Are you wary about accumulating school debt and unsure if college or university is the right next step for you? Have you considered taking a year off? If so, Wonder Away’s gap year program has what you need! It is an affordable opportunity to explore your interests, gain new perspective and enhance your professional skills with many of our instructor certification courses. Your gap year will focus on professional gains by obtaining instructor certification in a career of your choice. Thus, turning the world into your classroom! After all, hands-on practical experience often teaches us many valuable lessons that go far beyond the traditional classroom.

Wonder Away caters to individuals interested in taking a year off. We offer instructor certification courses which are customizable and complemented with flexible enrollments and all-inclusive accommodations. Based out of Costa Rica, our beachside campus is in the extraordinary town of Tamarindo, along with a nearby volunteer project at a vibrant permaculture, community garden, and wildlife rescue center. Come explore the limitless possibilities of your gap year in this breathtaking destination. Discover a welcoming community, forge new connections, and perhaps find a new place to call home, even if it is only for a little while. Wonder Away await your gap year adventure!

Our gap year program provides local and international students with affordable instructor certification courses that lead to employment and entrepreneurial opportunities around the world. Embrace a journey filled with both personal and professional development while opening doors to opportunities around the globe. Taking a year off might be the best decision you could make for yourself.

We provide you with the opportunity to receive a ‘degree’ in a variety of fields for a fraction of the time and cost of traditional schooling. Our ‘degrees’ will not only lead to instant employment opportunities all around the globe, but will also open a plethora of doors, both professionally and personally, thus changing the trajectory of one’s future in a dramatic way. We want students to discover new passions and acquire valuable skills while they build confidence and experience the beauty of Costa Rica.

Instructor Certification Courses

Available to anyone at any time of the year. We have a variety of courses that provide globally accepted instructor licenses.

Our courses begin on the 1st of every month and range between 4- 25 weeks in length. Typically, these courses can be costly and have rigorous training schedules that are condensed into the shortest amount of time possible, leaving no time for anything else. To promote a higher curriculum retention, we offer the same amount of training extended over a longer period, affording students the freedom to pursue other interests and activities here in Costa Rica. 

Our Globally recognized instructor certification courses include:

• Scuba diving
• Yoga
• Fishing guide
• Standup Paddle Board (SUP)
• Sailing
• Freediving
• Spearfishing
• Permaculture design
• Wildlife rescue
• Spanish school
• Surfing

DAILY SCHEDULE – What your time will look like here! 

Regardless of the length of enrollment everyone will share the same weekly schedule. This allows friends, siblings, and classmates to participate in whichever program that interests them most, while remaining together for the majority of the time. These typically operate from 8 am- 2 pm. 

GROUP ACTIVITIES • Sports, sunsets at the beach, hikes, music, movie nights, wellness training, arts & crafts, cooking/dancing classes, etc.

TOURS • Popular nearby activities that require transportation; depart in the morning and can last up to the entire day.

OVERNIGHT GETAWAYS • Students travel to popular Costa Rican destinations, and these include 1-2 nights of lodging plus tours.

VOLUNTEER • Every Sunday 12- 4pm; beach clean-ups, animal shelters, recycling, youth organizations, community outreach, etc.

Our gap year program offers simplicity, flexibility, affordability, and cultural exchange. You will have ample opportunities to bask in the sunshine and indulge in your passion for travel. Enjoy immersing yourself in Costa Rican customs, etiquette, daily life, and local traditions. You will witness stunning sunsets, explore local markets, and reside near the jungle where howler monkeys become your new alarm clock. You will find yourself engaging in local events, visiting cultural sites, national parks, volcanoes, waterfall hikes and visiting a variety of breathtaking Costa Rican beaches.

Costa Rica is the gateway to pushing past comfort zones, igniting your inner passion, trying new things such as local foods, meeting new people, fostering independence, honing curiosity and mindfully seeking the life you dream of. This inevitably leads you to diverse opportunities for personal and professional growth. This gap year experience will inevitably be seen positively by employers, enhancing your resume, and contributing to a more well-rounded professional profile setting you apart from the rest. 

Taking a year off in Costa Rica will highlight your ability to be adaptable, culturally aware and prove your willingness to step outside your comfort zone. Embrace language exchange opportunities and relish the chance to travel while connecting with others from around the world. You are designed to succeed and born to flourish. This gap year opportunity in Costa Rica will open doors to a life filled with adventure. 

Taking a year off to explore this gap year program can be a valuable experience for personal growth, learning, and self-discovery. Other benefits coupled with our professional certification programs, lie in exploring cultural immersion opportunities where you can improve your Spanish and gain a new world view living in a Spanish speaking country. Traveling with friends can also enhance the experience, allowing you to meet people from all around the world, while connecting to your truest desires. A gap year could be the perfect opportunity to grow, explore, and discover a new career path and a more evolved version of you.

This transformative experience can offer you a unique opportunity to reconnect with your true self. Through travel, independence, and fun experiences, you can break away from routine, gaining valuable insights and personal growth. You will fast-track your career with our professional certification programs and skip the long wait by launching your career in a short time. Taking a year off to elevate your skills and embark on a fulfilling professional journey can happen sooner than you think here at Wonder Away.

It is essential to weigh the potential benefits against any concerns and make an informed decision. Take action now and book a discovery call with a Wonder Away representative to embark on your gap year journey with us. Trust your intuition, follow your curiosity, and let adventure await as you answer the call to explore new possibilities.

Finding clarity and confidence in your decisions is a positive step. If this has addressed any of your confusion or wariness about your next steps do not hesitate to call.

Tim Ferris once said, “It isn’t enough to think outside the box. Thinking is passive. Get used to acting outside the box.” Find out what its like to take a gap year in Costa Rica, acting outside the box, here with us at Wonder Away!

Contact the Wonder Away team!

info@wonderaway.com

WhatsApp: +506-8864-0742

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