In-Person Begin. Italian | M 5 - 7 PM

Service Description

Ciao e benvenuti! Ready to start your Italian adventure? This beginner-friendly course meets once a week and is the perfect place to fall in love with the language — no stress, just lots of learning (and laughs!) along the way. Whether you dream of chatting with locals in Rome, ordering your favorite pasta like a pro, connecting with family roots, or simply trying something new and inspiring, this class has a spot just for you. You’ll build a strong foundation in Italian while speaking from day one — yes, you’ll actually talk in Italian right away! Our native Italian teachers bring the language to life with real expressions, cultural tidbits, and everyday phrases you won’t find in textbooks. Along with helpful homework for each class or handouts to review at your own pace, you’ll always feel supported as you learn. Course Goals: By the end of this class, you’ll be able to: • Introduce yourself and meet new people. • Shop, order delicious meals, and travel confidently by train or bus. • Conjugate verbs in the present tense, count, and tell time like a true Italian. Get ready to say “Parlo italiano!” and mean it — your Italian journey starts here! 🇮🇹✨ Required Text: A Self-Teaching Guide by Ilaria Serra and Edoardo Lébano Third Edition (red cover). We will cover Chapters 1-5 Price: $310 • Early Bird price (ends December 12 ): $295 • additional $15 Member discount with a coupon code. Last Day to Register: Friday, January 9, 2025 _________________________________________________________ Booking Policy Bookings close a week before the session starts. Cancellation Policy: I understand that once I paid and completed the registration process, there will be no refunds or credits for tuition or membership fees paid by students. Only in the case Dante Alighieri Society of Santa Cruz would not be able to deliver this class in its entirety, a full or partial refund be offered.