Holiday itinerary
This exciting one week Spanish and rock climbing course is perfect if you want to discover Spain from a different angle by exploring the scenic Sierra Nevada National park, regardless of your level of Spanish and whether you’re a complete novice or a serious rock climber.
You will be taught by highly qualified native Spanish speakers who have been trained and are experienced in the best possible teaching methods.
Two afternoons in the week you will go rock climbing in the wonderful mountains the Sierra Nevada National Park has to offer. The pristine limestone mountains and the reliable sunny weather offer fantastic rock climbing possibilities.
Located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, Granada is surrounded by pristine limestone, equipped with more quality sport climbing than you can imagine. Thanks to the reliable and glorious sunny weather, there are fantastic climbing possibilities throughout the year.
The main area of Los Cahorros is a mere 20 minutes walk from the village of Monachil (5 km outside of Granada). Elsewhere, the crags of Alfacar, Loja, Diezma, Los Vados and the legendary El Chorro in Malaga are within easy reach by car.
During your free time, you can put the Spanish language skills you will have learnt into practice when you go out and about in the beautiful medieval city of Granada, which has plenty to offer in terms of culture and history. You can visit the Alhambra palace, which is listed as a UNESCO world heritage site, stroll along the streets of the city and listen to flamenco guitars as well as enjoying the many tapas bars the town boasts.
Immerse yourself in the Spanish culture and pack in some rock climbing adventure in the breath-taking Sierra Nevada National park on this language holiday with a difference.
Suitability
- Classes start on Mondays throughout the year for elementary to advanced levels
- Beginners start on set dates throughout the year in 2014
- Suitable for all levels from complete beginners to advanced on all dates in 2015
- If you can't find availability on the date you want to travel, please contact us on and we'll do our best to accommodate you as quickly as possible
- Rock climbing sessions are suitable for all levels but you must have a good level of fitness
- Minimum age 16
Who Are Our Guests?
- People come from all over the world and you’ll never be placed in a class with just English speakers so that you use the language you are learning rather than resorting to chatting in English
- Ages vary, but the typical language learner falls in to the 20-60 age bracket though we have no age limit and we’ve had guests in their 70s and 80s studying languages with us
- During the summer and in university holiday times the average age typically drops and there are many guests in their 20s
- Over 90% of our language learners travel solo and every school organises social and cultural activities to help you get to know others at the school outside of class
- Of course, everyone shares a passion or interest in discovering a new language and culture
Spanish And Rock Climbing Start Days
- The school is open year round with a break for Christmas
- Spanish courses start on Mondays and finish on Fridays
- If you choose our optional accommodation, you will check-in on Sunday and check-out the following Saturday
- Students can stay more than one week - please contact us on
Spanish And Rock Climbing Class Schedule
- Spanish classes run daily Monday through to Friday each week
- Spanish language classes start at 9am
- You will have 4 group classes per day lasting 45 minutes each
- You will have a short break between each class
- Rock climbing will take place on Tuesday and Thursday from 2pm to 7pm (or from 1pm to 6pm in the winter)
- The rock climbing will take place in the Sierra Nevada National park and all rock climbing sessions will be guided
What Will I Learn?
- The language lessons are highly interactive and you will speak Spanish from day 1, both inside and outside of the classroom.
- You’ll focus on the four main language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing
- During the rock climbing sessions you will have the opportunity to explore the wonderful the Sierra Nevada
- The rock climbing is suitable for all levels from complete beginners to more advanced climbers
Level Test
- Please arrive at the school by 8.30am on your first day for a short level test
- This test will assess your understanding of the language and will help the course organisers to place you in the right group class for your level
- We recommend you bring a small dictionary with you for the course
Optional Extras
- This school offers transfers to and from Granada airport for an additional charge; you can book transfers during the booking process
- This school offers additional Spanish lessons in the afternoon that can be pre-booked or booked on arrival if there is availability (email for more info)
- This school offers optional accommodation
Compulsory Extras
- Please note that this school charges a compulsory course enrolment fee, this is not included in the price and will be charged as an extra during the booking process
Free Time
- The school offers a host of optional cultural activities and seminars throughout the week
- You will have the chance to take part in different activities such as tapas tours and excursions
- You will have plenty of free time to explore the local area and practice your new found language skills or just kick back and relax on this learning holiday with a difference
Pursue your passion for Spanish and rock climbing on this great Spanish language holiday with a difference in one of Spain’s most lively cities.