Spanish for True Beginners
Go from zero to your first real Spanish conversations, in a small, supportive class that actually makes it click. No experience needed, and if a class left you lost before, that was not your fault.
One of the two starting courses in your A1 Roadmap to Fluency.
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Confirm this is your level
True Beginners needs no prior Spanish. Not sure? Take the Level Placement Test.
Pick your class section
Choose the online or Falls Church section that fits your schedule.
Show up and practice
Add clubs and tutoring to keep speaking between classes.
Every class section
Online Sections
Falls Church Sections
Spring 2027
In person · Falls Church, map
Saturdays, 12:30–2:30pm ET
4/17 – 7/3*Not 5/29, 6/19
EnrollBy the end of this course
Enunciate Spanish words and use essential everyday expressions.
Introduce yourself and navigate daily life in Spanish.
Use common verbs, greetings, and personal introductions with ease.
Ask and answer questions about yourself and others with confidence.
Practice real-world situations through guided role-play.
What we'll cover
Classes are taught almost entirely in Spanish, so you are speaking from day one. We use a flipped-classroom model, so you review short materials at home and spend class time on real conversation and practice.
Mastering the Spanish alphabet and pronunciation
Greeting others, introducing yourself, and sharing how you feel
Describing where you live and learning about Spanish-speaking countries
Discussing birthdays, telling time, and understanding costs
Talking about animals and pets
Expressing likes and dislikes with present-tense verbs
Introducing family members and favorite hobbies
Exploring professions with "ser" and locations with "estar"
Describing people's appearance and personality
Final review and putting it all together
Take it solo, or go all in
Just this course
$599 à la carte
- All ten sessions of Spanish for True Beginners
- Every course material included
- Take it online or in Falls Church
- Perfect if you want to try us first
The A1 Roadmap to Fluency
$550 per course
- All four A1 courses for the year
- More than $500 in annual club and lesson credits
- Seat priority and locked-in pricing
- Steady momentum all the way to your A1 Exit Exam
Everything comes with it
- A digital course syllabus with all weekly topics, objectives, homework, and solution guides.
- Interactive student materials for all ten classes.
- A OneNote class notebook for notes, recordings, and collaborative activities.
- Class recordings for every online session.
What if I miss a class?
Life gets busy. You can catch up by reviewing your materials and notes, completing the homework in the syllabus, or booking a private lesson with your instructor to make up the session.
Who this course is for
Spanish for True Beginners is designed for adults with little to no prior Spanish. If you are starting from the very beginning, this is your place. No experience required, just a willingness to start.
Still not sure where you belong? Take the Level Placement Test or book a 15-minute consultation.
Practice between classes
Private Tutoring
From $42.50 · Online or Falls Church
One-on-one lessons tailored to your goals. Perfect for making up a missed class, filling gaps, or building extra confidence before you speak up in group.
Explore Private TutoringConversation Clubs
$27.50 per session · Free with the Roadmap
Real Spanish conversation in real community. The Beginner Banter Club is built for A1 through B1 learners who want to start speaking right away.
Join a Conversation ClubNeed help choosing?
Not sure which section fits, or whether to start here or with the Roadmap? Reach out and we'll help you find the right fit.
Tell us what works
If none of these times or formats fit your life, let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate you.
Complete the Scheduling SurveyLearning a language is super intimidating (at least for me), and going through this course has made it feel like it's actually something I could achieve.Danielle Danko · Spanish for True Beginners
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