Balance and Well-Being - Madrid

Our claim to fame: 21 years of experience and over 3,800 participants! Calming the mind and energizing the body. Energizing the mind and relaxing the body.

Take 2 weeks with the time and space to nurture yourself! This getaway that will rejuvenate your spirit by means of a mixed package of activities including a study abroad language course in Spanish with a selection of specialized workshops, classes, demonstrations, presentations, music, and entertainment such as yoga, mandala painting, laugh therapy, spa, tai-chi, chi kung, concerts, outdoor activity (weather permitting), excursions to historical settings – all designed to balance your mind, body and spirit.

Sample Schedule – Madrid based Balance and Well-Being Tour – 2 Weeks

The first two weeks of the program you will attend Spanish classes from 9:30 to 13:00 daily from Monday to Friday in Madrid. In the afternoons there are activities according to the programming for each individual commencement date. Below you will find a sample itinerary and daily schedule.

Sample Itinerary – Week 1

Day 1 –Sunday – Retrieval and transfer to your accommodation. Free time to unpack, explore.

Day 2 – Monday – Morning Orientation/Welcome at language school and Spanish class for adults. Afternoon workshop to be selected (see list below).

Day 3 – Tuesday – Morning Spanish class for adults. Afternoon yoga class.

Day 4 – Wednesday - Morning Spanish class for adults. Afternoon free. Concert or exhibition with dinner.

Day 5 – Thursday - Morning Spanish class for adults. Afternoon yoga class.

Day 6 – Friday – Morning Spanish class for adults. Afternoon workshop to be selected (see list below).

Day 7 – Saturday – Day excursion to historical sites, spa, etc. such as Aranjuez, Toledo, Escorial or Sierra de Madrid.

Day 8 – Sunday – Free to explore Madrid or participate in optional activity program organized by language school. 

Sample Itinerary – Week 2

Day 9 – Monday – Morning Spanish class for adults. Afternoon workshop to be selected (see list below).

Day 10 – Tuesday – Morning Spanish class for adults. Afternoon yoga class.

Day 11 – Wednesday - Spanish class for adults. Afternoon free. Evening Cultural activity according to Madrid programming.

Day 12 – Thursday - Morning Spanish class for adults. Afternoon yoga class.

Day 13 – Friday – Morning Spanish class for adults. Afternoon workshop to be selected (see list below).

Day 14 – Saturday – Free to sightsee/explore Madrid or participate in optional activity program organized by language school. Evening Farewell drink.

Day 15 – Sunday – Transfer to airport.

Timings are approximate and can vary according to weather conditions and the participants needs. Cultural visits and activities are selected and will take place according to availability.

Activities among the following: yoga, tai chi, Feldenkrais, spa (complete and luxurious hydrothermal circuit), mandala painting, laugh therapy, etc.

Necessary Equipment / Dress

Yoga: comfortable clothing, socks. Excursions: comfortable footwear, Dinners/concerts: business-casual attire. According to season: Rainwear/sun protection cream; small backpack.

Quick Facts about Balance and Well-Being Madrid

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

1. Small groups: 6 to 12 participants

2. Commencing third Monday of month (except August and December)

3. Duration: 2 weeks (14 nights)

4. No language requirement. We offer 8 levels of language classes from complete beginners to composition classes for advanced speakers. Most of our staff is bilingual

5. Accommodation options

6. Designed for active travellers who prefer around 50/50 organized activities with free time

INCLUDED

1. Transfers from and to Madrid’s Barajas airport

2. Day excursion and visit to sites on route (Aranjuez, Toledo, Sierra, etc.)

3. 50/50 balance between organized activities and time to explore on your own

4. Lodging placement service for Madrid

5. Two-week intensive study abroad language course from 9:30 to 1 pm daily in our Madrid-based up-market language school (40 classes). Classes are given by certified teachers of Spanish for foreigners

6. One formal dinner and farewell drinks

7. Full-coverage health and accident insurance

8. Orientation pack

9. One group cultural activity (concert, excursion, exhibition, et al)

10. Optional cultural activities coordinator for those who want more or can't get enough, with free and small fee activities

11. Theme activities as described in syllabus

12. Bilingual staff

13. Free Internet access at Spanish school

14. Testing, materials, certificates, value-added taxes

15. Low bureaucracy

Not included: Transportation (except transfers and excursion(s)), normal meals, personal expenses, communication and lodging costs in Madrid.

If the minimum number of participants is not covered we will join our group with another to guarantee participation.

START DATES BALANCE AND WELL-BEING PROGRAM MADRID

(Dates can be customized for groups of 8 minimum)

Arrivals should be scheduled for the Sunday prior to the commencement of the program.

• June 18, 2007
• July 16, 2007
• September 17, 2007
• October 15, 2007
• November 19, 2007
• January 14, 2008
• February 11, 2008
• March 3, 2008
• April 14, 2008
• May 12, 2008

SPANISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

There is no Spanish language requirement. You can participate in this program with no Spanish. We offer 8 levels of language classes from complete beginners to composition classes for advanced speakers. Most of our staff is bilingual. For more information see study abroad Spanish language courses.

COST PER PERSON BALANCE AND WELL-BEING PROGRAM

1725 EUR (2330 USD) for 2 weeks, 40 Spanish lessons + list of included items mentioned above.

Payment is in euros. Dollar amounts are approximate and may fluctuate with daily exchange rates. All itineraries and prices are subject to change. Full payment is due before arrival. There is a 50 euros surcharge for payments made after arrival.

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Note: Inquire about discounts for groups of 8 or more. Payment is in euros. Dollar amounts are approximate and may fluctuate with daily exchange rates. All itineraries and prices are subject to change. Full payment is due before arrival. There is a 50 euros surcharge for payments made after arrival.