Learn Spanish in Bolivia
Intensive, personalized in-person Spanish courses in Cochabamba.
We offer personalized In-person Spanish courses in Cochabamba in Bolivia to make sure every student learns effectively and at their own pace. Our classes are dynamic and interactive, designed to keep you engaged from start to finish. If you’re traveling with friends, a partner, or a small group at the same level, we can arrange private group classes upon request. And because learning is also about sharing, you’ll enjoy breaks together with students from all over the world — always in a vibrant garden atmosphere full of energy and good vibes.
What to expect
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Suitable for All Levels and Goals
Whether you’re a complete beginner, an intermediate learner, or already advanced, our in-person courses are designed to meet you where you are. We adapt each program to your level, learning style, and personal objectives — from building a solid foundation to refining fluency or preparing for specific goals like travel, work, or official exams. Our flexible approach ensures that every student can progress confidently and effectively, no matter their starting point.
High Teaching Quality & Diverse Teachers
Our team of experienced, linguistics graduates and passionate Bolivian teachers makes every class in our Spanish School unique. With over 30 years of teaching experience, we focus on combining professional expertise with a warm, student-centered approach. Every day, you’ll work with a different teacher, which exposes you to a variety of accents, personalities, and teaching styles. This daily rotation keeps classes dynamic, builds real-life listening skills, and ensures you get a rich and well-rounded learning experience.
Learn Spanish Through Real Communication and Latin American Culture
Our Spanish courses in Bolivia are based on real communication and interactive learning. We combine reading authentic texts, listening to music and recordings, working with videos, and playing educational games to create dynamic and engaging lessons. Students can also enjoy cultural visits to museums, markets, and local artisans, turning the city into a living classroom.
We strongly believe that learning Spanish is more meaningful when you connect with the local culture. That’s why many of our texts and conversations focus on Bolivian and Latin American culture, exploring a wide variety of topics. With this approach, you’ll not only improve your Spanish quickly and effectively, but also discover the vibrant culture behind the language.
A Unique Environment for Learning
Our school is unlike any other — classes take place in a beautiful garden filled with tropical plants, friendly dogs and cats, and even hummingbirds fluttering around. This peaceful and vibrant atmosphere creates the perfect setting for focused learning and genuine human connection. Between classes, students from around the world gather in the garden to relax, chat, and share experiences, making the school feel more like a community than a classroom.
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Teaching materials
We’ve developed our own set of 8 textbooks that follow the grammar rules of the Real Academia Española, align with the DELE levels of the Instituto Cervantes, and highlight the rich culture of Bolivia and Latin America.
Hablando español 1
Beginner
Classification : A1
The basics of Spanish for traveling
Grammar: Present, past, and future tenses
Duration: 3 to 5 weeks
Hablando español 2
Intermediate
Classification : A2
Advance in Spanish and master past tenses
Grammar: Preterite, imperfect, and imperative tenses
Duration: 2 to 3 weeks
Hablando español 3
Upper-intermediate
Classification : B1
Dive into the subtleties of the subjunctive
Grammar: Present subjunctive and past
Duration: 2 to 3 weeks
Hablando español 4
Advanced
Classification : B2
Master adverbial subordinate clauses
Grammar: Conditional and imperfect subjunctive
Duration: 2 to 3 weeks
Hablando español 5
Upper-Advanced
Classification : C1
Master all the nuances of Spanish and complex structures
Grammar: Compound tenses, verbal periphrases, and subordinate clauses
Duration: 3 to 4 weeks
Other books:
Español para niños : A Spanish method adapted for children.
Español en poco tiempo : A condensed beginner-level Spanish course for those with limited time.
Repaso Rápido : Review of Spanish basics for learners with prior knowledge.
Plans and Pricing
Our teachers
Carmen - Hello, my name is Carmen Vega, and I am the founder of this Spanish language school, along with my dear husband Jacques. For me, this school is a dream come true, because ever since I […]
Noemi - Hello, my name is Noemi and I am part of this wonderful team of teachers at Carmen Vega School.I have been doing this wonderful job since 1994. Thanks to these years of experience, I have […]
Daniel - Hi, I’m Dani, and I’ve been working at our Spanish school since October 2018. That same year, I discovered my passion for teaching, and it has only grown stronger over time. I love meeting people […]
Jacques - Hello, I'm Jacques, Carmen's happy husband. I'm originally from France, but I've been living in Bolivia since 2008. Bolivia is my adopted country, and I love its unique culture, welcoming people, and impressive nature. I […]
Viviana - Hello! My name is Viviana, but everyone calls me Vivi. I have been teaching at Carmen Vega School since 2022. I have also taken courses in various languages: English, French, 汉语 (Mandarin), and of course […]
Noe - Hi there! My name is Noé. I've been part of this amazing team of professionals since 2023. I've been living for over 20 years in the city of eternal spring, Cochabamba, which is known for […]
Alejandra - Hi, my name is Alejandra, but you can call me Ale. I have been part of the Carmen Vega Spanish school since 2025. I studied linguistics at university and have worked in different places, which […]
Dani - Hi, my name is Daniel, but everyone calls me Dani. I have been working as a teacher at Carmen Vega School since 2010, after completing my studies in linguistics at the University of Cochabamba.I currently […]