Events & Blogs

I have a secret… Spelling doesn’t come naturally to native English speakers. In fact, I divide the world into two camps: those who can spell and those who struggle. There are people who can confidently write “definitely”… and then there are the rest of us — the ones who Google it every time or wait for the spell checker to jump in and save the day. I don’t love admitting this, especially since I’m not only an English teacher but the director of an English academy. Still, t

Join us on Sunday, March 30, for a fun and adventurous bilingual bike ride! 🌿🚲 📍 Meeting point: DarKha Academy, Sant Domènec, 32 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM 🧢 What to bring: Water, helmet, and your adventurous spirit! We'll be exploring the scenic area around Mount Puig between Genovés and Xàtiva, enjoying the fresh air, great company, and bilingual conversation along the way. All levels welcome! Let’s ride, chat, and immerse ourselves in language and nature. 🌍🌞 👉 RSVP no

Thursday, November 21 🕖 7:00 PM📍 DarKha Academy – Carrer Sant Domènec, 32 💶 Bring 3€ for supplies. 🥧 And bring something to share with the group! Come cook, laugh, and connect in English & Spanish while learning about the heartwarming American tradition of Thanksgiving! 🇺🇸❤️🗣 Practice your language skills in a fun, real-life setting 🌍 Celebrate culture, friendship, and gratitude 🎉 Friends are welcome – the more, the merrier! 📝 RSVP (685 166 339) please!

November 16, We are hiking🚶🏻‍♀️to La Ermita en el Puig.🥾 It’s an  emblematic hermitage of Xàtiva very close to the urban center. Meet at the academy at 10 with water, snack for a 3 hour easy/medium excursion (about 8 km on roads and up a the hill on well trod paths).

Ready to switch stories? 💫 We’re putting Don Quijote back on the shelf (for now 😉) and diving into a captivating, slightly eerie, and beautifully written short story collection: 🕊️ “Birds in the Mouth” by Samanta Schweblin. 🔁 As always, it’s our DarKha Special Bilingual Book Club — where language learners and literature lovers meet to share, laugh, and practice Spanish & English in a relaxed, thoughtful space. 🗓️ Get a copy of book in PDFs in both Spanish and English at

🧶✨ BILINGUAL ADULT COMMUNITY NIGHT ✨🧶 Friday, October 24 at 7:00 PM📍 DarKha Academy – Carrer Sant Domènec, 32. We’re going to knit in two languages! Yes, really. Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or don’t know a knitting needle from a spoon — you’re welcome! 🧶 We’ve got supplies, 👜 but feel free to bring your own.🧍‍♀️🧍‍♂️ We’re looking for: Knitters and non-knitters; English and/or Spanish speakers; People who love to laugh, learn, and share. 🎁

On Sunday, September 21, we’ll head out for a refreshing morning of fresh air, conversation, and discovery. These hikes aren’t just about moving your body (though the castle views and hills will definitely give you a workout!). They’re also about moving your language forward. 🌍💬 Whether you’re practicing Spanish or English, you’ll have the chance to: Use real language in real conversations while walking with others. Build confidence speaking naturally, outside the classroom

Falla in Valenica, Spain! Xátiva 🔥🇪🇸 FALLAS TOUR with Salva! 🇪🇸🔥  Join our bilingual adult immersion class for a special Fallas...