INTRO / ABOUT US
The Spanish Club, or El Círculo Español, offers Spanish classes from beginner through intermediate. Subject to available volunteer teachers, we offer French, German and American Sign Language (ASL). Classes are held from October through April. Social and cultural activities are offered year-round.
In addition to learning language skills, the purpose of the club is to help our members better understand the culture and traditions of the country. Our club members may participate in social outings to restaurants and events of cultural interest.
How do I become a member and sign up for classes? The easiest way is to come to our Fall (Oct 7, 2025 at 5PM) or Winter (Jan 6, 2026 at 5PM) class registration. You can join the club ($10 per year) and at the same time enroll for the class that fits your needs and schedule. Registration is held at the Fairway Recreation Center on the first floor (rooms AZ1, AZ2 or Rm 129). For additional information see our Dates/Events section below.
Location: Fairway Recreation Center, Room 129
Club Contact: SunCitySpanishClub@gmail.com
Club Officers:
Club Category: EDUCATION
We offer four languages: Spanish, French, German, and American Sign Language
Volunteers – The Spanish Club is dependent entirely on volunteer instructors and members who donate their time to organize and manage classes and activities. When joining the club, you agree to assist the club in some way. Board and committee members are all volunteers. People are needed to set up before our fiestas and to clean up afterwards. Others are needed to help with planning social and cultural activities and communications. Contact us via email or talk to one of our Board members about volunteering to help your club.
DATES / EVENTS
Standing Classes and Activities 2026-2026:
2025
October 7 @ 5PM Fall Class Registration
October 13 Classes Start
December 9 @ 11AM Christmas Fiesta/Membership Meeting
December 19 Last class of 2025
2026
January 6 @ 5PM Winter Class Registration
January 21 Classes Start
April 7 @ 11AM Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
April 11 Last day of class until October 2026
Summer 2025 events:
Thursday May 1 at 1 pm-Bibianos
11001 N 99th Ave Main, Peoria, AZ 85345
(623) 972-0202 They will need a week lead time
Thursday June 19th at 1 pm-Barrio Queen
7640 W Bell Rd, Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 287-8226 They request a week lead time
Monday July 14 at 5 pm (Bastille Day) -Vogue Bistro
15411 W Waddell Rd, Surprise, AZ 85379
(623) 544-9109 Can go up to 20 people and will need a
2- week in advance reservation
Saturday August 16 at 2pm- Abuelos
16092 N Arrowhead Fountains Center Dr, Peoria, AZ 85382
(623) 878-8282 Have to request reservation online now
but they can easily accommodate us
UNDER CONSTRUCTION: The Spanish Club will be adding an online CALENDAR to our webpage beginning October 2025. STAY TUNED!
CLASSES / REGISTRATION & MEMBERSHIP
Class Prerequisites:
Textbooks:
Textbooks are readily available for purchase on the web or from local bookstores.
Tentative 2025/2026 Class Schedule
Spanish 1, Lidwina Erickson
Spanish 1, Sharon Freeman
Spanish 1, Deborah Provera
Spanish 2, Al Houdek
Spanish 3, Al Houdek
Spanish Short Stories for intermediate learners, Deborah Provera
French 1, John Osborn
French Reading, John Osborn
ASL, Janine Nelson
Class Location
All in-person classes are held at Fairway Recreation Center, Room 129. Most January classes are continuations of fall classes, but new ones may be available. Download the class schedule (or pick one up from our bulletin board at Fairway Center outside of Room 129). While in class, you must wear your Membership Badge, which you will receive when you join the Club. This allows instructors to learn names, determine numbers for class handouts, and verify your club membership.
How to Join & Register for Classes
The preferred way to join and register is at the Fall Registration Fair (October) or the Winter Registration Fair (January). At the registration fairs you’ll be able to discuss with instructors who will help you decide which class(es) are best for you. Download and print a membership form (or pick one up from our bulletin board at Fairway Center outside of Room 129), complete it, and bring it to the fair along with a check or $10 cash (exact change only). Forms will also be available at the fair. At the fair, you will be given your Membership Badge.
UNDER CONSTRUCTION….The Spanish Club will be adding membership renewal/payment by credit card starting October 2025. STAY TUNED!
You can take as many classes as you choose. We encourage you to try different classes and teachers during the first two weeks of a session until you find the best fit for you. Consider giving a conversation class a try because speaking helps your brain put together all the pieces of learning a language. Each teacher will use a unique approach, so it is up to you to decide what works best for you.
You may also join the club by mail. Please do not send cash by mail. Download and print a membership form, complete it, and mail it along with a $10 check and a clear photocopy of your photo RCSC card (no fobs) to the address on the form. After you register, you’ll find your Membership Badge the following week on our Bulletin Board outside of Room 129 at Fairway Center or in the Club mailbox across from our Bulletin Board.
