In person Low Beginner Japanese Monday 5:15pm - 6:15pm PST (July 7th to August 11th) The class size is 3-6 students. Instructor: Mari
🇯🇵 Low Beginner Japanese – In-Person Class
📅 Course Dates
July 7th– August 11th
Format: In-person, small group (3–6 students)
Location: Polyglottist Language Academy, Berkeley campus
👥 Who This Course Is For
This class is ideal for students who have completed a beginner Japanese course or have basic familiarity with the language—such as greetings, essential vocabulary, and simple expressions. It’s the perfect next step for learners who want to deepen their skills in a structured, supportive, and in-person environment.
Whether you live in Berkeley, commute from Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose, or Napa, this course gives you the chance to learn in a warm classroom setting with ample speaking practice and cultural immersion.
📖 What You’ll Learn
This course builds upon your beginner foundation by introducing essential grammar points, expanding vocabulary, and strengthening speaking confidence through real-world communication. You’ll learn how to:
Construct sentences using basic Japanese grammar
Use everyday vocabulary related to food, shopping, directions, and introductions
Practice asking and answering questions in conversation
Improve listening skills and pronunciation
Read and write hiragana (and optionally katakana) with guidance
Lessons are designed to be highly interactive, with a focus on communication and cultural context. Each session includes partner work, group speaking activities, and cultural insights woven into the content.
🌍 Cultural Themes and Topics Include:
Everyday etiquette and politeness in Japanese culture
Common restaurant and market interactions
Travel-related phrases and city navigation
Introductions and personal background sharing
💬 What to Expect
Each class includes:
Live speaking practice in pairs and groups
Listening and pronunciation exercises
Short reading and writing activities
Cultural discussion based on real-life situations
Regular review and feedback to track your progress
✅ By the End of the Course, You’ll Be Able To:
Speak more confidently in daily situations
Form basic sentences with clarity and accuracy
Understand slow, clear spoken Japanese
Write and recognize basic hiragana
Build a stronger foundation for future language learning
👩🏫 About the Instructor
Mari, originally from Gunma Prefecture, Japan, is a certified Japanese language instructor through Seisa University in Yokohama. She holds a degree in French Literature from Meiji Gakuin University and later studied International Economics in Toronto.\n\nWith experience living and working in Tokyo, Toronto, Singapore, and Boston, Mari brings a rich global perspective to her teaching. Since settling in the Bay Area in 2005, she has taught Japanese to both children and adults in classroom and online settings. Mari is known for her warm, encouraging, and student-centered approach. Her lessons are tailored, culturally rich, and always designed to build confidence—making every student feel supported and engaged.
💡 Important Notes
The course runs from July 7th to August 11th at our Berkeley campus.
A minimum of three students is required for the course to run the full six weeks.
If only two students enroll, the class will still run but will be shortened to five weeks.
🏫 About the School
This class is offered by Polyglottist Language Academy, located in Berkeley and proudly serving students across the San Francisco Bay Area—including Oakland, San Jose, San Francisco, and Napa.
🇯🇵 Low Beginner Japanese – In-Person Class
📅 Course Dates
July 7th– August 11th
Format: In-person, small group (3–6 students)
Location: Polyglottist Language Academy, Berkeley campus
👥 Who This Course Is For
This class is ideal for students who have completed a beginner Japanese course or have basic familiarity with the language—such as greetings, essential vocabulary, and simple expressions. It’s the perfect next step for learners who want to deepen their skills in a structured, supportive, and in-person environment.
Whether you live in Berkeley, commute from Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose, or Napa, this course gives you the chance to learn in a warm classroom setting with ample speaking practice and cultural immersion.
📖 What You’ll Learn
This course builds upon your beginner foundation by introducing essential grammar points, expanding vocabulary, and strengthening speaking confidence through real-world communication. You’ll learn how to:
Construct sentences using basic Japanese grammar
Use everyday vocabulary related to food, shopping, directions, and introductions
Practice asking and answering questions in conversation
Improve listening skills and pronunciation
Read and write hiragana (and optionally katakana) with guidance
Lessons are designed to be highly interactive, with a focus on communication and cultural context. Each session includes partner work, group speaking activities, and cultural insights woven into the content.
🌍 Cultural Themes and Topics Include:
Everyday etiquette and politeness in Japanese culture
Common restaurant and market interactions
Travel-related phrases and city navigation
Introductions and personal background sharing
💬 What to Expect
Each class includes:
Live speaking practice in pairs and groups
Listening and pronunciation exercises
Short reading and writing activities
Cultural discussion based on real-life situations
Regular review and feedback to track your progress
✅ By the End of the Course, You’ll Be Able To:
Speak more confidently in daily situations
Form basic sentences with clarity and accuracy
Understand slow, clear spoken Japanese
Write and recognize basic hiragana
Build a stronger foundation for future language learning
👩🏫 About the Instructor
Mari, originally from Gunma Prefecture, Japan, is a certified Japanese language instructor through Seisa University in Yokohama. She holds a degree in French Literature from Meiji Gakuin University and later studied International Economics in Toronto.\n\nWith experience living and working in Tokyo, Toronto, Singapore, and Boston, Mari brings a rich global perspective to her teaching. Since settling in the Bay Area in 2005, she has taught Japanese to both children and adults in classroom and online settings. Mari is known for her warm, encouraging, and student-centered approach. Her lessons are tailored, culturally rich, and always designed to build confidence—making every student feel supported and engaged.
💡 Important Notes
The course runs from July 7th to August 11th at our Berkeley campus.
A minimum of three students is required for the course to run the full six weeks.
If only two students enroll, the class will still run but will be shortened to five weeks.
🏫 About the School
This class is offered by Polyglottist Language Academy, located in Berkeley and proudly serving students across the San Francisco Bay Area—including Oakland, San Jose, San Francisco, and Napa.
🇯🇵 Low Beginner Japanese – In-Person Class
📅 Course Dates
July 7th– August 11th
Format: In-person, small group (3–6 students)
Location: Polyglottist Language Academy, Berkeley campus
👥 Who This Course Is For
This class is ideal for students who have completed a beginner Japanese course or have basic familiarity with the language—such as greetings, essential vocabulary, and simple expressions. It’s the perfect next step for learners who want to deepen their skills in a structured, supportive, and in-person environment.
Whether you live in Berkeley, commute from Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose, or Napa, this course gives you the chance to learn in a warm classroom setting with ample speaking practice and cultural immersion.
📖 What You’ll Learn
This course builds upon your beginner foundation by introducing essential grammar points, expanding vocabulary, and strengthening speaking confidence through real-world communication. You’ll learn how to:
Construct sentences using basic Japanese grammar
Use everyday vocabulary related to food, shopping, directions, and introductions
Practice asking and answering questions in conversation
Improve listening skills and pronunciation
Read and write hiragana (and optionally katakana) with guidance
Lessons are designed to be highly interactive, with a focus on communication and cultural context. Each session includes partner work, group speaking activities, and cultural insights woven into the content.
🌍 Cultural Themes and Topics Include:
Everyday etiquette and politeness in Japanese culture
Common restaurant and market interactions
Travel-related phrases and city navigation
Introductions and personal background sharing
💬 What to Expect
Each class includes:
Live speaking practice in pairs and groups
Listening and pronunciation exercises
Short reading and writing activities
Cultural discussion based on real-life situations
Regular review and feedback to track your progress
✅ By the End of the Course, You’ll Be Able To:
Speak more confidently in daily situations
Form basic sentences with clarity and accuracy
Understand slow, clear spoken Japanese
Write and recognize basic hiragana
Build a stronger foundation for future language learning
👩🏫 About the Instructor
Mari, originally from Gunma Prefecture, Japan, is a certified Japanese language instructor through Seisa University in Yokohama. She holds a degree in French Literature from Meiji Gakuin University and later studied International Economics in Toronto.\n\nWith experience living and working in Tokyo, Toronto, Singapore, and Boston, Mari brings a rich global perspective to her teaching. Since settling in the Bay Area in 2005, she has taught Japanese to both children and adults in classroom and online settings. Mari is known for her warm, encouraging, and student-centered approach. Her lessons are tailored, culturally rich, and always designed to build confidence—making every student feel supported and engaged.
💡 Important Notes
The course runs from July 7th to August 11th at our Berkeley campus.
A minimum of three students is required for the course to run the full six weeks.
If only two students enroll, the class will still run but will be shortened to five weeks.
🏫 About the School
This class is offered by Polyglottist Language Academy, located in Berkeley and proudly serving students across the San Francisco Bay Area—including Oakland, San Jose, San Francisco, and Napa.