The Intelligently Designed Curriculum: Expert-Led, Programmed for Fluency.
- Organized for Maximum Effectiveness: Each level follows a well-constructed sequence, providing clear daily learning objectives and a smooth path to mastery.
- Precise, Motivational Workbooks: Our unique workbooks and exercises provide precise, concrete tasks that allow students to practice new skills. This content is designed to motivate students to continue their learning journey long after they leave Orbita.
- Active Learning Beyond the Classroom: In addition to dedicated classroom time, active learning is a core component. We apply language theory with fun and instructive visits to various locations, such as the open-air market, for real-world practice.
Authentic Immersion: Live Spanish, Forge Real Connections with Host Families.
- Fluency Accelerated: Achieve total fluency faster. Living with a host family pushes you to communicate your feelings and needs in Spanish daily, ensuring constant, real-world practice.
- Authentic Cultural Exchange: This is your genuine Guatemalan home. Live Spanish by connecting directly with Mayan culture and local insights you won’t find in any textbook.
- Ethical Choice & Stability: Your immersion supports ethical tourism. We guarantee fair compensation for all host families, directly contributing to their economic security and dignity while you learn.
The Orbita Difference: Our Unwavering Commitment to Quality and Ethics.
Built on 24 Years of Excellence: Our program is the result of continuous refinement based on student input and monitored progress. We are proud to be on our 5th Edition (2025), a completely updated, original program designed not just for learning, but for mastery.
- One-on-One classes ensure your time is maximized and customized to your level and learning speed. Classes comprehensively cover all skills: grammar, pronunciation, conversation, and writing.
- Enjoy Spanish classes in scenic lakeside classrooms with certified, experienced, and knowledgeable teachers dedicated to providing the highest standards of instruction.
- Our structured and affordable programs are strategically designed for you to achieve fluency in an easy, quick, practical, and dynamic way, ensuring efficient progress from day one.
- Home stays with local families, volunteer opportunities, and afternoon activities provide an immediate, immersive experience, applying language theory to real-world communication.
Course Information
Learn the Spanish Language on the Shores of Lake Atitlan. Atitlan is truly amongst the most beautiful and impressive lakes in the world. San Pedro La Laguna, a small town on its shores in the Guatemalan Highlands, is a popular destination for many travelers in Central America. This is an experience that cannot be replaced by any other. At Orbita, our program provides a
Our Host Families
Living with a host family helps improve your Spanish because you are forced to communicate your feelings and your needs in Spanish. It means that you have to apply what are you learning in your Spanish classes. We have different types of Mayan Host Families. Some of them have between 1 and 3 children, and most of the families live with grandparents.
Our Teachers
Our school contributes continuously to improving the performance of our instructors. Our teachers are routinely evaluated and trained in both grammar and English and various topics of universal interest. All of our teachers have a broad knowledge of grammar and life in general, and most still continue to study at university level. Our students are trained to think in Spanish, and teachers use English
Our Project
We at Orbita recognize in order to have a more balanced world it is important to invest in education. Unfortunately, many children in our community do not have the opportunity to study due to the lack of financial resources. For that reason, Orbita Spanish School has created a scholarship and tutoring program so these children do not fall behind and can excel in their studies. Our Scholarship Program supports students with $19 a month to pay for their school fees.
A Word
A Personal Note From Our Founder
“Every student at Orbita is unique. We take pride in customizing our curriculum to serve your personal needs, ensuring the ideal application of your Spanish in real-world situations. We cherish the community feeling—when our students study, live, enjoy the Lake, and participate in activities together as a family. We invite you to experience this connection firsthand.”
– Rene Lopez
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What Our Students Say
Here are some testimonials from recent students about our school!
