Beginner Spanish

Courses are focused on the Spanish sound system, basic grammar, vocabulary and cultural elements. Although emphasis is on listening and speaking, basic reading and writing skills will be developed.

A lively Latin spin on the Philharmonic

Sunday, when superstar pianist Lang Lang joins the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, the concert will hark back to the golden age of classical music. The music is Tchaikovsky. The ambience, formal. read more...

Latin Dance Classes

We also offer classes in a range of Dances, including, Salsa, Merengue and Tango.

Classes for Children

There's no better time to learn a language than when you're a child. Spanish classes are available for children from 5 to 8 years.

Our intensive Summer courses are coming to an end but we have new Winter/Spring2012 classes for adults and Children. See the Fall Schedule for details of times.

Costa Rica Immersion Program

Portuguese Classes

 

Intermediate Spanish

Courses require knowledge of Spanish pronunciation, basic vocabulary and present tense grammar. More advanced grammar, vocabulary, and cultural elements will be taught in the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

 

Advanced Spanish

Courses require fluency in spoken and written Spanish. Advanced grammar and vocabulary will be presented while the course concentrates on polishing the student's oral and writing skills and developing a sense of style.

 

To make sure you sign up for the correct level, your first class is always free. Our Education Director will be pleased to help you work out which course is best for you. Please call us at 716 553 7472.

Costa Rica Immersion Program

The house of the Latin American Institute's Director, @ the beach on the Pacific Ocean, is available in Horcon-Chile for students and friends of the Latin American Institute. No strings attached to it.

Chile es tuyo Chile is good for you!

 

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News/Feb./2012

New Class Schedule Winter 2012

*** New Int. (I) Spanish, starting Feb. 6th/13th on Mon. @ 5:15pm to 6:15pm

*** New Beg. (I) Spanish, starting Feb. 13th/20th on Mon. @ 6:15pm to 7:15pm

*** New Beg. (I) starting Feb. 7th/14th on Tues. @ 5:15pm to 6:15pm

*** New Beginner (II) Spanish, starting Feb.7th/14th on Tues. @ 6:15:pm to 7:15pm

*** New Beg. (I) Spanish, (twice) starting Feb. 14th/21th on Tues. @ 7:15:pm to 8:15pm

*** New Beg. (I) Spanish (twice) starting  Feb. 16th & 23rd on Thu @ 7:15pm to 8:15pm

*** New Beginner Spanish, starting  Feb. 3rd/10th on Fri. @ 6:15:pm to 7:15pm

*** New Beginner Spanish, starting Jan. 14th & 21th on Sat. @ 11:am to 12:00 noon

*** New Intermediate Spanish (forming now) on Sat @ 12 noon

*** New Spanish for Beg. and Int. levels, forming now for Feb. 2012!

*** New Latin Dance Classes for beginners, on Saturday @ 4pm & Sundays @12 noon.

*** New Flamenco Class for beginners, (forming now) on Sunday @ 10:45am.

*** Registration is ongoing year round!

New Class Schedule Winter 2012

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