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SPANISH CLASSES

& Cultural Immersion

Speak with confidence. Live with ease.

Our Spanish Classes & Cultural Immersion experience is designed for those ready to fully embrace life in Medellín. These are private, personalized lessons built around your lifestyle, your goals, and the conversations you actually need every day.

Whether you're negotiating with contractors, ordering dinner, speaking to your driver, or connecting with locals on a deeper level, our Spanish coaches help you communicate naturally, confidently, and with cultural fluency.

With Checkmate, learning Spanish becomes an experience—not a classroom.

Immerse, engage, and start living like you belong here.

What You’ll Learn

Concierge Visa Service

Everyday Conversation Essentials

Speak naturally in real-life Medellín scenarios—restaurants, taxis, supermarkets, gyms, dating, and more.

Local Expressions & Cultural Nuance

Learn the phrases paisas actually use, how to sound local, and how to avoid common cultural mistakes.

Lifestyle-Specific Spanish

Vocabulary tailored to your life: real estate, construction, fitness, dining, socializing, and personal services.

Confidence with Locals

Improve pronunciation, rhythm, and flow so you sound natural and communicate clearly.

Professional & Business Spanish

Optional training for speaking with lawyers, architects, builders, accountants, brokers, and service providers.

Colombian Social Etiquette

Understand cultural norms, tone, formality, and how to build positive relationships in Medellín.

Who This Is For

These sessions are ideal for:

People already living in Medellín who want to feel more confident, capable, and connected.
Men who want to expand their presence, social circles, and opportunities by speaking the language.
Individuals tired of relying on Google Translate or feeling lost in conversations.
Those dating locally who want to deepen connection and avoid misunderstandings.
Investors or residents who need to speak with their teams—drivers, cleaners, chefs, contractors, attorneys, etc.
Action-takers who want Spanish to become a natural part of their lifestyle, not a chore.

You are probably asking yourself: "What is the first step? I don’t know many people in Medellín, I don’t have trustworthy friends, I don’t know the market, and I’m afraid of getting trapped in a bad deal..."

Hi, I’m Francisco.

I help men develop natural, confident Spanish so they can communicate clearly, connect deeply, and feel truly at home in Medellín.

If you want to feel more grounded, more capable, and more connected to the people and culture around you, these sessions are for you.

Francisco Basco

SPANISH TEACHER

Some foreigners think buying a house is the first step, and that’s one of the most common mistakes.

That’s why I will guide you through the entire process step by step so you can achieve the life of your dreams in this paradise...

Step 1

Book Your Session

Choose your time. Spots are limited to ensure a high-touch experience.

Step 2

Define Your Needs

You need to know who you are before knowing what you really want and what your achievable goals are in this city. I’ll be here to help you with that process.

Personalized self-assessment session to identify your goals and aspirations
One-on-one coaching to help you understand and align with your true self
Vision boarding session to visualize your ideal life in Medellín

Step 3

Book a Visit (Fly In)

We pick you up at the airport and show you neighborhoods that fit your lifestyle and offer the highest return on investment
Recommend a one-week visit, or a weekend if you don’t have much time
Recommend a one-week visit, or a weekend if you don’t have much time

Step 4

Connect with the Community

A strong social life matters, and Medellín offers more than parties. With quality events, dinners, and a growing international community, it’s an easy place to connect and expand your network.

Introduction to local and expat communities
Invitations to exclusive events and dinners with high-quality individuals, both locals and foreigners

Step 5

Understand Medellín & Neighborhoods

Medellín has many neighborhoods, but a few key sectors stand out for investment. Get familiar with the area that matches your lifestyle, then focus your search. The city is compact, with essential services close and easy to learn.

Comprehensive guide to Medellín’s services including healthcare, getting around, shopping, safety, education, social life, and Spanish classes
Personalized advice to avoid “gringo prices” and get the best value

Step 6

Find Your Property

Once you know your lifestyle and ideal area, we’ll search for the right property within your budget. I’ll guide you through visits, selection, closing, and legal steps with support from our Checkmate lawyers.

We’ll send a curated property list
Tour up to nine selected properties
Research comparable homes and pricing
Join you for visits with analysis

Support you from selection to closing
Represent you through every negotiation
Provide legal help through our lawyers

Step 7

Meet Your Team

Your Builder: Whether you need a remodel or a new build, we help you get estimates and connect you with trusted builders
Architect + Designers: Need to remodel? Looking for ideas to make your property ready? Meet the team you’ll work with
Your Lawyer: Go through any paperwork, answer any questions you have about visas, money transfers, entity setup, and banking

EXTRA HELP

Bonus Resources

Our team and I will be there for the next two months to guide you through the entire process of learning and personal growth, guiding you step by step so you can make the best decisions and start a new life in a safe and efficient manner.

Events: Access to local events for networking and community integration
Coaching and Mentoring: Two months of continuous support and guidance
- Weekly coaching sessions for personal growth and decision-making
- Access to our Checkmate professional network for additional support

If you’re single and want to find love, this would be the last step, but one of the most important, because first, you need to be the best version of yourself and have a social life surrounded by quality people. That’s where you’ll find the right person. In Medellín, there are high-quality women, but you won’t find them in nightclubs

Finding Love: Helping you identify what you’re looking for in a partner
- identify what you’re looking for in a partner
- Suggestions for places to meet locals and build meaningful connections

How it works

I moved here on January 1st, and by August 16th, I’ve enrolled my daughters in school, bought and renovated a property, and secured a Colombian investor visa, bank account, tourism permit, health insurance, and an Airbnb. Fast transition! Couldn’t be happier! You can do it too.