Beginner Irish
Registration is now open for the next term of live classes starting January 2024
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"I have learned more Irish in these eight weeks than in all my previous efforts".
Carmel O'Connor, Manchester
To learn Irish is to unlock a deeper connection with the culture, history, people and landscapes of Ireland
The Irish language has been spoken in Ireland for over 2,000 years. Many of the Irish people who were forced to leave Ireland were Irish speakers, who lost their native language in order to survive and adapt to their new country. Many of those remaining in Ireland also lost their native language due to social and economic forces.
Beginner Irish is a fun and fascinating course and is by far the best method for learning a language that I have come across".
Richard Barrett, Los Angeles
Have you already tried to learn Irish?
If you want to see real progress, and fast, then you need a carefully structured course and a great teacher!
The Irish language is truly beautiful, and not nearly as hard to learn as the prospective Irish language learner might think!
My method varies greatly from that of school teachers. I won't need you to memorize long lists of Irish words or phrases. Rather, my online Irish courses are designed to get you to speak Irish straight away.
We'll work on building your Irish vocabulary so that you can have basic conversations in Irish very quickly. Learning a new language can be daunting, so let me help you learn to speak Irish in the easiest and quickest way possible.
Duolingo
Duolingo is a great place to start learning Irish....but it cannot replace a live class with a real teacher!
Youtube
Watching videos on Youtube is fine, but the lack of a carefully laid out progressive learning plan will slow down learning.
Textbooks
Why spend hours grappling with text books and grammar books trying to learn Irish on your own when I can teach it to you in no time at all!
"I'm an Irish-American who has been trying to teach herself Irish on and off for a few years. I've tried a few self-taught methods, but grammar and pronunciation problems always tripped me up. Then I did Beginner Irish and that was when I really started to see progress."
Meghan Wherrity, Philadelphia
How exactly does the course work?
Beginner Irish is a comprehensive course comprising self-study content split into 8 lessons.
Do the course fully in your own time as a self-study course or add a LIVE CLASS option to the online content. The next term of live classes starts January 2024.
Register NOW for the live option starting in January 2024 as places are limited.
The online content comprises explanatory video; audio recording of a short everyday conversation; online quiz and worksheet.
Full support is included: ask questions in the live class or at anytime in the online class forum.
Continue to access all the course for a minimum of one year from the date of purchase.
"The way in which the language was introduced and explained was excellent. The classes were light and fun. After years of trying to help my children with their Irish homework I finally can!"
Anne Burke, Gort, Co. Galway
A little bit about me...
Patricia Nic Eoin is ainm dom. I've worked with some of the big names in language learning (the Michel Thomas Method; the Olly Richards Story Learning series) and I've also deveoped my own courses for teaching Irish.
I'm a qualified solicitor and I've worked as an Irish language translator at the European Commission in Brussels. I live in Galway city, but am originally from the small village of Kinvara on the south shores of Galway Bay.
"Patricia's delivery of the course was faultless. Her easy-going manner belied her ability to give us a thorough workout!"
Carmel O'Connor, Manchester
"Everything is explained in a simple, logical way. Classes are held in a wonderful relaxed and friendly atmosphere."
Alana Duffy, Athlone
"The method of teaching was interactive and engaging. It was a lot of fun and I am amazed at how much I learned."
Brian Cannon, Palo Alto
"I highly recommend Beginner Irish! I have learned more in this course than in an entire year in other online Irish language courses".
Kristin Dowell, Florida
I might not be able to attend the live classes. Will I be left behind?
For how long will I have access to the material?
The course is based on which dialect?
What if questions arise during the course?
When does the course start and finish?
Is this course for absolute beginners?
Live classes on zoom!
Fully live course: live classes start on January 15th and run for 8 weeks
Self-study course: includes one live class on December 14th
What exactly is included?
Live Class
Join a small group from all over the world learning Irish together! The live class is fun and interactive. Speaking Irish right from the start is the top priority!
Support
Your questions answered as they arise during the course.
You can use the forum within your account, or email me directly.
Course Materials
Explanatory videos, recorded audio conversations and a comprehensive course booklet and worksheets are all included.
Easy Access
Access the materials on your computer or on your phone via a free app.
Slow down the conversation speed and learn at your own pace.
"Patricia was so friendly and encouraging and shared her knowledge in digestible chunks each week."
Maggie Whelan, Oxford
"Patricia's classes are relaxed and fully interactive. I cannot recommend All About Irish enough."
Helen Quinn, Portlaoise
"Classes are relaxed and not intimidating at all. I would definitely recommend Beginner Irish."
Katherine Gallagher, Nottingham
