Thinking to Study Arabic in Yemen?

About Yemen:
Studying at YIAL in Yemen offers a unique opportunity to experience one of the least known, but most fascinating, countries in the Middle East.
Yemen, located in the mountainous south-west corner of the Arabian peninsula, has a long, rich, diverse and unique history stretching back thousands of years. This includes the only known Queen to have ruled an Islamic country; Queen Arwa. Some of the oldest dam systems in the world; the magnificent flora, fauna and wildlife of the island of Socotra (a World Heritage site, like much of the country); the beautiful Wadi's of Hadramout; the mountain abodes of Manakha (just a short trip from the capital); the historic port of Aden with its sumptuous beaches; and much more besides. Yemen maintains its traditional culture and heritage up until today.
Studying and living in Yemen offers extensive opportunities to interact and practice Arabic with the friendly and generous people of Yemen. It is an experience you won’t soon forget.

About Yemen Institute for Arabic Language YIAL:
The Yemen Institute for Arabic Language (YIAL) is a teacher owned institute that offers a variety of courses from the beginner to advanced level in an environment where students are totally immersed in the Arabic Language. Students can choose to study Modern Standard Arabic, Classical Arabic, Yemeni Dialect, Arabic media, poetry and even calligraphy. Curriculums are tailored specifically to the student’s needs. YIAL teachers are experienced in teaching all four language skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening, and will emphasize any of them at the student’s request.

YIAL is located in Sana’a, the capital of Yemen, in a residential neighborhood. It is close to local amenities and a short bus ride from the centre of the city.

In addition to the excellent level of instruction, YIAL provides all necessary services for a seamless study adventure in Yemen such as visa processing and renewal as well as airport pick-up.

Accommodation
The institute has fully furnished flats equipped with brand-new domestic appliances. YIAL students can choose to stay in the accommodation of the institute at YIAL or in other one at the old city. The outstanding housing facility includes washing machines, kitchens, free wireless internet, satellite TV, as well as private roof and patio areas.

Activities:
The institute organizes trips almost every week to exciting spots outside of Sana’a including Aden, Taiz, and the Red Sea coast. Speakers are brought to the institute regularly to give lectures on relevant issues such as the current political situation.

What makes YIAL unique:
YIAL is unique in that the majority of teachers are also part owners in the organization. For this reason, the institute attracts some of the most experienced teachers in the country who have a vested interest in making the institute truly great. They are committed to keeping the institute small to ensure the highest quality of instruction. As a student at YIAL you have the opportunity to be a part of a small community of teachers and students who are completely devoted to the Arabic language. You will always have the option of joining the crew for activities or exploring the country and the language on your own. Either way you can count on the institute to back you up.
More…. please visit our website: www.yialarabic.com