Let’s make Icelandic easi(er), together
Learn Icelandic online or in person, solo with a private tutor, in a group speaking course, or independently through guided self-study. In short: learn your way.
Learn with us
However you learn best, we can help you.
Private classes
Personalised attention, tailored lessons, and flexibility to suit your scheduling, pace, and goals means it's all about you. Maximise your progress and gain confidence faster with dedicated guidance from the best teachers*.
*No international teacher competition exists to verify this claim. Our teachers ARE excellent, though.
Speaking course
Build the confidence you need to break out of your shell and Start Speaking, or improve your pronunciation as you Keep Talking. In the speaking course you’re guaranteed three things: fun, friends, and fluency*
*Fluency not actually guaranteed unless you show up to classes and actively participate.
Self-study course
The perfect option for the independent student on a budget. Learn how to learn efficiently and effectively, empowering you on your language learning journey. Break through any obstacle* with expert support.
*Does not extend to physical obstacles, such as walls, rotating doors, or mean-looking geese.
Don’t just take our word for it
“Highly recommended!”
Þóra was an articulate, positive, energetic teacher who came very well prepared for all my requests. She worked hard to make the lesson as productive as possible. Highly recommended coach!”
“It was both fun and challenging.”
“Lemme's tuition helped me go straight into the second year of an Icelandic degree at the University of Iceland.”
“Siggi is a unique boy.”
“My Siggi is a unique boy. He is patient, understanding, and always ready to put himself in others’ shoes. I am so lucky to have this wonderful son.”
What makes us tick
Free resources
Frequently asked questions
Here is the percentage of the cost you can get back from various unions. If you can't find your union on the list, don't worry: it's not an exhaustive list.
- 75%: Efling, Drífandi
- 80%: SSF
- 90%: VR, Framsýn, AFL, Báran, and Hlíf
- 100%: BHM, FÍN, Fræðagarður, KÍ, Sameyki, and Stamos
Please note that while this is accurate to the best of our knowledge, always check with your union to be certain.
It depends.
It can take as little as a day to be able to order at a café, if you’re Danish and have a good instructor. It will take multiple lifetimes to be able to write a doctoral thesis, if you’re Vietnamese and never read or listen to any Icelandic.
As a rule of thumb, though, it takes about 1-2 years to reach equal footing with natives for day-to-day communication, assuming you’re immersed in the language on a daily basis.
It depends.
If you're an independent learner on a budget, the self-study course might be best for you.
If you'd like more hands-on expert guidance and don't mind paying for the expertise, private classes are your best bet.
If you want to focus on improving your speaking abilities and like learning with a small, tight-knit group, the speaking course will be your jam.
