Dimmelo Italian Class

Over the last year I have been attending my Italian classes online. At first I was quite resistant to the idea as I liked face to face learning however I have found it to be an enjoyable and flexible way to learn. Paul has used a range of interactive methods including video, audio and exercises which have all helped to make the sessions interesting. The virtual delivery has also meant that if I am working away I can still join the class which obviously wasn't possible before. Overall I th...

The first year of Beginners’ Italian has been really enjoyable. We have covered a lot of ground and it’s surprising how much we have done in just a few months. As you would expect we have covered various topics of relevance to visiting Italy but it has been far more than just ‘holiday Italian’ with transactional language and phrases. We have already learnt a lot of basic grammar and some more advanced concepts as well, meaning we are learning how to use the language properly for ourselves. I’...

Paul's on-line lessons for our group of five have worked well. As well as plenty of conversation, he has included videos and audio clips. His lessons have covered grammar along with practical situations you might need for an Italian holiday including travel, hotels and food and drink. As well as being very patient he also has a good sense of humour which always helps to make learning more enjoyable.

I have been having Italian lessons with Paul since 2017 and we moved to online teaching via Skype during the pandemic in 2020. I have found the experience of learning online very satisfactory and great fun and I actually prefer it to in person teaching. Paul employs the full range of techniques from conversation to reading, dictation and listening / comprehension. We have access to Paul’s whiteboard when needing clarification for example on spelling or points of grammar. The class size is sma...

I have been attending Paul's classes for many years and intend to continue. I really do enjoy them. Paul goes to a great deal of trouble to make the lessons interesting and challenging. Most of all the lessons come with a light touch and are often great fun! Most importantly I can enjoy speaking the language on my Italian holidays a little more each year. I highly recommend the lessons for all levels of learners.