What Are Immersion Programs?

Language immersion programs have proven to be extremely successful and in much shorter periods of time than in regular language classes in students' home countries.

The key concept behind immersion programs is that Spanish is not simply a course subject; intead, the actual language is employed as a teaching tool. Spanish immersion programs teach the target language in the target language in an effort to provide students with optimal conditions in which to learn and practice.

Plus, being in a genuine Spanish-speaking city like Barcelona means that once class lets out, your Spanish immersion continues out and about in the community. This two-fold approach to learning Spanish has resulted in rapid progress in students' Spanish speaking and listening skills as well as a huge boost in the confidence they have in expressing themselves to others.

Whether you're a total beginner just starting out or a seasoned Spanish speaker looking to fine tune your skills, you will be delightfully stunned by the improvements you notice each day thanks to this 100% Spanish immersion approach.

Think of it in terms of learning any new skill; let's take, for example, swimming. Where is the most effective place to learn to swim? Naturally the ideal environment in which to learn to stay afloat and swim is in the water. The more time you spend in the water, the faster your abilities to move through the water will improve and the more confident you will become. The same goes for learning a language! The best place to learn French is France. The best place to learn Japanese is in Japan. Needless to say, the best place to learn Spanish is Spain or Latin America, where you'll be immersed in the language and culture and surrounded by millions of native experts!