I tried taking group lessons at some of the big academies around Madrid for over year with very little success and almost no improvement. A lot of what I was learning wasn't relevant in my day to day life and it was extremely frustrating. With Marina I actually learned what I needed to survive in my day to day life in Madrid and after just a few classes I was speaking with confidence and making actual progress. She is an amazing teacher who really knows what she is doing, I would highly recommend her for anyone looking to really improve and take their Spanish to the next level.
I received spanish private lessons from one of the teachers i contacted through your site. Her name is Marina Castillo Valle. Could not find in your site where to write a recomendation. Marina did a fantastic job with me. She has been professional, pleasant and demostrated the character and preparation you expect from a teacher. She was absolutely excellent!!!!