¡Hola! · Hallo! · Hello! 👋

Learn Spanish & German – with joy and heart

Welcome to the Academia de María! Learn Spanish or German in a relaxed, personal atmosphere – online or in person, always at your own pace. ¡Aprender un idioma puede ser divertido!

Illustration: María teaching Spanish and German via video call

What we offer · Nuestra oferta

What would you like to learn?

Two languages, one teacher and lots of passion. Every lesson is tailored to you and your goals.

Illustration: Spanish alley with a café table

🇪🇸 Spanish lessons

For everyone who wants to learn Spanish for holidays, work, family – or simply out of curiosity.

  • Speaking from the very first lesson
  • Spain & Latin America – culture included
  • Grammar explained clearly
Illustration: half-timbered houses, pretzel and coffee

🇩🇪 German lessons

For everyone who wants to settle in, work or study in Germany – clases de alemán para hispanohablantes.

  • Everyday life, paperwork, work & study
  • Explanations in Spanish possible
  • Exam preparation

Levels · Niveles

For every level – from A1 to C2

Based on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Not sure about your level? No problem – we’ll find out together in our first meeting.

A1–A2

Beginner · Principiante

Your first words, simple conversations and everyday life – completely stress-free.

B1–B2

Intermediate · Intermedio

Speak with more confidence, consolidate your grammar – for travel, work and friendships.

C1–C2

Advanced · Avanzado

Fine-tuning, exam preparation, specialist language and demanding texts.

Placement test · Test de nivel

What’s your level? Take the free online test!

36 questions, about 15–20 minutes, instant result from A1 to C2 – no strings attached.

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Spanish placement test

Questions in Spanish, instructions in English.

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German placement test

Questions in German, instructions in English.

The test is for guidance only – María will determine your exact level in your first lesson.

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Online

Comfortably from home via video call – wherever you are. All you need is a laptop, tablet or smartphone with internet.

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In person

Face to face, over a nice cup of coffee.

✏️ Placeholder – please fill in: Add the place / city for in-person lessons.

It’s that easy · Así de fácil

Three steps to your first lesson

1

Pick a time

Choose a free slot in the online calendar – for Spanish or German.

2

Get to know each other

We talk about your goals, your level and how you like to learn.

3

Let’s go!

With a plan that suits you – and lots of fun. ¡Vamos!

Hi, I’m María 💛

✏️ Placeholder – please fill in: A short, personal text about María goes here: where she’s from, native language(s), teaching experience, qualifications and what she loves about teaching. Ideally with a friendly photo.

«Cada idioma es una puerta a un mundo nuevo.» – Every language is a door to a new world.

Prices · Precios

✏️ Placeholder – please fill in: Add prices for single lessons, packages and a trial lesson if offered. Until then: just ask, no obligation!

Frequently asked questions

How long is a lesson?

A lesson lasts 60 minutes. Other lengths are possible by arrangement.

Can I combine online and in-person lessons?

Yes – with every booking you can choose whether the lesson takes place online or in person.

I’m a complete beginner – is that okay?

¡Claro que sí! Beginners are very welcome. We’ll start from zero, nice and relaxed.

How do I cancel or reschedule a lesson?

Use the link in your booking confirmation, or simply send a short message via the contact form.

¿Empezamos? Shall we get started?

Book your first lesson or send María a message – she’s looking forward to hearing from you!