Learning Spanish in Colombia

GaryT

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Member since 27 January 2010

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GaryT

27 January 2010 13:09:10

GaryT

27 January 2010 13:09:10

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Hi all,

I am planning to learn Spanish in Colombia. I have checked the websites and found that the prices for the course varies.
Has any one got any experiences or tips to share so I can make an informed decision to choose the best available option as I am on a budget and not a loose one.
Basically, what is the most affordable/ value for money way to study Spanish in Colombia, in terms of quality of instruction, accommodation and living expenses costs.
I am planning to start with basic level and go from there, so I may be in Colombia from a month to three months or more. Muchos gracias.

Christine

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Christine

27 January 2010 13:15:39

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Christine

27 January 2010 13:15:39

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Welcome on Expat-blog Gary!

I have moved the thread on the Colombia forum. I hope another member will be able to help you.

Good luck
Christine

ron445

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Member since 03 February 2010

bogota

ron445

03 February 2010 16:39:03

ron445

03 February 2010 16:39:03

bogota

Dear Gary

I tried 2 weeks at the university in Chia at a cost of $200 a week and without doubt the worst learning experience of my life.

richardwie

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Member since 11 October 2009

Popayan

richardwie

19 February 2010 22:25:27

richardwie

19 February 2010 22:25:27

Popayan

Gary, except for high school Spanish, I pretty much taught myself. One GREAT TRICK was to marry a Mexican gal.
Until you find a school...use the tv, shows you've already seen, cartoons are also good. Your basic police/shoot em up are
good..."stop police" "shoot the %##%" you'll find you catch on. Since my Spanish is Good luck.

learnspanishincolombia

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Member since 22 February 2010

Stockholm

learnspanishincolombia

22 February 2010 21:33:08

learnspanishincolombia

22 February 2010 21:33:08

Stockholm

Hi Gary:

Check this website about learning Spanish in Colombia. Spanish language school in Leticia, Amazonas.

carrodriguez

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Member since 06 March 2010

Bogota

carrodriguez

06 March 2010 15:46:20

carrodriguez

06 March 2010 15:46:20

Bogota

hi Gari T
i am Comlombian people I am interested in improving my English I Offer a language exchange with lodging in Bogota Colombia
bay
Carlos R

Aruba_First

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Member since 06 May 2010

Apache Junction, AZ

Aruba_First

06 July 2010 18:51:32

Aruba_First

06 July 2010 18:51:32

Apache Junction, AZ

Gi'day GaryT,
How about sharing your Colombian destination.
In what city will you be staying ?
.
Thanks for the redirect Christine.

JEAN LOUIS RUCK

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Member since 17 July 2010

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JEAN LOUIS RUCK

17 July 2010 10:46:36

JEAN LOUIS RUCK

17 July 2010 10:46:36

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speak with people ..in the street
Colombians are very friendlies
it s the best way to quickly speak....
JL

Paulo Silva

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Paulo Silva

24 July 2010 14:43:57

Paulo Silva

24 July 2010 14:43:57

Dear Gary, check out The Amazon Spanish College in Leticia, Amazonas

purollas

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Bogota

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07 June 2013 05:03:13

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07 June 2013 05:03:13

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masterita

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Manizales

masterita

15 June 2013 04:24:34

masterita

15 June 2013 04:24:34

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Manizales

For learning you should check out schools in Manizales or ask if the teacher of the school of your choice is from this city. Spanish speakers from Mnaizales h e the least amount of accent and for me are the easiest to understand. I took classes before arriving to Colombia and I was told I speak Spanish like a Mexican. Since I have been learning Spanish in Manizales people say my accent is clear and understandable, not like other gringos.

Good luck in your search!

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