Finals are approaching, and you’re sitting in a cramped desk staring jealously at the sun outside. What will motivate you to get through this painful time?

Knowing that you are enrolled in a CRROBS summer course and that very soon you will be coming down to Costa Rica for the adventure of a lifetime.

Whether you’re looking to surf in warm waters, raft world class rivers, learn about yourself, or simply gather stories that will make your friends “rainforest green” with envy, CRROBS offers a variety of courses for all Summer 2009 Adventure Seekers.

Multi-Element: Raft. Hike. Surf. Kayak. Camp under tropical stars. Milk cows. Eat homemade “dulce.” Count sheep… Well, no not really, you’re not dreaming. This fantasy course actually exists and is offered all summer long. Choose from our 15-day or 24-day adventures.

Surf Intensive: Whether this is your first time on a board or you’ve been surfing your whole life, CRROBS’ surf courses will blow you away with our professional, personalized instruction on remote beaches complete with warm water waves, monkey sightings, and national reserves. Choose from our 15-day or 30-day surf intensives.

Summer Semester: Sixty days of hiking across the country, interacting with native Costa Ricans, completing a homestay session, rafting, surfing, and perfecting your Spanish. Earn college credit. For specific dates see here.

Spanish Emphasis: Love Spanish so much it hurts? Want to come back after one summer and impress your teacher with your improved accent? Want to eat delicious Central American food for a whole month? Do our Spanish Emphasis course. Just do it. You’ve never had a better chance to improve a skill that is increasingly important in a globalized world—learning another language. Go here to find out more details.

Reef & Rainforest: This course offers the best activities of Costa Rica and Panama. This itinerary fuses homestays, rafting, biking in Panama, and becoming SCUBA certified in Bocas del Toro in 15-days. Details and dates here.

Summer Sea Kayaking Paddle Adventure: What better way better way to explore the tropical waters, inlets, and bays of Costa Rica and Panama than by sea kayak? With the opportunity to view miles of gorgeous coastline, marine life, and exotic fish, this course is the perfect combination of exploration, physical challenge, and breathtaking views. Details and dates here.

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