Intensive 20h Group Classes
Study Spanish for 20 hours a week, Monday to Friday from 9:30 to 13:30, in a group of 5 to 9 students. It is the fastest way to progress in a group in Buenos Aires. A new group starts every Monday or Tuesday, for every level.
- 20 hours a week
- Monday to Friday, 9:30 to 13:30
- Groups of 5 to 9
- Starts every Monday or Tuesday
- 20 hclass hours a week
- 5 to 9students in a group
- Mon or Tuea new start every week
- 4.9on Google, 1,617 reviews
- Freelevel test
Made for fast progress
Four hours of class a day is the quickest route in a group. You practise every day and your level moves week by week.
People who want fast results
Four hours of class every weekday take you through a level in about four to six weeks.
Complete beginners
Start from zero. Teachers use visuals, gestures and simple Spanish, so you follow from the first day.
Visitors and expats
Book one week or many. Groups run in units of one week, for a short trip or a long stay.
Study, work and life in Spanish
Reach the level to live, study or work in Spanish, with people at your stage.
Three group courses, one school
Same teachers, same school, same Monday or Tuesday start. Pick the course by the time you can give each week.
| Course | Class time a week | Timetable | Group size | One week | Four weeks | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-time 10h Group Classes | 10 hours | Monday to Friday, 9:30 to 11:30 or 12:00 to 13:30 | 5 to 9 | US$120 | US$480 | A lighter week: study and explore, or combine with work | Book now |
| Intensive 20h Group Classes (this page) | 20 hours | Monday to Friday, 9:30 to 13:30 | 5 to 9 | US$166.25 | US$620 | Most popular: the fastest progress in a group | Book now |
| Super Intensive 20h + 5 Private | 20 group hours + 5 private hours | Group 9:30 to 13:30; private hours agreed with your teacher | 5 to 9 in the group | US$218.50 | US$874 | Fastest progress with personal attention | Book now |
Prices in US dollars. Class time is the time in the classroom; the four-week price is the total for four weeks.
How long each level takes
Typical time at 20 hours a week, following the CEFR levels used by the Instituto Cervantes. Every student is different, and you only move up when you are ready.
| Level | Hours in class | Guided practice | About |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1 Beginner | 80 | 40 | 4 weeks |
| A2 Elementary | 80 | 40 | 4 weeks |
| B1 Intermediate | 120 | 60 | 6 weeks |
| B2 Upper intermediate | 120 | 60 | 6 weeks |
| C1 Advanced | 120 | 60 | 6 weeks |
| C2 Mastery | 120 | 80 | 6 weeks |
Every Friday a short test shows what you learned that week, so you and the school can see your progress.
What Intensive 20h Group Classes costs
One week costs US$166.25. Longer bookings cost less per week: four weeks cost US$620.
| Length | Total | Per week |
|---|---|---|
| 1 week | US$166.25 | US$166.25 |
| 2 weeks | US$332.50 | US$166.25 |
| 4 weeks | US$620 save US$45 | US$155 |
| 8 weeks | US$1,190 save US$140 | US$148.75 |
| 12 weeks | US$1,785 save US$210 | US$148.75 |
| 24 weeks | US$3,150 save US$840 | US$131.25 |
Prices in US dollars, per person. The price you see is the final price and includes all class materials, the cultural workshops, the use of the school and your class certificate. There is no registration fee.
Four hours, every weekday
Classes run Monday to Friday from 9:30 to 13:30.
- 9:30 to 13:30Four hours of class every weekday, in a group of 5 to 9 students.
- Speak, listen, read, writeConversation comes first, with the basics of grammar: games, audio and video of real situations in Buenos Aires.
- Culture after classWorkshops on yerba mate, Argentine gestures, lunfardo and getting around, and Argentine films on Thursday afternoons.
- Every FridayA short test shows what you learned this week, so you only move up when you are ready.
Spanish from the first minute
Conversation comes first, with the basics of grammar, so you can speak, listen, read and write in everyday situations.
Spanish from day one
Teachers use visuals, gestures and simple Spanish, so every level follows.
Placed at your level
Our academic director places you with a written test and an oral interview, so you do not repeat what you already know.
Small groups
Groups average 5 to 9 students from all over the world, so you speak a lot and your teacher knows you.
Materials made for Buenos Aires
Our academic director updates the materials with Argentine Spanish and current events.
- No registration fee
- All class materials, cultural workshops and a class certificate included
- In the middle of Recoleta, central Buenos Aires
- Rated 4.9 on Google from 1,617 reviews
From booking to your first class
- Choose your weekPick a Monday or Tuesday start and the number of weeks, then book online. Groups are booked in units of one week.
- Check your levelThe free level test is optional. On your first day our academic director places you with a short written test and a conversation.
- Come to classJoin us at Maipú 464, in Recoleta. All class materials are included: bring a pen and a notebook.
You can also write to us on WhatsApp (opens in a new tab) and we will help you choose.
Not sure where to start? Take the free level test
About 6 minutes, in Spanish. It helps your teacher prepare your first class. It never changes your price.
- A band, not a final level: your teacher confirms the rest
- No account and no payment to take it
- Beginners are welcome: you do not need any Spanish to start
The test is optional. On your first day our academic director also places you with a short written test and a conversation.
See the school and the classes
A short look at the school, the students and the way we teach.
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Rated 4.9 on Google
from 1,617 Google reviews of Vamos Academy Buenos Aires, counted on 28 August 2026
93% of those reviews are five stars (1,504 of 1,617).
The same school and the same teaching team have taught Spanish in Buenos Aires since 2009.
Intensive 20h Group Classes: questions
How much does the Intensive 20h course cost?
One week costs US$166.25 and four weeks cost US$620. Longer bookings cost less per week. The price includes all class materials, the cultural workshops, the use of the school and a class certificate.
How many hours is the course?
It is 20 hours a week: 4 hours a day, Monday to Friday, from 9:30 to 13:30.
How long does each level take?
At 20 hours a week, about four weeks for A1 and A2 and about six weeks for B1, B2, C1 and C2. Every student is different, and you move up only when you are ready.
Can I start as a complete beginner?
Yes. Beginners are welcome and follow the lessons thanks to visuals, gestures and simple Spanish. Many beginners start here for the strongest foundation.
What is the shortest booking?
One week. Group classes are booked in units of one week, so they suit a short trip and a stay of several months.
When do classes start?
A new group starts every Monday or Tuesday, for all levels. Beginners are welcome.
How is my level decided?
Before you join a group, our academic director places you with a short written test and an oral interview. The free online level test is optional: it helps us prepare your first class and never changes your price.
What do you do in class?
You work through conversation situations, play games that build reading and speaking, and practise with audio and video of real situations. The materials focus on Argentine Spanish.
Can I add private lessons?
Yes. You can add one-on-one hours to the group course, or choose Super Intensive 20h + 5 Private, which includes 5 private hours every week.
More in Buenos Aires
Start in Buenos Aires
Choose your weeks and book online, or ask us anything first. A new group starts every Monday or Tuesday.
Questions? Chat on WhatsApp (opens in a new tab) or visit us at Maipú 464, Recoleta, Buenos Aires.