Spanish for adults who want to use it
Have you studied Spanish but still struggle to actually speak it?
If classes, apps, or years of practice still leave you translating in your head or freezing when someone speaks, you are not starting over. At TLA, you work live with a real instructor who keeps the Spanish understandable, so communication can follow.
15+ years
Spanish teaching experience
Thousands
of adult and college learners taught
Live online
classes with real instructor feedback
A tiny Spanish story
Hay un hombre.
Tiene un problema.
Quiere un perro.
Hay un perro.
Pero... el perro no quiere al hombre...
You just followed a story in Spanish.
You may not know every word, but the meaning was within reach. That small moment, “Wait, I understood that,” is where learning at TLA begins.
We keep giving you Spanish you can understand, then gradually make it more interesting and more challenging.
Want to keep learning independently?
Why it feels different
Instead of spending the whole class talking about Spanish, TLA instructors use Spanish to tell stories, ask questions, and have real conversations you can actually follow.
Stories, images, and conversation help new words make sense.
You get time to listen and read at the right level before responding.
As Spanish becomes familiar, the language gets richer and your responses become more natural.
Where this leads
Progress is not a dramatic overnight switch. There are no shortcuts. But you will start to notice that using Spanish will take less and less of your attention. It will stop feeling like a foreign language and start to feel like plain old "language".
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You can stay with a story or conversation without stopping at every unfamiliar word.
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More phrases register as meaning instead of turning into a sentence-building exercise.
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What once took careful preparation begins to feel like something you can simply do.
Student feedback
5 out of 5 stars
This was all that I hoped for. The course materials not only prepare you for class conversations, they are fantastic things to tuck away for conversations later. Chat was the perfect place to take all you’ve learned and put it to work. A relaxed and encouraging environment to practice and learn, can’t recommend it enough.
Nichole G.
Ways to learn
Every option follows the same idea: begin with Spanish you can understand, interact with it meaningfully, and build from there.
Try short, self-paced lessons that introduce the same understand-first approach used in TLA classes.
Start the free courseFollow stories, read, listen, and talk with an instructor and other adults at an appropriate level.
Explore live classesGet focused practice, personal feedback, and scheduling that can fit around a busy week.
View private lessonsCurrent opportunities
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Perfect for beginner learners (Novice / A1), this 10-week program helps you move confidently to an intermediate level using natural, research-backed methods. You’ll get personalized materials, immersive storytelling, and the structure you need (and without the stress!)
Language
Spanish
Credits
10 credits
About $750 to $990 (depending on credits package)
Next available section
Fall 2026 Cohort
Sep 21 to Dec 7, 2026
Monday, Wednesday · 10:00am - 11:00am
Online - Zoom
Fall 2026 Cohort
Sep 21 to Dec 7, 2026
Monday, Wednesday · 10:00am - 11:00am
Build confidence and fluency in spoken Spanish through guided conversation. This 6-week course is designed for A2–B2 learners who want to improve their ability to communicate naturally and spontaneously in real-life situations. Each 60-minute session focuses on a specific topic (travel, food, routines, opinions, past experiences, etc.) with personalized support and structured guidance. You'll receive simple, focused homework before each class to help you prepare vocabulary and ideas, so you can show up ready to participate and speak with confidence. Small group format (maximum 6 students) ensures everyone has plenty of speaking time and meaningful interaction.
Language
Spanish
Credits
3 credits
About $225 to $297 (depending on credits package)
Next available section
Fall 2026 Session 1
Sep 4 to Oct 9, 2026
Friday · 11:15am - 12:15pm
Online (e.g. Zoom)
Fall 2026 Session 1
Sep 4 to Oct 9, 2026
Friday · 11:15am - 12:15pm
Spanish Story Lab is a once weekly beginner Spanish class where you learn through simple stories, picture notes, and guided listening. Each four week cycle teaches one complete narrative that you will understand and retell with confidence.
Language
Spanish
Credits
2 credits
About $150 to $198 (depending on credits package)
Next available section
Summer 2026 - Cycle 2
Aug 25 to Sep 15, 2026
Tuesday · 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Online - Zoom
Summer 2026 - Cycle 2
Aug 25 to Sep 15, 2026
Tuesday · 1:00pm - 2:00pm
5 spots left
Most applications are reviewed within one business day.
This class begins soon. Admission and enrollment must be completed before the class starts, and availability may change during review.
Apply for this classFall 2026 Session 1
Sep 25 to Oct 16, 2026
Friday · 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Your instructors
Experienced instructors adjust the language, not the intelligence of the conversation. You get clear guidance and the time you need to understand.
Meet the instructors
16+ years experience
Andrew has taught thousands of students to speak Spanish at the college level. During that time, he developed a highly engaging and effective system known today as C.I. Immersio...
Start with one small win
Try a free beginner lesson, or find your current level before choosing a live class.