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    Spanish classes in San Luis Obispo, CA: Find a private tutor near you

    Do you want to follow online Spanish lessons in San Luis Obispo, CA? On Preply you can choose from 7339 Spanish tutors near you for 1-to-1 classes online. With online instead of face-to-face lessons you can follow classes at any time you want, wherever you are. This way your busy schedule won't be in the way of your language learning evolution. Plan online Spanish lessons in San Luis Obispo, CA. Preply is the most rapid growing language learning platform for online 1-to-1 lessons. Whether you have just relocated and want to learn the local language of a country or want to learn a new language for personal development, we have the best teacher for you. Plan Spanish lessons near you and start learning today! Looking for a different way to learn a language? Explore online Spanish classes.
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    • Tutor spanish Pablo B.

      $

      25

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      First lesson is free
      • Spanish

      Time zone: San Luis Obispo, CA

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      I invite you to book a trial class with me, I will show you that you can learn fluent spanish fast and easy. In less than 50 hours you will be able to speak and understand spanish whit no effort. More than 7 years of experience as a teacher, teaching Spanish to Adults and Teenagers.
      Using a combination of methodologies, including TPRS, you will be able to advance from level A0 to B1 in less than a year.
      Before Booking a class, please write me in the chat to find out your goals, what type of class you prefer and if you need classes for adults or children.

      Why choose Pablo B.
      "professional ,fun and creative. My boy likes his lesson"
      Bruce

      Bruce

      November 22, 2022

    • Tutor spanish Alejandra G.
      Super Tutor

      $

      27

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      Super Tutor
      First lesson is free
      • Spanish

      Time zone: San Luis Obispo, CA

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      +2

      Professional and creative Spanish instructor with 10 years of experience! The balance between conversational and grammar-oriented lessons, will improve your pronunciation, increase your vocabulary and get a real progress. The main objective is you have meaningful experiences through different activities, feel engaged, motivated and comfortable in a learning environment.

      Why choose Alejandra G.
      "Alejandra is a kind, patient and enthusiastic tutor who will help you achieve your language goals according to your preferred learning style. Regardless of your level, I highly recommend her."
      Berk

      Berk

      January 10, 2022

    • Tutor spanish Lucia M.

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      10

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      First lesson is free
      • Spanish

      Time zone: San Luis Obispo, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      Let's learn the Spanish you'll actually use! I have 4 years of experience teaching Spanish to foreigners, I have a solid understanding of the grammar and structure of the language, which allows me to offer rigorous and effective teaching. I look forward to the opportunity to help you speak this beautiful language.

    • Tutor spanish Leandro B.
      New tutor

      $

      10

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      New tutor
      First lesson is free
      • Spanish

      Time zone: San Luis Obispo, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      Learn and enjoy it, let's do it together I am a teacher with more than 5 years of experience for adults and children, I have worked online and in person for schools. My teaching experience has been mainly in the language area, I have been a Spanish and Mandarin teacher.
      I am Leandro, an experienced tutor from Colombia.

    • Tutor spanish Patricia V.

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      17

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      First lesson is free
      • Spanish

      Time zone: San Luis Obispo, CA

        Speaks

      If you want to learn in an easy and fun way, do not hesitate to contact me. You will not regret it. Let's embark on a journey together to explore the vibrant world of the Spanish language.

      Hola, student! I'm Patricia, a passionate tutor from Spain.

      I have been teaching foreign people my native language, Spanish, for more than 5 years.
      I love surfing and barbecues on the beach with friends.

      Why choose Patricia V.
      "She is a great teacher. I’ve never had any teacher like her. Thanks for everything"
      Thomas

      Thomas

      January 15, 2024

    • Tutor spanish Michelle M.
      Super Tutor

      $

      19

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      Super Tutor
      First lesson is free
      • Spanish

      Time zone: San Luis Obispo, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      Spanish and French teacher with 6 years of experience The most important is to learn in an interesting way and be curious about the language. I’m waiting for you to start speaking Spanish.
      I studied Modern Languages at the Central University of Venezuela and I have a degree in Translation. I have had very diverse students of different nationalities and it has been a wonderful and enriching experience.

      Why choose Michelle M.
      "Michelle is an excellent tutor. Her way of teaching is very satisfying and her positive energy can inspire students to learn. "
      Piotr

      Piotr

      October 22, 2020

    • Tutor spanish Ishtar P.
      Super Tutor

      $

      8

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      Super Tutor
      First lesson is free
      • Spanish

      Time zone: San Luis Obispo, CA

        Speaks

      Tutora de español Soy hablante nativa de español y mi experiencia docente incluye trabajar a través de la conversación, escucha, juegos escénicos, audios y vocabulario. ¡Claro, siempre pensado en el nivel de la persona y hacia donde quiere llegar!
      Tengo experiencia en idioma español como segunda lengua y más de 10 años como docente de teatro.

      Why choose Ishtar P.
      "Ishtar is absolutely amazing! Ishtar has an amazing attitude and I'm smiling the whole time as I feel super comfortable and energized when I'm in class! "
      James

      James

      November 7, 2023

    • Tutor spanish Margalida F.
      New tutor

      $

      28

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      New tutor
      First lesson is free
      • Spanish

      Time zone: San Luis Obispo, CA

        Speaks
      +3

      Spanish with charm: Learn with a passionate teacher! I love music, gastronomy, ceramics, and travel, but I am also passionate about history and culture. In fact, one of the things I like the most about this profession is getting to know my students through their history and culture.

      Who would have thought that I would find such an exciting space in this profession?

    • Tutor spanish Eugenio M.

      $

      15

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      First lesson is free
      • Spanish

      Time zone: San Luis Obispo, CA

        Speaks
      +3

      Tutor with International Teaching Experience My name is Eugenio. I am a passionate of languages, I am multilingual. After graduating from the University Juárez Autónoma de Tabasco with a degree in Modern Languages in 2010, I gained teaching experience working for several private schools. I studied Teaching ESL at University of Québec in Montréal,Canada.

      Why choose Eugenio M.
      "Eugenio is a great tutor who teaches not only the language but also the culture. The lessons with him are always fun and you learn something every time. Can only recommend him to everyone!"
      Fabian

      Fabian

      June 22, 2022

    • Tutor spanish Alen A.

      $

      25

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      First lesson is free
      • Spanish

      Time zone: San Luis Obispo, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      Certified passionate tutor with 3 years of experience I have a TESOL certification (even if it is for English, what I've learned about teaching, works for any language) and a Bilingual High School degree. I've been teaching Spanish as a second language for 3 years, and I've had the honor of teaching and getting to know all sorts of students during this time.

      Why choose Alen A.
      "Alen is the best! He is very understanding, flexible with teaching methods, friendly and his presence makes it a very comfortable environment to learn Spanish no matter your level. He is helping me with Argentine/Uruguayan Spanish and he also has vast knowledge of Iberian Spanish to help compare the differences, as both are useful to me. I would not hesitate to choose Alen as your tutor! "
      Nathan

      Nathan

      August 31, 2023

    Why Preply is the best site to learn spanish in San Luis Obispo, CA

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    spanish lessons prices by tutor city

    Private tutors inPrice
    New York, NY

    $15 / hr

    Los Angeles, CA

    $15 / hr

    Chicago, IL

    $15 / hr

    San Luis Obispo, CA

    $22 / hr

    Average rates for spanish classes in San Luis Obispo, CA

    Native/non native speakersPrice

    Native spanish speakers

    $18 / hr

    Non native spanish speakers

    $26 / hr

    The average cost for spanish classes in San Luis Obispo, CA may vary from other locations and depending on the teacher nationality, so here is a price comparison to help you find your best fit online tutor.

    How Spanish learners from San Luis Obispo, CA rate their Preply experience
    Giulio rated · Spanish tutor.
    5.0Feb 19, 2024
    My learning experience with Elisabeth is very positive. Elisabeth is professional, competent and patient. She is very good in planning a learning strategy on the basis of your specific needs and adapt her teaching method accordingly, also providing very useful materials. I definitely reccomend he...
    Max rated · Spanish tutor.
    5.0Feb 19, 2024
    Angel is a nice, calm, helpful, loving teacher,who always try's that you wll have a wonderful experience.
    Guerline rated · Spanish tutor.
    5.0Feb 19, 2024
    Valentina is very professional and knowledgeable. She's also personable and makes classes fun. She cares about her students and their goals. Happy to have found her
    Inna rated · Spanish tutor.
    5.0Feb 19, 2024
    Jenny is the best teacher ever! She is always there for you wether it's Spanish, or if you need some advice.
    Ivy rated · Spanish tutor.
    5.0Feb 19, 2024
    This is my first time in preply and my trial hour with Carlos went great. He is very much well-travelled which makes him a perfect fit for what I'm looking for in an instructor. Looking forward to all of my classes with Carlos!

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    🌆 How do I improve my Spanish in San Luis Obispo, CA and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?

    Besides self-study with mobile applications, you have 4 main choices for learning Spanish interactively in San Luis Obispo, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are less pricey.) Your 2nd possibility can be local for-profit language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can find a private Spanish tutor in San Luis Obispo, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local San Luis Obispo, CA and online Spanish tutors.

    🎟 Is it expensive to learn Spanish and how much should Spanish tutors ask?

    For university and college courses you can estimate Spanish course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the price of 45-48 class hours each semester. Language academies and private Spanish tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Spanish tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 15 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability and popularity. Customer review average for Spanish lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.

    📚 What are the requirements for Spanish language skill level to sign up for a course?

    When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Spanish tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For maximum flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.

    🔥 Why is Spanish so hard and are there ways to learn it more effectively?

    One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Spanish. In reality, you can gain basic Spanish fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand everyday expressions, speak on some level, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Spanish. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Spanish tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.

    🤷 How long does it take to master Spanish?

    Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Spanish will necessitate at least 600 hours of practice. The actual range of time can differ by a lot depending on your existing level of Spanish or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, try typing using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Spanish out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Spanish classes online.

    🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Spanish instructor?

    In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of approved Spanish tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.

    🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?

    Colleges usually offer classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually have shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.