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Things to do in San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas: The Best Lessons & Workshops
A stronghold of Mayan culture, San Cristóbal’s colonial stucco walls and Spanish tile roofs contrast with the surrounding villages, which remain home to an array of Mayan-descendant Indians. The city itself is a delight. Paired with the cultural diversity surrounding it, there’s nothing like it in Mexico.
Restaurants in San Cristobal de las Casas
1. Instituto Jovel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
SPANISH CLASSES: We offer private or small group spanish classes (maximum 5 students per group). Our spanish language classes are designed to develop linguistic competence at every level from beginning to advanced, integrating spanish language instruction with conversation and appreciation of the Mexican cultural context. We offer interesting, relevant and innovative classes; give professional guidance and share our understanding of Mexican culture. All of our teachers are native Mexican spanish speakers, specially-trained as second language teachers; they are also fluent in English, necessary sometimes to explain specific concepts or problematic structures. PROGRAM FEATURES: Private classes for individual attention 15 hours per week, flexible hours Native Spanish-speaking instructors Variety in instructional methods Specialized information and unique materials To register, please fill out our Online Registration Form. We will email you to let you know we have received your request
Reviewed By pamelajean01
I studied at Instituto Jovel twice before and learned so much that I MOVED to San Cristobal de Las Casas to study there every day. Six years in Mexico and five Spanish–language schools later, it is Instituto Jovel where I have some real hope of becoming fluent. All the reviews you are reading here are true. The Director of the Spanish Language School hires and supervises excellent teachers. He models kindness and patience, and everyone - the receptionist, the teachers, the accountant, and the genial gardener are friendly and welcoming. The classes are small or private and are held in airy classrooms open to an amazing and lush garden. Students come from around the world with all levels of Spanish, and all seem to agree that this school is amazing. Say hello when you come – I’ll still be here!
2. Enzue
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Loloviajesolo
Enzue Open Art Studio is an exquisite gallery and workshop! During my stay in San Cristóbal I had the opportunity to take their 3 day linocut for beginners class. Husband and wife, Fernando and Enzue have a beautiful way of seeing the world that is woven into the way they teach their classes. This class taught me to enjoy the process of creating, rather than creating to achieve a final outcome. In the three day workshop you get to work outside in a beautiful courtyard, listen to great music, sip excellent tea/coffee and learn the steps of linocut to create your very own piece of art. This experience has definitely been one of the highlights of my trip! Laurelle
3. El Tzitz Cooking School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Mexican Cooking: “El Tzitz” specializes in Mexican cooking classes with an emphasis on local produce, local varieties and specialties. The cooking classes take place in a beautiful home in the oldest part of San Cristobal de las Casas, close to down town, close to the main market but an oasis of beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces overlooking the town.
4. Kolaval
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Kolaval is a textile company whose objective is the preservation and diffusion of traditional embroidery techniques from Los Altos de Chiapas. Kolaval offers embroidered garments, as well as workshops for the public.
5. SanCris Spanish Language School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
The SanCris Spanish Language School is located in the heart of San Cristóbal de las Casas at Dr. José Felipe Flores #73 in a lovely neighborhood called Barrio de Guadalupe. San Cristóbal is the cultural capital of the state of Chiapas in southeastern Mexico. Our Spanish Language School is run by experienced local teachers. SanCris Language School is a friendly institute that serves as your home base during your stay in San Cristóbal de las Casas. We usually have students from all over the world, so you will have a chance to get to know your fellow students as well as teachers during class breaks and cultural activities. All of us at SanCris take a personal interest in each student and help you to adjust to life in San Cristóbal de las Casas. Depending on the level of language proficiency, appropriate grammar structures will be introduced and practiced in conversation and exercises.
Reviewed By CharlieOrlando - Orlando, United States
Took two weeks of classes at SanCris and was 100% satisfied. The facility, class rooms and location are all perfect. What I liked best was their rotating three teachers for my schedule. I did five hours a day, and if only had one teacher throughout, would have been hard for either of us to maintain our focus. All the teachers I had were skilled and professional. I’ve attended several similar schools in several different countries and SanCris was one of the better ones.
