Online Finnish classes with skilled Finnish tutors

Professional Finnish teacher from Helsinki I'm a professional, positive, encouraging teacher, who gives to you materials, tasks and regular feedback. Learning can be fun! With me you won't be afraid to speak in Finnish, I'm patiant and helping you. I believe that everyone can learn and I'll do my best to find the ways that makes learning easy for you. I have graduated from the University of Helsinki and accomplished Finnish language studies in the University of Jyväskylä. I have bee teaching Finnish on all levels since 2016, to the beginners as well as to the advanced students. I have many students who have the common problem: osaat lukea ja ymmärrät kirjakieltä, mutta et ymmärrä tavallista puhetta. Voin auttaa :)

I'm patient, considerate and attentive to what students are saying and asking, I try to encourage them and decrease any stress by means of using materials and teaching helps best suited for each particular student.

☆ Private and group lesson ☆ YKI preparation ☆ Puhekieli ☆ Kids, teens and adults - welcome! I have a degree in Social Science and I’m a certified teacher. I’ve worked with private students, schools, and companies, and I’ve also written language books for Finnish learners. I specialize in helping students not only learn the language but also settle into life in Finland. My lessons focus on practical, everyday communication, including colloquial Finnish. I also introduce students to Finnish culture, customs, and daily life to help them feel more at home. I personalize lessons for each student according to their needs and interests. I’m passionate about education and always strive to give my best to every student, helping them grow, settle in, and reach their goals.

A Finnish language professional with many years of teaching experience. All ages & levels welcome! Hei! I’m Veera — a Finnish language professional with a master’s degree in translation and years of teaching experience. I’ve got to know the ups and downs of language learning (English, Norwegian, Japanese, Russian — ask me for tips!). I love exploring cultures — especially Japan’s — and reading a good book or playing games. My passion is also helping students speak Finnish confidently. Whether you’re prepping for the YKI test, traveling, or just starting out, you're welcome to book my lessons. I want you to feel at home in Finland! As a trained translator I am first and foremost an expert of Finnish language, and I have a minor in Finnish. I have been teaching Finnish from beginners to all the way to advanced Finnish speakers and native speaker. I have experience teaching different age groups: kids, teens and adult. My lessons will be tailored to your wishes, goals, language level and interests. I am a calm person who likes to help others learn, so don't be afraid to ask questions or make mistakes. I believe that everyone can learn Finnish! :) I am a flexible teacher who can teach a structured course with a study book, but can also teach in any other way you want (talking about different topics, YKI prep, reading news articles or books, watching videos or an episode of a TV show and talking about them afterwards,...).

Co-creator | Finnish Daily Dialogues podcast I teach with empathy, clarity, and genuine enthusiasm. My goal is to help learners feel confident using Finnish, especially when speaking. I create a supportive, low-pressure environment where you can express yourself freely, mistakes included. I believe real development comes through meaningful interaction, and I’m here to guide you through it at your own pace.

I'm a language mentor. I endeavour to support my pupils' foreign language acquisition. Do you want to practice your passive language skills? Or are you a beginner looking for guidance? As someone who has tutored pupils from all walks of life, from absolute beginners to advanced learners, I may be of help at any stage. My manner of proceeding during the lesson is to construct an image about my pupil's situation and provide advice. Although I'm quite familiar with grammar and other theory, I try to teach everything through context to make it meaningful. In that way learning is engaging and fun, and it's easier to wrap one's head around things. I value that the pupil enjoys the learning process and gets to freely choose the conversation topics.

Finnish for adult learners | Clear grammar and practical Finnish Hi, I’m Iiris. I teach Finnish mainly to adult learners. I have a Master’s degree in Finnish language and over three years of teaching experience. I’ve worked with both private students and groups, including students preparing to study in Finland. Since I learned Finnish myself as an adult, I understand how difficult Finnish grammar can feel at first. My goal is to make Finnish clearer, more logical, and easier to use in real life — not only in textbooks. My lessons are suitable if you want to: • understand grammar clearly • use Finnish in everyday situations • prepare for living, studying, or working in Finland • study in a structured but relaxed way Students often describe me as calm and easy to talk to. I adjust lessons based on your goals and learning style, and I try to create a relaxed atmosphere where making mistakes is part of learning. I usually combine grammar, vocabulary, and speaking practice in the same lesson. Beginners start step by step, while intermediate students focus more on conversation, corrections, and deeper grammar understanding. I mainly use Suomen mestari together with my own original materials, slides, and videos. In the first lesson, we discuss your goals and make a study plan together. If you want to understand Finnish more clearly and feel confident using it, I’d be happy to help! :)

New students welcome! 🌸 Tervetuloa opiskelemaan yhdessä! Moi! I’m a native Finnish teacher from Helsinki, currently living in Japan. I speak Finnish, Japanese, English, and Swedish. I've always had a passion for languages, both teaching and learning! I majored Japanese language and culture in university, and after graduating I continued my studies in Japan. I have experienced many different learning techniques, and I’m not shy to say that I’m a slow learner. Practice makes perfect! Teaching Finnish in Japan creates a sense of connection between my life in Japan and my home country, and I want to share Finnish culture with my students. Celebrating the Finnish holidays in Japan is important for me! I have experience teaching Japanese students both online and face-to-face, working with individuals as well as groups of up to 11 students in private language schools. I always tailor my lessons according to my students’ needs and interests, whether you are preparing for school, work or an exam, learning for travel, or simply studying for everyday communication. Note: I do not have particular experience in teaching children. Let me know in advance if there are any topics you want to talk about, or any phrases or grammar points you'd like me to cover and I’ll prepare accordingly. 私は日本語を学ぶため様々な勉強方法を経験した事があるが、やはりたくさん話すのが一番になります！ レッスンではより多くのフィンランド語を聞いて話してほしいので、説明は両方フィンランド語と日本語でします。もしレッスンで使いたい書類、勉強したい文法やトピックの希望があれば、レッスンの前に教えてください。

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Multilingual Qualified Teacher | Special lessons for geeks! | open & patient I am a qualified English and French teacher but I fell in love with teaching Finnish! I have several years of teaching experience in different settings. I've taught Finnish on Italki and in a company teaching Finnish to internationals hoping to move to Finland. Before that, I've also taught French in secondary school and English in vocational school in Finland. When it comes to my teacher persona, I am a kind, patient open-minded person - not at all like your worst fear of a super-reserved, cold Finn. That said, I'm still a Finn!

Mondays with Mikael | Discover Finnish & Finland 🇫🇮 Hi, I'm Mikael. I offer something you cannot find in a textbook: lived experience of Finnish language, culture, society and work. I teach from 12:00 to 20:00 Helsinki time. In the US, that is your morning or midday, depending on your time zone. With an M.A. in Education from the University of Helsinki and over 30 years of experience in Finnish workforce, I bring a practical, first-hand perspective to our lessons. You don't need to live in Finland, move here, or have a specific goal. Your starting level doesn't matter. If you are curious about Finnish or Finland, that is enough. I don't pretend to know everything. I'm here to explore Finnish and Finland with you. Ask questions, make mistakes, discover new things and explore safely. What we can focus on: Real Finnish: spoken and standard Finnish, everyday expressions, pronunciation, vocabulary and how people actually communicate. Life in Finland: culture, history, society, work, humour, habits and the unwritten rules textbooks leave out. Your questions: I may not know the answer straight away, but I'll find it. Together we explore not only how Finnish works, but why. Special areas: Finnish for work and university, cultural exploration, and Raw Finnish, a Finnish-only challenge for advanced learners. My style is calm, practical, curious and flexible. There is no pressure to perform. We explore and learn together. Book a trial lesson!

Internationally raised MBA student with a background in early childhood education Most important to me as a teacher is that you try and feel empowered through the learning process. Mistakes are part of the learning journey. I love to challenge my students to take steps beyond what they believe they are capable of. However I don't push you beyond your limits, but I will always help you when I see you are stuck. I also acknowledge our different personalities and will learn the approach you prefer me to have in supporting you, whether it's to give more space or to be more intently present.

Let's make learning fun, pidetään hauskaa yhdessä oppitunnilla! :) I love learning languages! Rakastan kielten opiskelua! :) That's why it is my passion to help others learn my native language. To me Finnish is the most beautiful language in the world, which makes me enjoy teaching it. I love meeting people from all over the world, too. Let's learn about Finland and about your culture - together! Let's get to know each other in Finnish! Opitaan tuntemaan toisemme oppitunneilla! :) I have studied numerous language throughout my life, which makes it easy for me to understand your position as a language learner. Learning a new language takes time and a lot of willpower, but I will do my best to make it a smooth ride for you! :) To me that means being a patient and an empathetic teacher. Learning isn't always linear and it is totally understandable to have times, when you don't have time to do your homework. :) I want to listen to your wishes! If you wish to study more "traditionally", I will find a textbook that suits your level, so that we can go through it chapter by chapter together. That way it is easy to focus on grammar, reading and writing. If you want to focus more on speaking, we can use games that help us with come up with different themes. We can also go through news articles, short clips or social media posts by reading, translating and discussing about them. Don't be afraid to request anything; the lessons are for YOU! Älä pelkää esittää toiveita, teen parhaani, jotta tunnit sopivat juuri SINULLE! :)

I have two University degrees and I have been teaching finnish and swedish both for beginners and business people. I have also worked as a translator. The most challenging mission was in Monaco, where very talented multilingual people wanted to learn swedish and finnish and learn it fast, because they did business with Scandinavian countries.

As a teacher I'm very detail-oriented and I have a deep understanding of how Finnish works. I'm always enthusiastic for those moments of realization with my students when they come to understand confusing parts of Finnish. My students value my corrections and notes.

El finlandés tiene fama de ser un idioma difícil, pero yo creo que el problema no es la dificultad sino que tiene una lógica diferente a la del español o el inglés. Por eso, al principio hay que sumergirse en la estructura del idioma (qué es super interesante! y que además explica un poco la forma de ver el mundo de los finlandeses). (Ahora) esto no quiere decir que vamos a dejar la práctica de lado. Vamos a utilizar el idioma desde la primera clase.

As a teacher I am patient and interested in the students' progress. I am passionate about teaching Finnish and wish to make language learning interesting and fun! Notice: I do not have particular experience in teaching children. If you wish to book a lesson for your child, please contact me beforehand.

Step into Finnish with confidence – I’ll guide you along the way Moi, hauska tutustua! My name is Salla, and I hail from the beautiful Nordic country of Finland, where I currently reside. I'm a kind, happy, and patient person. In my free time, I enjoy sports, reading, writing, and knitting. I also love spending time outdoors. During my time teaching Finnish, I’ve had the opportunity to work with students from many different backgrounds. Every learner is unique, and I enjoy helping each student reach their own language goals. I can't wait to meet you! Nähdään! :)

Qualified native Finnish teacher with years of experience in online teaching Hi! I'm Maria, a Finnish, English and French teacher from Finland. In addition to teaching and learning languages, I love music - I sing and play the violin. When I'm not working on the computer, I spend time with my little daughter and help my husband tend our small farm. My other interests include dance, reading, hiking and other outdoors activities. I have a master's degree as a French and English teacher, in addition to which I'm a native Finnish speaker. I'm passionate about learning and teaching languages and have lived and taught in Finland, France, Spain, US, and China since I graduated in 2016. I have been teaching Finnish, English and French full time online for over four years now. I'm known for my patient, thorough and good-humored teaching style. I use textbooks in digital format but also videos, songs and all kinds of online material, my goal being to make learning fun and interesting for you. I aim to work on speaking, listening, reading, and writing equally unless you need to improve one area in particular. I can also help you prepare for YKI test or other language exams.

Finnish for Russian/German/Swedish/English Speakers – Patient Guidance for Confident Learning As a native Finnish speaker fluent in English, German, and Swedish (with intermediate Russian), I specialize in helping you master Finnish through cross-linguistic comparisons and intuitive memory tricks. Whether you are aiming for YKI exam success or daily fluency, I make one of the world’s most unique languages feel familiar. Why Learn With Me? My methodology bridges the gap between your native tongue and Finnish, utilizing your existing language skills to accelerate progress. Comparative Grammar: We break down Finnish structures by comparing them to English, German, or Swedish logic. The "Writing-to-Speak" Method: We use structured writing to build the mental pathways needed for natural, fluid conversation. Safe Learning Space: My "mistake-friendly" approach ensures you feel confident practicing. Errors aren't setbacks—they are essential milestones. Tailored Learning Paths YKI & Exam Prep: Strategic milestone planning, targeted practice tests, and focused revisions to ensure you are exam-ready. General Fluency: Progressive immersion where we start speaking when you feel ready, using a mix of textbooks and authentic Finnish media. Interest-Based Lessons: We design the curriculum around your goals and pace. "Language learning isn't about perfection—it's about building the confidence to connect. Let’s grow your Finnish naturally, one step at a time." Ready to make Finnish feel like home? Let’s start your journey today!