Where Spanish thrives naturally.

Language confidence thrives when we are open to new people, new outlooks and new challenges. Slow down this summer, take in the breeze and follow toucans in the trees.  While toasting tortillas make new friends, laugh, and feel at ease exploring yourself in a holistic place of waterfalls, horses, honey and cheese. 

​​Since 1998, our historic high school summer immersion brings youth together in a shared experience of friendship and community spirit.
Note on Covid: Our community is vaccinated and schools are open.

choose 2, 3 or 4 week session

2022 Dates / Costs

Our Summer of Youth - invitation!

• Youth-driven / Hosted by our high schools.
• Flexible dates / Make this a great summer.​
• Overseas travel Insurance / Family doctor.​
• Onsite U.S. Director/ Individual support.
• Family Lodging and Meals / Homestays.
• Community Supported Leadership

Wholesome small-town adventure.

• School hosted - Arts, Music, Sports.
• Cook outs, bonfires, swimming holes.
• Ecology, farms, rural service projects
• Healthy, engaging, village life experience.
• Spanish tutoring - novice to advance
• Family friendly, walk-able home town.​
• 5 villages along our "hammock highway".

Hold my program spot

Join our high school culture!

Unavoidable friendships and fluency.

Spanish thrives when you socialize in it

Fostering healthy friendships

Come together for a community purpose

Explore our nearby hidden adventures.

Enjoy impromptu, neighborhood village life

Feel welcomed - from our Youth Ambassadors.

Leave your comfort zone - join ours!

​​"As a parent, I wanted my son to gain some life experience on his own, this program inspired him in ways I never imagined.  He truly responded to the nurturing local community".
​Carol M.

Between two oceans, the lush green highlands of Tilaran

Summer of Youth - High School events

Non-academic school events:

• Art / Music / Dance 
• Peer to Peer sports/games
• Outdoor classrooms and school gardens
• 5 village network of cultural events
• Youth-led volunteer programs
• Water and wildlife neighborhood trails.

"So, we actually helped to re-design local signs that link each small village".

learn more.

"it's an awesome place with a real sense of community"
​- student, Anna C.

One community, one unforgettable summer.

Relax, be yourself.

Youth mentorship

Your Second Home

Action based Leadership

healthy & cozy - Costa Rica

Community events

True wellness fosters healthy relationships.

Experience Costa Rica like a local high school student.