Yes. I offer a free 30-minute trial lesson so we can meet, discuss your goals, and see if we're a good fit—no commitment required.

All of them: A1, A2, B1, B1+, B2, C1 and C2. That said, my specialisation is advanced German (B2–C2) and academic German for university students and professionals that want to speak confidently and feel at home in German.

We meet via Zoom. Before each session, I'll send you a link—no downloads or accounts needed on your end. I share materials on screen, and you'll receive a summary and any resources afterward. Written homework can be send through email or as a google doc.

The standard lesson is 60 minutes.
Longer sessions of 75, 90, or 120 minutes can be arranged on request. These are billed proportionally: a 75-minute lesson counts as 1.25 lessons, 90-minute lesson counts as 1.5 lessons, and a 120-minute lesson counts as 2 lessons.

Yes, I generally spend 6 months in Seoul and 6 months in Paris. Get in touch to discuss availability and location options.

Absolutely. I've taught students from their very first German words through to C2 fluency. We start wherever you are.

They serve different purposes.
Group courses offer a strict curriculum, peer interaction, and tend to cost less per hour.
Private lessons offer flexibility, undivided attention, and a pace tailored entirely to you. They offer the space to focus entirely on your weaknesses, your goals, your schedule.

For exam preparation, busy students or professionals, or anyone with specific needs to address, private lessons are usually more efficient because you get what you pay for. Also you're not waiting for others to catch up or moving on before you're ready.

The honest answer: private lessons aren't better for everyone, but if you're reading this, they're probably better for you.

That's common, and the good news is it comes back faster than you think. We'll do an assessment to find out what's still there and build from that foundation.

I offer a language assessment to evaluate your current skills—speaking, listening, grammar, vocabulary. This helps us set the right starting point and goals.

Yes. I'm a certified telc examiner and writing assessor with experience preparing students for Goethe and telc at all levels, plus TestDaF. I'm also a certified fide supervisor, so I can help you prepare for the Swiss fide test.

After an initial assessment, I typically recommend a focused six-lesson package—this has proven sufficient for candidates who meet the level requirements. You'll receive mock tests, and we'll work through all components together: plenty of speaking practice so you feel confident on exam day, timed writing exercises in class, and written assignments to complete at home and submit digitally for detailed feedback.

That said, how quickly you progress also depends on how consistently you study between sessions.

Yes. You'll receive PDFs and mock tests specific to the exam you're preparing for. There is no need to buy anything separately. However, if we need to work on reaching the required level first, I may recommend a textbook.

It depends on our learning journey. After the initial assessment, we'll discuss how you'd like to proceed. I typically recommend purchasing a physical textbook—research shows that writing by hand remains one of the most effective ways to retain new information. The books I work with also come as interactive e-books if you prefer a digital option.

It depends on your level and goals. We'll decide together after the assessment.

No. Language learning has no age limit. I've taught students in their twenties and students in their sixties. What matters is consistency and the willingness to learn, not age.

Yes. I can tailor lessons to specific vocabulary and conversations in your area of interest: whether that's medicine, law, business, art, or something else entirely. I enjoy working with people who have a clear passion, and I'm happy to build lessons around what matters to you.

Your goal. We define it together and work toward it, adjusting along the way if needed. I emphasise speaking practice, because in the end it is all about being able to talk and get one’s ideas across. It’s usually where most learners need the most support and see the fastest results.

Zoom for video calls, plus whiteboards, Edupads, online games, interactive e-books, and various websites with exercises. I mix tools depending on what we're working on.

Contemporary methods, adapted to the situation and the learner. Experience has shown me that some approaches work better than others, but I don't believe in one-size-fits-all. What works for a visual learner preparing for an exam isn't what works for someone who needs confidence in meetings.

That depends on your goals and availability. Twice a week is a common rhythm and what I'd generally recommend. Once a week can work, but only if you're putting in study time between sessions. Some students come as often as five times a week—intense, but the results are fast. We'll figure out what makes sense for you during the trial lesson.

Twenty minutes a day beats two hours once a week. Language learning rewards regular contact. We'll discuss realistic habits that fit your life. If you struggle with consistency, no worries, I am also your cheerleader and can help you develop a study routine.

Normally, yes. I can't study for you. How much depends on your goals and availability, and we'll discuss what's realistic. Some students want it, some dread it, but consistent practice between lessons is what makes the difference.

Send me an email to get started. We'll arrange a free 30-minute trial lesson, and if we decide to work together, I'll send you an invoice.

No. I'm a trained professional with over 3,000 hours of teaching experience, and my rates reflect the quality, preparation, and experience behind every lesson. Package discounts are already built into my pricing, and a student discount is available with proof of enrolment.

Yes. If you can provide proof of enrolment, I'm happy to offer a student rate that fits your budget.

Lesson packages are listed on my pricing page. Payment is due before the first lesson, and I'll send you an invoice with all the details. The invoice must be paid before our first lesson starts.

Payment can be made via PayPal, Revolut, or bank transfer. I also accept cash payments if we meet in-person.

Of course but the rescheduling policy is 24 hours. Send me a message and we'll find another time based on my availability. That said, I ask that rescheduling stays the exception rather than the rule. We'll agree on a regular time slot that works for both of us, and I'd like us to stick to it as much as possible because I have other students to coordinate as well.

Life happens! Travel, work, busy periods: You can pause and pick up where you left off within six months of purchase. Just note that I don't offer refunds for unused lessons.

That said, I'm neither an AI nor Godzilla—if something comes up, just talk to me. Please don't ghost or disappear. I've been there, and if there's a solution, there's no problem.