12 April 2026 – 25 April 2026
Programs and prices
Language and cultural immersion in Italy
The Campus
The RiPonza Campus was created with the goal of revitalizing the village of Arcinazzo Romano, an Italian gem that fights depopulation by offering its beauty, history, and the warmth of its people to those who want to learn our language.
By choosing a 2 or 4-week stay, you won’t become just a student, but a “temporary resident” immersed in an unparalleled cultural experience.
The distinctive feature of RiPonza is constant learning, which isn’t confined within classroom walls but is present in every activity: here you learn Italian by living it!
Every moment of the day is transformed into a targeted educational opportunity, whether it’s making fettuccine with the village ladies, visiting a vineyard, shaping clay in a ceramics workshop, or trying your hand at painting, engraving, and local crafts.
From shopping at the market to nature excursions, to dinners at local restaurants, every gesture is supported by linguistic and cultural activities designed to help you acquire words and expressions naturally. All of this is enriched by direct contact with the local community, people you can communicate with in Italian, rediscovering the value of a village that still has so much to offer.
To discover in detail all the workshops and wonders that await you, keep reading.
The RiPonza General Program*
*Some events and activities may vary depending on the time of year
Teaching and Training
- Italian language lessons in the classroom with qualified teachers.
- Creative writing workshops and theater workshops.
- Targeted educational activities integrated into every single field experience
Artisan and Artistic Workshops
- Hands-on experiences in local crafts (bags, sewing, etc.).
- Ceramics, painting, and engraving workshops with village artists.
- Cooking lessons: homemade pasta (fettuccine, gnocchi, ravioli), traditional sauces and desserts, including the classic tiramisu
Agri-food Excellence (visits and workshops)
- Il Marrone: discovering the native chestnut and its derivatives (liqueurs, cookies, creams).
- L’Ape Nutrice: beehive visit and workshop on honey-based food and cosmetic products.
- Cantina Michael Formiconi: tour of the Cesanese vineyard and tasting among the vines.
- Maese: the secrets of craft beer production.
- Azienda Agricola La Ponzese: immersion in the genuine agricultural products of the territory.
Weekday Excursions (history and culture)
- Archaeology and Spirituality: Villa of Trajan, Certosa di Trisulti, Monasteries of San Benedetto and Santa Scolastica, Rocca dei Borgia in Subiaco.
- Art and History Villages: Cervara with its impressive artists’ staircase, Anticoli Corrado with its extensive Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Alatri with its majestic Cyclopean walls, and Anagni, the city of the Popes.
- UNESCO Heritage: Villa Adriana and Villa d’Este in Tivoli.
Weekend Trips
- Great Art Cities: Rome, Florence and Pisa, Naples and Pompeii. Learn more
Socializing and Recreational Learning
- Treasure hunts through the village streets, film forums, community interviews and role-playing games.
- Festive moments: karaoke, folk dancing and international dinners for cultural exchange.
- Aperitifs and lunches and dinners at typical restaurants to savor local food and wine.
Participation Fees
Price List
- 2 weeks – €1,300. The price includes:
- accommodation in a shared double or triple room
- transfer to and from Roma Termini Station – Arcinazzo Romano
- welcome aperitif to meet the staff and community
- educational visits
- 4 day trips
- 4 weeks – €2,100. The price includes:
- accommodation in a shared double or triple room
- transfer to and from Roma Termini Station – Arcinazzo Romano
- welcome aperitif to meet the staff and community
- educational visits
- 8 day trips
The fee does not include
- Additional transportation: transfer to and from the airport to Roma Termini Station (and vice versa).
- Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), except for the welcome aperitif and tastings included in the workshops. Everyone will have a kitchen available to cook local products purchased during activities.
- Local mobility: public transport tickets and local travel not expressly indicated in the program.
- Weekend trips.
- Entrance fees and visits: admission tickets to museums, monuments, and archaeological sites, as well as the cost of any professional tour guides.
- Extra activities: the specific cost for rafting and other optional experiences not included in the base fee.
Extra costs per person
If you would like a different option from the standard shared room, you can customize your stay with the following extras*:
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- Single room in large apartment (shared with 4-6 people) +€30.00
- Single room in small apartment (shared with 1-2 people): +€40.00
- Double room in apartment for 2 people: +€5.00
- Private apartment (single use): +€90.00
- Private apartment (double use): +€30.00
* Costs are for a 2-week period
