I highly recommend The Nosara Spanish Institute! I've wanted to do a Spanish immersion program for many years, and this was exactly what I was hoping for. I did a two week session, four hours a day, with the homestay option. My beautiful instructor Silvia was the best!! She's fluent in Spanish, English, German and Italian, but most of all,... More

This January while taking a rigorous Yoga Instructor Course in Nosara, Costa Rica a fellow classmate had told me she was also taking Semi-Intensive Spanish language classes at the Spanish Institute. I was disappointed that I didn't have much opportunity or time to practice speaking Spanish in the area I was staying so on her first day I tagged along.... More

I have taken classes at the Nosara Spanish Institute for the past four months. My experience has been truly outstanding, and I plan to continue studying here. I would highly recommend the school for short- or long-term studies. The prices are very reasonable in comparison with other schools, especially considering the caliber of instructor found here. First, the people make... More

I moved to Nosara with my family in November 2011 for three months. At the beginning of our stay, I enrolled in classes with the Nosara Spanish Institute. The experience was incredibly valuable and my instructor, Edgar, was top-notch. His knowledge of the Spanish and English languages, Costa Rican history and linguistics overall was quite impressive. His friendly demeanor made... More

I started taking classes at the Institute when I moved down to Nosara. I have never spoken spanish before entering class. My professor Sylvia has been a delight to learn from over these past 6 weeks. I feel very confident in my progression over this period and I have the Institute to thank for it. Not only are we putting... More

The Nosara Spanish Institute provides a very personalized, kind, and engaging experience. Both myself and another family member took courses for three weeks. We are at different levels and both found that our skills improved substantially with the great teachers and services provided by the Nosara Spanish Institute. Given that the institute is located in such a perfect location, close... More