TRIAL CLASS B1 B2 C1.  I only use the ZOOM option so please confirm you accept this. I will send the ZOOM link 20 minutes before class or select this option when booking.

A 45 minute pre-made trial lesson for B1 B2 C1 levels.
COVERING but depending on your level:
✅  English needs and goals.
✅  Various question and answer topics.
✅  Techniques and planning a schedule. 
✅  The most frequently used vocabulary and how to learn them.  After class i will send the PDF files and links of the subjects we covered and a summary of the program if you wish to continue.

This trial class is used for students interested in taking the B1 B2 C1 structured program. It will see if you like my teaching style and if i think you are compatible for the course.

The "thrive fifty-five program" is a B2 to C1/C2 jump following 55 structured classes, for students with a current IELTS grade between 5.5 to 8.0.
It is a program specific to helping students move from:
intermediate to upper intermediate.  5.5 to 6.5
or upper intermediate to advanced 6.5 to 7.0
or lower advanced to mastery 7.0 to 9.0 

Stuck at intermediate and can't seem to make the jump to advanced English. Each class increases vocabulary, idioms and conversation from the previous.  By setting achievable monthly goals, you feel the progress climbing the ladder to fluency. Send me a message to discuss the benefits of this program and see if it's right for you or take a trial class. Please note that I ONLY use the ZOOM platform.

Why take this course?
✅ To significantly expand your current knowledge of English using lifestyle and world 
       topics which many traditional text book programs present in a rigid manner.
✅  Included full course notes with all the "immersion" classes.
✅ This course is extremely focused on vocabulary and conversation.
✅ Optional homework such as writing assignments or projects.
✅ Business Classes.
✅ Over 18 years old.

What will you learn? 
1.  Vocabulary, idioms, verbs, context, paraphrasing, synonyms, grammar 
      corrections associated at these levels and conversations.
2.  How to keep the conversation flowing to sound fluid, fluent and intelligent.
3.  How to express agreements, disagreements, opinions, presenting ideas, contrasts and
      talking about solutions.
4. Using extensive vocabulary lists to expand all manners of intellectual conversation.

🔻 This course does not cover? 
1. A credited CEFR level language course. 
2. Correcting of your academic papers or IELTS preparation.
3. My courses don't follow the traditional PPP methodology found in many language 
    schools. If you prefer this lesson form, then maybe try another teacher. 
4. Heavy grammar structured classes.
5. Students must use a laptop or tablet not a mobile.

PLEASE NOTE I AM CURRENTLY CHANGING LOCATION AND WILL OPEN SLOTS AS SOON AS I HAVE A PLACE TO HOST CLASSES. VERY SORRY FOR THE INCONVENIENCE. I WILL INFORM ALL WHEN SLOTS RE-OPEN. KIND REGARDS RITCH

We use the ZOOM platform. Book through the italki platform or i will send you the link 20 minutes before class.
Welcome to the “just conversation classes” for CEFR levels B1 B2 C1 which are aimed at students with a current IELTS grade of between 4.0 to 8.0. 

1. For those on the 55-program there are selected vocabulary complementary conversation practice classes. Please ask for the PDF.
2. These classes are conversation only and present a variety of topics. You will learn about: Complaining, to agree or disagree, talk about advantages and disadvantages, assumptions, expressing opinions, giving examples, expressing contrasts, solutions, re-phrasing, making suggestions, speculation etc.  OLD STUDENTS 2023 USE THIS ONE HOUR BOOKING TOO.

Why take this class?
Most students are behind with conversational skills compared to writing, listening and reading. It’s one of the most important areas in communication and these classes can help you improve.

✅ This is a conversation class ONLY. It is for discussing a diverse range of topics essential 
     in fluent conversation.
✅  Question and answer categories include: role-plays, analysing, reading, expressing 
       opinions and building confidence.
✅ You may be asked to prepare some replies to selected questions before class.
✅ 18 years and over please.  ZOOM platform only. Please use a laptop or tablet. A mobile 
     phone has a very small screen and may not give the best experience.

🔻 This lesson does not cover or include? 
1. Any other class category except conversation practice.
2. Correcting of your academic papers or IELTS preparation.
3. Grammar tuition.
4. Course notes.
5. My courses don't follow the traditional PPP methodology found in many colleges and 
    language schools. If you prefer this lesson type, then maybe these classes are not for 
    you.

CONVERSATION Q & A sessions. B1 B2 C1. A variety of question and answer topics to improve conversational fluency. 2023 STUDENTS USE THIS BOOKING TOO.

These sequenced supplement classes follow a course structure covering up to 44 graded lessons,  helping students move from 4.0 to 5.0 IELTS and above.
Each class increases vocabulary, idioms and conversation from the previous.  By setting achievable monthly goals, you feel the progress climbing the ladder to fluency.  It is highly recommended to complete the short assignments. Please select the ZOOM platform when booking.

Why take this course?
✅ To significantly expand your current knowledge of English using lifestyle and world 
       topics which many traditional text book programs present in a rigid manner.
✅  It's aimed at students with a current IELTS grade between 4.0 to 5.0. 
✅ This course is extremely focused on building vocabulary and conversation.
✅ Optional homework such as writing assignments or projects.
✅ Lots of course notes. I will give you the course notes for B1, but in some classes the full notes covering B1 to C1, for future study.
✅ Over 18 years old.


Why take this course?
✅ To significantly expand your current knowledge in the area of intermediate English using lifestyle and world topics which many traditional text book programs present in a rigid manner.
✅  It's aimed at students with a current IELTS grade between 4.0 to 5.0. . 
✅ Optional homework such as writing assignments or projects.
✅ Over 18 years old.

🔻 This course does not cover? 
1. A credited CEFR level language course. 
2. Correcting of your academic papers or IELTS preparation.
3. My courses don't follow the traditional PPP methodology found in many language 
    schools. If you prefer this lesson form, then maybe try another teacher. 
4. Heavy grammar structured classes.
5. Students must use a laptop or tablet not a mobile. Thank you for your understanding.

B1 LEVEL STUDENTS FOLLOW 44 STRUCTURED CLASSES to strengthen and expand conversational and communication skills. This is a vocabulary master program. Please select ZOOM option when booking.