Spanish for Beginners

Beginner 1 Spanish Course (A1.1)

Learn Spanish with a glass of Rioja in hand and salsa music in the background — welcome to Battersea Spanish.

Whether you're dreaming of exploring Latin America, making new amigos, or just ordering tapas like a pro, this is your first step.

And we get it — learning a new language can feel intimidating. That’s why we keep things welcoming, supportive, and full of good energy. Great teachers and great vibes await.

🗓️ Summer Term Starts 23rd June!

Our full course timetable is dropping soon — but here’s what to expect from our Beginner 1 course:

🧠 What you’ll learn in Beginner 1:

Perfect for total beginners or those who know just a little, this course helps you build confidence from day one. You’ll learn how to:

• Introduce yourself and make small talk
• Ask & answer everyday questions (what you do, where you're from, what you love)
• Describe people, places, weather, and your favourite foods
• Start building vocabulary you’ll actually use — in class, while travelling, or at our events!

🥂 Not just a class... an experience

At Battersea Spanish, learning doesn’t stop when the lesson ends.

• Grab a glass of Spanish wine or beer from our on-site bar before or after class
• Share some great Tapas with your classmates (Wed-Fri only)
• Join our social Spanish events, tango, salsa & flamenco classes, or amazing Flamenco shows
• Watch Spanish-language films at our regular cinema club
• Play games like Scrabble en español or “¿Quién es quién?” with other learners
• Practice in real life, not just in your textbook

📍 Course Details

• Level: Beginner 1 (A1.1)
• Duration: 10 weeks
• Total Hours: 15
• Location: Battersea Spanish, 263-265 Battersea Park Road (just behind Tesco Express!)
• Teacher: Native Spanish speaker
• Textbook: This course follows Aula Internacional Plus 1 (ISBN: 978-8418224157). You can purchase your own copy for home study or refer to our shared copies during lessons.
• Certificate: Students who complete the course receive a Certificate of Completion outlining the level achieved.

❗ Important Info

Please make sure that you will be free to attend the course on the dates advertised before you register. Once your booking is confirmed, we are unfortunately not able to refund fees paid, in full or in part, or to re-allocate them to another booking at a later date.

This condition applies to all our courses and events and for all reasons except force majeure or our failure to deliver the course/activity as publicised — in which case, you’ll be refunded in full.

Please read our full Terms & Conditions before booking to avoid any disappointment.

🔄 Missed a class?

We totally understand — life happens! Here’s how we help you stay on track:

• Access the Curriculum: We share the full course curriculum in your confirmation email so you can review any missed topics.
• Make-up Lesson: If there’s another class of the same level that week, you’re welcome to sit in once per term. Just let us know in advance!
• 1-to-1 Catch-up: Want something more tailored? You can book a one-to-one online catch-up with your course tutor. Details here.

🎉 Say ¡Hola! to your new community

Learning Spanish doesn’t have to be scary — especially when you’re doing it with a glass of Malbec and a group of new friends by your side.

Let’s learn, laugh, and toast to it — ¡Mucha suerte y a por todo!

(“Good luck and go for it!” — a real Spanish cheer to send you on your way)