Spanish Language Lessons for Adults
I'm looking for recommendations for Spanish language lessons for adults. I want to be comfortable traveling in Spanish-speaking countries, asking for directions and understanding the answers, and maybe even holding my own in a friendly conversation. Also learning a new language contributes to brain plasticity and a better old age, which I'm rapidly approaching. I live in West Berkeley. Thanks.
Apr 26, 2017
Parent Replies
I'm not sure if this is exactly what you're looking for, but for about a year I have been taking weekly Skype lessons with a fantastic woman named Miriam, who lives in Guatemala. She doesn't speak much English, so you'd need to be prepared to dive right into Spanish. I was barely over beginner status when I started with her, and it was fine. She only charges $10/hour, is incredibly friendly/funny/talkative, and she'll have you up and running in no time. Her email is miriamdez [at] yahoo.es if you're interested!
-Paula
Hi, I would recommend Ilona Sturm. She is a West Berkeley resident who has lived in Spanish-speaking countries, and has taught the Spanish Conversation class at Berkeley Adult School for many years. Her email address is her name (all run together) at yahoo-dot-com.
Hi, I recommend to check out the Mesoamerica Institute. They have Spanish lessons for adults at different levels of proficiency. They are located by the Straberry Creek park. https://mesoamerica.org/