AIL, Madrid, Spain

You will work systematically through the skills and structures in accordance with your level in the main block (4 classes per day with 2 different teachers). The complementary part of the course will take place in another independent group (2 classes with a third teacher and different students) will give you more exposure to the language and to help you reinforce and develop your communicative skills, and is therefore not linked to the main session and will be at a slightly different level.

It is ideal for students who have limited time, but want to fully commit to learning Spanish, and make the fastest possible progress. 6 classes a day, 5 days a week may seem like a lot, but seeing immediate results makes it all worth the effort.

The 30 classes of Spanish per week focused on the whole range of skills from reading, speaking to listening and writing will give you a massive amount of exposure to the language.

You will be in two different groups (one for 20 classes per week and one for 10 classes per week) with two different teachers. Please note that the two groups will be at similar levels, but not necessarily the exact same level.

This course consists of 20 Spanish classes a week, four classes a day, that are structured throughout the day in the following format:

• In the first two classes you will revise and reinforce what you learned the day before, putting your homework into practice through oral activities, writing, and grammar-strengthening exercises, as well as studying new content, all with your first teacher.
  Then there is a small break for half an hour, to replenish your energy with a good coffee whilst chatting to your classmates and getting to know other students at the school.
  
• In the following two classes you will continue learning new content with your second teacher, taking it in through different activities that work on all your communication skills, especially speaking.
  
  You will have two teachers on the course, meaning you will enjoy two different personalities, two individual teaching styles, and most importantly, two great teachers that entirely focus on your learning, adapting the course to ensure that you fulfil all your learning objectives and improve at a quick and consistent pace.
  
  The advantages of Intensive Spanish course are:
  
  
• You are going to achieve your short-term goals, which will increase your motivation to learn more and better.
  
• Your fluency by means of communication will improve almost without you even noticing.
  
• As it is a daily course, it ensures you will gain confidence in participating in class, practicing with yourself, and solving all your doubts with your teachers.
  
• Within each level we have several groups in both the morning and afternoon, which means we can ensure that you will be in a class that exactly matches your language ability and corresponds with your language level.

It is designed for students who wish to dedicate a term, semester or even longer to a full immersion in Spanish language and culture.

A big advantage of this program is that through spending so many hours with the students, teachers get to know every single one of them. This helps them to develop the teaching approach which works best for each individual and to prepare highly personalized classes, adapted to their specific needs.

Many students choose this course due to daily commitments, such as work or studies, which make it impossible for them to attend the regular Intensive Course. Throughout the course, you will work on developing your communication skills as well as grammar and vocabulary. The course content is adapted exactly to your needs.

The course runs from Monday to Friday and you can choose one of the following timetable:

• 9:00-10:40
  
• 11:10-12:50
  
• 13:00-14:40
  
• 15:10-16:50

The Premium Course is a combination of the general Intensive Course (20 weekly group classes) plus 5 private classes per week.

It is a highly efficient way to learn Spanish. It combines group classes with individual lessons to give you a complete language immersion. The four hours of group classes in the company of other international students cover grammar and vocabulary in a dynamic and entertaining way, focusing primarily on developing communicative skills. They include fun language games, quizzes and group activities, short films, songs, role play, and organized debates.

The individual classes are an opportunity to resolve any doubts you might have, to work on weak points or areas of special interest, and to provide valuable extra speaking practice, all this with ongoing feedback from a teacher who is there exclusively for you.

CCSE Exam preparation classes are private, as this is the best way to prepare for the exam. You decide how many classes you want to take and when you want to have them. The classes are exclusively focussed on content for the exam. They will equip you with an exhaustive knowledge about what you have to know, as well as the best methods with which to approach the exam.

Individual Spanish lessons are the most convenient way of learning Spanish as they give you the freedom to shape your classes to your own needs and goals. You decide the number of classes you want to take, where and when they take place, and what they focus on. You control the pace and rhythm of learning, thereby maximizing your progress.

Before you start, you will be asked to provide the school with detailed information on your current level and your objectives for the course. Based on that the teacher will create a 100% personalized study program, selecting the best learning materials and a variety of exercises to ensure that your personal study objectives are met.

You will learn to express yourself in real life situations, applying your knowledge of Spanish to your own personal context.

This course is suitable for three students who have the same level of Spanish.

Combination of the Intensive Course plus special activities for the Club 50+ students.

Depending on the availability of groups, Club 50+ students might have Spanish classes with students of all ages. The activities however, are always done in the group of Club 50+.
Start dates:

• 1 week: 06 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Apr, 24 Apr, 10 Jul, 02 Oct, 09 Oct.
  
• 2 weeks: 06 Feb, 17 Apr, 10 Jul, 02 Oct.
  Apart from language lessons, the course involves a range of carefully selected activities for every afternoon or evening of your stay. The activities program is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the rhythms of daily Spanish life under the guidance of an expert teacher who will encourage you to use Spanish, provide corrections, and give you an insight into the joys of this unique city.
  
  Club 50+ students are placed in groups based on their level of Spanish and therefore should expect to be in classes with students of all ages.
  
  

This course is made for you if you are working or studying, and have no time to improve your Spanish during the day. It consists of 4 group classes per week with a duration of 45min each, on Monday and Wednesday, or Tuesday and Thursday evenings, and provides all the skills you need to become fluent.

Spanish Evening Classes aim to make your day to day life in Madrid easier by helping you develop your overall communication skills. You will learn to understand your colleagues and people on the street easily and express yourself fluently in any situation. They focus on grammar, paying attention to new vocabulary and useful expressions (even the colloquial ones), so you can feel as comfortable as possible when socializing with Spaniards.

This course must be suitable for you for many different reasons: you are taking a break from a hectic career or starting a new one, you seek adventure after graduating and before entering the professional world, you want to gain perspective before university, or you just want to see what life in Madrid is all about. A full year abroad will really let you dig into Spanish and start to achieve fluency, no matter your starting level.

Spanish Weekend Classes are the perfect option for those who live in Madrid and really want to learn Spanish but are too busy during the week. The school offers a 12-week Spanish course, starting at the beginning of January, April or October, which consists of three hours of class every Friday afternoon, or Saturday morning.

The weekend Spanish classes focus on communication, helping you to develop your speaking, listening and writing skills, as teachers guide you through the grammar which will help you to speak fluently and correctly. Cultural and social themes are also covered to help you understand the country better and to make your time in Madrid as rewarding as possible. It's the perfect mix for students who want to improve their Spanish and have as much fun as possible while they do it.

The classes focus exclusively on online DELE exam preparation: you will review past DELE exam papers, learn exam techniques, improve answering styles, and practice specific examination tasks to develop all the linguistic skills needed for the exam. You will receive tons of insider tips to make sure you get the best preparation possible.

While the course will require you to work hard, it is also fun and incredibly motivating. By studying with a small group of new friends, you won’t feel alone while working towards your common goal: passing the DELE exam.

It includes 20 general Spanish group classes plus 10 DELE classes per week.

It is a combination of Intensive course (20 group classes of General Spanish) and DELE preparation course (10 group courses).

During your DELE exam preparation classes you will review past DELE exam papers, learn exam techniques, improve answering styles, and practice specific examination tasks to develop all the linguistic skills needed for the exam. You will receive tons of insider tips to make sure you get the best preparation possible.

While the course will require you to work hard, it is also fun and incredibly motivating. By studying with a small group of new friends, you won’t feel alone while working towards your common goal: passing the DELE exam.

If you are working or studying, and have no time to improve your Spanish during the day, this course is made for you: it consists of 4 group classes per week with a duration of 45min each, on Monday and Wednesday, or Tuesday and Thursday evenings, and provides all the skills you need to become fluent.

Its aim is to make your day to day life in Madrid easier by helping you develop your overall communication skills. You will learn to understand your colleagues and people on the street easily and express yourself fluently in any situation. They focus on grammar, paying attention to new vocabulary and useful expressions (even the colloquial ones), so you can feel as comfortable as possible when socializing with Spaniards.

It is the perfect formula if you want to invest your time in studying, learning and progressing in Spanish in a fast, real and effective way, spending several hours a day in Spain without leaving your home.

Private Spanish classes through the virtual platform are one of the most popular options for those who are clear about their needs and objectives, and also for those who need an extra complement to their group Spanish classes.

The great thing about this format of online Spanish classes is that you decide the number of classes you want, the timetable you want, and you set the pace and speed at which you want to progress in Spanish.

This course is a combination of the general Intensive Course (20 weekly group classes) plus 5 private classes per week.

This course through the virtual platform is a very efficient way of learning Spanish. It combines group classes with private lessons to give you complete immersion in the language. The four hours of group classes in the company of other international students revolve around grammar and vocabulary, which are taught in a dynamic and entertaining way, and with great attention to communication skills. The teaching methods include fun language games, activities, quizzes, short films, songs, role plays and organized debates that allow you to express yourself in Spanish at a level you never thought was possible.

The online private lessons are an opportunity to resolve any doubts you may have, work on your weak points or areas of special interest, and provide you with extra valuable conversation practice, all with continuous feedback from a teacher for you alone.

Studying Spanish for two hours a day in the virtual classroom is the perfect way to take a break from your commitments and learn Spanish in a fun way, with a schedule to suit your needs. The school has various time slots available each day to enable you to attend online classes wherever you are in the world.

Price is for 3 students booking together.

It is one of the most popular options for those who have clear needs and objectives, and also for those who want an extra class to supplement their group Spanish classes.

The good thing about this online format of Spanish classes is that you decide the number of classes you want, the time you want to take them, and you set the pace and speed of the classes.

The maximum number of students are 3 so you have the opportunity to learn better.

The total immersion online Spanish course is currently the most complete and intensive course, with 30 hours of Spanish classes per week. It is designed to learn a lot in a short time and progress very quickly.
It is ideal for those who have a limited period of time and want to complete their goals by investing their time in learning and progressing very quickly. This may be the case if you are on holiday and want to invest your time in discovering another world without moving from home, or for work or personal reasons you need to improve your Spanish language skills in a short time. Also, if you cannot afford to travel to another country to learn Spanish, this option allows you to save on travel and accommodation costs.

Price is for 2 students booking together.

It is one of the most popular options for those who have clear needs and objectives, and also for those who want an extra class to supplement their group Spanish classes.

The good thing about this online format of Spanish classes is that you decide the number of classes you want, the time you want to take them, and you set the pace and speed of the classes. Tailor-made, completely adapted to your personal requirements. Having an individual teacher just for you allows you to establish a special rapport with them, which will increase your confidence when expressing yourself in Spanish.

In addition, the fact that the teacher can adapt to your learning style, has the advantage that he or she will always provide you with learning materials that are specially made for you and will use suitable teaching techniques that will enable you to achieve your goals.

It is the perfect option for those of you who live in Madrid and really want to learn Spanish but are too busy during the week. The school offers a 12-week Spanish course, starting at the beginning of January, April or October, which consists of three hours of class every Friday afternoon, or Saturday morning.

The weekend Spanish classes focus on communication, helping you to develop your speaking, listening and writing skills, as we guide you through the grammar which will help you to speak fluently and correctly. The classes are dynamic and we make sure everyone participates. Cultural and social themes are also emphasized to help you understand the country better and to make your time in Madrid as rewarding as possible.

Individual Spanish lessons are the most convenient way of learning Spanish as they give you the freedom to shape your classes to your own needs and goals. You decide the number of classes you want to take, where and when they take place, and what they focus on. You control the pace and rhythm of learning, thereby maximizing your progress.

Before you start, you will be asked to provide the school with detailed information on your current level and your objectives for the course. Based on that the teacher will create a 100% personalized study program, selecting the best learning materials and a variety of exercises to ensure that your personal study objectives are met.

You will learn to express yourself in real life situations, applying your knowledge of Spanish to your own personal context.

Individual Spanish lessons are the most convenient way of learning Spanish as they give you the freedom to shape your classes to your own needs and goals. You decide the number of classes you want to take, where and when they take place, and what they focus on. You control the pace and rhythm of learning, thereby maximizing your progress.

Before you start, you will be asked to provide the school with detailed information on your current level and your objectives for the course. Based on that the teacher will create a 100% personalized study program, selecting the best learning materials and a variety of exercises to ensure that your personal study objectives are met.

You will learn to express yourself in real life situations, applying your knowledge of Spanish to your own personal context.

This course is suitable for two students who have the same level of Spanish.

It is a combination of a language course with an internship.Intensive course, accredited by the Cervantes Institute, offers you the opportunity to improve your language level quickly and efficiently. The language course can be booked for as many weeks as you need.

Internships offer you the opportunity to gain valuable experience in international companies while promoting your resume. The school works with leading companies to provide you with a professional immersion experience and comprehensive support before, during and after your stay, thanks to the school´s Internship Manager.These are unpaid internships.

It focuses on developing the practical language skills essential for the international business world, as well as specifically Spanish terms and concepts. It is perfect program for anyone who needs to improve their performance in meetings, presentations and negotiations, and to develop their writing skills. Business Spanish students are typically executives living in Madrid, people who work in an international business environment and need to engage with the Spanish speaking world, or younger students preparing for a bright future. Business students can also take the prestigious Madrid Cámara de Comercio Exams. 

CCSE Exam preparation classes are private, as this is the best way to prepare for the exam. You decide how many classes you want to take and when you want to have them. The classes are exclusively focussed on content for the exam. They will equip you with an exhaustive knowledge about what you have to know, as well as the best methods with which to approach the exam.

DELE classes focus exclusively on exam preparation. They will allow you to gain in-depth knowledge and show you the best way to approach the exam. You will learn specific exam techniques and improve answering style, practice past exam questions and develop all the linguistic skills tested during the exam.

The classes focus exclusively on DELE exam preparation: you will review past DELE exam papers, learn exam techniques, improve answering styles, and practice specific examination tasks to develop all the linguistic skills needed for the exam. You will receive tons of insider tips to make sure you get the best preparation possible.

While the course will require you to work hard, it is also fun and incredibly motivating. By studying with a small group of new friends, you won’t feel alone while working towards your common goal: passing the DELE exam.

Combination of the general Intensive Course (20 weekly classes) to strengthen your overall Spanish knowledge and the DELE Preparation Course (10 weekly classes) focusing exclusively on exam preparation.


Students can choose to take a 2 week course or a 4 week course right before the exam date. Please consult exam dates and levels as well as the schedule.

It is a combination of Intensive course (20 group classes of General Spanish) and DELE preparation course (10 group courses).

During your DELE exam preparation classes you will review past DELE exam papers, learn exam techniques, improve answering styles, and practice specific examination tasks to develop all the linguistic skills needed for the exam. You will receive tons of insider tips to make sure you get the best preparation possible.

While the course will require you to work hard, it is also fun and incredibly motivating. By studying with a small group of new friends, you won’t feel alone while working towards your common goal: passing the DELE exam.

If you would like to work in the tourism industry in the Spanish speaking world, this course will prepare you for the highly prestigious Madrid Chamber of Commerce exams (arranged in collaboration with the University of Alcalá). This is the perfect preparation course for students or professionals who are working or want to work as tour operators, in hotels, cultural centers, congresses, or in any sector of the tourism industry. This course will give you the Spanish vocabulary and communication skills in Spanish needed to become successful in the professional tourism sector. It will also make you more knowledgeable and confident in your everyday work life.

If you would like to work in the tourism industry in the Spanish speaking world, this course will prepare you for the highly prestigious Madrid Chamber of Commerce exams (arranged in collaboration with the University of Alcalá). This is the perfect preparation course for students or professionals who are working or want to work as tour operators, in hotels, cultural centers, congresses, or in any sector of the tourism industry. This course will give you the Spanish vocabulary and communication skills in Spanish needed to become successful in the professional tourism sector. It will also make you more knowledgeable and confident in your everyday work life.

Preparation classes for the SIELE Exam are private lessons, as that’s the best way to prepare for the exam. You decide how many classes you wish to take, where (at the school, at home or in the office), and when you want to have them. The classes are exclusively focused on exam preparation. They will enable you to acquire an exhaustive knowledge of everything that you need to know, as well as the best method with which to approach the exam.

Preparation classes for the SIELE Exam are private lessons, as that’s the best way to prepare for the exam. You decide how many classes you wish to take, where (at the school, at home or in the office), and when you want to have them. The classes are exclusively focused on exam preparation. They will enable you to acquire an exhaustive knowledge of everything that you need to know, as well as the best method with which to approach the exam.

Combination of the general Intensive Course plus 9 cooking classes per week.

The course includes:

• 4 Spanish classes per day: from Monday to Friday, in the morning.
  
• 9 cooking classes taking place after the Spanish classes, in the afternoon, 3 days of the week.

Combination of an Intensive Course with 20 weekly classes plus 5 professional dance classes per week.
Start dates: every Monday except August.
The course includes:

• 4 Spanish classes per day: from Monday to Friday, in the morning or in the afternoon
  
• 5 Dance classes: from 19:00 to 22:00 (usually). It can be salsa, flamenco, sevillanas or tango. Professional teachers guide you through the steps, no matter your level or previous experience.

The programme includes:

• 4 Spanish classes per day: from Monday to Friday, in the morning or in the afternoon
  
• 5 Tennis classes: before or after Spanish classes .
  
  This program is specially designed for sports enthusiasts who also want to learn Spanish. The intensive Spanish course will allow you to make a huge progress in the Spanish language in a very short time. In the tennis lessons, you will be able to improve your technique or start learning to play tennis from the very beginning.
  
  
  Estudiar español en Madrid tiene muchísimas ventajas, y además de las clases de tenis, podrás disfrutar de divertidas actividades extraescolares con las que conocer la capital española, hacer muchos amigos y sobre todo aprender español.
  
  Cuando finalices el curso, volverás a casa con un montón de historias para contar a tus amigos y con un nivel de tenis y español estelar. ¿Te animas?

Combination of an Intensive Course with 20 weekly classes plus 8 professional art classes per week.
Start dates: every Monday except August.

The programme includes:

• 4 Spanish classes per day: from Monday to Friday, in the morning or in the afternoon
  
• 8 Art classes: before or after Spanish classes.
  
  The school partners with one of Madrid's most established art schools, allowing you to choose between two mediums: colorful painting and drawing or rich and earthy ceramics. Professional artists will walk you through new techniques, giving insight into color and texture, while allowing you to explore your personal style. To ensure you enjoy your art course as much as possible, this course is only available to students that have a minimum of A2 level Spanish and/or B2 level English.

This course has a practical approach that provides teachers with the tools to achieve dynamic lessons. It focuses on the skills needed to achieve oral and written interaction while reflecting on the importance of linguistic and paralinguistic values within oral expression. The main objective is that teachers can learn about materials to take directly into their classrooms, while being trained to create these materials. This participatory methodology allows them to show and share experiences in the classroom or discuss the different workshops presented during the training. In each workshop, participants will develop activities based on the model of the theme presented.

By observing face-to-face ELE classes you will be able to gain experience and deepen your training as a Spanish teacher.
Guidelines for an optimal observation experience will be provided before the course. You will also have the chance to analyze the observation with the observed teacher, commenting on the methodology used, student participation, time distribution and every aspect of the class.

By observing face-to-face ELE classes you will be able to gain experience and deepen your training as a Spanish teacher.

Guidelines for an optimal observation experience will be provided before the course. You will also have the chance to analyze the observation with the observed teacher, commenting on the methodology used, student participation, time distribution and every aspect of the class.