CETLALIC AC - Spanish language school in Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico

CETLALIC was founded in 1987 as an alternative school, integrating intensive study of Spanish language with experiential cultural learning and analysis of current issues with grassroots organizations and others who are actively involved in their society. Our Spanish language program is demanding, but in a friendly atmosphere. Paulo Freire's methodology is applied to the teaching of Spanish as a second language and students are expected to contribute their insights and ask the questions necessary for critical analysis. Our teachers are native speakers with professional training and extensive experience. Classes are limited to five students. Every morning, there are three hours of intensive language instruction from 9 to 12, followed by a "práctica" session from 12 to 2, in which students participate in round table discussions on a variety of national & international topics. Cultural activities are also offered throughout a week and include excursions, visits with native speakers from Mexico and Latin America, videos, and participation in local fiestas and other cultural events. CETLALIC is accredited by the Ministry of Public Education (State of Morelos, Mexico). Living with a Mexican family is an integral part of our program. It provides a unique experience to learn about the people, their food and their customs, as well as an incomparable opportunity for students to practice and refine their Spanish language abilities. All our families welcome g/l students. We are also proud to offer gay or lesbian homestay options in which our g/l students can feel comfortable. CETLALIC is small and our staff is able to attend to the needs of each student. Our goal is to promote dialogue between Mexico and the people of other cultures and, in order to reach that goal, we make the experience of every participant our concern. We welcome all students irrespective of nationality, ethnic origin, race, gender, sexual preference, age, etc. We offer small, intensive classes at all levels, year-round, as well as several Special Programs every year, each focused on a particular issue or area of interest, which often include travel in the region.

Called "the city of eternal spring," Cuernavaca has been known for several decades as a center for the study of Spanish. The school's address is: Madero No. 721, Colonia Miraval. We are very near "El Tunel" which is really a bridge but everyone knows it as the tunnel! Our phone numbers are: 3-17-08-50 and 3-13-26-37 (fax also). It's easy to get to Cuernavaca from the airport in Mexico City: After going through Immigration and picking up your luggage, proceed to customs where you will be asked to press a button which activates a traffic light.We recommend you to buy a phone card. There are $ 30, $ 50 and $ 100 peso cards. Then, look for signs that say 'Bus to Cuernavaca'. You will need to go upstairs to buy your shuttle ticket. Once you find the Pullman de Morelos buses there is a ticket booth where you can buy your ticket to "Cuernavaca-Selva". Upon arriving in Cuernavaca at the Casino de la Selva Terminal, Call your family to let them know you have arrived and then take a taxi to your homestay.

University Credits

Universities

: CSULB CHLS-499 Section 61

Course	Minimum duration	Maximum duration
Standard	3 Weeks	16 Weeks
Intensive	2 Weeks	12 Weeks
One to one	1 Weeks	4 Weeks

Host Family
Shared Flat
Student residence on campus
Student Residence off campus
Hotel

Facility	Free Access	Available at Extra Cost
Library
PC
Internet
Cafeteria
Conference Centre
airport
swiming pool
Number of classrooms : 10

	organised by school	possible near school	distance in km
Excursions
Golf
Parties
Cinema/Theatre
Football
Tennis
Climbing
Hiking
Horse riding
Cookery classes
Dance classes
Music classes
Arts and Crafts