Join a group.
Speak Spanish
live online.
An average of 3 to 5 students per class. Native Spanish teachers with a university degree and over 10 years of experience. Conversation first, taught mainly in Spanish, live on Google Meet from Ottawa or anywhere in Canada. From $80 a week, all-in, in CAD.
What a live class
gives you.
Textbooks, audio and video systems and computer programs can’t adapt to you. A live online group class can: a native teacher, a small mixed-level group, tasks at your own stretch point, and real conversation in every class.
Tasks at your stretch point
Groups mix levels, and each person gets tasks at their own stretch point. So you learn something new whether you are just starting or already speak well.
placed after the free level test in the bookingReal speaking practice
Classes focus on conversation. You take part in conversational situations, play games that build reading and verbal skills, and do audio and video exercises that simulate real-life interactions, with personal attention from your teacher.
taught mainly in SpanishDiverse classmates
Students join us from all over the world: a mix of cultures, ages and first languages. Because classes are taught mainly in Spanish, everyone shares one language in class, and you learn about other cultures along the way.
students from all over the worldEverything included
One weekly price covers class materials, the level test, homework, direct access to the academic director and a diploma. No registration fees, no materials fees: Explorer (1 day a week) is $80, Traveler (2 days) $110 and Local (3 days) $135 a week.
from $80 / week, all-in, in CADHow Vamos groups
work.
Small online groups, placed by level, with a curriculum that can be adjusted to each group’s needs. Here is what that means in practice.
👤 An average of 3 to 5 students per class. Everyone gets the interaction and practice they need with one another, and personal attention from the teacher. Your teacher builds each class around what you want to do with Spanish.
🎯 Tasks at your stretch point. Groups mix levels, and each person gets tasks at their own stretch point. It does not matter whether you learned Spanish at school or picked it up informally. Free level test (optional). About 6 minutes. It helps your teacher prepare. Your academic director confirms your group and class time within 24 hours of booking (Monday to Friday).
⚡ Conversation first, mainly in Spanish. Our group classes focus on conversational skills, but also cover the important basics of grammar, so you can communicate in writing, reading, speaking and listening.
📅 New classes every Monday. Book from 1 to 24 weeks and start on a Monday. Classes run throughout the day, Monday to Friday; most students join us online either in the morning or after work.
🏆 Materials and diploma included. All class material is frequently reviewed and updated by our academic director. Class materials, homework and a diploma are included in the weekly price, with no registration fees.
Choose your days
Avg 3-5 students · Native teachers · 2-hour classes · 1, 2 or 3 days a week · Monday to Friday · Live on Google Meet · Mixed-level groups · One price for everyone in the group · Diploma included · New classes every Monday
Free level test (optional). About 6 minutes. It helps your teacher prepare. Your academic director confirms your group and class time within 24 hours of booking (Monday to Friday).
Explorer, Traveler or Local: 1, 2 or 3 days a week, Monday to Friday. Classes run throughout the day: choose a time when a class is available.
New classes start every Monday for all skill levels, live online on Google Meet.
$80
CAD / week
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Explorer is the 1 Day a Week Spanish Group Course. Pick one day from Monday to Friday, for example Wednesday, and attend one 2-hour class a week. A light, steady pace next to work or study.
- Mixed levels, one price $80 a week for everyone in the group. Each person gets tasks at their own stretch point.
- Conversation first Conversational skills plus the important basics of grammar, taught mainly in Spanish.
- Small groups An average of 3 to 5 students per class.
- Native teachers A university degree in teaching Spanish and over 10 years of experience.
- Live online On Google Meet, from Ottawa or anywhere in Canada.
- Diploma included Class materials, the level test and homework are included too.
Good to know: weekends are not available. Book from 1 to 24 weeks, with 5% off from 4 weeks, 10% from 8 weeks and 15% from 12 weeks; new classes start every Monday. Want more practice? Choose Traveler (2 days a week) or Local (3 days a week).
$110
CAD / week
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Traveler is the 2 Days a Week Spanish Group Course. Pick any two days from Monday to Friday, for example Tuesday and Thursday. Each class is 2 hours long, so you attend two 2-hour classes a week. Classes run throughout the day, and you choose a time that works for you, as long as a class is available at your preferred time. A steady pace for a busy week.
- Mixed levels, one price $110 a week for everyone in the group. Each person gets tasks at their own stretch point.
- Conversation first Conversational skills plus the important basics of grammar, taught mainly in Spanish.
- Small groups An average of 3 to 5 students per class.
- Native teachers A university degree in teaching Spanish and over 10 years of experience.
- Live online On Google Meet, from Ottawa or anywhere in Canada.
- Diploma included Class materials, the level test and homework are included too.
Good to know: weekends are not available. Book from 1 to 24 weeks, with 5% off from 4 weeks, 10% from 8 weeks and 15% from 12 weeks; new classes start every Monday. Want more practice? Choose Local (3 days a week).
$135
CAD / week
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Local is the 3 Days a Week Spanish Group Course. Pick any 3 days that suit you, such as Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Each session is 2 hours long, 6 hours of class a week in total. Classes run throughout the day, Monday through Friday, and you select times that work for you, as long as a class is available at your preferred time.
- Mixed levels, one price $135 a week for everyone in the group. Each person gets tasks at their own stretch point.
- Conversation first Conversational skills plus the important basics of grammar, taught mainly in Spanish.
- Small groups An average of 3 to 5 students per class.
- Native teachers A university degree in teaching Spanish and over 10 years of experience.
- Live online On Google Meet, from Ottawa or anywhere in Canada.
- Diploma included Class materials, the level test and homework are included too.
Good to know: weekends are not available. Most students join us online either in the morning or after work. Book from 1 to 24 weeks, with 5% off from 4 weeks, 10% from 8 weeks and 15% from 12 weeks; new classes start every Monday.
🌐 How a mixed-level class works. Every group mixes levels, and that is on purpose. Each 2-hour class is built around one real situation, for example ordering, giving directions, a work call or talking about your family. We start together with a short warm-up. Then you work in pairs and trios on a task that has three steps: Start, Build and Stretch. You choose the step that stretches you, your teacher listens in and adjusts, and you swap partners halfway so you practise with different people. Beginners get phrases and models to lean on. More confident speakers get harder questions and longer turns. You finish with a personal next step from your teacher. Groups are small, so your teacher hears you speak every class.
💬 After your first class we ask you: too easy, just right or too hard? If it is not right, we adjust or you can switch your remaining hours to private lessons. Prefer private lessons? After your group course starts, you can convert your remaining group hours into private lessons at half the time: every 2 group hours become 1 private hour.
📝 Free level test (optional). About 6 minutes. It helps your teacher prepare. Your academic director confirms your group and class time within 24 hours of booking (Monday to Friday). The same price for everyone in the group.
Which plan
is right for you?
Answer three quick questions and we’ll suggest how many days a week suit you, or tell you honestly if private lessons would serve you better.
Where are you starting?
Your recommended plan
Traveler (2 days a week) $110 / week Steady progress · Most popular · 4 hours a week · any 2 days, Monday to FridayFree level test (optional). About 6 minutes. It helps your teacher prepare. Your academic director confirms your group and class time within 24 hours of booking (Monday to Friday).
Book Traveler (2 days a week) →Group isn’t right
for everyone.
We’d rather tell you the truth than sell you the wrong class. Here’s how to know which option fits your situation.
✓ Group classes are better when…
- You want to learn with other people and share the experience
- A regular schedule, Monday to Friday, keeps you motivated
- You’re learning for general fluency, travel, or culture
- Cost-effectiveness matters: from $80 a week for 2 hours
- You enjoy a social, conversational learning environment
- You have no hard deadline and can progress at a group pace
✓ Private lessons are better when…
- You have a specific deadline: a trip, an interview, an exam
- You need specialised vocabulary: science, law or IT
- You are preparing for the DELE or CELU Spanish exams
- You want 100% of the class focused on your exact goals
- You need classes on weekends: private lessons run 9 AM to 9 PM, Monday to Sunday
- You prefer 1-on-1 learning, in packages of 5 to 50 hours
You can take group classes and private lessons at the same time. Ask us about combining them.
Four steps to
your first class.
Choose your days
Explorer, Traveler or Local (1, 2 or 3 days a week): $80, $110 or $135 a week, the same price for everyone in the group. Book from 1 to 24 weeks, with 5% off from 4 weeks, 10% from 8 weeks and 15% from 12 weeks.
Take the level test
Free level test (optional). About 6 minutes. It helps your teacher prepare. Your academic director confirms your group and class time within 24 hours of booking (Monday to Friday).
Join on Google Meet
Classes run live online throughout the day, Monday to Friday, 2 hours a class. Join from Ottawa or anywhere in Canada.
Start on a Monday
New classes start every Monday for all skill levels. Diploma included. Add private lessons whenever you want more 1-on-1 time.
Group or private?
Side by side.
Both are live online with native teachers. Here is how online group classes and private 1-on-1 lessons compare on the factors that actually matter.
| What matters | Online group classes ✓ | Private 1-on-1 online |
|---|---|---|
| Class size | ✓ Average of 3 to 5 students | Just you and your teacher |
| Price (CAD, all-in) | ✓ From $80 / week (2 hours) | $20 to $27 / hour; 5 h $135, 10 h $245, 20 h $460, 30 h $650, 50 h $1,000 |
| Class length | ✓ 2 hours a class | Minimum one hour a class, packages of 5 to 50 hours |
| Days and times | ✓ Monday to Friday, throughout the day | Monday to Sunday, 9 AM to 9 PM |
| When can I start? | ✓ New classes every Monday | Organized around your schedule |
| Level | ✓ Free level test, mixed-level groups | Tailored to your needs and skill level |
| Focus | ✓ Conversation plus the basics of grammar | Your goals: conversation, writing, vocabulary for science, law or IT, DELE or CELU |
| Platform | ✓ Google Meet | Google Meet |
| Fees | ✓ No registration fees | No registration fees |
Watch before
you book.
How a live online class runs, how to choose a format, and a short lesson with one of our teachers.
Live online class
How a live online class works
Group classes for Ottawa run live online. See how a Vamos lesson works.
Choosing a course
Group classes or private lessons?
One of our teachers explains which format suits you best.
Sample lesson
Me gustas or me caes bien?
Two phrases learners often mix up, explained in 90 seconds.
Online group classes
FAQ Ottawa.
How much do the online group Spanish classes cost?
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Group classes are sold per week, in Canadian dollars (CAD), all-in: Explorer, 1 day a week (2 hours) $80, Traveler, 2 days a week (4 hours) $110, Local, 3 days a week (6 hours) $135. You book from 1 to 24 weeks at the weekly price. Length discount, applied automatically: 5% off for 4 to 7 weeks, 10% off for 8 to 11 weeks and 15% off for 12 weeks or more. Example: Traveler for 12 weeks is $1,122 instead of $1,320 (you save $198). The price is the same for everyone in the group. No registration fees and no materials fees.
How many students are in a group?
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We usually average around 3 to 5 students in our group classes. This allows everyone to have the necessary level of interaction and practice with one another, and personal attention from their teacher. Groups mix levels, and each person gets tasks at their own stretch point.
How do the 1, 2 and 3 days a week options work?
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Every class is 2 hours. With 1 day a week you attend 2 hours, with 2 days 4 hours, and with 3 days 6 hours, Monday to Friday. You pick the days, for example Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Weekends are not available.
When can I start?
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New classes start every Monday for all skill levels. You book from 1 to 24 weeks.
What time are the classes?
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Classes run Monday to Friday. You choose morning, afternoon or evening in your own time zone when you book; the exact class time is confirmed within 24 hours, once we know who is in your group. Most students join us online either in the morning or after work.
Are the classes online?
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Yes. All group classes are live online on Google Meet. You can join from Ottawa or anywhere in Canada.
How are groups formed?
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We form groups by goal, day and part of the day. Groups mix levels, and each person gets tasks at their own stretch point. So you learn something new whether you are just starting or already speak well. After your first class we ask you: too easy, just right or too hard? If it is not right, we adjust or you can switch your remaining hours to private lessons. Free level test (optional). About 6 minutes. It helps your teacher prepare. Your academic director confirms your group and class time within 24 hours of booking (Monday to Friday).
Will I be in a class with people at my level?
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Groups mix levels, and each person gets tasks at their own stretch point. So you learn something new whether you are just starting or already speak well. Prefer private lessons? After your group course starts, you can convert your remaining group hours into private lessons at half the time: every 2 group hours become 1 private hour.
Can complete beginners join?
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Yes. Our online group classes are for all Spanish skill levels: learn to read, write, speak and understand Spanish, either for the first time or to further develop your proficiency.
What happens in a group class?
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Our group classes focus on conversational skills, but also cover the important basics of grammar. You take part in conversational situations, play games that build reading and verbal skills, and do audio and video exercises that simulate real-life interactions. Classes are taught mainly in Spanish.
Who are the teachers?
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All our Spanish teachers are native speakers with a university degree in teaching Spanish and over 10 years of experience.
What is included in the price?
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Class materials, the level test, homework, direct access to the academic director and a diploma. All class material is frequently reviewed and updated by our academic director.
Are there hidden fees?
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No. Prices are all-in, in Canadian dollars (CAD), with no registration fees and no materials fees.
What is the difference between group classes and private lessons?
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Group classes: an average of 3 to 5 students, 2-hour classes Monday to Friday, from $80 a week. Private 1-on-1 lessons: packages from $135 for 5 hours to $1,000 for 50 hours ($20 to $27 an hour), 9 AM to 9 PM, Monday to Sunday, minimum one hour, built around your own goals. See private Spanish lessons online for details.
Can I take group classes and private lessons at the same time?
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Yes, of course. You can add private lessons for a specific goal, such as vocabulary for science, law or IT, or DELE or CELU exam preparation, alongside your group classes.
Are there classes for children or for friends and family?
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Yes, both online. Spanish classes for children are for ages 6 to 14, 1-on-1 or in a private group: private packs start from $190 for a 5-hour pack, and for a kids private group, contact us for the kids group price. Private group classes are for 2 to 10 people at similar levels: a 5-hour pack costs $28.60 per person per hour for 2 people, going down to $17.60 per person per hour for 10 people; bigger packs bring it down to $16.32. Contact us to book either.
How do I ask a question before booking?
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Call toll free +1-888-808-1242, write to us on WhatsApp, or use our contact page. We answer Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 9 PM.
Join a group.
Speak Spanish online.
A free level test inside the booking (optional), then Explorer, Traveler or Local (1, 2 or 3 days a week) from $80 a week. Groups mix levels, and each person gets tasks at their own stretch point. Live online on Google Meet, from Ottawa or anywhere in Canada.
Toll free +1-888-808-1242 · Write to us on WhatsApp · Monday to Friday 9 AM - 9 PM · Contact us
All prices in Canadian dollars (CAD), all-in, with no registration fees and no materials fees. Online group classes are sold per week: Explorer, 1 day a week (2 hours) $80, Traveler, 2 days a week (4 hours) $110, Local, 3 days a week (6 hours) $135, the same price for everyone in the group. Length discount, applied automatically: 5% off for 4 to 7 weeks, 10% off for 8 to 11 weeks and 15% off for 12 weeks or more. Example: Traveler for 12 weeks is $1,122 instead of $1,320 (you save $198). 2 hours a class, Monday to Friday; weekends are not available. Book from 1 to 24 weeks; new classes start every Monday. Class materials, level test, homework, direct access to the academic director and a diploma included. Courses are sold by VSA Academy Inc: see our Terms and conditions and Payment and your place. Contact us.