Relaxed Spanish for real life, holidays and confidence


Friendly adult Spanish classes in Norwich, Beccles and online


If you want to feel more confident using Spanish on holiday and in real conversations, you’re in the right place. My classes are friendly, practical and full of Spanish you can actually use.

What are my Spanish classes actually like?

My classes are relaxed, practical and focused on Spanish you can use on holiday and in everyday conversations.
In-person classes take place in welcoming cafés, bars and social spaces around Norwich and Beccles.

We use games, conversation activities and plenty of speaking practice to help you use what you’re learning and build your confidence as you go.

Friendly classes with plenty of laughs
Useful Spanish for real life and holidays
Clear explanations and lots of support
collage of four photos from Sam’s adult Spanish classes in Beccles. The top images show learners working together at café tables using colourful worksheets, games and speaking activities. The bottom left image shows a smiling student proudly holding her Beginners Spanish certificate. The bottom right image shows a group of adult learners celebrating together and holding their certificates, with lots of happy faces and raised hands.
collage of four photos from Sam’s adult Spanish classes in Beccles. The top images show learners working together at café tables using colourful worksheets, games and speaking activities. The bottom left image shows a smiling student proudly holding her Beginners Spanish certificate. The bottom right image shows a group of adult learners celebrating together and holding their certificates, with lots of happy faces and raised hands.

Not sure which option would suit you?

Send me a quick message and tell me what Spanish you’ve done before, even if it’s only a bit of Duolingo or a few phrases picked up on holiday. I’ll help you work out where to start.

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What adult learners say:

Here’s what some of my learners have said about their classes.

Tracey L

Sam has made Monday evenings fun and it’s great to learn with others in a small group, with lots of more natural words and phrases that you don’t get in traditional books.
Can’t wait until the next course starts.

Becky

I've absolutely loved every single minute of my Spanish learning journey with you Sam.

You are so fun and kind, you make learning a new language a joy and not as intimidating as it may sound.

I look forward to my class every week and I'm getting more and more confident each week that passes.

Louise

I have really enjoyed Sam’s Spanish classes. They are interactive and we speak Spanish every week.

The handouts are brilliant. We have learned how to use more local language and this is very helpful. It is a low stress and fun way to learn.

David

I’ve just completed Sam’s Spanish beginner course and found it very informative and relaxed. The course was well presented and easy to follow.

I'm feeling more confident and able to listen to someone speaking Spanish a bit better. Thank you for a very good intro to speaking Spanish.

Lucy - Private Classes

I wanted to learn some Spanish in preparation for travelling to Costa Rica. Sam’s teaching and follow up helped with greetings, directions, food allergies.
I enjoyed her teaching style and very practical prompts and reminders.
Although it was zoom it felt relaxed and designed for me.

Heather

I'm really enjoying Spanish lessons with Sam. The small group setting is perfect, and she makes the classes fun and friendly.

Learning a new language can be daunting but Sam makes sure everyone feels comfortable and not pressured or embarrassed if we make mistakes.

C, Spanish Beginner Course

Sam is a fantastic teacher. I've studied a couple of languages and attended a number of courses but I've never played games or had so much fun. Sam makes the lessons engaging and the games make the words stick and I feel much more confident
Thank you Sam

Michelle

Each week I can feel my confidence grow and I definitely feel confident about attempting chatting to the locals when on holiday, even if it's ordering a glass of wine at the bar. 


Tracey L

Joined Sam’s beginners Spanish class in January and 12 weeks on I now know so much vocabulary that I would be confident to order food and drink, get an extra glass or replace a dirty fork after successfully navigating directions to a restaurant and stopping off at a cash point en route!

Rose S

Top notch teaching..
I think I'm going to 'get it '.
Sam is also very engaging. So glad I started this.

Georgina

I absolutely love this class, friendly calm atmosphere with friendly faces, broken down in easy fun ways, Sam is amazing!

Gary

I have grown in confidence when speaking Spanish, and it seems to be becoming more natural without having to think about things too much.

Having Sam to support me along the way has been a great motivator, for me to keep on learning.

Louise

My confidence has improved and a more local way of saying things is really helpful to know.

Thank you so much, I’m so happy I found your Spanish class, Sam.

See you next term. ¡Hasta pronto!

Heather


The lessons are interactive and engaging and Sam provides tons of helpful, easy-to-follow resources to take home.

The only downside is that the hour just goes too quickly!
Gracias, Sam😀

Spanish events and socials

From Spanish bingo and wine tasting to tapas nights and relaxed socials, my events are a chance to enjoy some Spanish, meet new people and do something a bit different.

Most events take place in Norwich and Beccles, with the occasional online event too.

I can also create private events for workplaces, teams and organisations looking for a fun experience with a Spanish twist.

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Your Spanish Teacher

Finalist for Adult Class Provider of the Year 2026

Hola, I’m Sam

I’m a qualified Spanish teacher and the person behind SJ Languages.

I grew up in Tenerife and went to Spanish school there, so Spanish has been part of my life for a long time.

Now I help adults learn the useful, everyday Spanish they want for holidays and real conversations.

I want you to enjoy learning Spanish, understand how it works and feel more confident using it.

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