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I Feel Butterflies In My Tummy
- Start:
- September 4, 2011 1:00 pm
- End:
- September 4, 2011 3:00 pm
Learn to talk about moods, feelings and emotions.
Who? This class is for intermediate members. Do you ever find it difficult to express your feelings and emotions after watching a brilliant film or after listening to some awesome tunes? Because if you do this is the lesson for you.
What? In this lesson you will listen to different types of music and watch clips of movies. We’ll then use these as a stepping stone to explore the different idioms and high quality language native speakers use to express their feelings and emotions. Finally, you’ll practice telling a story and reviewing and commenting on movies you have watched. Book Now»
Learn to talk about people’s personal characteristics and daily habits that annoys you.
Who? This class is for Intermediate members. Does it drive you up the wall when someone is chatting to you on the bus non-stop? Does it make your blood boil when you’re waiting patiently and somebody jumps the queue? Are you sick and tired of people spitting on the floor without a care for other people around them? If you want to be able to describe these annoying habits, then make sure you come to this class!
What? In this lesson we will describe different people’s characteristics and talk about their habits – mostly their bad ones! We will discuss which bad habits really get on our nerves and how this can affect our relationships with our families and people around us. Book Now»
Learn to talk about your hobbies and interest and things that you like and dislike doing.
Who? This class is for Pre-Intermediate members. What do you like to do in your free time? Do you prefer to stay in doors watching TV or being out doors playing tennis? Do you absolutely love cooking or would you prefer someone to cook for you?
What? In this lesson we will learn how to talk about our hobbies and interests, things that we enjoy doing and things that we are not so interested in. Finally we will practice how to invite people out and confirm the time and place. Book Now»
Learn the language you need to talk about your money, finances and spending habits.
Who? This class is for Intermediate Students. What kind of spender would you say you are? Are you someone who splashes out on a good night out? Do you ever hold back if you know that something is going to cost you an arm and a leg? Have you ever been so broke that you can’t make your ends meet that month? Or are you so frugal with money that you would always save for a rainy day? If you love talking about money, then make sure that you book this class.
What? You’ll walk away being able to talk about your own spending habits, and those of the people around you. We’ll also look at different attitudes towards money, and discuss our own opinions on what are the right and wrong ways to think about it. Book Now»
Learn to create schedules, make bookings, and check arrangements.
Who? This class is for Pre-Intermediate members. How often do you travel? Where would you like to go if you had the chance? What do you enjoy about travelling? What don’t you enjoy? Do you ever travel on business? If you want to be able to talk about travel and improve the skills you need to create schedules, make bookings and check arrangements then make sure you book this class.
What? In this lesson we will practice how to make flight, train and hotel bookings on the phone and in person. We will also practice clarifying travel details made at a ticket office, check in desk, in a taxi and at a hotel. Finally we will use this opportunity to practice numbers and figures so that we can check the times and dates and ask for the price. Book Now»
Learn the language you need to talk about your health and to communicate to a doctor when you’re at the hospital or at the chemist buying medicine.
Who? This class is for Pre- Intermediate members. I don’t think I feel really well today, my nose is all runny and blocked up, I’ve got a sore throat and a serious bad cough. I think i’ve caught the flu. If you were ill, would you know what to say? If not then this is the lesson for you.
What? In this lesson we’ll learn how to describe the basic symptoms of an illness and the other things that can go wrong with different parts of your body. We’ll also look at the language of asking and giving information, and finding out problems. Finally we’ll practise using this language by role-playing doctors and patients in lots of different situations! Book Now»
Learn to give advice on difficult situations and make suggestions to solve other people’s problems.
Who? This class is for Intermediate members. When it comes to giving advice are you the one who everyone turns to? Or are you a good listener who likes to take the back seat? Do you know people who always try and butt in to other people’s business all the time? If you want to practice giving and receiving advice then make sure you book this class.
What? In this lesson you will practice how to give and receive advice in different kinds of situations. Next we’ll decide what kind of advice would be the best to solve someone else’s problems and also learn the language to introduce a problem and express your feelings. Finally we will discuss a variety of difficult situations that the typical family comes across in real life, for example major family decisions, work, career, marriage and raising kids. Book Now»
Learn to talk about your intensions and wishes and practice using going to, planning to, would like to, and would prefer to correctly.
Who? This class is for Pre- Intermediate members. What will you do if I gave you 1 Dollar? “I think I will…” What will you do if I gave you 100 Dollars? “I’m pretty sure I’ll…” What would you do if I gave you 1 million Dollars? “Without a doubt I would…” If you want to practice your future tenses and know when to use will and would accurately in a sentence then make sure you book this lesson about first and second conditionals.
What? In this lesson we will practice focusing on how to use going to, planning to, would like to and would prefer to correctly. We will also look at the pronouncing contractions of will, I am and I would. Finally we’ll plan out a dream holiday, including where we would like to go, things to expect and stuff that we’ll plan to do on this holiday. Book Now»
We Need To Invest In Education!
- Start:
- July 2, 2011 1:00 pm
- End:
- July 2, 2011 3:00 pm
Learn to talk about different education systems and the best ways to improve it.
Who? This Class is for Intermediate members. The most important responsibility of educators is to prepare students for a job. Do you agree? It should be the educator’s job to provide students with the skills they need to be successful at work? What’s your opinion? To what extent do you think that the most important role for an educator is to help build students confidence and make sure they are ready to live a happy life? If you want to talk about different education systems then make sure you book this class.
What? In this lesson we will look at the pros and cons of the Chinese education system and compare it with the west. We will also work together and discuss different ways we can improve the standard of education and talk about what the repercussions would be. Book Now»
Learn the language you need about advertising and to make sure you don’t get ripped off next time you go shopping!
Who? This class is for Intermediate members. Some people think that advertising provides a valuable service by informing consumers about products. Would you agree? On the other hand some people feel that advertising has a negative effect on society by encouraging people to buy things that don’t really need. What do you think? People say that advertising is a great way to raise prices. Is this true? If you want to be able to give your opinions and discuss the finer points of advertising then make sure you come to this lesson.
What? In this lesson we will focus on discussing what makes an effective advertisement by reviewing a selection of pictures, slogans and endorsements. We will also look at the methodology of how advertising campaigns are implemented, for example using huge billboards and direct marketing – and analyze the different types of language these methods use to get their messages across. Finally we will use this opportunity to learn how to sell a product in terms of their it’s features and its unique selling points. Book Now»
Learn some useful language for buying and selling and picking out good deals.
Who? This Class is for Pre-Intermediate members. Sales people use all kinds of different tricks and strategies to make sure they make a sale. In order to not get ripped off and find a bargain we need to be aware of what deals are on offer so that we can get the best value for money. If you want to know more about selling and not getting ripped off next time you buy something then make sure you come to this class.
What? In this lesson we’ll look at different ways of describing promotions and discounts, and how to find out what deals are available. Finally, we’ll look at the specific language of buying and selling products and practice using it to sell some of our own products. Book Now»
Learn the language you need to talk about living in a vibrant, bustling city or chilling out in the peace and quiet of the suburbs.
Who? This class is for Intermediate members. Do you live in a convenient neighbourhood, where your apartment is centrally located and surrounded with recreational facilities? Or do you live out in the sticks where it takes you more than two hours to commute to work every day, but there’s plenty of fresh air and the community spirit is great when you come home? If you want to learn to talk about the city and the neighbourhood you live in then make sure you book this class.
What? In this lesson we will talk about the advantages and disadvantages of living downtown and in the suburbs and find out why people choose where they live. Finally we’ll look at different properties and compare them in terms of location, facilitates, furnishing and price etc, so that we can get the best value for our dream home. Book Now»
Learn to talk about moods and emotions and describe how you feel in different situations.
Who? This class is for Pre-Intermediate members. If you had an interview tomorrow, how would you feel? If you found out you were having a baby, what is the first thing you would think of? And if you discovered you were about to lose your job, how would that affect your mood?
What? In this lesson you will learn how to describe your feelings in different situations. We will also talk about the difference between mood, emotions and feelings and how these are all related to each other. Book Now»
Learn to talk about different laws and decide which things should be banned.
Who? This Class is for Intermediate members. In Britain, smoking is banned in indoor areas, and in Hong Kong even outdoor public spaces like parks prohibit smoking. Would you like to see smoking banned in public places? In Spain, it’s common for beaches to have areas set aside for people to sunbathe in their birthday suits, but do you think it should be forbidden to sunbath topless on the beach? In Scotland, it’s illegal for parents to smack their kids, but do you believe they should be allowed to smack their own children? If you want to talk whether things should be banned or not banned in your country then make sure book this class.
What? In this class we will look at a variety of different scenarios and situations involving controversial behaviour, and then debate whether these actions should be banned or not. We will also practice using modal verbs of obligation to discuss things that we should and shouldn’t do. Finally, we’ll hold a planning meeting to determine what the rules of our own country would be if we could rewrite the rulebook. Book Now»
Learn to talk about your own and other people’s personalities and characteristics.
Who? This class is for pre-intermediate members. Do you come across as an outgoing person? Do you give off the impression that you’re shy? Or are you just simply rude! If you want to know how to talk about your own and other people’s personalities and characteristics then this is the lesson for you.
What? In this lesson you will look at pictures of different people and use high quality language to describe their personality to each other and the impressions they give off. We’ll also look into using comparatives and superlatives and finally do some role plays to practice the language. Book Now»
Learn to talk about fashion, style and taste and giving your own opinions.
What? This lesson is for Intermediate members. Are you style conscious? How would you define your own style in clothes? How much do you know about the latest fashions and trends? Is it important to spend a lot of money to be stylish? If you are interested in talking about people, style and the latest fashions then don’t forget to book this lesson.
Who? In this lesson we will talk about your attitude towards fashion and whether you feel the need to present yourself in certain styles for specific occasions. We will also look into different styles of fashion such as piercings, shaved heads, tattoos and dyed hair, amongst others. Finally, we will compare these different styles of fashion in groups as some people find body piercing the pinnacle of beauty but on the other hand some find it revolting? So what’s your opinion?
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Learn the language you need to make and deal with complaints in a professional manner.
What? This class is for Intermediate members. Do you have to deal with angry customers at work all the time? Do you have to handle extremely difficult customers and not sure what’s the best way to deal with them? Or are you the person who’s always making the complaints? If you want to be able to deal with complaints better and improve your customer service skills then make sure you come to this class.
What? In this lesson we will look at the different situations of why people might make a complaint. We will then practice some useful phrases for dealing and making complaints in a professional manner, focusing on identifying the problem, showing empathy, apologizing, correcting and explaining and putting things right for the customer. Finally we will use this opportunity to practice the language we learnt in real life situations. Book Now»
Learn to book tickets over the phone and clarify times and dates.
Who? This class is for Pre-Intermediate members. What kind of films are you into? What about a comedy, which would make you laugh from start to finish? Or how about a tragedy which could make you cry your eyes out? Or even a horror that would make your hair stand on end? If you want to be able to talk about different kinds of movies then make sure you book this lesson.
What? In this lesson we will practice inviting people out and making recommendations for what films to watch. We will also practice using reported speech to describe different movies to each other by talking about where the film took place, the plot, special effects, the characters, costumes, and the actors and actresses. Finally we will practice booking cinema tickets over the phone and clarifying times, dates and requesting seats. Book Now»
Learn to talk about the different relationships between couples.
Who? This Class is for Upper intermediate members. At what age do you consider someone is old enough to be going out with a girlfriend/boyfriend? Get married? Or even have children? Is it generally better to go out with someone the same age because they have more in common? Do you think that women who look for men twice their age are gold diggers? Or do you think they just want to be taken care of? If you want to talk about different kind of relationships between couples then make sure you come to this class.
What? In this lesson we will look at different kinds of relationships and decide whether they are acceptable or not. Then we will discuss some of the issues relating to these people’s problems and try and come up with the best solutions to solve them. Book Now»
Here’s a little Something For You!
- Start:
- May 14, 2011 1:00 pm
- End:
- May 14, 2011 3:00 pm
Learn to talk about finding the right present to buy for the right occasion.
Who? This class is for Intermediate members. People all over the world give gifts on special occasions, but different customs give different things. In your country when do you generally give presents? What do you usually give? And are there any things that wouldn’t be considered appropriate? For example in some cultures it’s not appropriate to give knives and scissors – what about in China? If you want to find out what’s the most suitable gift to buy on different occasions then make sure you book this class.
What? In this lesson we will find out what is the most suitable gift to give someone on different occasions. We will also learn about different cultures customs, so next time when we need to buy someone a present we are aware of what to and not to buy. Finally we will practice using these phrases to thank someone after receiving these gifts. Book Now»
Movie Night (1)
Learn to talk about movies we love and hate watching, and make recommendations to our friends and family.
Who? This class is for Pre-Intermediate members. What kind of films are you into? What about a comedy, which would make you laugh from start to finish? Or how about a tragedy that could make you cry your eyes out? Or even a horror that would make your hair stand on end? If you want to be able to talk about different kinds of movies then make sure you book this lesson.
What? In this lesson we will talk about different genres of movies. We will practice talking about movies that we both enjoy and are not interested in watching, by using reported speech. Finally we will learn how to describe our feelings, moods and emotions when watching different kinds of movies. Book Now»
It Should Be Banned
Learn to talk about different laws and decide which things should be banned.
Who? This Class is for Upper- Intermediate members. In Britain, smoking is banned in indoor areas, and in Hong Kong even outdoor public spaces like parks prohibit smoking. Would you like to see smoking banned in public places? In Spain, it’s common for beaches to have areas set aside for people to sunbathe in their birthday suits, but do you think it should be forbidden to sunbath topless on the beach? In Scotland, it’s illegal for parents to smack their kids, but do you believe they should be allowed to smack their own children? If you want to talk whether things should be banned or not banned in your country then make sure book this class.
What? In this class we will look at a variety of different scenarios and situations involving controversial behaviour, and then debate whether these actions should be banned or not. We will also practice using modal verbs of obligation to discuss things that we should and shouldn’t do. Finally, we’ll hold a planning meeting to determine what the rules of our own country would be if we could rewrite the rulebook. Book Now»
Arguing The Toss
In this class we practice arguing the positive and negative aspects of certain issues. We will practice intelligently discussing issues from opposite perspectives.
Who? This class is for Upper-Intermediate members. In both social situations and in business, intelligent conversation often means exploring opposite perspectives. If we can look an issue from different angles, we can show our ability to analyse and come to certain conclusions. If you want to learn some useful language for doing this, and get some practice analyzing commonly discussed issues, this class is for you.
What? In this class we will explore different opinions on the impact of corporations on our lives, and on society. We will extend this into a discussion of consumer habits, and social responsibility. All this serves as a vehicle for practicing discussing two different sides of an issue, and showing off our ability for intelligent conversation. Book Now»
How Do You Come Across?
Learn to describe people’s behaviour and improve your communication skills, so that you can be a more effective communicator.
Who? This class is for Intermediate members. Firm or limp handshake? Take the initiative or melt into the background? Everyone says first impressions count – would you agree?
What? In this lesson we will practice describing people’s behaviours and talk about things that we should or shouldn’t do in different situations. Next, we’ll identify how this would affect us if we approached our first contact with people in different ways. Finally, we will try to understand ourselves better and find out about what other people think of us. Book Now»
What a Great Bargain
Learn some useful language for buying and selling and picking out good deals.
Who? This Class is for Pre-Intermediate members. Sales people use all kinds of different tricks and strategies to make sure they make a sale. In order to not get ripped off and find a bargain we need to be aware of what deals are on offer so that we can get the best value for money. If you want to know more about selling and not getting ripped off next time you buy something then make sure you come to this class.
What? In this lesson we’ll look at different ways of describing promotions and discounts, and how to find out what deals are available. Finally, we’ll look at the specific language of buying and selling products and practice using it to sell some of our own products. Book Now»