Learn Spanish & Cooking in Malaga

What You'll Do

Learn Spanish in the morning and how to prepare classic Spanish dishes in the afternoon on this popular 1-week course in the vibrant city of Malaga for all Spanish language levels. You’ll be amazed at how much you pick up & how much fun you have when learning Spanish and cooking in Spain.

Whatever your Spanish level; choosing to combine Spanish lessons in Malaga, Spain with Spanish cookery lessons is the best way to accelerate your learning experience. Immerse yourself in the local culture and take home two new skills that will stay with you long after your trip is over.

At this friendly language school in Malaga, you will be taught by highly qualified native Spanish speakers who have a passion for teaching and use proven teaching techniques. You’ll join a group of other like minded travellers, making this the ideal holiday for those on the hunt for a singles activity holiday in Spain.

Lessons are highly interactive and you will speak Spanish from day 1 both inside and outside of the classroom. With four language lessons per day and interesting and social optional activities organised by the school, each day will see you increasing in confidence as you put your new skills into practice.

In the afternoon, don your apron and head into the kitchen to learn all about classic Spanish gastronomy as you learn how to make dishes such as paella, Spanish omelette and gazpacho during hands-on cooking lessons.

Experience
Highlights

Immerse yourself in Spanish culture, speaking the language and cooking the food.

Learn all the secrets of truly authentic Spanish cooking.

Meet other Spanish-learners and practice your language skills.

Experience Itinerary

Day 1-5

A Typical Day

Typical class schedule
– Spanish classes run daily Monday through to Friday each week
– Classes start at 9am
– You will have 4 group classes per day lasting 45 minutes each; 2 lessons will focus on grammar and vocabulary and 2 lessons will focus on listening and conversation skills
– You will have a short break in the morning
– You will have 3 private Spanish cooking lessons during the week lasting two hours each
– Cookery lessons will take place in the afternoon and exact times will be confirmed on arrival

What can I do in my free time?
– The school offers a host of optional cultural activities throughout the week
– You will have the chance to take part in different activities such as tapas tours, paella parties and cultural excursions to the city’s museums (some activities may come with an additional charge)
– You will also have plenty of free time to explore the local area and practice your new found language skills or just kick back and relax by the beach on this learning holiday with a difference

Where can I stay?
You’re welcome to make your own arrangements so you can pick accommodation to suit your needs, however, optional accommodation can be booked in addition to your language course with a local host family or in a shared apartment with other students and locals. You can simply add your preferred option to your booking (for an additional charge) and more information about the two options can be found in the FAQs section at the bottom of the page.

Location Information

The school is located in a typical Andalucian barrio (neighbourhood), you will be surrounded by friendly locals to practise your Spanish with, lively bars and restaurants far from the typical tourist traps and you are just a 15 minute walk from the nearest beaches.

Features
– Just a 15 minute walk to the beach
– Excellent public transport links; a 15 minute bus ride and a 5 minute subway ride
– 5 bright and airy classrooms
– WiFi throughout
– Access to computers
– Chill out area with snacks you can use during the day

Nearest airport:
Malaga (15-30 minutes away) – Taxis are available outside the airport. A taxi will take about 12-15 minutes to reach the area where the school is located and cost around €20.

FAQs

- Suitable for all Spanish language levels from complete beginners to advanced
- Cooking lessons are suitable for all levels and experience (please note lessons will be held in Spanish)
- Minimum age 18

- The language school is open year round with a break for Christmas
- Spanish and cooking courses start on Mondays and finish on Fridays
- Non-beginners are welcome to start on any Monday throughout the year
- Beginners will be asked to start on specific start dates throughout the year and there are typically one of these dates per month
- If you choose to book the optional accommodation, you will check-in on Sunday and check-out the following Saturday
- Students can stay more than one week; for prices and information, please contact us at hello@nitgb.com

- The language school may ask you to complete an online level test before your arrival
- This test will assess your understanding of the language and will help the course organisers to place you in the right group class for your level

Please note the school will closed on the following public holidays but any missed lessons will be rescheduled:

2020
7, 8 December
21 - 27 December

2021
1 March
2, 3 April
1 May
16, 19 August
8 September
12 October
1 November
6, 8 December

Host Family

Choose a home stay with a local family to enhance your language learning experience, giving you the opportunity to practice your language skills on a daily basis. You will have your own private room and will share a bathroom. Rooms are safe, clean and are all inspected and approved by the school on a regular basis. Accommodation is within 20 minutes of the language school on foot or via public transport but transport is not generally needed. A washing service is provided once a week. You will be provided with a basic breakfast and room prices run from Sunday evening before your course starts to 12pm on the Saturday morning after your course has finished. Please note that lunch is the main meal of the day, and a light dinner is served after 9pm. If you have any special requests such as non-smoking, no pets, allergies and so on, please note these in the special requests box during the booking process. These requests will be accommodated where possible but cannot be guaranteed.

Shared Apartment

Stay in an apartment shared with other language students and/or Spanish people, depending on availability. You will have your own room and will share a kitchen and bathroom. Rooms are safe and clean and all apartments are regularly inspected by the school. Accommodation is within 20 minutes of the language school on foot or via public transport but transport is not generally needed. A weekly cleaning service is provided for those who stay longer than 1 week. Prices are based on arrivals on the Sunday evening before your course starts and ends at 12pm on the Saturday morning after your course has finished.

from £481 pp