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Health and Hoops offers basketball for kids through group lessons, private lessons, school lessons, parties, and summer camps. Classes meet in either Barceloneta or Glories, depending up on the age of the child.
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For kids from 5 to 9 years old: Thursdays 18:00-19:30 in Barceloneta For kids from ages 8: Sundays 11:00 in Glories
Dinamo Language Academy Located in El Born near the Arc de Triomf, Dinamo Academy is a smaller school with a lot of charm and some of the most affordable rates in town. Dinamo offers both part-time and intensive courses. Part-time classes meet twice a week and cost €90 a month, while intensive classes meet for two hours Monday-Thursday and cost €200 a month. Dinamo does not charge an enrollment fee and there are no costs for books or materials. In order to enroll, make an appointment via email or phone to meet at the school and take a short verbal test to gauge the right placement for your level of proficiency. The school itself is very chic, with stripped back styling and vintage blackboards. They can even help you get your NIE number if you plan on staying in the city for an extended period of time. About Meagan BellovinMeagan arrived in Barcelona in 2019, having left behind a full life of family, friends, and career in Austin, Texas. Originally educated as a journalist, Meagan taught children in her local public school system for nearly ten years before moving to Barcelona with her husband and dog. Since her arrival, she has embraced local living, taking Spanish classes, making new friends, and rediscovering her journalism past by writing for The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Meagan Bellovin
Master Mosaics Mosaiccos offers classes on making mosaics in the style of Antonio Gaudí. They teach all of the necessary skills to master the “El Trencadis” technique, which was developed by Antoni Gaudí and Josep María Jujol, and familiarize students with other mosaic techniques. About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman
Gourmet Experience BCN Monica Rodriguez started Gourmet Experience BCN to share her love of the city and her passion for cooking. After taking many classes, including the premier gourmet course at Hoffman, Monica, a teacher and a speech therapist, found the perfect fusion for all of her passions. Each class is designed to entice the gourmet lover’s exquisite palate, while having fun, relaxing, and making new friends. Classes are taught in both Spanish and English so you can learn to cook wonderful food while learning a new language. There are classes for all ages. About Meagan BellovinMeagan arrived in Barcelona in 2019, having left behind a full life of family, friends, and career in Austin, Texas. Originally educated as a journalist, Meagan taught children in her local public school system for nearly ten years before moving to Barcelona with her husband and dog. Since her arrival, she has embraced local living, taking Spanish classes, making new friends, and rediscovering her journalism past by writing for The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Meagan Bellovin
Vegan Bakery Wild Lulita is a vegan and gluten free cake shop, organic shop, and creative concept store that promotes a healthy, delicious, and sustainable lifestyle. Founder, Lucy Cheyney, uses natural and healthy ingredients to create a variety of cakes, brownies, and muffins — everything from chocolate and cardamom sponge cake to sticky fudge brownies. The vegan bakery also has freshly made, cold pressed juices, smoothies, and shakes all named after goddesses like Lakshmi, Aphrodite, and Athena. Customers also can try out the acai bowl with granola or the vegan ice-creams in seasonal flavors that can be served with granola and fresh fruit. About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman