You are looking for tailored, one-on-one coaching to meet your specific needs and goals. We get you!
At any level of Portuguese, we’ll meet you where you are and take you where you want to go.
With a dedicated professional coach, you’ll receive customized lessons designed to help you progress at your own pace and focus on what matters most to you.
Here’s why learning Brazilian Portuguese from Street Smart Brazil is a great idea!
A Trial Lesson is the best placement test and is a low-cost way for you to test-drive our Portuguese lessons. At the end of the session your teacher will know more about your goals and skills than any standardized test could ever tell.
Your instructor will work with you from the start to develop a course of learning that meets your needs and delivers your goals.
You will quickly see the difference it makes when you learn with experienced instructors and great learning materials.
We have been teaching Portuguese online since 2008, helping learners around the globe speak our beautiful language with ease.
To learn a language, you need to speak it, period. Just like you need to drive a car to learn how to drive, and the same way you need to cook to learn how to cook.
Similarly, to speak another language, you need to speak it.
There is only so much that apps, videos, and books can do for you.
To speak naturally and to fully develop your listening skills, you need to practice your Portuguese in real-life situations, carrying out natural conversations.
Get all the practice you need with our one-on-one Portuguese lessons via video meetings.
You get your own private Brazilian Portuguese teacher, and you can learn from anywhere.
1. Learn what you want. Whether you want to build customized vocabulary in topics of your interest, practice conversation, or focus on your writing, your tutor will customize your Portuguese lessons to your level and goals.
2. Enjoy more practice. With one-on-one Portuguese lessons it’s all about you. You will be 100% engaged with your instructor and will be able to make the most out of your lessons.
3. Learn at your own pace. With one-on-one Portuguese lessons you don’t have to wait for anyone or rush to keep up with others. Come as you are and let us help you advance toward your goals.
We all know that placement tests aren’t that great. You might read and write well, but have a harder time speaking or understanding your Brazilian friends. Instead of a placement test, book a 30-minute Portuguese Trial Lesson and test-drive our service. At the end of the session your teacher will know more about your goals and skills than any standardized test could ever tell. Your instructor will work with you from the start to develop a course of learning that meets your needs and delivers your goals.
Use the form above 👆🏼 to book a 30-minute trial lesson with us.
1 trial lesson per client is our policy, por favor.
The content of our one-on-one lessons is highly flexible and tailored to your personal learning objectives. Whether you want to improve your conversational skills, focus on grammar, or explore Brazilian culture, our lessons are adapted to suit your needs. We have a comprehensive library of class materials that we use like building blocks in a Lego game, creating your learning path based on your progress and interests.
Lesson materials are carefully selected to match your current proficiency level and learning goals. We have a structured program and a rich library of resources that allow us to customize each lesson. As you progress, we adapt the materials to ensure that you are constantly challenged and engaged, making the learning process dynamic and effective. All materials are included with your lessons at no extra cost.
With that said, if you are interested in buying a book, we have a review of the best books to learn Portuguese on our website.
Claro! One of the key benefits of our one-on-one lessons is their flexibility. You can choose to focus on specific topics or skills that interest you the most. Whether you need to prepare for a trip to Brazil, improve your business Portuguese, or master tricky grammar points, we tailor the lessons to meet your individual needs and interests.
You can schedule classes at times that best fit your busy lifestyle. With our one-on-one lessons, you have the flexibility to set your own pace. However, consistency and practice are key to developing fluency. We recommend starting with one hour per week to build a solid foundation. Regular practice between sessions will significantly enhance your progress.
If you’re preparing for the Celpe-Bras exam, the frequency of your classes will depend on how soon your test is and your current level of Portuguese. We can create a tailored study plan to ensure you are fully prepared in time for your exam.
The time it takes to learn Portuguese varies for each person. We all have different talents and abilities. Some people are naturally adept at learning languages and progress quickly, while others may take a bit longer, which is perfectly fine. Everyone has their own strengths and paces. We’ve had clients become conversational in three to four months, while others take more time due to different commitments and learning styles. At Street Smart Brazil, we tailor our lessons to fit your individual needs and help you progress at your own pace.
Yes, you will always have study materials and homework 📝. The more you practice between sessions, the faster your Portuguese will advance. With that said, we understand that many of our clients are busy professionals with demanding schedules, family commitments, and full lives. How much homework you do between sessions is entirely up to you. We are here to support you. If you cannot complete the homework, your instructor will work with you through the exercises during your sessions. That is perfectly fine too.
There are significant differences in pronunciation and the way grammar is used in everyday conversations between Brazilian Portuguese and the Portuguese spoken in Portugal and other Portuguese-speaking countries. The primary difference is in pronunciation. It’s similar to a foreigner learning English in the US and then traveling to England or Australia; they would need to adjust to the different accents and vocabulary. The same applies to Brazilian and European Portuguese. If your goal is to visit a Portuguese-speaking country other than Brazil, we recommend finding a teacher from that country.
For additional insight into this topic, we recommend reading the blog posts below. They were written by an American who learned Brazilian Portuguese and then moved to Portugal:
