Laura is a wonderful and amazing teacher! I am an elementary school teacher; I decided to take Spanish classes with Laura because I wanted to be able to communicate effectively with my students' parents at school. I took three years of Spanish in high school but didn't continue my studies after high school. Due to not studying Spanish for several years, I lost many foundational skills as well as my confidence in conversational speaking. Prior to the lessons, I was only able to speak several words and phrases, but now I'm able to have a basic conversation. After taking several sessions with Laura I have gained confidence with basic conversational skills in Spanish. The weekly Skype classes worked perfect with my schedule. She is very accommodating and flexible when it comes to scheduling classes. The classes are full immersion; she encourages you to only speak Spanish throughout the entire session. The classes and homework were tailored to my individual needs as a student. Laura is extremely patient and makes each class challenging yet engaging. I highly recommend her services! read more

I've been taking remote lessons with Laura for 1 year and in that time I've been able to significantly advance Spanish language skills. I can now converse fluently in everyday scenarios, and I have an intermediate business vocabulary with an 80% comprehension of my Spanish-speaking professional colleagues (enough to ask the right questions!). I run an international tech start-up that requires frequent travel to Mexico City. I wanted to build on the four years of Spanish I took high school so that I could get around the city while traveling, as well as communicate more effectively with the staff and vendors that were not fluent in English. My work hours tended to be long and unpredictable, so the Skype sessions with Laura were actually a huge selling point for me - I don't think I could have improved my Spanish any other way as physical classroom lessons were out of the question for me. Because I wasn't practicing Spanish regularly, I was VERY rusty. Prior to my first lesson, Laura gave me a placement test so she could assess where I should begin. Every session is 100% Spanish, so I wasn't sure how we were going to pull this off. I am not going to lie - my Spanish was stilted, jarring and filled with "umm" and "hmm" during the first lesson, almost like I never learned a thing in school! Rest assured, Laura was an intuitive instructor and adapted the topics to help me feel more comfortable in the first couple of sessions. During lessons, we used the Skype chat function to help translate or conjugate words I needed to learn, so that was very useful - and I was able to go back and review her feedback afterward. While Skype has been a great communication tool, it only works because there's a seasoned educator behind it. One of Laura's strengths is her ability to adapt and contextualize the lessons to my specific needs. The first couple of months I had homework prior to each lesson, which refreshed me on the basics. Later, the lessons became more conversational and we ran through some business related topics so I could learn vocabulary I was most likely to use. After 3 weeks, I stopped stumbling over my words; after 3 months, I was able to travel solo in Mexico without a lick of English; after 6 months, I was able to understand about 50% of professional Spanish speakers; and after 1 year, I read, write, and speak Spanish daily - informally and professionally. My Spanish is not always perfect, but it's very good and I feel confident speaking to others. I'm still taking lessons to keep improving. I've recommended Laura to other friends and peers because she's helped me so much. If you are serious about learning, give a few lessons a try. Si está considerando las lecciones de Laura, no lo dude. En un mes regrese y lea esta reseña y le prometo que estará de acuerdo conmigo. Buena suerte! read more

Laura is an amazing & caring teacher and I'm so glad I got to meet her. I am a registered nurse, currently in a masters program to become a family nurse practitioner, and have been wanting to master Spanish for so long to engage in meaningful conversations with my patients. I've taken Spanish courses in high school but I did not retain much. I could not understand and only said simple sentences like hi, my name is, how are you, sorry, etc. I tried many times to learn Spanish on my own, but it was really difficult with my busy schedule. I found Spanish-4-you on yelp, read the reviews about Laura, and decided to just go for it and I am so glad that I did. I've had weekly 30 minute Zoom sessions with Laura from February 2020 & she has helped me learn Spanish very quickly. She tailors the lessons to my profession/healthcare so studying is more meaningful. Laura is very flexible, understanding, and patient. I'm glad I met her in my journey to learn Spanish. Now I can converse with my patients without constantly looking for and asking a co-worker to translate for me, and that is a big improvement! Of course there is more to learn, but looking back at my Spanish in February 2020 and comparing my skills to now, I am very glad I made that choice to email Laura. Thanks Laura! read more

Laura is amazing! She is an amazing teacher and very patient. I have been working with Laura to brush up on my Spanish for about 8 months to better communicate with patients. I knew I was poorly conjugating verbs and had forgotten tenses and not to mention my grammar was horrible. Especially since I had only learned Spanish in high school and then hadn't used it for the following 3 years while I was away at school. Somehow I was still understood, but I wanted to perfect my ability to speak Spanish as much as I could. Laura helped me refresh on conjugations as well as learn new tenses. She also helped expand my vocabulary SIGNIFICANTLY. My ability to converse in Spanish with the correct grammar and tenses has improved tremendously. I love the ability to do lessons via Skype because it allows me to do the lessons from a variety of locations, including the comfort of my home. She is also very accommodating if there are conflicts with my schedule. read more

Wanting to learn different languages has always been a lifelong goal of mine. I travel quite often and love communicating with the locals in their own tongue. At the beginning of 2020, I decided to officially put another language under my belt. I have several I want to learn but due to the demand for my work and the fact that it's one of the most spoken languages in the world, I figured I should pick up Spanish. I was looking at different teachers, and none of them got my attention until I saw Laura. When I saw Laura's Skype sessions, I started to investigate more. When I realized that her sessions composed of only speaking in Spanish, she gained my curiosity. I immediately reached out to her to see how her curriculum works because I'm under the impression that she doesn't take on just any student. After consulting with her and reaching a financial agreement, she gave me a test to see what I already knew. This was an instant green flag. As someone who takes my studies seriously, I have encountered many teachers who don't have the intention of their students actually learning. I was already proud of my decision to have reached out to Laura. Fast-forwarding 1.5 months after becoming her student, I assessed whether or not if her teachings were compatible with my method of learning. Her immersive teaching method is intensive, and I was afraid that I wouldn't have time to learn in that fashion due to my busy schedule; however, I was committed to learning. On the other hand, Skype sessions made things a lot easier. As long as I put time aside to go over her assignments, I was able to come to each session with confidence. Her sessions are tailored to you, specifically. She does more than just go over the assignments. Laura is a master at intertwining the material with how it could be relevant in your life, thus making each session more memorable and practical. Because they're tailored to fit you, lessons are nothing short of fun. Another way I assessed my learnings was through my travel to Mexicali. I went for work for one week. Prior to this visit, I used to be overwhelmed by having to not just do my work in an orderly fashion but also translating it to Spanish and vice versa. This resulted in my colleague speaking Spanish and translating every conversation and dialogue. During this visit, I was more confident going in. I was also surprised that I was able to illustrate what was being said even when I didn't understand every word. Because I knew key words from our studies, I was able to understand the context of the conversations making it easier to focus on just solving problems and learning. Additionally, I was able to network with a few contacts because I was connecting with them through Spanish. In summary, I learned a lot in a short amount of time. Fast-forwarding again after 12 sessions or 3 months, Laura's teachings are still relatable and fun. I will continue to keep learning until I become fluent, and I don't have any regrets as her student. read more

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It's unfortunate for me to have to leave such a negative review on this company. I waited two months to take a Spanish class with this company. weeks later the owner says she actually feels more comfortable if we paid before class started. I told her I could pay 24 hours before. She did not respond. Next day I was told I lost my slot and everyone knows how popular that class gets. I didn't know how popular that class got but i still managed to have that slot for atleast a month and a half? Before you even decided to change the payment policy? But a week before class started I lost my spot when I told you when I could pay and that you trusted us. I've already started studying the material. Ive been looking forward to this and she pulled the rug underneath my feet. The owner of this company who is the set up person showed no sympathy. She was soooo rude. Customer service is not a priority here. They way she notified me was so blunt and lack of consideration that I've waited a long time and have began studying . Ive worked with customers plenty of times to know to not go about it the way she did. Since it's late fall, I'm hoping that there are other Spanish school companies can still take me and I'm not too late on enrollment. Some advice: this company should consider having some structure before telling clients that we are gonna get free pizza on our first day of class and everything is fine. Anywho, get some structure to let us know we secured our spot. Be clear in communication. I had no idea my spot was on the rocks! There wasn't even a deadline so I don't think it's fair that I lost my spot. I know this is a small company and having contracts isn't ideal but in the emails atleast say, "in order to secure your spot, pay $160 by this September 15" or something. My response: I disagree with the way you run business and since you operate out of state I believe you operate your business impersonally read more

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Five stars is not enough for Laura!! She is incredible!! I work in construction where Spanish is usually the dominant language. I thought I could get by trying to remember my high school AP lessons, but it was a struggle. I tried language learning apps but felt that the material was either too easy or too advanced, I knew I needed someone to take a more customized approach with my level of understanding. I was really impressed with Laura's initial assessment. After filling out a few forms (or trying, anyway!) Laura knew I had done a decent amount of learning but needed a little help remembering everything. Our first video session was difficult for me, I wanted so badly to speak without errors but I just wasn't there yet. She was very reassuring that my language skills would come back, and she was right!! I've been working with Laura on a weekly basis for about 10 months now. In that short time, I've gained enough knowledge (and confidence!) that I'm now chatting with friends, neighbors, and coworkers en español! I know I still have so much to learn, but if I stick with Laura, I'll be on my way to fluency in no time!! Muchas gracias, Laura!! read more

I just got back from a 2-week trip in Spain and definitely had a much better experience because of this class. Around 80% of my tour group didn't know Spanish, so my basic conversational skills came in handy, especially in cities where they ONLY spoke Spanish :O I've been taking classes for 8 months now, and my conjugation has really improved - I only knew words and some phrases before. Rocio keeps our classes fun and on a good pace. She challenges us to talk in Spanish the whole class. Laura and Rocio are flexible on our schedules which is a big plus too. read more

Laura has been helping me and my daughter learn Spanish. She is a terrific teacher, very professional, very patient and very capable. Her Zoom classes allow for instruction when at home, on vacation or on a break at work. She is fast and informative. My daughter and I could not believe how quickly we were able to start putting whole sentences together! If you've tried language apps in the past, you may know how difficult it is to stay focused and vigilant. With a capable tutor sending lessons, providing expertise and guidance, we have finally started to succeed at learning a new language. I really appreciate her talent, her ability to teach and motivate. Thanks Laura! read more

I have been taking Spanish lessons with Laura over Skype since September, and I've already come a long way. For me, the set-up is ideal since I don't have a lot of tiempo libre, and I absolutely love the lessons. Granted, I'm super motivated because I've wanted to be conversational in Spanish for years. But I also think Laura's program makes it fun and keeps me engaged when I might have become frustrated or bored with something different. Laura sends the lesson electronically that I work on throughout the week. I find if I do a little every day, I retain more than if I try to cram it all in at the last minute. Go figure. : ) I send it back electronically a day or so ahead of time, then I meet with Laura over Skype for 30 minutes one day a week. I've only ever spoken with Laura in Spanish. At first this was intimidating, and I felt like a big idiot. She had to speak super slowly for me to understand. Actually, she probably still speaks more slowly to me than she would to someone who speaks Spanish fluently, but she definitely speaks faster than when I started, and I am able to understand most of what she says. The big difference for me has been building confidence in responding, and Laura has helped with that a lot. At first I would just say, "Si," and not much else, but now I'm brave enough to respond, and even to initiate conversation. I don't necessarily say what I want to say *correctly*, but I'm a lot more confident in just trying to get my point across. If I were able to speak in English at all during the lesson, I don't think I would have built the confidence, so I'm grateful for that. Finally, I love the lessons themselves. They are strategic, building on previous lessons while also coming back to concepts and skills touched on earlier. I used to worry at the end of a lesson that I didn't completely understand something we'd done, or I didn't have all the words down yet. Now I'm seeing that the concepts and the vocabulary come back in future lessons. Also, because of the way the lessons are organized, I know that when I have more time, it will be easy to find and review past concepts and vocabulary. Although I still have trouble understanding and speaking Spanish in real-world situations that involve any slang whatsoever, I definitely speak and understand it much better than I did four months ago. Basically, I can have a conversation with someone who speaks slowly and articulately and never deviates from Standard Spanish. That's three people more than I could talk to before! I love these classes and highly recommend them for anyone who's dedicated and motivated. I'm excited to see where I'll be in a year. read more

Spanish-4-You has been a very good introductory Spanish class. It has a great lesson plan/homework exercises reviewed by a very helpful (and patient) teacher, Rocio. I knew next to nothing coming into the class and feel a better grasp and ear for Spanish after 8 lessons. Laura is very communicative and professional in setting up the classes. The particular class I signed up for meets at a local restaurant, one downside is busier nights can test your listening comprehension lol (loud adjacent parties or music at times) but I like that the classes have been convenient to DTLB. Muchas gracias para las clases S-4-U! read more

(I promise I'm not a bot--I just haven't updated my Yelp profile to include a picture. I'm a real person with a real face, I swear.) My experience with Laura's company has been nothing but positive. I began looking for a place to continue practicing and strengthening my Spanish skills last fall--I took Spanish in college but had fallen out of practice and wanted to return to being more comfortable with the language because I teach at a school where the majority of the students are heritage Spanish speakers. By the time I began looking, community college classes had already begun for the semester, so I turned my search elsewhere, and Spanish-4-You stood out from the private options. I took small group classes, which were friendly and companionable. At times, if the other students were absent, the tutor, Rocio, would tailor the session to my specific needs, which was great--although I loved the variety of conversations in the group sessions as well! Rocio was a great tutor overall--always willing to slow down or speed up class based on where we were as students. On the whole, the greatest thing that I got out of my classes was simply a good, regular space to practice my Spanish, as that is what I need most help with. My reading and writing are strong, but I get really nervous when speaking and listening. Most of my Spanish-speaking friends also speak English, so this program really provided a great opportunity for me to speak Spanish with others who were looking to improve their language skills as well! Many thanks to both Laura and Rocio. I'm leaving for Mexico in a few weeks, and I know I'll be aided while there by the fact that I am more comfortable and confident in my Spanish now than I was prior to my experience with Spanish-4-You! :) read more

I have worked with several tutors in the past, taken many Spanish classes, and Laura is definitely the best at what she does. She really gets to know you well, and has YOU talking 80% of the time, giving you plenty of practice. Assignments are minimal and easy (maybe 20 min/week of worksheets, plus however many hours you are willing to study on your own). The work is centered around you, your daily life, and goals so that you get the most out of each session. AND she does classes over the web. My progress has been amazing after just 8 weeks, and I am now able to hold conversations and speak with confidence. I always leave my sessions feeling like I've made progress. 10/10 would recommend! read more

I am currently being tutored by Laura and from the moment I reached out to her about wanting to learn Spanish she has been nothing but accommodating! The Skype sessions fit my busy schedule so well and she is flexible to meet my needs! I have learned so much in the past few months (more than 3 years of Spanish class in high school). She speaks only in Spanish to you and it forces you to think! She makes learning fun and does not make you feel uncomfortable if you don't know how to say something. I would highly recommend Spanish for You and especially Laura, to anyone trying to learn Spanish! Love it! read more

I have always wanted to learn to speak Spanish. Prior to working with Laura at Spanish-4-You, professionally, I knew a little bit of Spanish to get by with some medical spanish. But l have always remained at a level in which I could not have a fluid conversation. By working with Laura I finally am able to understand my Native Spanish speakers and respond with confidence. I was able to pass my work's bilingual exam and now get paid extra! I am extremely grateful for Laura's attentiveness to detail and her ability to assess my individual needs. Personally I am excited to resume Spanish lessons in order to teach my son. He did not have an interest in learning until he met and worked with Laura as well. The resources provided are fun and effective. I highly recommend Spanish-4-You! read more

This tutoring agency is great for busy, working professionals who need flexibility, but still want the challenge and fun of a high-caliber Spanish class. Here's what I recommend for anyone who wants to improve their Spanish with Laura and her teachers: - Know your goals. Whether it's to speak with family, professionals, or just to learn for fun, it's good to know what your goals are when you sign up. This way, Laura can help create the best, customized lesson plan for you. - Know the audience you wish to speak to. Proper Spanish is great, but if your job will require you to speak with people primarily from Mexico (or a different Spanish-speaking country), be sure to let Laura know. Rocio is my tutor and she has been teaching me the nuances of Spanish so that I can effectively talk to my target audience. In one month, I felt that my Spanish vocabulary and grammar (my weak points) greatly improved. The lesson plans were customized and even changed as we went along. Laura and Rocio spoke only in Spanish, which is perfect for learning another language quickly. Tips for classes: - Just speak in Spanish as much as possible. It'll be awkward and difficult at first, but hey, make mistakes and learn from them. Rocio was great at correcting me and making sure I understood where I messed up. - Parking can be a pain in downtown Long Beach. But there is free 2-hour parking at the city parking lot on 3rd/Pine. A short 4-minute walk from the building where the classes are held. read more

I have been taking lessons with Laura via Skype for a little over a year now. She has helped me immensely with my Spanish. I already knew a little Spanish but after lessons with her I have become conversational in life and at work. I work as a firefighter and she is very accommodating to my busy schedule and is patient with whatever speed you learn at. Laura is very good at seeing the style in which you learn and adapts her lessons to best suit your needs. GRACIAS LAURA !! read more

I've been taking Spanish classes with Laura once a week for 30 minutes for about 2 months now. She has been accommodating with my schedule and the lessons have been fun and appropriately paced. The lessons and homework works with my busy schedule as a full time working mom with a baby and a 3 yr. old. I look forward to continuing to improve my ability to speak/learn the Spanish language. read more

As an elementary school administrator in a community with spanish speakers, I always wished I could speak Spanish. I didn't think it was possible for me to learn a new language as an adult, especially with a busy schedule. I feel so lucky that my google search led me to find Laura. I started weekly spanish lessons one year ago. I began at zero. I was uncomfortable to say "hola' and nervous to even try. Laura is a gifted teacher and quickly noticed my hesitation and my perfectionist approach. It didn't take long for me to become comfortable and very excited for each class even though it is all in Spanish. I noticed improvement in my ability to speak within a couple months. Laura tailors the lessons for my profession and has me speaking about myself. She customizes her lessons, curriculum and homework for me. She sees what I like to do and what works for me. Lessons don't feel like work, but rather a visit with a friend. As a teacher myself, I can say she provides a strategic level of feedback, correction and challenge with each lesson. She is very encouraging and every second of the lesson is purposeful. She is flexible with schedules and always on time. I couldn't have imagined a better Spanish teacher. I am able to speak Spanish at work, with friends and I'm more committed than ever to continue because of Laura! read more

Laura is awesome! She has helped me feel more confident in my Spanish and is a very kind and patient teacher. My ability to understand and speak Spanish has exploded since the start of my classes. Her lessons are so well organized, they slowly take you step by step deeper into the language without intimidation and fear of speeding through the material. The information in each chapter gives you ample opportunity to engage with the new vocabulary words in a way that is relatable and memorable. She even offered to cater the lessons to my occupation to immediately allow me to further emerge into the language in a real and relatable way. You will not regret starting your lessons with her, be ready to put in work but what you get in return is truly priceless. read more

Contacting Spanish-4-You has been one of the best things I have done for myself. I've been wanting to learn spanish for a very long time but was intimidated by the prospect of learning a new language as adult. I had previously tried lessons from another place and quit because I was overwhelmed and frustrated. My experience with Laura has been wonderful , she is a phenomenal teacher; incredibly patient and encouraging. The lessons are really well organized and build on each other. The homework is practical and reinforces what we are learning. She also incorporates "old" information into the new lessons which helps me remember what we've covered so far. Every time I get a new lesson I feel like a kid on Christmas Day....so excited to sit down and start working on it! I was hesitant to do the phone lessons, but it has worked out to be the best way for me to learn Spanish with my very busy schedule. ...I've even done a lesson while waiting for a flight at the airport. If you want to learn Spanish quickly, Spanish-4-You is definitely the place to try. read more

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Wow where do I begin?! I am taking Laura's skype/phone class and it truly has taken me to the next level! I own a business which involves speaking to parents in both formal and informal situations. Laura really makes sure to tailor my classes to my needs, especially my homework. The conversation level that I have achieved has really helped me at my business and personal life. I came in to the class with about 50% fluency and can now say I am 70-75% fluent with a familiar topic. Her easy style and sweet way of teaching makes you feel more confident when speaking! I highly recommend her services! read more

If your looking for the Best Spanish Tutor, look no further. Laura's the one. Laura helped my daughter improve her Spanish grade from a "D" to a "B" in 3 months which is amazing!!! Laura's 3 weekly skype sessions worked very well with my daughter. After initial testing of my daughter's Spanish knowledge, Laura put together focused homework assignments which gave my daughter the knowledge to better understand her high school Spanish. I highly recommend Laura at Spanish-4-You to help you learn Spanish. Thank you Laura for all your hard work with my daughter. read more

If you live in the South Bay or the surrounding area and looking for a Spanish tutor, please contact Laura at Spanish-4-You. Laura and her tutors are very flexible and accommodating to busy work schedules. Tutoring can be offered at the office or in your own home, I chose at the office (it's the same building as Enterprise, in between Wells Fargo and Rock Bottom). There's an underground parking lot but the surrounding area has many 2 hour metered parking for $3 (or less if you put exact time you need). The office itself is comfortable and well-lit; you will need to check-in at the lobby to be able to go up to the 4th floor. My background -- I'd say I am intermediate conversation/comprehension but for everyday conversation. My goal is to improve my Spanish in relation to my professional work. Eventually, I want to be fluent. I let Laura know what was I looking for -- goals, budget, time. I was a little worried about having pre-set lesson plans because I was concerned I wouldn't have the content covered I was looking to work on. Laura quickly tailored a lesson plan related to what I was looking for and my tutor, Rocio, made sure to personalize our sessions each time. Also, because of my budget I preferred a group setting but Laura was honest with her suggestion to have private lessons instead because I would not have any other students I could pair with at this time. Ultimately, I knew I was investing for my own benefit and development. Our first sessions were pre-paid for 1 month (1 session/week for 60 minutes) and now I am continuing with 90 minute sessions every other week. Rocio is great to work with and I am so pleased Laura paired us together! She makes sure to check I am understanding the material, takes the time to answer all of my questions, and helps me to practice as if I am speaking to someone at work. Our time together usually goes by quickly with a nice balance of grammar and conversation. It sounds obvious, but I really appreciate Rocio's care and attention so much. read more

Very Nice & Professional Institution/Teaching services~~ This was the BEST language classes ever had! (Two Thumbs Up, and highly recommending to anyone~) We were lucky to have Spanish-4-you (with Profesora Laura) program within our office. (as a private adult-class) She was very kind to adjust schedule and program for us ,, and we really enjoyed each class and learned a lot! (Trust me,, it's not easy to satisfy all grown up-office hour sharing adults. but,,, great that we chose here~) Thank you so much, Profesora Laura and Spanish-4-You!! Hope to see you soon again!!! read more

I am so happy I came across Spanish-4-You. We needed help for my two children ages 9 and 12. My husband and I really wanted our kids to be bilingual and as they were babies and toddlers we only spoke to them in Spanish. When they started school their willingness to talk Spanish started to diminish. We continued to enforce Spanish at home but it continued to get more challenging as they got older. We needed extra help and fitting it in theirs and our busy schedule was also a challenge. We wanted some one great, flexible and reliable and that's what we got with Spanish-4-you! Our kids do the Skype class with the teacher Laura. Our kids have improved significantly since they started with Laura. They are able to articulate conversations better and be more expressive in Spanish. Our kids enjoy the class and interaction with Laura. They find it fun and look forward to it. read more

There aren't enough stars to give for the work Laura has done with my son. He started with her with no confidence in his Spanish after taking 2 years at school. Within a few sessions he started to feel better. As the sessions continued he not only felt better but even commented how he appreciated Laura. He has an absolutely crazy schedule, with sports, SAT/ ACT prep, private music lessons and volunteer hours, she has been accommodating with him. He has been able to relate to him on his level, which he loves. He now even uses Spanish at home without being asked. If you are looking to learn or improve your Spanish she is the right person. read more

I am so far very pleased with Spanish-4-You. My professor is Laura and we have had 2 lessons so far over the phone, she speaks only in Spanish which is great and ideal for learning quicker. She is very helpful and patient with me. I am excited to learn more and more as the weeks go on. She is very flexible with scheduling as well. I would recommend this company. read more

I strongly recommend Spanish 4 You and especially my teacher Rocio. The communication with Laura (director of school I believe) is also very good and clear. I studied Spanish in college and forgot most of it due to lack of practice. I love languages, and also speak French & English and some German and was eager to start learning again. I also travel a lot and find that a conversation class was a great option for me. They also offer personalized classes and Skype classes. I am taking a small group class and Rocio is such a dedicated, knowledgeable and kind teacher. She is always happy to answer questions a bit outside the scope of the weekly lesson. I like the written homework (you have to do it to succeed and be fair to classmates and give yourself a chance!) and the focus conversation during class. I am so glad that I found this school and have no complain about all the process and lessons that I have been taking for almost 3 months now. I hope to continue into 2020. read more

My kids enjoyed their Spanish classes, and have certainly increased fluency. Our teacher was wonderful, creative and very patient with my six year old and three year old. This is a great program! read more

I have always wanted to become fluent in Spanish but it was either never the right time in my life to dedicate myself, or (more often) the programs I participated in just never went far enough to get me to my goal. I have taken three years of Spanish in high school, a year in college, those language CDs you see advertised on T.V., podcasts, youtube videos, independent study text books, community classes, and other private tutoring courses. No program could get me past the lower intermediate level/high beginner level except Spanish-4-You. The Program: The organization of the program is really great. It's full immersion, but don't let that scare you. Your instructor will start at your level and use visual aids to assist in the lessons so you will never feel like you can't adequately communicate. You're instructor will follow the lesson plan set out in a book unique to the program, you will practice (again, fully in Spanish) certain concepts in that day's lesson plan and then you will be given the rest of the lesson for homework that week as well as suggestions on how to get in more practice. It's not just a boring classroom type textbook learning though, you are encouraged to go on tangents so that you can practice your speaking skills! Also, throughout the week if you have any questions you can email your instructor. The Instructors: As for the instructors, I have had the pleasure and privilege of working with both Laura and Susan (Susana!). Laura is energetic and spunky, Susana is easy going and gentle, but they are both sweet, kind, and generous with their time. I ended up working primarily with Susan and it was great. She's so easy to talk to and I never felt uncomfortable or embarrassed with her no matter how bad I goofed. Most importantly though both Laura and Susan have incredible knowledge and, as much as you want to know, they are willing to share. I have often attended other courses where if I press the instructor for the difference between two Spanish words, many times an instructor will not even know! Laura and Susan though thoroughly know the nuances of the Spanish language. There were days when I thought becoming fluent in Spanish was a lofty goal and that I should just give up, but through Spanish-4-You I saw the light at the end of the tunnel. Spanish-4-You has brought me closer than ever to obtaining my goal of fluency. Unfortunately I had to discontinue classes because of some unrelated life circumstances, but I am counting the days until I can return and finish what I started. I wish I could give the program and the instructors six stars! read more

If you are looking to learn Spanish ASAP then this is the place you want to be. Just some background on myself. I am a Police Officer with a local agency and work in a city that predominantly speaks Spanish. Both of my parents speak Spanish fluently but unfortunately did not teach myself nor my siblings. I reached out to Laura from Spanish-4-You and she responded immediately. She was more than accommodating with my needs and goals. When you first arrive at Spanish-4-You, you will take a placement test to see where they can start you off. After that, you explain to Laura what exactly your goals and reasons for learning Spanish. In my case, I need it to work and comprehend with the people I encounter. I was assigned Rocio as my tutor. Rocio and Laura came up with a lesson plan that was tailored for my work. Within a short amount of time I am able to converse with the people I encounter, take full on crime reports, put out descriptions of suspects, and help those who cannot help themselves. There have even been times where I had to text my tutor Rocio how to translate certain commands. And because Rocio is so caring and helpful she responded immediately and helped me out during a time in need. I currently attend Spanish class twice and week for 90 minutes. If you are looking to learn Spanish quickly I recommend you also put in your time to study according to my tutor. You will be assigned fun and helpful homework to assist with learning. I enjoy attending class weekly and enjoy telling my tutor Rocio about exciting calls I go in Spanish. Of course I can never translate the stories correctly but that is how I learn. She knows what I am trying to stay and corrects me politely and has me continue the story. There is no doubt in my mind that I will soon be fluent in Spanish. If you are a first responder i.e. (Fireman, Police, Military) or even just an average person who wants to learn Spanish I highly recommend Spanish-4-You. read more

Spanish-4-You is a wonderful Spanish immersion program! The director, Laura Zayas has created customized classes for our elementary after-school enrichment program for grades K-5. Our program is now in it's third year and continues to expand and evolve. The high quality teaching materials focus on games, coloring and fun activities for children. They maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio and children are grouped according to learning level. Laura is always flexible and responsive with students and parents. She gives personal attention to the children and classroom dynamics and hires wonderful teachers to deliver her cirriculum. I am thankful my daughter has the benefit of this program in her school. read more

The Spanish class was fun and extremely valuable since there aren't too many language classes available outside the university setting. My class consisted of eight adults and we met in the home of one of students. The time always went fast because we were learning so much. Laura was a great teacher and made class easy to understand by using lots of visual cues. I highly recommend this class for adults who want to learn Spanish. read more

Spanish-4-You's program is great for adults who are not in school and who want to learn a second language on their own time, at their own pace, and with highly customized instruction. After graduating from college, I decided I wanted to learn Spanish. As someone entering the healthcare field, I knew a working knowledge of Spanish would be extremely useful. First, the quality of the materials is great. The program has created sets of lessons with vocabulary and grammar, similar to a textbook. Each lesson also has its own assignments and exercises. The grammar instruction is detailed and easy to understand and there are lots of oral exercises that can be practiced with your private instructor. My instructor was Veronica. She was great--very patient, detailed when going through lessons, and always asking me if I had questions for her. She was also very responsive and available through phone and email. As a native Spanish speaker, she could give me lots of insights on the nuances of the language and also helped with my pronunciation. Also, she was just really funny and nice--made me feel at ease and comfortable when trying out my nascent language skills in conversational situations. I also loved the flexibility of Spanish-4-You. I don't have a regular work schedule and I don't have time to take a class at a local comm college or something like that. I needed lessons that worked on my time and at my own pace. With this program, I was able to schedule lessons at different times/days on different weeks. I was also easily able to change things with just a few hours' notice. Plus, if I needed more time on a certain lesson's material, I could take a few extra days, and conversely I could schedule lessons closer together if I felt like I wanted to pick up the pace. Really, it's whatever works for you. The whole thing is super tailored to the individual and that is what makes it awesome for working adults who want to learn a 2nd language, but not at the expense of their work/daily obligations. Overall, I really loved Spanish-4-You. The director, Laura, helped me set up everything at the beginning and would occasionally pop in on lessons to make sure everything was going correctly. She is also very fast about returning phone calls--always calls back on the same biz day, usually within a few hours. Great program, very professional service, would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to learn Spanish but doesn't want to be stuck in a classroom. read more

I was tutored for 6 classes by Susan and I am very confident with my speaking ability. Susan was also very friendly and made me feel comfortable to speak Spanish with her. Also, she was extremely helpful and passionate about me learning Spanish. I enjoyed how for each activity she turned it into a discussion, so I could practice speaking Spanish. She also always tied in my work and what I would need to say in the field, so it was helpful to practice the words/phrases with her before I spoke them on my own with native Spanish speakers. The lessons were also a great refresher course for me since I have taken Spanish in the past. I am confident that I will be able to communicate effectively with my Spanish patients. read more

I had the pleasure of taking private classes from Laura. She is an amazing teacher. She knows how to keep your mind exactly on track, pushes you to you limits while keeping a comfortable and enjoyable environment allowing you to learn as quick and as best as possible. She cares very much and works very hard to make sure you reach your goals. A true teacher that loves to teach and does it exceptionally well. I also had the pleasure to take a few classes from the other teachers at Spanish-4-you and I had just as good of an experience. I never looked forward to going to class as much I do going to Spanish-4-you. Everything truly exceeded my expectation. read more

I took a Spanish immersion course in Costa Rica during the summer and wanted to continue learning Spanish in a classroom environment. Spanish-4-You is exactly what I needed. A pretest is given to determine your level of Spanish learning. The director - Laura was very reassuring. She conveyed I would do well and my learning Spanish would be fun but challenging. The instructor - Rocio is fantastic. She is very friendly, passionate, and encouraging. After taking 2 months of Spanish classes I am more confident in my ability to speak, read, and write Spanish. read more

I'm so happy with Laura (the director) and my teacher Rocio! I was able to get a small group started & have the class held at my house. Trying to get everyone in my group on the same schedule was hard but Laura was so understanding & flexible. It was very convenient! Laura is so wonderful, thorough, flexible & prompt to help/respond you. (even when she's in Alaska!). I have taken 4 yrs of Spanish in high school & it's my mother's first language! But i am not fluent & i really want my 2yr old daughter to learn Spanish. I had been researching classes & tutors & Spanish4You offers the best prices & flexibility combined. Since I'm not a beginner exactly i didn't want to waste time & good money on basic beginner classes (what i kept running into along my searches). Laura had me do a very thorough placement test & survey & for the first time I actually felt like they understood where i was. As in what i specifically struggle with, where i stopped understanding in high school & the rules i don't understand when i hear my mother speak in Spanish ( & she can't explain to me). It was an exciting start! And a bit nerve wracking too, full immersion...&high school was over 12 yrs ago for me so I was nervous to start again. Our teacher Rocio was so fabulous, she was really great going through the lessons & going over homework & giving lots of examples even with props!. It really is pretty amazing what she could squeeze in in an hr. Denise was our TA & it was helpful to have a TA to go over the homework while Rocio taught, then Rocio could just go over any specific homework questions & really do a lot of examples & practice with us on the lesson. She would even go over specific examples for students that are trying touse Spanish for their job. She'd basically make a script, so it is real life, very relavent and so helpful. My group was so happy with everything about Spanish4You. We're trying to get a group together again soon! read more

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I have only been tutored at Spanish-4-you for 6 classes and i can already speak basic Spanish! The material is set up to be fun & easy and you ease your way gradually into learning to speak in complete sentences. I am tutored by Laura & Rocio and they are both such nice ladies & really have the gift of teaching. I highly recommend Spanish-4-you if you are thinking of learning Spanish! read more