Tuesday, December 22, 2009

The Brazilian Experience

A language school in Brazil is the ultimate destination for anyone who wants to learn and master Portuguese or for that matter any Brazilian language.

ESL offers courses in Rio de Janerio or Salvador Da Bahia or to simply learn and study abroad in the teacher's home,HLI.

Brazil, the fifth largest country and the only Portuguese-speaking country in South America is a huge cultural melting pot surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean.

The land of Samba and carnivals, Brazil offers a rich cultural diversity. To learn Portuguese in Brazil is to learn a language containing cultural exuberance.

With its mixed origins, Portuguese is the official language of Brazil. It is used in all the mass media and also throughout popular culture.

In Salvador da Bahia, the students can enjoy the African rituals of the Candomblé religion mingled with the tranquil silence of its luminous afternoons and learn their language lessons along with it. The students can also witness Indian culture intermingled with African vibes in a unique way.

The music, rituals, the mild climate and all the adaptations of the different cultures provides the students with an ideal multi-cultural setting to learn Portuguese in Brazil.

The courses are taught by a panel of native teachers. Learn Portuguese in one of the language school in Brazil provided by ESL and you will discover that the language teachers are totally dedicated. Different courses are charted out for different age groups and the students are given training in both the spoken and the written aspects of the language. The school has air-conditioning and high-tech facilities like free Internet access and an audio-visual centre. There are also sports facilities to help students break the monotony of the courses.

The mentors and language teachers in any language school in Brazil proposed by ESL places emphasis on the language to be shaped for one-to-one communication. The structural and the grammatical portions are dealt with thoroughly and through practical classes. The students who want to learn the Portuguese language have access to audio-video and library facilities which facilitate them to practice their language skills.

ESL offers attractive facilities along with the language courses to those who belong to different backgrounds. Those who want to learn Portuguese in Brazil have a wide variety of choices like different locations and schools to choose from. The students who are hungry for more can as well explore the place and travel down the annals of history to discover the origins of the traditions and the language they will be taught in any language school in Brazil.


My Experience with ESL Languages

I have been hearing a lot about ESL languages. My friends used to tell me that ESL is a launchpad for a bright and prosperous career in foreign languages. Many of my friends have gone abroad through ESL and have learnt a number of European languages. I had a wish to learn German in Germany and one of my friends who had gone with ESL told me about it and I made a decision to go with ESL. My desire was to attend any of the language schools in Germany.

These language schools in Germany are excellent learning centres and I knew they would help me a lot in moulding my career in foreign languages. My parents also supported me and one fine morning I left New Delhi to go to Frankfurt. This was my first foreign trip and I was very excited about it.

Thanks to its famous skyline outlined by the high-rise skyscrapers that line the banks of the River Main, Frankfurt is popularly known as Mainhattan.

I still remember the moment when I went up to the panoramic terrace of the Maintower, on the 56th floor, and had a spectacular view of the city. I was thrilled by the hospitality of the German people. In fact you never get to know about the hearty welcome the Germans extend to their guests until you are physically there on their soil. I also cherished the moments I spent in those numerous student parties. Narrow lanes, wooden houses and café terraces plus lovely people all make life in Frankfurt quite peaceful.

The school where I studied German language is located in the heart of Sachsenhausen, one of the finest districts of Frankfurt. The DID school building has 7 large, spacious classrooms. I had a good time in the multimedia room where I used to browse the Internet whenever I was free and remained in touch with my parents and friends in India. I had a personal laptop and a WiFi facility was available for me.

Once classes were over, I used to meet up with my new German friends over a hot coffee in the cafeteria. I used to relax on the banks of the Main, its palm-lined beaches and the beach volleyball courts. I used to live with a German family during my stay in Frankfurt. The family was very courteous and there were altogether four members in the small family. I was sharing a room with my Indian friend. We used to interact with them in the German language. Though our German was bad, we learnt the language so fast that we couldn’t believe ourselves. It was due to our interaction with the family. They made the task quite easy which was otherwise very tough indeed.

They also helped us discover the true German culture, way of living and above all the true spirit of a great nation. We learned a lot about their culture, etiquettes, manners and such other small yet very important elements of a great civilization. One thing that struck me much was the Gothic structure of buildings. Frankfurt, as the birthplace of Goethe, represents the evolution of a great architectural style through ages and to realize that you have to visit the cities in Frankfurt.

We also visited Würzburg and its Residence, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Heidelberg. I was awestruck to see the relics of the glorious romantic castle. No doubt Frankfurt is a magnificent city, full of energy and enthusiasm. The people were so energetic that you never feel bored.

I stayed in Franffurt just for three months but during this short span of time. I realized that learning German in Germany itself has lot of advantages and today I can claim that I feel at home with the German language. Thank you ESL.

Learn the Russian language in Russia

Learn one of the most attractive languages of the world in the Russian Federation. Learn Russian in Russia as it is a multi-ethnic and indegenious place which is home to a large population. Russia is a land of contrast, since the ancient runs along parallely with the ultra-modern.This country has some 160 ethnic groups who speak some 100 different languages. But, the majority of Russia speaks Russian as it is also the official state language.


The Russian teachers do not distinguish between any two humans and cultures and so the native teachers who teach Russian in any language school in Moscow or for that matter in St.Petersburg imbibe a sense of unity in diversity among the students .The students who want to learn Russian in Russia will be happy to discover the care with which the teachers teach Russian to them or any outsiders. They teach in a precise and mistake-free manner so that a particular student can communicate fluently in Russian. Those who learn Russian in the language schools provided by ESL can excel in the language as they can understand the Russian language very well along with their customs and traditions.


Be it in the taverns of Saint Petersburg or in Moscow’s ancient buildings, the Russian spirit is evident in all these places. One can also learn Russian in Russia or more specifically in one of the largest cities in Russia, Moscow. ESL offers Russian language courses in Liden and Denz in Moscow, a city which never sleeps. This school and others supported by ESL are located quite near the Belorusskaya train station which is connected both to Berlin and Warsaw.


The language school in Moscow is well-equipped with large spacious classrooms and technical back-up. It also has a multimedia lab and a bookshop which contains various books on languages. Added to this is free Internet access which helps the students to increase their knowledge base. There are different tailor-made programs for different groups. The language school in Moscow also gives concise language programmes for different individuals. The teachers are experienced in all aspects of language teaching and teach the same in a friendly atmosphere.


Russian is still one of the most prominent languages in the countries that were once part of the USSR. Russian is the common bond that links these countries. Even after the collapse of the USSR, the importance of the Russian language has not become less significant. Through the knowledge of Russian language, students get access to a newer world. They know about new culture and history. The courses offered by ESL Languages play a key role in this respect.


Learn Portuguese with a difference

Portugal, a country which offers a visual treat of sun and sea along with its rich history and traditions has a population of 3, 000, 000. Portugal is synonymous with peace and tranquility as this countryis charming in its own quaint way. But the bustling cities too have a life of their own. Between the madding crowd and the laid-back side of Portugal, learning the Portuguese language and searching the roots of its traditions are experiences to be savoured for a lifetime.


Portuguese is the official language of Portugal, Angola, and Brazil. It is a language that was used in the administrative documents of the 9th century and is interspersed with many Latin phrases. Among the European languages, it is also one of the fastest growing languages. UNESCO states that it has the highest potential for growth as an international language. It is a pluricentric language with two main groups of dialects.


With such recognition and beauty, the Portuguese language attracts many a learner to master its nuances and learn the language. There are a number of language schools which teach Portuguese but an ESL language School in Portugal is the best way to learn the language.


ESL offers such language courses through a number of language schools in Portugal. These schools cater to students from all backgrounds and make them learn the Portuguese language in an easy and affable manner. The mentors in the language schools offered by ESL have a thorough understanding of the Portuguese language and of the Portuguese culture and as such they can effortlessly transpire the same knowledge to the students.


With spacious classrooms and buildings spread over a large area, any of the language schools in Portugal are modern and is well equipped with free internet, audiovisual materials and multimedia room and a language lab. There are large terraces and gardens for the students to relax during the breaks and cafeterias to provide them with beverages and snacks.


Once the students enroll for these language courses offered by ESL in any one of the language schools, they attain a flair for the Portuguese language.


The language school in Portugal offered by ESL is strategically located in places, which are connected through proper transport lines. This helps the students and those people enrolled for the course to easily access the language school. Therefore, they offer a fully equipped and updated package.


Have fun learning German

Switzerland is a veritable paradise on Earth thanks to its breathtaking beauty, snow-capped mountains and ever-flowing rivers. Have you ever imagined learning the German language in Switzerland? If you were looking for an opportunity to learn the German language in any of the Swiss schools, you are at the right place. ESL will take you to your destination. A journey to Zurich will be full of fun and excitement. You will be taught by experts who know how to teach a foreign language in a short span of time.

ESL has linked up with a German school in Switzerland and no doubt you will be able to learn this foreign language with ease. You will have the option of learning the language in a German school in Switzerland with a large number of foreign students for whom German is not their mother tongue. Your stay in Switzerland will be a memorable affair.

The academic structure followed by these schools in Switzerland is quite flexible and you may go for any course that is suited to your age and the time you have at your disposal. Classes are taken in small groups that infuse a sense of dynamism and seriousness. A modern methodological and didactic approach to create a sense of motivation is followed. These schools combine learning with sports in a most healthy manner and you will get to play a lot of indoor as well as outdoor sports during your stay there. The teachers are very cooperative and there is hardly any question about their expertise. You may live with a family on a sharing basis. While learning a foreign language you may interact with the family members in their language and in the process, you will automatically learn the language by heart.

These schools are situated in prime locations and there is extremely good connectivity. During your stay in Zurich, you will get a chance to go skiing and ice-skating in winter, swimming or sailing in summer. These extracurricular activities are arranged by the school itself and you won’t have to worry at all. Museum tours are also carried out and a stroll through the historic part of town will help you discover the true face of the beautiful city.

Hiking, rafting, snowboarding or mountain bike riding are some other sporting activities that you can try in leisure time or say in weekends. Basel, Bern or Lucerne, are just an hour journey from Zurich and it won’t be a bad idea to go there during weekends. If you are really interested in attending a foreign language course with ESL, you are making the right move to build up a solid career. Learning a foreign language with perfection will definitely give you an edge over your competitors and you will shine in your professional life.

You may also go to Germany and learn German in Berlin. ESL has linked up with a number of foreign language schools in Berlin and other cities of Germany and your quest for learning a foreign language will be fulfilled with ease. And you will scale new heights in your career.

Experience the Glory of German

Do you want to have an edge over your peers in your career? Do you want to travel abroad to learn German in Germany itself? Do you want to attend a language school in Germany? If you want to learn one of the richest languages in Europe, come to ESL Languages. All your worries will be over as ESL will guide you towards your destination in a most hassle-free manner .

ESL has linked up with a large number of language schools in Germany, and also with German school in Switzerland. These schools have a quite flexible course structure. Taught by some very experienced teachers, you may go for any course that suits your time and age.

You have the option of living with a German or Swiss family during your stay there and can improve your language skills. Your interaction with the host family will go a long way to improving your language skill. You will learn the language rather quickly and no doubt your learning process will be near perfect.

Learning such a rich European language will definitely give you an edge over your competitors. Germany is one of the most developed countries in Europe and it has a glorious civilization. If you want to learn how the great nation has scaled such heights, you have to learn its language. Learning German language in its soil of origin will definitely help you master the language in a most effective manner.

If you have decided to go to Germany to learn German, you will learn the language in some of its most fascinating cities. During the last decade or so, the united Germany has made great strides in economic development. High-rise buildings have come up in cities like Berlin, Cologne, Frankfurt, etc. These cities have scripted a spectacular growth story of the German nation.

Located on the edge of the Rhine, Cologne boasts of its splendid churches and it shines with its majestic buildings. You will also get to visit Frankfurt that is also called “Mainhattan”, thanks to its famous skyline outlined by skyscrapers.

ESL provides you with an excellent chance to learn such a historically rich and resourceful language in an exciting atmosphere. You will get to play lot of sports and you can also roam around the city as well as the country.

Your learning process will be full of fun and excitement and you will be able to interact with some great people. People are quite affable and fun-loving. At no point of time will you miss the company of your friends and parents. In fact, you will never know when time flies while spending some quality time in this country of great cities.