Skype Irish lessons

You don't need much to learn Irish with Skype, but you will need the following before you can start your classes:

• Hardware:
  • A computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone with a reliable processor and sufficient RAM (at least 4GB recommended).
  • A webcam for video calls, either built-in or external.
  • A microphone, either built-in, in a headset, or an external one, for clear audio communication.
  • Speakers or headphones to hear the tutor clearly.
• Software:
  • The latest version of Skype installed on your device - it's easy to use and free to setup an account.
  • A compatible operating system (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, or Linux).
  • Optional: Additional software for screen sharing or document collaboration if needed for lessons.

Regarding connection speed, we recommend a minimum internet speed of 1.5 Mbps for both download and upload for high-quality video classes. However, a faster connection (3 Mbps or higher) is ideal to ensure smooth and uninterrupted sessions, especially for high-definition video quality.

We've been at the front of helping people to learn a foreign language over the internet since 2006. All our tutors are specialists in enhancing fluency, building speaking confidence, and ensuring an efficient and effective path to becoming fluent in Irish.

We are rated as Excellent on Trustpilot and have been featured in the WebUser Language Awards and the Times Online.

Additionally, our friendly customer service team is available to address any questions and concerns. We also offer an extra trial lesson if you're not completely satisfied with your Irish tutor after your first class.

We can help individuals in achieving success on official Gaelic language proficiency exams by connecting them with expert native teachers. We tailor our approach to each learner’s needs, utilizing cutting-edge video conferencing technology for interactive, real-time lessons that immerse students in the Irish language. Our native instructors are highly knowledgeable about the language's complexities and the specific requirements of proficiency exams, providing thorough guidance in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Our focused classes address the most challenging aspects of the exams. Whether preparing for the Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge (TEG) or other recognized Irish language proficiency tests, our teachers develop personalized lesson plans to match each test's unique format and expectations. Students engage in detailed grammar reviews, vocabulary expansion, and practice exams that simulate actual test conditions. Additionally, our instructors offer crucial insights into cultural contexts and idiomatic expressions, ensuring that students are not only exam-ready but also able to communicate confidently in Gaelic.

We offer a variety of payment options for your lessons, including credit/debit cards and PayPal.

All prices displayed represent the total cost before any applicable discounts or promotions and you can choose to pay in your local currency.

We know that becoming fluent in Irish takes time, so unlike other platforms we have a great discount scheme which is based on your booking history rather than how many lessons you can afford to purchase in one go. This means that Irish classes on Skype with Verbalplanet become progressively cheaper whether you book one lesson at a time or twenty.

If you want to be a Skype Irish tutor and help people learn your native language please sign up for fee and submit your tutor profile. Find out more about teaching Irish with us.