Our first Cultura Viva Spanish course of 2026 invites you into the world of Andean myths, legends, and oral traditions, exploring the narratives that have shaped cultural identities in Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Through creation stories, ancestral deities, sacred landscapes, and local legends, we will examine how Andean cultures understand nature, spirituality, and community, and how these worldviews continue to resonate in contemporary life.

The course draws on Inca mythology, legends surrounding Lake Titicaca, Ecuadorian stories connected to volcanoes and historic cities, and regional traditions from Azuay, Cañar, and Morona Santiago. Participants will identify shared symbols and regional variations, reflect on their cultural significance, and create an original myth or legend as part of the learning experience.

The program concludes with a special session led by guest speaker and local historian Berenice Cárdenas, exploring the influence of Andean myths in contemporary culture.

Jan. 20 – Feb. 12, 2026

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 – 4 PM

$115 (all materials and guest speaker included)

To register, email us at: LearnSpanish@idiomartcuenca.com

Level: Intermediate +

Cultura Viva is an immersive experience that combines cultural exploration, critical reflection and Spanish language practice in a supportive and participatory environment. Classes are taught by Alejandra Herrera, a certified Spanish as a Foreign Language teacher from Ecuador with extensive international teaching experience. Class sizes are kept small to support meaningful participation.

Only at idiomARTE: Master the language; Live the culture

Mariscal Lamar 14-25 y Estevez de Toral

idiomARTE, LearnSpanish@idiomartcuenca.com

City: Cuenca 

Happy New Year from Vamos Spanish School! We wish you a 2026 full of connection, learning, and new experiences here in Cuenca.

If Spanish is part of your daily life in Ecuador, there’s no better moment to finally make it your own. Starting the year learning Spanish with us means building real confidence for everyday situations, meaningful conversations, and cultural experiences that go far beyond the classroom. At Vamos, communication comes first—through practical language, small groups, and hands-on cultural activities that help you feel truly at home in Cuenca.

We’re now enrolling for Spanish courses starting January 12th and January 13th, available for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.

Our small group classes (maximum 5 students) follow a relaxed but steady pace, with sessions held twice a week, two hours each, over five weeks (20 total hours). An initial level assessment ensures you’re placed in the right group. Courses are specially designed for students over 50 (but not exclusively), with a strong focus on listening and speaking skills.

Course Fee: $150 — includes a workbook and access to three cultural activities every other Friday (Ecuadorian cooking, fruit tasting, guided walks, dance, film screenings).

Class Schedule:

Beginners 1: Tue and Thu 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Beginners 2: Mon and Wed 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Upper Beginners: Tue and Thur 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Intermediate 1: Mon and Wed 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Intermediate 2: Tue and Thur 2 – 4 AM

Intermediate 3: Mon and Wed 2 – 4 PM

Upper-Intermediate: Tue and Thur 2 to 4 PM

Advanced: Mon and Wed, 1:30-3:30 PM

Our approach: 

Communicative, real-life contexts with games, interaction, and cultural relevance.

Fully qualified, experienced teachers who understand both the rational and emotional sides of language learning.

Website: https://www.vamospanishschool.com/

Vamos School, 098 299 9083 vamoscuencaschool@gmail.com

Address: Calle Larga 11-43 (across from Mercado 10 de Agosto), Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador 

Whether you’re new to Spanish or simply tired of feeling lost in everyday situations, this beginner course offers a practical starting point. You’ll begin to move through daily interactions with greater confidence and ease.

The course centers on language you can actually use — words, structures and expressions that support real communication. Learning happens through guided practice, conversation, and shared activities, in a supportive environment that values confidence and steady progress.

Class Details:

Jan. 20 – Feb. 12, 2026

Tuesdays and Thursdays

11:30 am – 1 PM

Cost: $100 (all materials included)

Classes are taught by Alejandra Herrera, a certified Spanish as a Foreign Language teacher from Ecuador with extensive international teaching experience. Class sizes are kept small to support meaningful participation.

To register and for more information, email us today.

Only at idiomARTE: Master the Language; Live the Culture

Mariscal Lamar 14-25 y Estévez de Toral

Cuenca, EC

idiomARTE, LearnSpanish@idiomartcuenca.com

City: Cuenca