Perfect blend of learning and fun!  - I recently attended Manuel Antonio Spanish School and had an amazing experience! We opted for the Nature Package, which included 5 days of Spanish classes, tours, and local activities hosted... read more by the school. It was well worth the money! Our teacher Daniel was exceptional, and I learned a lot from his engaging and effective teaching methods. We had a small class size and were able to engage a lot in the lessons. His lessons were well paced and interactive, always stopping to check for understanding. Rebecca was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and went above and beyond to assist us when we faced travel delays. My favorite activities hosted by the school were Latin dancing and Trivia Night. My favorite tour included in the Nature Package was the Tour of Manuel Antonio National Park. It was a perfect blend of learning and fun, making for a great week overall. Highly recommend this school for anyone looking to learn Spanish and have an enjoyable time! Rebecca and Daniel made our trip to Costa Rica memorable and we plan to keep exploring this beautiful country!

  Best school I've been to. Great for families.  - I can't say enough wonderful things about this school. I went for a week (next time will be 2 weeks) with my 6 year old son, friend and... read more her 2 daughters (7 & 9) and her mom (70). The home stay they found us with William and Olga was perfect. Olga's coming was delicious and we shared many laughs around the dining table. The school was so organized with excellent communication. The instruction was systematic and fun (one day they had is us go on a scavenger hunt in town to explore the town, taste the food, and practice our skills). Our kids had the best time of all. I could hear them laughing and engaging with Daniel who also took them on field trips during the week. We even got lucky enough to go with the school to a turtle release. When you're not in class, they have other activities in the afternoon should you want to partake. The town of Quepos and Manuel Antonio were great too. Lots to explore. The school seems to be very respected by the community and host families. My son and I are looking forward to making this an annual trip.

  Great Spanish Immersion Experience!  - Manuel Antonio Spanish School was a fantastic experience and we learned a ton! Highly recommend if you're serious about learning Spanish or an immersion experience. Our instructor Karen was wonderful!... read more We also had so much fun on the excursions that they planned for us. Rebecca was super kind and helpful to us throughout the whole week too, and even helped us navigate booking tours, etc. We loved every part of it!

  Language, Culture and Fun  - We can't say enough wonderful things about our experience with the Manuel Antonio Spanish School! Their coordination and helpfulness before our arrival was fantastic, promptly answering all our questions... read more about what we would need for our stay (transportation options, lodging options, internet/phone, activities, etc.).

My two teens went for a month and were constantly challenged (and entertained) by their teachers (Dennis and Karen). The school provides excellent programming, appropriate and interactive instruction to each learner’s level, so they were paired each week with others who were at their level. We had so much fun getting to know the other students and families - in class and through the extra-curricular activities.

Rebecca plans fabulous daily culture-based extracurricular activities led by the staff, and was so wonderful about helping us plan our time in Costa Rica doing activities we enjoyed. She is so knowledgeable about the area, connected with locals, and excited to make sure we had a fabulous time. Twice while we were there, baby sea turtles hatched and in less than 24 hours, they were able to coordinate a field trip for the school to be a part of the baby sea turtle release. (we were early in the hatching season, so this was an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!). She knew we liked to run and got us hooked up with a local running group to compete in a 5k run for Kids Saving the Rainforest. Every tour she recommended was with incredible guides and were amazing experiences.

As for the quality of the language program, by the end of the trip, my kids were confidently speaking with locals at restaurants and stores AND are much more excited about continuing to learn Spanish now that we are home (huge bonus!) We couldn't have imagined a better experience! We would highly recommend!

  Speak Spanish the Smart Costa Rican Way!  - Amazing experience with the schools on-site weekly lessons. Smart and thoughtful owners. My teacher Daniel was smart, direct, and kind. I advanced with my Spanish speaking abilities. Atmosphere clean and... read more relaxed. Easy to find. Parking. Excursions designed to immerse oneself into the local sites and culture. Grateful for the experience. I stayed in a nearby walking distance Airbnb. There are also the school's on-site accommodations with a nice pool. Very close to the secluded La Mancha Beach, others beaches, Manuel Antonio Park, and other nature activities.

  Wonderful Experience! Would highly reccomend! - My experience at Manuel Antonio Spanish School was exceptional! The individualized lessons were thoughtfully designed, with a clear purpose for each session, and included plenty of speaking practice. My teacher,... read more Daniel, was outstanding, and the entire staff made me feel like part of their family.

Rebecca, our main point of contact, was incredibly helpful in organizing activities. We purchased the Nature Package, and it was absolutely worth it. Every tour guide was knowledgeable, and each activity exceeded my expectations.

The school also offered fantastic after-school activities, adding an extra layer of enjoyment and immersion. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking to learn Spanish in a welcoming, well-organized environment with an unbeatable combination of education and adventure.