Online Group Course


Learn the 44 sounds of English in a small online group (max 4 learners).


“Great experience studying at Pronunciation Studio. Thorough material, professional teacher and tailored lessons. Thanks!” ★★★★★
MAITANE SERNA

Individual


The fastest and most flexible way to improve your skills at Pronunciation Studio, 121 courses are based on your most important areas for improvement in sounds, connected speech and intonation.


“Just after the first few lessons, I noticed a huge difference in my pronunciation and understanding of what native speakers are saying to me.” ★★★★★
AGNIESZKA KARGOL-KONIECZNA

8 Hours

1 hour/week. New courses start every 1-2 weeks.

The Sound of English

150 page ebook covering sounds, joining and IPA with audio.

IPA Certified Teachers

Pronunciation specialists with 10+ years’ classroom experience.

Online

The lessons are live via Zoom. 

Course Syllabus:


Each class is one hour of training, focussing on a different group of sounds:

Class 1: /ə/ | Content & Function Words | Weak vs Strong
Class 2: Short Vowel Sounds /ɪ,ʊ,ɛ,ɒ,ʌ,a/
Class 3: Long Vowel Sounds /iː,uː,əː,ɛː,ɔː,ɑː/
Class 4: Diphthong Vowel Sounds /ɪə,eɪ,aʊ,əʊ,ʌɪ,ʊə,ɔɪ/
Class 5: Fricatives /f,v,θ,ð,s,z,ʃ,ʒ,h/ | TH Voicing | Silent < h >
Class 6: Plosives /p,b,t,d,k,g/ | [ʔ] | < t > Linking | < ed > endings
Class 7: Approximants /w,r,j,l/ & [ɫ] | Silent < r > | Linking /r/
Class 8: Nasals /m,n,ŋ/ | Consonant Clusters

The classes correspond to each chapter of ‘The Sound of English’ so it is easy to revise and reference what you have done in each session. 

Fees, Dates & Booking


COURSE FEE: £299

Price includes 8 hour group course, and The Sound of English course pack.

To book your place, choose the course date from the list below and follow the ‘Book Now’ button.

We will contact you within 24 hours (Mon-Fri) to arrange your individual assessment.

UPCOMING DATES

  • 26/04-14/06 | Tuesdays | 7-8pm
  • 11/05-29/06 | Wednesdays| 1-2pm
  • 26/05-21/07 | Thursdays | 6-7pm (no class on 2/06)
  • 13/06-1/08 | Mondays | 8-9am
  • 29/06-17/08 | Wednesdays | 7-8pm

Any Questions?


We’ve answered most of the common questions below. Please contact us if the information you are seeking is not covered. 

Yes – we recommend taking an assessment before joining and it is free if you book your group course within 7 days of the assessment. 

For full information on the assessment class see here

If you can’t attend one of your classes, your teacher will show you which parts of the course materials you have missed. If you would like to take the class, you can book a 30 minute or 60 minute 121 class at a special rate (£30/30 minute, £60/60 minute) and go through the material with your teacher.

We don’t allow recording of group courses for privacy reasons. 

You can cancel any time up to 5 days before the course is due to begin for a full refund minus £15 processing fee. Cancellations within 5 days of course start date are not refundable.

Every course includes Pronunciation Studio’s course book ‘The Sound of English’ with audio. Your teacher may provide additional materials based on your needs – we have a large archive of exercises, audio and lessons for specific requirements. 

Our teachers will speak at normal native speed in class, so it is essential that learners can follow this without getting lost. The courses are suitable on this basis, for high intermediate to proficient level speakers.

All classes are taught by Pronunciation Studio’s IPA certified teaching team Tom, David and Zainab. Every member of the team has over 10 years’ classroom experience. 

Normally students stay with the same teacher throughout their course. 

Yes, you can take the course anywhere – just make sure you alter the times to match the local time where you are. 

You can make your own group with your friends (up to 6) – we can even offer a special timetable for you, please contact us for more information. 

Yes. Zoom works on computers, tablets and phones. If you need any assistance, let us know when you book and we will help you set up.