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#1 Ranked Spanish Teacher in Colombia

#1 Ranked Spanish Teacher in Colombia

#1 Ranked Spanish Teacher in Colombia

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Years of experience

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Years of experience

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Students

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Hi! I'm Carlos

I’ve traveled the world, living and working in places like Guam, the U.S., and Turks and Caicos. In 2009, I returned to Medellín, Colombia, and discovered my passion—teaching Spanish.

With over 1,000 students guided worldwide, I help learners speak confidently and naturally.

I love connecting people with Spanish in a practical, engaging way—whether for travel, work, or personal growth.

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Julian Wilson

If you're actually serious about learning this language, Carlos is your guy. If you put in the work outside the classroom, Carlos will take you to the next level. I personally started with a foundation of about a month's work of studying then started working with Carlos in late December in person. I swear two hours with Carlos is worth 10 hours in the classroom. I have put in the time and at this point about 3 months in with Carlos I can speak fluidly with most people. Nearly everyone comments that my Spanish is very good given the amount of time I've spent. He's very strict but I think for a serious learner it's the right approach. His English is fluent so he can explain and give examples as deep as you want. Thank you Carlos!

Julian Wilson

If you're actually serious about learning this language, Carlos is your guy. If you put in the work outside the classroom, Carlos will take you to the next level. I personally started with a foundation of about a month's work of studying then started working with Carlos in late December in person. I swear two hours with Carlos is worth 10 hours in the classroom. I have put in the time and at this point about 3 months in with Carlos I can speak fluidly with most people. Nearly everyone comments that my Spanish is very good given the amount of time I've spent. He's very strict but I think for a serious learner it's the right approach. His English is fluent so he can explain and give examples as deep as you want. Thank you Carlos!

Julian Wilson

If you're actually serious about learning this language, Carlos is your guy. If you put in the work outside the classroom, Carlos will take you to the next level. I personally started with a foundation of about a month's work of studying then started working with Carlos in late December in person. I swear two hours with Carlos is worth 10 hours in the classroom. I have put in the time and at this point about 3 months in with Carlos I can speak fluidly with most people. Nearly everyone comments that my Spanish is very good given the amount of time I've spent. He's very strict but I think for a serious learner it's the right approach. His English is fluent so he can explain and give examples as deep as you want. Thank you Carlos!

Debbie Lennon

I have had several Spanish teachers and I feel I progressed the most with Carlos. His experience is obvious and his classes are engaging and entertaining, with high quality content. Carlos gives you the confidence to start using your Spanish in public and his support has greatly helped me improve. A truly excellent experience, I strongly recommend him!

Debbie Lennon

I have had several Spanish teachers and I feel I progressed the most with Carlos. His experience is obvious and his classes are engaging and entertaining, with high quality content. Carlos gives you the confidence to start using your Spanish in public and his support has greatly helped me improve. A truly excellent experience, I strongly recommend him!

Jack Leathers

I had a bunch of different Spanish teachers in different countries when I was trying to learn, but Carlos was without a doubt the best! He kept the classes moving so it never got boring, used some great techniques to get us talking and conversing in Spanish (so because I wanted to communicate something, I remembered it better, instead of simply being obliged to complete the exercise) - and he had plenty of games and other ways of taking me around the city to learn instead of staying in the classroom all day. Really, the classes were super dynamic and fun, and I really looked forward to going to them. Highly, highly recommend Carlos !

Jack Leathers

I had a bunch of different Spanish teachers in different countries when I was trying to learn, but Carlos was without a doubt the best! He kept the classes moving so it never got boring, used some great techniques to get us talking and conversing in Spanish (so because I wanted to communicate something, I remembered it better, instead of simply being obliged to complete the exercise) - and he had plenty of games and other ways of taking me around the city to learn instead of staying in the classroom all day. Really, the classes were super dynamic and fun, and I really looked forward to going to them. Highly, highly recommend Carlos !

Jack Leathers

I had a bunch of different Spanish teachers in different countries when I was trying to learn, but Carlos was without a doubt the best! He kept the classes moving so it never got boring, used some great techniques to get us talking and conversing in Spanish (so because I wanted to communicate something, I remembered it better, instead of simply being obliged to complete the exercise) - and he had plenty of games and other ways of taking me around the city to learn instead of staying in the classroom all day. Really, the classes were super dynamic and fun, and I really looked forward to going to them. Highly, highly recommend Carlos !

Cian Rowlands

When I first arrived in Colombia I had little to no Spanish. Within a few weeks of classes with Carlos I was having full conversations with native speakers. I now live in Spain and thanks to Carlos I am able to engage fully in the local community (albeit with a slight paisa accent 😉). Carlos has a natural ability to make learning the language fun and easy, always coming up with creative ways of teaching. His passion for teaching and the language itself is infectious. Carlos was a great teacher and is now a great friend who I regularly keep in contact with. I highly recommend Carlos to anyone looking to learn Spanish at whatever level.

Cian Rowlands

When I first arrived in Colombia I had little to no Spanish. Within a few weeks of classes with Carlos I was having full conversations with native speakers. I now live in Spain and thanks to Carlos I am able to engage fully in the local community (albeit with a slight paisa accent 😉). Carlos has a natural ability to make learning the language fun and easy, always coming up with creative ways of teaching. His passion for teaching and the language itself is infectious. Carlos was a great teacher and is now a great friend who I regularly keep in contact with. I highly recommend Carlos to anyone looking to learn Spanish at whatever level.

Mackenzie Clements

Carlos is the best of the best! I’ve taken his classes in group settings, one on one, and via Skype. He motivates students using applicable examples and humor. Plus he’s a charismatic person, and made me feel like he genuinely cared about my success. I’d say he is truly one of, if not the best, language teacher I have worked with. In addition to lessons that force you to speak, he uses worksheets/resources to solidify the process. This goes above and beyond from other teachers in Medellin. Highly, highly recommend!

Mackenzie Clements

Carlos is the best of the best! I’ve taken his classes in group settings, one on one, and via Skype. He motivates students using applicable examples and humor. Plus he’s a charismatic person, and made me feel like he genuinely cared about my success. I’d say he is truly one of, if not the best, language teacher I have worked with. In addition to lessons that force you to speak, he uses worksheets/resources to solidify the process. This goes above and beyond from other teachers in Medellin. Highly, highly recommend!

Idan Shichor

For all those looking for the Spanish teacher who will take them to the next level, Carlos is the man. I had very basic Spanish when I met Carlos and couldn’t hold a conversation but within a month was already having full conversations in Spanish. Carlos will teach you the way that is best for you.

Idan Shichor

For all those looking for the Spanish teacher who will take them to the next level, Carlos is the man. I had very basic Spanish when I met Carlos and couldn’t hold a conversation but within a month was already having full conversations in Spanish. Carlos will teach you the way that is best for you.

Idan Shichor

For all those looking for the Spanish teacher who will take them to the next level, Carlos is the man. I had very basic Spanish when I met Carlos and couldn’t hold a conversation but within a month was already having full conversations in Spanish. Carlos will teach you the way that is best for you.

Alexandra Elredge

Carlos is a fantastic teacher. I have been learning Spanish for 15+ years and Carlos is among the very best of the *many* teachers I’ve had. His classes are engaging and structured. I’ve taken Carlos’ classes both in person and online and would highly recommend both. He really helped me improve my Spanish. He’s a great teacher for all levels, from complete beginner to proficient (which I am). I’d also recommend him as a Spanish conversation partner. Definitely sign up for his classes!

Alexandra Elredge

Carlos is a fantastic teacher. I have been learning Spanish for 15+ years and Carlos is among the very best of the *many* teachers I’ve had. His classes are engaging and structured. I’ve taken Carlos’ classes both in person and online and would highly recommend both. He really helped me improve my Spanish. He’s a great teacher for all levels, from complete beginner to proficient (which I am). I’d also recommend him as a Spanish conversation partner. Definitely sign up for his classes!

Alexandra Elredge

Carlos is a fantastic teacher. I have been learning Spanish for 15+ years and Carlos is among the very best of the *many* teachers I’ve had. His classes are engaging and structured. I’ve taken Carlos’ classes both in person and online and would highly recommend both. He really helped me improve my Spanish. He’s a great teacher for all levels, from complete beginner to proficient (which I am). I’d also recommend him as a Spanish conversation partner. Definitely sign up for his classes!

Cas Nieskens

The best Spanish teacher in Medellin. Personalised program from beginner to advanced. Up to date materials and excellent grammar knowledge both in Spanish as English. Talking about every day topics makes it more fun and helps to practise for both work and personal life. Highly recommended.

Cas Nieskens

The best Spanish teacher in Medellin. Personalised program from beginner to advanced. Up to date materials and excellent grammar knowledge both in Spanish as English. Talking about every day topics makes it more fun and helps to practise for both work and personal life. Highly recommended.

Cas Nieskens

The best Spanish teacher in Medellin. Personalised program from beginner to advanced. Up to date materials and excellent grammar knowledge both in Spanish as English. Talking about every day topics makes it more fun and helps to practise for both work and personal life. Highly recommended.

Chris Carothers

Carlos came highly recommended when I was in the process of buying a home in Medellín. I reached out to him on the phone and after a brief conversation, I felt certain that he was exactly the kind of Spanish teacher I was looking for and offered to buy his largest package deal up front. He suggested I wait and take a lesson with him first to see if I liked his style of teaching before I spent all that money. So I met with Carlos that initial session and was really impressed. He had this really unique way of teaching that resonated with me in a way that made learning remarkably fluid. After only one lesson, I was all in and paid him for the 80 hour package. I went on to do a couple more sessions in person and planned to continue over zoom once I returned to the US to prepare for the move. Unfortunately, the purchase of the house fell through and I reached out to Carlos to see if there was any way he could refund me the remaining portion because my move wasn't going to happen. He was so understanding and told me that it was absolutely no problem, then refunded me the money within minutes! I can't say enough kind words about Carlos. He's a fantastic Spanish teacher and genuinely wonderful person! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Chris Carothers

Carlos came highly recommended when I was in the process of buying a home in Medellín. I reached out to him on the phone and after a brief conversation, I felt certain that he was exactly the kind of Spanish teacher I was looking for and offered to buy his largest package deal up front. He suggested I wait and take a lesson with him first to see if I liked his style of teaching before I spent all that money. So I met with Carlos that initial session and was really impressed. He had this really unique way of teaching that resonated with me in a way that made learning remarkably fluid. After only one lesson, I was all in and paid him for the 80 hour package. I went on to do a couple more sessions in person and planned to continue over zoom once I returned to the US to prepare for the move. Unfortunately, the purchase of the house fell through and I reached out to Carlos to see if there was any way he could refund me the remaining portion because my move wasn't going to happen. He was so understanding and told me that it was absolutely no problem, then refunded me the money within minutes! I can't say enough kind words about Carlos. He's a fantastic Spanish teacher and genuinely wonderful person! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Chris Carothers

Carlos came highly recommended when I was in the process of buying a home in Medellín. I reached out to him on the phone and after a brief conversation, I felt certain that he was exactly the kind of Spanish teacher I was looking for and offered to buy his largest package deal up front. He suggested I wait and take a lesson with him first to see if I liked his style of teaching before I spent all that money. So I met with Carlos that initial session and was really impressed. He had this really unique way of teaching that resonated with me in a way that made learning remarkably fluid. After only one lesson, I was all in and paid him for the 80 hour package. I went on to do a couple more sessions in person and planned to continue over zoom once I returned to the US to prepare for the move. Unfortunately, the purchase of the house fell through and I reached out to Carlos to see if there was any way he could refund me the remaining portion because my move wasn't going to happen. He was so understanding and told me that it was absolutely no problem, then refunded me the money within minutes! I can't say enough kind words about Carlos. He's a fantastic Spanish teacher and genuinely wonderful person! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Why work with me?

Why work with me?

Why work with me?

Background
Background
Background

15+ Years of Experience

15+ Years of Experience

Over 15 years teaching Spanish, I guide you to real results—fast. No endless rules, just confidence and conversation.

Over 15 years teaching Spanish, I guide you to real results—fast. No endless rules, just confidence and conversation.

1,000+ Success Stories

1,000+ Success Stories

I’ve taught over 1,000 students worldwide to travel, work, or connect using Spanish.

I’ve taught over 1,000 students worldwide to travel, work, or connect using Spanish.

Real-World Spanish, Not Textbook Rules

Real-World Spanish, Not Textbook Rules

Real-World Spanish, Not Textbook Rules

Forget grammar drills—my lessons teach you how natives actually speak, so you can converse confidently and naturally.

Forget grammar drills—my lessons teach you how natives actually speak, so you can converse confidently and naturally.

Forget grammar drills—my lessons teach you how natives actually speak, so you can converse confidently and naturally.

A Guarantee You Can Trust

A Guarantee You Can Trust

Not happy? Get a 100% refund on unused lessons.

Not happy? Get a 100% refund on unused lessons.

Flexible Learning

Flexible Learning

No deadlines. I adapt to your pace and schedule—intense or relaxed, you choose.

No deadlines. I adapt to your pace and schedule—intense or relaxed, you choose.

I Know What It Takes to Learn a Language

I Know What It Takes to Learn a Language

With 25 years studying English, I’ve faced the same struggles you have. I’ll steer you past common pitfalls to real progress.

With 25 years studying English, I’ve faced the same struggles you have. I’ll steer you past common pitfalls to real progress.

+1000 successful students over 15 years

HOW IT WORKS

Get started with me in 3 simple steps

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Book Your Free Call

Book Your Free Call

Book Your Free Call

Schedule a quick, no-cost call to get started. We’ll chat about your Spanish journey.

Schedule a quick, no-cost call to get started. We’ll chat about your Spanish journey.

Schedule a quick, no-cost call to get started. We’ll chat about your Spanish journey.

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Set Goals & Plan Lessons

Set Goals & Plan Lessons

Set Goals & Plan Lessons

Discuss your goals with me. I’ll craft a personalized lesson plan just for you.

Discuss your goals with me. I’ll craft a personalized lesson plan just for you.

Discuss your goals with me. I’ll craft a personalized lesson plan just for you.

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Buy a Package & Begin

Buy a Package & Begin

Buy a Package & Begin

Choose the perfect package and schedule your classes. Start speaking Spanish soon!

Choose the perfect package and schedule your classes. Start speaking Spanish soon!

Choose the perfect package and schedule your classes. Start speaking Spanish soon!

TESTIMONIALS

Check out the results of my students

Rebecca

Rebecca from the UK went from A2 to B2 in 6 months

Rebecca from the UK went from A2 to B2 in 6 months

Julian

Julian from Canada went from zero Spanish to B1 in a year

Julian from Canada went from zero Spanish to B1 in a year

Gurpreet

Gurpreet from India fixed his foreigner accent in just 6 months

Gurpreet from India fixed his foreigner accent in just 6 months

Bill

Bill from the Scotland corrected many mistakes that had kept him at a B1 level.

Bill from the Scotland corrected many mistakes that had kept him at a B1 level.

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Packages

10 Hour Survival Package

Master essentials fast and start speaking confidently.

$347

Perfect for newbies needing quick, essential skills

Learn basic vocab, phrases, and grammar in 10 hours

Speak confidently in everyday situations like travel or dining

Start your Spanish journey with a solid foundation

10 Hour Survival Package

Master essentials fast and start speaking confidently.

$347

Perfect for newbies needing quick, essential skills

Learn basic vocab, phrases, and grammar in 10 hours

Speak confidently in everyday situations like travel or dining

Start your Spanish journey with a solid foundation

10 Hour Survival Package

Master essentials fast and start speaking confidently.

$347

Perfect for newbies needing quick, essential skills

Learn basic vocab, phrases, and grammar in 10 hours

Speak confidently in everyday situations like travel or dining

Start your Spanish journey with a solid foundation

20 Hour Starter Package

Kickstart your Spanish with practical skills.

$597

Ideal for beginners wanting a fast intro to Spanish

Master key vocab, grammar, and phrases in 20 hours

Practical lessons for speaking from day one

Build a strong base for travel or curiosity

20 Hour Starter Package

Kickstart your Spanish with practical skills.

$597

Ideal for beginners wanting a fast intro to Spanish

Master key vocab, grammar, and phrases in 20 hours

Practical lessons for speaking from day one

Build a strong base for travel or curiosity

20 Hour Starter Package

Kickstart your Spanish with practical skills.

$597

Ideal for beginners wanting a fast intro to Spanish

Master key vocab, grammar, and phrases in 20 hours

Practical lessons for speaking from day one

Build a strong base for travel or curiosity

40 Hour Basic Package

Build a strong foundation for real-life Spanish.

$997

Designed for absolute beginners to gain core skills

Boost your confidence with interactive lessons

Covers essential vocab, grammar, and phrases in 40 hours

Practical approach for real-life chats—travel, shopping, more

40 Hour Basic Package

Premium business transactions

$997

Designed for absolute beginners to gain core skills

Covers essential vocab, grammar, and phrases in 40 hours

Practical approach for real-life chats—travel, shopping, more

Boost your confidence with interactive lessons

40 Hour Basic Package

Premium business transactions

$997

Designed for absolute beginners to gain core skills

Covers essential vocab, grammar, and phrases in 40 hours

Practical approach for real-life chats—travel, shopping, more

Boost your confidence with interactive lessons

80 Hour Intermediate Package

Elevate your Spanish to fluency.

$1697

Great for learners ready to level up from basics

Gain fluency with immersive practice and feedback

Dive into complex grammar, vocab, and convo in 80 hours

Practical skills for travel, business, and culture

80 Hour Intermediate Package

Premium business transactions

$1697

Great for learners ready to level up from basics

Dive into complex grammar, vocab, and convo in 80 hours

Practical skills for travel, business, and culture

Gain fluency with immersive practice and feedback

80 Hour Intermediate Package

Premium business transactions

$1697

Great for learners ready to level up from basics

Dive into complex grammar, vocab, and convo in 80 hours

Practical skills for travel, business, and culture

Gain fluency with immersive practice and feedback

2 Day Coaching Experience

Immerse yourself and leap forward in days.

$997

Intensive 16-hour immersion over two days

Learn weeks’ worth in days, with lunch included

Practice real-life Spanish—shopping, dining, exploring

Personalized coaching, activities, and cultural insights

2 Day Coaching Experience

Premium business transactions

$997

Intensive 16-hour immersion over two days

Practice real-life Spanish—shopping, dining, exploring

Personalized coaching, activities, and cultural insights

Learn weeks’ worth in days, with lunch included

2 Day Coaching Experience

Premium business transactions

$997

Intensive 16-hour immersion over two days

Practice real-life Spanish—shopping, dining, exploring

Personalized coaching, activities, and cultural insights

Learn weeks’ worth in days, with lunch included

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What is Carlos Spanish?

Who is Carlos?

Where are you located?

Do you offer in-person lessons?

What levels do you teach?

What teaching method do you use?

Do you provide lesson materials?

Can I take lessons if I don’t know any Spanish?

How much do your lessons cost?

What payment methods do you accept?

Do you offer free trial lessons?

What are your available hours?

Can I reschedule or cancel a lesson?

Do you teach Spanish for specific purposes (travel, business, DELE exams, etc.)?

What technology do I need for online lessons?

How do I get started?

Do you offer a money back guarantee?

What is Carlos Spanish?

Who is Carlos?

Where are you located?

Do you offer in-person lessons?

What levels do you teach?

What teaching method do you use?

Do you provide lesson materials?

Can I take lessons if I don’t know any Spanish?

How much do your lessons cost?

What payment methods do you accept?

Do you offer free trial lessons?

What are your available hours?

Can I reschedule or cancel a lesson?

Do you teach Spanish for specific purposes (travel, business, DELE exams, etc.)?

What technology do I need for online lessons?

How do I get started?

Do you offer a money back guarantee?

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