Finally speak Spanish confidently

Online live Spanish classes via Zoom with expert teachers.

A grammar-based method designed for adult learners who want real results.

"Worth every penny - Spanish skills transformed completely."
Mary Smith, NYC
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How Our Spanish Classes Work

Step 1: Learn the Grammar First

Every lesson starts with clear grammar explanations. You learn the rules before you practice them.

Step 2: Practice Through Translation

You translate sentences from English to Spanish and Spanish to English. This helps your brain understand the patterns.

Step 3: Speak Spanish in Class

You practice speaking with your teacher and classmates. Real conversations using what you just learned.

Step 4: Build Skills Gradually

Each lesson builds on the last one. No confusing jumps or missing pieces.

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Why This Method Works Better for Adults

Most Spanish learning apps try to teach you like a child. They use pictures and hope you guess the patterns. But adult brains learn differently than children's brains.

The problem with Spanish apps and immersion:

  • Your adult brain needs structure first
  • Guessing patterns wastes time
  • You get frustrated and quit

Why grammar-first works better:

  • Adults learn rules faster than patterns
  • You understand why Spanish works the way it does
  • You can build sentences correctly from day one
  • You speak with confidence, not confusion

Research shows that adults who learn grammar rules first speak better Spanish faster than those who try immersion methods.

Why Choose Our Online Spanish School

Native Spanish Teachers

All our teachers are native Spanish speakers with teaching experience.

Small Class Sizes

Maximum 10 students per class for personal attention.

Flexible Schedule

Multiple class times available. Make up missed classes easily.

Proven Method

The Graf Method has helped thousands of adults learn Spanish.

Live Online Classes

Real-time interaction via Zoom. Not pre-recorded videos.

"I think the Graf Method is really very logical. It's almost like developmental milestones, things progress in a logical manner. Almost the same as crawling before walking. I have now completed Levels 2 - 5 and I am looking forward to doing Basic Conversation. I would definitely recommend this School to anyone who wants to improve or learn Spanish from scratch."

Averil Weir, NYC

"The Graf Method for learning Spanish is excellent. I was very pleased with how the lessons were presented, the material and the way the classes moved quickly where necessary. I also was very please with a private lesson I had that covered 3 lessons I had missed. The instructor, Rolando González, moved me through the material easily and quickly. I highly recommend the Method and form of instruction."

Dr. Louise Menlo, NYC

"I am very happy that I took this class, it totally met my expectations. The book and the method are great, everything is organized, and I appreciate the reminder emails for schedule and homework. It is very good to have the option to make up for a class on another day if one cannot attend the regular class. Víctor S. at the front desk is super helpful."

Bettina Klein-Nau, NYC

FAQ

Most students become conversational after completing 5 levels (about 12-15 months of regular classes).
Yes! Most of our students are complete beginners. We designed our Beginners classes specifically for people with zero Spanish experience.
No. All Beginners students start at zero. Our teachers create a supportive environment where making mistakes is part of learning.
We teach grammar rules first, then practice. Apps make you guess patterns. Our method is faster for adults.

Starting Spanish from Zero? You're in the Right Place

Never studied Spanish before? That's actually perfect. Most of our students start with zero Spanish knowledge. Here's why complete beginners love our method:

  • No confusing Spanish immersion on day one
  • Every grammar rule explained in English first
  • Start with simple sentences you can actually use
  • Build confidence before complexity
  • Native teachers who understand English speakers

Common beginner worries we solve:

  • "Spanish grammar seems impossible" → We break it into simple steps
  • "I'm too old to learn languages" → Our method works better for adults
  • "I don't know where to start" → We start at the absolute beginning
  • "I'm afraid to speak" → Small classes and patient teachers

Facts and stats

1,200+
unique students per month
32,000+
total students, since 2013
23,000+
Spanish classes taught
13,000+
Spanish private lessons taught
8
students per class, on average
20,000+
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The Graf Method

Most modern second language (L2) learning methods are inductive: students perform tasks using the target language and eventually pick up patterns. The grammar-translation method, which was used in Europe from the 1840s to the 1940s for foreign and classical language training (Richards & Rodgers, 2001, p. 6), is deductive: students learn rules and then practice them by translating from and to the target language. It often lacks speaking practice.

The Graf Method (Graf derives from the term "gramática functional") is a modified grammar-translation L2 teaching approach in which speaking practice is emphasized.

While inductive methods mimic the natural language acquisition process children go through when learning their first language (L1), research shows deductive L2 instruction works better in adults (Gör et al., 2009). The Graf Method solves the limitations of the traditional grammar-translation method by complementing translation tasks with conversational practice.

References:

Richards, J. C., & Rodgers, T. S. (2001). Approaches and methods in language teaching. Cambridge University Press.

Gör, Ö., Kolat, T., İstanbul, A., Üniversitesi, A., Meslek, Y., Okulu, B., & İnönü. (2009). Deductive vs. inductive approach on English grammar teaching for elementary students