Kelly is owner and head tutor at Adventures in Spanish. She has been creating and delivering fun and engaging Spanish lessons for learners of all ages and abilities since she returned to the UK in 2014 following an epic 20-year Adventure in South America. Check out how our Spanish courses can support you or the young learner in your life along your Spanish-learning journey here; www.adventuresinspanish.co.uk
Learning Spanish doesn’t have to mean staring at a textbook or repeating grammar drills like a robot. With the power of podcasts, you can learn while jogging, commuting, or cooking up some delicious paella. Here’s a roundup of the best Spanish podcasts for learners, whether you’re just starting out or already chatting away in Español.
Read More »The Best Spanish Podcasts for Learners of Every Level
If you live in the UK or the US and you’re finding it difficult to move forward with your Spanish it’s probably due to one of these three problems:
1. Lack of Immersion
2. Pronunciation and Accent Differences
3. Grammar and Verb Conjugations
To help in this blog post I’m going to go through each one in more detail and give you an actionable solution that will get you moving again!
Read More »The 3 biggest problems Spanish learners in the UK face
There’s something truly transformative about living within a Spanish-speaking culture that goes beyond traditional language learning. Immersion offers you the chance to experience the language as it’s naturally spoken, embedded in the everyday life and customs of the people around you. From ordering food at a local market to engaging in casual conversations with neighbours, these experiences push you to think in Spanish, accelerating your fluency in a way that textbooks simply can’t.
Read More »Beyond the Textbook: Understanding Spanish Culture Through Immersion
When learning a new language, textbooks and flashcards are great, but music can take your skills to the next level. Spanish, in particular, has a rich musical tradition that offers an enjoyable and effective way to enhance your language abilities. Artists like Manu Chao bring not only catchy tunes but also a deep cultural understanding, making them invaluable resources for language learners.
Read More »Rhythms of Learning: Music as a Language Learning Tool
When learning Spanish, it’s easy to focus solely on the “standard” version of the language, often associated with Spain. However, one of the most rewarding aspects of becoming truly fluent is understanding and appreciating the regional variations and local expressions that pepper conversations across different Spanish-speaking countries. South America, in particular, offers a treasure trove of linguistic diversity that can transform your language skills from good to great.
Read More »Local Lingo: Navigating Cultural Nuances in Spanish
I’ve been preparing students for their GCSE Spanish exam for 10 years. And in this blogpost I’m going to share with you my top tips on how to get the best grade possible.
Read More »10 Things you can do to ACE your Spanish GCSE exam
Learning a language goes beyond memorizing vocabulary and grammar rules; it’s about immersing yourself in the culture, sounds, and rhythms of daily life. Immersive language learning in Spain offers a unique opportunity to enhance fluency in Spanish, allowing learners to live the language fully. Here’s how this approach can significantly improve your Spanish skills.
Read More »How Immersive Language Learning in Spain Enhances Fluency
After-school programs offer a wealth of benefits that enhance and complement regular school education. By providing an enriching environment that extends beyond the traditional classroom, these programs support academic growth, social development, and personal well-being. Here’s how:
Read More »How effective are After-School Programmes at Complementing Regular School Education?
Combining your passion with language learning can significantly enhance your Spanish skills. For me in my early 20’s scuba diving was my passion and what better place to do this and learn Spanish at the same time than in the stunning Caribbean coastal village of Taganga! In this blog post I reflect on my own experiences of how learning to scuba dive in Colombia accelerated my language learning.
Read More »Learning Spanish Through Passion: A Dive into Language Education
Do you dread the thought of going to the hairdressers in a Spanish speaking country? Would you rather wait until you get home or take the scissors to your hair yourself than go and have to sit and struggle through a very painful hairdressing appointment? Well in today’s blogpost you’re going to learn some Spanish vocabulary and phrases that will make your hairdressing experience in a Spanish speaking country much more enjoyable.
Read More »How to prepare for a visit to the Hairdressers