall rating
Highway 160/ 100 meters north of Bodhi Fitness Center - 50206 Nosara - see on map
Pay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
  • Year-round surfing and water sports
  • On-site swimming pool.
  • Top rated social activities
    4.3

    Rating: 4.3/5.0

What we dislike about the school
  • Nationality mix could be more balanced. 50 of students are from USA
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 0.99009900990099%
18-24 years 14.851485148515%
25-34 years 24.752475247525%
35-50 years 29.70297029703%
>50 years 29.70297029703%
The average age outside summer is 10 years higher than in summer.

Location: Nosara Spanish Institute is located in the peaceful and natural coastal city of Nosara, Costa Rica. Housed just an 8-minute walk from the paradise-like beaches of Playa Guiones, the school is surrounded by eateries, yoga centres and supermarkets selling the finest in organic products. Nosara has for some time been hailed as one of the world's prime locations for yoga, yoga retreats and surfing. A quiet community with many ex-pats, retirees and young families, Nosara provides a unique and relaxed location, where students' may further their understanding of the Spanish language, whilst enjoying the beautiful waters and coastline activities available to the area.

Course selection: Spanish courses are taught in groups or privately, run all year round, with combination courses available including surf and yoga. A long-term community programme is also available, designed specifically for residents or long-stay visitors to the area.

School facilities: The school's facilities consist of a lounge area, a garden, free coffee and free WIFI. All classrooms are equipped with televisions, air conditioning and ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment.

Additional information: As mentioned, the area thrives on activities such as surfing, yoga and others, involving the local surrounding and marine life. Nosara Spanish Institute is happy to assist students in arranging many activities, including beach and mountain horseback riding, fishing, hiking, stand up paddleboarding and stand up paddle surfing, cooking classes, dance classes, music classes and more! Students are sure to have a fulfilling time whilst studying in Nosara.

Spanish Courses

General Language
Private
Language Plus Activity

Our prices for Nosara Spanish Institute include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival

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Student opinions about Nosara Spanish Institute, Nosara

3.3

Rating: 3.3/5.0

Overall school rating of
Nosara Spanish Institute, Nosara
3 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Social activities
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Organisation
3.3 

Rating: 3.3/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Value for money
3.3 

Rating: 3.3/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Liked
Amazing teachers, good vibe, learning with so much fun
Disliked
Nothing
Review details
Course: Group Spanish Program & Yoga 10 - 2 weeks
Review date: 26. Feb. 2024 by Giulia Staub
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Nosara Spanish Institute compared to ratings of all schools in Costa Rica

 Nosara Spanish Institute NosaraAverage of all other schools in Costa Rica
Overall school rating3.3

Rating: 3.3/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Location of the school4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Social activities4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Organisation3.3

Rating: 3.3/5.0

4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Quality of teaching3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Value for money3.3

Rating: 3.3/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Homestay5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Shared flat5.0

Rating: 5.0/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Nosara Spanish Institute

Accreditations and Quality seals
Preferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalACTFL, Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica
Spanish teacher qualifications
75% hold a university degree
75% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 7:30
Student gender mix
60% male / 40% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Nosara Spanish Institute and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoPayPal - logoCash payment - logoVisa Debit - logoBank Transfer - logo
Nosara Spanish Institute operated previously under the name
Malajugijumada S.A.
Year of school foundation
2009
Legal name/parent company
Nosara Spanish Institute | Tax registration ID: 3101508214

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Student support desk

  • Gym

  • Free coffee

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Assistance with organizing transportation

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 5
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1
Additional comment about facilities of school
NSI is now located at the world-famous Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 20
Throughout the year: 20
Minimum age of students
16 years
16 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 3
Adult courses Throughout the year: 3
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 35 years

Top student nationalities

Student Nationality Percentage of students
USA 50%
Switzerland 15%
Germany 10%
England 10%
Other nationalities 15%

Information for all courses offered by Nosara Spanish Institute

Lesson duration
50 minutes
Comments about courses

Transportation 2024:

  • Private shuttle, San Jose-Nosara, USD 240 each way.

  • Private shuttle, Liberia-Nosara, USD 130 each way.

  • Daily shared shuttle, Liberia-Nosara, USD 45 each way (limited departure times).

  • Daily public direct bus (5.30AM), San Jose-Nosara, approx. USD 12.

  • Flight, San Jose-Nosara, prices vary from USD 75-150, Sansa Airlines (please note that there are luggage restrictions).
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 11 Apr 2025, 14 Apr 2025 - 18 Apr 2025, 01 May 2025, 25 Jul 2025, 15 Aug 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 01 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 25 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Spanish language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
50 US$
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Basketball-
Cooking-
Dancing-
Diving6 km
Football (soccer)5 km
Horse riding4 km
Mountainbiking1 km
Music-
Swimming-
Tennis-
Volleyball1 km
Yoga-

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

Hiking, Surfing, Fishing

Adults - Paid activities

Surfing
SUP
Horseback riding
Biking
Dance classes
Music classes

Accommodation

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Questions and answers about Nosara Spanish Institute

  • The school organizes homestay accommodations for students who will have their own rooms and shared common areas/bathrooms. A student house and private studios can be organized but are subject to availability.
    Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 06, 2022

FAQ about Nosara Spanish Institute, Nosara

  • Spanish courses at Nosara Spanish Institute start at 281 US$ for Group Spanish Program 10 course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Nosara Spanish Institute
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Nosara Spanish Institute varies from 1 students (Individual Spanish Program 10 ) to 6 students (Group Spanish Program 20)
  • The highest Nationality percentage at Nosara Spanish Institute comes from USA with a 50% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (15%) and Germany (10%).
  • Nosara Spanish Institute offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.

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