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English Language Study Adventure Holiday Canada (ELSAH Canada)

English Language Study Adventure Holiday Canada (ELSAH Canada) recognizes that English is the most widely spoken language around the world. It is the dominant language or in some instances even the required international language of communications, science, information technology, business, seafaring, aviation, entertainment, radio and diplomacy. With this in mind, ELSAH Canada’s goal is to provide opportunities to make English language learning an enjoyable experience. Why not enjoy an adventuresome holiday while learning or improving your English language skills?  

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 What We Offer at ELSAH Canada 

• Pender Harbour with Texada Island and Vancouver Island in the distance, picture taken from the top Mount Daniel.

  Unique activities reflective of Canadian culture while showcasing the raw beauty of the Sunshine Coast on the Pacific Ocean
• Private English lessons tailored to each learner’s ability level, from beginners to advanced levels taught by a very experienced ESL certified teacher who has a Masters in Education (Teaching Second Languages)
• English language lessons based on local sights and activities so that all learning is relevant and attached to enjoyable experiences; learn while having fun
• Escorted daily excursions with informative guide
• First class ocean view accommodations with a beautiful fully furnished private room with bathroom, TV and DVD, WiFi, and hot tub for guest use.
• Delicious meals featuring local west coast produce (wild salmon, prawns, etc.)
• Total immersion in the English language and Canadian culture

''Tell me and I'll forget; show me and I may remember; involve me
and I may understand.'' (Chinese proverb)

 ELSAH Canada Tours & Activities 

Participants will be involved in at least five different activities each week.  Activities will vary depending on the length of stay and time of year.  Additional activities are available depending on individual’s interests:

• Princess Louisa Inlet Boat Tour
• SloCat Harbour Boat Tour
• Skookumchuk Narrows Provincial Park –
  Reverse Tidal Rapids
• Sechelt Inlet Boat Tour
• Motoko’s Original Fine Art Gallery & Studio
• Snowshoeing & Cross-country skiing
• Talasay Tours - cultural (native history, first nation tours)
• Sea kayaking, canoeing & stand-up paddleboarding
• Fibre Works Studio & Gallery
• Hiking - Mount Daniel, Pender Hill, Sakinaw Outflow, Smuggler’s Cove, Francis Point Marine Park, etc.
• Scuba Diving  
• Horseback riding at Malaspina Ranch

“Wer fremde Sprachen nicht kennt, weiß nichts von seiner eigenen”
“Those who know no foreign language know nothing of their mother tongue.”
(Johann Wolfgang von Goethe)

 What Does a Typical Day Look Like at ELSAH Canada? 

The following are some samples of what a typical day at ELSAH Canada may look like.  Each day will vary depending on the exciting activity planned for that day. Participants will take part in adventuresome activities while improving their English language skills. Lessons are based on these activities, they consist of: lead-up (preview of activity), verbal interaction during activities, and follow-up (written and discussion form).

For more information, please view our 2012 Mid Season & Summer Agenda.

We only speak English and expect you to only speak English.  This means that mealtimes and activities (trips) are just like an English class.

During the guided tour (activity), you will learn vocabulary in context; our discussions will be relevant to what we’re doing. Corrections in vocabulary and grammar usage and structure will occur naturally. Individual’s weaker areas will be identified and opportunities will be given to improve in these specific areas of language learning.

“Wer fremde Sprachen nicht kennt, weiß nichts von seiner eigenen”
“Those who know no foreign language know nothing of their mother tongue.”
(Johann Wolfgang von Goethe)

 All Inclusive Adventure Holiday/English Study Package Prices 

Prices listed below are based on 1, 2, 3 & 4 week stays. Weekly stays begin on Sunday (4 pm) and departure is Saturday (11 am).  Upon request, stays will be customized to suit individual needs.

Lessons, guided tours, excursions and activities are scheduled each day from Monday to Friday.  This leaves the weekends free for sightseeing and self planned activities.  We are located 2 hours and 43 minutes northwest of the beautiful city of Vancouver, and 3 hours and 50 minutes from Whistler Blackcomb – the Official Alpine Skiing venue for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

All Inclusive Package Price includes:

• 12+ hours of English with teachers per day
• 10 hours intensive one-on-one lessons per week
• Luxury ocean-view accommodations with private bathroom
• All meals (healthy, delicious, home cooked)
• All guided excursions, adventure tours & activities - Monday to Friday
• Level test and certificate of attendance

Price does not include: Flight, airport transfers, bus or ferry costs, additional transportation costs not related to planned excursions, adventure tours & activities.

Application fee: 

• $500 (applied to cost of stay / non-refundable)
• Balance of payment due 2 months before arrival
• *If due to unforeseen circumstances stay must be cancelled, no money is refunded, however, stay can be rebooked for another time at no additional cost.

Single: One person in private suite

Couple:  Two people choosing to share a private suite

A different language is a different vision of life.  ~Federico Fellini

 Transportation to the Sunshine Coast: 

The Enchanter B&B is located in Pender Harbour - 2 hours and 43 minutes northwest of Vancouver on the beautiful Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. » view larger map

• Malaspina Coach Lines provides service from Vancouver International Airport to Madeira Park.
• Or rent a car & travel across scenic Howe Sound via BC Ferries

For commuting/driving directions, view the helpful links below:

• Vancouver Airport to Horseshoe Bay Bus & Skytrain Info
• How to Use Vancouver Airport Transportation: Skytrain, Shuttle Buses, Taxis, Limos & more
• BC Ferries: Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal, Vancouver
• BC Ferries: Finding our Major Terminals & Driving Instructions
• Vancouver to Whistler Driving Map

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