The school in Rio offers students modern, comfortable facilities in a convenient downtown location. We are just blocks from the Uruguaiana metro station and close to the famous SAARA, a flea market where you can find anything at amazingly inexpensive prices. Nearby is the renowned Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil, one of the liveliest cultural centers in Brazil, and Praça XV de Novembro, where you can take a ferry ride and enjoy beautiful scenery.

The school was established in 1984 and moved to newly renovated facilities in 2006. It features 10 classrooms with TVs and DVD players, central heat and air-conditioning, computers with free Internet, and WiFi. It is in the same building is an amazing café where you can taste Brazil’s world-famous coffee. You'll find the staff at the school welcoming and professional, and always ready to help you with whatever you may need during your time in Rio.

At BridgeAbroad we care about your progress and know that quality teachers are a fundamental part of how quickly you’ll learn Portuguese. All of our teachers have university degrees and have been especially trained in our unique methodology. They are selected for their outgoing and dynamic personalities, their patience, creativity, friendliness and most importantly, for their enthusiasm for teaching.
As you can see from the following selected profiles of a few of our Portuguese instructors, our qualified teaching staff comes from a variety of backgrounds. What they have in common, though, is a passion for teaching and a genuine interest in sharing their language and culture with you.

Rio de Janeiro
With white sandy beaches in one direction, lush green mountains in another, and the famous Christ Redeemer statue perched above it all, Rio de Janeiro is one ofthe most spectacular cities in the world. And that's just the view! Add the friendliness of the locals, the laid-back atmosphere, and the sultry tropical climate,and you'll soon see why they call Rio "A CidadeMaravilhosa" (the Marvelous City).

Rio's distinctive allure attracts visitors year-round, but the city is at its most brilliant during the famous festivities of Carnival. In five days in late February or early March, Rio comes to a virtual standstill as parties, dancing, parades, and the music of samba fill the streets. Carnival is truly the people's festival, with everyone—"Cariocas" (Rio residents) and visitors alike—welcome to join in the fun.

Although renowned for its festive atmosphere, Rio is also the headquarters to some of Brazil's largest national and multinational companies. It is a cosmopolitan city with a wide variety of restaurants, tourist attractions, and nightlife options. Rio's relaxed atmosphere, beautiful beaches, and friendly residents make learning Portuguese in this city an unforgettable experience.