Casa del sol

Experiencia fantástica: Excellent class. Jocelyn is amazing and it’s such a nice experience to navigate with the same group. She has been VERY flexible with my current scheduling situation and she’s just phenomenal. HIGHLY recommended!

Experiencia fantástica: Jocelyn makes learning fun and approachable. She creates an atmosphere where it feels safe to be vulnerable and ask questions without judgment. I began with almost no Spanish, and in just a few months I can now have simple conversations.

Experiencia fantástica: I highly recommend Casa Del Sol! I started with the Novice Beginner class, which met for 12 weeks. Each week, class size ranged from about 6 to 16 students, with ages spanning from people in their 20s to those in their 60s and up. I learned more in those 12 weeks than I did during months of trying to learn on my own. I especially enjoyed practicing speaking Spanish with others at the same level. The teacher, Jocelyn, does an excellent job of meeting students where they are and making everyone feel comfortable and supported.

Experiencia fantástica: Best way to learn Spanish

Experiencia fantástica: Jocelyn’s format is great for learning Spanish. She uses a combination of handouts, in class instruction with lots of practice speaking and listening via conversation. Most importantly, she’s VERY motivating, encouraging and makes learning a new language FUN. I started in the New Novice Beginner Class- and now moving on to High Novice Beginner session. So glad I found Casa del Sol !!!

Experiencia fantástica: I first decided to take classes at Casa del Sol to refresh what little I remembered from high school Spanish. Refreshment is now well under way. But along with that, I’ve gained a respect for Latin American culture from people who travel there and—in Jocelyn’s case—have LIVED AND TAUGHT there. In-class conversation makes me feel more comfortable with the language while simultaneously helping me to meet new friends. That last bit is something I was NOT expecting and it’s a reason why it’s normal to feel sad when class time is over and we have to wait another week to come back to Casa del Sol. ¡Vamos a la Casa del Sol!

Experiencia fantástica: These classes have been incredibly helpful in my learning of Spanish. Jocelyn is a wonderful, patient and very knowledgeable teacher who encourages great conversation and engaging classes. I would highly recommend them to anyone wanting to go beyond online learning and a community to learn the language with. It’s hard to immerse yourself into the Spanish language in Minnesota, so this is the next best thing!

Experiencia fantástica: What an incredible class to have found! Whatever your reason for learning Spanish, Jocelyn works with you in finding placement for your current skill level, and each class is filled with other individuals looking to grow and learn. It's been a game-changer in becoming more comfortable in speaking with others, which is my overall goal, and she offers so much help in pronunciation and active learning. Plus, it has been so fun to learn new vocabulary through learning what is important to others. I can't recommend it enough!

Experiencia fantástica: On Casa del Sol's first trip to Mexico City on a quiet rainy morning I was thinking about how special this Spanish class is, why I am constantly recommending it and why I stay. It is not just to learn Spanish; there's a million apps for that these days...although, I do believe that taking class with Jocelyn is probably the best place to learn. The main reason I choose to learn at Casa del Sol is because of the community. A community in which we can be vulnerable and open, explore our deeper thoughts and ideas and connect with one another in Spanish and English. These are not classes where we just pretend we are ordering food or learning to name objects but where we are learning to put a second language to what is in our hearts and that is what is truly pushing me to keep growing in my Spanish journey. I am beyond grateful to have found Casa del Sol and to have met Jocelyn. I am beyond grateful to be a part of such a diverse community of learners and I am certain that what we are doing together each week is so much bigger than learning a second language. I am grateful that Jocelyn continues to follow her dreams creating space for this amazing community. So, just know, when you arrive at our table for your first class, we will embrace you as family. You will gain a community of truly amazing people while also having a blast learning Spanish! I'm looking forward to seeing you there!

Experiencia fantástica: Joined the class to learn Spanish and ended up joining a community of adult learners eager to learn Spanish and have fun in the process. Highly recommend these classes

Experiencia fantástica: Me gusto mucho Casa Del Sol! Jocelyn is a wonderful teacher who also fosters a fun and collaborative community. ¡Estoy agradecida!

Experiencia fantástica: I have a wonderful experience with this class. Jocelyn is a great teacher and creates a very friendly and encouraging environment to learn Spanish.

Experiencia fantástica: I’m so lucky in be a part of Casa de Sol. Jocelyn has fostered such a beautiful, respectful community of learners. Her teaching style allowed me to both grow in Spanish and in myself

Experiencia fantástica: I as referred to Jocelyn's class by a friend. I'm so glad I was. Learning Spanish has always been on my "bucket list" of things I wanted to do.....but never got around to doing it. She focuses on conversational Spanish right from the beginning and there is no judgement from anyone if you pronounce something wrong or can't think of a word. I'm looking forward to continued improvement in my Spanish.....and a trip to Guatemala next year to practice my skills. You will have fun in this class and make new amigos as well.

Experiencia fantástica: Casa del Sol has been critical for me to find my voice in Spanish! I absolutely love coming to class every week, meeting amazing people, and becoming fluent in Spanish!

Experiencia fantástica: It's hard for me to express how big of an impact Jocelyn and la Casa del Sol has had on my life. It goes way beyond simply learning Spanish, although I have definitely learned a ton in that regard. Jocelyn combines modern language teaching techniques with deep Latin American cultural knowledge to create a highly accessible and culturally-focused learning environment. La Casa del Sol is one of the only places in the Twin Cities that offers group, in-person Spanish language classes for adults. This is important for me because I feel better prepared to engage with native speakers, which will almost exclusively be in-person interactions for me, and it fosters a sense of community within the group. Through la Casa del Sol, I have reclaimed lost Spanish language skills from high school and learned much more about the language and Latin American culture. Beyond the cultural and language education, my participation in la Casa del Sol has also helped me be a better person in general. After about a year and half of working with Jocelyn, I have found that I am much better at small talk, and far more comfortable and interested in getting to know strangers. Previously, I dreaded these types of interactions. Further, this class has helped tremendously with my mental health struggles. It has helped me build confidence and maintain a positive self image. It has provided a safe space to push the boundaries with my anxiety. I don't even need to take meds before class anymore. Lastly, la Casa del Sol has helped me forge relationships with people that have extended beyond the classroom. Some of my classmates attended my thesis defense and I've stayed in touch with folks that have stopped taking classes. Overall, I would strongly recommend la Casa del Sol to anyone that is considering taking Spanish lessons or just looking for a community to be apart of.

Experiencia fantástica: This class is the highlight of my week. Jocelyn is a fantastic teacher, is personable, and makes people feel comfortable with whatever level of Spanish they are bringing that day. The class itself is an extension of Jocelyn’s warmth and kindness - I *adore* the people in my class. It really feels like a community that values/lifts each other up.

Experiencia fantástica: Joining CDS is one of the best decisions I have made in the last few years. You will not regret taking classes with Jocelyn. She makes learning Spanish fun and incredibly digestible for all levels.

Experiencia fantástica: The best Spanish teacher and class EVER! Highly recommend giving Casa del sol a try, you will not regret it. I have had the best time taking the beginner course with Jocelyn. I look forward to our weekly class, and I have become friends with all my fellow classmates. I have learned wayyyy more already in the last 12 weeks than I did taking Spanish 4 years in high school. I can’t wait to continue with Casa Del sol!

Experiencia fantástica: After a couple of spring break trips to Mexico, I decided I wanted to step out of my comfort zone and take a Spanish class. After researching different options I chose Casa del Sol and could not be happier! Jocelyn is an amazing person and teacher, she welcomes people into her home and has a way of making us feel like we’ve been friends forever. If you’re looking for a fun, laid back environment to learn Spanish with zero judgment, Casa del Sol is your place; you won’t regret it!

Experiencia fantástica: Jocelyn is amazing human and her teaching style is fun and interactive. I’ve learned a lot in the past six months. Plus, all the students are a lot of fun to be around.

Experiencia fantástica: Jocelyn is the BEST teacher you will find in the Twin Cities and possibly the entire world when it comes to teaching conversational Spanish. It’s been a joy to take classes from her. I’ve learned so much and she’s built a really amazing community that I am so grateful to be a part of!

Experiencia fantástica: Im so glad I found Casa Del Sol! I was specifically looking for in person classes that would provide me with structure, encouragement and consistent progress! IF I could give 10 stars I would! Jocelyn is and EXCELLENT teacher and I’ve found a community that I’ve been able to connect with and I’ve made some new friends! It’s the whole reason to learn a new language-right ! TO connect with people! Thank you @ Jocelyn!

Experiencia fantástica: Love our teacher who guides her students at each and all leanrning levels. Class is fun and people are great. Makes learning EZ! Gracias!

Experiencia fantástica: Jocelyn is the best! As a late 50’s gentleman, learning a new language is really hard! Jocelyn makes it fun, engaging & not at all intimidating. She has an amazing ability to bring complete strangers together & makes us really comfortable with each other. I actually look forward to class every week. She teaches out of her home near North Memorial hospital in a nice neighborhood with easy parking. When it’s nice outside, we actually have our class in her backyard. I highly recommend this “escuela” to anyone looking to learn Spanish!

Experiencia fantástica: Ms Lovick is a great teacher I highly recommend! She has a very positive energy and cares for each and every student. If you want to learn Spanish without fear of judgment, but also feel a constant push forward, this is a perfect place to take classes!!

Experiencia fantástica: Can not say enough positive things about our experience with Casa Del Sol and Jocelyn! My husband and I signed up to take the Novice Beginner course after returning from our honeymoon in Mexico. We thought it would be a great chance to learn for future visits and help us at our respective jobs. I looked around for a place to learn and really liked what I saw of Casa Del Sol and Jocelyn from the website. I liked that once we completed one course it would be easy to keep going in one place and with one teacher. I emailed with Jocelyn and she was extremely responsive in getting us set up for the class. Jocelyn does a fantastic job of making learning a new language accessible. She is so friendly and positive it has made an intimidating process feel like fun. As someone who was nervous to be in a classroom setting and having to speak out loud Jocelyn has made me feel comfortable along with our encouraging classmates. Between the class and the extremely helpful handouts and "homework" it has been amazing to see the growth in myself, my husband and our class. Jocelyn does a great job of mixing things up to keep your brain working and also teaching the core language of Spanish to make it make sense to a native English speaker. The classroom setting has also bonded our group. Between working out problems with each other, learning how to ask questions to each other in Spanish, and encouraging each other we have a great group of Spanish learning cohorts. Jocelyn does a great job of keeping us on track and making sure we are learning at a good pace, but also being go with the flow. She has the patience to answer every question we have and steer us back on track. I highly recommend Casa Del Sol and Jocelyn if you want to learn Spanish in an encouraging and fun manner. We are almost done with our Novice Beginner course and will be continuing on to the next course!

Experiencia fantástica: Learning Spanish with Jocelyn has been a fantastic experience, and I do not say that lightly. I have tried to learn half a dozen new languages as an adult, and I have had mixed success and experiences. Jocelyn's classes have been definitely among the most positive as far as experiences go. For me, having the ability to learn in-person has always been more effective, and Casa Del Sol is one of the rare places in the Twin Cities offering that experience. The pace of the class is extremely accessible, and it is well structured in terms of formal content vs. conversation. Jocelyn also provides extremely useful handouts and exercises. The homework volume is reasonable while being effective. The class I have been is also very inclusive in terms of bringing along the group together and helping each other grow. It is fun to learn about the life experiences of other students and what brings them to this class. I very strongly recommend Casa Del Sol and Jocelyn if you are looking to learn to speak Spanish is a friendly, accessible, and inclusive environment.

Experiencia fantástica: I started at Casa del sol with zero experience in language. Within the first few lessons. I was able to do some communication , writing, and comprehension. Jocelyn gets you speaking quickly in a fun stimulating environment that expands your ability to learn language.

Experiencia fantástica: I take Spanish classes and my Spanish has improved quickly. Jocelyn does a wonderful job catering to all levels and abilities - even within the same class. Not only have my Spanish skills benefited but I also get to be a part of a community Jocelyn has nurtured.

Experiencia fantástica: Jocelyn has done an incredible job at leading Spanish classes and creating an incredible community of people who are interested in learning a new language. I feel like I’ve learned so much in such a short period of time thanks to her expertise and teaching ability. If you’re looking to learn Spanish + have fun doing it, look no further!

Experiencia fantástica: One of the best educational experiences I’ve had. Upbeat, non-judgmental, interactive, and really fun. Jocelyn is sunshine, and loves teaching.

Experiencia fantástica: Joycelyn is amazing teacher! She does her best with different people learning styles. It was blast to learn from her.

Experiencia fantástica: I am SOOO happy I chose Jocelyn's Spanish classes versus anyone or any other location. Jocelyn is so patient and understanding that everyone is in a different place in their life and learn at different rates, paces or ways. I am so proud to not only call her mi maestra but also and more importantly, my amiga. Highly recommend her classes!!!

Experiencia fantástica: Jocelyn is an amazing instructor! Every class is fun and engaging. She makes language learning fun and social.

Experiencia fantástica: Amazing! Not only is Jocelyn personable but she allows class & learning to be fun. I looked for a place to take Spanish lessons for a few years and nothing stood out to me. On day 1, she made me feel like I could learn and retain the language. She provides homework assignments and even cool podcasts, youtube channels, and music to listen to to aide in your learning journey. She's also realistic that as a beginner, you're not learning Spanish in 3 months and that's okay. Once you complete a class, you have the option to continue on with your cohort. I'd recommend this business always, 10 out of 10!

Experiencia fantástica: I studied for several years with Casa del sol. The classes are fun, the teacher is amazing, and I made some great new friends. I now speak Spanish comfortably and I'm not kidding when I say that you can and will learn Spanish. Llevo varios años estudiando español con casa del sol. Las clases son divertidas, la maestra es increíble y hice nuevos amigos. Hoy en día puedo hablar sin problemas y te juro que puedes y vas a aprender español.

Experiencia fantástica: Spanish lessons were great! The classes were very comfortable, fun and low pressure.

Experiencia fantástica: I highly recommend taking Spanish class through Casa del sol! I have learned more in Jocelyn's classes then I have in other settings. The class content is relatable and engaging and Jocelyn is an amazing teacher.

Experiencia fantástica: A great place to learn Spanish! Tired of the duo lingo slog and looking to learn with an amazing instructor and cool people from your community? Look no further! The learning style of answering questions and practicing tense real time worked super well! As well as all the pronunciation work!