MantaBeach City and Port Harbor

 
Fly, reach the skies and surf in the water. Let the wind send you through the waves. Santa Marianita, located 15 minutes from Manta, is one of the best places to learn and practice Kite Surf.

Understanding the wind and practicing first on land are the first steps. Later you will experience the water and up in the skies. These are the basic instructions that will ensure you get to do this amazing extreme sport called kite surfing. With this program you will get personalized Kite boarding instruction from Monday to Friday for 8-10 hours of a basic course, Level I. Kite boarding level II and III are also possible to arrange.
Kite boarding courses are available only from May to December. 
 

Manta Spanish & Kite Surf prices and details

  • Manta Spanish & Kite Surf prices
  • Group lessons
  • What is included
  • Certificates
  • LEVELS, CLASS DURATION AND MATERIALS
  • Holidays
  • Airport pickup Manta


After a placement test, and based upon availability, students will be accommodated in one of six levels.

The groups have a maximum of five students per class ensuring each student is given plenty of attention and learning needs catered for.

*If the minimum number of students in your ability group is not reached, your lessons will be replaced with 16 hours of private lessons.

  1. Introductory info pack
  2. Study materials
  3. Spanish certificate in AGS
  4. Access to videos and documentaries in Spanish
  5. Free Wi-Fi
  6. Extracurricular activities: Tropical dance classes, Ecuadorian cooking classes, sports, movies, etc.
  7. Affordable trips and excursions
  8. Information and travel consultancy service for Ecuador and South America (assistance with reservations, confirmations and more)
  9. Coffee, purified water and natural tea

Participants will be able to choose a program with a minimum duration of one week, after that every student can ask for a certificate of participation in the program specifying the level that the student has reached during their program. Students can also ask for an evaluation exam to receive a certificate of the level they have achieved.

The school has established six Spanish levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, and C2

• Beginner (60 hours)
• Basic (60 hours)
• Intermediate A (60 hours) and B (60 hours)
• Advanced (80 hours)
• Superior (80 hours)

These hours are an average and, they can change depending on the type of lesson that the student chooses (individual or group lessons) and their skills.
Each lesson hour has duration of 50 minutes and they take place from Monday to Friday, except for official holidays (see the following heading) which are recoverable (only for private lessons).

Classes are programmed between 8:00 am and 5:30 pm. All group courses start on Monday; students may begin their classes any Monday or Tuesday. However if they begin on Tuesday, that Monday is not recoverable.

The school has its own material in combination with international Spanish text books and other materials (e.g. newspapers, songs, literature, cassettes / cds, videos and grammar exercises) including the use of videos and other audio-visual materials. In the case of tailored programs for professionals (e.g. Medical Spanish) the school uses specialized books and material.

Manta accommodation prices and options

  • Accommodation prices Manta
  • Family homestay
  • Student's Apartment

The family homestay option is intended for those students who want to maximize their learning—not only in terms of Spanish, but also Ecuadorian culture—by sharing in the daily life of a local family. All AGS host families are carefully selected to provide the support and comfort necessary for a pleasant and enriching stay.
Each student will always have his/her own private room and will share bathroom facilities with the family.  Breakfast, half board (breakfast and dinner) or full board, plus weekly laundry service, is included in this option.

AGS offers a private fully-equipped student apartment near the institute in a safe and tranquil neighborhood in the modern part of the city, close to shopping, restaurants, and parks. This option has been designed for those students wishing to maintain their independence while sharing experiences with other students from distinct parts of the world. The apartment is fully furnished, with living room and kitchen facilities.

AGS Promotions

  • Quito + Amazon School
  • Culture program
  • Student´s apartment
  • Galapagos tours
  • Amazon tours

Special discount price!

Special price program package

10% off  when you choose a 3-4 weeks combined program with Quito and the Amazon branch.

Now the Amazon school is at your reach!

Special discount price!

Culture program discount AGS

15% off for Spanish and Culture program in our Quito Spanish school. This promotion is available with private and group clases.

Discover the bets of our capital city!

Great accommodation price

Great price for students apartment AGS

US $120 per week. Student’s Apartment - Private dorm, furnished with cooking facilities.

Best valued accommodation!

Up to 60% off

Galapagos discounted tours AGS

Special students discounts and last minute opportunities with Galapagos cruises. If you are thinking to go don´t miss the opportunity, we ensure the best deal.

We will make your Galapagos dreams come true!

Special prices for our students in GAIA Amazon Lodge!

Special price Amazon tours

Excursions, activities, accommodation and full board included. More days packages are available too.

Don´t miss the opportunity to visit the Amazon Rainforest!

Why Choose us?

  • • Five branch locations to move, discover and enjoy! +

    AGS offers a grand and flexible opportunity to move between our branch schools. With five fantastic locations to choose between, each student can construct his/her own program of both study and travel within Ecuador. Students have complete flexibility to change schools while maintaining their study program.

  • • Free Tutoring and conversational Club 4 learning - Quito School +

    Our Quito school gives you even more chances to improve your Spanish and fluency. With the guidance of a teacher, every Tuesday and Thursday you can interact with other students. Tutoring and group activities form the basis of the “Club for Learning.” The club creates real life situations for learning and practicing Spanish, such as games and visits to different locations. 

  • • Extracurricular and weekend activities +

    During the week you can participate in a variety of activities organized by the school such as salsa lessons, cooking lessons, Club 4 learning - Quito, visits to different sights and so much more. In the weekends we will offer you a wide range of trips and tour options that you can do by yourself with our advice or also you can arrange it with a partner tour operator.  We are always happy to assist you in designing and arranging your travel in Ecuador. Our goal is that you meet and enjoy with other students our Latin Ecuadorian culture and our beautiful country! 

  • • Professional and friendly schools +

    For AGS, it is important to have experienced professors with good teaching skills who can teach in a friendly and personal manner. Our objective to make every student feel like a member of our school family. A safe and friendly environment will help in learning Spanish and planning your visit to Ecuador.

  • • Volunteer opportunities +

    We are committed to volunteer options that have a positive impact on both the Ecuadorian people and their environment.  These opportunities will enrich your values and widen your experiences as well as gaining useful language learned in the workplace! 
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