Immersion is indispensable.    

Spanish confidence thrives when we are open to new people, new outlooks and new challenges. Since 1998, our Costa Rica summer exchange brings youth together in a mutually shared experience of friendship and community spirit. For visiting teens, adapting to our village way of life is a milestone in personal growth, and self-reliance.

Jump into our festive teen culture.

​ This summer, the difference is you.
  • Feel comfortable using Spanish everyday.
  • Shift your social engagement into high gear.​
  • Gain the confidence to make connections anywhere.​
  • ​Experience the adventure of backroads Costa Rica
You will enjoy a truly authentic village experience. Everyday is unique with unlimited ways to particpate and share your interests. We sponsor hands-on sessions that are both fun and  socialiy interactive with local teens. Sessions include arts, cooking, music, dance, Spanish conversation, sports encounters, after-school events, youth service projects. 
Relax, no tests, no itinerary, no tour guides.
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 while exploring rich greenways of waterfalls, horses, honey and cheese.  Let's immerse ourselves in the good life.

Reserve your dates

Warm and wholesome.

Hosted by our high school

Youth-inspired experience

Un-avoidable friendships, fluency and fun.

Spanish thrives in our open-school culture
Fostering healthy friendships
Our supportive bilingual  staff
Come together for a community purpose
Explore our local jungle adventures.
Team challenges
Enjoy impromptu village game days.
Our welcoming -Youth Ambassadors.
Family cook-outs

​​"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.

Parents trust us to take care of all details.

  Individual needs and support.
  • Youth-driven/ fun, active, high school engagement
  • Full supervision / On-cite U.S. director, bilingual staff.​
  • Overseas health / includes minor check-ups.​
  • All inclusive/ airport transport, excursions no extra fees
  • Family supported / Healthy homestays with teens
  • Community Leadership / Mayor's Youth Council 
  • 24 years of hosting students/ From 130 U.S. high schools
 A healthy local adventure.
  • High school hosted - Arts, Music, Sports.
  • Family friendly, walkable home town.​.
  • Cook outs, bonfires, farm visits.
  • Youth service projects with rural villages.​
  • Weekly waterfall, jungle hikes and swim outings.
  • Cultural events, game night, fiestas.

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

True wellness fosters healthy relationships.

Experience the joy of a truly youth-centered adventure!