Weekend Course in Spain
Due to recent flight changes by Ryanair our Weekend Courses in Medina de Rioseco are, sadly, currently put on hold. If you are interested in these courses please contact us by email and we will keep you up to date as to when courses are back. In the meantime please note that we still organise week courses in other parts of Spain at our partner's schools (with a 5% discount on all official course prices throughout 2010!) .
Dates 2010 (March - October)
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Location
Medina de Rioseco
Price
Special Rate of £200.00 (10% off the standard rate of £220.00)
Description
Enjoy a Spanish Weekend Course in the 'City of the Admirals', in the heart of Castilla y León.
Although situated some 200km from the nearest seaside, Medina de Rioseco became headquarters of the Admirals of the Castilian kingdom in 1424. A small and lively medieval town with 5,000 inhabitants, Rioseco maintained the beautiful arcades in the narrow main street, boasts 3 fine churches (from 15/16th cent.) and 3 of the gates of the once fortified city: Ajujar (late 12th early 13th cent.), Zamora (16th cent.) and San Sebastian (mid 16th cent.) You may wish to visit the Holy Easter Week Museum (Museum de Semana Santa) that explains you all about this beautiful tradition, the Museum of San Francisco, which has an impressive arts collection (17th cent ivory, 16-18th cent. sculptures and Flemish paintings. Also a visit of the flour factory 'San Antonio' (19th cent.) is well worth a visit.
With its vast range of bars, cafes and restaurants and a leisure centre it has something to offer to everyone. Medina de Rioseco is situated just 15mins from Valladolid Airport (daily flight by Ryanair from Stansted Airport).
Near Medina de Rioseco is the historic city Valladolid, once a capital city of Spain, and home to Cervantes and Christopher Columbus, Valladolid attracts visitors form all over the world for its history, art, culture and pure language. The many modern buildings and the University of Valladolid, gives it a young and dynamic flair without loosing the peaceful atmosphere of a provincial town.
Itinerary (times may change depending on arrival/departure flight times)
Itinerary
Friday:
11.35 Transfer from Valladolid airport to Medina de Rioseco, where you will have a
guided tour around the oldtown and a coffee in 'Cubero'.
14.00 Lunch with your hosts
15.00-17.30 Free time. You can either walk along the canal, have a proper SIESTA or
choose a book to read, or watch a film ...
17.30-18.30 Discussion about films and other topics
18.30-20.30 Workshop: activities based on Spanish Films, Series and News
21.00-23.00 Tapas with drinks (wine, beer, soft drinks)
Saturday:
09.00-09.30 Breakfast
10.00-12.00 Lesson
12.00-18.00 Excursion to Valladolid with optional lunch
Evening Free
You can fill your free time by one or two of the Museums in Media de Rioseco, or go for a swim in the local swimming pool or walk along the picturesque canal, etc...
Sunday:
09.00-09.30 Breakfast
10.00 Transfer to Airport/Train Terminal
Dates and Levels 2010:
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Dates
26 – 28 March
02 – 05 April - join the Easter Processions in medieval Rioseco, £285(ask for details)
09 – 11 April
07 – 09 May,
04 – 06 June,
11 – 13 June,
Dates for August, September and October will be published February 2010.
If you are not sure about your level please contact us for an informal chat and assessment |
Levels
Intermediate, Stage 2/3 - on hold
Intermediate/UpInt. 3/4* - on hold
Intermediate/UpInt. 3/4*- on hold
Intermediate, Stage 2/3 - on hold
Beginner - Advanced** - on hold
Intermediate **2/3/4/ - on hold
*Upper Intermediate (Stage 4) is ideal for DELE intermedio and A-Level students.
** course level to be confirmed, which depends on level students have enquiring for these dates. |
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Course Details: |
Complete Spanish language immersion while staying at your teacher's home. Includes 5 hours Spanish lessons. |
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Group Size: |
minimum 3 students/maximum 6 students |
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Duration: |
Fri–Sun |
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Accommodation: |
Twin rooms; single room accommodation at an extra cost of £20. Other accommodation in Hostel/Hotel available. |
We can arrange for tailor made weekend courses to suit you. Tell your friends, pick a date that suits you, ask us if we are free to accommodate your group and if we can...come to your own tailor made Weekend Course - you choose the hours of tuition and pay accordingly. We give you ideas of day excursions or arrange them for you! Ask us now for details.
The course price includes
5 hours Spanish lesson including screening of a Spanish Film
The service of a qualified tutor (Esther Sahagun will be your tutor) throughout the weekend
Guided tour around Medina de Rioseco and Valladolid
All course material
Accommodation in twin rooms in a new town house in Rioseco, next to the Canal de Castilla
2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner, complimentary tea/coffee/water
All transfers in Spain
The Course Price does NOT include:
Flight to Valladolid
Travel Insurance
Spending money – we recommend approx. 50-75 euros, more if you would like to shop for shoes,clothes,ham,wine,etc.
Contact us now for a FREE asessment of your level.
To book your place or to answer your queries please contact Gerda or Esther by email castillayleon@gmx.net
or leave your contact details on our 24hrs answer phone +44 20 8650 4939
Why not combine a weekend course with a visit to Salamanca, León, Segovia or Madrid?
All enrolments are accepted on the basis of our standard Terms & Conditions | 
