{"id":39342,"date":"2018-10-24T13:55:51","date_gmt":"2018-10-24T11:55:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/?p=39342"},"modified":"2018-10-24T13:55:51","modified_gmt":"2018-10-24T11:55:51","slug":"why-oxford-house-is-more-than-just-a-language-academy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oxfordhousebcn.com\/en\/why-oxford-house-is-more-than-just-a-language-academy\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Oxford House Is More Than Just a Language Academy"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re a student at Oxford House<\/a>, you\u2019ll know it is far more than just a language academy. It\u2019s a place to socialise, make new friends and take part in lots of exciting new activities while you\u2019re learning.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s go through some of the clubs, events and things you can get involved in while you are studying at Oxford House and help you make the most of your experience with us!<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

Happy Friday<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

Happy Friday is one of our most popular, regular events<\/strong>. Taking place once a month on a Friday<\/strong>, this language exchange<\/strong> is all about having fun and great conversations. Whether you\u2019re studying English or Spanish, you\u2019ll have lots of time to practice speaking in your preferred language.<\/p>\n

With trivia quizzes<\/strong><\/em><\/span>, music themed events, games nights, improv<\/strong><\/em><\/span> evenings and many more surprises to come, there\u2019s nothing quite like Happy Fridays anywhere in Barcelona.<\/p>\n

Sign up for our next event!<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

Chatty Thursday<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

Something special happens every first and third Thursday of the month<\/strong>. Students get together with Justin and take part in Chatty Thursday<\/a> – a dynamic and creative English conversation class.<\/p>\n

Every class has a fun theme that has everyone involved. In our past Chatty<\/strong><\/em><\/span> Thursday classes, students have taken part in a murder mystery<\/strong><\/em><\/span>, they\u2019ve organised a group holiday and they\u2019ve even created a new country!<\/p>\n

The conversation is also sometimes focused on speaking exam preparation and other practical topics. Then, when the class has finished, the conversation has only just begun – we take a short five minute walk to Zafra and continue the conversation in the cozy<\/strong><\/em><\/span> bar.<\/p>\n

For students in our General English Courses, Cambridge Courses, Business English or IELTS it\u2019s completely free to participate. And if you\u2019re not a student, it costs just \u20ac3 to join in.<\/p>\n

So, if Chatty Thursday sounds like your cup of tea<\/strong><\/em><\/span>, sign up at reception.<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

Book Club<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

The Oxford House Book Club is perfect for English and Spanish language reading fans<\/strong>. Teacher Alana Sirett will be running the English language book club and Patricia Ramos Vizoso will be running the Spanish one.<\/p>\n

The club is totally free for any General English, IELTS, Business or Cambridge students, although you will need to purchase the book yourselves. If you’re not a student on these courses, you are also welcome – paying \u20ac5 per session to reception.<\/p>\n

The book club will meet once a month for an hour and a half in the evening<\/strong>. You\u2019ll read one book per term and get together to talk about the characters, the story, what interested you most and offer your opinions. You\u2019ll also discuss the reading challenges you faced and new vocabulary and have the chance to chat with your new friends before and after the session.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s an intermediate and advanced group in English and an intermediate group in Spanish. To get involved, just get in touch with reception!<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

The Oxford House Library<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

Even if you can\u2019t make book club – reading in another language is an excellent way to improve vocabulary and comprehension. So don\u2019t miss out on<\/strong><\/em><\/span> the chance to use Oxford House\u2019s library to borrow original titles<\/strong> and graded readers<\/strong><\/em><\/span>. Whether you want to challenge yourself to reading a full novel, a short story or a magazine you\u2019ll find exactly what you\u2019re looking for here.<\/p>\n

Our graded readers are especially helpful if you want to improve your vocabulary without jumping in at the deep end<\/strong><\/em><\/span>.<\/p>\n

To get started – head over to reception, leave a \u20ac5 deposit and find yourself something to read.<\/p>\n

\"Why<\/p>\n

Enjoy the Garden<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

We\u2019re very proud of our garden. Offering space for students and teachers, it\u2019s an excellent spot to relax in, get some sun or have a conversation.<\/p>\n

Get together with your classmates and have a chat before class, relax and have a coffee, or do your homework after class<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Annual Ski Trip<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

Feeling the need for speed? Or do you have a hankering<\/strong><\/em><\/span> for some mountain adventure? Our popular annual ski trip might just be for you.<\/p>\n