Learn Spanish & Rock Climb in Panama's Climbing Mecca!

Cesar Melendez Rock Climbing in Boquete, Panama

Rock Climbing + Spanish Lessons...

Plenty of rock climbing routes for every day of the week!

  • About Boquete: get to know the town with Panama's most exciting rock climbing spots...
  • Spanish Course: have group Spanish classes, 1 to 1 private Spanish lessons, a combination of both or...
  • Rock Climbing Sites: you can have access to routes from 5.3 to 5.13a (for beginners to elite climbers) at El Gunko, Mana, Paradiso and Legacy Sectors in Boquete. There are also multi-pitch routes, a hiking + rappelling circuit and a water solo bouldering tour.
  • Rock Climbing Courses: if you want to get certified.
  • Accommodation: live with a local host family to keep practicing your Spanish after class or stay at a budget hostel, mid-range hotel, B&B, cabin or luxury resort.
  • Rates: cost for classes, climbing, lodging and extras.
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🚨 In 2020 we declared a CLIMATE AND ECOLOGICAL EMERGENCY because 🌎 🌍 🌏 It's CODE RED FOR HUMANITY!!! ❌ ❌ ❌

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🌀 In 2022 Habla Ya transitions to 100% Online Spanish Lessons so it's your last chance to learn Spanish in Panama with us: get 25% - 50% OFF when you book by Monday August 1, Afrikan Emancipation Day:

25% OFF ONSITE GROUP CLASSES and PRIVATE LESSONS...
40% - 50% OFF ONLINE LESSONS...

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🦠 Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic we're currently only offering ✅ Online Spanish Lessons and ✅ Spanish classes in a TRAVELING CLASSROOM instead of at the school, delivering a teacher directly to you in a COVID safe way wherever you are, be it your hotel, home, park, on tour, at the beach or in any other place where social distancing is comfortably and safely possible. CONTACT US TODAY!

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🚨 On October 7th 2020 we declared a CLIMATE AND ECOLOGICAL EMERGENCY because we're facing an 😱 existential threat as Planet Earth is on track for a 🌡4°C increase in average global temperatures by the end of this century, which means 💀 BILLIONS OF HUMANS DYING along the way if we don't CHANGE COURSE NOW!

🌱 LEARN WHY HERE...

🤔 So instead of 🛫 flying to learn Spanish 🛬 — it's not really essential travel, specially in the midst of the ongoing 😷 COVID-19 PANDEMIC — pumping even more C02 into the atmosphere that will end up crashing our common home, impacting countries in the tropics first, 🎧 LEARN SPANISH ONLINE 💻 from the comfort, convenience and safety of your office or home!

📍 If you do find yourself in the vicinity of any of our locations — 🌄 Boquete, ⛱ Bocas del Toro and 🌇 Panama City — we'd love to have your as our student. CONTACT US AND MAKE IT HAPPEN...
Travel to us in eco-friendly ways and get automatic access to a 👯 50% DISCOUNT!!!

🚦 Now... do you want to do something about the Climate and Ecological Crisis?
GO HERE FOR INSPIRATION...

🙏 And finally one last plea to help us ensure a just transition for our staff and Spanish teachers: please don't fly to learn Spanish because you can do it online without destroying our future as there's no Planet B regardless of what Elon Musk wants you to believe; besides dreaming of Mars, he also wants you to buy electrical cars as if that's the solution to this Planetary Crisis... spoiler alert: it's not!

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Our Spanish + Rock Climbing Program is ONLY offered at our Spanish School in Boquete, Panama.
The History of Rock Climbing in Boquete, Panama

About Boquete, Panama

Boquete: Learn Spanish in Panama's Eco-Adventure Capital
Boquete is hikers' paradise and the perfect place to learn Spanish in Central America

Boquete is a charming mountain town with a wonderful sense of community. Known as Panama's Eco-Adventure Capital, Boquete is famous for its coffee and fresh mountain climate with pleasant year round temperatures. Its immense variety of outdoor adventures make Boquete a superb place to study Spanish surrounded by nature.

The valley of Boquete is located in the western highlands of Panama at 1,200 meters above the sea level in the lush province of Chiriqui near the Costa Rican border. Boquete is easily accessed from David (DAV), Panama's second largest city (only 38 km away from Boquete), which can be reached by 35 minute flights from Panama City, 1 hour flights from San José, Costa Rica or a 3 hour drive plus a 30 minute boat ride from Bocas del Toro.

DISCOVER BOQUETE: THE PERFECT MOUNTAIN TOWN TO LEARN SPANISH...
Getting to Boquete is quite straightforward. Whether you'll be spending your entire Panama Spanish learning vacation in Boquete or only part of it, please get in touch with us and we'll help you plan the most efficient travel logistics so that you make the most out of your trip to Central America.
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Spanish Classes

Learn the Spanish language and challenge yourself with Boquete's rock climbing routes.

Cesar Melendez at The Ultimate 5.12b, one of the 7 most powerful and technical climbs in Panama (Boquete - Mana sector) Photo: Christian Schrieffer
Daily Schedule for Spanish & Rock Climbing

Spanish lessons at Habla Ya Boquete take place either in the mornings or in the afternoon, leaving you free the other half of the day to rock climb. Group lessons for Spanish in Boquete are usually scheduled in the afternoons starting at 1:00 p.m. and ending at 5:00 p.m. so you can rock climb all morning long. Private lessons normally take place in the mornings starting at 8:00 a.m. and ending at 12:00 p.m., leaving you the afternoons for rock climbing. During the dry season you'll be able to rock climb at any time during the day. During the rainy season, it's better to rock climb in the mornings (click here for more info about Boquete's weather). There aren't any Spanish classes during the weekend, so you can knock yourself out and rock climb all weekend long.

Different Spanish courses for different learning needs...

Not everyone wants the same type of Spanish class in their language learning holiday... choose a Spanish course that best meets your needs!

At our Spanish Language School we offer students a wide variety of options when it comes to Spanish classes
Spanish Lessons at Habla Ya Spanish School are dynamic and entertaining, and will keep you on your toes every minute

The cost for Spanish lessons goes from $175 - $575 USD per week. It all depends on the type of Spanish classes you decide to have (group lessons or private lessons) and on the amount of hours of classes you have each week (10 to 30 hours). The total cost of your Spanish Language Holiday also depends on which type of accommodation you decide to have.

If you would like to learn more about each type of the Spanish classes offered at our Spanish Language Schools you can visit our Spanish courses section. And to easily find out and compare the cost for Spanish classes on their own you can do so by visiting our Courses' Rates section.

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If in doubt about which Spanish course is the best for you, feel free to Contact Us and we will be thrilled to assist you in selecting the most appropriate Spanish course for your Spanish learning vacation.
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Rock Climbing Routes & Tours

Daily Rock Climbing Tour in Boquete, Panama | $45 pp
In Boquete, Panama you'll find rock climbing routes for climbers of all different levels from beginners to elite

Today more than 35 different routes have been set up for bouldering and rock climbing at "El Gunko", "Maná", "Paradiso" and "Legacy" in Boquete. Under the motto of "redefining what's impossible", Rock Climbing started out in the district of Boquete, Panama with 5.3. and 5.5 routes that could easily be climbed by amateurs. After building up their skills and gaining more experience they've continued to push the level and now routes from 5.9 all the way up to 5.13a have been established (difficulty measured according to the Yosemite Decimal System). The highest wall is 30 meters tall and there is a very challenging route with a 4 meter roof.

El Gunko is for basic to intermediate climbers and has a total of 15 routes (5.6 - 5.11a). Mana is for advanced climbers and has 7 routes (5.11a - 5.12d). And Legacy with 6 routes is for elite climbers (5.10a - 5.13a). Paradiso only has 1 route (5.13a). The following photos illustrate these sectors and the rock climbing routes currently available in Boquete, Panama.

Gunko (Sector A)
Rock Climbing Routes at El Gunko, Sector A, in Boquete, Panama

Gunko (Sector B)
Rock Climbing Routes at El Gunko, Sector B, in Boquete, Panama

Maná Sector
Rock Climbing Routes at Mana Sector in Boquete, Panama

Paradiso Sector
Rock Climbing Routes at Paradiso Sector in Boquete, Panama

Legacy Sector
Rock Climbing Routes at Legacy Sector in Boquete, Panama

Rock Climbing Tours by Vertical Adventures in Boquete, Panama

Each rock climbing tour includes a short warm-up and detailed safety briefing. Rock climbers with previous experience will be given 3 hours to climb any amount of routes of their own choice. Those new to rock climbing will be suggested different routes taking into account physical characteristics and age.

First timers will be explained everything they need to know, but if you're looking for a more extensive knowledge of this extreme sport, rock climbing courses are offered and you'll be shown rock climbing techniques and rappelling in rock and in bridges, and you'll receive a complete explanation of the equipment and gear used in rock climbing and rappelling.

Rates
  Habla Ya Student Price Non Student Price
Rock Climbing Tour $45
3 Package Rock Climbing Tour $105 $125
5 Package Rock Climbing Tour $155 $195

* Prices are in US Dollars. The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.

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Hiking + Rappelling Circuit | $60 - $65 pp

Boquete is famous for its hiking trails and in this tour you'll get the opportunity to hike for about 2.5 - 3 hours through Boquete's cloud forest, pass by several coffee, agricultural and cattle farms, and finally reach the Piedra de Lino Rock, from where you'll enjoy a majestic view of the valley of Boquete and descend by rappel about 60 meters of volcanic rock. This excursion ends with a short hike, again through Boquete's cloud forest.

Hiking and Rappelling Circuit in Boquete, Panama

This tour takes about 4 hours in total, and includes everything you need: climbing harness, slings, ropes, helmet, rappelling devices, professional guide and roundtrip transportation to site.

Rates
  Habla Ya Student Price Non Student Price
Hiking + Rappelling Tour $60 $65

* Prices are in US Dollars. The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.

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Multi-Pitch Rock Climbing Tour | $60 - $65 pp

Experience the ultimate sense of freedom by hiking, rappelling and climbing at 1690 meters above sea level. You'll start with a 30 - 45 minute hike (level 3) through a coffee farm until you reach the top of a beautiful natural rock formation known as Piedra de Lino from where you'll admire incredible views of the Pacific Ocean. Then you'll rappel down the cliff and climb any of our beautiful multi-pitch routes. This tour has intermediate (5.11a) and advanced climbing routes (5.12a) only. The 2 routes' heights vary between 30m and 50m, and each route has 2 pitches, which can be climbed by lead or top rope.

Rock Climbing the Lino Rock in Boquete, Panama

This tour lasts about 4 hours in total and includes roundtrip transportation to site, professional guide, climbing harness, climbing shoes, quickdraws, rappelling devices, ropes, belay devices and chalk.

Rates
  Habla Ya Student Price Non Student Price
Multi-Pitch Rock Climbing Tour $60 $65

* Prices are in US Dollars. The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.

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Water Solo Bouldering | $60 - $65 pp

Los Cangilones de Gualaca is a stunning natural rock formation carved by the currents of the Estí River. Centuries and centuries of flowing water have created the most incredible playground for bouldering and water solo enthusiasts.

Water Solo Bouldering at Los Cangilones de Gualaca in Chiriqui, Panama

In this tour you'll be climbing rocky formations 4 - 5 meters high over deep water protection. The Cangilones are located about a 45 minute drive from Boquete. This tour includes transportation to the site, your professional rock climbing guide, climbing shoes and chalk.

Rates
  Habla Ya Student Price Non Student Price
Water Solo Bouldering Tour $60 $65

* Prices are in US Dollars. The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.

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All the areas for climbing are located within lands owned by the local Municipality and protected by government authorities such as ATP (Autoridad de Turismo en Panama) and ANAM (Autoridad Nacional del Medio Ambiente). If you already know to climb and have your own climbing gear, a 3 day access pass and more information about these rock climbing sites can be granted for $35. You are welcome to contact us to get your pass.
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Rock Climbing Courses

Basic Course (Level 1) – Safe Belay & Climbing Techniques, $195 pp
Saftey meassures and well maintained gear is used for rock climbing in Boquete

3 day course (3 hours per day), or 1 full day from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Day 1

  • Theory: Introduction to Rock Climbing. Disciplines of rock climbing. Philosophy. Basic climbing gear. International commands. Important knots. Safety practices. Different grades in climbing. Basic techniques, body positioning and movements in climbing. Different types of rocks. Ropes and their uses. Assisted rappelling techniques.
  • Practice: "La Frontera", a 5.6 route (10 meters). "End of Rainbow", a 5.7 route (15 meters). "King's Throne", a 5.8 route (15 meters). "La Mermelada", a 5.9 route (18 meters). All routes will be climbed by top rope and assisted rappelling.

Day 2

  • Theory: safe belay lessons with different devices (Petzl GRIGRI and ATC)
  • Practice: climb and belay of the route "La Frontera", 5.6, in top rope with GRIGRI (10 meters). climb and belay of the route "La Frontera", 5.6, in top rope with ATC (10 meters). Climb and belay of the route "El Camino negro", 5.9, with instructor on lead with GRIGRI (20 meters). Climb and belay of the route "El Camino negro", 5.9, with instructor on lead with ATC (20 meters).

Day 3

  • Theory: use of bolted anchors.
  • Practice: climb and belay of the route "King's Throne", 5.8 - 15 meters, and basic operation with anchors (assisted). Climb of route "La Mermelada", 5.9 - 18 meters, and basic operation with anchors (assisted). Special knots in climbing and mountaineering. How to do a Butterfly coiling and how to use a rope as a backpack. Climb of "The Matrix", 5.10a - 20 meters, in top rope, operation with anchors, clean the route and assisted rappelling.
Rates
  Price
Basic Rock Climbing Course - Level 1, Safe Belay & Climbing Techniques $195

* Prices are in US Dollars. The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.

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Intermediate Course (Level 2) – Lead Climbing, $185 pp

3 day course (3 hours per day), or 1 full day from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Vertical Adventures founded in Boquete is Panama's first rock climbing company

Day 1

  • Theory: Introduction to "Lead Climbing" - Ascending to the top of a route placing security. Preparation of gear for lead climbing, commands, safety practices, how to belay with ATC and Grigri when a climber leads a route. How to use draws in sport climbing. Techniques to place security in Trad climbing with anchor systems like Cams, Stoppers, etc.
  • Practice: Belay of the route "La frontera", 5.6 (12 meters), on lead and how to rappel down a climber.  Climb the route "La frontera", 5.6 (12 meters), on lead, operation with anchors and assisted rappelling.

Day 2

  • Theory: non-assisted rappelling techniques with "figure eight" device and ATC.
  • Practice: Climb and belay of the route "King's throne", 5.8 (15 meters) on lead, operation with anchors and perform a non-assisted rappelling with figure eight device. Climb and belay of the route  "Evolution", 5.10 (20 meters), on "lead", operation with anchors and perform a non-assisted rappelling with ATC device.

Day 3

  • Practice: Climb and belay of route "El Camino Negro", 5.9 (20 meters), on lead, operation with anchors and non-assisted rappelling with preferred device. Climb and belay of route "Majestic in Mana Sector", 5.10 (25 meters), on lead, operation with anchors and non-assisted rappelling with preferred device. Climb and belay of the classic route  "El Camino de los locos", 5.10b/c (15 meters), on lead, operation with anchors and non-assisted rappelling with preferred device.
Rates
  Price
Intermediate Rock Climbing Course - Level 2, Lead Climbing $185

* Prices are in US Dollars. The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.

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Advanced Course (Level 3) – Multiple Pitch Climbing, $175 pp

2 day course (4 hours per day), or 1 full day from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

One of the more challenging routes at the rock climbing wall in Boquete, Panama

Day 1

  • Theory: introduction to "Multiple Pitch Climbing" - preparation of gear, safety practices, how to belay (ATC & Grigri) when doing multiple pitch climbing routes, use of slings.
  • Practice: 30 - 45 minute hike (level 3) to the top of the Lino cliff located at 1690 meters above sea level. Rappelling down the cliff to the base and explanation about how to belay on multiple pitch. Climb of the route "Cosmic Love", 5.11a, first pitch (30 meters), operation with anchors and belay of second climber. Climb of the route "Cosmic Love", 5.11a, second pitch (30 meters), operation with anchors and belay of second climber. Rappelling down to the base of the route and hiking out of the mountain.

Day 2

  • Practice: 30 - 45 minute hike (level 3) to the top of the Lino cliff located at 1690 meters above sea level and rappel down the cliff. Climb the route "Lady Galaxy", 5.12a, first pitch (30 meters), operation with anchors and belay of second climber. Climb the route "Lady Galaxy", 5.12a, second pitch (30 meters), operation with anchors and belay of second climber. Climb the entire 60 meter route "Cosmic Love" 5.11a or "Lady Galaxy" 5.12a (on lead or following).
Rates
  Price
Advanced Rock Climbing Course - Level 3, Multiple Pitch Climbing $175

* Prices are in US Dollars. The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.

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At all times you'll be assisted by a professional guide, ensuring your safety with appropriate advice and he will also act as a "belayer" for you at all times, guaranteeing that you do not fall down even if you completely lose grip of the wall. Helmets are worn at all times to ensure complete safety. At the end of each ascent, climbers will be able to rappel their way down or can descend with the help of a certified guide.
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Accommodation Options

Home Stays with Local Host Families
Live with a local host family during your Spanish course

If you would like to get fully immersed in the Spanish language, experience our culture, and get as much exposure as possible to the Latin American way of life, then a home stay with a local host family is the way to go. Living with a native Spanish speaking family and having daily intensive Spanish lessons makes the most effective Spanish immersion.

You'll get a unique perspective about how we live our lives in Latin America, what really matters to us and more importantly you'll be forced to practice your Spanish 24 x 7, which will dramatically increase how fast you learn to speak Spanish.

We currently collaborate with more than 70 host families in Boquete, Panama that make our Spanish Immersion Program a reality. In order to ensure that we select the most appropriate host family for you, please submit your Home Stay Interview with as much as anticipation as possible. In this way we will know your specific needs and choose a host family according to your personality. As host families are assigned on a first come first serve basis, the sooner you fill out the interview, the more host families we will have to choose from for you.

Budget Hostels
Pension Topas is a great option for travelers on a budget in Boquete, Panama

If you're on a budget and would like to easily be able to socialize with fellow travelers after having Spanish lessons and rock climbing, then a budget hostel is for you.

At Habla Ya Spanish Schools we work with several top value budget hostels that offer you either private rooms or a bed in a dorm, where you'll certainly enjoy your stay.

In Boquete, Panama we recommend:

The three of them are located in town really close to our Spanish Schools, within a 10 minute walk. If you're looking for peace and quiet, then you can't go wrong with Hostal Garden or Hostal Gaia.

In Boquete, Panama there are numerous mid range hotels where medical Spanish students can stay at
Mid-Range B&Bs, Cabins & Vacation Rentals

There are several places that we recommend for our Spanish students who are looking for a bit more privacy and independence during their Spanish and Rock Climbing program:

The above are tremendously convenient, fully furnished, very reasonably priced for short to mid term stays (4 - 12 weeks) and the students at our Spanish schools simply love them. Each of the above have their own unique features that make them suitable for guests with different needs and desires. Click on the above links for more details about each option.

There are also other types of properties available for rent in Boquete. If you're considering studying Spanish for four weeks or more, you might benefit from having your own vacation rental. Within our website we provide links to several sites that list vacation rentals in Panama, and we also provide links to different real estate agents in Boquete (as we are not real estate agents ourselves). For more information about vacation rentals please click here...

Upscale Hotels, Luxury Resorts & Vacation Villas
Heated Pool at Valle Escondido Boquete

In Boquete, the Valle Escondido Resort, Golf & Spa is the perfect place if you would like to have access to certain amenities during your medical Spanish program. With a full service spa, a 9 hole executive golf course, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis and racquetball courts, and first class restaurants, Valle Escondido will certainly keep you entertained after your daily Spanish classes, eco-adventure tours and/or volunteer projects. Valle Escondido is situated at the edge of town, about a 15 minute walk from our Spanish School, in a hidden valley, on the banks of a rushing river, with enough natural beauty and peace to make you not want to leave.

For Spanish students staying in Boquete for up to 3 weeks of Spanish and Rock Climbing, we recommend staying at a suite or bungalow at the Valle Escondido Resort.

For longer stays or even more independence, a rental of Valle Escondido's vacation villas or condos can also be arranged.

Whether you're staying at the Valle Escondido Resort or at one of vacation villas or condos, you'll be able to enjoy:

Clinical Treatment at the Haven Spa
  • 9 Hole Golf Course
  • Outdoor Tennis Court and Indoor Racquetball Court
  • Country Club, complete with
    • Spa and Age Management Program
    • State-of-the-art Life Fitness Equipped Gym
    • Indoor Swimming Pool
    • Sauna, Steam Baths and Jacuzzis
  • Deluxe Rooms at Valle Escondido Resort
  • 1 Outdoor Pools
  • A Spanish Colonial Village with
    • 1 Fantastic Restaurants
    • Bar
    • Chapel
    • 500 seat amphitheater
  • Meeting Space for Groups of 75 - 400 people

Besides staying at Valle Escondido you can also consider The Haven Spa & Hotel.

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Wherever you decide to stay at, we will take care of you and make sure that you feel at home. Please contact us and we will help you choose the most appropriate lodging option for your Rock Climbing & Spanish Program.
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>🚨 In 2020 we declared a CLIMATE AND ECOLOGICAL EMERGENCY because 🌎 🌍 🌏 It's CODE RED FOR HUMANITY!!! ❌ ❌ ❌

We need a Safe Landing, or even better: to Stay Grounded!

🌀 In 2022 Habla Ya transitions to 100% Online Spanish Lessons so it's your last chance to learn Spanish in Panama with us: get 25% - 50% OFF when you book by Monday August 1, Afrikan Emancipation Day:

25% OFF ONSITE GROUP CLASSES and PRIVATE LESSONS...
40% - 50% OFF ONLINE LESSONS...

👉 CLAIM DISCOUNT HERE!

🦠 Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic we're currently only offering ✅ Online Spanish Lessons and ✅ Spanish classes in a TRAVELING CLASSROOM instead of at the school, delivering a teacher directly to you in a COVID safe way wherever you are, be it your hotel, home, park, on tour, at the beach or in any other place where social distancing is comfortably and safely possible. CONTACT US TODAY!

🌎 FOR THE LOVE OF OUR BLUE PLANET AND ALL LIVING THINGS:
🙏 PLEASE 🛑 DON'T ✈ FLY TO LEARN SPANISH...

💻 LEARN SPANISH ONLINE!


🚨 On October 7th 2020 we declared a CLIMATE AND ECOLOGICAL EMERGENCY because we're facing an 😱 existential threat as Planet Earth is on track for a 🌡4°C increase in average global temperatures by the end of this century, which means 💀 BILLIONS OF HUMANS DYING along the way if we don't CHANGE COURSE NOW!

🌱 LEARN WHY HERE...

🤔 So instead of 🛫 flying to learn Spanish 🛬 — it's not really essential travel, specially in the midst of the ongoing 😷 COVID-19 PANDEMIC — pumping even more C02 into the atmosphere that will end up crashing our common home, impacting countries in the tropics first, 🎧 LEARN SPANISH ONLINE 💻 from the comfort, convenience and safety of your office or home!

📍 If you do find yourself in the vicinity of any of our locations — 🌄 Boquete, ⛱ Bocas del Toro and 🌇 Panama City — we'd love to have your as our student. CONTACT US AND MAKE IT HAPPEN...
Travel to us in eco-friendly ways and get automatic access to a 👯 50% DISCOUNT!!!

🚦 Now... do you want to do something about the Climate and Ecological Crisis?
GO HERE FOR INSPIRATION...

🙏 And finally one last plea to help us ensure a just transition for our staff and Spanish teachers: please don't fly to learn Spanish because you can do it online without destroying our future as there's no Planet B regardless of what Elon Musk wants you to believe; besides dreaming of Mars, he also wants you to buy electrical cars as if that's the solution to this Planetary Crisis... spoiler alert: it's not!

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Calculating the Cost of your Learning Spanish & Rock Climbing Program
In Bocas del Toro, Panama you can learn Spanish and surf everday

There are four variables to consider when determining the total cost of your Learn Spanish & Rock Climb Program in Panama. Costs are given itemized as there are different Spanish courses to choose from, multiple lodging options, and some students might decide to join an additional eco-adventure tours. If you would like to request a quote for a specific amount of weeks (or several different options) please click here.

The different variables to consider are:

Cost for Spanish Classes
You can complement your medical Spanish classes with group lessons to improve your conversational skills

Rates for Spanish classes go from $175 - $575 USD per week. The actual rate per week depends on:

  • how many hours of lessons you have each week (10 - 30)
  • if you have private lessons only or a combination of group and private lessons
  • the amount of weeks you sign up for (the longer the length of your Spanish study program, the more convenient the rate you have access to)

Click on the links below to find prices for specific options:

Choosing the most appropriate lodginng options will make your stay a much more pleasant one
Cost for Lodging

Rates for accommodation depend on your choice of accommodation and on the length of your stay.

  • Home Stays with Local Families cost $250 USD per week (breakfast and dinner included). Please add supplement of $25 per week in Bocas del Toro and $50 per week in Panama City.
  • Budget Hostels go from $10 USD per night for a bed in a shared dorm up to $75 USD per night for a private room with a private bathroom (more affordable private options are also available).
  • Midrange Hotels and Bed & Breakfasts go from $495 to $950 USD per week for a furnished Suite or Cabin.
  • Upscale Boutique Hotels and Resorts go from $540 to $3000 USD per week.

Please click here to checkout specific rates for all of our lodging options...

Cost to Rock Climb

If you bring your own rock climbing gear, 3 day passes to all sectors can be purchased for $35. If you need gear, then the best way to rock climb in Boquete is by joining a tour. You'll be taken to routes appropriate for your level. You can also join one of the rock climbing courses offered in Boquete, Panama.

Rates for Rock Climbing Tours
  Habla Ya Student Price Non Student Price
Rock Climbing Tour $45 $45
3 Package Rock Climbing Tour $105 $125
5 Package Rock Climbing Tour $155 $195
Hiking + Rappelling Tour $60 $65
Multi-Pitch Rock Climbing Tour
Water Solo Bouldering Tour

* Prices are in US Dollars. The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.

Rates for Rock Climbing Courses
  Price
Basic Rock Climbing Course - Level 1, Safe Belay & Climbing Techniques $195
Intermediate Rock Climbing Course - Level 2, Lead Climbing $185
Advanced Rock Climbing Course - Level 3, Multiple Pitch Climbing $175

* Prices are in US Dollars. The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.

Rates for Eco-Adventure Tours

Besides learning Spanish you'll certainly have a blast after class!

The zipline canopy tour gives you a unique perspective of the cloud forest and an adrenaline rush

Boquete, Panama's eco-adventure capital is the perfect place for a Spanish learning vacation:

Habla Ya Spanish students have access to special discounts off many eco-adventure tours. For more information about tours in Boquete, and complete pricing info click here.

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Please note that there is no separate registration fee for our Spanish courses. A $99 deposit, which goes toward your tuition, is required to secure your spot after you Sign Up & Register. Rates include: registration, level test, class materials and handouts, wifi internet connection at the school, certain cultural & social activities and access to all of the school's facilities. A textbook for your level is included when you sign up for at least 20 hours of lessons, and a course certificate is included when you sign up and attend for at least 60 hours of lessons. Any of our six textbooks (for our six levels) can also be purchased for $25 USD.
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