Beginners Level: Spanish for Absolute Beginners
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Beginners Level: Spanish for Absolute Beginners

If you've never studied Spanish before or or feel like you've forgotten everything, take this level!

This level has no prerequisites 😎

How it works

1. Find a class that works for you and enroll. You can book more classes now or later.
2. Follow the instructions to join the video conference room on the day of your class.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Spanish basics: Alphabet, pronouns, and family vocabulary

In this class, you will learn the alphabet, the verbs ser and estar, definite and indefinite articles, and vocabulary related to family members in Spanish. You will start building very simple sentences using this material.

Lesson 2: Spanish basics: Adjectives, prepositions, and adverbs

In this class, you will learn common adjectives, prepositions, adverbs, conjunctions, and possessive adjectives. You'll also learn some basic words and expressions, numbers 1 through 5, and how to introduce yourself and ask questions in Spanish. We'll also explore how to talk about your favorite things.

Lesson 3: Spanish basics: Verbs tener, ir, and hacer

In this class, you'll learn how to conjugate and use the verbs tener (to have), ir (to go), and hacer (to do/make) in the present tense. You'll also learn some nouns related to time, the days of the week, and numbers 6 through 10. Lastly, we'll explore vocabulary for places (lugares) and prepositions like a (to), while practicing how to talk about going to places in Spanish.

Lesson 4: Spanish regular verbs ending in -ar

In this class, you'll learn vocabulary related to la casa (the house), practice using hay (there is/there are), and master the conjugation and use of regular Spanish verbs ending in -ar.

Lesson 5: Spanish regular verbs ending in -er and -ir

In this class, you'll learn regular verbs ending in -er and -ir and explore essential nouns that pair with these verbs. We'll cover key concepts like subjects and objects, the Spanish personal a, and the prepositions con (with) and sin (without). You'll also work with the adverbs mucho and poco, habit-related time expressions, and the basic use of the present tense. Finally, you'll refine your understanding of bueno, malo, bien, and mal.

Lesson 6: Body parts, numbers, age, and time

In this class, you'll learn how to identify and name las partes del cuerpo (body parts) in Spanish and master numbers from 0 to 100. You'll also practice saying your age and telling time.

Lesson 7: Spanish reflexive verbs

In this class, you'll learn how to talk about doing things at specific times in Spanish and dive into Spanish reflexive verbs, understanding how they work and when to use them in everyday conversations.

Lesson 8: Clothes, por & para, and the verb gustar

In this class, you'll learn vocabulary related to la ropa (clothes) and explore the prepositions por and para. We’ll cover the pronouns and ti and introduce the verb gustar (to please), so you can express likes and preferences.

Lesson 9: Present tense review

In this class, we'll review the present tense, covering basic irregular verbs, regular verbs ending in -ar, -er, and -ir, as well as numbers, basic vocabulary, reflexive verbs, and gustar. You'll also write a short essay about yourself, entirely in Spanish!

Lesson 10: Food & drinks

In this class, you'll learn vocabulary related to food and drinks, as well as how to order food at a restaurant. You’ll also review the present tense, including reflexive verbs and gustar.

Reviews from our students

Michelle Betke
star 5.0
2025-07-16
I am a beginner, and wasn't sure how I would like Zoom lessons with Spanish. I️ have truly enjoyed this learning process and fully intend to continue. The professors are great and very helpful, each one has a different style and approach to teaching. This variety makes it nice to move between professors gaining different benefits from each one. I️ have also recently discovered the Berges YouTube channel and videos and have been trying to squeeze in one or two of those a week which have been VERY helpful.
LaPorte
star 5.0
2024-12-10
The course is organized into easy- to -understand chunks. I am really enjoying learning Spanish again after many years off.
liliane landor
star 5.0
2024-12-07
I appreciate the variety and flexibility the course offers. You can chose your instructors and the times and days that work best for you and i like the option of catching up if you miss a session. Each teacher brings their own unique style and approach to teaching but they are consistently engaged and dedicated to their students. I think the course offers excellent value.
Jesse Gardner
star 5.0
2024-12-05
I'm enjoying the course so far. I am very busy, and the course has to this point presented sufficient material to be challenging, while not giving me so much information that I fall behind due to my other obligations.
Sarah Ellisor
star 5.0
2024-12-04
I love the self paced aspect of learning through Berges Institute. There are plenty of class options during the week that will fit a flexible work schedule. I have enjoyed meeting and getting to know the teachers as well as learning from them.
Terri Hazelwood - ACXIOM
star 5.0
2024-11-21
I fully enjoyed the course, and it was very challenging. I would recommend it to everyone interested in learning Spanish.
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