We’re incredibly excited and proud to share some fantastic news: our Spanish school in Antigua, Guatemala, has been highlighted in a recent article by The Telegraph!

This prestigious British newspaper published the experience of their journalist, Robyn, on her journey to master Spanish. And in her quest for fluency, our immersion program in Antigua played a crucial role!

From Duolingo to Real Conversations: Robyn’s Spanish Journey

Robyn began her Spanish adventure, like many today, through popular apps like Duolingo. While these tools are excellent for getting started with the basics, Robyn quickly discovered their limitations: the difficulty in handling complex verb tenses and the lack of practice in fluid, spontaneous conversations.

It was then that Robyn and her companion decided to take the leap into total immersion and enrolled in our intensive Spanish classes in Antigua. They opted for four hours a day of personalized, one-on-one teaching for a week.

The Magic of Face-to-Face Interaction: What Robyn Discovered

The Telegraph article vividly highlights Robyn’s transformation in just one week with her teacher, Irma de Guerra. From the very first moment, Robyn noticed the difference:

• Accelerated Progress: “Almost immediately, new phrases were flying…” and by the end of the first session, they were even covering detailed vocabulary.
• Meaningful Conversations: By the end of the week, Robyn was able to have “conversations of surprising depth” with Irma, touching on topics like music preferences, and even “the rather sombre topic of the rapid passing of time.”
• Confidence to Try: The interaction with Irma, her “individual encouragement and gentle correction,” eliminated the fear of making mistakes. Robyn found that locals “far preferred me to have a go than not try at all.”

This experience underscores a fundamental truth in language learning: “when it comes to learning a new tongue, there is no substitute for the trial and error of lively conversation.” – Robyn Wilson, The Telegraph UK

Why Our School Is the Perfect Complement to Your Learning

Robyn’s story is a powerful testament to what we offer:

1. Personalized One-on-One Approach: As Robyn experienced, our classes are designed for your individual needs, allowing for rapid and focused progress.
2. Expert and Dedicated Teachers: Our teachers, like Irma, are highly trained and patient, creating a supportive environment where you’ll feel comfortable practicing and making mistakes.
3. Total Immersion in Antigua Guatemala: Learning in an environment where Spanish is constantly spoken accelerates your fluency and allows you to practice what you’ve learned in real-life situations.
4. Proven Class Materials: We’ve spent over 20 years developing and perfecting our own materials, ensuring a logical and effective structure that complements any prior knowledge.

Your Fluency Story Starts Here!

If you’ve been using apps and feel it’s time to take the next big step towards fluency, Robyn’s experience in The Telegraph is a clear invitation. There’s nothing like real immersion to solidify your knowledge and build the confidence needed to speak Spanish fluently.

We invite you to read the full article in The Telegraph here and see how Robyn’s experience can reflect your own potential.

Ready to embark on your own immersive Spanish learning adventure in beautiful Antigua, Guatemala? Contact us today and discover how we can help you achieve your language goals!