'Utatlan' was named after the last capital city of the Maya-Quiche kingdom. The school was founded in 1990 and is located in the center of Quetzaltenango. Utatlan is a small school so we pride ourselves on offering a personal service to all our students, you are not just a number, but an individual with different requirements, needs and interests, and we want you to feel part of the family.
We are here to help you, not just with providing an excellent level of Spanish tuition and with activities during the week and weekends, but also to answer any questions about life in Guatemala and to advise you on your further travel plans. Utatlan is registered with the Ministry of Education and the Guatemalan Tourist Board (INGUAT).
What we offer:
- Central location, just off Central Park.
- Great value for money, we don’t believe in overcharging our students.
- One-on-one classes tailored to your specific needs as a Spanish learner.
- Classes from complete beginner level to advanced students looking to brush up their skills.
- A team of experienced and friendly teachers.
- Relaxed atmosphere, with space to hang out and watch tv or a movie.
- Bilingual staff to help you with whatever you need.
- Free use of internet at any time on our school computers and wifi if you have a laptop.
- Free daily and weekend activities such as visiting local towns, Latin American movies, salsa classes and cooking classes.
- Great home stay families who will help you practice your Spanish and teach you about Guatemalan life.
- The opportunity to teach English in our sister school if you are here for 2 or 3 months or more, either paid, or in exchange for Spanish lessons.
