Due in part to the large number of foreign tourists and residents in Andalucia, this is a region of Spain where there are a large number of private academies and courses available. Naturally, many of these concentrate on teaching English to Spaniards who are increasingly discovering how invaluable it is for both business and pleasure. Likewise, however, foreigners are also finding that, in order to avoid living a ghetto existence, a basic knowledge of Spanish is essential. Aside from the private language academies, there are alternative options available for all levels of language teaching. Audio tapes, for example, work well for some people with the advantage that they can choose their own time and may be used in the car or at home.
Private classes are another option and, similarly, there is the convenience of being taught at home.
Local classified columns generally have a section devoted to tuition although a personal recommendation is always the best way to guarantee that the teacher is competent and experienced. Learning a language using books requires a lot of self discipline but for those with busy lives is yet another alternative. And, finally, there is the Internet where you can learn on-line for perhaps the lowest cost of all. In other words, while learning a foreign language may be struggle for many of us, there are plenty of convenient and inexpensive options available.