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Caminhos Language Centre

Rua Farme de Amoedo, 135 Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 22420-020, Brazil
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he Caminhos Language Centre is the largest and most exciting Portuguese school in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. We offer high-quality Portuguese courses in a relaxed and fun environment. Our Brazilian teachers are carefully selected, university graduates. Our methodology is based on the communicative approach and we offer unique course material. Our school is also famous for supporting Brazilian children. The schools have their own social programme called ‘Mais Caminhos‘.

What’s Included
100% Free Daily Activities
Invitation to Exclusive Events
Free Caminhos Student Card
Free Course Books
Course Certificate
Your Fee Supports our Social Programme
Volunteer Opportunities
Free WiFi
Free Coffee & Filtered Water

Our Mission
Develop people by connecting them in an international environment. We offer educational, cultural and fun activities to our clients and to underprivileged Brazilian children and teenagers.

The Complete Brazil Experience
It doesn’t matter what age, culture or taste you have. With Caminhos there is something for everyone: sports, volunteer opportunities, music, dance, parties, food, drinks, art, and nature. With all of our free activities and social projects, Caminhos is the place to be to study Portuguese in Brazil. Meet new people and experience Brazilian culture.

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Caminhos Language Centre varies over different time periods, courses and levels.

School holidays

does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

School holidays
None

School location

Caminhos Language Centre is located in Ipanema, the most popular and lively part of Rio de Janeiro. The school is situated just four blocks from the famous Ipanema Beach, which means you can come to school wearing your shorts and Havaianas! Ipanema’s metro station, ‘General Osório‘, is only five minutes’ walk from the school. We are in very close proximity to Ipanema’s vibrant scene, including all kinds of cool cafes, bars, and restaurants.

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Housing

Caminhos Language Centre offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast

$290
weekly
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$290
ur Homestay accommodation option offers you the opportunity to live with local Brazilian families. ‘Homestay’ enables you to practise your Portuguese in an authentic Brazilian environment and fully experience the life and culture in Rio de Janeiro.

Brazilian homestay families range from a single person to an entire family with up to three children. With all homestay families you will be offered a private bedroom, towels, sheets and breakfast. It goes without saying that this accommodation option requires homestay students to respect their host’s home and to adjust to Brazilian culture and customs.
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Rio Apartments Shared - Single-person room

$188
weekly
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and 24/7 supervision
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$188
A Shared Rio Apartment offers you the fun of living together with Brazilians and/or other international students. Our Shared Rio Apartment accommodation is the best option for those who want autonomy and flexibility with their living arrangements. All Caminhos apartments are located in nearby beach or suburb areas.

Rio Apartment Shared Facts

Private bedroom

Towels and sheets included

WiFi

Students have access to washing machine facilities

Students have access to cooking facilities

All accommodation located in pleasant and safe neighbourhoods

All accommodation checked and approved by a Caminhos staff member

Locations either within walking distance or with good Metro access to the Caminhos Language Centre

All apartments have 24/7 security

Airport transfer service available upon request

Private apartment - No meals

$375
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Rio de Janeiro
Housing type: Private apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, and free internet
Distance to school: 5 - 30 minutes by train or subway
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$375
Private Rio Apartment accommodation is the best option for you if want quality, autonomy and total privacy for your living arrangements. All Private Rio Apartments are located in nearby beach or suburb areas.

Towels and sheets included, WiFi, Students have access to washing machine facilities, Students have access to cooking facilities, All accommodation located in pleasant and safe neighbourhoods, All accommodation checked and approved by a Caminhos staff member, Locations either within walking distance or with good Metro access to the Caminhos Language Centre, All apartments have 24/7 security
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HOSTEL - Single-person room

$313
weekly
Housing type: Hostel
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
$313
HOSTEL
*No breakfast included

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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Rio de Janeiro based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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Rua Farme de Amoedo, 135 Ipanema
Rio de Janeiro
RJ 22420-020
Brazil

School location

Caminhos Language Centre is located in Ipanema, the most popular and lively part of Rio de Janeiro. The school is situated just four blocks from the famous Ipanema Beach, which means you can come to school wearing your shorts and Havaianas! Ipanema’s metro station, ‘General Osório‘, is only five minutes’ walk from the school. We are in very close proximity to Ipanema’s vibrant scene, including all kinds of cool cafes, bars, and restaurants.

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