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8/7/2019 Spanish Abroad Panama City Spanish School
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SA PANAMA CITY #2
City: Panama City
Population: 3 million
School Name: SA Panama City #2
School Location: Altos del Chase
Website: www.spanishabroad.com
PANAMA CITY
Panama City abounds in cultural and eth-
nic contrasts: from the colonial towns to the
modern city of skyscrapers. From the dense jungle to the archipelago with one of the pur-
est indigenous cultures left in the hemisphere-
the Kunas. But Panama is much more; Pana-
ma is defined by its people, the popular salsa
danced by its people, the human warmth of
the Panamanian who confronts his difficul-
ties with the rhythm of his “tamborito”, or folk
rhythm. Within this tropical wonder, we also find
a world of international commerce and finance
where merchandise from all over the world
is sold at bargain prices throughout the year.
Panama City is made up of three distinct
eras: The Old, the Colonial and the new. Old
Panama was the center for Spanish explora-
tion and expansion in the direction of Centraland South America as well as the center of
commercial transactions between the Span-
ish colonies of the Pacific and the Spain and
the Caribbean. The ruins of the Cathedral of
Piedra, the Monasteries, the custom houses
and stone bridges are found in Old Panama.
Colonial Panama was constructed with a
fortress wall to prevent the attacks of pirates
during the colonial era. Some of the houses
have been converted into restaurants, and
have retained the charm of the Spanish colonial
era. Other sites of interest include museums,
a restored cathedral and the “Arco Chato”- a
marvel of architectural technology of the time.
Modern Panama is composed of modernbuildings and a International Banking Center. In
this area, we can include the Panama Canal, one
of the most outstanding architectural feats of the
contemporary world and a point of strategic im-
portance between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
WHY PANAMA CITY?
• Great shopping
• Colonial ruins
• Rich in culture and history
• Stunning archetecture
• Wonderful friendly people
• Exciting city life and teeming nighlife
• A lot less tourists than Costa Rica
SCHOOL OVERVIEW
Our partner school (SA Panama City #2)
is a small, friendly language institute run by pro-
fessional instructors specializing in international
relations and Spanish as a second language. The
school has programs for people of all ages and
levels of Spanish fluency. At the school you will
have the option of staying with a family and learn-
ing about the culture, or we’ll help you arrange
accommodations at a local hotel or apartment.
SCHOOL FACTS
• Small, friendly school
• Well trained staff and facuilty
• Flexible programs
• Personal attention
PROGRAM OPTIONS
The Spanish language school has programs for
people of all ages and levels of Spanish. From
beginners to advanced
Standard Program. 4 hours of Spanish daily.
Generous offering of activities , materials, lec-
tures and amenities.
Spanish and Culture. 4 hours of Spanish dai ly,
city tour, activities and more.
ACCOMMODATIONS
A key part of the programs offered by
the school is the opportunity to have ac-
commodations with selected Panama fami-
lies. All students are encouraged to par-
ticipate in this opportunity, as it provides an
invaluable source of Spanish instruction as
well as a wonderful interpersonal experience.
Homestay. Staying with an upper middle class
Panamanian family will allow you to practice
Spanish after class and share in the rich Latin
culture of this beautiful country. A wide variety of
families are available to fit your individual needs,
if you smoke or have a particular aversion to chil-
dren or pets you may indicate upon enrollment.
Homestay families are located in El Dorado and
most students walk to class or ride the local bus.
Other Accommodations. There are also
hotels and bed and breakfast establish-
ments conveniently situated nearby fo
those who prefer not to stay with local family
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Excursions. If you want to travel more ex
tensively in Panama, we can help you
make all the necessary arrangements
Salsa and Merengue. Every Friday the Insti
tute sponsors classes in these popular Latin
dances. You’ll have a chance to practice and
live the language through the rhythm, lyrics and
melodies of popular salsa and merengue songs
Lectures and Current Events. A series otalks on the current political, economic, socia
and cultural life of Panama. Discussions also
focus on history and the national park system
Fishing Harbou
Panama Cana
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