For people who have tried everything

Want one-to-one coaching with me?

You deserve a teacher who knows you and puts time into you. Someone who takes responsibility for getting you there.

November is full. I have no hours left this month, but write to me anyway. We take a call, I hear where you are, and you are first in line when a place opens up. Send me a message

I can help you with:
Feeling secure when you speak Norwegian. At work, with friends, at a parents' meeting at school, or at home.
Passing norskprøven at the level you need.
NOK 8000 per month
Method

Why one-to-one?

Most of the people I work with have "tried everything" and are still not happy with their Norwegian. One-to-one gives you a setup that is both efficient and flexible, and it moves you forward whatever your goal is.

I have learned languages myself, and I know how demotivating it is to meet teachers who are not fully dedicated. Some teachers have so many students that they even forget what they have said before, and what the student actually needs to work on.

In my view, a good teacher has to know exactly what the student is working on. Staying closely involved and working together is what gives results. That is why I work the way I do.

My promise to you

I am with you the whole way. I know what you are good at, and I know what you need to work on.

Learning is not only about the subject. It is just as much about the person, so I spend time keeping you motivated and building a space where you learn on your own terms.

Your learning is my responsibility.

Background

A bit about me

Aria
Certified teacher with a degree in Norwegian language and literature, with formal training in grammar, linguistics, rhetoric, phonetics and plain language.
Specialised in teaching Norwegian as a second language.
I have taught in Norwegian schools, and I have worked as an editor responsible for Norwegian teaching materials.
I also studied music. I use that every time I teach pronunciation and intonation. I hear straight away why you do not sound Norwegian.

How we work

We start with a free introductory call. Then we begin:

1 The lesson
We meet on Zoom once a week, 60 minutes.
2 On your own
You get tasks and homework to do on your own.
3 Between lessons
You send me audio and texts, and you get feedback on WhatsApp. With many of my students I am in touch almost daily.
4 On top of that
You get unpublished course videos where they fit, and I make cheat sheets and overviews if you need them. I can also set up a pronunciation trainer just for you.
What people say
5 / 5

Aria is an outstanding Norwegian teacher! Aria has been a huge help in my Norwegian learning. From the very first lesson, he made me feel comfortable and focused on what I actually needed.

He is patient, clear, keeps lessons engaging, and he is genuinely invested in his students’ progress. He shares so many tips that I could put to use right away, whether it’s tackling tricky pronunciation, understanding how Norwegians really speak, or avoiding the common mistakes learners make.

Every lesson left me with something concrete to try, and I noticed improvement quickly.

If you’re learning Norwegian, whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to polish your skills, Aria is hands down the best choice. Tusen takk, Aria!

Yuliia@julmay19
5 / 5

Selv om jeg hadde bodd i Norge i ni år, slet jeg fortsatt med uttalen. Jeg hørte at jeg hadde aksent og uttalefeil, men klarte ikke helt å finne ut hva det var jeg gjorde feil.

Han gir presise tilbakemeldinger på det du får til, og på det du må øve mer på. Han er snill, motiverende og morsom, samtidig som han er akkurat passe streng.

Jeg er selv lærer, og derfor er jeg sikkert litt ekstra nøye med å velge lærer for meg selv.

In English

Even though I had been living in Norway for nine years, I was still struggling with my pronunciation. I could hear that I had an accent and made mistakes, but I could never quite work out what I was doing wrong.

He gives you precise feedback on what you are getting right, and on what you need to practise more. He is kind, motivating and funny, and at the same time just strict enough.

I am a teacher myself, so I am probably extra particular about choosing a teacher for my own learning.

Rachana@thewoodwolftrail
Price
NOK 8000 per month
Not sure if it is right for you?

Send me a message and we take a free call first. I listen to where you are and tell you honestly whether I am the right teacher for you, before you pay anything.