TikTac Spanish by Mixitup Academy. Research shows that playful learning experiences can be very effective ways to develop a broad range of skills in children. Learning through play happens best when it is experienced as joyful, actively engaging and socially interactive.

Children are often more enthusiastic and lively as “little” learners. They want to please their teachers and they’d like to have a go at activities even if they don’t quite understand how and why. Most of the kids often seem less embarrassed than adults at speaking a new language, and their lack of inhibition could help them to get a more native-like accent. However, they also lose their interest and concentration very fast and are less able to keep themselves motivated on difficult tasks or tasks they don’t like.

Research also shows that learning a second language might boost listening skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They improve the ability to learn and to multitask and in addition they improve memory and concentration. Children proficient in other languages also show signs of mental flexibility and enhanced creativity.

Dear adult (and parent), what if there was one thing you could do that could help grow your children’s brain and help them to deepen their empathy and cross-cultural understanding? To help them do better on tests and exams, prepare them for better paying jobs of the future and give them the best tools to unlock rich life experiences? You would be all for that?!

TikTac Spanish might be the solution for your child.

BENEFITS FOR CHILDREN WHO STUDY TIKTAC SPANISH

Develop great cognitive abilities:

• become more creative
• improved memory
• better problem solving skills
• improve mental flexibility
• learn to be more patient
• build imagination and attention

Develop individual abilities:

• score higher marks in maths, languages, arts
• improve self – esteem, because they speak another language
• learn critical thinking
• make new, international friends
• grow up with an intercultural understanding

At Mixitup Academy, we take learning seriously, but we make it fun! Our aim is to make all the children speak Spanish with confidence.

Cognitive Spanish for Seniors. A popular proverb suggests that older individuals may struggle to acquire new skills, including learning new languages. However, recent research on Neuroplasticity from Edinburgh University reveals that bilingualism can significantly enhance cognitive abilities in individuals aged 50 and above. Lead researcher Thomas Bak highlights that acquiring a second language later in life can promote greater brain flexibility and efficiency. Engaging in regular mental exercises, such as learning a new word daily, reinforces focus and memory retention.

Similar to physical exercise benefiting the body, cognitive learning stimulates the brain, improving its capacity to process information. Moreover, switching between languages can mitigate cognitive decline and potentially delay the onset of conditions like memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer’s, anxiety, and depression. Therefore, embracing the adage of ‘teaching an old dog new tricks’ proves beneficial for maintaining overall health and well-being. Although there’s no cure for diseases like Alzheimer’s, it’s crucial to offer better tools and services to support seniors in managing cognitive decline and provide assistance to caregivers. This rationale inspired the creation of Cognitive Spanish for Seniors, a programme tailored for individuals aged 50 and above, though open to learners of all ages sharing similar objectives.

Benefits of the programme include keeping the brain healthy, fostering new social connections, maintaining an active social life to alleviate feelings of loneliness, boosting self-esteem, and experiencing mood elevation through the release of endorphins. Participants can also enjoy the fun and happiness of learning while practicing Spanish with new friends or exchanging letters with loved ones in Spanish, reminiscent of times gone by. Additionally, face-to-face lessons are available in Gran Canaria upon request. At Mixitup Academy, our mission is to enrich the lives of seniors by providing inspiring learning experiences that encourage them to embrace life to the fullest, echoing the sentiment that ‘Age is a state of mind‘.

Our Mini Summer Spanish Course is sure to be the highlight of your holiday in Spain! If you’re fortunate enough to spend the summer here, the possibilities are endless:

• Explore charming old fishing villages.
• Hit the stunning hidden beaches with sunscreen and plenty of water.
• Sail around the Spanish Islands and marvel at their natural beauty.
• Indulge in a magnificent paella and sip Sangria at a typical Spanish restaurant.
• Experience a siesta just like the locals do.
• Dive into the vibrant nightlife scene.

Learn Spanish in just 30 minutes a day and start speaking from your very first class, even as a beginner! Immersing yourself in Spanish life and culture is a delightful experience that will enhance your language skills and unlock your full potential. Alongside a dynamic summer lifestyle filled with sports, nature, gastronomy, and cultural activities, you’ll thoroughly enjoy our Mini Summer Spanish Course as it boosts your confidence in communicating with Spanish locals. We guarantee to bring patience, creativity, empathy, experience, and educational skills to the table, creating a fun, friendly, and cheerful atmosphere for your learning journey.

Are you very busy, but also need to learn Spanish FAST!? The trouble with many conventional Spanish courses is that they include lots of written work, grammar exercises, book-reading and speaking practice. So you don’t learn quickly, and you find you’re even busier than you were!

So, if you’re a ‘busy bee’, and it’s difficult for you to squeeze language learning into your schedule, then what you need to do is LISTEN! Our Fast Audio Spanish Course is custom made to help busy people learn Spanish on the go. 90 Audio Lessons teach you Spanish while you’re doing other things. They tune your ear to the language, speed up your learning, and help you to speak Spanish fast!

You’ll get 90 downloadable Audio Lessons in MP3 format for you to keep on your computer or mobile device. You’ll also get 90 printable PDF downloads with lessons and handy vocabulary and phrases that you can start using in your daily life immediately. And once you’ve downloaded everything, you won’t need an internet connection to use them. Our Fast Audio Spanish Course is ideal for busy people to use while they’re on the move!