Summer Camp for Teenagers in Costa Rica: Where Adventure Meets Leadership
Empower Your Teen's Future through Language, Culture, and Adventure
Welcome to Intercultura Costa Rica’s Teen Spanish Summer Camp – A Spanish and leadership camp for young people who want to be a part of changing the world. Learn cross-cultural, empowered communication skills, explore your role in social responsibility, understand how to use today’s technological tools as an agent for positive change.
With our Spanish Summer Camp you will boost your language skills, your intercultural intelligence AND your confidence to navigate the quickly changing culture of our world.
DATES FOR OUR TEEN CAMP IN 2025
STAY TUNED FOR NEXT YEAR'S TEEN CAMP
The 2025 Teen Camp will take place from July 13 to July 27.
Stay tuned for pricing details and be the first to secure your spot in this unforgettable experience.*
(Includes comprehensive Spanish immersion classes, secure homestay accommodations, nutritious meals, exciting excursions, engaging workshops, and enriching cultural activities)
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
What Your Teen Will Experience
- Experience the vibrant city life of Heredia while being surrounded by Costa Rica's lush natural landscapes.
- Engage in daily Spanish classes at the Intercultura school campus.
- Explore indigenous communities, participate in wildlife conservation projects, and hike Barva Volcano.
- Enjoy cultural activities such as cooking classes, Latin dance, and insightful workshops on leadership and social responsibility.
- Embark on a weekend excursion to Arenal Volcano and Monteverde Cloud Forest for thrilling outdoor adventures.
- Continue language learning amidst the breathtaking beauty of Playa Samara, with beachfront Spanish classes and immersive cultural experiences.
- Participate in exciting activities like surfing, kayaking, and snorkeling.
- Volunteer with local communities and non-profit organizations to make a positive impact.
- Reflect on your experiences and discussions on effective communication and cultural awareness.
- Conclude your camp journey with a memorable visit to Montezuma Beach & Waterfall and Tortuga Island.
5 REASONS TO CHOOSE OUR SPANISH IMMERSION SUMMER CAMP
GAIN GLOBAL COMPETENCIES
Our goal is to provide youth with the opportunity to understand the world through a global lens, while fostering conscious, intercultural communication competencies.
LANGUAGE LEARNING BENEFITS
There are so many proven benefits to language learning, especially for young brains that easily absorb new concepts! Give your child the opportunity to make real life connections within the meaningful context that immersion experiences offer.
NEW CULTURES & PEOPLE
Not only do we gain a better understanding of the world in which we live, we also learn to appreciate how we perceive “the other” and we garner a deeper appreciation for how our own micro & macro cultures can interact and benefit from contact with new ones.
SAFE & SUSTAINABLE ADVENTURE
Intercultura´s summer camp provides a packed schedule led by experienced chaperones and professors, who also understand the importance of fostering responsible independence.
INVEST IN THE FUTURE
Colleges, internships and first jobs are asking for competency in multiple languages. Give your child the opportunity to stand out and to be ahead of the game!
GAIN GLOBAL COMPETENCIES
Our goal is to provide youth with the opportunity to understand the world through a global lens, while fostering conscious, intercultural communication competencies.
LANGUAGE LEARNING BENEFITS
There are so many proven benefits to language learning, especially for young brains that easily absorb new concepts! Give your child the opportunity to make real life connections within the meaningful context that immersion experiences offer.
NEW CULTURES & PEOPLE
Not only do we gain a better understanding of the world in which we live, we also learn to appreciate how we perceive “the other” and we garner a deeper appreciation for how our own micro & macro cultures can interact and benefit from contact with new ones.
SAFE & SUSTAINABLE ADVENTURE
Intercultura´s summer camp provides a packed schedule led by experienced chaperones and professors, who also understand the importance of fostering responsible independence.
INVEST IN THE FUTURE
Colleges, internships and first jobs are asking for competency in multiple languages. Give your child the opportunity to stand out and to be ahead of the game!
TEEN CAMP 2023
"Hello to all of you! I just wanted to thank you for the wonderful time Nika had at the camp! She came home full of new impressions and told us that she really loved the camp!
Thank you again and best regards from all of us."
Stella Verbukh
TEEN CAMP 2022
“This program exceeded our expectations! Thank you for meeting our kids where they were at in terms of their language needs. I think more than the language boost, what impressed me was the commitment to the use of Spanish as well as the commitment to being bilingual. Your instructors were great and really made the experience one that was super positive and got our kids even more excited about continuing their dual language program here in TX.”
Sarah Ruttan
TEEN CAMP 2018
“I wholeheartedly recommend Intercultura for both adults and kids. Three of my kids enrolled there for 12 weeks last spring and had a fabulous experience. We were at the Heredia campus for 9 weeks and the Samara campus for 3 weeks. My kids had very basic Spanish before we went (numbers, colors, shapes, etc.), but zero comprehension or conversation skills. Upon enrolling in school again here Colorado, my 7th grade son's middle school evaluated him in Spanish, and his Spanish level is beyond what they offer in the three years of middle school classes. The teacher placed him at a 2nd semester high school level. And both my daughters were able to enter into a full-Spanish immersion program here. My daughter's teachers says that her conversation skills are better than her peers who have been in the program for 3 years. All that's to say, I was extremely pleased at the progress that my kids made in 3 months! We are hoping to return and attend classes at Intercultura on a regular basis. I attended there for a month when I was in college as well, and it was definitely a turning point for me in my conversation and comprehension skills.
As to the safety of the area, I would feel comfortable sending my own son alone. I was there alone (my husband had to stay in the U.S. for work) with four kids and never had any problems. If your son is responsible, he will do great. I trust the staff to take good care of the teens. Your son will learn a ton and visit some amazing places.”
Britton Varn
TEEN CAMP 2017
"My favorite thing about camp was getting to meet new people in a new country and have an amazing experience. I loved all the activities and getting to try new things everyday. Also I would definitely stay with the same host families again. Our moms were so sweet and loving. They treated you like their own kids and just wanted to get to know you. I especially loved my Mama Tica in Heredia because she was always laughing and having the best time. And I think talking to people around town or in our home stays really helped. Especially over dinner or another meal. That was the best time. I would definitely recommend Intercultura to other students. It's a great way to learn Spanish while having the time of your life and meeting new friends. All the activities are well planned out and you're surrounded by teachers and adults who want to help you however they can. Everyone is extremely open and sweet. Overall it was one of the best trips I've ever been on and I would recommend it to everyone trying to improve their Spanish. Muchas gracias."
Bella Soboleski, bellasobo@yahoo.com
HOW TO GET STARTED
Ready to give your teen the gift of a lifetime?
The 2025 Teen Spanish Summer Camp will take place from July 13 to July 27. Be ready to sign up!
For more information or to discuss any questions or concerns you may have, please don't hesitate to contact us here.
INTERCULTURA COSTA RICA HAS 25 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE HOSTING TEEN GROUPS
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