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Adult Spanish Immersion in Costa Rica

Build the conversational skills you need to start speaking Spanish with confidence. Study in small, relaxed classes taught by experienced native-speaking professors, then practice every day through homestays, activities, and local life in Heredia.

Volunteer in Costa Rica

Make your time in Costa Rica more meaningful by connecting with local community projects in Heredia. Support children, schools, and English-learning opportunities while experiencing real cultural immersion beyond the classroom.

Spanish Summer Camp for Teens

Join us for a two-week Spanish summer camp designed for teens who want adventure, language learning, and cultural connection. Students build confidence in Spanish while exploring Costa Rica, making new friends, and gaining a broader perspective on the world.

Your Spanish School in Costa Rica

Tico Lingo is an internationally accredited Spanish school in Heredia, Costa Rica, designed for students who want to learn Spanish through full immersion. Our programs combine small-group classes, homestays with local families, cultural activities, and meaningful practice in the community.

Students come to Tico Lingo with different goals. Some are just beginning their Spanish journey, while others arrive with advanced skills and want to refine their fluency, accuracy, and confidence for academic, social, or professional settings.

From Spanish immersion programs to volunteer opportunities in Costa Rica, Tico Lingo offers a personal, supportive, and meaningful way to experience the language, connect with local culture, and use Spanish with greater purpose.

Mission

Our mission is to help students learn Spanish in Costa Rica through immersive classes, homestays, cultural experiences, and community connections that build real communication skills and deeper cross-cultural understanding.

Internationally Accredited

Tico Lingo is an IALC-accredited Spanish school recognized for high-quality language education, professional standards, and a strong commitment to student experience. Students may also earn official university credit while studying Spanish in Costa Rica.

Beyond the Classroom

Learning continues after class through homestays, cultural activities, local excursions, and volunteer service projects that help students connect with Costa Rican life in a real and meaningful way.

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Meet a Tico Lingo Spanish Professor

Meet one of our top professors at Tico Lingo, Freddy Fariñas. He’s taught Spanish to students from all over the world and brings his passion to the classroom day in and day out.

Watch the video to hear what he enjoys about teaching, why students prefer to study Spanish in Costa Rica, and why Tico Lingo has the best Spanish programs in Costa Rica.

Professor Freddy Farinas Tico Lingo Spanish School in Heredia Costa Rica

Meet a Tico Lingo Student

Learning Spanish in Costa Rica Student Video

Join Michelle as she shares her Spanish learning journey, from her background and reasons for studying Spanish to why she chose Tico Lingo. Get an inside look at what day-to-day life is like studying Spanish in the heart of Costa Rica with Tico Lingo!

Our Spanish Summer Camp for Teens

Dive into our all-inclusive journey packed with immersive Spanish lessons, cozy homestay accommodations, vibrant cultural activities, and epic weekend adventures. It’s not just a camp for high schoolers—it’s your ticket to exploring the language, culture, and stunning beauty of Costa Rica!

Check out the video for a sneak peek into the camp life!

Beach trip to Manuel Antonio National Park during Tico Lingo's Spanish Summer Camp

Experience the Language

Experience the culture and language of Costa Rica. Find a Spanish program that suits you, or work with us to customize your trip.