Ekaterini Paleodimou
2017-03-15
I had gone to a one time class to learn Spanish before. The things I learned there were not nearly enough comparative to my first lesson at Berges. The book I was given was simple and very well written. I could read it on my own and understand. Also it was included in the course so no surprise fees or extra for books and materials.
Ivan
2017-02-10
Great school in heart if the city. Really nice and welcoming stuff. Price is more than fair for what am I getting back. Fact that 2 months ago I could only say few words...and now i am able to answer and to ask simple questions, use around 30 verbs and maybe have vocabulary of around 200 words is more than amazing if you ask me. Only thing I don't like is that is only once per week and the fact that sometimes we lose too much time on reviewing homework because some students don't do it at home. Of course it has nothing with the school, just mentioning. Anyways, for sure im going on next level!
Louise Menlo
2016-12-09
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
Simran
2016-12-01
Love this course and the format. Have tried Instituto Cervantes in the past but found this a lot easier to follow and understand. Looking forward to level 2 !
Francine Bernard
2016-12-01
The course is very well planned and executed. The combination of classroom lessons plus homework specific to that week's lesson helps to reinforce one's learning. The pace of learning is good. Overall, an excellent course.
Gerald Kangal
2016-11-27
learning a new language is a challenge but the way this course is designed made it easy to follow and the exercises after each lesson help to retain the lesson and you can go back over and over .Also the teacher made it a fun process which helped a great deal.
Ingrid
2016-10-25
As an absolute beginner this course has taught me the basics of understanding Spanish and it has stimulated me to continue to the next level. I feel confident that in due course it will be possible to learn a new language in a classroom setting with a few other students that stimulate the conversation but the group is small enough to get time and attention for individual guidance.
Suhas
2016-10-24
Not only best Spanish/foriegn language class, the school actually uses probably the best teaching technique that I have ever seen (I have taken classes in Spanish before and also in my professional field-medicine-for at least two decades now). I am looking forward to joining them for the next level!
Richard, New York, NY
2016-08-19
I completed Level 1 in July 2016. The Graf method is an excellent tool and I found the technique easy to adapt to and learn from. Of course, there is Nicholas, our class' professor. Excellent instructor!!! I'll return for Level 2.
Bettina Klein-Nau
2016-08-09
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.
Anonymous
2016-08-09
I very much enjoyed this course. Having taken Spanish in middle and high school may years ago, I was worried the beginner class would be too easy but it was a great refresher course. The pace was very good and I feel like I learned (or remembered) a lot.
Lauren
2016-08-06
Love this course. I've learned so much, so quickly - my partner who is a native Spanish speaker is so impressed. Can't wait for the next level.
Anonymous
2016-07-01
Level 1. Moves quickly. You learn the basic things such as locations. Time. Days. Months. Greetings. I love how they teach you how to actually pronounce things and not just memorize words
Thomas Freeman
2016-07-01
Brilliant course. Well structured. Nicely paced. Wonderful, encouraging, teacher. Gracias.
Jeanette Evans
2016-06-30
The grammar based Graf Method is superior to other language-learning methods that I have experienced. It is by far the best method for a non-native speaker to learn to speak in Spanish. The classes are affordable. The free workbook is concise and easy to follow. Being of good quality and design, it is easy to carry and work with. The teachers make sure the homework is thoroughly reviewed and questions are answered before moving on to the next lesson.
Anonymous
2016-05-26
I loved taking Spanish at Berges Institute. I started Spanish Level 1/Beginners with some very basic vocabulary but no formal teaching. The first week I thought I knew too much for Beginners but soon found out I had WAY more to learn! I had to opportunity to work with more than one instructor, and found each one to be happy, patient, kind, and super talented at teaching. The more you becoming involved with your class and open up to learning, speaking out loud, and contributing thoughts, ideas, and examples the more you get out of your class. I can't wait to continue learning and developing my new language skills at Berges.
Anne Bonfiglio
2016-05-26
Course is well structured but goes a little fast. I had a few different teachers and each one was very clear in presenting the lesson and answered questions with clarity. They also wrote on the blackboard for additional help.
Anonymous
2016-04-20
Class structure is great. The little book makes me not overwhelm like other books do.
Anonymous
2016-04-19
The course has been very methodical and comprehensive.
Robert
2016-04-18
I really enjoyed the class and Nicolas the one suggestion I would have is not having class right back to back but spacing them a little so students can ask follow ups with the instructor.