Spanish Language Courses and Tutoring
Spanish is the fourth most commonly spoken language in the world and is important for everyday communication across three continents. At BLI we offer a range of Spanish classes and workshops that focus on conversation and travel, business communication, medical terminology and sports. We are currently expanding our program to also engage youth in Spanish speaking activities for an early start to language acquisition.
Spanish Courses 2024-2025
Fall 2024
Spanish Travel Essentials Mondays/Wednesdays 1-2:30pm October 7 – 16
Accelerated Introductory Spanish Tuesdays/Thursdays 5:15-6:15pm September 24 – November 14
Thursday Spanish Conversation Group Thursdays 5:30-7pm November 7-21
Winter 2025
Spanish Travel Essentials Mondays/Wednesdays 10-11:30am January 13 – 22
Accelerated Introductory Spanish Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm January 7 – February 27
Spanish II Tuesdays/Thursdays 5:15-6:15pm January 7 – February 27
Thursday Spanish Conversation Group Thursdays 5:30-7pm in January and February
Spring 2025
Spanish Travel Essentials Mondays/Wednesdays 12-1:30pm May 12 – 21
Accelerated Introductory Spanish Tuesdays/Thursdays 5:15-6:15pm April 7 – June 2
Spanish II Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm April 7 – June 2
Please scroll below to see courses that are open for registration. On a desktop computer you can click on the tabs on the left for detailed descriptions of each course. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact us at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or 541-728-3022.
Spanish Travel Essentials
In this course you will learn the essentials for conversational Spanish to prepare for an upcoming trip. Each week we will cover a new topic including making restaurant reservations and ordering food, purchasing tickets and items, navigating public transportation, and more. This short course is designed for beginners to the Spanish language who are looking for ease when traveling.
Sessions – Winter 2025
Spanish Travel Essentials will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10-11:30am from January 13 – 22. The course is limited to 10 people so please register in advance.
Send us an email at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or call us at 541-728-3022 if you would like more details or have any questions
Accelerated Introductory Spanish I
Accelerated Introductory Spanish is an accelerated introductory course for speakers of French, Italian or Portuguese, or for students who have studied some Spanish in the past and need a refresher course. In this course we will cover the equivalent of introductory levels I and some of Spanish II. You will learn about a variety of topics, such as your family, your likes/dislikes, food and hobbies and your daily routine. You will also be able to give directions, order in a restaurant, read menus, and talk about past experiences. This is a fast-paced and fun course!
Sessions – Winter 2025
Accelerated Introductory Spanish I will meet this winter from 6:30-7:30pm from January 7 – February 27 at our institute. This class will have a maximum of 10 people so please sign up in advance.
Not sure which course is best for you? No worries, contact us to speak with a Spanish teacher for a free language assessment. We’ll get you set up and ready to keep learning! Call us at 541-728-3022 or send us an email at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com.
Spanish II
Spanish II is for students who have taken a Spanish introductory class and for students who feel comfortable with the basics of the Spanish language in the present tense. Our goal is to develop oral and written proficiency. By the end of the course, you will be able to talk about various topics such as family, travel plans, food, work, and hobbies in the past and the present. The course will also incorporate various aspects of the Latino and Hispanic cultures using holidays and popular folklore of different Spanish-speaking countries.
Sessions – Winter 2025
Spanish II will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15-6:15pm from January 7 – February 27. You can email bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com if you have questions or give us a call at 541-728-3022. We would be happy to offer you a free language level evaluation to make sure this is the best class for you.
Spanish III
Spanish III is for students who have academic or practical experience using present, past and future Spanish verb tenses. Complete mastery of these topics is not necessary. This class will consist of guided conversations and presentations of grammatical concepts. The course will include small group projects and breakout conversation sessions. We will discuss cultural traditions, history and variations in language use across the Spanish speaking world.
Sessions
We do not currently have any sessions of Spanish III at this time, however we are offering private lessons at this level. Please give us a call at 541-728-3022 or email us at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com and we would be happy to offer you a free language level evaluation to find the best class for you.
Spanish IV
Spanish IV will cover the subjunctive mood as well as other advanced topics. The goal of this class is to help students move toward natural, flowing, and grammatically correct communication in the Spanish language. We will be speaking in Spanish most of the time though we’ll use English for translations and explanations whenever necessary. The course will include small group projects and breakout conversation sessions. We will discuss cultural traditions, history and variations in language use across the Spanish speaking world.
Sessions
We do not currently have any sessions of Spanish III at this time, however we are offering private lessons at this level. Please give us a call at 541-728-3022 or email us at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com and we would be happy to offer you a free language level evaluation to find the best class for you.
Thursday Spanish Conversation Group
Sessions – Winter 2025
You are welcome to sign up for any or all of the Thursday Spanish Conversation Group sessions. Each session will meet Thursdays from 5:30-7:00pm at our institute. You do not need to take these sessions in sequence. The cost per month varies according to how many times we will meet. We offer three and four session packages. Please be sure to register in advance. Scroll below to sign up!
January – Four Sessions: January 9, 16, 23 and 30
February – Four Sessions: February 6, 13, 20 and 27
If you have any questions about this course, send us an email at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or give us a call at 541-728-3022.
Spanish for Youth (ages 12-18)
Does your child want to learn Spanish? Are they already taking it and need extra practice? Our youth group lessons are back! Taught by long time middle and high school instructor Joshua Savage, these classes offer an interactive and exciting way to learn basic Spanish vocabulary and grammar skills. This class is designed for beginner to intermediate students ages 12-18. Class will meet on early release Wednesdays from 3-4pm from April 3 – May 22. Space is limited to 10 so please sign up in advance.
Sessions – Winter 2025
We are organizing small private group lessons for Spanish for Youth this fall. If you have a group that would like to lean together, please send us an email at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or give us a call at 541-728-3022 to get started.
Translation & Proofreading Services
Bend Language Institute is currently offering translation services in Spanish, Italian, French, and Mandarin. With written translation services we can assist individuals and organizations with professional emails exchanges, translation of documents and articles, and full-length books. Our translation price ranges from $0.12-$0.18 per word in the original language depending on language, document type, and length of document. Proofreading services are also available, and pricing varies according to document type and length. We charge a minimum of $50 per service.
If you are interested in our translation service, please contact us at 541-728-3022 or bendlanguageinstitute@
Individual Tutoring
Private tutoring with an experienced teacher can help you improve your language skills while working around your schedule. We offer both in-person and remote one-on-one lessons to help you meet your language learning needs. Our language tutoring rate is $55 dollars per hour, and when you purchase your time in advance you can reduce that rate down to $50 per hour.
We also offer semi-private tutoring small groups youth and/or adults at an affordable price, so you can have fun learning with your friends. If this is something that would interest you, contact us and we will be happy to arrange this. You can see more about small group tutoring here: https://bendlanguageinstitute.com/product/small-group-private-lessons/
If you are new to Bend Language Institute, just send us an email at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or give us a call at 541-728-3022 and we will be happy to put you in touch with a local teacher to discuss your language level and interests.
CURRENT SPANISH COURSES AND EVENTS
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
I have a B.S. in Zoology and an M.S. in Environmental Health Science and work as a environmental scientist/biologist, ski instructor and musician. I teach classes in both Spanish and English in all three disciplines. I teach Spanish language courses, private students and translate documents. I‘m passionate about sharing the beautiful Spanish language. We will get to know one another, share stories, laugh and develop our language skills in a supportive and fun educational environment.
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