Languages · Beginner
Start speaking Spanish in four weeks, from zero
A small-group online programme at level A1 that teaches pronunciation, listening, reading and basic grammar, so you can handle simple everyday situations.
- 8 lessons of 60 minutes
- Groups of up to 6 learners
- Recordings of every lesson
- Tasks and tests after each topic
- 14-day refund policy
Why starting Spanish feels harder than it should
Many adults decide to learn Spanish for travel, work, relocation or simply because they love the sound of the language. Then they open an app, memorise a few dozen words, and discover that they still cannot say a full sentence out loud. Without someone to correct the pronunciation or answer a question on the spot, motivation fades within a couple of weeks.
Another common problem is time. A fixed evening class on the other side of the city is difficult to combine with work and family. Self-study books are flexible, but they do not tell you when you are making the same mistake for the tenth time.
This programme was built for exactly that situation. It is an online course for complete beginners, taught in a small group so that the teacher can hear you speak and respond to your questions. You learn on a clear schedule, yet every lesson is recorded, so a missed session never leaves a gap.
Over four weeks you work through the foundations of level A1 of the Common European Framework: the sounds of Spanish, the first grammar patterns, and the vocabulary you need for simple, daily conversations.
What you will be able to do
By the end of the first month you will have a working base in Spanish.
- Pronounce Spanish sounds with confidence
You practise vowels, consonants and stress until reading aloud feels natural.
- Understand slow, clear speech
Listening practice in every lesson trains your ear for the rhythm of the language.
- Read short texts and simple messages
You learn the spelling rules that make Spanish easy to read once you know them.
- Introduce yourself and talk about your daily life
Name, origin, work, family and routines become sentences you can say without notes.
- Use the most common verbs in the present tense
You build the grammar base that every later level depends on.
- Ask and answer simple questions
Practise the questions you need in shops, cafés, hotels and on the street.
- Act out simple everyday situations
Short role plays prepare you for real conversations.
- Check your own progress
Built-in tests show your mistakes straight away so you can correct them.
- 4
- weeks of lessons
- 8
- lessons of 60 minutes
- 6
- learners per group at most
- 4
- modules in the programme
The method: speak early, correct often
The course is built on the idea that a language is a skill, not a subject to memorise. From the first lesson you hear Spanish, repeat it and use it, even if it is only a few words. Grammar is introduced when you need it to say something real, not as a list of rules to learn in advance.
Each lesson combines a short presentation of new material, guided practice with the teacher and a task that you complete on your own. Because the groups are small, everyone speaks in every lesson. The teacher can adjust the pace and explain again anything that was unclear.
Alongside the language, the lessons introduce a little of the culture of the Spanish-speaking world: how people greet each other, what they eat and how everyday life differs between countries. This context helps new words stay in memory.
How the course works
The programme runs for one month and includes eight lessons, two per week, each lasting 60 minutes. Lessons take place online in a webinar format on the group's schedule, so you only need a computer or phone with a stable connection. You can join from home, from the office or while travelling.
If you cannot attend a live lesson, you can watch the recording at a time that suits you. Each recorded lesson contains a video presentation, a task on the topic and a short control test. The test shows your mistakes immediately, so you can see what to review before the next lesson.
Learning materials come in several forms: audio, texts and exercises, so you can practise listening, reading and writing. Exercises adapt to your level, including interactive dictations. If you run into a technical problem, support is available on the learning platform.
The programme
Four weeks, two lessons each week, building step by step from the first sounds to simple conversations.
1Week 1 — First sounds and first wordsGet to know the alphabet, the sounds and the first phrases you need.2 live lessons · 2 hours
- The Spanish alphabet and the rules of pronunciation
- Greetings, introductions and polite phrases
- Numbers, countries and nationalities
2Week 2 — Talking about yourselfBuild your first real sentences about who you are.2 live lessons · 2 hours
- The verbs ser and estar: when to use which
- Family, professions and personal details
- Articles, gender and plural nouns
3Week 3 — Daily life and routinesDescribe what you do every day and ask others about their day.2 live lessons · 2 hours
- Regular verbs in the present tense
- Daily routine, time and days of the week
- Question words and how to ask questions
4Week 4 — Everyday situationsPut the language to work in simple practical dialogues.2 live lessons · 2 hours
- At a café and in a shop: ordering and paying
- Directions, places in the city and transport
- Role-play dialogues and a final review test
- Your next steps after level A1
What you get
- Eight live lessons of 60 minutes
Two lessons per week in a group of up to six learners.
- Recordings of every lesson
Watch a missed session whenever it suits you.
- Video presentations with tasks
Every recorded lesson includes a task on the topic.
- A control test after each topic
Instant feedback shows your mistakes straight away.
- Interactive dictations
Exercises adapt to your level and train listening and spelling.
- Audio, text and exercise materials
A variety of resources for every way of learning.
- A personal account on the learning platform
Your login and password are sent to your email.
- Technical support
Help is available if something does not work on the platform.
Flexible learning around your schedule
You can study from almost anywhere: at home, on a business trip, during a break at work or on the way. All you need is an internet connection and a quiet few minutes for the tasks and tests.
Live lessons give structure and a rhythm that many learners need to keep going. The recordings add flexibility, so a busy week does not mean falling behind. Together, they let you keep a steady pace without rearranging your life.
Because the group is small, you will not get lost in the crowd. The teacher knows what you find difficult and returns to it, and you get used to speaking Spanish in front of other people from the very first week.
Is this course for you?
This course is for you if…
- You have never studied Spanish, or you know only a few words and want a solid start.
- You prefer learning with a teacher and a small group to working through an app alone.
- You want a clear schedule but also the option to watch lessons in recording.
- You plan to travel, work or live in a Spanish-speaking environment and need practical basics.
- You want to build the foundation for higher levels of Spanish later on.
Probably not a fit if…
- You already speak Spanish at an elementary level or above; you would be repeating material you know.
- You expect to become fluent in a single month; level A1 is a first step, not the end of the road.
- You want a completely self-paced course with no live lessons at all.
- You are looking for one-to-one tutoring tailored entirely to your own timetable.
After the course
After four weeks you will be able to introduce yourself, talk about your family, work and daily routine, and handle simple situations such as ordering food or asking for directions. You will read short texts and understand slow, clear speech.
More important, you will have the habit of studying regularly and the confidence to speak, even when you make mistakes. That confidence is the real obstacle for most beginners, and it is much easier to overcome in a small group.
You will also know exactly which topics need more practice, thanks to the tests. That makes it simple to continue to the next level, A2, where you learn to talk about your life, your country and your plans in more detail.
Questions before you order
How much time do I need per week?
Plan for two lessons of 60 minutes each week, plus about 30 to 60 minutes for the tasks and tests. If you miss a live lesson, you will also need time to watch the recording.
Do I need any prior knowledge of Spanish?
No. The course starts from the very beginning and is designed for people who do not know the language or know only a few words.
How does access work after payment?
After you order, a login and password for the learning platform are sent automatically to the email you provide. You can sign in and start with your first lesson straight away.
What is the refund policy?
You can request a full refund within 14 days of purchase if the course is not what you expected.
What format are the lessons in?
Live lessons are held online as webinars with a teacher in a group of up to six learners. Each lesson is also available as a recording with a video presentation, a task and a control test.
What if I miss a live lesson?
A recording of the lesson is available, so you can watch it whenever it suits you and catch up before the next session.
Will the materials stay available after the course ends?
The lesson recordings, tasks and materials stay in your personal account on the learning platform, so you can return to them to review.
What equipment do I need?
A computer, tablet or phone with an internet connection, and headphones with a microphone so that you can listen and speak during live lessons.
How do I know if level A1 is right for me?
If you cannot yet hold a basic conversation in Spanish, A1 is the right level. If you already know the basics, a short level test helps to decide whether a higher level suits you better.
Start speaking Spanish this month
Eight lessons, a small group and a clear path from your first words to simple everyday conversations.