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Top 5 Disney Songs to get you Learning Spanish

At SparkSpanish one of the guiding forces behind our Spanish Courses and programmes is to approach learning Spanish from a fresh new exciting angle. Our classes and methodology are designed to inspire the learner to enjoy their learning experience. We strive for our learners to first gain confidence in the language, then to express their true personality through it. We nurture their learning process understanding that learning Spanish is an emotionally challenging experience. We like to use different methodology; this includes using songs, films, role plays and many more ways to get you to become more confident with the Spanish language.

We all have memories of watching Disney films when we were younger; and are probably still able to recall every word to our favourite songs; I know I can. But imagine if you could have a fun way of learning Spanish, and bringing back childhood memories. Well you’ve got it! Spark Spanish presents to you our top 5 Disney songs.. Do you agree? They all have the Spanish lyrics to make it that much easier for you to learn Spanish.

**Vote for your favourite Spanish Disney Song, please also leave a comment below**

¿Cuál es la mejor canción de Disney en español?

1) El Rey León – El Ciclo de la Vida

2) Aladdin – Un Nuevo Ideal

3) La Sirenita – Bajo del Mar

4) Libro de la Selva – Busca Lo Más Vital

5.) Frozen – Sueltalo

Tell us what you think! Do you agree? Have we missed your favourite?

¡Comentanos que te ha parecido! ¿Estas de acuerdo?¿Cual es tu cancion favorita?

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Posted on December 14, 2012 by dougelmagno

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New Spark Spanish Immersion Course Options for 2013

In 2013, Spark Spanish is introducing an exciting new range of Spanish immersion courses to add to our current Spanish courses. Below are our new courses – click on each option for more information:-

Español Total
Curso y Comida
Spanish and Sport
Spanish and Feria
Spanish and Morocco
Spanish Language Holidays

Are you a language agency or group and are you interested in selling any of these courses? If so, you can contact us to let us know and we will be in touch with you very soon!

Español Total

Español Total or Total Spanish is our star addition to our Spanish programmes and focuses on complete Spanish immersion with the help and support of our dedicated Spanish teachers. As well as classes and our popular Español en Acción cultural events, the total spanish course would involve a weekend away in the wonderful Sierra de Cádiz. Our secret to this is that each student signs a written promise to only speak in Spanish and won’t be using a word of their native tongue during the weekend. This isn’t an easy thing to achieve but with our star Spark team there to guide and support students, it is an achievable goal and one which will make a great difference to the overall Spanish learning experience.

Price Includes:

2 weeks General Spanish Course
Accommodation*
Registration Fee

Key Features:

Learn Spanish with our dedicated and professional Spanish teachers during the week
Spend a total spanish immersion weekend in the Sierra de Cádiz
2 Español en Acción cultural events during which only Spanish is spoken
Minimum 10 hours of Spanish cultural events

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Curso y Comida

Curso y Comida or Spanish Course and Cuisine is a fantastic new addition to our programmes. Curso y Comida combines Spanish classes taught by our native teachers with an introduction to typical Spanish and Andalucían cuisine. Our teachers will ensure that every meal combines a fun and enjoyable time with an interactive Spanish learning experience.

Price Includes:

1 week General Spanish Course
Accommodation*
Registration Fee

Key Features:

Learn Spanish with our dedicated and professional Spanish teachers during the week
Enjoy 3 meals during the week with our Spanish teachers (these may be tapas, a lunch, dinner, or a cooking class)
2 Español en Acción cultural events during which only Spanish is spoken
Minimum 10 hours of Spanish cultural events

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Spanish and Sport

Spanish and Sport is a Summer programme combining Spanish classes with a range of exciting sports, providing the opportunity to take advantage of the Spanish sunshine and try out some new activities! All sports take place in and around El Puerto de Santa Maria and our Spanish teachers are always on hand to provide support and encourage language learning while having an amazing time.

Price Includes:

3 weeks General Spanish Course
Accommodation*
Registration Fee

Key Features:

Learn Spanish with our dedicated and professional Spanish teachers during the week
Participate in our Supercool programme (a mixture of watersports) and go horseriding
3 Español en Acción cultural events during which only Spanish is spoken
Minimum 10 hours of Spanish cultural events

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Spanish and Feria

Spanish and Feria will be an opportunity to experience an explosion of colour, culture and tradition during one of the most exciting Ferias in Spain – the Feria del Vino Fino (Spring Fair). The Spark Spanish learning experience will extend from the classroom and our regular cultural events programme to the streets of El Puerto de Santa Maria which becomes one grand dance floor as locals and tourists dance Sevillanas late into the night along with flamenco artists, dancers and musicians. Other events include spectacular, locally trained dancing horses and fascinating Sherry tasting experiences which are bound to make anyone appreciate this magnificent celebration. Of course, the Spanish and Feria option would be incomplete without offering the chance to learn and then practice Sevillanas to look the part in time for the Feria!

Price Includes:

2 weeks General Spanish Course
Accommodation*
Registration Fee

Key Features:

Learn Spanish with our dedicated and professional Spanish teachers during the week
2 dance classes taught by a local Portuense (El Puerto local) Sevillanas expert
2 Español en Acción cultural events during which only Spanish is spoken
A trip to an authentic Flamenco shop where students can browse beautiful Andalucian fashion and have the opportunity to buy an elegant Flamenco dress
Minimum 10 hours of Spanish cultural events

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Spanish and Morocco

Spanish and Morocco will combine our Spanish Courses with a fantastic weekend trip away in majestic Morocco. Straight after Spanish classes on a Friday one of our Spanish teachers will accompany students to Algeciras where they will take an afternoon ferry to Tangiers. During this exciting weekend in unforgettable north Africa our Spanish teachers would take students on a day trip to the lovely blue town of Chefchaouen.

Price Includes:

2 weeks General Spanish Course
Accommodation in our homely cultural residence**
Transport from El Puerto de Santa Maria to Tangiers and back
Registration Fee

Key Features:

Learn Spanish with our dedicated and professional Spanish teachers during the week
Spend a weekend away in Morocco and a day trip to Chefchaouen
2 Español en Acción cultural events during which only Spanish is spoken
Minimum 10 hours of Spanish cultural events

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Spanish Language Holidays

Our Spanish Language Holidays offer a fantastic saving on our normal Spanish course prices with a package combining 20 hours of Spanish classes with 1o hours of cultural events. These could involve sherry tasting, tapas at sunset by the beach, Spanish film nights and much more. The package also includes accommodation in our homely cultural residence, Sparkville. Language Holidays can be booked to coincide with special events which take place in and around El Puerto de Santa Maria such as the Carnaval de Cádiz, Music Week or Moto GP, and we would encourage this to make the very most out of your time with Spark Spanish.

Price Includes:

2 weeks General Spanish Course
Accommodation*
Registration Fee

Key Features:

Learn Spanish with our dedicated and professional Spanish teachers during the week
2 Español en Acción cultural events during which only Spanish is spoken
Minimum 10 hours of Spanish cultural events

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* Accommodation is within a shared room in the Spark Spanish cultural residence. Students can upgrade their room for an additional fee.

** Accommodation for the Spanish and Morocco course does not include accommodation during the weekend in Tangiers, Morocco

Posted on December 13, 2012 by sparklanguages

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Nouvelles options de cours en immersion Spark Spanish 2013

En 2013, Spark Spanish vous propose un nouvel éventail de cours en immersion à ajouter à vos cours généraux d’espagnol. Ci-dessous vous trouverez la traduction de nos nouvelles options. Cliquez sur leur titre pour avoir plus d’information.
Español Total Curso y Comida Espagnol et Sport Espagnol et Feria Espagnol et Maroc Vacances linguistiques
Si vous êtes une agence de langues ou un groupe intéressé par la vente de nos cours, contactez-nous et nous reviendrons vers vous le plus vite possible !

Total Español

Total Español ou Total Espagnol est notre option star que vous pouvez ajouter au programme d’espagnol de base. Vous serez alors complètement immergé dans la langue espagnole grâce à l’aide et au support de nos professeurs d’espagnol. En plus des cours et des activités socio-culturelles Español en Acción, l’option Total Espagnol comprend un weekend dans la magnifique Sierra de Cádiz. En s’engageant dans ce programme, chaque étudiant doit signer une charte stipulant qu’il s’engage à ne parler qu’espagnol pendant tout le weekend. Ce n’est évidemment pas un challenge facile à surmonter. Heureusement, notre équipe Spark sera là pour vous guider et rendre votre objectif atteignable. Ainsi vous pourrez vraiment profiter de ce qui sera sans aucun doute une expérience mémorable et unique.

Le prix inclut:

2 semaines de cours généraux d’espagnol
Le logement*
Les frais d’inscription

Caractéristiques:

Apprenez l’espagnol avec nos professeurs dévoués et expérimentés tout au long de la semaine.
Passez un weekend entier en immersion dans la Sierra de Cádiz.
2 activités culturelles Español en Acción où seul l’espagnol peut être parlé.
Un minimum de 10 heures d’activités socio-culturelles.

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Curso y Comida

Curso y Comida ou Cours d’espagnol et Cuisine est une toute nouvelle option. Curso y Comida associe à des cours d’espagnol donnés par nos professeurs espagnols une introduction à la cuisine typique andalouse et espagnole. Chaque repas sera alors un véritable concentré de plaisir pour les papilles et une expérience d’apprentissage intense.

Le prix inclut :

1 semaine de cours généraux d’espagnol
Le logement*
Les frais d’inscription

Caractéristiques :

Apprenez l’espagnol avec nos professeurs dévoués et expérimentés tout au long de la semaine.
Profitez de 3 repas avec vos professeurs d’espagnol (tapas, déjeuner, dîner ou cours de cuisine).
2 activités culturelles Español en Acción où seul l’espagnol est parlé.
Minimum 10 heures d’qctivités socio-culturelles.

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Espagnol et Sport

Espagnol et Sport est un programme estival combinant des cours d’espagnol avec une palette de sports intenses. Il vous permet de profiter du plein air espagnol et d’essayer de nouvelles activités ! Toutes les activités se déroulent dans ou aux alentours d’El Puerto. Nos professeurs d’espagnol seront présents pour vous pousser à pratiquer l’espagnol tout en vivant une super expérience !

Le prix inclut :

3 semaines de cours généraux d’espagnol
Le logement*
Les frais d’inscription

Caractéristiques :

Apprenez l’espagnol avec nos professeurs dévoués et expérimentés tout au long de la semaine.
Participez à notre programme SuperCool (un mélange de sports aquatiques) et montez à cheval.
3 activités culturelles Español en Acción où seul l’espagnol peut être parlé.
Minimum 10 heures d’activités socio-culturelles.

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Espagnol et Feria

Le programme Espagnol et Feria est l’occasion de vivre une expérience haute en couleur pendant la plus excitante des ferias d’Espagne, la Feria del Vino. Véritable concentré de culture et de tradition, ce programme ajoute aux cours d’espagnol et au programme d’activités culturelles basique, des virées spéciales dans les rues d’El Puerto de Santa Maria, transformées pour l’occasion en piste de danse géante. En effet, les touristes et habitants locaux y dansent toute la nuit les fameuses Sevillanas au milieu des artistes de flamenco, des danseurs et des musiciens. Vous pourrez aussi admirer des chevaux danseurs et déguster notre sherry. Et pour rendre ce programme encore plus extraordinaire, nous y avons ajouté des cours de Sevillanas !

Le prix inclut :

2 semaines de cours généraux d’espagnol
Le logement*
Les frais d’inscription

Caractéristiques :

Apprenez l’espagnol avec nos professeurs dévoués et expérimentés tout au long de la semaine.
2 cours de danse donnés par un Portuense expert des Sevillanasd.
2 activités culturelles Español en Acción où seul l’espagnol peut être parlé.
Une visite d’une boutique authentique de Flameco où vous pourrez admirer la mode andalouse et vous apprêtez pour la feria.
Minimum 10 heures d’activités socio-culturelles.

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Espagnol et Maroc

Le programme Espagnol et Maroc associe des cours d’espagnol avec un fantastique weekend au Maroc. Directement après les cours du vendredi, accompagné d’un professeur d’espagnol, vous partirez à Algeciras pour pour prendre le ferry jusqu’à Tangers. Pendant ce weekend inoubliable en Afrique du Nord, vous visiterez la splendide ville bleue de Chefchaouen.

Le prix inclut :

2 semaines de cours généraux d’espagnol
Le logeñent dans notre accueillante résidence culturelle**
Le transport d’El Puerto de Santa Maria à Tangers et le retour
Les frais d’inscription

Caractéristiques :

Apprenez l’espagnol avec nos professeurs dévoués et expérimentés tout au long de la semaine.
Passez un weekend au Maroc et profitez d’un jour à Chefchaouen.
2 activités culturelles Español en Acción où seul l’espagnol peut être parlé.
Minimum 10 heures d’activités socio-culturelles.

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Vacances linguistiques en Espagne

Nos vacances Spécial Espagnol vous permettent d’effectuer une économie très intéressante par rapport à nos tarifs normaux de cours d’espagnol. En plus des habituels 20 cours d’espagnol et des 10 heures d’activités socio-culturelles, vous pourrez profiter d’une dégustation de sherry, de tapas au coucher du soleil face à la plage, d’une soirée films espagnols et encore plus. Ce programme inclut également le logement dans notre chaleureuse résidence culturelle Sparkville. Ces vacances spéciales peuvent être réservées en même temps que l’organisation d’évènements spéciaux au Puerto de Santa Maria comme le Carnaval de Cadiz, la semaine de la musique ou le Grand Prix de moto, et d’ailleurs nous l’encourageons fortement. Ainsi vous rendrez votre expérience avec Spark encore plus extraordinaire.

Les tarifs incluent :

2 semaines de cours généraux d’espagnol
Le logement*
Les frais d’inscription

Eléments essentiels :

Apprenez l’espagnol pendant la semaine avec nos professeurs expérimentés et dévoués.
2 activités culturelles Español en Acción où seul l’espagnol sera parlé.
Minimum 10 heures d’activités socio-culturelles espagnoles

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* Le logement comprend une chambre à plusieurs dans la résidence culturelle Spark Spanish. Les étudiants peuvent surclasser leur chambre s’il le souhaite, mais cela ajoute des frais supplémentaires.

** Le programme Espagnol et Maroc n’inclut pas le logement lors du weekend à Tanger.

Posted on December 13, 2012 by sparklanguages

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People who learn Spanish are always struggling to decide when to use “por” and when to use “para” as they have many different meanings. So we at Spark decided to make a simple and easy guide to understanding the difference between the two.

Below, Amelia gives us an online Spanish lesson on the difference between “Para” and “Por”. Once you’ve watched the video and feel confident that you understand the differences, why not test yourself with our Spark Your Spanish Quiz! When you have finished you can see check your answers which are at the bottom of the page.

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Posted on December 5, 2012 by sparklanguages

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Ceux qui apprennent lèspagnol sont très souvent perdus dans l’utilisation du por et du para et s’emmêlent les pinceaux. A Spark, nous avons donc décidé de vous expliquer simplement et clairement la différence entre les deux.
Ci-dessous, un des merveilleux professeurs Spark Amelia nous donne un cours d’espagnol en ligne sur la différence entre por et para. Une fois que vous avez regardé la vidéo et que vous vous sentez prêt, testez-vous grâce à notre test Spark Spanish ! Une fois fini, vérifiez les réponses en bas de la page. Cliquez sur les liens ci-dessous :

Vidéo d’explication ‘Para’ et ‘Por’

Quizz ‘Para’ et ‘Por’

Vérifiez vos réponses

Jetez un coup d’oeil aux autres vidéos et quizz de Spark et si vous avez une suggestion pour un thème à aborder lors des leçons en ligne, faites-le nous savoir en nous envoyant un email : info@sparklanguages.com

Cours d’espagnol en ligne
La différence entre “Para” et “Por” (niveau pré-intermédiaire)
d’Amelia García

Sparkez votre espagnol!
Quizz – ‘Para y Por’
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Bientôt plus de vidéos Spark en ligne ! Si vous souhaitez en apprendre plus, cliquez ci-dessous pour découvrir tous les cours d’espagnol que nous proposons, pour recevoir plus d’informations précises de la part d’un membre de notre équipe ou pour vous inscrire à notre newsletter !

Vous pouvez voir les réponses ici

¡Hasta luego chicos!

Respuestas
Réponses
Q1. A. ‘¡Hola, Mario! ¿Dónde vas?’
B. ‘¡Hola, Juan! Voy _________ el estadio, a ver un partido de futbol. ¿Quieres venir conmigo?’
Respuesta correcta ‘PARA’: En este caso, ‘para’ indica el en la que se desplaza una persona o una cosa.
Réponse : PARA. Para indique la destination et la direction vers laquelle se dirige une personne ou une chose.

Q2. A. ‘¿Dónde fuisteis?’
B. ‘Dimos un paseo _________ el parque y volvimos a casa temprano.’
Respuesta correcta ‘POR’: En este ejemplo, ‘por’ indica un área o espacio general, no específico. La acción ocurre en cualquier punto dentro de ese espacio y no en un punto determinado.
Réponse : POR. Dans cet exemple, por indique un lieu ou un espace qui n’est pas spécifique. L’action a lieu dans cet espace mais pas à un point précis.

Q3. ‘¡No puedo creer que compraste esos zapatos tan bonitos _________ sólo 5 euros!’
Respuesta correcta ‘POR’: En este caso, ‘por’ se utiliza para expresar la idea de intercambio. Siempre cambiamos una cosa ‘por’ otra. Cuando se habla de compras o ventas, como las mismas siempre se tratan de un intercambio de un producto o servicio por una suma de dinero, siempre se usa ‘por’.
Réponse : POR. Dans ce cas, por est utilisé pour exprimer l’idée d’un échange. De même, on échange toujours une chose ‘pour’ une autre.. Quand on parle d’achat ou de vente, il s’agit toujours d’un échange de produit ou de service contre une somme d’argent, on utilise donc por.

Q4. Un ordenador sirve _________ varias cosas: _________ comunicarse con amigos, buscar información en internet o preparar documentos.’
Respuesta correcta ‘PARA’: En este caso, ‘para’ se utiliza para expresar finalidad o propósito.
Réponse PARA. Dans ce cas, para est utilisé pour exprimer un but ou un objectif.

Q5.. ‘Le compré este regalo a mi hermana _________ su cumpleaños.’
Respuesta correcta ‘POR’: En este ejemplo, ‘por’ se usa para expresar motivo.
Réponse POR. Dans cet exemple, por est utilisé pour exprimer un motif.

Q6. ‘Intenté comunicarme _________ correo electrónico y _________ teléfono pero no tuve éxito.’
Respuesta correcta ‘POR’: Aquí ‘por’ se usa para hablar del medio a través del cual se llevo a cabo la acción.
Réponse POR. Ici, por est utilisé pour parler des moyens grâce auxquels l’action a lieu.

Q7. ‘La carta que llegó esta mañana es _________ Jorge.’
Respuesta correcta ‘PARA’: En esta oración ‘para’ indica quién el destinatario del objeto.
Correct answer ‘PARA’: In this sentence ‘para’ indicates who the recipient of the object is.

Q8. ‘_________ mí sería mejor pintar la pared de blanco pero _________ María sería mejor pintarla de un color más oscuro.’
Respuesta correcta ‘PARA’: En este caso, ‘para’ de utiliza para expresar opinión.
Réponse PARA. Dans ce cas, para est utilisé pour exprimer son opinion.

Q9. ‘Sandra y Tomás van al cine una vez _________ semana.’
Respuesta correcta ‘POR’: En este caso, ‘por’ indica periodicidad (cada cuanto ocurre un evento o se lleva a cabo una actividad).
Réponse POR. Dans de cas, por indique la fréquence (à quelle fréquence un évènement a lieu ou une activité se déroule ? ).

Q10. ‘Necesito terminar este trabajo _________ mañana.’
Respuesta correcta ‘PARA’: En este ejemplo, ‘para’ expresar destino temporal. Habla del punto en el tiempo para el que está el que se espera que se lleve a cabo una actividad.
Réponse PARA. Dans cet exemple, para exprime une mission temporaire. Il concerne un certain point dans le temps pour lequel cette mission devra être réalisée.

Posted on December 5, 2012 by sparklanguages

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Welcome to the Spark Spanish photo competition. There are 4 simple steps to you need to take to win:

1. Take a really crazy photo of yourself with a Spark

We are looking for ideas which will blow us away! See here for some examples
How do I make a Spark? You can either print out our version ready to use or see our tips on how to make your own

2. Post the photo on the Spark Spanish Facebook Page

You must post the photo with the following text so that we can count it as an entry into the competition: “I’ve just been Sparked! Learn Spanish in Spain with www.sparkspanish.com“

3. Share the photo with your friends and family to get as many likes as possible

The more likes the better chances you have of winning a prize

4. The 3 photos with the most likes will win a special Spark Spanish prize.

See below for the prizes to be won

What Prize Can I Win?

1ST PLACE:

1 Week General Spanish Course + 1 Week Accommodation in the Sparkville Cultural Residence

2ND PLACE:

1 Week General Spanish Course

3RD PLACE:

50 Euro Discount Voucher Valid on a General Spanish Course or a Spanish Language Holiday

***Click here to print out your very own Spark***

Spark Spanish’s recommendations on how to create a SparkYou can decide how your Spark should look like, as long as we can see it in your photo, the shape of the Spark is up to you.With some scissors and one of the materials below, you can easily cut out a simple Spark shape, in whatever colour you like, and use it in your amazing and wacky photo. We have experimented ourselves and found that the following materials are the best to use:

A cardboard box
Many layers of card stuck together
Polystyrene foam if you have some lying around the house
An extra extra large sponge

Good Luck – We look forward to seeing your photo and we hope you will win!

If you want to see more about our courses or to contact us for more information, click on the links below.

Posted on November 28, 2012 by sparklanguages

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Winners of the first Cultural event of the week!

My “Spark Spanish” Experience!

I have just completed the first day of my General Spanish course at Spark and wanted to share my experience with the world! At first I was slightly apprehensive, but I am now positive that I made the right choice to come to over Spain to learn a new language.

I arrived at Spark as a complete beginner, attempting to find my way from the airport with “Hola” and “¿Dónde…está…Spark?”, using a lot of hand gestures and of course my trusty “Spanish for beginners” pocket book to find my way to “Sparkville”. I decided not to take Spark´s “Free pick-up service” in order to challenge myself and see if I can really get by and guess what. I can! Anyone can! So here I was, I had made it El Puerto de Santa Maria just fine! On the night, all of the students staying in the residence went for “welcome drinks” organized by the staff -we even got a free drink at the bar on arrival! “When in Rome” seemed to be the theme of the night; we ate plenty of “tapas”, drank a few “Sherry´s” and practiced our basic Spanish…. “la cuenta por favor!” (The bill please!) I really couldn´t wait for the Spanish lessons to begin!

Check out other Spark students’ testimonials.

This morning soon came around and thanks to the welcome drinks last night, I already felt very at home and well acquainted with the other students here. We had a presentation from Inge (Director of Studies) at 9.15. She went over the weekly timetable and told us what the social and cultural activities were for this week. They all sounded great! I was particularly looking forward to the “Sherry tasting” night on Wednesday. They call the Wednesday event: “Español en Acción” (Complete Spanish) because you can only speak Spanish during the event! Sounds like fun!

After the presentation I went off to my classroom to meet my new teacher – Luciá. It definitely felt strange to be a student again after many years- I certainly had a case of “first day blues”. Luciá was very patient which helped to calm my nerves and would often respond enthusiastically with “Muy bien Gertjan!” At the break I discovered that we had students from all over the world, staying for 2 or 3 weeks…and often much longer! I spoke to one girl who was studying as an Au-pair and is staying with a Spanish family for a whole year. She said really enjoys living with the family and explained how it has really enhanced her learning experience!

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The afternoon was even better, we got to practice some of the vocabulary we learnt before the break and use it in conversation group activities. It was amazing what I could remember! The hours soon flew past and it was 2 o´clock before I could say “Hasta mañana!” After a few hours, seeing the “Plaza de Toros” and some of the local amenities I went back to “Sparkville” with the rest of the students. This was our meeting point for the cultural activity and we congregated in the reception, ready for the off! We were put in to two teams by Lucia, Anish and Charlotte who led the Cultural activity. We had to ask locals for the answers to certain questions about El Puerto de Santa Maria. Each question took us to a new location and the team who finished back at Spark was the winner. It was a very fun activity and a great way of forcing ourselves to speak the language. Speak Spanish, or lose the game! It was very close and we definitely struggled with certain questions, but we made it back first to Spark. Success! Olé! A great end to a great day.

I had loved my first jam packed, yet fun filled day in Spain! I hope that every day is as exciting as this and I am enthusiastic about all of the new challenges which lie ahead of me. My first day? Perfecto!

Hasta Luego,

Gertjan

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Posted on November 28, 2012 by sparklanguages

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Posted on November 23, 2012 by sparklanguages

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Welcome to the Spark Spanish photo competition. There are 4 simple steps to you need to take to win:

1. Take a really crazy photo of yourself with a Spark

We are looking for ideas which will blow us away! See here for some examples
How do I make a Spark? You can either print out our version ready to use or see our tips on how to make your own

2. Post the photo on the Spark Spanish Facebook Page

You must post the photo with the following text so that we can count it as an entry into the competition: “I’ve just been Sparked! Learn Spanish in Spain with www.sparkspanish.com“

3. Share the photo with your friends and family to get as many likes as possible

The more likes the better chances you have of winning a prize

4. The 3 photos with the most likes will win a special Spark Spanish prize.

See below for the prizes to be won

What Prize Can I Win?

1ST PLACE:

1 Week General Spanish Course + 1 Week Accommodation in the Sparkville Cultural Residence

2ND PLACE:

1 Week General Spanish Course

3RD PLACE:

50 Euro Discount Voucher Valid on a General Spanish Course or a Spanish Language Holiday

***Click here to print out your very own Spark***

A cardboard box
Many layers of card stuck together
Polystyrene foam if you have some lying around the house
An extra extra large sponge

Good Luck – We look forward to seeing your photo and we hope you will win!

If you want to see more about our courses or to contact us for more information, click on the links below.

Posted on November 23, 2012 by sparklanguages

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Recent Spanish News

Want to keep up to date with what’s been happening recently in Spain and Andalusia? Here is our pick of both news in Spain for the last month.

A continuing argument by the Catalonian Government and people

Over 1.5 million Catalonians marched the streets of Barcelona in September in the name of Independence.

English: Time Magazine: Barcelona warns Madrid Catalonia will leave Spain

Spanish: La Vanguardia: Manifestacion de Independencia en Catalunya

And over 300 public figures speak out about their view on Catalonia Independence

English: The Telegraph: Spanish Intellectuals Speak Out

Spanish: Intelectuales Hablan Sobre La Independencia

Public Servants finding an interesting way to get their point across

Police and Civil servants protest in their underpants in Alaclá de Guadaira, Sevilla.

Spanish: 20 Minutos: Protesta de Funcionarios Y Policia

An issue we are all aware of, wherever we are, but which is difficult to control

15 immigrants, one being a baby, were found off the coast of Tarifa, Cadiz.

Spanish: 15 Inmigrantes Rescatados

We will leave you to decide what you think about this!

Ryanair Spanish passenger nightmare

English: The Telegraph: Camera Captures Ryanair Passenger Ejection

Spanish: Ryanair Expulsa Mujer De Un Vuelo
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Posted on November 9, 2012 by sparklanguages

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Ballet Ecuestre! Horse Ballet!

We love that students from all around the world come to study and improve their Spanish at Spark. Most of our fantastic students look to combine their general Spanish course both with cultural activities they can enjoy with our Spanish teachers, and time to visit the nearby cities of Cádiz, Jerez and Sevilla. We find that many of our students ask us if there are any special and typical Spanish events happening whilst they are studying at our language school. To enjoy your time at Spark Spanish the most, we highly recommend that you experience the authentic Spanish culture. In Andalusia you can experience some of the best spanish culture; most of which is right on Spark Spanish’s doorstep!

Here in Spain you are never short of amazing Spanish culture, and this coming week is no different! In the nearby city of Jerez de la Frontera, very close to Spark Spanish in El Puerto de Santa Maria, a school dedicated to art hosts a horse dressage every Tuesday and Thursday. Real Escuela Andaluza del Arte Ecuestre is very well known and respected here in Andalusia, and the students of this school will perform at any special occasions or carnival such as “La Feria” which takes place in Jerez.

At this school, they perform the world famous Spanish Horse Ballet, or “Ballet Ecuestre”. It is very similar to dressage, however, it is performed with typical Spanish music and dance such as flamenco. All the riders are in typical Spanish attire and even the horses are beautifully dressed. In each routine they perform 6 to 8 different dances which tests all aspects of the horses (and riders) ability.

At Spark Spanish, we love to show you the very best of Spanish culture. Being here in El Puerto de Santa Maria, we are right in the heart of Andalusia, so we are able to experience a lot of authentic Spanish culture. You are able to infuse together your Spanish learning at Spark with typical Spanish culture.

Ballet Ecuestre is a fun and different way of enjoying Spanish culture. It’s a lovely day out and Jerez has a lot to offer, such as beautiful monuments, fantastic bars and restaurants, and even a Primark if that takes your fancy. We will be able to recommend to you the best activities to do that suit you.

If you are interested in the Horse Ballet in Jerez and want to find out more you can visit the Real Escuela Andaluza del Arte Ecuestre website.

If you found this post interesting and would like to find out more information like this and much much more, sign up to our newsletters using the link below. If you would also like to read more about any of our Spanish courses or would like to request more information from a member of the fantastic Spark team, you can do so by clicking on the corresponding links below.

Posted on November 9, 2012 by sparklanguages

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Sparkle Jackson – Billie Jean

Sometimes we like to give you an insight into the life of one the members of our great Spark team. This time it’s the Spark Secretary – Salih Bahsi – who many of you may have emailed or spoken to. He has now been transformed into…..Sparkle Jackson!

This is really quite special and shows you how much fun we like to have at Spark. Be sure to look out for more videos like this coming soon!

Look out for new videos from Spark coming soon and in the meantime you can click on the links below to find out more about our wide range Spanish courses, receive more specific information from a dedicated member of the Spark team or sign up to our Spanish newsletter for cultural insights, tips on using Spanish, exciting news and offers on our Spanish programmes, and much much more!

¡Hasta luego chicos!

Posted on November 9, 2012 by sparklanguages

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Spark Spanish

spark@sparklanguages.com

0034 956 003 300

Spark Spanish, Calle de los Espadas, 6, 11500 El Puerto de Sta María, Cádiz, Spain

September – June
10:30 – 13.30 y 15.45 – 19.15

July and August
Monday – Friday: 09-14.00

* The timetable above is our reception and client attention hours. All classes and programmes run during the times that have been agreed, including at weekends or holidays if so arranged.

** We close on all holidays and when the school are y normalemente during the academic year. Also we close for apx two weeks in christmas a few days before xmas and when schools go back after los reyes (6 jan). Also in summer we close for 3 weeks during the first 3 weeks of August.

Calle de los Espadas, 6, 11500 El Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz, Spain

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