Centro Catalina

I was in Medellín for a few days and took private advanced conversation classes at Centro Catalina. Santiago and Daniela were both fantastic teachers, smart and knowledgeable about language, really nice, and easy to talk to about anything. I wholeheartedly recommend the school.

What changed most for me was my confidence. I started with some Spanish exposure but struggled to speak in real time. By the end, I was more fluent, thinking less in English, and using Spanish in everyday situations like ordering food, getting around the city, and having real conversations. The instructors were patient, engaging, and clearly cared about my progress. They met me where I was and pushed me when I was ready, creating a supportive environment that didn’t feel intimidating. The mix of grammar, conversation, and practical everyday Spanish was just what I needed. I had an incredible experience at this school, and I’m genuinely grateful. If you’re serious about learning Spanish through a high-quality immersion program with teachers who care, it’s absolutely worth it. I’d recommend it without hesitation.

The energy here is sooooo good! I’ve had six months of lessons at Centro Catalina in total, and the quality of both the teaching and the teachers is insane. Really good, amazing! If you want to learn Spanish with good vibes, come here ❣️🤞🏻 See you soon!

Living at the school for three months as well as studying there let me see both sides. As a place to live, I’d give it a four, while the teachers and classes deserve a five, so my final rating is a solid four. The school itself is excellent, with kind, inspiring teachers and instructors who have big hearts and positive energy. Students and other people sharing the space come from all over the world, adults and younger people alike. There are also activities outside school several days a week, led by the best teacher and guide in the world, someone deeply committed to the work and who puts their soul into it. There are a couple of things I wish I’d known before choosing the residence. The school takes in more students than it has room to accommodate. At busy times, you may have nowhere to spend your free time except your room, which doesn’t feel like a good return for someone who has paid a considerable amount to live there. It can also be hard to find peace and quiet, especially if you’re staying a while. The school is small, and there aren’t clear boundaries between staff, classes, and shared areas. On weekends, people may be working, making a lot of noise, or doing construction and maintenance early in the morning, so you might not be able to sleep in. That can affect your mood for the rest of the day.