Explore our activities
At Ritmo Spanish School, we've curated fun experiences that accelerate language acquisition by engaging key cognitive skills such as memory, pattern recognition, body awareness, social connection and sensory learning.
Ready to learn Spanish with your whole brain while having a blast?
At Ritmo del Río, enjoy yoga, salsa, birdwatching, Colombian percussion and agricultural workshops, hikes to local spots, and language exchange—all in one peaceful riverside escape, all included in our programs.
Weekly schedule
Mondays: 3:00 PM Welcome & Farm Tour for new volunteers & students
Tuesdays: 7:00 AM Yoga - 5:00 PM Language Exchange
Wednesdays: 5:00 PM Colombian Traditional Percussion
Thursdays: 1:30 PM Agricultural workshop
Fridays: 5:30 PM Salsa class
Sundays: 9:00 AM Group hike
Want to explore on two wheels? You can borrow one of our bikes for free.
Get a Massage in Nature
Need to unwind? Patricia, our relaxation master, offers soothing massages at an extra cost. Not included in program price.
Feel like exploring something different?
Want to do something not included in the program? We've got you covered. We can arrange bike tours, massages, horseback riding, tubing, music lessons, traditional weaving workshops, and just about anything else you can imagine. Ritmo del Río is your gateway to all the fun near Medellín.
Special events
We like to keep things interesting around here. That means you might just stumble into a live concert, a fascinating biology workshop, or one of our other spontaneous events. No promises—but if you're lucky, you'll be in for an extra treat.
Salsa Class 5:30 PM in the TV Room
Get ready for your next Latin party. Our awesome teacher will guide you through the essential salsa moves in a fun and energetic class.
Agricultural workshop 1:30 PM
Every Thursday we learn about organic agriculture with our experts
Colombian Percussion Workshop 5:00 PM @ the Firepit
Every Wednesday at 5 pm at the Firepit
Learn native and traditional rhythms with an awesome instructor. Discover unique sounds and instruments in this fun, hands-on session.
Colombian Percussion Workshop 5:00 PM @ the Firepit
Every Wednesday at 5 pm at the Firepit
Learn native and traditional rhythms with an awesome instructor. Discover unique sounds and instruments in this fun, hands-on session.
Language Exchange 5:00 PM in the TV Room
Practice any language in a relaxed setting while meeting like-minded people. Warning! There´s Happy Hour 2×1 on cocktails until 7:00 PM!
Yoga Class 7:00 AM in the TV Room
Relax, stretch, and connect with nature in a peaceful morning yoga session.
Welcome & Farm Tour for new volunteers & students
Welcome! Meet our volunteer lead for an introduction to the program and your new surroundings.
Group Hike 9:00 AM
There´s life outside Ritmo del Río! Come along for a mild and fun adventure to one of San Rafael´s gems.
Salsa Class 5:30 PM in the TV Room
Get ready for your next Latin party. Our awesome teacher will guide you through the essential salsa moves in a fun and energetic class.
Agricultural workshop 1:30 PM
Every Thursday we learn about organic agriculture with our experts
Colombian Percussion Workshop 5:00 PM @ the Firepit (Copy)
Every Wednesday at 5 pm at the Firepit
Learn native and traditional rhythms with an awesome instructor. Discover unique sounds and instruments in this fun, hands-on session.
Language Exchange 5:00 PM in the TV Room
Practice any language in a relaxed setting while meeting like-minded people. Warning! There´s Happy Hour 2×1 on cocktails until 7:00 PM!
Yoga Class 7:00 AM in the TV Room
Relax, stretch, and connect with nature in a peaceful morning yoga session.
Welcome & Farm Tour for new volunteers & students
Welcome! Meet our volunteer lead for an introduction to the program and your new surroundings.
Group Hike 9:00 AM
There´s life outside Ritmo del Río! Come along for a mild and fun adventure to one of San Rafael´s gems.
Salsa Class 5:30 PM in the TV Room
Get ready for your next Latin party. Our awesome teacher will guide you through the essential salsa moves in a fun and energetic class.
Agricultural workshop 1:30 PM
Every Thursday we learn about organic agriculture with our experts
Colombian Percussion Workshop 5:00 PM @ the Firepit
Every Wednesday at 5 pm at the Firepit
Learn native and traditional rhythms with an awesome instructor. Discover unique sounds and instruments in this fun, hands-on session.
Language Exchange 5:00 PM in the TV Room
Practice any language in a relaxed setting while meeting like-minded people. Warning! There´s Happy Hour 2×1 on cocktails until 7:00 PM!
Yoga Class 7:00 AM in the TV Room
Relax, stretch, and connect with nature in a peaceful morning yoga session.