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Spanish
Student Testimonials
| ” My experience with Yesi and Yelapa were increadable (sic)! …. You picked up right where my jr. high class left me and answered the questions I had about stuff I had not yet mastered. You taught really well and your fascinating and good personality made the instruction more fun.” Leslie Lowrie, Alaska |
“comprehensive, learned a ton, fabulous instructor, great connections to host families and Juanita knows everything and everyone in Yelapa. That's why I have already reserved a room to go back to Yelapa next year. … I am a Yelapatista! What a wonderful vacation!” Henrietta and James,. Toronto
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| “I liked that it was a small group which allowed more opportunity for individual attention and that it was in this small and culturally interesting community. You really are a good teacher and know a lot about the community, history and culture of Yelapa and Mexico which I found very interesting…so if I were to do this again, I would make it for longer. Muchos gracias again for all your efforts to make us feel at home and a unique experience that I will treasure and never forget!” Jan Blades, Vancouver |
| Yelapa as a location for a Spanish program: “Wonderful. People were always happy to help talk Spanish with you.” Mary Ellen Biggerstaff, Seattle |
| Things I like best about Yelapa: “Great teacher (really). The remote, small village atmosphere. I enjoyed walking (or horseback riding) everywhere. The daily stream crossing added to the adventure… You have found a perfect spot. “ Cesar Beltran, Orangevale, CA |
| “YESI
school was geared totally to the students and our individual
needs. The view from the classroom was world class and breath
taking... [The teacher] was not only a great instructor but
also became a great friend!! We spent one day with local people
catching fresh water shrimp and practicing our Spanish. This
class far exceeded our expectations. In fact we can now talk
with most of my Spanish speaking patients in my clinic without
help from a translator!!! “ Drs. Mark and Dolores Musco,
Davis, California |
| ”I
studied with [YESI] over the Christmas just gone, and enjoyed
the experience so much (and was learning so much Spanish)
that if we hadn’t arranged to meet someone in Zacatecas
we would have changed our plans and stayed on in Yelapa for
longer. Yelapa itself is delightful … I was so happy
walking along the beach each afternoon on my way to class,
I only wish I were back there now…” Paul Frecker,
London, England |
“I
spent two weeks living at Casa de Hortencia this past December
and had a fantastic time. Hortencia’s family is hospitable
and extremely friendly. There are enough people to speak Spanish
with during dinner hour and in the evenings. At the same time
you can find quiet in the casita, … a romantic little
palapa, lit by candlelight, very private situated atop a hill,
behind the main house. It is a nice oasis from the tourists
and the chatter of village sounds…. It was a fun and
fulfilling experience all round. I would definitely go back…”
Allison Urowitz, Vancouver |
“[Instruction and instructional materials] were great!
I still use them. Nice supplemental stuff, too. I enjoyed
the peaceful setting for the classes. I loved it [the home
stay]. It gave me a nice chance to test my Spanish. I was
very pleased and had a wonderful stay.” Amy Friedman,
Denver, Colorado
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| "The
teacher was skilled, knowledgeable in teaching the language
and in the lore of the town. The fact that she knew many of
the locals made the experience social, recreational as well
as academic. The excursions were very interesting and worth
while. There were opportunities to practice Spanish with the
guides and other locals, as well as see many things and places
that would not be on a regular "tour". The experience
of living in Yelapa was interesting, challenging and most
enlightening. I came away with not only an improved knowledge
of Spanish but also an appreciation of how real Mexican people
live, work and have fun. I would gladly return to YESI and
to Yelapa" - Margarita Bruehler, Vancouver, B.C. |
| “Everything
was really nice, low key, friendly, a good learning environment.
… In one week, I learned enough to make simple conversation.
Thank you, you built my confidence that I actually could learn
Spanish.” Janice Stalcup, Oakland, CA |
“My
Hubby and I had a fun time in your class. A little difficult
to concentrate sometimes because of the lovely view and fun
company but we are sure lessons did stay with us in the end;
because we were so relaxed and having fun. We enjoyed the
pace and that you would change it according to our needs.
We will continue to practice and maybe take some more lessons.
Also we found Yelapa a fun place, very different from our
unusal holiday location. We will certainly return someday
hopefully soon”. Tim and Kathy-Jo Smith, Alaska
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"An
awesome experience for someone looking to either learn or
perfect Spanish. Jean is an exceptional teacher, understands
how adults learn and want from a second language experience.
very competitive prices, Yelapa is a beautiful setting with
wonderful people. I highly recommend this language institute
to anyone looking for a great learning experience tied in
with an awesome holiday"
Angie Augier, Teacher, St. Mary’s High School, Calgary,
Alberta |
"It
[listening to Manu Chao], of course,always makes me think of you
and our Spanish class in Yelapa. Since I've been travelling since
I last saw you, I haven't really been able to write and tell you
how much I (we!) enjoyed the time with you. ….I wanted to
let you know how much just that little bit of class time and formal
study helped me in Ecuador and the Galapagos. …. My time
in Yelapa was just very very incredible. I hope that you are happy
and well and that you'll continue with the internationally famed
YESI!" Joann Marshall, June 2005, Washington
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"Yelapa
is magical.Beach, butterflies, waterfalls, friendly people, warm
weather, great fresh food and lots of places, people and things
to explore. I was so taken with it all, I'm afraid I was'nt the
most dedicated of students.
The fact that after one short week Jean somehow managed to give
me a solid base on which to further (my previously non-existant)
Spanish studies and allow me to have simple conversations and to
shop amazes me and speaks to the
quality of her teaching. Not only is she a great teacher, she's
a wealth of local knowledge and a warm and friendly person. It was
an unforgetable week and I'm sure I'll be back." Gabrielle
Nolte, Gibsons, B.C. December 2004 |
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"Just wanted
to let you know that I LOVED the course … . You are not
only a great and very dedicated teacher of language, but a very
inspiring and entertaining person as well, nothing but wonderful
memories." Bill Gorishek. January 2005. Grand Junction, Colorado
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"We just got
our pictures back and are wowing friends with tales and photos
of our time in Yelapa. We can't thank you enough for all the work
you put into our education. We'll try to keep up the momentum
and make you proud. All the best from wet cold and dark Seattle."
Bill and Susie, December 2004, Seattle, Washington |
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