Calgary is a prosperous and comfortable city in the province of Alberta. It’s Canada’s third biggest city with a population of 1.25 million.
Calgary is best known as host of the biggest party in Canada—the Calgary Stampede. It’s a fabulous rodeo that celebrates cowboys and cowgirls and best of the Wild West in the 21st century. Everyone in town puts on a cowboy hat. You can see bucking broncos, cattle wrestling and wagon races.
Calgary has a country and western feel with a touch of hipster. Calgarians are confident people and proud of their city. The city has some funky and original bakeries, breweries and cafes. It’s a great destination if you want to explore the ‘real’ down-to-earth Canada. There is wild country to explore; mountains to be climbed, rivers to be canoed and slopes to ski down. World famous Banff in the majestic Rocky Mountains is only 90 minutes away.
Global Village English Centres - GV Calgary
GV Calgary is a great way to enjoy high quality English lessons, whilst also having access to a large array of fun activities – including skiing, snowboarding, shopping, various festivals, kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, and much more!
where is it?
Global Village Calgary is nestled right in the heart of Alberta, with easy access to many natural beauties, including the world famous Rocky Mountains, the Bow River, and Prince’s Island Park. It was even voted the #3 most livable city in 2022!
where can I stay?
- Homestay:
Dans des familles canadiennes accueillantes. La plupart des familles d'accueil se trouvent à environ 40-50 minutes de l'école en transport en commun (bus et train).
what can I study?
- General English: (Full-time: 20 lessons per week; Intensive: 25 lessons per week; Super-Intensive – 30 lessons per week)
Lessons are 50 minutes. All skills are covered with an emphasis on communicative skills. - IELTS Exam Preparation (GV Calgary is an official IELTS Test Centre)
- Business English – focuses on the language and themes of business, careers and the professional workplace.
- 50+ Programme: afternoon and weekend activities geared to older students
- English for Academic Purposes: GV pathways to colleges and universities in Canada and the US
- Private Lessons.
good to know..
- Max class size: 16
- Average class size: 12
- School capacity: 120
- Minimum Age: 16
- Average age: 30
- Lessons are 50 minutes
- 13 classrooms: all have wi-fi internet access
- Airport transfer from CAD 110
Activities
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The school runs activities a couple of times a week. There is a mix of activities including city walks, lunch at restaurants, sports, attending professional sports, snowboarding and skiing and excursions to The Rockies.
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Calgary is also recognized as the sunniest city in Canada with over 300 days of sun.
Calgary is a young city, friendly and close to the incredible Rocky Mountains. But the cherry on the Calgary cake is the Calgary Stampede, the biggest party in Canada. Not be missed if you a real cowboy or cowgirl. Yee- ha!
