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Online Irish language classes

Drawing on a wealth of experience in post-primary and third level education, we are proud to introduce Fréamh, our online Irish language initiative for adults, rooted in the rich linguistic soil of the Connemara Gaeltacht. At Fréamh, we offer weekly online classes that embrace a student-centred approach, focusing on the vibrancy of spoken Irish. Our course material is bespoke, tailored specifically to the collective needs of each learner. With Fréamh’s meticulously crafted lessons, we aim to instil a deep-seated confidence in our learners and support them on their journey to Irish language proficiency from the heart of the Gaeltacht.

Choose your starting point

Explore our class levels

Beginners
€220/ 10 classes

Interactive 1 hour, live class hosted, online weekly. Class material and notes provided beforehand and designed for beginners with little or no knowledge of the Irish language.

Improvers
€220/ 10 classes

Interactive 1.5 hour, live class, hosted online weekly. Class material and notes provided beforehand and designed for learners who have acquired A2 proficiency in Irish.

Meánrang
€220 / 10 classes

Rang beo, seachtainiúil, idirghníomhach 1.5 uair ar líne. Cuirfear ábhar ranga agus nótaí atá deartha d’fhoghlaimeoirí a bhfuil leibhéal B1 bainte amach acu ar fáil roimh ranganna.

FAQs

  • Classes are delivered using Zoom. Each registered learner will receive a Zoom link at the beginning of term which can be used to access the class for the 10 week period.

  • Ideally 8 to 10 learners per class, with a maximum of 12 learners. One on one classes are also considered please contact for details and price plan.

  • No. Custom made notes, in the form of self guided worksheets will be provided and sent before class We recommend you have a notebook and pen during the class to supplement them.

  • Each learner will have a different understanding of grammar. The main focus and emphasis in class will be on spoken Irish. Grammar will be introduced gradually and in context.

  • Yes. Learners will be encouraged to practice their spoken Irish and participate in communicative tasks with the main group and in smaller groups in break-out rooms.

  • Classes will begin mid- September 2024 and run for 10 weeks.

  • Payment can be done through PayPal or via a bank transfer, once suitable level and timeslot is identified and agreed.

What participants are saying about Fréamh classes

“I love Cormac’s Irish language classes because he always makes them informative while at the same time engaging and fun. He also uses creative activities that focus on listening and speaking Irish. Ná bí buartha! Don’t be worried! What ever your level you’ll leave with more Irish than when you started.”

Mary “Cáit” Daly, Minnesota

“Cormac’s way of teaching Gaeilge is resolutely anchored in the 21st century.  With an approach that combines games, challenges and media with more traditional exercises, Cormac makes sure Gaeilge is part of the learning experience and not just abstract theoretical notions that you learn on paper. I really enjoyed his class, which has made wonders for my pronunciation. I really feel like I’ve got a functional grasp of Gaeilge with Cormac’s teaching. Go raibh míle maith agat!”

Olivier O’Connell, Montreal

“Chríochnaigh mé sraith ranganna Gaeilge ar líne le Cormac le déanaí. Thosaigh mé mar Ghaeilgeoir díograiseach ach gan dóchas. Bhí na ranganna deartha go cúramach, éifeachtach agus an-spraoi. Éiríonn le Cormac an teicneolaíocht, eolas domhain ar an teanga agus scileanna iontacha teagaisc a chur le chéile, iad ar fad le meangadh gáire!”

George Shorten, Corcaigh