Private English Classes with Richard
All of my Private English Classes are online classes using technology and Skype. I have now taught 1,845 online classes across the world. |
Why an Introductory Class?
I can assess your level of English. I can see what you need as a student. This helps me to plan your online classes.
You can meet me and can see how I teach online.
Student places are limited. Don’t wait to book an Introductory Class!
Book today and don’t lose your place!
I look forward to speaking to you soon.
Book your Introductory Class from your membership page.
There is a nominal 3€ fee for the Introductory Class. This checks that you can use Paypal in your country. I am a Trusted Merchant, so you know your transaction is safe and secure.
Intensive Classes are for students who want an intensive course of study and are willing to work hard to improve their English.
Students who want a less intensive learning experience can choose my Conversation Classes instead. |
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Before every Intensive Class I will send you a Class Preparation Pack that can include the following:
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Reading
- Listening activities
Actual content will match your level and your study needs. The Class Preparation Pack is an Adobe Acrobat file with embedded multimedia.
Your Intensive Classes can cover any preferred area of English for Special Purposes (ESP) including...
- General English
- Business English
- Medical English
- English for Technology
- Exam English for the Cambridge exams - PET, FCE, CAE, CPE
- I specialise in the Cambridge First Certificate in English exam, having taught it for many years.
- IELTS - Get a high-level pass in this important exam.
- Selectividad
...and will normally be based on one of the excellent textbooks from my extensive private teaching library.
After completing the Class Preparation Pack you will have an online Intensive Class with me based on the content of the Class Preparation Pack.
You can buy a minimum of 4 or 6 credits to get one 30 minute Conversation Class or Intensive Class, though most of my students save money by buying credits in bulk..
| Cost of Classes in Credits | |||
| Type of Class | Number of Credits | ||
| 30 Minute Conversation Class | 4 Credits | ||
| 30 Minute Intensive Class | 6 Credits | ||
| 45 minute Conversation Class | 6 Credits | ||
| 45 Minute Intensive Class | 9 Credits | ||
| 60 Minute Conversation Class | 8 Credits | ||
| 60 Minute Intensive Class | 12 Credits | ||
| 75 Minute Conversation Class | 10 Credits | ||
| 75 Minute Intensive Class | 15 Credits | ||
| 90 Minute Conversation Class | 12 Credits | ||
| 90 Minute Intensive Class | 18 Credits | ||
| 105 Minute Conversation Class | 14 Credits | ||
| 105 Minute Intensive Class | 21 Credits | ||
| 120 Minute Conversation Class | 16 Credits | ||
| 120 Minute Intensive Class | 24 Credits | ||
| Buying Credits | |||
| Buy Credits | Total Cost | You Save | Cost per credit |
| 1 | €1.50 | - | €1.50 |
| 4 | €6.00 | - | €1.50 |
| 6 | €9.00 | - | €1.50 |
| 20 | €24.90 | €0,60 | €1.47 |
| 30 | €43.65 | €1,35 | €1.46 |
| 40 | €57.60 | €2,40 | €1.44 |
| 60 | €84.60 | €5,40 | €1.41 |
| 80 | €111.60 | €8,40 | €1.40 |
| 120 | €163.80 | €16,20 | €1.37 |
Book your classes at the times and dates that suit you - depending on availability of class times.
There are class times available on the booking calendar 7 days a week. You are sure to find a time that suits your busy lifestyle.
If you want to improve your pronunciation quickly, take a look at the Advanced Pronunciation Course
These classes cost a little more than Conversation Classes because they involve considerably more work on my part.
To convert prices to your currency click: XE Personal Currency Assistant
Advanced Pronunciation Course - British English
My Advanced Pronunciation Course is for students who want an intensive course of study to improve their English pronunciation. You can read full details here. I make the best use of technology in my lessons. I use screen-sharing so that I can explain language points to you during class. It's just like having me sitting beside you in your own home or office, though we can be thousands of miles apart! |
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Students who want a less intensive learning experience can choose my Conversation Classes instead. |
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Before every Pronunciation Class I will send you a Class Preparation Pack that will include the following:
- A full explanation of the part of pronunciation we are looking at in the class.
- Listening activities so that you can hear examples of the pronunciation points being discussed.
- Exercises to help you understand the pronunciation points.
The Class Preparation Pack is an Adobe Acrobat file with embedded multimedia.
After completing the Class Preparation Pack you will have an online Intensive Class with me based on the content of the Class Preparation Pack.
You can buy a minimum of 4 or 6 credits to get one 30 minute Conversation Class or Intensive Class, though most of my students save money by buying credits in bulk..
| Cost of Classes in Credits | |||
| Type of Class | Number of Credits | ||
| 30 Minute Conversation Class | 4 Credits | ||
| 30 Minute Intensive Class | 6 Credits | ||
| 45 minute Conversation Class | 6 Credits | ||
| 45 Minute Intensive Class | 9 Credits | ||
| 60 Minute Conversation Class | 8 Credits | ||
| 60 Minute Intensive Class | 12 Credits | ||
| 75 Minute Conversation Class | 10 Credits | ||
| 75 Minute Intensive Class | 15 Credits | ||
| 90 Minute Conversation Class | 12 Credits | ||
| 90 Minute Intensive Class | 18 Credits | ||
| 105 Minute Conversation Class | 14 Credits | ||
| 105 Minute Intensive Class | 21 Credits | ||
| 120 Minute Conversation Class | 16 Credits | ||
| 120 Minute Intensive Class | 24 Credits | ||
| Buying Credits | |||
| Buy Credits | Total Cost | You Save | Cost per credit |
| 1 | €1.50 | - | €1.50 |
| 4 | €6.00 | - | €1.50 |
| 6 | €9.00 | - | €1.50 |
| 20 | €24.90 | €0,60 | €1.47 |
| 30 | €43.65 | €1,35 | €1.46 |
| 40 | €57.60 | €2,40 | €1.44 |
| 60 | €84.60 | €5,40 | €1.41 |
| 80 | €111.60 | €8,40 | €1.40 |
| 120 | €163.80 | €16,20 | €1.37 |
Book your classes at the times and dates that suit you - depending on availability of class times.
There are class times available on the booking calendar 7 days a week. You are sure to find a time that suits your busy lifestyle.
These classes cost a little more than Conversation Classes because they involve considerably more work on my part, and form part of an intensive pronunciation course in British English.
To convert prices to your currency click: XE Personal Currency Assistant
Exam Classes
I specialise in helping my students maximise their success in the following exams:
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Cambridge First Certificate in English |
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Click on any of the above links to be taken to the official exam pages for more information about the exams.
My courses are designed to help you get the best possible score in your chosen exam in the shortest possible time. These classes are Intensive Classes and I will provide you with all of the materials you need to successfully complete your exam preparation.
I look forward to sharing in your exam success in the near future.
Conversation Classes are for students who just want to practice their spoken English. They are a very cheap and convenient way to practice and improve your speaking. Conversation Classes give you immediate help with your pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar. They can last up to 120 minutes. |
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After each class I will send you all the class notes that I make during the class.
You can buy a minimum of 4 or 6 credits to get one 30 minute Conversation Class or Intensive Class, though most of my students save money by buying credits in bulk..
| Cost of Classes in Credits | |||
| Type of Class | Number of Credits | ||
| 30 Minute Conversation Class | 4 Credits | ||
| 30 Minute Intensive Class | 6 Credits | ||
| 45 minute Conversation Class | 6 Credits | ||
| 45 Minute Intensive Class | 9 Credits | ||
| 60 Minute Conversation Class | 8 Credits | ||
| 60 Minute Intensive Class | 12 Credits | ||
| 75 Minute Conversation Class | 10 Credits | ||
| 75 Minute Intensive Class | 15 Credits | ||
| 90 Minute Conversation Class | 12 Credits | ||
| 90 Minute Intensive Class | 18 Credits | ||
| 105 Minute Conversation Class | 14 Credits | ||
| 105 Minute Intensive Class | 21 Credits | ||
| 120 Minute Conversation Class | 16 Credits | ||
| 120 Minute Intensive Class | 24 Credits | ||
| Buying Credits | |||
| Buy Credits | Total Cost | You Save | Cost per credit |
| 1 | €1.50 | - | €1.50 |
| 4 | €6.00 | - | €1.50 |
| 6 | €9.00 | - | €1.50 |
| 20 | €24.90 | €0,60 | €1.47 |
| 30 | €43.65 | €1,35 | €1.46 |
| 40 | €57.60 | €2,40 | €1.44 |
| 60 | €84.60 | €5,40 | €1.41 |
| 80 | €111.60 | €8,40 | €1.40 |
| 120 | €163.80 | €16,20 | €1.37 |
Book your classes at the times and dates that suit you - depending on availability of class times.
There are class times available on the booking calendar 7 days a week. You are sure to find a time that suits your busy lifestyle.
To convert prices to your currency click: XE Personal Currency Assistant
For Students who want a more intensive course of study, choose my Intensive Classes.
Writing Course
This course is for native, and non-native English speakers who have an intermediate or above level of English. I will help you to quickly learn to produce effective and impressive written work that will not only get you noticed but will also help you to achieve the success that you deserve. Don't let poor writing skills hold you back. Sign up for my writing course today and discover just how quickly your written words can demonstrate just how bright you really are. |
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I will help you to impress you colleagues, your bosses and even yourself with your use and understanding of:
- Nouns, verbs, pronouns, adjectives, adverbs
- Prepositions, conjunctions and interjections
- Phrases, clauses, sentences and paragraphs
- Punctuation including periods, commas, colons, semi-colons, hyphens, parentheses, quotation marks, question marks and exclamation points
- Idioms, clichés, jargon, tautology and faddish words
- Your writing style and choice of vocabulary
- Planning, outlining, drafting and revising
The Course
Depending on your needs, your writing course may be based around one of the well-written course books that I have used successfully with many other students.
If it's more appropriate, I will design the course personally for you.
Am I Qualified to Help You?
What are my qualifications to tell you how to write better?
- I have been a professional writer since 1984.
- I have written and had published numerous articles in national (UK) and international magazines and in newspapers and trade publications.
- I write articles for publication in print or on the Web every month.
- I have written and published several short stories in popular magazines.
- I have been employed as an advertising copywriter, writing the entire copy for several successful advertising campaigns in the UK.
- I have been employed as a freelance copy-editor for several business clients.
- I have developed several websites, including this one.
- I am an experienced and qualified English teacher, teaching all aspects of grammar to students in the classroom and online since 2003.
- I am passionate about the English language.
You can find out more about my love affair with the English language by visiting my blog at richalmers.com.
Here is a random testimonial from my students.
You can see all the testimonials here.
On Thursday, 28th October 2010, Merly Maynes from Philippines said:
Hello, Richard
It was an amazing online lesson that I've ever had last night aside from being the first one. Yes it was my first lesson in the web ever and it was so unforgettable. I'm very grateful that you have done such job and giving chance to students like me who can't subscribe to your lessons. Though it was only an introductory class, I was enlightened with your English lessons. I hope I would have the opportunity to have online lessons with you in the next days to come.
I know with such teacher like you, students would not be bored in their lessons. They will gain more and it could be a "nice little nest egg for their future".
Again thank you Richard, more power and may God bless more.
Sincerely,
Merly Maynes
