About
Language learning is a journey.
Thank you for bringing me along to yours!
Γεια σας!
I’m Danae Florou, Greek teacher from Athens.
I help you improve your speaking skills and build your confidence, so that you connect with the Greek people in your life and the language & culture of your heart.
I’ve been teaching the Greek language since 2003, and online since 2016 to committed, motivated learners. My students are usually:
regular travellers and visitors in Greece,
of Greek heritage,
residents for all or part of the year,
partners / married to a Greek person.
How to learn with me?
🧑💻 Learn in the online classes or the Advanced Speaking Class: Join any of the 3 terms in September, December or March! Find out more here.
🧭 Take in-person classes in our language trips in Greece! Combine a strong language program with daily immersion activities in beautiful locations. Check out where & when we are learning Greek this year!
💬 Join the Chats/Κουβέντες Club: Join up to 4 weekly conversation groups (depending on your level and availability) from September-June for only $225/year (free for our online students). See more here.
📚Join the Chats Library for the weekly mini-video lessons, with audio, quizzes and flashcards. $9/month, join anytime, here.
🎧 Listen to the Greek at Heart Podcast: short ~15 minute chats & episodes in slower & simpler Greek for Intermediate students.
👓 Read blog articles in English or Greek, and don’t forget to sign up to Greek Notes, the weekly letters I’ve been sending since 2016 to Greek language enthusiasts. Inside Greek Notes, you’ll find offerings & discounts I don’t publish on the website.
“The most important thing for me is that I actually started talking.
You help me to believe in myself, your patience and kindness and positive feedback make me feel more confident.”
— Galina Troshina
“Δανάη is excellent in knowing your level as language learner, to meet you exactly where you are and to adapt her teaching to you in the most appropriate way.”
— Nille L.
From Strefi Hill to Lycabettus Hill, Athens downtown
A bit about my journey…
In the years that followed my graduation from the Greek Language and Literature department at the University of Thrace in 2005, I lived in Greece, France and Canada - often back and forth.
I taught Greek to ages 1 - 86 in various settings, received the EUROLTA diploma (European Certificate in Language Teaching to Adults) and earned my MEd in Second Language Education from the University of Toronto.
And so it happens that I understand, first hand, how it’s one thing to love a language and another thing to speak and communicate in it.
“Μία διαφορετική γλώσσα είναι μία διαφορετική οπτική της ζωής.”
University, Toronto downtown
Finding the way?
Living abroad for over 10 years in two different countries - France and Canada - often feels like a journey without a map.
Exciting and terrifying.
Both times, nothing had prepared me for the real, everyday speaking with locals:
From the chat about the weather to a deep conversation about politics.
From small talk when ordering a coffee to starting a casual discussion to get to know the other person.
Because it’s not only about how many words you get to remember or about how many grammar pages you get to complete.
It is also about finding the confidence to dive into the language with all your imperfections and being able to express yourself and make meaningful connections with others.
This is why understanding, support and encouragement are at the core of my teaching!
Interested in hearing more? Join Greek Notes, my weekly letter to Greek enthusiasts from all over the world. Join here!
When you learn with me, I help you:
Improve your speaking with a gentle, guided approach where you feel supported and heard
Build your confidence & learn in small steps and practical, reachable goals
Answer all your “whys” about expressions, grammar, structure but also daily life, culture, history, with thoughtful, well-rounded materials created exclusively for helping you with speaking
Interested in learning with me? Do you have questions about how my programs & courses can help you with your learning? Contact me below!
Aside from teaching Greek…
► I’m always a bit obsessed with the gorgeous, clear sunlight of Athens. Also with the sea. Of course.
► I never stop learning languages. Etymology is my “secret” indulgence. French is my “secret” obsession.
► I love a friendly, engaging discussion. I’m most happy when I can combine it with a good cup of coffee - or tea!