Location
  • Panama
    • Panama City
Length
1 to 52 weeks
Language
Spanish
Health & Safety

Program Details

Language Level
Beginner
Immersion Level
Intensive Standard
Class Size
Small Class (1-7)
Weekly Classroom Hours
20
Housing
Apartment Guesthouse Host Family Hostel Hotel
Age Min.
15

Pricing

Starting Price
195
Price Details
Cost of each week of Small Group Intensive Course varies depending on the number of weeks you sign up for. The prices for the course are from $249 to $195 per week for the 20 hours depending on the number of weeks you sign up for.
What's Included
Activities Classes Wifi
What's Included (Extra)

Free Daily Social Activities (Sunset Bike Tour, Salsa Class, Happy Hour, Beach Volleyball)

What's Not Included
Accommodation Airfare
Nov 22, 2023
Apr 14, 2025
8 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Located in the UNESCO world heritage site of Casco Viejo, the safest neighborhood in Panama City and one of the coolest in Latin America. The Small Group Intensive is the school’s most popular course and the fastest way to learn Spanish in the shortest time possible.

Small class sizes, avg. 2 or 3 students per group and max of 4, ensure you get personalized attention and can practice speaking. From total beginners to advanced speakers we offer groups at all levels. The classes are very interactive and focused on conversation, to ensure you have the confidence to speak the language.

The course includes a workbook/textbook, free coffee, tea, wifi, and all the material we use in class as well as free daily activities such as sunset bike ride, brewery tour, salsa lessons, and volleyball. These activities are a great way to meet other students and practice your Spanish outside of class.

Video and Photos

Diversity & Inclusion 💙

Casco Antiguo Spanish School recognizes the importance of culturally responsive teaching, recognizing and addressing systemic biases in education, fostering inclusive classroom environments, and providing access to resources and opportunities that promote equity and diversity. As language educators we aim to contribute to creating a more equitable and inclusive educational system that uplifts BIPOC communities.
Casco Antiguo Spanish School actively supports LGBTQIA+ causes in Panama (our founder is a board member of Panama's "It Get's Better" foundation) and aims to create a welcoming and safe environment for all of our students. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals, creating a safe space where all students can express their true selves while learning a new language.
At Casco Antiguo Spanish School we are dedicated to providing inclusive and supportive learning environments for neurodivergent individuals. Our experienced instructors are trained to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring that every student, regardless of their neurodiversity, can thrive in our language programs. We offer personalized support and resources to help neurodivergent learners excel in their language studies and achieve their language learning goals.
We are dedicated to ensuring accessibility for all. We provide a range of accommodations to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities, including accessible facilities, materials in various formats, and support services. Our goal is to make language learning an inclusive experience, where everyone can participate fully and thrive in their language studies.

Impact 🌎

Casco Antiguo Spanish School is deeply committed to sustainability. We integrate eco-friendly practices into our operations, from using energy efficient bulbs to recycling and reducing waste. By fostering a culture of environmental responsibility, we aim to not only teach languages but also inspire our students to become global citizens who contribute to a more sustainable future.
At our language school, ethical impact is at the core of our mission. We prioritize responsible sourcing of materials, fair employment practices, and community engagement. Through our programs, we aim to empower students with not only language skills but also a strong sense of ethical responsibility and social awareness, fostering a positive impact both locally and globally.

Program Highlights

  • Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Casco Viejo, the safest neighborhood in Panama
  • Guaranteed small group size, average of 2 to 3 people and maximum of 4 students per group
  • Free daily social activities included, Sunset Bike Tour, Salsa Class, Happy Hour, Beach Volleyball
  • Volunteer placements at local non-profit organizations offered free for students
  • Social Enterprise, percentage of your tuition supports local non-profits, and 100% of Homestay fees go directly to families

Related Programs

Program Reviews

5.00 Rating
based on 83 reviews
  • 5 rating 100%
  • 4 rating 0%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Instruction 4.95
  • Support 5
  • Fun 5
  • Housing 4.8
  • Value 4.95
Showing 33 - 40 of 83 reviews
Default avatar
Sarah
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Spanish sensation!

We had a fantastic experience at Casco Spanish school. The staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly. They made us feel welcome and answered any and all of our stupid questions whilst helping us practice our spanish. They also organized activities outside of school hours which was fun and a great chance to get to know the other students. Our teacher Rogelio was fantastic. He made the classes informative, fun and practical. He used a number of different methods to engage our learning and I feel that my Spanish improved ten-fold under his tutelage. Would recommend!

37 people found this review helpful.
Default avatar
Georgia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Loved every second!

My friend and I did a few lessons here to top up our Spanish skills after doing a week in a school in Guatemala and I preferred our time here! We ended up extending our lessons because we were learning so much

Rogelio was absolutely incredible. So fun but also so helpful and smart. But all the staff seemed so lovely. They offer extra activities as well if you wanted to get more involved which I love at any school

Loved our time at this school! Would recommend to anyone! Definitely worth doing whether you’re a beginner or helping along

43 people found this review helpful.
Default avatar
Judith
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Recommended!

My boyfriend and I took our first Spanish lessons at this school. Even though their advice was to both take private lessons (for the same price), we were allowed to take lessons together (our preference). We learned a lot in one week, but could have stayed much longer. Of course you cannot learn Spanish in one week, but for us it was a good way to start with the language and have a good base. We can now grow from there with our travels the next months. We also loved the extra activities that they offer like salsa lessons and bike tour. Mucho gracias Hector!

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
We would definitely stay longer the next time, to continue learning.
Pros
  • Interactive
  • Personal
49 people found this review helpful.
Default avatar
Johanna
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Perfect way to improve

I stayed in Panama for almost a month and studied at Casco Antiguo Spanish School for 3 weeks, which was a great experience.
Samuel was an amazing teacher who helped me improve on my Spanish thanks to themed conversations, outings in the old town, practical exercices and more. I saw improvements on my way to communicate in Spanish pretty quickly.
The rest of the team was always very helpful too when it came to visit recommendations in the city, things to do in Panama, in addition to cultural information that were very interesting.

51 people found this review helpful.
Default avatar
Danielle
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Casco Antiguo Spanish School, Private Tutoring

Me gustaría expresar mi agradecimiento por las clases de español. Aprendí mucho de Profesor Luis que es un profesor excelente y muy paciente. Sus lecciones me ayudaron mucho en mi trabajo y me dieron más confianza. Fue una experiencia memorable y voy a utilizar las habilidades obtenidas por muchos años.

The private online tutoring was a great format for a working professional. They were able to customize the material to my needs and interests. The teacher consistently made sure I was getting the most out of the lessons and helped me use real-world examples that I could directly apply to my work. I highly recommend this program!

Pros
  • Experienced teacher
  • Interesting learning material
  • Flexible schedules
49 people found this review helpful.
Default avatar
Victoria
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Super engaging and fun language course!

If you're looking for a really engaging way to learn Spanish and build confidence in it, Casco Antiguo Spanish School is amazing for that! The staff is super helpful and fun and their Spanish teachers create engaging classes that keep you from ever getting bored. I moved to Panama with only a year of Spanish under my belt, and these last two weeks with Samuel (mi professor) actually made me feel I could one day be fluent. I took the small class intensive that was four hours a day. They use an immersive way of teaching (basically only Spanish is spoken when they teach) and use lots of games, topics, outings to help you build your understanding of the language. 11/10 - Loved the class so much! Highly recommend it!

Pros
  • built confidence in Spanish
  • learned more about Panama
  • super fun and engaging classes
Cons
  • wish I could take more
51 people found this review helpful.
Default avatar
Ingvill
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Interactive and personalised Spanish lessons

Such a good experience, the staff are lovely and you get such personal care and attention. My instructor Erick made the lessons fit the needs of both of us in my group, there was an interactive activity each day and the learning material provided is super useful. These are also learning materials that you can continue using after you finish your course, which I really appreciate! Also a good way to get to know Casco Viejo and Panamanian culture as we visited different museums and attractions in the area. Very happy with the school!

Pros
  • Personalised lessons
  • Daily activities in Casco Viejo
  • Useful learning material
50 people found this review helpful.
Default avatar
Lisa
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Casco Antiguo Spanish School Panama

The small class size and mix of activities really helped my learning and gave me a boost to keep going. We got in some great conversations and my teacher was very cognizant of modifying a challenging activity where necessary. I
learned some useful subjunctive tips and reinforced examples of paragraph transitions in Spanish. I learned about Panama and its people which is something new to me and a lot of other students, I'm pretty sure. The after-class activities, such as happy hour and volleyball, are also great. I would definitely return!

Pros
  • Small class
  • Safe area of the city
  • Modern activities for learning
54 people found this review helpful.

Questions & Answers