Beginner · Ages 12 to Adult

Spanish 1
Begin Your Faith-Based Language Journey

Learn Spanish to glorify God, share the gospel, and serve His people — live, online, with professional teachers.
✝ Christ-Centered 💻 Live Online 🏠 Homeschool 🌎 Mexico Mission Trips 🎓 High School Credit 🛡 Satisfaction Guaranteed
Enroll in Spanish 1 → Find My Level
90
min/week live class
800+
new vocabulary words
∼12
students per class
30+
yrs combined teaching
60
hrs comprehensible audio
Why Living Waters Spanish
Not Just Spanish — Discipleship Through Language
Living Waters Spanish is not another language program. We believe Spanish is a tool to glorify God, share the gospel, and serve His people.
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Christ at the Center

Opening prayer and worship in Spanish every class. Weekly Scripture memorization. Bible narratives are the curriculum. Gospel-focused vocabulary from day one.

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100% Spanish Immersion

All classes conducted entirely in Spanish with English translation slides. TPRS method — the way your brain naturally acquires language. Speaking from lesson one.

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Real-World Mission

Optional Mexico mission trips in March and June. Practice with native speakers. Serve communities while sharing the gospel. See your language transform lives.

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Measurable Outcomes

ACTFL Novice-Mid proficiency target. Official high school transcript. Preparation for CLEP/AP exams. 800+ active vocabulary words. 60 hours audio input.

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Professional Teachers

30+ years combined experience. Ministry backgrounds in Mexico, Ecuador, and USA. Native Spanish speakers on staff. They disciple students, not just instruct.

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Parents Learn FREE

Audit all classes at no additional cost. Learn alongside your student. Or enroll as a paying student for homework and credit. Grandparents welcome too!

Course Content
What You’ll Learn in Spanish 1
Students achieve ACTFL Novice-Mid proficiency — communicating in simple conversations about familiar topics, including sharing your faith.
🗣 Language Skills
  • Present tense verbs for everyday conversation
  • Essential vocabulary: family, faith, daily life, ministry
  • Pronunciation and listening comprehension
  • Reading the Bible in Spanish
  • Writing simple sentences and paragraphs
  • Cultural understanding of Spanish-speaking countries
✝ Spiritual Skills
  • Tell the creation story in Spanish
  • Share your testimony in Spanish
  • Memorize and recite Scripture verses
  • Pray and worship in Spanish
  • Discuss your faith with Spanish speakers
  • Understand theological vocabulary
  • Prepare for cross-cultural ministry
Why TPRS Immersion? Unlike grammar-first programs (Rosetta Stone, traditional textbooks), our TPRS method mirrors how you learned English as a child — through stories, conversations, and meaningful context. You’ll speak from day one because you’re learning the way your brain is designed to acquire language.
2026–27 Schedule
Available Class Times
September 14, 2026 – May 14, 2027. All times Pacific. Small groups of ∼12 students.
Monday
8:30 – 10:00 AM
Pacific
Monday
1:00 – 2:30 PM
Pacific
Tuesday
8:30 – 10:00 AM
Pacific
Tuesday
9:00 – 10:30 AM
Pacific
Wednesday
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Pacific
Thursday
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Pacific
Enroll and Choose Your Time → View Class Calendar
Inside a Class
A Typical 90-Minute Class
Every minute is purposeful — spiritually formative and linguistically rich.
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Opening — 15 Min

Prayer in Spanish (simple, guided). Worship song in Spanish. Scripture memory review. Sharing what God is doing in our lives.

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Immersion Learning — 60 Min

Story-telling with gestures and visuals. Translation slides for new concepts. Personalized questions, Bible reading, group conversations. Grammar taught naturally.

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Closing — 15 Min

Review key phrases and vocabulary. Cultural insights. Preview homework. Prayer requests in Spanish. ALL in Spanish with English support slides throughout.

Weekly Homework — 3 hours, structured across the week:
  • Education Perfect exercises (30–45 min)
  • Live conversation with a native Spanish speaker (15–30 min)
  • Bible reading in Spanish (30–45 min)
  • Writing practice and journaling (30 min)
  • Scripture memorization (5–10 min daily, ongoing)
  • Instructional games and singing
How We Teach → Watch Sample Class
Tuition and Pricing
Transparent, Affordable Pricing
No hidden material fees. Everything you need is included. Full refund guarantee (minus deposit) if you’re not satisfied.
Deposit — secures your seat
$199
Non-refundable · includes ALL curriculum
Monthly tuition
$84/mo
9 months · or $756/year if paid upfront
Pay once for everything
$955
Deposit + full year tuition · best value

Your $199 deposit includes — no extra fees:

  • All curriculum materials for the year
  • Online platform access
  • Spanish Bible
  • Education Perfect platform (FREE bonus, $200+ value)
  • Official high school transcript
  • Secured seat in class (first-come, first-served)
🛡 Family discounts available for families with multiple students or demonstrated financial need. Just ask — 503-715-7227.
Enroll in Spanish 1 →
What Families Say
Parents and Students Love Spanish 1

Sr. Riegg has made learning a foreign language approachable and fun! The highlight has been seeing my child gain confidence speaking to native Spanish speakers. He’s done a wonderful job bringing Christ into his class as the motivation to speak Spanish for God’s glory.

Kristine J.
Spanish 1 parent

In one or two weeks in your class, she has learned more than in one year in these other programs. We talk about your class all the time, and my husband has even attended just to see what all the raves are about.

Suzy
Parent

Lately I’ve been hearing semi-conversations between my boys. This is more Spanish than I heard when my older boys did Rosetta Stone or when they took it at the local community college.

Carol
Mom of Spanish 1 students

I am so excited. I started reading in San Juan today in my Bible and I was able to read a verse because I knew Hijo, Dios, tu, el, rey!

Kristen
Spanish 1 student
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Your Teaching Team
Professional Teachers, Not Tutors
Our teachers have dedicated their lives to serving God through language education. They disciple students, not just instruct.
Brad & Marcy Riegg
Founders & Lead Teachers
  • 30+ years teaching Spanish
  • State licensed K–12 teacher (OR and CA)
  • Met studying at University of Madrid
  • M.A. in Theology, Bristol University
  • Led mission trips to Mexico with Youth for Christ
  • Homeschooled 5 children
Andrew Moses
Spanish Teacher & Pastor
  • 10+ years teaching TPRS immersion
  • Cambridge ICELT certified
  • Pastors Spanish-speaking church in Ecuador
  • 6 years as youth pastor in Mexico
  • Published author in English and Spanish
Andrés Classen
Native Mexican Teacher & Ministry Leader
  • Born in Mexico, native Spanish speaker
  • Co-Principal, Foundation for His Ministries School, Baja CA
  • Runs the children’s home LWS visits each June
  • Deep expertise in Mexican culture and ministry
Meet the Full Team →
Optional Mission Trips
Put Your Spanish Into Action for God’s Glory
Spanish 1 students can join our life-changing mission trips to Mexico in March and June.
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Mexico Mission Trips — March and June

Practice conversational Spanish with native speakers. Share simple testimonies about Jesus. Serve in construction, children’s ministry, and evangelism. Worship and pray in Spanish. Experience what it means to use language for God’s kingdom.

“The Mexico mission trips have literally been life-changing!!! I’ve never met so many whole-hearted Jesus-lovers and I’ve made many amazing friendships that I know will last a lifetime.” — Libby (after 2 Mexico trips)

Learn About Mission Trips →
Free Bonus
FREE Education Perfect Platform Included
Included with your enrollment — a $200+ value at no extra cost (while Living Waters Spanish partners with Education Perfect).
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10+ Subjects Included

Math, Science, English, Geography, World History, Health and PE, Digital Technology, and more — all levels, included free.

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Gamified Learning

Competitions and achievements your students will love. Reinforces Spanish and supports all other subjects at the same time.

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$200+ Value, $0 Cost

Fully included with your enrollment. No separate subscription. No hidden fees. “My son LOVES the competitions.” — Mary (Mom)

Is This For You?
Who Should Take Spanish 1
Perfect for:
  • Homeschool students ages 12+ with no Spanish experience (or up to 1–2 years prior study)
  • Teens seeking high school foreign language credit
  • Adults learning Spanish for missions or ministry
  • Students preparing for Mexico mission trips
  • Anyone wanting to glorify God and serve others in Spanish
  • Parents learning alongside their children (audit FREE or enroll!)
Course Details at a Glance
DatesSept 14, 2026 – May 14, 2027
Class time90 min/week live (not 30–45!)
Class size∼12 students
FormatLive online, video conferencing
Homework∼3 hrs/week, structured
PrerequisitesNone — beginners welcome
ProficiencyACTFL Novice-Mid target
HS Credit1 full credit + official transcript
Makeup policy4-week grace period
GradingOne annual grade (no quarterly stress)
Find My Level →
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know
Yes! From the very first day, your teacher speaks Spanish throughout the entire 90-minute class. We provide English translation slides for new vocabulary and concepts, so you’re never lost. This “controlled immersion” means you understand everything while your brain naturally acquires Spanish. Parents are often amazed at how quickly students adapt and start thinking in Spanish.
No! Spanish 1 is designed for complete beginners. If you’ve never studied Spanish or only know “hola” and “gracias,” this is your starting point. We start from absolute zero and build systematically. If you have 1–2 years of prior study, take our free placement test — you might belong in Spanish 2.
It means Jesus is at the heart of everything we do, not an add-on. Every class opens with prayer and worship in Spanish. We memorize Scripture. The Bible is our primary text. We discuss what God is doing in our lives. Vocabulary focuses on faith, testimony, and gospel-sharing. Our teachers disciple students, not just instruct. Students use Spanish on mission trips to serve and share Jesus.
Nothing extra. Your $199 deposit covers ALL curriculum for the entire year — platform access, all required materials, the Bible in Spanish, and the Education Perfect platform bonus. No hidden fees for textbooks or workbooks. Everything is included.
About 3 hours per week, spread across multiple days — not all at once. Education Perfect exercises (30–45 min), native speaker conversation (15–30 min), Bible reading in Spanish (30–45 min), writing practice (30 min), and daily Scripture memorization (5–10 min). Manageable for busy homeschool families.
We have a 4-week grace period for all makeup work. Students can complete missing assignments or quizzes within four weeks of the original due date. Life happens — we build in flexibility because we want you to succeed, not stress.
Absolutely! We welcome students ages 12 to adult. Many parents enroll alongside their teens, and we have adult-only students preparing for missions or ministry. Age doesn’t matter — if you want to learn Spanish to serve God, you belong here.
Yes! A parent or grandparent can audit ALL classes at absolutely no additional cost. You can learn alongside your student, supervise instruction, or just enjoy learning Spanish. If you want your own homework account and high school credit, you can enroll as a paying student at regular tuition.
Yes! Spanish 1 students learn essential vocabulary for sharing the gospel, praying, worshiping, and serving. Students who join our Mexico mission trips use Spanish to communicate with nationals, share testimonies, and serve effectively. Many mission organizations specifically recruit our students because they can actually speak and serve.
Spanish 1 alone is usually not enough for CLEP/AP exams — those typically require 2–3 years of study. But Spanish 1 is the essential foundation. After Spanish 2 or 3, students are well-prepared to earn 6–12 college credits via CLEP. Many students complete Spanish 2–3 and test out of college Spanish entirely.
We offer a full refund of tuition (minus the $199 deposit) if you’re not satisfied. Just call 503-715-7227. We want you to be thrilled. If Living Waters Spanish isn’t the right fit, we’ll make it right. Risk-free enrollment.
Yes! If you’ve studied Spanish before, take our free placement test to find your level. Spanish 1 is for complete beginners, but if you have 1–2 years of prior study, you might belong in Spanish 2. We want you in the right class for success.
Take the Free Placement Test → Meet the Teachers → College Credit Info →

Ready to Start Your Spanish Journey for God’s Glory?

View available class times and enroll today. Classes begin September 14, 2026. Seats are limited — ∼12 students per class.

Enroll in Spanish 1 Now → Find My Level Watch Sample Class
Questions? Call 503-715-7227 or email [email protected]