We're creating a community of passionate language learners

Language isn't something you study—it's something you live

At Panama Language Academy, we offer immersive, conversation-based language classes in the heart of Panama City.

Our Spanish courses help expats, digital nomads, and travelers speak Spanish with confidence and connect with Panamanian culture from day one.

We also provide foreign language classes (like French, Mandarin, Italian and more) for Panamanians and Spanish speakers looking to expand their global opportunities.

We’re more than just a language school. We’re a community of passionate learners. We bring together foreigners and locals to create lasting connections—one conversation at a time.

We embrace diversity

Everyone is welcome at Panama Language Academy. We foster an environment of equality and acceptance.

We give back

We find opportunities to volunteer in, work with and include the local community at every turn.

We embrace mistakes

We'll never berate or bully you for making a mistake—in fact, we encourage it. Be adventurous!

We seek understanding

We come from different backgrounds and cultures, and strive to meet everyone where they are.

Meet Our team of instructors

Monica C.

Teaches Spanish

Born and raised in Panama, Monica has a background in Mass Media and Communications, but is shifting gears to stat Translation and Localization studies! She's traveled to several countries, but studying in Italy and volunteering in Poland made her discover that the way to reach others' hearts is through their own language. She believes speaking a new language can take us to paths, places, countries and opportunities we can't yet imagine.

Loves: Craft beer, rock music, photography, and video games

What do you love most about Panama? "What I love most about Panama is how welcoming it is to other cultures. We're home to many cultures and nationalities thriving in peace on such a small piece of land.

Ramsés C.

Teaches Spanish

Ramses is a native Panamanian with a bachelors degree in English translation. He also holds in a diploma as a broadcaster and public speaker, and currently works as a teacher at schools around Panama. He prides himself on maintaining a great sense of humor, and helping his students success. He loves watching his student's progress, and looking back to show them how far they've come.

Loves: Singing and composing music, traveling domestically and internationally, playing dominoes and baseball, and teaching, of course!

What do you love most about Panama? "I love the food, love the culture, love our folklore, and love our way of speaking!"

Tiffani C.

Teaches Spanish

Tiffani is a fourth-year Psychology student with a passion for understanding human behavior. She loves sharing knowledge in creative ways and connecting with people through meaningful conversations. She will soon begin a specialization in Higher Education Teaching, further strengthening her skills as an educator. Tiffani has worked in a diverse background has shaped her into a well-organized, thoughtful communicator with a love for learning.

Loves: Tiffani is an avid reader, a nature enthusiast, and an animal lover. She’s also the general coordinator of the Panama History Festival, a cultural initiative that brings historical stories to life for diverse audiences.

What do you love most about Panama? "Its incredible diversity — you can go from rainforest to beach in just a couple of hours. The people are warm and vibrant, and there’s always something happening, whether it's a cultural festival, a street fair, or just good music in the air. It’s a small country with a big heart and a fascinating history!"

Ingrid V.

Teaches Spanish

Ingrid is a mom, teacher, actress, and visual creative with an MFA from the University of Notre Dame. With a wealth of of experience teaching in the U.S. and Panama, combined with her unique cultural viewpoints as a Spanish-Panamanian, she's developed an educational approach that helps students achieve their language and communicative goals while integrating art, cultural awareness, and socio-emotional elements.

Ingrid's classes are fun, immersive, and dynamic, exploring language and culture both inside and outside the classroom. You can count on Ingrid to promote a lively and transformative Spanish learning experience.

Loves: the sun, walking on the sand, listening to the waves, theater, crafts, laughing and making others laugh, creating (anything), twinkling lights, studying and teaching, sleeping for hours with her furry babies, and window shopping

What do you love most about Panama? "I have a tie for first place! I absolutely love how Panama is a melting pot of diverse cultures and ethnicities, living together in harmony and joy. It's a privilege to experience the wonders each culture brings! And, of course, I adore the stunning beaches of the Panamanian Caribbean!"

Lorena R.

Enseña Francés

Originaria de Perú y actualmente radicada en Panamá, Lorena es una comunicadora multilingüe con formación en Comunicación Audiovisual (licenciatura) y un máster en Marketing Digital. Habla español, inglés, francés, italiano, un poco de turco… ¡y hasta está aprendiendo árabe!

Lleva más de cinco años enseñando idiomas y cree que aprender no se trata de ser perfecto, sino de ganar confianza. Le apasiona especialmente acompañar a adultos principiantes en sus primeros pasos con el francés, creando un ambiente divertido, relajado y de apoyo. Para ella, enseñar es abrir puertas a nuevas culturas, perspectivas y aventuras.

Le encanta: Viajar, los perros (¡tiene cuatro Yorkies!), descubrir datos curiosos de distintos países, la música y ayudar a otros a crecer.

¿Qué es lo que más te gusta de Panamá?: “La diversidad cultural — y que siempre hay algo nuevo por descubrir a la vuelta de la esquina.”

What our students say

Panama Language Academy is a hidden gem! I can feel myself progressing so much faster in Spanish...If you're thinking about enrolling, don't hesitate!

Sally R., Alumna

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