Spanish in Four Weeks

A four-week intensive course where every lesson feels like it was designed for you. Because it was…

The Role-Play™ Method adapts the course
to match your personality. Learn faster and meet people you can practice with.

A four-week intensive course where every lesson
feels like it was designed for you. Because it was…

The Role-Play™ Method adapts the course
to match your personality. Learn faster and meet
people you can practice with.

€1,428 for 12 private lessons over 4 weeks. Limited spots ↲

↳ €1,428 for 12 private lessons over 4 weeks. Limited spots

What will I achieve?

By the end of the four weeks, you’ll be able to…

✔ Have conversations and make plans
✔ Build proper sentences & questions
✔ Think in Spanish (not translate from English)
✔ Keep on learning in your natural way

What students say about learning with us

These reviews come from students who took the Fast Track course, and were first posted on Google.

Anna M.

“I’d been trying to learn Spanish for about a year before starting lessons with Francisco. Although I thought I already knew quite a lot of vocabulary, I still struggled to actually put proper sentences together and speak confidently. Since starting lessons with him, I’ve improved massively in my confidence, listening skills and overall fluency. […] Francisco is incredibly attentive and picks up on even subtle mistakes immediately, turning them into teaching opportunities during the lesson. There’s definitely nowhere to hide from your mistakes, but in the best possible way. He also discourages defaulting back to English when it gets tough, which is key for me! […]”

Hilliard MacBeth

“I was using flashcards and popular apps to learn Spanish but making slow progress. a friend recommended Acacia and Francisco for weekly on line classes. the pace of progress accelerated through guided learning with Francisco and JP. I highly recommend them for anyone serious about learning a second or third language.”

Todd Sprinkle

“Francisco is an exceptionally patient and thoughtful Spanish tutor. He creates a comfortable space where I never feel embarrassed about mispronouncing a word or not knowing something. Each lesson builds on the last, and he introduces verb tenses in a logical progression focused on helping me communicate. […] After just three to four months, starting at A1, I’m already finding it easier to express my thoughts in Spanish. […]”

Maximilian Haller

“Francisco has been teaching me Spanish via video calls, and it’s been a top experience right from the start. I had pretty basic level, mostly just some bits i knew from travelling here and there, but nowhere near actual conversational level […] It’s very conversational, and a bit tied to your real life surroundings, so you learn the language in contexts that you would actually have use for in your life […] I’ve for sure gained a looot more confidence speaking and understanding that way.”

Elizabeth Whittaker

“I have enjoyed taking Spanish lessons with Acacia. Francisco is a very good teacher and explains the concepts in ways that I can truly understand, and makes sure I grasp the concept before moving on. He provides multiple techniques and tips and has the uncanny ability to relate lessons to each individual student. […]”

Kevin S. Sabugo

“I did a multi-week Spanish program with Francisco in a small group of 3, and it was exactly what I needed. […] We worked on grammar, verb tenses, conjugation, etc., but always through practical conversations and situations we could use in real life. […] More than anything, the course gave me back the confidence to speak Spanish even if I still make mistakes. A few weeks after, I went to Spain to visit my family. One of my cousins told me, “Your Spanish is great!” I think that says it all!”

How we check these reviews: each review was posted on Google by a student who took lessons with us.
We check every one against our student records and publish it only with the author’s written permission.
We don’t pay or reward anyone for reviews. This is a selection.
Read all our reviews on Google.

What's inside?

Interactive coursebook

A fully fillable digital coursebook. Every exercise, every note, every lesson, accessible on any device. Scroll through it or flip page by page, exactly like a real book.

Video lessons

Twelve 60-minute private lessons tailored to your needs, interests and challenges. All lessons are recorded and shared with you immediately for reviewing.

Flashcard app

1,000+ flashcards organised by module, with spaced repetition built in. Flip, listen, mark as correct or try again. Your progress is tracked automatically.

Role-specific guidance

Every lesson includes bespoke learning tips: Builders get structure, Detectives get patterns, Sailors get real-life application, Athletes get drills and challenges. You can explore how the others learn too.

Tests and scores

Each week ends with a live test with immediate scoring, recorded to your profile. You’ll always know exactly where you stand.

Your homework will also be discussed and tweaked to meet your needs.

Community

Each lesson ends with a call to action to use what you’ve just learned in our Discord community. Role-specific channels where you practise with real people, get feedback, and stay accountable.

Who's this course for?

✔ You’re willing to invest some time
✔ You’re starting from zero, or know the basics
✔ You’ve tried apps, books or classes before
✔ You know polyglots are often the best teachers

€1,428 for 12 private lessons over 4 weeks. Limited spots ↲

FAQ

What is the Role-Play™ Method?

Most language courses are built for an imaginary average learner. The Role-Play™ Method starts from a different premise: everyone learns differently, and the right method depends on who you are.

After working with over 1,000 language learners, we identified four learning archetypes: the Builder, the Detective, the Sailor, and the Athlete. Each one represents a different approach to acquiring new skills. The course adapts to yours, so every lesson feels like it was designed for you. Because it actually was!

Who are the teachers?

Francisco Marcos is an Argentinian polyglot based in Barcelona and London. He speaks nine languages and has spent over a decade helping adults do the same. He co-authored the book Role-Play: 16 Principles to Be Fluent in Any Language (2024), the methodology behind every course at Acacia Languages.

He has spent the last 10+ years teaching Spanish, English, French, Dutch and German to groups and private students.

Is there a free trial?

There’s no free trial for the Fast Track, because every lesson is a private lesson booked with Francisco. If you’d like to see how the Role-Play™ Method works first, take our free role quiz.

What are the payment options?

The Spanish Fast Track costs €1,428 (VAT included), paid once when you book. It includes:

✔ 12 private lessons
✔ Video recording of every lesson
✔ Personalised study materials
✔ 1,000+ flashcards
✔ Unlimited access to online materials
✔ Certificate of completion

Can I change my mind?

You can withdraw from your Fast Track within 14 days of booking, without giving a reason. At checkout you ask us to start your lessons within those 14 days. If you then withdraw, you pay only for the lessons already given and we refund the rest. Once all lessons have been given at your request, the right of withdrawal ends. To withdraw, use the Withdraw from contract here link at the bottom of every page. Full details are in section 6 of our Terms.

First-lesson guarantee: if, after your first lesson, the Fast Track isn’t right for you, tell us within 48 hours and we’ll refund the 11 lessons not yet given (€1,309). Details are in section 5 of our Terms.

What's the course's level?

The Fast Track is for beginners: you don’t need any prior knowledge of Spanish. Because every lesson is a private lesson tailored to your needs, it also works well if you already have some Spanish and want to solidify your foundations.

If you’re unsure whether it’s right for you, take our free role quiz and drop us a message. We’ll point you in the right direction.

How long does it take to complete the course?

The Fast Track runs over 4 weeks: 12 private lessons, about three a week. Between lessons you review the recording of each lesson, your personalised study materials and the flashcards, at your own pace.

Will this work if I've failed at language learning before?

Almost certainly it will, and here’s why… Most people who “fail” at language learning weren’t bad at it. They were using the wrong method for the way they naturally learn. Our method is specifically designed to fix that. Take the quiz, find your role, and start again. This time on your own terms.

For those who want more

12 sessions. 4 weeks. Just me and you.

Some learners want to move faster, go deeper, and have someone experienced making sure nothing slips through the cracks.

Over 4 weeks, we work through the course together in 12 live private sessions (3 per week, one hour each).

Every session is built around your learning role and your specific needs. Where you’re getting things right, we accelerate. Where something isn’t clicking, we fix it before it becomes a habit.

By the end of the four weeks, you won’t just have covered the material. You’ll understand how you learn and you’ll have the tools, the system, and the confidence to take it further on your own.

What’s included: ✔ 12 private live sessions with Francisco (3/week over 4 weeks) ✔ Full access to the self-study course and all its materials ✔ Role-specific curriculum adapted to you from session one ✔ Direct feedback on your pronunciation, grammar, and fluency ✔ A personalised learning plan to continue after the course ends ✔ Access to the Role-Play™ community

*Spots are limited. I work with a small number of Fast Track students at a time.

"Since starting this course I've improved massively in my confidence, listening skills and overall fluency. I still have a long way to go but for the first time I genuinely feel like becoming fluent is a realistic prospect. I'm now living in Spain as well, which helps with immersion and the lessons have given me the confidence to actually use the language day to day."

"His perspective of learning a new language as a foreigner is one that I appreciate greatly.

I am now able to initiate and speak (besides introduction) in Dutch when I meet new people/locals here. I highly recommend Fran as a language tutor!"

"He is the only teacher who made me stick to this language! He knows a lot, is very friendly and has a lot of patience.

He has a unique way of teaching that is fun and never boring. He is flexible and able to adapt methodology to make concepts stick in your brain. Thank you Francisco for being the best German teacher!"

"Francisco transformed my language skills. When I started, I couldn’t speak a word of Dutch, but thanks to his excellent methodology and pragmatic approach, I am now able to communicate."

"The lessons did not feel like classroom lessons, but rather conversations between friends. I cannot recommend him enough!"

"I had been searching for the right language school for advanced French, beginner Dutch, as well as Spanish. I had tried several schools (in Paris) and couldn't find one that was personalised to what I needed which is a mix of learning to converse more fluidly as well as fine-tune grammar. Francisco's method is extremely efficient in picking up languages quickly. Francisco and his team are extremely great and engaging teachers and just wonderful to learn from!"

"I have had a number of language teachers and Francisco is definitely a standout. He is able to balance professionalism with good humour, and I found his communication and teaching style excellent. I studied German with him and would not hesitate to recommend him."

"I started taking lessons with Francisco because I wanted to get back into learning German after many years off. Francisco is a fantastic tutor who makes lessons engaging, supportive, and easy to follow. I've enjoyed learning from Francisco and would highly recommend Acacia to anyone looking to learn a language."

"His way to structure the course is very professional and it always includes the development of teaching and active strategies to support the students. I did two language courses in which he was involved and he was always there, assisting and supervising that all ran well."

"Francisco is a great teacher! He focused on practical Dutch for everyday life, which made the lessons very useful and easy to apply outside the classroom. Lessons were always engaging. Highly recommended!"

"With help from them I went from A2 in German to C1 !! Both were great teachers, helping you to learn the language through things you like, and doing exercises that you can really apply in real conversations."

"I needed to improve my German (which was already at an advanced level) to feel more confident working in German. He helped me a lot with grammar through exercises, examples, and rules tailored specifically to me. I found the process really entertaining and developed a great connection with him. I highly recommend him :)"

"I am the happy recipient of language instruction by Francisco in Spanish and Dutch. His course covers all the linguistic nuances. Learning a language can be tedious, but Francisco brings great energy and a sense of humour and I have been enjoying each classes tremendously. I give him my highest recommendation."

"Francisco is a great teacher, very easy and structured. Exactly what you want when you wish to learn a new language. Highly recommend !"

"I’ve had a very positive experience learning German here. I am currently taking classes with Francisco and Brigitte, and both are excellent teachers who are clearly passionate about what they do.

The lessons are well-structured, engaging, and even filled with humour at the right moments, which makes learning much more enjoyable :)"

"Great experience, I can only recommend it! German is hard but finding and engaging fun and friendly teacher made the time the lesson time fly. I'm learning German with them online since one year and it has helped me enormously. I was already relatively advanced (B2) but I am now more confident and we worked a lot on the basic (and difficult) grammar."

"I had classes with Francisco to learn Dutch and he was a very good teacher. He was great at using more fun study methods like recommending an easy book to read between classes."

"The lessons are super relaxed but still really focused and effective. It’s very conversational, and a bit tied to your real life surroundings, which makes it a lot easier to kind of develop the right "muscles" in your Spanish-thinking brain in a way. I enjoyed that. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to improve or learn a language in a natural, easygoing way!!"

"Fran is a very fun teacher to learn from, i was not ready when he instantly started talking to me in Dutch 😂 It was a pleasure to meet him, 10/10 would recommend."

"I was using flashcards and popular apps to learn Spanish but making slow progress. A friend recommended Acacia and Francisco for weekly on line classes. The pace of progress accelerated through guided learning with Francisco and JP.

I highly recommend them for anyone serious about learning a second or third language."

"I had a wonderful experience for over two years. The teachers are excellent, and the teaching methodology is very effective. I highly recommend this school to anyone who wants to learn English in a supportive and professional environment.

They make learning engaging and productive."

"My confidence in using Italian has improved with every lesson. If you are interested in learning a language I would recommend Acacia Languages. The tutors are great and the methodology really works."

"I learned Dutch with Francisco. He was a very good and fun teacher. He makes learning engaging and productive. Works with you in a fun and easy way to actually learn!"

"Francisco combines focus and hard work with a light and approachable personality, creating an environment that is both encouraging and effective. He has a unique ability to break down complex concepts into simple, digestible steps, always pushing you to achieve more. His dedication and commitment to his students’ progress are truly inspiring.

Price for value was extremely good, I can only recommend!"