Student Testimonials

A recent article from "The Alberta Teachers' Association Magazine" by Deirdre Swan (click for full article)

Susan Dillon
February 2006
The teachers were enthusiastic and fun, very encouraging and patient, making this an extremely rewarding experience.

Lorna Sheveland
January 2006
This was a wonderful experience. Truly, this is a well-organized school with carefully constructed activities for learning Spanish. I recommend this school to all!

Patrice Frires
January 2006
Vinigulaza is an intimate setting for learning Spanish. Many opportunities to listen to Spanish and practice on the street.

Nathaniel Lara
January 2006
I must say, I think this is the best Spanish class I have ever taken. Also, the school is very friendly and the rest of the staff very kind.

Jill
January 2006
These were the best language classes I’ve ever taken. I learned more in one week of classes than I’ve learned out on the streets of Oaxaca within a month of living here. Incredible teachers.

Frank
January 2006
Vinigulaza can provide you with your specific needs in learning Spanish. I had some Spanish and the lessons from Vinigulaza consolidated the pieces and filled in the holes. Just what I needed!

Sandra Francour
January 2006
I really enjoyed learning with my teacher and the classes as well as my homestay. I wish I could have stayed longer at both.

Nancy Watson
January2006
The classes exceeded my expectations.

Bill Slatkin
January 2006
I’m very impressed with the dedication and professionalism of the staff. My two weeks at Academia Vinigulaza were productive and fun.

April Palmer
January 2006
Vinigulaza not only greatly advanced my ability to speak Spanish, the school also made my stay in Oaxaca a delight with a greater understanding and appreciation for the culture.

Hilary Anthony
January 2006
The teachers are professional and well prepared. The school is flexible and friendly. I had a great experience.

Stuart Judd
December 2005
The staff are very friendly. Our teacher made the classes fun and interesting. I have never had so much fun in a classroom. The activities organized outside the classroom made Oaxaca our favorite destination.

Janice Brenner
December 2005
When I came to Oaxaca, I knew only a few words of Spanish. Now after only five days, I know enough to feel comfortable speaking to others and learning more.

Jeff Smajstrla
December 2005
My time at Vinigulaza has been nothing short of exceptional. The flexibility is outstanding, allowing students to choose the amount of classes they wish to attend and giving them the option of group or private lessons. Both options have their benefits according to the type of student you are. I suggest doing a bit of both. Vinigulaza is a utopia of culture with students from all over the world. The staff is always willing to accommodate you and every question (no matter how silly it seems to the locals) is answered respectfully.
Vinigulaza is great!

Allen Gilbert
December 2005
Vinigulaza is low-key, but solid in it’s language instruction. It is well-managed and you can do as many extra activities as you like or instead explore Oaxaca on your own. I strongly recommend Vinigulaza.

Julins Dinter
December 2005
I appreciate the efforts the school went to, in order to find the perfect homestay.

Julie Landan
December 2005
The friendly and supportive teacher and her methods relieved me of my worries about studying (in mid-life) immediately. She was always well-prepared and worked with me at my individual rate. Thanks!

Sarah Sherbur Zimmer
November 2005
The classes were as good or better than the Spanish classes I had taken at University in the States.

Lisa Spano
November 2005
This is my second time here at Vinigulaza. I returned because of the strong teaching, staff, the small class size, the friendly, relaxed atmosphere. As a second language teacher myself (at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario) I know first hand that comfort level and rapport, which really can only be established in small, intimate classes, are key to second language acquisition. Thank you for a great learning experience.

If you have been a student with us in the past and would like to add your comments then please contact us.