"I learned more in one year at Spanish Circle than I did in three years of high school and college classes. The small class size and congenial atmosphere are definite pluses."
Don M. · Docent, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
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If you're completely new to Spanish, starting at the introductory level is the right choice for you.
It may even be appropriate if you have taken Spanish classes before, but you feel like you need a fresh start. Fill our "Formulario de Contacto" if you think that starting at the beginning would be right for you, and we'll let you know if we think so, too.
Starting as an experienced beginner is likely to be the right choice if you have experience in Spanish and are familiar with some of the basics, which doesn't necessarily mean that you are comfortable using them in the real world! It may even be appropriate if you have a significant background in another Latin-based language.
However, if you 1) have taken 3 to 4 years of high school Spanish, 2) did well AND 3) actually remember some, you shouldn't (should not) consider yourself an Experienced Beginner.
Fill our "Formulario de Contacto" (see "En Contacto") if you think that starting as an experienced beginner would be right for you, and we'll let you know if we think so, too.
While it's easy to identify yourself as a beginner, it's a real challenge to figure out where you fall in that wide spectrum beyond beginner. We don't expect you to know which of our levels is right for you, we only expect you to take an initial guess.
Starting at this level is likely to be the right choice if your classroom experience with Spanish is 'not insignificant.' When communicating complex ideas, you may find yourself thinking too much, and you may be more comfortable expressing yourself in writing; you'd like to pick up your speed speaking. Remember: you can consider yourself an intermediate student, even if you don't consider yourself an intermediate speaker.
While it's easy to identify yourself as a beginner, it's a real challenge to figure out where you fall in that wide spectrum beyond beginner. We don't expect you to know which of our levels is right for you, we only expect you to take an initial guess.
Starting at this level is likely to be the right choice if your classroom experience with Spanish is significant. You're still probably better at expressing yourself in writing, so you need to pick up your speed speaking. When it comes to advanced structures, you have studied most of them, but are not confident in using many of them. Remember: you can consider yourself a high intermediate student, even if you don't consider yourself a high intermediate speaker.
While it's easy to identify yourself as a beginner, it's a real challenge to figure out where you fall in that wide spectrum beyond beginner. We don't expect you to know which of our levels is right for you, we only expect you to take an initial guess.
This level is likely to be the right choice if you are quite good in Spanish, whether you have spent years studying it, or simply are very talented with languages. You can express yourself well in many situations, even if your spoken use of advanced structures is limited or shaky. In your classroom experience, you have studied and been tested on the most advanced concepts of Spanish but at times you still feel like you're being held back by some clunky, inefficient thought processes to come up with the right way to say what you want. Remember: you can consider yourself an advanced student, even if you don't consider yourself an advanced speaker.
These seminars really pack a punch to develop your intuition, increase fluency and improve accuracy.
Most of these topics are appropriate for high intermediate through advanced students, and the design of the class bridges the differences in level.
These classes are generally small (2 to 6 students), and this fall will be scheduled based on interest.
Don M. · Docent, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Find out more: search "spanish circle" at Citysearch.com...
INTRODUCTORY
If you're completely new to Spanish, starting at the introductory level is the right choice for you.
It may even be appropriate if you have taken Spanish classes before, but you feel like you need a fresh start. Fill our "Formulario de Contacto" if you think that starting at the beginning would be right for you, and we'll let you know if we think so, too.
Don't see a group scheduled on a day or time that fits your schedule? Let us know so we can help!
There still are openings in some of our classes that are starting or already started this month, too.
If interested, drop us line; we'd be happy to schedule a trial with tuition pro-rated.
Interested in starting the month after next? Drop us a line right away, because your input now can directly
affect the classes we schedule then.
Classes are usually scheduled to start the first week of the month, although at times the start date may be
postponed until the next week.
All of our courses consist of 12 lessons that run 1 hour and 50 minutes. Pay for your course in 2 installments
(6 lessons at a time); we'll only charge you for 5 so if you have to miss a lesson, it's no big whoop.
SEPTEMBER, 2010
Lakeview
Monday - 10.00 to 11.50 am
Monday - 6.00 to 7.50 pm
Tuesday - 8.00 to 10.00 am
Tuesday - 12.00 noon to 1.50 pm
Wednesday - 6.00 to 7.50 pm
Thursday - 6.00 to 7.50 pm
Thursday - 8.00 to 9.50 pm
Saturday - 10.00 to 11.50 am
Printer's Row
Monday - 10.00 to 11.50 am
Monday - 7.30 to 9.20 pm
Tuesday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Tuesday - 7.30 to 9.20 pm
Thursday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Thursday - 7.30 to 9.20 pm
Wheaton/Winfield
Private and semi-private only.
EXPERIENCED BEGINNER
Starting as an experienced beginner is likely to be the right choice if you have experience in Spanish and are familiar with some of the basics, which doesn't necessarily mean that you are comfortable using them in the real world! It may even be appropriate if you have a significant background in another Latin-based language.
However, if you 1) have taken 3 to 4 years of high school Spanish, 2) did well AND 3) actually remember some, you shouldn't (should not) consider yourself an Experienced Beginner.
Fill our "Formulario de Contacto" (see "En Contacto") if you think that starting as an experienced beginner would be right for you, and we'll let you know if we think so, too.
Don't see a group scheduled on a day or time that fits your schedule? Let us know so we can help!
There still are openings in some of our classes that are starting or already started this month, too.
If interested, drop us line; we'd be happy to schedule a trial with tuition pro-rated.
Interested in starting the month after next? Drop us a line right away, because your input now can directly
affect the classes we schedule then.
Classes are usually scheduled to start the first week of the month, although at times the start date may be
postponed until the next week.
All of our courses consist of 12 lessons that run 1 hour and 50 minutes. Pay for your course in 2 installments
(6 lessons at a time); we'll only charge you for 5 so if you have to miss a lesson, it's no big whoop.
SEPTEMBER, 2010
Lakeview
Monday - 6.00 pm to 7.50 pm
Monday - 8.00 pm to 9.50 pm
Tuesday - 10.00 to 11.50 am
Wednesday - 10.00 to 11.50 am
Wednesday - 6.00 to 7.50 pm
Thursday - 6.00 to 7.50 pm
Thursday - 8.00 to 9.50 pm
Printer's Row
Monday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Tuesday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Wednesday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Thursday - 7.30 to 9.20 pm
Saturday - 10.00 to 11.50 am
Saturday - noon to 1.50 pm
Wheaton/Winfield
Private and semi-private only.
INTERMEDIATE
While it's easy to identify yourself as a beginner, it's a real challenge to figure out where you fall in that wide spectrum beyond beginner. We don't expect you to know which of our levels is right for you, we only expect you to take an initial guess.
Starting at this level is likely to be the right choice if your classroom experience with Spanish is 'not insignificant.' When communicating complex ideas, you may find yourself thinking too much, and you may be more comfortable expressing yourself in writing; you'd like to pick up your speed speaking. Remember: you can consider yourself an intermediate student, even if you don't consider yourself an intermediate speaker.
Don't see a group scheduled on a day or time that fits your schedule? Let us know so we can help!
There still are openings in some of our classes that are starting or already started this month, too.
If interested, drop us line; we'd be happy to schedule a trial with tuition pro-rated.
Interested in starting the month after next? Drop us a line right away, because your input now can directly
affect the classes we schedule then.
Classes are usually scheduled to start the first week of the month, although at times the start date may be
postponed until the next week.
All of our courses consist of 12 lessons that run 1 hour and 50 minutes. Pay for your course in 2 installments
(6 lessons at a time); we'll only charge you for 5 so if you have to miss a lesson, it's no big whoop.
SEPTEMBER, 2010
Lakeview
Monday - 6.00 pm to 7.50 pm
Monday - 8.00 pm to 9.50 pm
Tuesday - 6.00 pm to 7.50 pm
Tuesday - 8.00 pm to 9.50 pm
Wednesday - 6.00 to 7.50 pm
Thursday - 8.00 to 9.50 pm
Saturday - 10.00 to 11.50 am
Printer's Row
Monday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Monday - 7.30 to 9.20 pm
Tuesday - 7.30 to 5.20 pm
Wednesday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Wednesday - 7.30 to 9.20 pm
Saturday - 10.00 to 11.50 am
Saturday - noon to 1.50 pm
Wheaton/Winfield
Private and semi-private only.
HIGH INTERMEDIATE
While it's easy to identify yourself as a beginner, it's a real challenge to figure out where you fall in that wide spectrum beyond beginner. We don't expect you to know which of our levels is right for you, we only expect you to take an initial guess.
Starting at this level is likely to be the right choice if your classroom experience with Spanish is significant. You're still probably better at expressing yourself in writing, so you need to pick up your speed speaking. When it comes to advanced structures, you have studied most of them, but are not confident in using many of them. Remember: you can consider yourself a high intermediate student, even if you don't consider yourself a high intermediate speaker.
Don't see a group scheduled on a day or time that fits your schedule? Let us know so we can help!
There still are openings in some of our classes that are starting or already started this month, too.
If interested, drop us line; we'd be happy to schedule a trial with tuition pro-rated.
Interested in starting the month after next? Drop us a line right away, because your input now can directly
affect the classes we schedule then.
Classes are usually scheduled to start the first week of the month, although at times the start date may be
postponed until the next week.
All of our courses consist of 12 lessons that run 1 hour and 50 minutes. Pay for your course in 2 installments
(6 lessons at a time); we'll only charge you for 5 so if you have to miss a lesson, it's no big whoop.
SEPTEMBER, 2010
Lakeview
Monday - 6.00 pm to 7.50 pm
Monday - 8.00 pm to 9.50 pm
Tuesday - 6.00 pm to 7.50 pm
Tuesday - 8.00 pm to 9.50 pm
Wednesday - 6.00 to 7.50 pm
Wednesday - 8.00 to 9.50 pm
Thursday - 8.00 to 9.50 pm
Printer's Row
Monday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Tuesday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Wednesday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Wednesday - 7.30 to 9.20 pm
Wheaton/Winfield
Private and semi-private only.
ADVANCED
While it's easy to identify yourself as a beginner, it's a real challenge to figure out where you fall in that wide spectrum beyond beginner. We don't expect you to know which of our levels is right for you, we only expect you to take an initial guess.
This level is likely to be the right choice if you are quite good in Spanish, whether you have spent years studying it, or simply are very talented with languages. You can express yourself well in many situations, even if your spoken use of advanced structures is limited or shaky. In your classroom experience, you have studied and been tested on the most advanced concepts of Spanish but at times you still feel like you're being held back by some clunky, inefficient thought processes to come up with the right way to say what you want. Remember: you can consider yourself an advanced student, even if you don't consider yourself an advanced speaker.
Don't see a group scheduled on a day or time that fits your schedule? Let us know so we can help!
There still are openings in some of our classes that are starting or already started this month, too.
If interested, drop us line; we'd be happy to schedule a trial with tuition pro-rated.
Interested in starting the month after next? Drop us a line right away, because your input now can directly
affect the classes we schedule then.
Classes are usually scheduled to start the first week of the month, although at times the start date may be
postponed until the next week.
All of our courses consist of 12 lessons that run 1 hour and 50 minutes. Pay for your course in 2 installments
(6 lessons at a time); we'll only charge you for 5 so if you have to miss a lesson, it's no big whoop.
SEPTEMBER, 2010
Lakeview
Monday - 6.00 to 7.50 pm
Tuesday - 6.00 to 7.50 pm
Tuesday - 8.00 to 9.50 pm
Thursday - 6.00 to 7.50 pm
Thursday - 8.00 to 9.50 pm
Printer's Row
Tuesday - 5.30 to 7.20 pm
Tuesday - 7.30 to 9.20 pm
Saturday - 1.00 to 2.50 pm
Wheaton/Winfield
Private and semi-private only.
SURGICAL-STRIKE FINE-TUNING SEMINARS
Correct those mistakes you don't even know you're making!
Still have doubts about subjunctive? All those tenses? And those pronouns? The devil is in the details!These seminars really pack a punch to develop your intuition, increase fluency and improve accuracy.
Most of these topics are appropriate for high intermediate through advanced students, and the design of the class bridges the differences in level.
These classes are generally small (2 to 6 students), and this fall will be scheduled based on interest.