Learn Portuguese in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Rio de Janeiro is the second largest city in Brazil with nearly 12 million people in the metropolitan area. Rios harbour is incredible to behold surrounded by Sugar Load Mountain, Corcovado Peak and the Tijuca hills it is city built around beaches and upon mountain slopes.
The South Zone of the city has its most recognizable landmarks and beaches. Copacabana beach is the most famous and is known worldwide for hosting one of the largest New Years Eve parties in the world. Just 5 miles from Copacabana beach is the Sugar Loaf mountains which has a two-stage tram to reach the summit which has incredible views and which you can visit when you learn Portuguese in Rio.
Another mountain that must be visited in Corcovado which has the spectacular Christ the Redeemer statue which is nearly 40 metres tall and has been named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. With so much to see in Rio and the streets bursting with samba, choro and bossa nova music and, if you're lucky, major festivals like Carnaval being thrown you'll find you can't be more eager to join in the fun while you learn Portuguese!
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Our school is conveniently located in the business centre, an area of high-rise buildings in downtown Rio de Janeiro and is within walking distance to the Uruguaiana metro station and easy access to multiple bus routes.
The school is also near the SAARA, a unique and bustling outdoor shopping district. Other points of interest nearby are the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil, a cultural centre that offers contemporary and historical exhibitions, the Praça Quinze de Novembro, a historic public square, and ferry boat rides across the Guanabara Bay.
Our school offers modern and comfortable facilities. The school has ten classrooms including air-conditioning, TVs and DVD players. There are computers with access to Internet and Wi-Fi as well.
School Facilities:
- Modern facilities
- 10 air-conditioned classrooms
- Computer lab and free WiFi
Portuguese Courses
Program Basics
- Open to all language levels
- Placement test before beginning of course
- Maximum 7 students per class
- One lesson is a minimum of 55 minutes
- Flexible course length
- Language proficiency certificate at end of program upon request
Standard Program
- 20 group lessons per week (4 lessons daily)
- Courses held Monday - Friday
- 1 week minimum
Combined Program
- 20 group lessons PLUS
- 10 private lessons per week
- Course held Monday - Friday
- 1 week minimum
Private Program
- 4 lessons daily (20 lessons per week)
- Course held Monday - Friday
- 1 week minimum
Host Family Accommodation
Many families live near the school and the commute is usually no more than 20 - 45 minutes.
All of our host families are middle-class and live in apartments or homes that are located in safe and attractive areas.
Room Options:
- Single Room (SR)
- No Board (NB)
- Breakfast and Dinner (HB)
After Class Activities in Rio de Janeiro
Our program allows you plenty of time to discover your new country, culture, traditions, and everyday life after your class is over. Enjoy a wide selection of outdoor activities including beach life on Copacabana beach. Other activities could include: trips to the monument Cristo Redentor, a local Brazilian Soccer game, Carnival and Samba clubs.
There are many ways to explore Rio whether it's visiting the famous Cristo Redentor statue or one of the many museums Rio is offering.
Main Sights: Get to know Rio de Janeiro
Carnival
Rio is famed for its Carnival, when over a period of four days, the daily routine is replaced by music, parties, and elaborately-costumed dancers swaying to the samba in street parades. Practically every neighbourhood in Rio has a samba club that competes for top honors along the Sambodramo, a street specially designed for the samba parades. Rio has no shortage of sightseeing, nightlife, dining, and fun throughout the rest of year.
Corcovado
The Corcovado or Hunchback mountain, so named because of its shape, is home to probably the most memorable and identifying image of Rio - that of the Cristo Redentor (Christ The Redeemer) statue. Arms boldly stretched in welcome, he embraces the city and the magnificent Bay over which he looks. Only in 1921, when Brazil marked its independence, did someone think of creating the monument that has become so well known throughout the world. In 1931, the statue was inaugurated and it is now an immensely popular visitor attraction and one of the cities main scenic spots, standing as it does on top of the 710m-high (2330ft) mountain.
Pão de açúcar
Situated in Rio's Urca bairro, the conical-looking mountain vies with the Corcovado in the attempt to win the visitor s vote for best overall panoramic view. Originally called Pau-nh-qu¡ (high, pointed peak) by the Tupi Indians, it was renamed pão de açúcar (sugar loaf) by the Portuguese who thought the shape of the 394m (1293ft) granite rock to be comparable to that of the moulds used to set sugar cane.
Copacabana
A large suburb of Rio, Copacobana is perhaps best known for its amazing, wide, sandy beach that stretches four kilometres (2.4 miles) - or, of course, that song! The beaches are popular with both residents and tourists and usually busy as everyone tries to soak up some sun! From the sand of the volleyball courts to the soccer fields, Brazilians have a passion for sports.
Dates & Prices
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Rio is one of the most visited places in South America and its no wonder as the area is surrounded by mountains and has some of the finest beaches in the world. Not to mention the various cultural and local traditions that continue to bring fame to the area.
While in Rio you'll learn the Portuguese language. It may sound like Spanish at first, but this is a proud language that was once used by one of the best seafaring nations, Portugal.
Please use the interactive shop below to select your preferred course, how many weeks you'd like to study and your ideal accommodation type. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Registration Fee: $200
Accommodation Placement Fee: $200
Airport Transfer: $150 per way (Optional)
Insurance: $30/week
Notes
The school will be closed on all public holidays.
All enrollments require a non refundable $400 usd deposit to ensure space in our program.