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LEARN GERMAN 

IN NEW YORK

Hey! I'm Julia! I created this atelier language school to build a space where learning actually fits your life: personal, practical, and without the rigid textbook approach. Our certified teachers help students speak German with confidence, showing them they can get there faster than they think.

6 Years of Teaching Experience

We teach German to a diverse range of levels and ages, from kids to adults (and everything in between😂)

100+ Happy Students

Those who have become not just students, but life-long friends

Success in German Exams

Whether it's Goethe Zertifikat, TestDAF or any other exam - we’re ready to guide you through it!

We are happy to offer:

  • Meet your teacher at a location that works for you—whether it's a quiet café, a library, or another cozy spot in the city. Our teachers tailor lessons to fit your goals and learning style. In-person instruction creates an interactive, engaging experience that many students find invaluable for building confidence.

  • Flexible scheduling with options for one-on-one or group instruction. During a free consultation, we'll match you with the right format based on your schedule and goals. Online lessons allow students to join from anywhere while maintaining the same quality instruction as in-person sessions.

  • Keep your German skills sharp or improve fluency through real-life conversation practice. Available in one-on-one or small group formats. These sessions focus on building confidence and naturalness in everyday speaking situations.

  • Our teachers have successfully completed advanced German exams including Goethe C2. The school offers structured preparation for all Goethe levels and TestDaF, guiding students step by step through exam requirements. Essential for those planning to study or work in Germany.

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We will assess your level, create your custom plan, match you with your ideal teacher, and send you a free self-study guide

Testimonials from our students

Screenshot of a positive review for Julia, praising her intelligence, patience, clear explanations, and helpful attitude in learning German, with a 5-star rating.
Screenshot of a review on a mobile app, with a red circle containing the letter J, and five gold stars. The review is by a user named Jae, posted one day ago, and is labeled 'New'. The review states: 'Best German Teacher! Fun class, Organized curriculum. It helps me a lot to boost my german skill as beginner. Highly recommend.' There are options to reply or like the review.

Jenna started learning German with me to prepare for her trip to Berlin, and within a few weeks, she could hold conversations for traveling

Jae began learning German with me to prepare for a potential move to a German-speaking country and can now communicate in basic German

Screenshot of a Google review by Allyson Gilbert, praising a German teacher named Julia for making learning fun and effective.

Allyson began learning German from scratch to prepare for real-life situations and daily interactions, she is making steady progress

Screenshot of a review for a teacher named Julia, written by Teresa Xie. The review includes a five-star rating and praises Julia as an amazing, kind, and patient German teacher.

Teresa began studying German with me to prepare for her Fulbright application to Germany — and was selected as a 2025–2026 Fulbright Scholar.

Google review written by Arturo Fernandez V., praising a teacher for teaching German with patience and clarity.
Screenshot of a Google review by Kiersten Plut about learning German with Julia, praising her lessons and patience.

An experienced polyglot, Arturo added German to his growing list of languages (he knows five!). Our lessons focus on clarity, structure, and natural expression — supporting his goal of learning German for both pleasure and personal growth.

Kiersten began studying German to reconnect with her Austrian heritage. Together, we’ve focused on practical conversation skills to help her feel confident speaking German when visiting her family’s homeland.

A screenshot of a positive review about Julia, a German teacher, from Marco Egizi. The review includes five stars and expresses gratitude and confidence in Julia's teaching skill.

Marco has gained foundational German knowledge, and we activated skills to confidently communicate with colleagues in 🇩🇪 environment

Screenshot of a review by Zoe J giving five stars, with a profile picture of a dog, expressing satisfaction with a German language learning app or service.
Screenshot of a Google review for a German language class, with five-star rating, by Maria Safronova, praising teacher Julia.

Zoe is studying German with me to prepare for future education or an internship in Germany and continues to build her skills

As an HR director aiming to expand her international career, Maria is learning German to enhance her professional communication skills. We’re focusing on tailored vocabulary, confident speaking, and intercultural fluency.

Flowchart showing educational steps: Goethe C2 Exam leading to a bachelor's degree in German Studies and Pedagogics, then a DAAD Scholarship for a long-term study program at Saarland University, including a German language course with DAAD scholarship at Saarland University, culminating in enrolment at Southern Federal University.

How has it all started?

I was born in Russia, and back then, I could have never imagined that one day I would live in another country. Ever since my childhood, I've been fascinated by languages. That's why I decided to study them with a focus on teaching. This passion led me to pursue a Bachelor's degree in German Studies and Pedagogics.

While completing my studies, I was incredibly grateful to win the DAAD Scholarship, which allowed me to study at Saarland University in Germany. Living and learning in Germany was an amazing opportunity to fully immerse myself in the language and culture.

After graduating, I felt driven to challenge myself by striving for native-level proficiency in German. Preparing for the Goethe C2 certificate exam while working long hours was … an interesting experience. But through discipline and hard work over two intense months, I was soo happy to finally earn that certification. It was a humbling journey that reminded me with dedication, even ambitious goals are achievable.

A young woman with glasses, wearing a black long-sleeve shirt, is sitting at a light blue desk with a silver MacBook, a pink phone, and a notebook. She is holding a pen and a notebook, looking down at her notes. Behind her on the white wall, there are five colorful posters related to language certification levels: B1, B2, C1, and C2.

How do we teach?

  • Complimentary First 30-Min Lesson to assess your level and set language goals

  • Our approach is centered around you and your goals

  • Lessons are structured to build your speaking skills through practice and interactive exercises, videos, and games that make learning engaging

  • Self-created, minimalistic lesson plans focused on communication skills

  • Immersive approach with warm-up conversations, real-life vocabulary, supportive feedback, and a focus on developing fluency.

  • Students are encouraged to "think in German" to foster speaking abilities early on

Take a look at the way our lessons usually look! →

  • Cover of a language learning book titled 'Unterricht 1 Verben und Pronomen' featuring a sketch of a handshake
  • A German language learning poster featuring a woman reading a book, with pronunciation tips, a humorous exclamation mark drawing, and a diagram showing pronunciation rules for certain vowels and consonants.
  • German pronouns, singular and plural forms with illustrations of people, including 'ich', 'du', 'er', 'sie', 'es', 'wir', 'ihr', and 'sie', with a note that 'Sie' is formal 'you'.
  • German language learning chart showing conjugation of the verb "sein" (to be) and example sentences in German.
  • German language chart showing verb conjugations for 'wohnen', 'kommen', and 'heißen' with example sentences and illustrations of people.
  • German language lesson about verb conjugation for 'to speak,' with illustrations of people speaking different languages and Flags of the UK, Spain, Italy, Russia, France, and China.
  • German self-introduction worksheet with phrases like 'My name is...', 'I come from...', 'I live in...', 'My native language is...', 'I speak...', and a large colorful 'hello!' at the bottom.
  • A chart with German greetings and their English translations, decorated with small illustrations of the sunrise, a daytime sun, sunset, moonlit night, and sky, labeled 'Essentials' at the top.
  • German language educational worksheet with photos of diverse people greeting, shaking hands, and smiling. Includes a cartoon bear with graduation cap and colorful speech bubbles with personal introductions in German.
  • A worksheet with a speaking task instructing to describe people based on lessons learned. It features illustrations of people representing France, Germany, and Italy, with corresponding flags, and a group of children labeled as Nina, Gabriel, and Antonio from Spain, with a note about playing soccer.
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