Discover California with English

Los Angeles

Discover California with English

From 2340 CHF

Course start dates

22.06 / 29.06 / 06.07 / 13.07 / 20.07 / 27.07 / 03.08 / 10.08.2025

Key points

● 18 English lessons per week

● Explore Southern California

● American host families

School details

Levels: A1-Beginner to C1-Advanced

Accommodation: Host family - twin shared room

FREE transfers: From Los Angeles International (LAX)

Arrivals/Departure: Arrivals are on Sundays with departures on Saturdays

Age range: 15+ Years

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California here we come!

It may be known as the Sunshine State, but California has so much more to offer than just year round sunny, blue skies - not that we’re saying that’s a disadvantage, of course!

For teens aged 15+

 

Summer & Winter seasons!

In this camp, friLingue helps you explore the best that Southern California has to offer, all while improving your English skills with that bubbly California flare! From the beaches, to theme parks and the culture spots, this programme guarantees to give you more than just a taste of the USA’s most famous state.

 

So, what will you get upto?
During your 3 weeks in Southern California, you’re gonna see everything that the movies & TV shows have had you dreaming about: you’ll visit the stars in Beverly Hills, before becoming a star yourself down in Hollywood; you’ll ride the rollercoasters at Disneyland and Universal Studios; visit Downtown LA, Old Town Pasadena and much, much more!

 

If you’re lucky enough to be coming during the summer season, you’ll also be offered the chance to enjoy MLB baseball game as well as a beach tip or two!

 

Here’s a comprehensive list of what you’ll see during your time here:•Hollywood • Beverly Hills •Old Town Pasadena •Disneyland • Huntington Library • Downtown LA • USC Tour • Ontario Mills Mall • Universal Studios • Museum of Contemporary Art • California Science Center • Victoria Gardens • Santa Anita Mall • Farewell Party • Beach Trip (Optional During Summer Only) • MLB Baseball Game (Optional During Summer Only)

 

Camp location & accommodation
The camp is based in the Citrus College campus, located just minutes away from Downtown LA in the delightful suburb of Glendora.

 

Students are accommodated in reputable and carefully chosen American host families, so you won’t just be exploring Southern California, you’ll become a part of the Californian family lifestyle! You’ll be housed in a twin room with another student and the family will provide you with breakfast and dinner on weekdays, breakfast on Saturdays and three meals on Sundays.

 

English classes
If you’re gonna be exploring and living your very own California dream, you’re gonna need the language to do so, right? That’s exactly why this camp includes 18 English lessons each week with professional and highly trained American English teachers. Class groups consist of less than 20 students and are all made-up according to both age and proficiency level. Weekly sports activities are also offered on campus.

 

So don’t hesitate, get yourself over here, join us and experience the sunny side of life here in Southern California!

Course duration:
1 - 9 Weeks
Levels:
A1-Beginner to C1-Advanced
Age group:
Juniors
Start dates:

Summer
29.06 / 06.07 / 13.07 / 20.07 / 27.07 / 03.08 / 10.08.2025

Language Courses:
English
About this course:
If you’re gonna be exploring and living your very own California dream, you’re gonna need the language to do so, right? That’s exactly why this camp includes 18 hours of English lessons each week with professional and highly trained American English teachers. Class groups consist of less than 20 students and are all made-up according to both age and proficiency level. Weekly sports activities are also offered on campus. Included in the price: 18 lessons of English per week Use of college computer lab and library. Weekly sports and activities on campus. T-shirt, textbooks, and certificate of completion. Accommodation is in a twin room and includes breakfast and dinner on weekdays, breakfast on Saturdays, and three meals on Sundays. Roundtrip airport transfer to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Registration fee

Summer

Weeks Price
1 Week 2340 CHF Book now
2 Weeks 4160 CHF Book now
3 Weeks 5890 CHF Book now
4 Weeks 7510 CHF Book now

Students are accommodated in reputable and carefully chosen American host families, so you won’t just be exploring Southern California, you’ll become a part of the Californian family lifestyle!

You’ll be housed in a twin room with another student and the family will provide you with breakfast and dinner on weekdays, breakfast on Saturdays and three meals on Sundays. At lunch time, participants can purchase tickets for the campus' cafeteria and eat on the spot.

 

All families live within 15-20 minutes drive from the college. Families will their drive students to and from the college or we will provide a shuttle bus service.

 

 

 

Accommodation Description Price Gallery
Host family - twin shared room Half board during the week, breakfast on Saturdays and three meals on Sundays. No Fee
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Arrival in LA Orientation Day ESL Class Disneyland Free Day with Host Family
Placement Test Lunch
Welcome Lunch Huntington Library USC Tour Activities on Campus Victoria Gardens Shopping

Campus Tour

Glendora Area Tour

This is a sample programme. Activities and excursions can vary significantly depending on the weather, or other factors that are beyond our control.

This camp is all about exploring the very best of southern California while improving your English. 

Acitivites include:

  • Hollywood
  • Beverly Hills
  • Old Town Pasadena
  • Disneyland
  • Huntington Library
  • Downtown LA
  • USC Tour
  • Ontario Mills Mall
  • Universal Studios
  • Museum of Contemporary Art
  • California Science Center
  • Victoria Gardens
  • Santa Anita Mall
  • Internationale Farewell Party
  • Beach Trip (Optional During Summer Only)
  • Major League Baseball (Optional During Summer Only)

Arrivals/Departure

The school offers FREE transfers to and from LAX Airport! 
Students can arrive at any time on the Sunday and still benefit from the included transfer.
Students departing after 5pm on the Saturday will incur an additional housing cost of $35.

Please find further information on the Unaccompanied Minor Service by clicking on the following link: here.

IMPORTANT!
Before making a booking, please contact us to check for availability, as some dates during the summer are already fully booked. Kindly provide us with your desired dates, and we will as quickly as possible respond with an answer.

Location




5 reasons to choose friLingue

Language Camps

17 Years

Nationality mix

friLingue is hugely popular in the domestic market as well as internationally, providing international and local Swiss students the opportunity to mix and exchange languages within the camp.

Security

We place emphasis on a young, creative and motivated teaching body and an international atmosphere with volunteers from all over the world

Locations

Our camps are held in some of Switzerland's most stunning and unique locations - expect Alpine mountains and freshwater lakes that will take your breath away!

Teaching

Our young, creative and diverse group of teachers are encouraged to use more fun and interactive methods, making the language more accessible to each student.

Small class sizes

Our classes are held in small classes of around 6 students, providing more teacher-student contact that allows the teacher to focus upon the specific learning needs of each student. Average number of students per class in 2023: 5.

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