TESOL Course ARGENTINA, Buenos Aires
 Why
a TEFL Course in Argentina?
When we think of Argentina the images that spring to mind are sprawling
ranches, rugged gauchos, juicy stakes, the lively tango and the globally
celebrated light blue and white football jersey and of course the
inimitable Maradona. Known for the liveliness of the tango, the exploits
of Diego Maradona and the beauty of their Italian-accented language,
Argentina prides itself on its energy and its talent for sumptuous
living. European influences permeate Argentina's art, architecture,
literature and lifestyle yet it manages to retain a special vibrant
identity of its own. Who can ever forget the soulful rendering of “Don’t
cry for me Argentina……” by Eva Peron. Argentina by the power of its
vitality that is internationally recognized thus proves to be a strong
base for an intense and rigorous TESOL Program, carving out passionate
teaching professionals.
What is the attraction for TEFL trainees in Buenos Aires?
Buenos Aires is the capital of Argentina and its largest city and port
of international status. It is located on the southern shore of the Río
de la Plata, on the southeastern coast of the South American continent.
This city which happens to be one among the 22 centers of TEFL
International for the onsite TESOL Certification Program is strongly
influenced by European culture. Buenos Aires is sometimes referred to as
the "Paris of the South" or "Paris of South America".
More European than South American in flavour, Buenos Aires' heart boasts
bustling streets, grand avenues, old-time cafes and stylish restaurants;
a perfect seat for the trainee teachers to revel in an Argentinean glory
while preparing for one of the best acclaimed TESOL Certificates. The
locals are renowned for their flair and cockiness, even in times of
adversity. It's a city of tragedy and elation, a vibrant, cosmopolitan
capital. For the traveller, Buenos Aires delivers. Wander cobbled
streets, marvelling at faded architectural splendors and colourfully
painted metal houses. Talk world politics and fútbol in atmospheric old
cafes. Tuck into one of the famous Argentinean steaks to power a long
night's partying. Argentina with its simmering sense of life and
indomitable energy possesses the capability to entice teachers from all
parts of the world to kick- start a career in ESL teaching.
What is in Argentina for you?
Argentina is one Latin American country where Europeans and North
Americans can feel at ease and travel relatively inconspicuously.
Portenos, as the multinational people of Buenos Aires are known, possess
an elaborate and rich cultural identity. With a varied nightlife with
Discos, restaurants, cafeterias and many other attractions, guarantees
for entertainment are spread all around the city. This capital has a
bounty of museums, exposition and conference centers and art galleries.
The Colon Theatre, one of the most important lyrical theatres in the
world includes the famous Tango, orchestras and ballets. There are 100
cinemas and 90 theatres in Buenos Aires and great variety of shows to
pick from and that makes it one of the leading cities that host the most
theatrical activity in Latin America. Buenos Aires Tango is a specially
conceived tango festival that occurs from late February to early March,
drawing world-class dancers and musicians. Performances take place in
venues - both large and intimate - all over the city. For those
interested in Argentina's traditional gaucho (cowboy) heritage, the
Campeonato Abierto Argentino de Pato in December is the championship
play-off for the pato crown; it's a bit like watching a game of
horseback rugby. Also in December is the Campeonato Abierto Argentino de
Polo, the slightly more highbrow polo championship season finale.
Therefore, where sports, art, cuisine and entertainment are blended to
the best proportion, the zeal for learning and teaching and pursuing a
TEFL job there, get automatically revved up.
Buenos Aires on the tourist map
The Teatro Colon needs little introduction to those familiar with the
opera. It is one of the world's premier opera houses. For all those
trainees for TESOL in Argentina who look for a welcome break from their
grueling sessions of ESL lesson plans, a guided tour would let them
catch a glimpse of the inner workings of this eminent center of opera.
The next stop for these prospective ESL teachers can be The Plaza de
Mayo at the city center, surrounded by the Government House, the
Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Cabildo (town hall). The Recoleta is the
most fashionable place in Buenos Aires to dine; it is adjacent to the
Argentinean diva Eva Peron's final resting place. There is also Our Lady
of the Pilar Church, the Cultural Center, and the Palais de Glace, a
major gallery to add on to the list of must-visit sites for the
international guests in Argentina. You can walk along the Pilar, which
brims with a wide variety of restaurants and venues featuring live music
every night.
Evening and nightlife in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is never more alive than it is at night, exuding an
exuberance. It is possibly the best concoction of fun and entertainment,
so certainly expected from a city that invented tango. Avenues come
alive with people on their way to restaurants and theaters, especially
Puerto Madero or Recoleta. People like to dress up and stay out until
dawn, and anyone who visits the city should go and see a tango show. In
Buenos Aires, there are several major venues, most of them in San Telmo.
After dinner or a night of dancing, Porteños like to grab a coffee at
one of the city's myriad cafes, chat, and perhaps watch the sunrise. The
TESOL Program conducted by
TEFL International here quite obviously
reflects the vivacity of the city in terms of handling the
TEFL course,
making this internationally recognized certification program more
exciting and yielding for the trainee teachers.
Weekend excursions in and around Buenos Aires
In Buenos Aires, the Sunday Flea Market in San Telmo provides excellent,
leisurely people-watching and shopping. The Sunday Antiques Fair at the
Plaza Dorego can be yet another tempting refuge for the international
flock attending to TESOL classes in our
TEFL school. Situated on the Parana River Delta, Tigre is a natural playground consisting of 350
rivers and streams and an ecological reserve. It is a retreat that
guarantees pleasurable impact on its visitors. You can partake in water
sports and fishing, or check out crafts at the Fruit Dock. There are
also two museums here, the Navy Museum and the Sarmiento. A great
excursion from the city of Buenos Aires is a visit to one of the many
Estancias, or Argentine ranches. Here you can get a sense of the
traditional life of the gauchos, recognized worldwide for their rugged
adventurism.
About our TEFL location in Buenos Aires
TEFL International School is in Avenida Córdoba 1318, 6th Floor, Capital
Federal 1055, Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is located at the mouth of Rio
de la Plata. The TEFL School has an easy access to the rest of Argentina
and South America. When you walk through San Martin, close to
TEFL
International’s training centre, or the wide tree-lined boulevards you
could easily imagine that while engaged in the TESOL Program, you have
been magically transported to Paris, unknowingly. The School that hosts
the TESOL Course in Argentina is conveniently located with easy access
to restaurants and other parts of the city, keeping you in close
contacts with the Argentinean life.
Intra-city Connectivity
Central Buenos Aires is a great place to tour on foot, but like all
capital cities it is large, so if you want to go further you may use the
public transport. Public transport is generally safe and efficient, the
Subway/Underground is the easiest to use as the mode of transportation.
It serves the city centre and northern areas in exchange of reasonable
rates. To reach the rest of the city or go outside it's best to use the
bus service known locally as the “colectivos”. There are also plenty of
taxis which, surprisingly for a capital city, are not very expensive.
Thus traveling within and outside the capital of Argentina is a cheap
and convenient affair.
Weather in Buenos Aires.
For those who have applied for the TESOL Certification Course in
Argentina and also plan to teach English in Argentina in future, it is
necessary to have a sound knowledge about the weather of this city on
the southeastern coast of this peninsular South American continent.
Buenos Aires has a temperate climate, staying mild and warm throughout
the year. The winter months are June to August, the summer months are
December to February, the spring months are September to November, and
the autumn months are March, April and May. The city is ideal in spring
and fall while the summer months are sometimes very hot, but usually
quite pleasant.
The humidity is sometimes high during summer. Winters are not very mild,
but it could be foggy and misty at night and in the mornings. Rain is a
bit more common in the months of May, October and November. But no
matter the time of year, Buenos Aires remains a pleasant destination
year-round, with many beautiful sunny days.
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It is a very compact experience. Extensive learning but
fun. A great experience with TEFL International and very
helpful to find placement
