If you want to speak spanish within a few months and you are motivated- Maria's language lesson is what you need :). I had an amazing experience with maria's spanish lessons and I'd like to share it here. I came to miami from switzerland and i couldnt speak any spanish. Due to the fact, that almost everyone is speaking spanish in miami, I wanted to learn spanish as quick and as efficient as possible within 5 months. I am overwhelmed with the spanish skills, that I have gained in only 4 months. Maria is a really professional and good teacher. She has her own technique to teach spanish. Not only can she explain in an understandable way, she also keeps you really motivated.  Additonally, It's a really nice and relaxed atmosphere at her house. In the end it also depends on you and your effort but I have to say: muchas gracias maria por la experiencia contigo. :-) read more

I learned Spanish in High School but have never practiced the skill. Once I decided it was time to learn it properly for my both business and personal goals, I had the huge fortune of finding Maria at Conexion Academy. The private lesson structure is very affordable and offers a very great learning environment. Maria has tailored the classes around my learning style so that they are always engaging and tremendous fun. We often end up having lengthy conversations in Spanish about a wide range of topics that I never imagined being able to discuss. I find that I am making great progress in my speech and comprehension of the language and am enjoying it all along the way. I highly recommend Maria and Conexions as the best avenue to learn to speak Spanish proficiently, whether through private lessons in Aventura, FL or online. She is the best!!!. read more

I highly recommend Maria Gaviria at Conexion Academy of Languages for anyone interested in looking to improve their Spanish or learn Spanish for the first time. I learned Spanish as a second language in Spain and speak fluently; however I was looking for a teacher that would help me improve my grammar and my accent. I was skeptical of taking classes since I was so advanced and I have a very particular learning style. I was looking for private lessons that did not cost a fortune and a teacher who would be flexible in working with me at a brisk pace. Maria is very professional and very detail oriented which is extremely important when you are perfecting a second language. I have noticed that in the time I have been taking classes with Maria that my Spanish is so much cleaner and I feel much more comfortable speaking in a professional setting. read more

I worked with Maria Gaviria for one month. I had had many classes and bits of tutoring spread out over many years with long bouts of nonpractice and nonstudy leaving me with great gaps in my vocabulary and grammar. We met twice a week to work on language, grammar, and conversation. Maria helped me gain confidence and gave me strategies for developing an ear outside of class. She encouraged my speaking and guided conversation and questions to force me to go beyond simple present tense. I was very pleased with my classes and really enjoyed our discussions. Maria is an excellent teacher: knowledgeable and personable. I highly recommend her for anyone wishing to learn Spanish -- beginner to advanced-- she is the tutor to have. read more

Affordable prices, wonderful lessons, brilliant tutor and the best coffee! I've learnt Spanish from María for 3months during my summerholiday. Although it was my first time to learn Spanish, I could learn alot and even be able to read a short story in Spanish.Besides her class I really enjoyed the coffee which she brews. You will no longer go to Starbucks for coffee after you taste her coffee. The coffee beans are María's special blend. She provides a Skype lesson too so hopefully I'll continue studying Spanish with her. お手頃プライス、充実した授業、高スキルな講師、美味しいコーヒー。 三ヶ月のマイアミ滞在中に初めてスペイン語を学びました。講師のマリアは本当に教えるのが上手で、思ってた以上にスペイン語を学びました。スカイプのレッスンもあるのでこれからも続けたいと考えてます。そして彼女の作るコーヒーは絶品です!! read more

I looked around for a Spanish tutor and what I found with Maria and Conexion Academy was much more. I found a teacher, a friend and a person that really cares about me as a person and not just my money. Being in Maria's class has improved my Spanish far more than I could have ever gotten in a class. I enjoy conversations with friends in Spanish as well as English. I recently visited Puerto Rico and was able to navigate through the city with ease...and that's truly thanks to Maria. I could go on and on about how wonderful her class is but the best way to know that is to sign up for the class. You will be better for it and it's well worth it. Will read more

Maria Gaviria of Conexion Academy has my highest recommendations. As a healthcare profession working here in Miami, I quickly realized that if I want to communicate to my patients, it is imperative to understand and speak Spanish. Taking Spanish classes at the universities was not an option due to my busy work schedule. At Conexion, the classes are flexible and well organized so I can work them into my schedule. I have received a lot of complements about my Spanish speaking abilities from my co-workers and my patients, thanks to Maria. If you value good results, a flexible schedule and reasonable rates, Maria is the one for you. M.B, Miami read more

Maria is an excellent teacher, who has been helping me make substantial progress with my Spanish for the past 6 months. Over the years I have studied 4 foreign languages with some well known language schools and can honestly say that Maria is the best instructor I had so far. As long as you actually put in the work it takes to learn a language and are committed to the process, Maria will get you there. She is a true professional, makes the lessons fun and is worth every penny of her more than reasonable fees. I can highly recommend this teacher, if you are serious about learning Spanish. read more

Maria is amazing!!! I decided this year I wanted to learn Spanish and possibly become fluent. I called Maria and she met me to discuss my goals. She designed a curriculum personally for me and my schedule. I couldn't be more satisfied with her! I've taken lessons now for 6 months, because she is that great! She has a wonderful personality and really makes learning fun. She has a gift for teaching. I'd highly recommend anyone wanting to learn Spanish to call her. I'm nearly fluent in Spanish now and it's been the best decision I've made! It completely opens up a whole new world to you. read more

Like most people I took Spanish in high school. Although I passed the class I could NOT speak Spanish. My time with Maria has been well worth the investment. My understanding of what is being said has greatly improved. I can now speak Spanish in whole sentences and others understand me. I continue to improve my vocabulary. Maria is patient and flexible with her schedule. I work full time and travel for work. She willing adjusts my classes to accommodate my schedule. She's committed to my success. You can't ask for more. I'm very satisfied!! read more

I have been studing with Maria for few months now and already able to talk quite well and understand almost everything is being said around me! I have a little baby so my time to practice at home is limited, but I do know that if I would put some more time myself after classes I would have been almost fluent by now! The classes are enjoyable, combining conversation and learning from the text book, Maria is pleasant and kind and the lesson is always going by so fast. Location and parking are convenient and valet is quick. read more

I was on holiday in Miami visiting my hispanic family that lives there. Unfortunately I do not speak Spanish as I live in the Netherlands and I never got taught how. I always wanted to be able to speak Spanish though. I followed 10 intensive classes spread over 5 days, 2 classes a day. In these 5 days I learned so much! It was really effective. I learned some basic grammar and I am able to form sentences now; when before these 5 days I did not speak any Spanish. She is a very good teacher, it was very helpful! read more

I have taken previous spanish classes through MDC for over a year and could not hold a simple conversion. When I found Conexion Languages and Maria after 6 months I had the confidence to speak and through time working one on one have been able to have conversations in spanish with ease and comfort. She gives you the tools necessary to believe within yourself to grow in the language. I never would have believed that I could be fluent in Spanish and now I am. I am amazed when I think about it. read more

Immediately starting with the first lesson, I loved studying Spanish with Maria. She is very professional and puts you very much at ease. She personalizes every lesson according to your needs. Maria is amazing, she is knowlegeable with any subject. I live in Florida part time and I really appreciate the fact that she makes the effort to coordinate her own schedule with mine. I hightly recommend Maria if you want to learn Spanish as a second language. Line from Quebec-Canada read more