Learn Swiss German – Speak Like a Local in Switzerland

From 61.34 £ /h

Swiss German can be very different from standard German, and many people who move to Switzerland find it difficult to understand daily conversations.
As a native Swiss speaker, I help students learn how Swiss German is actually spoken in everyday life. My lessons focus on practical communication so that you can feel comfortable speaking with colleagues, friends, and locals.
I grew up in Switzerland in a multilingual environment. Swiss German is my mother tongue, and I completed my high school education bilingually in German and French. Later, I studied in the United Kingdom and now work professionally in English in the medical field.
Because of my work in international environments and as a ski instructor teaching people from all over the world, I am used to explaining things clearly and adapting my lessons to each student.
In these lessons we focus on:
• understanding Swiss German pronunciation
• practical everyday conversation
• vocabulary used in daily life in Switzerland
• improving your listening skills
• understanding Swiss culture and communication
These lessons are perfect for people who live in Switzerland or are planning to move here.

Extra information

bring your own laptop

Location

Online from Switzerland

About Me

Hi, I'm Evita. I grew up in Switzerland in a multilingual environment where languages were always a natural part of daily life. Swiss German is my mother tongue, and I completed my high school education bilingually in German and French. Later, I moved to the United Kingdom where I completed my university studies entirely in English.

Today I also work professionally in English in the medical field, communicating with people from many different countries and backgrounds. Because of this international environment, I understand how important it is not only to learn a language but to feel confident actually speaking it in real-life situations.

Alongside my professional career, I have several years of experience teaching and working with people from all over the world. As a private ski instructor in Switzerland, I teach both children and adults from different countries, which has given me strong communication and teaching skills. I am used to adapting my explanations and lessons to each student so that learning feels natural, clear, and enjoyable.

My teaching style is relaxed, motivating, and practical. I focus on helping students improve their speaking confidence, pronunciation, and vocabulary that is useful in everyday life. Every lesson is adapted to the student’s level, goals, and learning style.

I enjoy working with motivated students of all ages - whether you are learning a language for travel, work, moving abroad, or simply personal interest. My goal is always to create a comfortable environment where students feel confident to speak, ask questions, and improve step by step.

Education

Master’s Degree in Osteopathy (University College of Osteopathy - London, United Kingdom)
Bilingual High School Diploma (German / French) Switzerland
Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy, London

Experience / Qualifications

Multilingual speaker: Swiss German (native), German, English, French, Spanish and Italian.

Language teacher at secondary schools in switzerland

Sports Therapist / Osteopath working in international environments and communicating daily with patients from different cultures and languages.

Private Ski Instructor in Switzerland, teaching both children and adults from many different countries in private lessons.

Experience working in international sports environments and events where communication and adaptability are essential.

Experienced in explaining complex concepts clearly and adapting teaching styles to different personalities and learning needs.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

The class is taught in

English

German

French

Spanish

Italian

Skills

German

School

German for adults

Learning & study skills

Traveling

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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For conversation classes:

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