Minimalist Spanish learning, maximum clarity

Learn Spanish with clarity and confidence

Structured courses, real progress. Live cohorts, private lessons, and self-paced tracks designed by certified instructors — with accessible materials and CEFR-aligned outcomes.

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All levels

Beginner to Advanced (A1–C1)

Flexible formats

Live, private, or self-paced

Outcome-driven

CEFR-aligned curriculum

Transparent pricing

Clear plans, no hidden fees

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Conversational focus

Speak from lesson one with guided dialogues, pronunciation drills, and practical scenarios (travel, work, daily life).

Certified instructors

Experienced teachers with DELE/SIELE preparation expertise and a curriculum built for measurable progress.

Track your progress

Placement test, progress checkpoints, and completion certificates for your records or employer.

Choose a format that fits your schedule

Minimalist materials, maximum impact: clear explanations, practice loops, and feedback you can act on.

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Live Cohorts

Small groups, fixed schedule, high accountability.

  • Speaking-first lesson design
  • Weekly teacher feedback
  • Peer practice sessions

Private Lessons

1:1 lessons tailored to your goals and time zone.

  • Custom study plan
  • Targeted speaking feedback
  • DELE/SIELE strategy

Self-Paced Tracks

Study anytime with structured modules and checkpoints.

  • Short lessons (10–20 min)
  • Downloadable practice
  • Optional live check-ins
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FAQ

Do I need prior Spanish?

No. We offer A1 beginner tracks and a placement test to recommend the best starting point.

Is it good for DELE/SIELE?

Yes. You can choose an exam-prep goal in the placement test and we’ll recommend a plan with targeted practice.

How much time per week?

Most students progress with 3–5 hours/week. Self-paced tracks are flexible; cohorts follow a fixed schedule.

Can I switch formats?

Yes. Start self-paced and add private lessons later, or join a cohort after building fundamentals.

Get a clear path to fluency

Take the placement test in under a minute and receive a recommendation you can act on.

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Quick Placement Test

Answer a few questions to estimate your level. We’ll recommend the best next step.

Instant recommendation

Based on your answers, we’ll suggest a starting level and the best course format. Your result also helps us tailor a short study plan.

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Learning method

Instructor standards

Sendero Nuevo instructors follow a shared teaching standard: clear explanations, structured practice, and feedback that maps to CEFR skills.

Feedback

Actionable notes: what to fix, why it matters, how to practice.

Exam prep

Task-based speaking and writing with scoring criteria.

Progress tracking

  1. Placement to choose the right starting level.
  2. Short checkpoints every unit (listening, speaking, grammar use).
  3. Clear next steps: what to review and what to advance.

Live cohort details

Class size

Typically 6–10 learners for speaking time and feedback.

Structure

Warm-up → target language → guided practice → speaking tasks → recap.

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Pick what matches your schedule and feedback needs.

Feature Live Cohort Private Self-Paced
Schedule Fixed Flexible Anytime
Feedback Weekly Every lesson Optional
Best for Accountability Fast progress Busy schedules
Speaking practice High Very high Medium