# ACCE Costa Rica


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- [](https://acce.co.cr/final-information-for-all-students/): Final information for all students Hello, please read this information carefully. Thank you very much for choosing our Spanish School. We hope that you will have an excellent experience at ACCE and that you will also enjoy the wonders of our country. At our school you will not only have the opportunity to learn Spanish and the culture, but you will also have the chance to take excursions to many of the most beautiful places in our country. Information about the airport pick up. Once you are at the airport customs, they might ask you for a Costa Rica address […]
- [Spanish Classes Online](https://acce.co.cr/spanish-classes-online/): Spanish Classes Online ¡ELE A TU RITMO! (Tú eliges el ritmo, yo te acompaño) Spanish Online ProgramLevels A1 to C2 Zoom classes | Flexible schedule | Teacher with 25 years of experienceEmail: dignarodbus@gmail.com Learn Spanish with a native speaker who’s passionate about language, culture, literature, nature, and cooking! SPANISH LEVELS: Flexible packages (10 weeks) Course name Description Total hours Hours per week Total price Ritmo Esencial Perfect for getting started, brushing up your Spanish, or focusing on specific skills (conversation, grammar, or interview prep). 10 1 hour per week $200 Ritmo Conectado A balanced plan to stay consistent and build […]
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- [Includes](https://acce.co.cr/includes/): Includes Not included, but available: Half day excursions, Full day excursions and Multi day excursions to areas of Costa Rica: volcanoes, rainforest, national parks, biological reserves, beaches, extreme sports, others.
- [Conctact Oversseas](https://acce.co.cr/conctact-oversseas/): Contact / OVERSEAS Contacts in USA Ana Rinderer RepresentativeE-mail: yogiana@cox.net / yogiana58@gmail.comPhone: 480 332-8645 Lora Pierce RepresentativeE-mail: lorapierce@naswca.org Contact in Canada Johanne Gervais RepresentativeE-mail: johanne@johannegervais.comPhone: 1-888-686-8634(without charge) or 514-886-2573 cell Contact in Netherlands Fernanda Rodríguez Rodríguez RepresentativeE-mail: fernanda89rrv@gmail.comLinkedin Contact in Japan H.Noguchi (野口) RepresentativeE-mail: hana.puravidabuganvilla@gmail.com
- [Admissions](https://acce.co.cr/admissions/): Contact / ADMISSIONS Contact Diego Alvarez AlfaroAcademic ManagerE-mail: info@acce.co.crPhone: (506) 89933209 Let’s talk
- [Applications](https://acce.co.cr/applications/): Applications Print-and-Send Registration Forms Choose the Aplication that matches the program you like to attend and Click on it to download. Spanish Classes Application Form Spanish Classes for Social Workers Application Form Spanish Classes for Medical Professionals Application Form Spanish Classes plus Fun Application Form Soccer Camp – Spanish Classes Application Form
- [Step by step](https://acce.co.cr/step-by-step/): Step by Step Registration On-line Registration
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- [Geography](https://acce.co.cr/geography/): Geography Costa Rica means “Rich Coast.” It is just that. Here, there are an amazing variety of geological phenomenon and formations. There are a total of 12 ecosystems in Costa Rica, each containing its own flora and fauna depending on the altitude and moisture available. There are tropical rainforests and jungles. There are cloud forests and seven active volcanoes. There are rich fertile valleys and miles of magnificent beaches that border two great bodies of water, the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. This is a country that abounds with plenty. It has protected its lands so that generations from […]
- [Fauna](https://acce.co.cr/fauna/): Fauna Costa Rica is a land of awe-inspiring natural divesity …and beauty. Costa Rica is a land of awe-inspiring natural diversity and beauty. It is the size of the relatively small state West Virginia, yet it hosts more than half of all living organisms on earth. Costa Rica has four species of monkeys, 220 species of reptiles, 5000 species of grasshoppers, and 10% of all known butterflies in the world. There are anteaters, tapirs and exotic ducks with scarlet bills.The wonder of Costa Rica is that, more than likely, you will see these fantastic creatures, because, for some reason, they […]
- [Flora](https://acce.co.cr/flora/): Flora Costa Rica is Central America’s jewel and that jewel is multicolored The variety of plants here is staggering. There are over 9000 “higher” plants and at least 850 species of ferns. The colors in the jungles are as rich and as vibrant as colors can be. Fruit trees are everywhere laden with the most delicious fruit imaginable. Papaya, mango, banana, orange, guanabana – and many more that you have never even thought of as being in existence. Each of the twelve ecosystems in Costa Rica offers a different variety of fauna to dazzle and amaze any observer. It is […]
- [Costa Rica](https://acce.co.cr/costa-rica/)
- [Cultural celebrations](https://acce.co.cr/cultural-celebrations/): Cultural celebrations Costa Rica has a rich and unique cultural identity. Ticos are very proud of their traditions, especially when it comes to celebrations. If you come visit us during one of our national, or local holidays, you will have the opportunity to have first hand experience on how Costa Ricans like to live these traditions. From Costa Rica’s independence day to “Virgen de las Mercedes” day here at ACCE we like to get our students to involved in different aspects of Costa Rica’s culture. Whenever our students desire so, ACCE commits with primary schools or community organizations in order […]
- [Dancing Classes](https://acce.co.cr/dancing-classes/): Dancing Classes We offer dance classes as part of our weekly programs. We encourage all of our students to participate because this exposes students to the TOTAL experience of learning Spanish. Learn to dance latin music.
- [Cooking Classes](https://acce.co.cr/cooking-classes/): Cooking Classes We offer dance and cooking classes as part of our weekly programs. We encourage all of our students to participate because this exposes students to the TOTAL experience of learning Spanish. Learn to cook costarican dishes.
- [Multy Day Excursions](https://acce.co.cr/multy-day-excusions/): Multy Day Tours Enjoy learning Spanish and traveling in Costa Rica TWO DAYS AND ONE NIGHT TRIP! Activity / Description All activities include transportation, tour guide and entrance fees La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park + Floating in the Puerto Viejo River (Sarapiquí) + Cocoa experience (COSTA RICA BEST CHOCOLATE). Photo Experience the harmony, freedom, lovely natural environment and human design. There are enclosed exhibits of captive animals, interesting topics, as many elements to describe this journey: Some of the most beautiful plants and animals, endemics or not; transitional forest, from cloud to rain; exercise, a pure creek, fascinating waterfalls… […]
- [Full Day Excursions](https://acce.co.cr/full-day-excursions/): Full Day Tours Enjoy learning Spanish and traveling in Costa Rica Activity / Description All activities include transportation, tour guide and entrance fees Activity Prices in US$ (in cash) according to the number of people Photo Activity choices: 1. Canopy ride. 2. A cocoa experience. 3. A horseback ride (Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park). Choose one of the three options. Plus Herradura Beach, and surroundings!The best and closest canopy ride, from all angles; a delicious taste of the cocoa, or a horseback ride; with wildlife, wild views, gear on, climbing and soaring between trees, speaking Spanish to the horse, or […]
- [Half Day Excursions](https://acce.co.cr/half-day-excursions/): Half Day Excursions Enjoy learning Spanish and traveling in Costa Rica Activity / Description All activities include transportation, tour guide and entrance fees Activity Prices in US$ (in cash) according to the number of people Photo Botanical Garden Else Kientzler (Sarchí).An attractive botanical garden, in Sarchí! No age restriction. Peaceful, relaxing… And alternatives for different areas and moments: Since meetings, weddings, yoga, picnic… Until an inspirational and well located restaurant! 1 PAX $1002 PAX $653 PAX $554 PAX $505 PAX $45 Coffee (HERBAZU, Naranjo).“Grown and produced in Costa Rica”… From the heart of a local family; up in the mountain! […]
- [Tours](https://acce.co.cr/tours/)
- [Our villas](https://acce.co.cr/our-villas/)
- [Homestay](https://acce.co.cr/homestay/): Homestay Total Immersion in the rich Costa Rica culture… For a total immertion experience, the student will be placed with a Costa Rican (tico) family that lives near ACCE. The student will become a member of the family’s daily life, including the sharing of meals and the opportunity to engage in conversation. The student will live in an independent bedroom, but will share the rest of the house with the family. The family’s responsibility is to interact with the student, provide breakfast and dinner, and laundry service. The family will also help the student know about the city of Grecia […]
- [Weather](https://acce.co.cr/weather/): Weather Grecia, Alajuela, Costa Rica. The average temperature is 73° Farenheit and the average annual rainfall is approximately 82 inches. Tropical climate. There are two seasons – rainy and dry. The dry season goes from December through April and the rainy season goes from May through November. During the rainy season, the mornings are usually sunny and it rains in the afternoon. During the dry season, it is usually sunny the entire day.
- [Map](https://acce.co.cr/map/): Location The Canton of Grecia. The canton of Grecia is located in the province of Alajuela, 20 minutes driving from the Juan Santa María International Airport and 45 minutes from San José, capital city. Costa Rica is so beautiful and peaceful that is hard not to be content and relaxed when visiting.
- [About Grecia](https://acce.co.cr/about-grecia/): About Grecia The Canton of Grecia. The canton of Grecia has many mountain areas full of lush vegetation. The average temperature is 73° Farenheit and the average annual rainfall is approximately 82 inches. Grecia is recognized as the cleanest city in Latin America and for having the “Iglesia de las Mercedes,” a beautiful church imported from Belgium in 1893 and made entirely of iron. The main agricultural products of the region are coffee, sugar cane, vegetables, and livestock. Costa Rica is so beautiful and peaceful that is hard not to be content and relaxed when visiting. The Costa Rican people […]
- [Mission and Vision](https://acce.co.cr/mission-and-vision/): Mission and Vision Mission Statement for the Central American Spanish Academy (ACCE) The mission of our school is to provide Spanish classes to second language learners, at whatever level is appropriate, and to allow the learners to advance at their own pace. We will provide classes in conversation and grammar with the goal being to have an environment that allows the student to feel comfortable and safe, and ultimately successful at learning a new language. Also, we will offer the possibility to immerse in the Latino culture through living with Costa Rican families and by visiting tourist attractions throughout Costa […]
- [Teachers](https://acce.co.cr/teachers/): Our Teachers Our teachers at ACCE are all native speakers and have been through intensive instruction on how to teach Spanish as a second language. Their training includes the latest and most effective methodologies available. Besides classroom training, our instructors must also complete 20 hours of classroom observation and student teaching.
- [Holidays](https://acce.co.cr/holidays/): Holidays January 1st New Year’s day Thursday and Friday Easter / Holy Week April 11th Juan Santamaría’s Day May 1st Workers’ Day July 25th Guanacaste Annexation Day August 15th Mothers’ Day September 15th Independence Day December 25th Christmas Day
- [Private Classes](https://acce.co.cr/private-classes/): Private Classes
- [Start Classes](https://acce.co.cr/start-classes/): Star Classes Classes start on any Monday There is a minimum requirement of one week of classes and students may start on any Monday. The first day of classes, each student must take a placement test which includes a written exam as well as an interview. The reason for this is to insure that each student is placed in the appropriate class for his or her Spanish language level. Learning Spanish, as a second language requires two basic conditions: The first is the gradual, logical study of the structure of the language. This component is the study of grammar. Grammar […]
- [Spanish Classes](https://acce.co.cr/spanish-classes/): Spanish Classes Spanish classes offered throughout the year! Our programs are tailored to the various levels of Spanish ability and to the specific needs of the learner. For those who are beginning learners of Spanish, we offer a five-week course in basic structure and conversation. We have designed workbooks that go hand in hand with the daily class work and allow the student the opportunity to practice what has been taught in class each day. The intermediate classes are for more advanced students who still need a scaffolding of grammar and more intense conversation. Workbook #2 has been assembled with […]
- [Bring your own group](https://acce.co.cr/bring-your-own-group/): Bring your own group If you are interested in organizing and bringing a group of students to Central American Spanish Academy (ACCE), we can organize a Spanish program with any emphasis; for example Spanish for business, Spanish for law enforcement, etc. Also, if you wish to bring a group of students to take our Regular Spanish Programs of total immersion with no emphasis, the ACCE also offers that possibility. The student groups that we usually receive are from teenagers to retired people who are willing to learn the Spanish language and know a little of the culture and visit some […]
- [Spanish and Yoga Retreat](https://acce.co.cr/spanish-and-yoga-retreat/): Spanish and Yoga Retreat Itinerary Friday – Arrival at Juan Santamaría Int’l Airport (SJO)– Transfer to homestay Saturday -Full day excursion to La Paz Waterfall Garden including transportation, tour guide, entrance fee and buffet lunch. Sunday -Full day excursion to Jaco beach area, including transportation, tour guide and sunset yoga class at the beach! Monday – 8:30 am. Yoga class– 10:00 am. Walking tour of Grecia, visit the most important places around town.– 1:00 pm. – 3:00 pm. Spanish classes– 4:30 pm. Yoga class Tuesday – 8:30 am. Yoga class– 1:00 pm. – 3:00 pm. Spanish classes– 3:30 pm. Dance […]
- [Play Therapy plus Spanish Class](https://acce.co.cr/play-therapy-plus-spanish-class/): Play Therapy in Costa Rica + Spanish Class Saturday January 31 – Sunday February 8, 2026 Play therapy workshops, Spanish language and practice seminars, agency visits, lectures with local professionals and full day excursions. Bring your family! Spanish classes available for all levels and all ages. Total of 18 CE may be used towards the credential of a Registered Play Therapist. More information regarding the requirements may be found at www.a4pt.org Price per person:$1,685 (APT members: $1,585 →save $100!) Play Therapy in Costa Rica! Contact: info@jamiewatsonconsulting.com Includes Itinerary Week 1 Saturday January 31st1. Arrival to San José, Costa Rica (SJO)2. […]
- [Spanish Plus Fun!](https://acce.co.cr/spanish-plus-fun/): Spanish Plus Fun! A Two Week Spanish and Fun Program Throughout the year Date: Our Spanish+Fun program does not have any specific dates.Come whenever you want! The only time of the year when we DO NOT offer it is during Christmas week and Easter week. Price per person if two people come together: Homestay US$ Price per person: Homestay US$ Includes • Airport transfers• Two weeks Spanish class (40 hours)• Coffee break each day of class• Accommodations in homestay• Breakfast and dinner• Laundry Service• Study materials• Internet available at the ACCE• Dance classes• Cooking classes (lunch included)• Grecia city tour […]
- [Soccer Camp](https://acce.co.cr/soccer-camp/): Soccer Camp A Language, soccer, and cultural immersion program for kids from 12 to 16 years old. Program Objective To give the opportunity for adolescents to come to Costa Rica to work on their Spanish language skills, by taking classes and living with a Costa Rican family; to improve their soccer skills while working with a local trainer; and to be able to get to know this beautiful country while participating in safe, well planned excursions throughout the area. Program Goals Program Format This program is scheduled for a three week period with specific days and times for soccer training, […]
- [Medical Professionals](https://acce.co.cr/medical-professionals/): Medical Professionals A Language and Cultural Immersion Program for Medical Professionals Program Objective To give Medical Professionals (Nurses, Doctors, Students and Faculty) the opportunity to improve Spanish Language skills, to enhance cultural awareness, and to learn about the Medical Profession in Costa Rica. Program Goals Program Format This two-week Spanish immersion program for medical professionals includes 40 hours of Spanish instruction, and 20 hours of professional practice in hospitals or clinics in the area, and other related activities. The maximum number of students in each Spanish class is 4 students. These classes are comprised of three components: First Week During […]
- [Social Workers](https://acce.co.cr/social-workers/): Social Workers A Language and Cultural Immersion Program for Social Workers Program Objective To give social workers the opportunity to improve their Spanish language skills, enhance their cultural competency, and learn about the social work profession in Costa Rica. The California Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW-CA) assisted in planning this two-week program. Program Goals Program Format This program is scheduled for a two-week period with specific days and times for curriculum related activities. This two-week program will provide a total of 40 hours of language classes and 16 hours of cultural classes and activities. Each class […]
- [Photo Gallery](https://acce.co.cr/photo-gallery/): Photo Gallery Images of the ACCE experience.
- [Prices](https://acce.co.cr/prices/): Prices 2025-2026 Prices 2025-2026Classes only High Season(4 hours per day) (5.5 hours per day) Low Season(4 hours per day) (5.5 hours per day) 1 week US $ 430 US $ 530 US $ 385 US $ 480 2 weeks US $ 830 US $ 1,035 US $ 750 US $ 930 3 weeks US $ 1,245 US $ 1,550 US $ 1,120 US $ 1,395 4 weeks US $ 1,665 US $ 2,070 US $ 1,495 US $ 1,860 5 weeks US $ 2,080 US $ 2,858 US $ 1,870 US $ 2,325 Each additional week US $ 415 US […]
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- [Why ACCE](https://acce.co.cr/why-acce/): Why ACCE
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- [Home](https://acce.co.cr/): The School Central American Spanish Academy (ACCE) is a language academy located in Costa Rica and committed to offering the absolute best Spanish language learning experience available anywhere. We feel that learning a second language should be a positive, secure, and meaningful experience. At ACCE, we have put together a program that will allow you to learn Spanish, not only through academic excellence, but also through experiencing the rich culture of Costa Rica and Central America. We are very flexible and happy to work with you to make your experience the best possible, whether you are studying alone (one to […]
- [Activities](https://acce.co.cr/activities/): Co-curricular Activities Athletics Our students are passionate about sports and athletics and have the freedom to choose the one they like and wish to take up. We also participate in inter-school, district, state and national level competitions. In-house Publications We have several writers who are encouraged to come up with creations that are regularly published in our in-house magazines. We host a book sale every 2 years to promote our writers and their work. Performing Arts & Music With professionals on board, we take pride in training our students in art forms like dance, drama, painting and more. We organize […]
- [Academics](https://acce.co.cr/academics/): Academics The Champion School aims at offering all our students a broad and balanced curriculum that provides rewarding and stimulating activities to prepare them for the best social and cultural life. Whether it is our books or hands-on training, we make sure each student gets personal attention to cope up and flourish in every subject for better scores and a brighter future. College Opportunities
- [About](https://acce.co.cr/about/): About Us The Champion School Texas As the oldest continuously run educational institution, The Champion School remains committed to providing an academically rigorous education to students who will walk out of school ready for lives of leadership and service to their community. From literacy to music and art, each day at the Champions School is filled with activities that are both enriching and fun. We strive to be committed to the students we are privileged to serve, in our alumni association, our dedicated, talented faculty and staff. We also take pride in having the most active and helpful group of […]


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