Global Languages Hawai'i
Fall 2026
September - November
Tuesday, 4:30-5:05
Saturdays, 10:15-10:50
Grades: PK-K
Keiki Spanish
Spanish Adventures I: Art, Music, and Culture Exploration
Course Description: Embark on an exciting journey to explore the Spanish language, art, music, dance, and captivating traditions from Europe, South America, and Africa. Through engaging activities, children will immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Hispanic cultures, discovering new languages and connecting through art, music, dance, games, festivals, and delightful cultural treats.
Location: YWCA
45-035 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive
Kāne‘ohe, Hawai‘i 96744
Classroom: Cabin #4
Cost: $225
Contact us at 808-725-7402
Thursdays, 4:15-5:00
Saturdays, 11:00-11:45
Grades: 1-3
World Wonders: Language & Culture Expedition
Fly around the globe to discover intriguing art, music, dance, language, and amazing traditions from Europe, South America, and Africa. In each unit, we will immerse ourselves in different languages using fun phrases and songs from around the world. We will explore how to connect this new speech through art, music, dance, games, festivals, and cultural yummy treats. Let's step out of Hawaiʻi for a short time this spring and join us as we learn more about different parts of the world.
Location: YWCA
45-035 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive
Kāne‘ohe, Hawai‘i 96744
Classroom: Cabin #4
Cost: $245
Contact us at 808-725-7402
Tuesday, 5:10-5:55
Saturdays, 12:00-12:55
Grades: 4-6
Welcome to Spanish Adventures: Art, Music, and Culture Exploration II!
This course invites children to embark on an exciting journey, delving deeper into the Spanish language, art, music, dance, and captivating traditions spanning Europe, South America, and Africa. Through engaging activities, young learners will immerse themselves in the vibrant tapestry of Hispanic cultures, fostering language acquisition and cultural connections through art, music, dance, games, festivals, and delightful culinary experiences.
Location: YWCA
45-035 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive
Kāne‘ohe, Hawai‘i 96744
Classroom: Cabin #4
Cost: $333
Contact us at 808-725-7402
Language I-A
Thursday 5:00-6:00
Saturday 1:30-2:30
Grades: 7-9
Global Art Vibes: Where Creativity Meets Culture!
Express your inner artist in this colorful, creative class! Get ready to craft thrilling, unique masterpieces over the course! Young creators will explore innovative techniques, share their creations with others, and swap imaginative ideas. As you paint and draw, immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms of fun and inspirational music from different cultures, adding an extra layer of excitement to your artistic journey. In creating pictures, we'll cover landscapes, nature, still life, animals, birds, and the magic of shapes. Plus, buckle up for a linguistic twist! Each piece of artwork will have a multilingual title featuring words in different languages, such as Spanish, German, Arabic, Portuguese, and Hawaiian. It's not just art; it's a colorful language journey!
Location: YWCA
45-035 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive
Kāne‘ohe, Hawai‘i 96744
Classroom: Cabin #4
Cost: $340
Contact us at 808-725-7402
Saturdays, 9:15-10:00
Grades: 3-6
Spanish Magic: Exploring Language and Culture!
Discover and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Spanish through dynamic and interactive lessons designed for young learners from kindergarten to 3rd grade. This course introduces vocabulary, essential phrases, and simple grammar through engaging activities, cultural crafts, games, and songs. Children will dive into Hispanic culture and traditions, cultivating a passion for language learning in a supportive and enjoyable environment. Join us as we embark on an exciting and colorful journey into Spanish together!
Location: YWCA
45-035 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive
Kāne‘ohe, Hawai‘i 96744
Classroom: Cabin #4
Cost: $345
Contact us at 808-725-7402
Saturday, 2:45-3:45
Grades: 5-8
¡Explora y Conecta! Spanish Language & Culture!
This dynamic course invites students in grades 5–8 to dive deeper into the richness of the Spanish-speaking world. Through interactive, hands-on experiences, students will develop their Spanish language skills while exploring the diverse cultures of Spain, Latin America, and parts of Africa.
Each class integrates engaging language lessons with art, music, dance, games, and culinary traditions. Students will practice conversation, vocabulary, and basic grammar through meaningful cultural projects, from creating traditional crafts to learning popular songs and celebrating regional festivals.
This course strengthens students' Spanish listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while building cultural awareness and fostering global citizenship in a supportive, fun, and immersive environment.
* Students in this course have the option to attend twice a week, choosing between Tuesdays and Thursdays or Wednesdays and Fridays. We also offer a Saturday school option for those who prefer a once-a-week format.
Location: YWCA
45-035 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive
Kāne‘ohe, Hawai‘i 96744
Classroom: Cabin #4
Cost: $350 (Saturday School)
Contact: 808-725-7402
We offer customized private and group courses tailored to each student’s needs, perfect for homeschoolers or anyone eager to learn at their own pace.
Saturday, 2:45-3:45
Children's Spanish Program – Family Spanish Classes
Section 1: PK-1G.
Section 2: 2-3 G.
Section 3: 4-6 G.
Make Spanish part of your family's everyday life! This interactive Saturday program is designed for children and their parents to learn Spanish together through engaging, real-life conversations. Each unit focuses on daily routines and everyday situations, such as greetings, family, meals, bedtime, playtime, emotions, and home activities, helping families build practical vocabulary and confidence to use Spanish naturally at home. Through games, songs, stories, movement, and hands-on activities, participants develop language skills while creating meaningful family connections in Spanish.
Location: YWCA
45-035 Kāne‘ohe Bay Drive
Kāne‘ohe, Hawai‘i 96744
Classroom
Cost: $350 (Saturday School)
Contact: 808-725-7402