Marbella · Est. 2006
Practical learning for the next generation.
Two clear paths — pick the one that fits your age.
Now reopening · Full academy 2027
Ages 16+Daytime AcademyMon–Fri · DaytimeFull-time alternative education — AI, hospitality, music, events and entrepreneurship.Explore coursesAges 8–15After-school CreativesWeekdays · 16:00 – 19:00Weekly terms, weekend workshops and holiday camps alongside regular school.View workshops
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How we teach
Real projects. Real mentors. Real outcomes.
Marbella Academy is not a traditional school. It's a creative, practical learning environment where students choose blocks, build portfolios, ship real work and learn from people doing the job. Small groups. International cohort. Mediterranean light.
- ·Build your own schedule from short, focused blocks.
- ·Hands-on, project-based programmes — not lecture-based.
- ·Mentors who are working professionals, not just teachers.
- ·International, English-first, with Spanish on tap.
What they say
Already here. Already working.
“I learned a lot during the classes — and got a job directly as a bartender when I got home to Sweden. Without a doubt the best trip I have done. Anyone thinking about it: do it.”
“I would definitely recommend this course. It is a combination of a lovely holiday and an excellent education.”
MEA Artists
Our DJs, out playing right now.
Collab partners
The people and companies we build Marbella Academy with.
Born in Puerto Banús
Marbella Event Academy began in Puerto Banús. Twenty years of running the room — now taught, course by course.
Since 2006Marbella
Get started
Build a schedule that fits your life.
Pick the blocks you want — across one course or several — and we'll come back with a personalised plan and pricing.