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Bad Bunny Halftime Show! The details you may have missed
What else is there to say? The world is shook - and rightfully so - from one of the most electrifying 13-minute live performances of all time!
A love letter to Puerto Rico, clearly, but the piece is so rich and layered. Let's dive in to some of the meaningful Easter eggs that may have passed you by. It went pretty quick!
NEW - El Patio Brunswick!
Brunswick - we're coming to you!
From Term 1, 2026, El Patio will also be running classes at Balam Balam Place - 15 Phoenix St, Brunswick! These classes are in addition to those held at our current centres in the CBD, Northcote, and Online.
I Speak Spanish...Jess!
Meet Jess, the new friendly face at our front desk in Northcote!
When she was just 15, she headed off to Costa Rica for a year-long exchange with only beginner Spanish — and before long, she was dreaming in it. From full immersion to studying in Guadalajara, her journey is proof that curiosity (and a little courage) goes a long way. Read on to hear her story and her tips for learning Spanish.
Melbourne 2026: Your Hispanic Hit List
Ready to soak up Hispanic culture without booking a flight? El Patio has done the hard work for you. From must-try restaurants and live music to theatre, festivals and fiestas, this is your insider guide to all things Hispanic lighting up Melbourne in 2026. ¡Vamos!
Summer Intensives 2026! January 12-23
Join us for our Summer Intensives in 2026 (January 12-23) - an exciting two weeks of Spanish study in Northcote, Melbourne CBD and Online! This is a chance to boost your level in a way that would normally take months. Along with our first three Elementary levels (Elementary 1, 2, and 3), we offer FULL 15-hour Conversation Courses where you can improve your speaking confidence, as well as shorter conversation and travel courses!
Advanced Conversation with Netflix series El Eternauta!
El Patio teacher Valeria has created a captivating conversation course based on the hit Netflix series El Eternauta!
The New King of Pop: Who is Bad Bunny?
Bad Bunny is the biggest pop star in the world right now, but until he was announced as the headline act at the 2026 NFL Super Bowl earlier this week, most Australians had probably never heard of him. So, who is Bad Bunny? And why all the fuss?
I teach Spanish ... Noelia!
Say ¡Hola! to our new Spanish teacher from sunny Málaga! Her journey into teaching started by chance, when helping friends learn Spanish turned into a full-blown passion for sharing her language and culture. With a Masters under her belt and plenty of classroom experience, she's all about making Spanish lively, practical, and full of real-world flavour.
Keep reading to find out how she discovered her calling, what she loves most about Aussie students, and her clever tips for sneaking Spanish into your everyday routine.
Cultural Curiosities - an El Patio Conversation Course!
Join El Patio teacher Patricio for a captivating introduction to Latin American culture - from food to artists and much more!
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