Learning a new language opens the door to new worlds, and this beginner’s course in Latin American Spanish is designed to take you on a journey of discovery.

How many continents can you name in your native language? Is Latin America one of them? What images and cultural references come to mind when you think of it? Frida, empanadas, revolución, salsa, football; mojitos and ..?

As we dive into Spanish, exploring questions, verbs, and gender rules (and how to break them), we’ll also map out the rich histories and cultures of Latin America through the literature of the region, with readings from short stories and comic books that offer a glimpse into its diverse voices.

We’ll tune into the rhythms of popular music to learn about the political and social landscape, from protest songs like Victor Jara's protest ballads to the latest in hip hop like by Calle 13, Ana Tijoux, and yes, some reggaeton and trap (!) by Bad Bunny.

Throughout the course, we’ll create a collection of postcards that capture the cultural, grammatical, and emotional landscapes we explore together.

Dates:
September 24
October 1, 8, 15, 22
November 5, 12, 19, 26
December 3
Please note, there is no class 29 October which is our half-term week.

Venue:
House of Annetta
25 Princelet St, London E1 6QH

Accessibility: the classroom is located up two flights of stairs so this class is, regrettably, not accessible to wheelchair users.

PLEASE NOTE: there are TWO rates, Standard (the cheaper rate), and Supporter (for those who are able to contribute a little extra).

If you would like to book this course and pay in 2 instalments of 50% of the course fees, please email us at babelsblessing@gmail.com.

Please get in touch with any other questions about the course or access to the space.

Tuesdays 6:00 - 8:00pm