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Study Abroad Spanish Immersion Programs for Teens in Guatemala
Are you interested in a Study Abroad Spanish Immersion Program for Teens in Guatemala? Casa Xelajú provides an educational experience unlike any other in Guatemala, where young students can learn Spanish and immerse themselves in the country’s culture.
Our teen immersion program includes Spanish lessons tailored to each student’s needs and, at the same time, engages them in real-life cultural activities that help them enhance their Spanish fluency in a natural way. The city of Quetzaltenango (Xela), located in Guatemala, allows our students to be completely immersed in the Spanish language. Students practice their Spanish language skills daily through interactions with locals and by taking advantage of guided experiences.
This program is perfect for teens who want to study abroad, build confidence in their Spanish communication skills, and experience another culture outside the classroom.
The intensive program caters to the special needs of high and middle school students who are taking regular Spanish classes, IB, AP and CIS in their high schools. Besides the instruction, students will be doing volunteer work in small communities, and traveling with educational purposes in beautiful places, villages and cities in the country.
High School students are able to visit villages, cities, cultural centers, climb volcanoes, hike in the mountains, and learn how to dance salsa, merengue, and cumbia.
Summer Spanish Immersion Program for Teens in Guatemala
Looking for an unforgettable summer experience that combines education, travel, and cultural immersion? Casa Xelajú’s Summer Spanish Program for Teens is the longest-running and most trusted Spanish immersion experience for high school students in Guatemala.
Our program is fully accredited by the Secretary of Education of Guatemala and specifically designed for high school students interested in Spanish language learning, cultural exploration, and community engagement. Set in the vibrant city of Quetzaltenango (Xela), students gain exposure to local indigenous cultures, explore Guatemala’s natural beauty, and develop real-world Spanish skills in a safe, structured environment.
All teachers in this division have a degree in secondary education and extensive experience teaching Spanish as a second language using the top-down methodology and providing an atmosphere where the spirit of the city and surrounding villages becomes the classroom for the students.
Quick Summary
- Fully accredited summer Spanish immersion program for teens
- One-on-one instruction + cultural activities in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
- Includes homestay, weekend excursions, dance lessons, and more
- Safe and educational experience with certified teachers
- All-inclusive: Spanish classes, lodging, meals, travel, and airfare (from USA)
What Makes Our Program Unique?
- One-on-One Spanish Instruction: Tailored lessons by certified teachers with secondary education degrees.
- Volunteer Projects: Work with local communities to build empathy and practical communication skills.
- Cultural Immersion: Students live with carefully vetted Guatemalan host families.
- Adventure Learning: Hike volcanoes, explore Mayan villages, and visit cultural centers.
- Dance & Activities: Learn salsa, merengue, cumbia; attend field trips, movies, and cooking classes.
Program Cost and Inclusions
The total cost for a 3-week program is approximately $1,800 USD per student. This includes:
- Round-trip airfare from most U.S. cities to Guatemala City
- Spanish classes (one-on-one format)
- Homestay with a Guatemalan family (meals included)
- Daily cultural and social activities
- Weekend excursions
- Volunteer opportunities
- Airport pickup/drop-off and full supervision
Who Can Join?
The program is open to high school and middle school students (ages 13–18). It is ideal for students:
- Taking Spanish as a second language
- Interested in Latin American cultures
- Looking to boost college applications with immersive experiences
- Passionate about travel, language, and service
Schools That Have Participated
Casa Xelajú has welcomed students from prestigious U.S. high schools, including:
- Southwest High School (Minnesota)
- Modesto High School (California)
- Orioles High School (Minnesota)
- Virginia High School (Virginia)
- Saint Francis High School
- Dos Pueblos High School
For every ten students, one teacher travels free. If you are a teacher interested in organising a group, please contact us.
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This trip is different from many packaged trips you may have taken, or may have heard about. Quetzaltenango is not a tourist town. Students live with families, so you are not checking on them every night, and you are not in a class with them.
You and the students will walk a lot, at a high altitude. Everybody – including you – will be in class for five hours a day. You will interact with the people in town. You will learn a lot about the troubles in Guatemala, especially in western Guatemala.
Tour to Quetzaltenango’s historic sites done the first day.
Popular Frequently Asked Questions
A Spanish immersion program allows teens to learn Spanish by living in a Spanish-speaking environment, combining classroom lessons with real-life practice and cultural experiences.
Safety is our top priority. Students are supervised at all times and stay with trusted, background-checked host families.
Yes, our Spanish immersion program is fully accredited by the Guatemalan Ministry of Education.
Not at all. We welcome beginners, intermediate, and advanced students. Our teachers customize instruction to each student’s level.
Yes, many students have received credit through coordination with their schools. We can provide syllabi and progress reports.
Start Your Teen’s Spanish Immersion Journey in Guatemala
The history of Casa Xelajú (1987) is one built on trial and error with visions of a better future for Guatemala and an international awareness of Guatemala’s political, social, and cultural situation.
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