"Worth every penny."
Mary Smith, NYC

Spanish for Construction & Trades

Our grammar-based approach gives you the language foundation to give instructions, discuss safety procedures, and build better working relationships with your team.

A woman taking a Spanish class via Zoom from her couch

How Berges Institute Helps Construction Professionals:

  • Build Spanish sentence-construction skills with the Graf Method
  • Small group classes with native Spanish-speaking instructors
  • Learn to give clear instructions and explanations in Spanish
  • Flexible online classes that work with your schedule
  • Foundation for learning trade-specific vocabulary
  • Practice speaking Spanish from day one
Learning Spanish for Construction & Trades online with Berges Institute

Frequently asked questions

I need to give safety instructions and manage crews. Will this help?

Yes. Our grammar-based approach teaches you to construct Spanish sentences, which means you can give instructions, explain procedures, and discuss safety matters. Once you have conversational fluency, you'll be able to communicate clearly with your crew, even if you need to occasionally look up specific trade terms.

Do you teach construction-specific vocabulary and terms?

We teach conversational Spanish through grammar and sentence-building. The specialized construction vocabulary and trade terms can be learned more easily once you have this conversational foundation. Many construction professionals supplement with industry-specific word lists.

How quickly can I start communicating with my Spanish-speaking workers?

Most students can handle basic workplace conversations within 10-15 months of regular study. You'll be able to give simple instructions, ask questions, and explain tasks. The grammar foundation we provide makes continuing to learn construction-specific vocabulary natural and intuitive.

Can this help me run a safer, more efficient job site?

Absolutely. Being able to communicate clearly in Spanish improves safety, efficiency, and morale on job sites. You'll be able to give instructions directly, understand concerns, and build better working relationships with Spanish-speaking crew members.

Dan Berges

Reviews from our students

Anonymous
August 25, 2026
This has been an excellent experience so far. I am learning so much.
Joseph Seward
August 25, 2026
This class is great. I have learned so much and I am starting to understand more and more on the cougation of words. Truly, I don't know every word. However, it has been challenging but also enjoyable because I am learning spanish with my wife in this class. The instructor is awsome and patient with students as we learn and I thank you.
Gabriela G.
August 23, 2026
I had a really positive experience with the 10-week Beginner Spanish course. The instructors were excellent, especially María Chanamé and Yuli Casallas. They consistently challenged us to speak in Spanish and made sure everyone had the opportunity to participate, which made the classes engaging and helped build confidence. I also really appreciated the flexibility to reschedule classes when needed. The textbook was another big plus — it was well structured, easy to print and annotate, and something you could really make your own throughout the course. Overall, it was a great first introduction to Spanish, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to start learning the language!
Irvine Short
August 21, 2026
fantastic course with fantastic instructor
Hilary Manton
August 20, 2026
The course is well taught and the homework reinforces it!
Nancy Hamlet
August 20, 2026
I've been very happy with the format of the lessons and the instruction. Each lesson is easy to understand and the homework reinforces what was taught. I enjoy the classes and the interaction with students from all around the world.
geleny pines
August 12, 2026
I’m currently taking the beginner level at Berges Institute, and I’m really enjoying it so far. The level is suitable for beginners and the lessons are easy to follow, while still challenging you to learn and practise new vocabulary and grammar. I
Lily brady
August 12, 2026
This level of Spanish is very good for beginners although I do feel more time is needed for the lesson. Sometimes it is hard to keep up with the lessons.
Amanda Ashworth
August 12, 2026
So far covered a lot of ground. It’s very thorough and teacher is good. Sometimes finding it tricky to recall vocabulary and find it in the lessons. It’s a good starting point
Yanislav Donchev Donchev
August 11, 2026
Recommend!
Bonita Beard
August 11, 2026
I learned so much during these sessions! Maria was a great instructor!
Lee Harris
August 8, 2026
The level has been good. I knew bits of Spanish as I had been using online resources and Duolingo for many years. I was using the lessons to reinforce what I knew and also gain confidence speaking. I have ended up learning far more than I ever imagined. I've still not mastered the talking completely but the confidence is improving and I'm seeing this as adding further building blocks so that I can begin speaking more coherently in time. I have learnt so much over 9 weeks and with holidays and life getting in the way the Berges method has allowed me to rearrange lessons. I'm keen to step up to the next level to how much further I can improve my Spanish.
Prashant Saikia
August 7, 2026
I've been learning with Rolando Gonzalez for 6 classes so far. And it's been really good, I'm confident in what I've learnt so far. Every class begins with discussing the homework for the previous class. And it's a highly interactive discussion with Rolando and all the students. It's been great so far, highly recommend.
Joan Lester
August 6, 2026
Beginner level was perfect for me - live instruction, a set class time with other students participating, no technology issues to resolve when accessing the class or the course material, easy to reschedule if needed. I couldn’t be more pleased or more encouraged! Looking forward to the next level.
Tarumbidzwa Blee
August 4, 2026
It's not bad. Alright so far.
Heather Williams
August 3, 2026
Great class. I learned so much in a short time, really clarified some of the basic grammar and common mistakes that had tripped me up in the past. Silas was a fantastic teacher!
Jenny Youngman
August 3, 2026
Marco Pastrana is always making sure all of his students stay engaged and understand the lessons thoroughly before moving forward to the next lessons. I also liked Gaston who explained clearly and professionally to make everyone feel comfortable and to build on solid principles of learning spanish.
Gina Scanlon
August 2, 2026
I like the teacher's learning style. Very hands on and pushes you out of your comfort zone. Not many people in each class so it gives you multiple opportunities to practice and think on the spot. Highly recommend!