Greek Language Course in Athens – 1 week

An intensive Greek language course in Athens is ideal to improve your knowledge of the Greek language and practice to speak Greek, while discovering this fascinating  capital of Greece at the same time. After completing an intensive program, you will feel much more self-confident when using the Greek language and will be motivated to start communicating in Greek. The morning classes focus on vocabulary, grammar and speaking exercises, while the afternoon activities are the perfect opportunity to put the theory into practice. Moreover, you get to see Athens from a local point of view.

About the Greek Language course in Athens

Discover more with this video!

How the course starts?

Students for the morning classes (depending on the level) are welcomed in the
Maroussi school (North Athens) on the indicated arrival date at 10.00.
Students for the afternoon classes (depending on the level) are welcomed at the school at 13.00.
You will be asked to take a brief placement test after your registration,
or on the first school-day, so that we can determine the level that is best for you.

At 13.15 on the first day , you are invited to enjoy a tavern lunch in Maroussi (included in the course price).
This way you will get to know the other participants and teachers and learn some more daily Greek vocabulary!
During the lunch we will also inform you about the afternoon activities and cultural program during the next days.

The course materials will be given to you by Omilo and are included in the price.
The Omilo teachers are qualified and very experienced,
and the small size of the groups (max. 5) enables them to consider the individual wishes and needs of the participants.

Omilo knows that having fun is an essential part of learning. It’s when you are happy and relaxed that you are most able to begin using what you have learned in class in a natural way. Therefore Omilo organizes, in addition to the intensive Greek classes in the morning, various social and cultural activities during the afternoons.

Click here or on the photo below and listen to what our students say (from different countries)

Useful information

What is included

• 18 hours of Greek lessons in the classroom (per level)
  + 4 hours extra conversation/listening ;
• 1 tavern meal  with teacher on the first course day (lunch)
• 2 extra tavern meals with teacher –> conversation practice
• 2 lectures (in Greek and English) related to Greece and Greek culture –> listening
• Course materials
• Guided walk in Athens
• A visit to museum or concert (if available during your course. Entrance ticket not included)
• Coffee and tea during the breaks

(! Fees do not include : travel expenses, travel insurance, accommodation, extra meals, …).

Group info

• Courses are intended for adults of 26+ as well as seniors of every nationality and language level.
• Small classes, maximum of 5 students per class/language level
  (average size per class = 3)
• 3 hours/day when there are 2 to 5 students per language level
  2 hours/day when there is 1 student per language level (for the same course fee)
• Meals, lectures and cultural activities are for everybody

Language levels

• During this one-week Greek course, there are 3 language levels in the morning and 3 in the afternoon
• If you want to learn more about what each language level means, please visit the Language Level Page.
  When registering for a course, you are asked to indicate your level and give us some extra information about the materials you have used, how much instruction you already had, etc. However, since all participants speak various languages, have used different course materials in their countries or have studied with different teaching methods, we will ask you to take a brief placement test before arriving in Greece (or on the first day of the course) in order to be sure about your level and assign you to the appropriate class.

Daily schedule

There are 6 course days; Normally courses are scheduled from Monday till Saturday, but due to National Holidays, we needed to make some changes.
exceptions;
March 4th course —->- from Tuesday till Sunday (March 3rd is national holiday)
April 28th course goes from Sunday till Saturday, (because Thursday May 1st is a national holiday, without lessons)

There are 6 days with lessons;

• 10.00 -13.00 (class lessons) + 13.15-14.15 (lunch or lecture)  for BEG2, INT1, INT2 levels
  AND
  14.30 – 17.30 (class lessons)  + 13.15-14.15 (lunch or lecture)  for BEG1, ADV1, ADV2 levels
• On 4 days, there will be  an organized lunch, museum visit or lecture about Greek culture (included)
• The last day of the course is Saturday (or Sunday), with ONLY classes.
• The course ends on Saturday (or Sunday) at 13.00 or at 17.30 (depending on the level)
• Group lessons are 50 minutes. There will be a break of 30 minutes every day.

Location & additional info

• The one-week Greek course takes place at our Maroussi school (North Athens)
• On the Google map below, you can zoom in in order to see where the school is located. If you want to find easy directions on how to reach the school, please visit the Marousi School Location Page.
• For information about Athens, travel info, and much more, please visit our Athens page.
• If you would like us to book accommodation  in Athens, then click on the links below for more tips.Where to stay in Centre Athens?Where to stay on North Athens, or close to the Omilo school?

Greek Language Course in Athens – 2 weeks

A Greek intensive two-week language course in Athens is the perfect way to boost your knowledge and start communicating in Greek. Speaking the language is our priority, and our interactive methods of teaching are made to communicate in Greek from day 1, from the beginning to the advanced levels.
With small classes (maximum 5) you will be able to improve and focus on your speaking abilities.
The Omilo team will guide you through a two-week program during which you can fully focus on improving your Greek language skills, as well as exploring the “real Athens”. Learning Greek is more than just vocabulary and grammar, it’s also about getting to know the Greek culture and communicating with the locals. In the city of Athens, you will have the perfect opportunity to put the theory into practice, and learn the everyday Greek language. Moreover, you will be introduced to Athens from a local point of view.

Greek Courses On The Island of Syros | 2-Week Group Lessons

For those who want to learn Greek while also enjoying Greek culture, the island of Syros is the place to be!
The two-week intensive language course gives you the opportunity to spend a beautiful language holiday  in a ‘full Greek’ environment.
During the day, we focus on teaching the Greek language in small groups in 4 to 6 different language levels. During several afternoons/evenings, you have the chance to practice your Greek while attending various cultural activities.

The island of Syros is famous not only for its capital, Hermoupolis, but also for its rich history and the Aegean festival as well as other summer festivals and rebetiko music. Of course, you can also relax on the beautiful beaches which are just seconds away from the course location.

On Syros you can easily practice your Greek with the locals. If you prefer an international environment, during your free weekend you can visit the islands of Mykonos and Tinos, which are only one hour away by boat.

Do not only take it from us! Click below to listen what our students, from various countries, say about their course.

Note; Omilo was founded in 1996 and organizes intensive summer courses on the island of Syros since 2005.
There are a lot of “testimonials” and it is impossible to show them all. However, if you are curious, and would like to have a better idea of what our students say during the last 5 years, then you can click here and find much more feedback on our YouTube channel.

About the course

On the indicated arrival date (Sunday) of your course, the Omilo team will welcome you at 20.00 in the Syros School, situated at the Echo House in the village of Azolminos, 4km south of the port city of Hermoupolis. You will be introduced to the teachers and other participants, and the program will be explained as well as all the options for the musical or theatre performances in Hermoupolis. At around 21.00 all students are invited to enjoy a tavern meal in a local Greek tavern in Azolimnos; this is included in the course price. It is the perfect moment to get to know the other participants, talk to the teachers, taste Greek food and start communicating in Greek.

The following Monday your Greek classes begin. On the first day of the course, students will be asked to take a brief placement test which will help the team decide which class is best for you. The course materials will be given to you in class and are included in the price.

For the first week, you will have 6 days of classes: on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On the first Thursday and 2nd Monday you will have no classes; thus, a perfect time to explore the hidden treasures of Syros, Ano Syros and Hermoupolis, go to the beach, or visit the neighboring Cycladic islands Mykonos or Tinos. During the second week you have four days of classes: on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

In addition to the intensive Greek classes in the morning, on offer are various social and cultural activities during the afternoons (free of charge), during which you can also practice your Greek communication skills.

Discover more with this video

Useful information

Please also check the Terms and Conditions 

What is included

• 40 hours of lessons (10 teaching days)
• Course materials
• One tavern meal (arrival day)
• Two Greek dance classes
• Guided walk in Hermoupolis
• Lectures related to Greek culture or music
• Visit to Ano Syros or Tavli lesson
• Greek film night
• In addition, you have the possibility of attending various concerts and performances (extra charge) during the Syros summer festivals, depending upon the dates of the course you have booked.

Group info

• Courses are intended for adults of 26+ years of age, including seniors, of every nationality and language level.
• Small classes, maximum of 6 students per class/language level
• 4 hours/day when there are 3 to 8 students per language level
  3 hours/day when there are 2 students per language level
  2 hours/day when there is 1 student in a language level
  for the same course fee

Language levels

• There are six language levels possible (the average amount of language levels per course is between four and six)
• If you want to learn more about what each language level means, please visit the Language Level Page.When registering for a course, you are asked to indicate your level and give us some extra information about the materials you have used, how many courses you have already taken, etc. However, since the participants speak various languages, have used different course materials in their countries or have studied with different teaching methods, we will ask you to take a brief placement test on the first day of the course so that we can determine the class that is best suited to your needs.

 Daily schedule

• Courses take place between 10:00 and 14:00
• (except for Abs. Beg. and Beginners 1;  courses take place from 15.00 – 18.00h , see above)
• The last day of the course, classes finish at 14.00
• For the first week, you will have 6 days of classes: on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
  On the first Thursday and 2nd Monday you will have no classes; free days to relax or explore the island.
• During the second week you have 4 days of classes: on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
• There will be a break of 30 minutes every day
• At least six afternoon activities are proposed. Most of the activities last between 1½ and 3 hours.

Location & additional info

• The course takes place at the Echo House, next to the beach in the village of Azolimnos, which is situated 4 km south of the capital city, Hermoupolis.
• On the Google map below you can zoom in, in order to see where the school is located.
• For information about Syros, travel info, and much more, please visit our Syros page.If you would like us to book accommodations for you, please visit our Accommodation Page.

Click also here, if you are looking for MORE TIPS TO BOOK ACCOMMODATION IN SYROS

Greek Course on Lefkada island | 2-Week Group Lessons

A Greek course on Lefkada island is ideal for those who want to learn and especially speak Greek, while also enjoying a beautiful holiday in Greece, near the most amazing Greek beaches and a beautiful natural setting, the island of Lefkada is the perfect choice! Our interactive methods of teaching are made to satisfy communication needs for every level: during your  classes you can fully focus on improving your Greek language skills in small groups, and during the afternoons/evenings you can put the theory into practice.

Of course, learning Greek is also about getting to know the Greek culture and communicating with the locals. Therefor we propose several optional afternoon /evening activities, which are a perfect way to practice speaking Greek and learn more about the “real Greece”. Furthermore, the impressive natural beauty of Lefkada island offers many possibilities for relaxing walks and excursions.

About the course

Discover more with this video!

On the indicated arrival day, the Omilo team will welcome you at 19.00 in the Lefkada School, situated at the Agatha Pension in the village of Agios Nikitas, 10km north of the town of Lefkas. You will be introduced to the teachers and other participants and the program will be explained as well as all the options for activities or excursions. At around 20.00 all students are invited to a tavern meal in a local Greek tavern in Agios Nikitas, which is included in the course price. It is the perfect moment to get to know the other participants, talk to the teachers, taste Greek food and start communicating in Greek.

The following Monday your Greek classes will begin. On the first day of the course, students will be asked to take a quick placement test so that they can be put in the right class. The course materials will be given out during the course and are included in the price.

For the first week, you will have 6 days of classes: on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. On the first Thursday and 2nd Monday you will have no classes; thus, you will have an opportunity to explore the island, relax on the beach, learn your Greek vocabulary or participate in one of the activities on offer. During the second week you have four days of classes: on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

In addition to the intensive Greek lessons in the morning, various social and cultural activities during the afternoons (free of charge) are organized, during which you can also practice your Greek communication skills.

Useful information

Please also check the Course Terms and Conditions

What is included

• 10 teaching days
• Course materials
• One tavern meal (arrival day)
• Two Greek dance classes
• Guided hike to Milos Beach
• 2 x Lecture/game related to Greek culture or music
• Greek movie night
• The possibility of going (at an extra charge) on an additional excursion on Thursday.(free day)
  This will be discussed at the welcome meeting.

( ! Fees do not include: accommodation and extra meals, travel insurance, cancellation insurance,
travel tickets (boat, plane…) If you wish, we will book accommodation for you at the Agatha Pension,
where classes are also held. Please visit our Accommodation page )

Group info

• Our courses are intended for adults of 26+ years of age, including seniors, of every nationality and language level.
• Courses are never canceled.
• MORNING CLASSES; (BEG2, INTERMEDIATE levels)
  Small groups, maximum 7 students per class/language level (average size per class = 5)
  4 hours/day when there are 3 to 7 students per language level
  3 hours/day when there are 2 students per language level
  2 hours/day when there is 1 student in a language level
  for the same course fee
• AFTERNOON CLASSES ; (BEG 1  and ADVANCED levels)  (average size per class = 2-3)
  small groups; maximum 4 students per class
  3 hours/day when there are 2-4 students per language level
  2 hours/day when there is 1 student in a language level

Language levels

• There are 6 language levels possible
• If you want to learn more about what each language level means, please visit the Language Level Page.
• When registering for a course, you are asked to indicate your level and give us some extra information about the materials you have used, how much instruction you have already had, etc. However, since all participants speak various languages, have used different course materials in their countries or have studied with different teaching methods, we will ask you to take a brief placement test on the first day of the course in order to be sure about your level and assign you to the appropriate class.

Daily schedule for Beginners 2, Intermediate levels

• The course starts with an info moment & welcome dinner on Sunday (indicated arrival day) at 7 pm.
• Lessons take place from Monday till the next Friday, between 10.00 and 14.00.
  There are no classes on the first Thursday and the 2nd Monday
• There will be a teaching break of 30 minutes every day
• At least 6 afternoon activities will be offered. Most of the activities are for 1 ½ to 3 hours.

Daily schedule for the Beginners 1 and Advanced  language level

• You follow the entire program and cultural activities as the other group participants.
• Classes take place between 15.00 – 18.00
• You will have 3 hours/daily in a class of maximum 4 students,
  (or 2 hours/day when you are alone in the level)
• 10 teaching days
• There will be a break of 20 minutes every day
• At least 6-afternoon activities are offered. Most of the activities last from 1½ to 3 hours.

Location & additional info

• The classes takes place at the Agatha Pension, at 200 meters from the beach of the village of Agios Nikitas,
  which is situated 10 km north of the capital, Lefkas.
• On the Google map below, you can zoom in in order to see where the school is located.
• For information about Lefkada, travel info, and much more, please visit our Lefkada page.
• If you wish, we will book accommodation for you at the Agatha Pension, where classes are also held.
  Please visit our Accommodation page

• What our students write or say!

Greek Courses On The Island of Syros | 1-Week Group Lessons

For those who want to learn Greek or improve their Greek communication skills in combination with a fantastic cultural holiday, a one-week intensive course on the island of Syros is the perfect choice!
(there is also an option to join a 2-week course, which is even better for your Greek of course)

You will learn the basics of Greek or improve your Greek language skills at every level, with plenty of time left over for sightseeing, relaxing on the beach and exploring the island of Syros and its capital Hermoupolis.

Our interactive methods of teaching are made to satisfy communication needs for every level: during your classes you can fully focus on improving your Greek language skills, and in the afternoons / evenings you can put the theory into practice.
On Syros, you can easily practice your Greek with the locals.

Omilo also offers several free activities, during which you learn more about the “real Greece” and Greek culture.
The island of Syros is famous not only for its capital, Hermoupolis, but also for its rich history and the Aegean festival as well as other summer festivals and rebetiko music.

Of course, you can also relax on the beautiful beaches which are just seconds away from the course location.

Do not only take it from us! Click below to listen what our students, from various countries, say about their course.

Note; Omilo was founded in 1996 and organizes intensive summer courses on the island of Syros since 2005.
There are a lot of “testimonials” and it is impossible to show them all. However, if you are curious, and would like to have a better idea of what our students say during the last 5 years, then you can click here and find much more feedback on our YouTube channel.

About the course on Syros island

On the indicated arrival date (see above) of your course, the Omilo team will welcome you at 19.00 in the Syros School, situated at the Echo House in the village of Azolminos, 4km south of the port city of Hermoupolis.

You will be introduced to the teachers and other participants, and the program will be explained as well as all the options for the musical or theatre performances in Hermoupolis.
At around 20.00 all students are invited to enjoy a tavern meal in a local Greek tavern in Azolimnos; this is included in the course price. It is the perfect moment to get to know the other participants, talk to the teachers, taste Greek food and start communicating in Greek.

The following day your Greek classes begin. On the first day of the course, students will be asked to take a brief placement test which will help the team decide which class is best for you. The course materials will be given to you in class and are included in the price.

You will have six days of classes, ( Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and on Friday, Saturday, Sunday).
The last day of classes is on Sunday, finishing at 14.00. (The Beginners’ levels finish at 17.00)
On Thursday you will have no classes; thus, you will have an opportunity to explore the island, relax on the beach, study your Greek vocabulary or participate in one of the activities on offer.

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EXCEPTION; The August course starts on a Saturday, and ends on a Saturday!;
Lessons on  Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and  Thursday, Friday, Saturday ( Wednesday is a free day)
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Discover more with this video

Useful information

For the Terms and Conditions , click here

What is included

• 24 hours of classes, if your class has a minimum of 3 students (see below)
• 6 teaching days
• course materials
• One tavern meal (arrival day)
• One Greek dance class
• Guided walk in Hermoupolis
• Lecture/game related to Greek culture or music
•  In addition, you have the possibility of attending various concerts and performances (extra charge) during the Syros summer festivals, depending upon the dates of the course you have booked.

Group info

• These courses are intended for adults of 26+ years of age, including seniors, of every nationality and language level.
• 4 hours/day when there are 3 to 8 students per language level
• 3 hours/day when there are 2 students per language level
  2 hours/day when there is 1 student in a language level
  for the same course fee

Language levels

• There are six language levels possible (the average amount of language levels per course is between four and six)
• If you want to learn more about what each language level means, please visit the Language Level Page.
  When registering for a course, you are asked to indicate your level and give us some extra information about the materials you have used, how many courses you have already taken, etc. However, since the participants speak various languages, have used different course materials in their countries or have studied with different teaching methods, we will ask you to take a brief placement test on the first day of the course so that we can determine the class that is best suited to your needs.

Daily schedule

• Courses take place between 10:00 and 14:00 h for Beginners 2 till Advanced levels
  ( for Abs. Beginners and Beginners 1 levels; 15.00-18.00 h, see above)
• The last day of the course, classes finish at 14.00 or 18.00 (depending on level)
• There will be a break of 30 minutes every day
• At least 4 afternoon activities are offered. Most of the activities last from 2 to 4 hours.
• You will have six days of classes, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and on Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
  The last day of classes is Sunday
• Thursday is a free day, so you have time to relax, go to the beach, or explore the island.

Location & additional info

• The course takes place at the Echo House, next to the beach in the village of Azolimnos,
  which is situated 4 km south of the capital city, Hermoupolis.
• On the Google map below you can zoom in in order to see where the school is located.
• For information about Syros, travel info, and much more, please visit our Syros Page.
• If you would like us to book accommodations for you, please visit our Accommodation Page.
• or click here for more TIPS RELATED TO ACCOMMODATION IN SYROS

Greek Easter Course In Nafplion| 1-Week

A Greek Easter course, during an intensive one-week Greek language course in Nafplion is the perfect way to boost your knowledge at every language level. The Omilo team will guide you through a one-week program during which you can fully focus on improving your Greek language and communication skills. However, learning Greek is more than just being in a classroom; it’s also about getting to know the Greek culture and discovering Greece.

The idyllic city of Nafplion is the perfect setting to combine Greek language lessons with a beautiful holiday in Greece while experiencing the Greek Easter celebrations. With its interesting traditions and warm family atmosphere, Greek Orthodox Easter is one of the most celebrated events of the year in Greece. Celebrate Greek Easter together with Omilo and the Greeks!
The Greek lessons end on Easter Saturday.  For those students that are interested, it is possible to join the Easter Saturday dinner and church service (Anastasi) at midnight, which is also the last activity organized by Omilo.

About the Greek Easter course in Nafplion…

Discover more with this video!

How the course is organized?

On your arrival day (Saturday), the Omilo team will welcome you at 19.00 at the Nafplion School, where you will be introduced to the teachers and other participants. The program will be explained, as well as all the options for the cultural activities related to the Greek Easter festivities.
At around 20.00, all students are invited to a tavern meal in the center of Nafplion.
It is the perfect moment to get to know the other students, talk to the teachers, taste Greek food and eventually start communicating in Greek.

The following day (Sunday) your Greek lessons start.
They will run for six days, (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and again on  Friday and Saturday),
between 9.30 and 13.30.  (The beginners levels are organized during the afternoons)
Thursday is a free day to explore Nafplion and surroundings.
An organized day-excursion might be proposed as well, if enough students are interested to participate.

On the first day of the course, students will be asked to take a quick placement test so that they can be put in the level that is right for them. The course materials will be given to you during the course and are included in the price.

The course finishes on Easter Saturday.
Extra option; On Saturday evening, you are invited to celebrate Greek Easter Dinner with us in Nafplion (extra charge),
and attend the “Anastasi” – church service at midnight.

Omilo knows that having fun is an essential part of learning. It’s when you are happy and relaxed that you are most able to begin using what you have learned in class in a natural way. Therefore Omilo organizes, in addition to the intensive Greek lessons in the morning, various social and cultural activities during the afternoons (free of charge).

Click here or below to listen what our students say about their course in Nafplion

Useful information

What is included

• 24 hours of lessons, 6 teaching days, or 18 hours for the Beginners levels
• Course materials
• 1 tavern meal (arrival day)
• A Greek dance lesson
• A Guided walk in Nafplion town
• Lecture/presentations related to Greek culture
• The chance to attend or watch (together with Omilo) the Easter traditions,
  such as Good Friday Procession, Easter Saturday celebration
• Omilo organizes a typical Greek Easter meal on Easter Saturday (dinner) for all the students. (extra charge).
  You can decide if you would like to join and pay for the meal on the first-course day.
• ! Fees do not include; accommodation and extra meal, travel insurance, cancellation insurance, travel tickets .
  If you wish, we can book accommodation for you in Nafplion . Please visit our Accommodation Page.

Group info

• Courses are intended for adults of 26+ years of age, including seniors, of every nationality and language level.
• Small classes, maximum of 8 students per class/language level (average size per class = 6)
• 4 hours/day when there are 3 to 8 students per language level
  3 hours/day when there are 2 students per language level
  2 hours/day when there is 1 student in a language level
  for the same course fee

Language levels

• There are 6 language levels possible (the average amount of language levels per course is between 4 and 6).If you want to learn more about what each language level means, please visit the Language Level Page .
  When registering for a course, you are asked to indicate your level and give us some extra information about the materials you used, how many lessons you have already had, etc. However, since all participants have other mother tongues, have used different course materials in their countries or have learned with different teaching methods, we will ask you to take a brief placement test on the first day of the course in order to be sure about your level and assign you to the appropriate class.

Daily schedule

• Classes take place between 9.30 and 13.30
• The last day of the course, Easter Saturday, classes end at 13.30.
• There will be a break of 30 minutes every day.
• At least 4 afternoon activities are offered. Most of the activities last from 1½ to 3 hours.

Daily schedule for the Absolute Beginners & Beginners 1 Language level

• You follow the entire program and cultural activities as the other group participants. However, no level test is needed on Monday morning.
• Classes take place between 14.30 and 17.30
• You will have 3 hours/daily in a class of maximum 4 students, total of 18 hours (or 2 hours/day when you are alone in the level)
• 6 teaching days
• There will be a break of 20 minutes every day
• At least 4 afternoon activities are offered. Most of the activities last from 1½ to 3 hours.

Location & additional info

• The classes take place at the local primary school of Nafplion.
• On the Google map below, you can zoom in in order to see where the school is located.
• For information about Nafplion, travel info, and much more, please visit our Nafplion page.If you wish, we can book accommodation for you in Nafplion. Please visit our Accommodation Page. or you can book accommodation yourself; click here for more tips about accommodation in Nafplion.

Take a look at the video to get a better idea