Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Classes

Class Structure: 6-week sessions with 1.5–2 hours of instruction per week. Homework supports practice outside of class.

Cost: $65 for a six-week session (materials not included).

Location: Online via Zoom or in-person at Murdock Christian Church, 17500 Elmwood Avenue, Port Charlotte, FL 33948.

Not Sure Which Level? Review the following information for more detail.

We offer classes in both face-to-face and online format. To understand what you can expect to achieve at each level and what topics are taught, explore the level-specific details below.

Please be aware that some beginner classes may already be in progress when a new participant wishes to enroll. In those cases, enrollment is possible only if the learner has enough prior Spanish to comfortably follow the material and participate without slowing the pace for the rest of the class. This helps protect the progress and learning experience of everyone involved. Check our schedule for beginner classes specifically designated for new participants.

This is also true for intermediate classes, but intermediate participants likely have some background in Spanish and admission to an ongoing class will be considered based on the participant’s background and readiness.

We’re always happy to discuss placement and recommend the best starting point.

Beginner

Build your foundation

    • Focus: Pronunciation & basic language concepts in the present tense
    • Outcome: Learn basic conversational skills (ordering food, greetings)
    • Requirement: New to Spanish, took it in high school, and/or self-study.

Intermediate

Increase your confidence

    • Focus: Conversing in the past & future tenses.
    • Outcome: Engage with others in Spanish with moderate confidence.
    • Requirement: Comfort with present-tense conjugations & basic vocabulary.

Advanced

Engage with others

    • Focus: Conversation, advanced language concepts, & “moods”
    • Outcome: Increased comfort level & moderate conversational fluency.
    • Requirement: Knowledge of and practice using past and future tenses.

International Language Rating Scale

There is an international standard for rating Spanish proficiency. It is the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), which classifies learners into six levels from A1 (beginner) to C2 (mastery).

These levels, which align with DELE exams, are divided into

      • A1 (Beginner): Can use basic greetings and phrases.
      • A2 (Elementary): Can communicate in routine, daily situations.
      • B1 (Intermediate): Can manage, travel, and work in Spanish-speaking environments.
      • B2 (Upper Intermediate): Can understand complex topics, watch films, and communicate with spontaneity.
      • C1 (Advanced): Can communicate fluently, accurately, and handle complex, unfamiliar topics.
      • C2 (Mastery): Near-native proficiency, capable of understanding subtle, academic, or professional nuances.

Use this link to learn more: CEFR Spanish Language (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2) Levels.

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Quick Facts

Class Structure: 6-week sessions with 1.5–2 hours of instruction per week. Homework supports practice outside of class.

Cost: $65 for a six-week session (materials not included).

Location: Online via Zoom or in-person at Murdock Christian Church, 17500 Elmwood Avenue, Port Charlotte, FL 33948.

Not Sure Which Level? Review the CLASSES page for more details.