Welcome to Café Español

Our mission is to help you learn Spanish in a way that gives you the confidence to thrive in real-life situations.

We know moving to a new country is an adventure filled with excitement, challenges, and sometimes a little uncertainty. From navigating daily errands to building meaningful connections, learning the local language is more than just a skill; it’s the key to truly feeling at home. Speaking Spanish opens doors to authentic interactions, whether you’re chatting with neighbors, ordering at a cozy café, or joining in local traditions. It helps you not only get by, but thrive, turning your new surroundings into a place where you belong.

Meet the Team

We believe that the quality of our teaching is defined by the passion and expertise of those who lead it. That’s why we’re proud to introduce our pedagogic directors and teachers of our academy. Together, we are committed to creating a community-centered, innovative and effective learning environment.

Valdemar Velasco

Teaching Director

Valdemar is an experienced Spanish teacher with years of teaching in Spain and abroad. With a background in Psychopedagogy, he understands how students learn and how to support them. Known for his cheerful nature, Valdemar fosters collaboration among students and staff. Outside class, he enjoys sports and cinema.

Angelica Lopez

Teacher

Angelica has over five years of experience teaching fun and engaging Spanish classes. Her goal-oriented approach helps students feel comfortable and confident as they learn to communicate in Spanish.

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Elie Gomez

Teacher

Elie is a Spanish teacher with over six years of experience. She enjoys guiding and supporting each student’s learning process with patience, empathy, and an adaptable teaching style. Elie enjoys sightseeing and dancing merengue.

Avri Simon

Management Team

With rich experience in education and management roles, Avri believes that language is much more than a literal expression. It is a reflection of culture and society, the essence, the energy and the way people look at the world.

Merav Chen

Product & Operations

Merav has a strong passion for universal linguistics and the practical uses of language. She believes the most effective way to learn a new language is by practicing real conversations in social settings.

Our teachers set us apart

Personally & professionally

We carefully select teachers with the perfect blend of skill, warmth, and enthusiasm. Each teacher completes specialized training in our conversational Cafe Español method, ensuring classes are lively, practical, and effective. Along the way, they infuse lessons with authentic Spanish culture and everyday language, so you’re ready to communicate confidently in real-life situations.

Our Spanish Learning Methodology

At Café Español Academy, we believe learning Spanish should be practical, natural, and enjoyable. Our teaching method is based on three principles that help you speak with confidence, connect with others, and truly integrate Spanish into your everyday.

1. Real-Life Conversations

We focus on real conversations, not just grammar drills. From ordering at a café to chatting with neighbors, we teach the Spanish you actually need to navigate daily life with ease. Our goal isn’t just fluency. It’s helping you feel comfortable and confident using Spanish in everyday situations.

2. Learning That Feels Natural

We use the Comprehensible Input method, which means you learn by hearing and understanding Spanish in real situations. Instead of memorizing endless rules, you absorb the language naturally through context, repetition, and engaging activities that make learning feel effortless.

3. A Community of Support

Café Español Academy is more than a language school. It’s a supportive community of expats and learners who share the same journey. Our interactive classes and social events create the perfect environment to practice, connect, and grow together. Learning a language is easier when you’re surrounded by people who encourage you, celebrate your progress, and make the experience fun.

Join us and start learning Spanish in a way that feels natural, fun, and truly effective.

Why Cafe Español?

✅ Small Group Classes (4-6 students) - get the attention you deserve and learn through social dialog. Our cozy classes create space to speak, make mistakes, and learn without pressure.

🗣️ Conversational Spanish from Day One - no more silent learning and endless verb conjugating. We focus on real conversations - not textbook drills - so you feel confident actually speaking Spanish.

🚀 Fast, Focused Progress - learn the essentials first. We cut the fluff and teach you the words and phrases you’ll actually use in everyday situations.

🌍 Practical Everyday Spanish - order a coffee, make an appointment, ask for help. Our classes prepare you to handle real-life scenarios.

Welcome to Café Español

Meet the Team

Our Spanish Learning Methodology

Why Cafe Español?

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