Programs
Structured learning for real-life communication.
There are two main ways to study formally at TSB Brazil: Private Lessons and the Semi-Intensive Program. Choose the one that fits your goals, your schedule and the way you like to learn.
Private Lessons
A flexible path to your goals.
Personalized lessons designed around your interests, your schedule and your learning style.
- One-to-one lessons of 55 to 60 minutes
- You choose how often you study
- All materials included
- A personalized study plan
- Lessons recorded on Zoom
- Optional homework, according to your availability
- Specific preparation for the OPI, if that is your goal
- Packages valid for 24 months
Lesson packages
| Package | Price | Included | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 lesson | $75 | Materials included | Enroll |
| 4 lessons | $289 | Materials included | Enroll |
| 12 lessons | $841 | Materials included, plus 3 months of TSB Community | Enroll |
| 48 lessons | $3,214 | Materials included, plus 1 year of TSB Community | Enroll |
Packages are valid for 24 months.
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OPI Preparation
Prepare for the Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) with Private Lessons.
Private Lessons can be directed towards preparing for the Oral Proficiency Interview, which is conducted over the phone.
We work on spontaneous conversation, developing and organizing your responses, fluency, communication strategies and familiarity with the format of the interview.
No specific test result is promised.
Semi-Intensive Program
Immerse yourself in Portuguese with structure and community.
A 26-week, small-group program designed to help you make real progress through live instruction, guided practice and cultural context.
- 26 weeks
- 10 hours of live instruction per week, 2 hours a day
- Brazilian instructors
- Small groups, up to 4 students
- All materials included
- Class recordings available
- Daily independent practice of 30 to 60 minutes
- TSB Community included during the 26 weeks
- Cohorts formed on demand
- Schedule set according to the group's availability
Example week
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live instruction | 6-8 PM | 6-8 PM | 6-8 PM | 6-8 PM | 6-8 PM |
| Independent practice | 30-60 min | 30-60 min | 30-60 min | 30-60 min | 30-60 min |
Example schedule only. Final schedules are determined according to cohort availability.
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Which program is right for you?
| Semi-Intensive Program | Private Lessons | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Small group, up to 4 students | One to one |
| Length | 26 weeks | Flexible, you choose your package |
| Live instruction | 10 hours per week, 2 hours a day | 55 to 60 minutes per lesson |
| Materials | All materials included | All materials included |
| Schedule | Set according to cohort availability | Flexible scheduling |
| Class recordings | Yes | Yes |
| Independent practice | 30 to 60 minutes a day | Optional |
| TSB Community | Included during the 26 weeks | Included with the 12 and 48 lesson packages |
| OPI preparation | Not included | Available as a focus area |
| Best for | Learners who want an immersive, structured and intensive experience | Learners who want flexibility and a personalized path |
Still not sure? We'll help you find the right path.
Tell us about your goals and we'll recommend the best option for you.