Since 1995 we have offered Greek language courses in Greece, on the Greek island of Ikaria, for students of all language levels. Many interpreters and translators, diplomats, classicists, university students and teachers have participated in our Greek language courses during all these years. However, the atmosphere in the lessons is very friendly. Students learn through a multitude of language games and activities. Learn Greek in Greece, take one of our Greek language courses!
Greek Language Courses in Greece, island Ikaria: Learn Greek in Greece
Learn Greek in Greece, island Ikaria: combine structured intensive lessons with mountain hikes, local traditions and authentic island life.
Greek Immersion & Homestay in Ikaria | Live with your Teacher
Greek immersion in Ikaria. Enjoy structured intensive lessons combined with 24/7 living with your teachers in a unique homestay environment.
Winter long term Greek language course in Greece
Intensive long-term winter Greek language courses for students who can have at least some limited skills. After your registration we’ll contact you in order to estimate your skills in Greek language. For the winter of 2026 we are scheduling the courses from February 15 to March 29, 2026. You can register for 2 (new)) up…
Online Greek language courses
Register in our Greek on-line language lessons and start learning or improving your skills in Greek language under the supervision of experienced Greek teachers. Our Greek language lessons are focusing on the development of listening / speaking skill.
Schedule & availability
Select the month to check availability & scheduled courses and activities. Click on the course / activity name for more info and registration forms.
The guesthouse – a learning community
Staying at our guesthouse is an integral part of the learning experience, offering students a unique “home away from home” in the heart of the island’s Blue Zone. Designed to foster connection and cultural immersion, the estate provides a serene environment where students live and study together as a close-knit community. Because the classrooms are located just steps away from the rooms, your daily life transitions seamlessly from morning lessons to relaxed afternoons of study or conversation.
Each student enjoys the privacy of an independent room with a private bathroom and kitchenette, while the expansive communal areas—including the large shared kitchen and sun-drenched terraces—become the heart of social life. The site offers spectacular, unobstructed views of the Aegean Sea, providing a peaceful backdrop for reflection between classes. A short, scenic walk leads to the traditional village of Arethousa, allowing easy access to local life. Here, the Greek language comes to life naturally through shared meals and the collective energy of fellow learners, all within a quiet, intentional space dedicated to academic focus.
More about living and learning at Ikarian Centre
Experience
A series of activities for those who wish to travel to Ikaria to discover its wild beauty, integrate into the local community and develop healthy socialization.
Hiking Ikaria & Discover Ikarian nature
Experience the wild beauty of Ikaria at your own pace. Stay at our mountain sanctuary, wander through ancient paths, and become part of our local community through curated cultural activities.
Community stay
Experience the island not as a tourist, but as a member of a vibrant micro-community. The culture and community stay is designed for solo travelers, digital nomads and travelers who seek a sanctuary for healthy socialization and cultural connection without the commitment of Greek language lessons.
Host your course or group at Ikarian Centre
We offer exclusive, serene accommodation for groups of 8-16, featuring private rooms and a 40m² studio for yoga, workshops, or meetings. Nestled in nature, it provides the perfect, private setting for retreats, courses and meetings in the heart of Ikaria. For more details, visit Experience at Ikarian Centre
Reviews
Lessons in language and life on the Greek island of Ikaria
By Anna Hestler
January 31, 2013
At a mini-market on the Greek island of Ikaria, I study the labels on various items, trying to decipher their meaning. It’s been three days since I left my Greek husband back in New York and dove headfirst into a local language immersion course. I’m feeling a tad out of my depth.
