Why Start Your Spanish Adventure With Us?
Personalized Programs
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Every program is tailor-made around your goals, your level, and your travel plans — no generic lessons, ever — online or in person in Ecuador.
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Spots are limited to ensure a truly customized experience.
Surf, Stay & Learn
- Combine Spanish lessons with surf Lessons
- Stay at Hotel Balsa — a beautiful, safe, and tranquil retreat surrounded by nature in Montañita, Ecuador.
- Yoga lessons incluede
Couples & Family Spanish Experiences
- Designed for couples preparing for their Latin American adventure.
- Fun and immersive Spanish programs for kids and families to have fun and grow
Immersive & Human Experience
- Learn Spanish through culture, daily life, and meaningful connections, not just textbooks.
- Practical, natural Spanish focused on real conversations and real connections
Why Learn Spanish in Montañita?
Montañita located in Ecuador, it´s known for its epic surf and vibrant nightlife, but it offers so much more. "Montañita is a small, walkable beach town where it's easy to meet friendly locals and travelers from everywhere. Whether you're chasing adventure, good food, or just want to chill by the ocean, this spot is all about good vibes and total freedom.
Online Spanish Courses
Hi, I'm Gaby Estrella, a Spanish teacher with 18 years of experience, and the founder of La Escuelita Spanish School and the host of the Podcast Survival Spanish Latino America (LATAM).
I have a strong background and education in administration in Tourism, working as a Spanish teacher, manager, marketing coordinator and trainer in different schools in Quito, Montañita, Olón and Switzerland (where I got my administration and tourism master's degree)
Travelling and languages are my passion, that is why, Survival Spanish LATAM podcast is perfect for you to improve your spanish, My podcast is designed for students who want to go beyond textbook Spanish and learn how locals actually speak in Latin America. Through practical conversations, real-life expressions, travel vocabulary, slang, pronunciation tips, and cultural insights, you’ll develop the confidence to communicate naturally with native speakers.
Survival Spanish LATAM podcast for intermediate level is totally free at Spotify and Apple Podcast.
Ready to start the adventure!
Planning to visit Ecuador? Welcome to our family, we have everything you need!
La Escuelita Spanish School Montañita
Where should you stay in Ecuador? We are part of Balsa Surf Camp services located in the safe, nicest and most tranquil area of Montañita in Ecuador, one minute's walk from the beach and the most famous surf spot known as "La Punta". There’s always a way to stay entertained between your Spanish classes, such as our in-house yoga studio, restaurant, or personal development courses. For those looking for more social activities, at night, the center of town is only 10 minutes away by foot.
We invite you to be part of our family!
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