Viva Spanish programs

Viva Spanish School - san juan del sur Nicaragua

Learn Spanish in san juan del sur Nicaragua!

Let's say that you have already chosen the type of learning medium so that you can sharpen your skills in speaking Spanish. Whether it's through audio lessons, online lessons or lessons in a physical classroom, what's important is for you to follow these tips so that you can improve your knowledge of Spanish:

1. Make sure to practice reading the words out loud.
Even if you are using an audio book, they usually do come with printed reference materials so that you can see how the words are spelled. If you have these materials, read them out loud. By hearing yourself speak the language, you will know whether you are speaking it like a native or if you sound a little bit off – which means that your pronunciation could be wrong.

2. Always carry with you a Spanish language reference to read.
Whether it's flashcards which you made from your past Spanish lesson or a small Spanish phrasebook, what's important is for you to carry these learning tools wherever you go. By doing so, you can use your spare time in learning a new word, phrase or sentence every day – so that your mastery of the language will be quicker.

3. Be consistent and patient.
Just as it is with any new thing that you are learning, learning the Spanish language cannot be done without committing a few mistakes along the way. As long as you are consistent with your desire to learn, you are patiently studying your lessons, you will be able to speak like a native in not time at all.

4. Practice makes perfect.
Finally, remember that practice makes perfect so try talking in Spanish whenever the opportunity to do so presents itself.
Learning Spanish has never been easier. The staff here ensures proper implementation of teaching methods to make the student adept in writing, listening, reading, and speaking Spanish fluently rather than just impart language tidbits to communicate with the locals and tourists alike. Here, the teaching staff is a comprehensive one, comprised of graduate students or students in their final year of undergraduate study. To retain the interest and attention of the students, the teachers are regularly rotated which means that a student will have two teachers for any class.

The only requirement for enrolment is an online test, which will help us to judge the level from which your teaching would start. There are six types of programs available:

We offer a range of programs, and classes to suit all timetables: Here is a summary.

Intensive: Spanish Immersion Tour of Nicaragua (Leon and Managua) 20 hours per week 8 a.m. – 12 noon or 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.	Spanish Immersion Tour of Nicaragua (Leon and Managua) Study in Leon and Managua (other cities available). Two-week combo program with study in the big city and the pueblo.
SKYPE ON-LINE CLASSES We offer on-line classes, one-on-one with a teacher thru Skype. All you need is an inexpensive webcam and headset. You just download Skype Free PC-To-PC Calling, and you are ready! We can help you get started. www.vivaspanishonline.com	For kids: (Managua) Available in Intensive, Semi Intensive or Regular. Specially designed curriculum for children.
HOME STUDY (Leon and Managua) In some cases, we can send one of our teachers out to your home or business to give 2 or 4 hours of classes on a daily basis. See the price list for the cost of this service. For the security of our staff, decisions for this service are made by the director of the school.	VOLUNTEER NICARAGUA (Leon, Granada, Masaya, Estelí, Matagalpa and Managua) Volunteering allows you to be more than just a tourist; you get to immerse in a new culture and help others while experiencing the adventure of a lifetime.

Some ad-hoc courses
Educators should let their students enjoy immersing with other people across the globe and share their cultures and country’s pride. Students must be encouraged to do volunteer activities to widen their knowledge regarding how other people live their lives. They will have a chance to help improve the way of life for of people in a community in Nicaragua. They could teach handicrafts or any activities which will benefit the community people. They could even structure business trainings in collaboration with the local government to further empower the people.

There are so many options herein that students can select based on their abilities. Some of them include integrating with community people, humanitarian work, empowering women, children and sustaining health and education through English and Spanish teaching, doing crafts and agriculture and environmental protection. As they work on it, they will be able to discover their own hidden talents and those things they are not aware that they can do. Students can also be empowered because they will practice leadership skills as they volunteer.

Important information for volunteers:
The best way to make the most out of your volunteer program is to be well prepared. E.g. if you are coming to volunteer in Nicaragua, make sure you learn Spanish first (you can opt for online Spanish lessons or Nicaragua immersion course in-country before volunteering), Also, you will have read about the requirements of the program, you must understand the rules and regulations, and finally, know the costs. If you have any doubts regarding our program you should contact us immediately. We are happy to answer all of your questions.