Italian for Beginners

Welcome. You’ve found the perfect place to start.

Our Beginner Levels will guide you step by step into the beautiful world of the Italian language. Whether you're completely new to Italian or already familiar with the basics, this is the perfect place to begin. Throughout these levels, you'll build a strong foundation in grammar and gain the confidence to engage in simple, everyday conversations. Expect a communicative approach, fun activities, and a welcoming learning environment.

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  • Beginner 1

    This 8-week course is designed for absolute beginners and offers a warm, accessible introduction to the language. Start here!

    This course will help you: 

    • Communicate in Italian at
    a basic level 
    • Use correct pronunciation 
    • Engage in simple conversations, asking and answering questions

    Key grammar topics: nouns, adjectives, indefinite articles, present tense, plus expanded vocabulary and conversation practice.

    Class Meets:
    Mondays 12- 1:30pm (PST)
    Class duration: 1.5 hours.
    Location: online course via Zoom
    Textbook: Dieci A1 - Alma edizioni
    Minimum students: 4

    Class Schedule:
    September 8, 15, 22, 29. October 6, 13, 20, 27

    Price: $350
    Book now! Seats are limited.

  • Beginner 2

    This 8-week course will expand your ability to engage in basic interactions building upon what you've learned in Italian for Beginners 1.

    This course will help you: 

    • Interact with confidence at a bar or restaurant 
    • Express your food preferences 
    • Ask the right questions in a hotel

    Key grammar topics: definite articles, modal verbs, irregular verbs, plus expanded vocabulary and conversation practice.

    8-week online course

    Class Begins: August 6th, 2025.
    Class Ends: September 24th, 2025.
    Class Meets: Wed. 6-7:30pm (PST)
    Class duration: 1.5 hours.
    Location: online course via Zoom
    Textbook: Dieci A1 - Alma edizioni
    Minimum students: 4

    Class Schedule: August 6, 13, 20, 27. September 3, 10, 17, 24

    Price: $350
    Book soon! Seats are limited.

  • Beginner 3 (COMING SOON)

    This 8-week course will continue building upon what you've learned in Beginners 1 and 2, expanding your ability to communicate in Italian in everyday situations.

    This course will help you:

    • Ask and give directions 
    • Ask and tell time 
    • Talk about yourself and the
    things you like

    Key grammar topics: compound prepositions, reflexive verbs, verb piacere, plus expanded vocabulary and conversation practice.

  • Beginner 4 (COMING SOON)

    This 8-week course is designed for continuing beginner students or for those who have a basic foundation in Italian.

    This course will help you: 

    • Talk about past experiences 
    • Talk about festivities and traditions 
    • Talk about your family

    Key grammar topics: particle ci as adverb of place, passato prossimo, possessive adjectives, plus expanded vocabulary and conversation practice.

  • Beginner 5

    This 8-week course is designed for continuing beginner students or those with a basic foundation in Italian.

    This course will help you: 

    • Shop with confidence in Italy
    • Talk about food, cooking, and recipes 
    • Speak with a pharmacist or doctor for health-related needs

    Key grammar topics: direct pronouns, time prepositions, and informal imperative mood, plus expanded vocabulary and conversation practice.

    8-week online course

    Class Begins: August 6th, 2025.
    Class Ends: September 24th, 2025.
    Class Meets: Wed. 6-7:30pm (PST)
    Class duration: 1.5 hours.
    Location: online course via Zoom
    Textbook: Dieci A1 - Alma edizioni
    Minimum students: 4

    Class Schedule: August 6, 13, 20, 27. September 3, 10, 17, 24

    Price: $350
    Book soon! Seats are limited.

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