French teacher Lia Chapin

Lia Chapin

Community Tutor
Teaches
French
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
Thai
Speak French with Confidence — Conversation Practice for Adults
From FranceLiving in Chon Buri, Thailand (13:14 UTC+07:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 23, 2026
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Bonjour! I’m a native French speaker from Bordeaux, and I also spent 10 years living in Réunion Island, a beautiful French island in the Indian Ocean. My life has been quite international — I lived in Ireland and Malta, travelled around South-East Asia while working online, and I’ve been based in Thailand for the past three years. I learned English as an adult, so I truly understand what it feels like to search for words, feel nervous speaking, and slowly build confidence in another language. As a native French speaker, I’m here to help you feel that same confidence when speaking French. I can also use English during lessons if you need support. I’m new to teaching professionally, but I’ve supported many people in practising French through real conversations and cultural explanations — including helping my Irish husband become fluent. I enjoy working with adults who already know some French but feel shy or unsure when speaking. My lessons focus on natural conversation rather than grammar explanations. The aim is to help you express yourself more easily and speak with confidence in real-life situations. I’m patient, encouraging, and always adapt to your pace. My lessons are relaxed, supportive, and conversation-focused. They are designed for adult learners at A1–C2 level who want to feel more confident speaking. In our first lesson, we’ll discuss your goals and have a conversation adapted to your level. I’ll adjust my speaking speed to make sure you feel comfortable. I...
My teaching material
  • Text Documents
  • Video files
  • Image files
  • Audio files
  • Articles and news
5.0
Rating
43
Students
172
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

French Lessons

Trial Lesson
21 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
French Conversation Practice – Speak More Naturally
A1 -  C2

Conversation

98 lessons completed
USD 11.25+
Package with 15% off
French Reading & Speaking Practice
A2 -  C2

Conversation

53 lessons completed
USD 11.25+
Package with 15% off

Availability

32 Reviews

Sukh Gill
16 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
It’s been over a month since I started learning French with Lia and I’ve improved a lot. She explains everything clearly and keeps the lessons engaging and easy to follow. She’s supportive and adapts the lessons to my level, which really helps build confidence. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone learning French.
Apr 28, 2026
Johan Boen
16 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
Lia is energetic, knowledgeable, attentive and patient. She is also a good listener. Every lesson with her is always enjoyable and fun. There is never a boring moment. Learning how to speak in a new language can be very intimidating as I often struggle to find the right words or phrases or simply don't know what and how to say in French. But in every lesson with her, I don't feel like I am struggling that much as she makes me feel at ease at all time. She listens patiently and guides me in every step of the learning process. I am really lucky to have her as my teacher and I highly recommend her if you are looking for a teacher that can help and teach you how speak French naturally.
Apr 2, 2026
Nazra Nazeer
6 French lessons
Great session! Lia was assigned materials in advance, which makes the lesson feel focused and efficient. She was patient throughout, never rushing me, and her encouraging attitude kept me motivated. Would highly recommend!
May 21, 2026
Student Laura Elles
Laura Elles
7 French lessons
Teacher’s pick
Lia is very nice and calm! (Which is really important to me) Love how she takes the time to explain. I had less than the basic vocabulary before the class. She exceeded my expectations. Thank you Lia!
Apr 27, 2026
Student Yu Yang
Yu Yang
9 French lessons
I have taken 9 lessons with Lia and I am becoming more confident in speaking French. We even did some roleplays to prepare for my trip to France. Lia provides topics for discussion using Google Docs; with vocabulary, expressions, questions for discussion and suggested answers. Topics that you can discuss during your lessons. If there is a podcast/video that you will like to discuss in class, you can also send Lia the link and have a discussion in class too. Lia will accomodate to your learning style. As I am not a structured learning person, Lia will change her style and do natural conversations with me on top of using the Google Docs prepared, and she will guide me to use the commonly used French expressions whilst I am conversing. Lia provides a safe environment for me to learn French with her jovial personality!
May 22, 2026
Student Laura Elles
Laura Elles
7 French lessons
Thanks as Always Lia, always feeling like it’s easier and easier to speak french
May 14, 2026