CASA DE ESPAÑA
Casa de España is the premier destination for Spanish classes for adults in New Orleans. For individuals, we offer small classes which focus on oral communication. For businesses, we offer customized basic language classes focusing on industry-specific vocabulary. In addition to our language classes we seek to promote and share Hispanic culture through our monthly Spanish movie nights, wine tastings, cooking classes, and translation and interpretation services.
REVIEWS
The teachers at Casa de España are very good– On a recent trip to España, I found I could speak and understand most of the things that needed to be done; e.g. renting a car, checking in to hotels, ordering food in restaurants, or getting directions.
I have taken Casa de España’s intermediate level classes and participated in one of their wine tastings. I learned a lot from both and the staff is very helpful and accommodating.
I truly enjoy the smaller classes, and that they offer classes on different nights. It helps that they have a couple different locations as I am in different areas depending on work.
Beginning classes at Casa de España are perfect for the student starting at ground zero. It was a very good decision for me. It’s an enjoyable way to learn.
THE TEAM
Victoria Mondéjar-Marchante
Academic Director
Victoria was born in Madrid, Spain. After earning a science graduate degree, she received her TEFL certification and taught Spanish in London. She is passionate about Spanish culture, nature and animals. Her teaching is creative and fun, making learning Spanish memorable.
Emley Kerry
Teacher
Emley’s background is in Cultural Anthropology, specifically the Anthropology of Tourism, and she spent many years studying backpacking culture in Colombia, as well as traveling and living in a variety of countries. In addition to being a Spanish teacher at Casa de España, Emley teaches Spanish at Tulane and is a fitness instructor of Crossfit, Yoga, and TRX.
Lourdes Lugo
Teacher
Lourdes teaches Spanish 301..
Lourdes Rincón
Teacher
Lourdes teaches Spanish 100 and Spanish 201.
Luis Rodrigálvarez
Linguistic Partner
Luis was born in Madrid and moved to the US with his New Orleanian wife in 2005. For many years he worked as an Industrial Designer with several patented designs to his credit. Luis currently does translations and shares his knowledge about Spanish gastronomy and wine for Casa de España. When not with his family, he can be seen riding around the city on his beloved Vespa.
Cristian Boise
Managing Partner
Cristian fell in love with the Spanish language while spending summers in Mexico and Spain as a kid. After studying International Relations in the US and Madrid, he worked in sales and as a corporate trainer. The son of educators, his passion for learning was re-kindled after winning an online contest with Casa de España. Of an evening you might catch him in City Park patiently training his bilingual dogs.
UPTOWN LOCATION
8200 Hampson St.
New Orleans, LA 70118
MARIGNY LOCATION
2372 SAINT CLAUDE AVE.
New Orleans, LA 70117