Course Description & Prices. |
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Classes are held in the neighborhood of Salvador called Barra (pronounced "Baha"), a centrally located neighborhood lined with beaches and with all the facilities you might need (e.g., restaurants, bars, banks, shopping, laundry, hospital, travel agencies and hotels).
That's the lighthouse of Barra pictured below.

I offer classes for individuals, couples or groups of three, for any level of Brazilian Portuguese. Because each student has a different way of learning, I adapt my teaching to the student's needs. Classes are structured around everyday Portuguese usage (drawing from the popular media).
Also my classes have an informal atmosphere in which I keep the student engaged at every moment, writing, speaking and thinking in Portuguese.
Survival. For travelers or business people with limited time (e.g., 2 weeks) learning the basics of the Brazilian language and culture. It's the soft landing course.
Beginners. For those who have no or only a little knowledge of the language. Students will learn basic grammar, conversation and pronunciation, emphasizing a communicative approach.
Intermediate. Further work on grammar and skills in reading, speaking, listening and writing.
Advanced. Essay writing, complex listening and reading and conversation strategies.
Price List
All prices are in Brazilian Reais.One-on-one private classes
Max. 3 people per group
(Price per person)2 weeks
R$ 1.150
R$ 690
3 weeks
R$ 1.710
R$ 990
4 weeks
R$ 2.260
R$ 1.260
6 weeks
R$ 3.330
R$ 1.800
8 weeks
R$ 4.400
R$ 2.280
Each course consists of three 55 minute classes per day, five days a week. For individual classes in excess of 8 weeks, the price is R$ 500 per week. For group classes in excess of 8 weeks, the price is R$ 285 per week per person.
What is included:
- Study materials
- An orientation tour to introduce students to the area of Barra - Salvador
Lodging (single room) |
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R$ 38/night |
Breakfast included |
Shared apartment with a Brazilian |
R$ 30/night |
Breakfast is not included, but kitchen is available |
Guest-house near the beach* |
R$ 80/night |
Breakfast, private bathroom and air-conditioning included |
Hotel (4 stars)* |
R$ 150/night |
Breakfast, private bathroom and air-conditioning included |
*Prices for Guest-houses and Hotels vary according to the season. |
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When Classes Begin
| Small
Group Class Start Dates for 2009-2010
2009
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| October 5 | November
2 |
December
7 |
| October 19 | November
16 |
December
14 |
| 2010
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| January 11 | May 17 | October 4 |
| January 18 | June 7 | October 18 |
| February 1 | June 21 | November 1 |
| February 22 | July 5 | November 15 |
| March 8 | July 19 | December 6 |
| March 22 | August 2 | December 13 |
| April 5 | August 16 | |
| April 19 | September 6 | |
| May 3 | September 20 | |
| Private classes
may be scheduled to begin on any Monday. |
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Contact me at: sheilawaksman@hotmail.com
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