From overwhelmed to confident in daily Dutch situations
✅Learn A1 Dutch in a streamlined, flexible and structured way - in just 8 weeks!
Are you an expat who wants to feel at home in The Netherlands and therefore wants to learn Dutch?
Do you want to focus on speaking Dutch in daily Dutch situations instead of just 'knowing' the words and grammar rules?
And are you done with feeling insecure when you're talking to the cashier or have to make an appointment?
Then join this A1 Kickoff course and feel confident when you speak Dutch in public!
In this program, you'll learn in an effective and easy way how to speak Dutch in daily situations. My ABCD strategy is specially designed to help you go from receptive learning to actual speaking Dutch.
From overwhelmed to confident in daily Dutch situations
✅Learn A1 Dutch in a streamlined, flexible and structured way - in just 8 weeks!
➡️Are you an expat who wants to feel at home in The Netherlands and therefore wants to learn Dutch?
➡️Do you want to focus on speaking Dutch in daily Dutch situations instead of just 'knowing' the words and grammar rules?
➡️And are you done with feeling insecure when you're talking to the cashier or have to make an appointment?
➡️Then join this A1 Kickoff course and feel confident when you speak Dutch in public!
➡️In this program, you'll learn in an effective and easy way how to speak Dutch in daily situations. My ABCD strategy is specially designed to help you go from receptive learning to actual speaking Dutch.
Within the first few weeks, you will already notice improvement in your Dutch speaking skills.
After 8 weeks, you will know what to say when someone talks to you.
After completing the course, you are ready to make friends, look for a job and integrate properly.
You can learn at your own pace, and you get support from me to guide you and keep you motivated.
Learn Dutch with the golden combination of three
Unlike any other online Dutch course, Vivo Dutch's courses are a combination of self-study, personal feedback and a community feeling.
You get the best of three words!
LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE
Join now and start whenever you want. You can login at any time you prefer and learn Dutch through videos, audio, worksheets, online games and quizzes. It's up to you when you hand in the homework assignments.
This course is 100% flexible.
PERSONAL FEEDBACK
from a certified teacher and former assessor of the integration exam
Each lesson has a speaking and/or writing assignment. Send your submission and you'll get personal and professional feedback from me (Vivian).
COMMUNITY
In our Facebook community you get to meet like-minded people and you can ask questions. You're not in it alone!
This is what you will learn in 8 weeks
➡️Each module represents a daily Dutch situation and contains three lessons.
➡️Each lesson has its own small achievable goals.
Module 1. Hallo! Hoe gaat het? (greeting)
Goal 1: Introduce yourself;
Goal 2: Say hello/goodbye and ask how someone is doing;
Goal 3: Talk about family.
Module 2. Wat is uw telefoonnummer? (personal info)
Goal 1: Ask and give personal info (address, number);
Goal 2: Fill in forms;
Goal 3: Request information and make small talk.
Module 3. Ik wil graag een koffie. (restaurant)
Goal 1: Make plans to go out;
Goal 2: Read the menu;
Goal 3: Order food and drinks.
Module 4. Wat doe je op een dag? (your day)
Goal 1: Talk about habits, routines, and tasks;
Goal 2: Talk about hobbies;
Goal 3: Describe your day.
Module 5. Wat gaan we eten? (supermarket & food)
Goal 1: Read simple recipes and give instructions;
Goal 2: Give your opinion about food;
Goal 3: Ask questions in the supermarket.
Module 6. Waar is het station? (public transport)
Goal 1: Ask for directions / Give directions;
Goal 2: Talk about forms of transportation;
Goal 3: Understand a timetable.
Module 7. Ik heb pijn! (health)
Goal 1: Talk about pain and symptoms;
Goal 2: Make a doctor's appointment;
Goal 3: Understand the doctor's appointment.
Module 8. Wie is dat? (friends and family)
Goal 1: Describe people;
Goal 2: Introduce people;
Goal 3: Congratulate people.
After the A0-A1 course you can:
✓ Greet people
✓ Tell about yourself, like where you're from and who's your family
✓ Share personal info like your email address and date of birth
✓ Make plans with friends and respond on invites
✓ Order food or drinks in a restaurant
✓ Talk about your hobbies
✓ Talk about your day and daily routines
✓ Respond to the cashier in the supermarket
✓ Ask for directions
✓ Explain yourself at the doctor's
✓ Congratulate people.
After the A1-A2 course you can:
✓ Have a short conversation with neighbors or colleagues
✓ Talk about the weather
✓ Offer your help and accept or decline help from others
✓ Give your opinion
✓ Explain yourself at the doctor’s
✓ Explain what happened in case of an emergency
✓ Ask for help in stores
✓ Make appointments at work
✓ Talk about your study and work experience
✓ Share what your good at and what your qualities are
✓ Have a short conversation with your child’s teacher at primary school
Not sure what level you're at?
The A0-A1 course is the best fit when:
●You're a complete beginner, level 0
OR
●You know some words, maybe some grammar but you can't make sentences and you don't speak Dutch in public. You haven't taken a course. And the self-study methods you used didn't give you a proper foundation of the Dutch language.
The A1-A2 course is the best fit when:
You're at level A1 (approximately) but you're still a beginner. You did an A1 course or you did self-study.
You know:
- how to conjugate verbs in the present tense;
- how to form the future tense;
- the modal verbs and how to conjugate them.
The goals of the A0-A1 course are relatively easy for you.
Example of Dutch sentences you can say:
● Mijn naam is Hans.
● Hoe heet jij?
● Ik ga vandaag werken.
● Ik ben 25 jaar.
● Ik ga morgen naar mijn vriendin.
The A0-A1 course is the best fit when:
●You're a complete beginner, level 0
OR
●You know some words, maybe some grammar but you can't make sentences and you don't speak Dutch in public. You haven't taken a course. And the self-study methods you used didn't give you a proper foundation of the Dutch language.
The A1-A2 course is the best fit when:
You're at level A1 (approximately) but you're still a beginner. You did an A1 course or you did self-study.
You know:
- how to conjugate verbs in the present tense;
- how to form the future tense;
- the modal verbs and how to conjugate them.
The goals of the A0-A1 course are relatively easy for you.
Example of Dutch sentences you can say:
● Mijn naam is Hans.
● Hoe heet jij?
● Ik ga vandaag werken.
● Ik ben 25 jaar.
● Ik ga morgen naar mijn vriendin.
The unique ABCD strategy
The ABCD strategy consists of four phases:
Absorb
Learning a new language starts with absorbing like a sponge. You’ll start with listening andreading with the exercises in this course. In this phase the focus lays on understanding the language and not on producing it.
Building blocks
These are the tools and knowledge you need to achieve your goal. This could be grammar, vocabulary, or useful phrases.
Consolidation
Time for guided action! All the building blocks are combined into a format, so you can practice before speaking in public. Visualize yourself in the daily Dutch situation and rehearse. You’ll get videos to speak along so you’ll feel confident before going to the last phase.
Daily Dutch situation
Yes! You’re ready to speak with confidence. There are three ways to do that:
✓ In real life
✓ By submitting the speaking assignment where you’ll receive feedback
✓ By joining the conversation sessions (premium)
Hi! I am Vivian!
I help English-speaking expats to speak Dutch, so that they go from feeling overwhelmed to feeling confident in daily Dutch situations.
As a certified teacher (since 2015), a former assessor of the integration exam and a native speaker, I love seeing my students improve their Dutch language skills and gain confidence.
Do you have any questions about this course? Check the FAQ. Still got questions? Just send me an email!
This is what you get if you join the A1 course NOW
DIY PLUS
- A1 course (2 years access)
- Personal feedback from me
- Study Booster workbook
- VIP Facebook community
- Certificate
187 euros
ex VAT
(or two installments of 99 euros)
DIY PLUS
- A1 course (2 years access)
- Personal feedback from me
- Study Booster workbook
- VIP Facebook community
- Certificate
187 euros
ex VAT
(or two installments of 99 euros)
Do you want a course preview?
This course is for the (future) expat who..
✓ is a beginner with level A1;
✓ wants to feel confident in daily Dutch situations;
✓ wants to learn Dutch in a flexible way;
✓ likes self-studying and wants an organized way of learning, instead of searching for content on their own;
✓ wants to get feedback from a certified teacher and native speaker;
✓ actually wants to speak Dutch, instead of learning just grammar;
✓ wants to be part of an awesome community of like-minded people;
✓ has a basic knowledge of the English language.
ANY QUESTIONS? I'VE GOT ANSWERS!
When does the course start and finish?
This course has no start or end date. You can start today if you want! You determine your own pace. The recommended pace is one module per week, eight weeks in total.
It's developed for the expat who wants a self-paced course with guidance from a teacher and a community, to stay motivated. You will get access to the course for 2 years, so don't worry! You can take your time. During that time, you will remain a member of the online Facebook community, you will get support from your teacher Vivian and she will correct your submitted assignments.
Is this course interactive or self-paced online?
Both! Work through the lectures at your own pace. If you follow the structure of this course, you will reach A1 in only 8 weeks! But take all the time you need. Any questions or do you want feedback? Your teacher Vivian is the host of the online community and is happy to help you!
Can I get a preview or trial?
When you join the course, you'll get a 14-day money-back guarantee meaning you will get your money back if it's not something for you. If you haven't tested more than 1-2 modules and if you email me within 14 days.
And check this video to get a look inside the course (you can do the course on your phone as well):
Is this course something for me?
This course is for complete beginners or beginners with a little experience in learning Dutch.
You might have studied a little bit, used Duolingo, or looked up some phrases and grammar. But honestly, you have no clue how to respond when a Dutch speaker asks you something. You want to speak Dutch and feel confident.
This course is NOT for you if you want a regular course with multiple Zoom sessions per week with a fixed schedule. This is not a course like that. Why? Because I know that keeping up with a group is hard (because of the schedule and because you might learn faster or slower than the other students).
Will I get a certificate?
Yes! After completing the course, you'll get a certification of participation/completion so that you can prove you've took lessons.
Please note that any certificate from any school is not legit when it comes to proving you're at a certain level. The only way you can do this is by taking an official exam by DUO. But of course, my certificate will help when an employer asks if you've taken lessons.
What is level A1?
This course is going to get you from zero to A1(+).
A basic ability to communicate and exchange information in a simple way.
Examples:
- Can ask questions about a menu and understand simple answers;
- Can follow speech that is very slow and varefully articulated, with long pauses for him/her to assimilate meaning;
- Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has;
- Can recognize familiar names, words and very basic phrases on simple notices in the most common everyday situations.
I want to learn A2-level Dutch, is that possible?
Yes! I have a course on A2-level too! Click here to go to A2 instead.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
I would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact me within 14 days of purchasing and I will refund you the money.
I have another question
I'm happy to help you with any questions you have. Send me an email (docent.vivian@vivodutch.com) and I will respond as soon as possible.
Are you ready to learn Dutch and feel confident in daily situations?
Do you want to learn A2-level Dutch instead of A1?
Any questions left? Send me an email
