Bienvenidos, 

In this course you will learn basic Spanish. You will also learn everyday phrases, commonly used words, colloquial words used by Spanish speakers, the history and customs of different countries, as well as “Castilian-Castellano” the language brought to this beautiful town by Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles and his crew. You will be surprised of how much Spanish you already know. Don’t forget your notebook (cuaderno) and pen/pencil (bolígrafo /lápiz). 

María Teresa Martínez is a native Spanish speaker, born in Havana, Cuba. Her family ancestry is from Spain. She came to the United States in 1968 and learned English as a high school student in Dover, Delaware. She has taught from early childhood to college level Spanish.  She also served as a medical and judicial interpreter for many years as the owner of a  translation and interpretation business. Since retiring to San Augustine she has enjoyed teaching Spanish classes at the River House/COA. Her courses provide an interesting mix of learning the Spanish language while enjoying tidbits about the colonial history of our city Saint Augustine and Spain. 

Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 from 11 to 12:30 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

This is an introductory course that requires no previous knowledge of Signing. You will learn how to connect with a person that is Deaf. You will engage in fun activities while learning the alphabet along with basic vocabulary. The goal here is to have a rudimentary knowledge of the language to allow you to lovingly connect with a Deaf person who you may encounter in your everyday life.

Regina has been an instructor of Sign for high school and college level for over ten years as well as COA classes. 

Class sessions are Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25 from 1 to 2 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine)

For ages 18 and up.