Centro Culturale Giacomo Puccini |
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Founded in 1988 the Italian language school located in Tuscany, Viareggio at the seaside, offers a wide range of different Italian language programs from the popular standard language course to individual tuition. The italian courses are conceived with the idea of combining a beautiful holiday with a study vacation; a challenging program of study and some of the most beautiful beaches in Italy close to some of the most important historical cities in the world. Accommodation in apartments, pension, hotels available.
The school is located in a two-story building right across from a traffic-free park in the centre of Viareggio and contains the following facilities: 9 large classrooms, TV room, Reception area, Internet points (free of charge), Lounge area, Coffee-machine, drinks and snacks area, Information point about Viareggio and Tuscany, an outdoor terrace, gazebo, and a small garden; wheelchair access.
Centro Culturale Giacomo Puccini is based in Viareggio, Tuscany,
The Italian language school Centro Puccini is located in the seaside town Viareggio, in the heart of the Tuscan Riviera. Endless beaches with palm trees, shopping streets, and an exciting night life make Viareggio a popular holiday destination.
The school is located in a quiet but nevertheless central area of the town, just a few minutes from the popular market place and the beach. Centro Puccini offers a wide variety of courses held by highly qualified language teachers in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. In the afternoons and on the weekend our friendly school staff organizes a guided activity program which allows students to get to know each other better and exploring picturesque places.
The italian courses are conceived with the idea of combining a beautiful holiday with a study vacation; a challenging program of study and some of the most beautiful beaches in Italy close to some of the most important historical cities in the world. The perfect place to combine study and vacation.
Students can choose between group courses, individual lessons or a combination of both. Persons who need to improve their knowledge of Italian for business can decide to attend our professional Italian courses and students interested in Italian cuisine or music will find special courses for their interests and hobbies. For senior students Centro Puccini offers a special course which combines language study with visits and excursions in the afternoons.
The school is an accredited center for the examination of the Italian Certificate Firenze and offers also preparation courses for the different Italian language exams.
Main emphasis of all lessons is the spoken language, which ensures that the constant encouragement in communication provides a natural way of learning Italian. Therefore theory and praxis soon become one and the progress is quick; in the advanced courses a higher emphasis is also placed on the written word.
The school is located in a quiet but nevertheless central area of the town, just a few minutes from the popular market place and the beach. Centro Puccini offers a wide variety of courses held by highly qualified language teachers in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. In the afternoons and on the weekend our friendly school staff organizes a guided activity program which allows students to get to know each other better and exploring picturesque places.
The italian courses are conceived with the idea of combining a beautiful holiday with a study vacation; a challenging program of study and some of the most beautiful beaches in Italy close to some of the most important historical cities in the world. The perfect place to combine study and vacation.
Students can choose between group courses, individual lessons or a combination of both. Persons who need to improve their knowledge of Italian for business can decide to attend our professional Italian courses and students interested in Italian cuisine or music will find special courses for their interests and hobbies. For senior students Centro Puccini offers a special course which combines language study with visits and excursions in the afternoons.
The school is an accredited center for the examination of the Italian Certificate Firenze and offers also preparation courses for the different Italian language exams.
Main emphasis of all lessons is the spoken language, which ensures that the constant encouragement in communication provides a natural way of learning Italian. Therefore theory and praxis soon become one and the progress is quick; in the advanced courses a higher emphasis is also placed on the written word.
 online course |
 instructor-led class |
 learn at home |
 group study |
 self-directed study |
 cd-based training |
 DVD video training |
 printed book |
 e-book digital book |
 workshop seminar |
 train the trainer |
 computer-based learning |
 discount pricing |
 online tutorial |
Firenze Diploma Examination Course
: This course is lasts 4 weeks and consists of 80 lessons of general Italian language and 40 lessons of examination preparation.
: This course is lasts 4 weeks and consists of 80 lessons of general Italian language and 40 lessons of examination preparation.Intensive Italian Plus-10 Course
: This course consists of 4 lessons of standard language course plus 2 extra lessons of private tuitions, resulting in a total of 30 lessons per week.
Intensive Italian Plus-5 Course
: This course consists of 4 lessons of Italian language group course plus 1 extra lesson of private tuition, resulting in a total of 25 lessons per week.
Italian Academic Year - Gap Year
: The Italian Academic Year "Gap Year" consists of 32 weeks' study, a total of 650 lessons which include 480 lessons of the standard language course, 80 lessons of exam preparation
and 80 academic lessons (Italian civilisation and history, art history, business Italian, history of Italian fashion and design). The final 10 hours consist of final research: 10 contact hours of tutoring.
Students can take part in the weekly cultural and social activities organized by the school.
There are special offers for accommodation available - please ask!
Italian Carnival week course
: In the morning students attend Italian lessons to improve their language skills and knowledge of the Italian culture. In the afternoon guided visists to the carnival parades in Viareggio are organized.
Italian Culinary Arts for Professionals
: This course is an introduction to professional Italian cooking with 5 meetings per week.
Italian Language and Culture for Seniors
: This course is specifically designed for more mature students over the age of 50. Students will learn Italian in a pleasant and relaxing environment, accompanied by a wide variety of cultural activities.
Long Term Italian CSN Course for Swedish students
: This course with a duration of 13 weeks is reserved only for Swedish students with "CSN" study grants or loans.
Professional Italian Courses
: The professional courses consist of four lessons in the Standard Italian Course plus two private tutorials on the selected professional field, each day.
Standard Italian Course
: The Standard Italian Course is offered from all the year round at all levels. This is the most popular course and it is ideal for the majority of the students. The classes cover all aspects of the Italian language.
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Head Office
Via Vespucci 173 Viareggio Tuscany 55049 |
