Program OutlineAn Amazing Spanish Experience in Argentina

Why Elebaires?

EleBaires is located in the heart of Buenos Aires. Our school offers a wide variety of Spanish courses and provides specialized Spanish language courses for all ages.

Our Program Coordinators will ensure that every aspect of your trip is considered before your group’s departure. We will provide you with information you might wish to use in a pre-departure course. Your students’ safety will be our number one concern!

Spanish Program Options

Semester Program Special Programs

Spanish & Business Spanish & Journalism Spanish & Medicine Spanish & Intern Spanish & Tango Spanish & Volunteer Teach English. Learn Spanish!!

High School Program Family Program

AdvantagesAdvantages Private Language School + University

Private Language School + University

Six-month program Intensive Spanish courses Study at Universidad Abierta

Interamericana (UAI) The best of both worlds

University accreditation Support & benefits of a private

language institute

Intensive daily Spanish courses

Cultural activities, workshops & field trips

Intership & volunteer opportunities

Courses taught in Spanish

Additional courses in many subjects

Semester Program

Universidad Abierta Interamericana

Wide variety of subjects offered in 10 departments

Classes have no more than 30 students

Multiculturalism is characteristic trait

Academic Calendar First semester runs early April to late July Second semester runs mid August to early December International students can attend classes during either semester Obtain complete course list from Elebaires Course Coordinator

Accommodations

During intensive course/semester at UAI, students stay in university residence located a few meters from UAI building

International students share life with Argentine students

Internships & Volunteering

Enrich academic life with social/occupational experience

Elebaires is in contact withcompanies/institutions in thefollowing industries Children Old Age Special Education Human Rights Social Inclusion

Excursions & Activities

Each week Elebaries organizes cultural & social activities Visits to museums

or tourist attractions Conversation clubs Partying at clubs or bars Polo lessons Argentine cooking classes Wine tastings Weekend trips

Who can apply to this program?

Enrolled college students of all ages & nationalities

Students with minimum GPA of 2.5 (USA) or equivalent

Students with high intermediate Spanish level or B2 according to Common European Framework Reference

* If students don´t reach this level, Elebaires will help them through intensive & online Spanish courses

Academic Services Enrollment in the program Elebaires level review for

placement 4 week Spanish course at

Elebaires Required course materials in

Spanish Reserved classroom space for

chosen university subject Spanish level test at the

university Final exam at the university Transcript

Other Services Transportation from the airport Cell phone

Testimonials

“Everyone & everything I´ve experienced, learned & seen will be cherished forever, these have been some of the best months of my life! Thank you so much for your open arms & brilliant minds, I will never forget this!”-Maria Paula Sedgwick, U.S.A.

“The classes were very good & the teachers all seemed very interested in imporving our level of Spanish!”-Alex Wind, U.S.A.

Argentina has so much to offer!

Special Programs

Spanish & Business Spanish & Journalism Spanish & Medicine Spanish & Intern

Spanish & Tango

Spanish & Volunteer

Teach English. Learn Spanish!!

Business Spanish

MBA candidates, recent graduates & young professionals looking to enhance their Spanish

Specific, fundamental & relevant Business Spanish 80 hrs instruction for 4 weeks; class size limited to 7

students After course, you´ll be able to successfully communicate

in the following methods Writing professional letters & emails When & how to use common Spanish Business jargon Make meaningful contributions in a business meeting Understand the nuances of doing business in Latin America

Courses Include

80 hrs of Spanish lessons 40 hrs Spanish Fundamentals small groups 20 hrs customized, one-on-one Business Spanish 20 hrs Business Spanish role-plays, actitivies &

conversation Guided tour of Buenos Aires Stock Exchange Visit La Universidad de La Empresa Porteño Partner Service Guided City Tour Weekly Cultural Activities 24 Hour Emergency Service

Spanish & Journalism

Gain professional experience/learn Spanish in classes designed for linguistic journalism needs

Six week program (4 hours per day) 2 weeks intensive language classes 4 weeks specialized journalism language & internship

Live with host family to ensure maximum immersion

Prerequisite: speak intermediate Spanish

Course DetailsCourse Details After school activities providedAfter school activities provided

Develop comprehension/communication skills preparing health professionals for real-life situations

Specific Spanish related to the health field & general Spanish

Basic medical Spanish vocabulary, grammatical structures & functions in health systems in Spanish

Meet with local Health Colleague

Visit medical center (usually 2-3 visits)

Language partner-converse with local Argentine

Homestay-live with local Argentine family

Intern in local medical center (4 week minimum)

Spanish & Medicine

Spanish & Intern

Intern in the following areas while taking intensive Spanish Marketing, Architecture, Technology, NGO´s, Environmental Sciences,

Health, Law, Finance, Media & Communications

Choose area of interest while registering

Elebaires will arrange necessary documentation/interviews

Available year-round

15-20 hours weekly, 1 month minimum; intermediate Spanish level

Students must enroll in Elebaires for 2 weeks before internship

Spanish & Tango

Accompany Spanish studies with tango classes from master tango dancers

Accompanies Elebaires intensive course of 20 hours per week

Discover Buenos Aires while learning Spanish

Spanish & Volunteer

Learn Spanish in native environment & help those in need

Experience Argentina´s rich cultural diversity, traditions & issues (2-4 week minimum)

Available on a year-round

All students enrolled in an Elebaires Spanish course for 2 weeks are eligible

Teach English. Learn Spanish!!

Unique opportunity to teach English while learning Spanish

Enroll in Spanish & TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) program to make a living or earn extra traveling money

At end of course you will be TEFL certified which lasts a lifetime

You can use this certification to travel the world teaching English

TEFL class is 4 week duration120 hours of instruction total-30 hours of instruction per weekLearn fundamental teaching skills.Includes real classroom practice with Argentine English students.Teaching position job placement assistance upon completion

After TEFL course take 4 weeks of Spanish Lessons

Testimonials

“I had a wonderful experience studying at Escuela Elebaires. The location of the school & residence are great & centrally located. The school´s staff is very charismatic. I miss you all a lot!”-Aline Duarte, Brasil

“A marvelous experience! Everything was very complete: the classes & excursions throughout Buenos Aires! I recommend this program & want to stay for another month!” -Paula Serrolha Aroújo, Brasil

Accommodations

You can choose any of the following accommodation options: Housing with local host-families Shared student apartments Student residences Hostels

For more information please see our accommodation page

www.elebaires.com

Adventure Tourism & Trips

Weekend trips Iguazú-spectaular waterfalls on the border of Argentina & Brazil Mendoza-highlands, wineries & adventures Salta-historical city surrounded by national parks & wineries Puerto Madryn-marine nature in front of your eyes

Day trips Tigre Delta Colonia, Uruguay A day at an estancia (gaucho ranch) Luján

Additional Special Programs

High School program

Family ProgramCity CombinationCountry

Combination

High School Program

Looking to add cultural depth to your Spanish program?

Get students excited about learning Spanish! Tailor-made programs to meet all of your

teaching needs Packed with excursions & trips to keep your

students happy Daily classes with university-accredited

teachers Students will return with amazing vocabulary

& diction Prices: contact us to discuss

Class Hours, Duration & Size

Intensive 4 hour course structure from 9am-1pm Fun activities organized for every afternoon after

class

1 week minimum enrollment but students advised to enroll for 2 weeks

Levels designed according to Common European Framework of Reference for Langauges

No maximum enrollment as everyone´s learning & progress is different

If you have any questions feel free to contact us for advice

Two Week Program Includes

Transportation to/from airport Local Accomodation: family home stay (breakfast/dinner included) or local hotel.

Highly recommended that students live in home stay to maximize their language experience .Elebaires has arrangements with many host-families in Buenos Aires who also have children in high school.

Classes: 2 weeks (40 hrs) intensive Spanish courses Cultural Activities: City Tour, Tango classes, Bicycle tour through Puerto Madero &

Ecological Reserve, Evita, Malba & Historic Center Museums, Day Trip to local Estancia

Optional Weekend Trips: Iguazú Falls, Cordoba, Mendoza & Colonia, Uruguay Group Coordinator Certificate of Completion

Family Program

Unique Spanish experience for whole family, allows everyone to enjoy vacation in Buenos Aires

Completely dedicated to designing a program for every family member

Children well taken care of in safe hands, so parents can enjoy free time

Can customize trip to specific needs of each particular family

Please see website for 15 day itinerary, accommodations & additional services

City Combination Program

Elebaires has established connections with language schools all across Argentina

Allows students to diversity their study experience

Partner schools located in Cordoba Bariloche Mendoza Salta Ushuaia Rosario

Country Combination Program

Elebaires has established connections with language schools all across Latin America

Allows students to diversity their study experience Partner schools located in:

Chile Peru Mexico Ecuador Uruguay Panama Costa Rica

Testimonials

“I loved attending the school. I liked the change in teachers & loved the classes & after school activities. Thanks so much for having me & I hope to come back soon!”-Ashlyn Stacey, U.S.A.

“Fantastic experience, I wasn´t able to leave! I came for 4 weeks & stayed for 7! The staff was incredibly helpful & very friendly & the tuition was very enjoyable. I highly recommend the school to everyone!-Karl Blackwood, U.S.A.

More information:More information:

Learn Spanish from the comfort of your own home!

Classes are held via skype internet technology

Provides excellent interface-allows student & teacher to interact as if they were face to face!

First meeting is free-try out our program!

Class hours 55 minutes long per lesson 10 lessons & 30 hours of homework

Online classes include One-on-one Spanish lessons Tailor made Spanish lessons & classes Experienced & qualified native

teachers Real, live conversation Personal online tutorship Online Spanish level test

Spanish Online

www.elebaires.comYour Spanish Experience Program

in Argentina

Elebaires is located in Buenos Aires. In the

traditional Avenida de Mayo inside Palacio Barolo

Contact us:

info@elebaires.com

+54 11 43 83 77 06

The school belongs to SEA (Language Schools

Asociation of Argentina)