My experience at the Spanish school, Spanish Ya, has been great so far. The teachers are friendly and very capable, the space is really nice, and it is very well organized and run. Here I am taking Spanish lessons in Nicaragua.
Where is the School
As I mentioned, the school is very close to my home stay, just outside the busy tourist beach town of San Juan del Sur. The classes are held outside on a veranda in the shade of some trees across the street from a small river. The weather has been great for outdoor schooling: blue skies and cool breezes!
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Classes are 1:1, so I sit at a table across from my teacher and we work. My teacher, Loammi, only knows a few words of English but she is very good at explaining Spanish. It’s probably for the best that she doesn’t speak English as this way I am forced to communicate in Spanish all the time in class.
Another great thing about the 1:1 is the class is tailored to my needs. I took a few tests at the beginning and Loammi was able to pinpoint my strengths and weaknesses. I am also able to ask questions about the things that trouble me with the language.
Activities after Spanish lessons
In addition to the classes, the school offers afternoon activities 3x a week for a small fee – basically at cost. I am definitely participating in some of those and looking forward to going on hikes and to the beach and exploring with my classmates and teachers.
the other students
Currently there are 4 women and 2 boys taking the morning classes there in addition to myself. Most of the women are American and my age or older and one is Australian and young. During the breaks we have been chatting a bit and one of the other women is also here solo so she is also doing activities. I am making friends there. Obviously the class will change as new students arrive each week and others finish up their Spanish studies.
wildlife or pets
The school has 2 local animals. First is a very friendly and cute rabbit who is almost tame. He or she lets people pet him he is so trusting!
Second is a crocodile who lives in the river. I hope to see Pico while I am here. If I do, I will try to get a photo!
If anyone has any questions about my Spanish lessons in Nicaragua, pop a note in the comments. If I can answer, I will!
