Speak English with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
English confidence for adult Catalan and Spanish professionals and motivated adult learners who want to explore different topics. In English. You may actually improve your fluency along the way, but no guarantees.
Hosted by Brendan
Welcome to the English-Connect page. My name is Brendan and I will be your English Conversation Tutor. If you have have at least a pre-Intermediate level of English then these classes might be what you are looking for.
English Coaching for Catalan and Spanish Adults With Busy Schedules!
An hour, two hours or more, you choose. Whether it's one-on-one or in small, focused online groups, we’ll dive into cool and relevant topics, or maybe not so cool or relevant but hopefully,engaging speaking activities. It’s all about building your fluency, boosting your confidence, and sharpening your English language skills through immersive conversations that may take you down a rabbit hole or two. Who doesn't like rabbit holes? So, let's learn in a supportive environment, (I'm not going to scream at you), where confidence, connection, and progress come through interaction and by ditching the fear of making mistakes.
Teaching Methodology
Awareness = insight (Recognising your weaknesses (probably shyness) and establishing goals)
Action = engagement (practice the skills you actually have - Yes, you have - by expressing yourself freely)
Authenticity = identity (communicate with confidence in your own, authentic way, on our own terms. No one's gonna judge you!)
My lessons are conversation-based, designed for professionals and motivated learners who are eager to improve. A B1 level is sincerely recommended. We are not going to page 10 of English Grammar In Use. Classes will be fun, engaging, and include constructive feedback, with corrections given when needed. If you're stuck repeating certain mistakes, I’ll help you work through and fix them. While the focus is on communication, grammar isn’t ignored. I'll incorporate grammar points into our lessons if I see you need them. You'll notice most of my blog/ lessons have a grammar point included anyway. But it's not the focus, rather an extra.
We’ll explore real-world topics, current events, and trending news, giving you the opportunity to express your ideas and opinions freely—without the fear of making mistakes. Making mistakes is not only okay, it’s an essential part of the learning process. It's ENCOURAGED!
My goal is to help you speak English naturally, confidently, and with more purpose. English isn’t just a subject, I see it as a conversation, and through our lessons, you’ll build fluency through expressing ideas, opinions, fears , doubts, whatever comes up - through conversation .This is when real learning happens. Because you'll remember the lesson. If it's interesting and engaging, of course you're going to remember the lesson. If you remember a lesson it means you learnt something, something stuck. It goes without saying though: A lot depends on your attitude and willingness to show up. As yourself of course, warts and all...
What You Can Expect
- Fun and interactive classes. Rabbit holes.
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100% Native English teacher, speaks Catalan / Spanish more or less.
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Flexible scheduling.( where possible)
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Individual or group sessions. Group sessions are interesting, differing perspectives generate more interesting outcomes.
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Possible home visits ( where possible)
- Live teacher to student instruction. Online from comfort of home.(or office)
Your attitude makes all the difference.
The more curiosity and openness you bring, the faster your English ability and confidence flourish. (Improve) Flourish means to improve, millorar / mejorar Embrace mistakes as part of the journey; each one is a valuable step in learning through active participation.
Frequently asked questions
If this sounds like the right fit for you, book a free intro chat and let’s start talking!
Our Classes
To take a class with me, first make your purchase and then make your reservation
General
General English Online Classes
A 50 minute general English conversation class - Reading /comprehension /vocabulary 10 mins - Discussion/opinion/ debate 30 minutes - Grammar point 10mins-Wrap-up/class
| General Conversation | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 lesson | €15,00 |
| 5 lessons | €14,50 |
| 10 lessons | €13,50 |
| Una lliçó pot incloure un grup de fins a 3 amics, companys de feina o familiars. |
Business
Business English Online Classes
A 50 minute business English conversation class from home - Reading /comprehension /vocabulary 10 mins - Discussion/opinion/ debate 30 minutes - Grammar point 10mins-Wrap-up/class revision
| Business Conversation | Price |
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| 1 lesson | €16,50 |
| 5 lessons | €15,00 |
| 10 lessons | €14,00 |
| Una lliçó pot incloure un grup de fins a 3 amics, companys de feina o familiars. |
Professional Business
Business English Online Classes
A 50 minute business English conversation class from the office.Reading/comprehension/vocabulary 10 mins Discussion/opinion/ debate 30 minutes - Grammar point 10mins-Wrap-up/class revision
| In Company Lessons | Price |
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| 1 lesson (up to 4 people in group) | €30,00 |
| 5 lessons | €27,00 |
| 10 lessons | €25,00 |
| Una lliçó pot incloure un grup de fins a 3 amics o companys de feina |
Please contact: info@english-connect.com for more information
Contact Us
C/Doctor Ferran, 2, C
08440 Barcelona
English Meet-Ups Cardedeu
Saturday-1000h-1115h-Cardedeu
Un ambiente divertido y relajado donde discutimos diversos temas. Diseñado para mantener y mejorar tu fluidez en inglés. Se recomienda un nivel de inglés pre-intermedio/intermedio (B1+)
Cafe Bar Café Central- Cardedeu
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Business
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Cost Of Living Rising in Catalonia
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