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English Courses in Vancouver for Adults
Learn English in Vancouver on Canada's west coast! Our school in Vancouver lies just minutes from the city's renowned shopping area, Robson Street. Being downtown gives our students the advantage of having the Skytrain, bus stops, local shops and Stanley Park all within walking distance and locals will tell you that the best way to get around the city is by foot, bike and even boat.
In the area where our school is located there are numerous restaurants, cafés, pubs, bars, banks, and shopping malls. What more could a student ask for? But, if the hustle and bustle of the city is too much for you after your classes, there are many tranquil spots where you can unwind too; Stanly Park is a nice escape that can easily be reached in under 15 minutes. There you'll find stunning scenery and great views across the city .
Language travel for adults from all over the world
A great influence from different cultures
Wide range of courses for your individual language level
Your contacts in Vancouver for the best tips
What makes a language study trip to Vancouver so special?
Discovering Vancouver is definitely a great adventure! The Hollywood of the North is known for its openness, a special quality of life and the combination of city and nature. Its multiculturalism makes the city the perfect destination for an English language study trip. Surrounded by sea, rivers and mountains, Vancouver is in a uniquely beautiful location where you can enjoy the advantages of both a world metropolis and nature. The open-minded Canadians look forward to welcoming international guests and will help you with any problem!
Course Details for your language trip in Vancouver
With a language course in Vancouver , you will learn English in a unique, authentic and international atmosphere. To make learning particularly effective, we help you find the right English course for your learning goals. To do this, you first take an English test in Vancouver. Classes are always held from Monday to Friday. We attach great importance to ensuring that learning in our English courses is relaxed and varied, because this is the only way you can actually achieve learning success.
Online from home or at the beginning of your language study trip
10 to 15 international course participants
Effective teaching by qualified teachers
Receive our Sprachcaffe certificate at the end of the course
Overview of all the Courses we offer:
Part-time Course
The basic course has a minimum duration of 2 weeks and consists of a maximum of 14 people. Basic English skills are built up in 10 lessons of 45 minutes each.
Standard Course
In the Standard Course you will learn English in 20 lessons of 45 minutes each and a maximum group size of 14 people. The minimum duration of the Standard Course is 1 week.
Intensive Course
The intensive course consists of 30 lessons of 45 minutes each and can be recognised as educational leave. The group size for the intensive course is a maximum of 14 people and the minimum duration is 1 week.
One-to-One Course
With individual lessons, you can choose the topics relevant to you in 10 or 20 lessons of 45 minutes together with your teacher. The minimum duration is 1 week. Optionally, another person can take part.
Intensive English course for academic purposes
The intensive English course for academic purposes consists of 30 lessons of 45 minutes each and can be recognised as educational leave. The group size for the intensive course is a maximum of 14 people and processing fee is +350.
Exam preparation
With our courses for English certificates you can ideally prepare for the TOEFL or IELTS. The course length is 20 to 30 lessons of 45 minutes each. The minimum duration of the course is 12 weeks and the group size is limited to a maximum of 15 students. Additional exam fees apply.
Testimonials
Ana discovered the school by accident. She took a class and loved the experience!
Silvana found the school, teachers and students to be most welcoming and had a great experience.
Wissarut came to learn English and found the classes so fun that he couldn't wait for each day to begin!
Our language school in Vancouver
The school is situated in the center of downtown Vancouver, with a bus stop just outside and a SkyTrain station a mere 5 minutes away. It is also only a short bus ride from Stanley Park, Vancouver's most famous viewpoint, and Robson street, the city's most popular destination for shopping and entertainment. Students can even see the beauty of the ocean and mountains from the classroom windows.
All of Vancouver's places of interest can be reached on foot or by public transport from our downtown location.
10 comfortable air-conditioned classrooms
Lounge, a lunch area with kitchen, Starbucks and Tim Hortons nearby
A computer room with free internet and school-wide wireless (WIFI) internet access
Study and resource materials available for students
Accommodation
At Sprachcaffe we know that having comfortable and relaxing accommodation plays a fundamental role in the language learning process and each student's ultimate enjoyment of their language course in Vancouver. For this reason we offer homestay accommodation and our very own residence. Students can enjoy home away from home comfort with our homestay families or get to know each other and practise English together in our residence!
More information about accommodation for language travel »
A local host family or a cozy residence?
Arrival: Sunday
Departure: Saturday
Experience the city anew and meet people from Vancouver.
Share a shelter and sleep in your own room.
- Single room
- Half or full board
- Max. 70 min by public transport
- Typical equipment of the country
- Single or double room
- Self-catering
- Max. 30 min by public transport
- Bathroom, small kitchen and TV
Activities in Vancouver
Vancouver, the beautiful city in British Columbia, is one of the largest metropolises on the west coast of Canada. Due to the breathtaking nature in Vancouver's hinterland and the charming city life, Vancouver is one of the cities with the highest quality of life. Vancouver is also famous for its delicious cuisine. Especially seafood like sushi or salmon is popular in Vancouver.
Stanley Park, Vancouver Aquarium, Granville Island Vancouver Lookout, Canada Place
Hiking tours, rafting, kayaking, shopping on Robson Street, nightlife, visiting museums, skiing and other winter sports.
North Shore Mountains, Capilano Bridge Park, Horseshoe Bay, Sea-to-Sky-Highway, Nationalparks
The leisure programme at a glance
Morning:
First language lessons
Afternoon:
Getting to know each other and orientation tour
Evening:
Welcome party
Morning:
Language course
Afternoon:
Trip to Vancouver Lookout
Evening:
Free time
Morning:
Language course
Afternoon:
Free time
Evening:
Games evening
Morning:
Language course
Afternoon:
Excursion to Stanley Park
Evening:
Free time
Morning:
Language course
Afternoon:
Free time
Evening:
Night Out in Vancouver
Trip to Seattle (full day)
Trip to North Shore Mountains (full day)
Please note that the activities listed above are only a recommendation for your language study trip in Calgary. On-site excursions, times and activities may vary and cost €10-50.
The most exciting sights in Vancouver
Lion Gate Bridge
The Lion Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge that connects North Vancouver to Vancouver. This bridge is also the city's landmark, as it has the longest span of any suspension bridge outside the USA. An absolute plus: from the bridge you have a fabulous view of the city!
Bay Beach
If you feel like hitting the beach after your classes, you should go to Bay Beach. This is one of the busiest stretches of beach in Vancouver. You can swim, soak up the sun, play volleyball, paddleboard and kayak.
Granville Island
This Vancouver island is a shopping and cultural district. You can easily reach Granville Island by mini-ferry. The biggest attraction is the Public Market, where there are many stalls with delicious food. There are also theatres and art galleries. Definitely worth a visit!
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Festivals and Events in Vancouver
PuSH International Performing Arts Festival: (January - February) For 20 days, audiences are treated to a colourful mix of theatre, dance and music by international and national artists in and around Vancouver. The PuSH Festival consists of a total of 150 different performances.
Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair: (May) Western Canada has a long tradition of rodeo. The world's best cowboys and cowgirls show their impressive skills on their horses at the rodeo event. The Country Fair offers entertainment especially for families with go-karts, a petting zoo, country music and much more.
International Jazz Festival: (June - July) Jazz lovers will get their money's worth at this festival: With the motto "For the Love of Jazz", this festival offers high-quality concerts and promotes creative, improvised music. Outside the festival season, concerts are also held regularly at Frankie's Jazz Club.
Food Cart Festival:(August) Want to try some typical Vancouver food? The Food Cart Festival is a weekend-long opportunity to experience the culinary culture of Vancouver and beyond. The festival offers all-you-can-eat menus, cocktail and beer gardens, live music, long table dinners and much more. The highlight is the Street Food Showdown in Olympic Village, but there is an entrance fee.
Eastside Culture Crawl: (November) 25,000 visitors are attracted to the Cultural Crawl event each year to see design and craft work by over 480 artists. The festival aims to promote artists and raise public awareness of art through workshops and seminars alongside the exhibitions. The festival is free of charge.
" The events are just a small selection - there's always something going on in Vancouver. Check with our local team to find out what you can experience at the time of your trip!
Prices and services for your language travel Vancouver
Services Included
With Sprachcaffe, everything you need for a successful language trip is included in the price. Accommodation, language course, placement test, language certificate and of course an unforgettable experience.
Course Materials
Textbooks and other course materials can be bought or borrowed from the school for a small fee.
Do you have a question or need some advice?
We are always ready to solve any doubts you might have!