Rio & Learn Portuguese School

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Thomas G
Thomas G
2024.10.01
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Haz amigos, aprende portugués y conoce una de las ciudades más bellas del mundo bajo la guía Especialista. RioandLearn es una escuela de idiomas estructurada para ofrecer a los estudiantes una excelente oportunidad para mejorar sus conocimientos de portugués, sea cual sea su nivel, mediante clases grupales y / o individuales, asistencia o en línea. Se hace todo lo posible para crear un ambiente amigable en la escuela ofreciendo a los estudiantes y maestros una especie de hogar lejos de casa. Además de ser una misión académica, la escuela organiza excursiones diarias a diferentes sitios culturales e históricos, así como interesantes jardines y paseos por las colinas bajo la guía de un miembro del personal docente, lo que brinda a los estudiantes una oportunidad adicional para mejorar sus habilidades lingüísticas.
francisco Sanders
francisco Sanders
2024.09.30
My experience at Rio & Learn was amazing! The staff, the instructors and current students ensured my experience was above and beyond the normal expectations of a language course. The after class exploration of the city after class is remarkable. Thank Rio & Learn for allowing me the opportunity to experience learning a new language and practicing it immediately in the city. I recommend anyone interested in learning a new language contact Rio & Learn it will be worth your while.
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Thank you, Francisco! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience with us. Your recommendation means a lot, and we're glad you enjoyed both the classes and city exploration. We hope to see you again soon!
Katrina Arzola
Katrina Arzola
2024.09.25
I’ve had the opportunity to take classes at Rio & Learn both online and in person and I can say that both formats have proved to be effective. Rio & Learn has talented professors who are passionate about teaching and finding fun and creative ways to challenge their students. Special thanks to Diogo, Julie, Filipe, Ana Paula and Tifany for providing me with a solid foundation of the language and making every day of my first 6 months in Brazil so memorable. As well as, Monique, Nathália, Sabrina and Rafael (primarily online teachers) - with their continued guidance and support I can see myself progressing each day.
Jimmy C
Jimmy C
2024.09.24
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Gran lugar para aprender portugués brasileño Excelente lugar para aprender portugués brasileño. Las clases no son en un entorno académico formal, sino en un ambiente más relajado. Pensado para extranjeros. La escuela se encuentra en el corazón de la playa de Copacabana con un buen ambiente junto a la playa. Las clases para uno a uno pueden ser muy flexibles según sus necesidades.
Hannah Wall
Hannah Wall
2024.09.22
I spent two weeks at Rio and Learn and it was such an amazing experience! Their method of total immersion both inside and outside of the classroom allows you to really develop your language skills and it definitely works! I came as a total beginner and left being able to communicate with people rather comfortably. The afternoon activities are also an amazing thing that this school offers and i definitely recommend for you to take part in all of them. It’s a great way to get to know Rio and practice Portuguese with lovely people! The language classes are very well structured, enjoyable and the teachers are the best! I would definitely recommend this school to anyone who is looking to learn Portuguese, or even just to visit Brazil as it is also a great way of getting to know people :)
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Thank you, Hannah, for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our immersive approach and the activities. It's fantastic that you felt more confident in Portuguese by the end. We hope to welcome you back someday!
Hannah W
Hannah W
2024.09.22
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10/10 recomiendo! Pasé dos semanas en Rio and Learn y fue una experiencia increíble! Su método de inmersión total tanto dentro como fuera del aula te permite desarrollar realmente tus habilidades lingüísticas y definitivamente funciona! Vine como Principiante total y dejé poder comunicarme con la gente bastante cómodamente. Las actividades de la tarde también son algo increíble que esta escuela ofrece y definitivamente recomiendo que participes en todas ellas. ¡Es una gran manera de conocer Río y practicar portugués con gente encantadora! Las clases de idiomas están muy bien estructuradas, agradables y los profesores son los mejores! Sin duda recomendaría esta escuela a cualquiera que esté buscando aprender portugués, o incluso simplemente para visitar Brasil ya que también es una gran manera de conocer gente : )
López
López
2024.09.20
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Thank you, López, for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had a positive experience. If you have any suggestions for improvement or additional services, feel free to let us know. We look forward to serving you again!
Nicola
Nicola
2024.09.19
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Hi Nicola, thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. If you have any suggestions for us, feel free to share. We look forward to serving you again!
Catherine Gibbs
Catherine Gibbs
2024.09.19
I am currently taking a 3 month course of Brazilian Portuguese with Rio & Learn Portuguese School, whilst being based in the UK. This is my third time using this school having completed a set of online classes last year, and I also attended some classes in person at the school in Copacabana when I was lucky enough to be in Brazil on holiday. I am really happy with the course, and find the school to be well run, professional and creative in relation to its approach to teaching and the materials used by the teachers. The classes are small and all students have ample (and equal) opportunity to contribute to the class. The material varies between videos, general conversation, written texts, music, grammar sessions etc. The lessons cover not only the formal and grammatical aspects of the language but also the informal portuguese you are likely to hear from native speakers in their day to day speech. The small group of teachers rotate, therefore you have the opportunity to hear native speakers of different genders, regions of Brazil etc. I feel that my portuguese is improving and I am looking forward to putting it to the test when I return to Brazil next year. Thank you Rio & Learn. Keep doing what you are doing!
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Thank you, Catherine, for your kind words and being a valued returning student! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience and your progress in Portuguese. Wishing you all the best for your future trip to Brazil!
Eduardo Venegas
Eduardo Venegas
2024.09.18
My Rio and Learn experience has been wonderful! I have been taking Portuguese private online lessons for over three months. During this time, I had classes with several professors which was great to get to know different teaching styles and personalities. I later transition to having classes just with Sabrina as an instructor. Sabrina is great!! Very patient, fun and authentic. I have enjoyed learning Portuguese in this online format. Not only I get to learn the language but learn about the Brazilian culture and Rio. All very helpful as I prepare to visit Rio de Janeiro again. I highly recommend signing up for classes with Rio and Learn! It is definitely worth your time and money. You can’t go wrong by learning a language with a native instructor while learning about their culture, and having fun.
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Thank you, Eduardo, for sharing your experience! We're thrilled you've enjoyed learning with us, especially with Sabrina. Wishing you an exciting visit to Rio de Janeiro and more cultural and language discoveries! Feel free to reach out anytime.
Ben
Ben
2024.09.17
Excelente.
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Olá Ben, obrigado pelo seu comentário! Ficamos felizes em saber que teve uma ótima experiência. Estamos sempre à disposição para atendê-lo.
Lorilea Zabadal
Lorilea Zabadal
2024.09.17
I recently completed 6 months at Rio&Learn with the student visa package and couldn’t be happier with my experience. Not only did I achieve my goal of being comfortable speaking Portuguese with anyone in Brazil, but I also made incredible new friends and had tons of fun along the way! Rio&Learn's methodology gets you speaking Portuguese from day one — and trust me, it’s enforced (writing this in English only for future students — don’t be mad, Dani!). The process is based on “fun learning,” with realistic, everyday conversations. This is not a traditional academic setting; instead, in addition to a grammatical basis, you really learn through speaking, games, and exploring the city. The RioLive activities, coordinated by Diogo, are perfect for making friends and discovering places in Rio while practicing Portuguese. As an in-person student, I had classes from 9 am to 1 pm every weekday with a small group (around 2-6 people), which made conversations easier and more interactive. There are also online, private, and immersion options for those who need a different format. The school is conveniently located just off Copacabana beach, in a safe, vibrant area, with offsite activities frequently supplementing classes - for example, visiting a café while learning relevant vocabulary, speaking with locals in the park, or a visit to a nearby grocery store. The professors each bring their own creativity and teaching style, which keeps the lessons dynamic and fun. You’re exposed to different accents, themes, and speaking speeds, which I found really accelerated my learning. Huge thanks to Amandinha, Amandoca, Ana Paola, Dani, Diogo, Filipe, Julie, Leandra, Madu, and the rest of the team for making my time in Brazil so memorable! I started with just a few basic words (olá, obrigada, bom dia) and within a month, I was at an intermediate level. After about 10 more weeks, I reached an advanced level and now feel confident speaking Portuguese with Brasileiros. My goal was to speak fluidly if not fluently, and Rio&Learn helped me achieve that. The school offers great value, especially with the visa program, and I received incredible support through the whole administrative process (big shoutout to Dayane!). I enjoyed it so much that I even extended my time by 6 weeks! I highly recommend Rio&Learn to anyone wanting to learn Portuguese in a fun, supportive, and cultural environment in the heart of Rio de Janeiro!
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Thank you, Lorilea! We're thrilled to hear about your amazing experience and the progress you made. It’s fantastic you enjoyed the RioLive activities and made new friends. Your feedback motivates our team to keep our program engaging and effective!
Kyle Kuo
Kyle Kuo
2024.09.17
Nice experience. A good way to start communicating with Brazilian friends
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Thank you, Kyle! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your experience and finding it helpful in connecting with your Brazilian friends.
Malcolm&Mary
Malcolm&Mary
2024.09.17
rio and learn is an amazing program. it is fun, inclusive, and educational while still being interesting. practice learning learning new things AND how to apply what you learn conversationally. Always have a great time speaking with professors, they are understanding, playful, and easy to relate to! would highly recommend online classes as well as the full immersion program in Rio! Boa Sorte!!
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Thank you, Malcolm&Mary! We're thrilled you found Rio and Learn both educational and enjoyable. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're glad our programs and professors are making a positive impact. Boa Sorte with your continued learning!
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Departure01504622148
2024.09.17
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Excelente Es la mejor escuela de aprendizaje del portugués. La dinámica es increíble: hay café gratis en la escuela y las actividades para conocer la cultura y la ciudad son maravillosas
Lorilea Z
Lorilea Z
2024.09.17
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¡Logré mi meta de hablar portugués con confianza! Recientemente completé 6 meses en Rio&Learn con el paquete de visa de estudiante y no podría estar más feliz con mi experiencia. No solo logré mi objetivo de sentirme cómodo hablando portugués con cualquier persona en Brasil, sino que también hice nuevos amigos increíbles y me divertí mucho en el camino. La metodología de Rio&Learn hace que hables portugués desde el primer día — y confía en mí, se aplica (escribir esto en inglés solo para futuros estudiantes — ¡no te enfades, Dani! ). El proceso se basa en el “aprendizaje divertido”, con conversaciones realistas y cotidianas. Este no es un entorno académico tradicional; en cambio, además de una base gramatical, realmente aprendes hablando, jugando y explorando la ciudad. Las actividades RioLive, coordinadas por Diogo, son perfectas para hacer amigos y descubrir lugares en Río mientras practicas portugués. Como estudiante presencial, tenía clases de 9 am a 1 pm todos los días de la semana con un pequeño grupo (alrededor de 2 - 6 personas), lo que hizo las conversaciones más fáciles e interactivas. También hay opciones en línea, privadas y de inmersión para aquellos que necesitan un formato diferente. La escuela está convenientemente ubicada justo al lado de la playa de Copacabana, en un área segura y vibrante, con actividades fuera del sitio que frecuentemente complementan las clases, por ejemplo, visitar un café mientras aprende vocabulario relevante, hablar con los lugareños en el parque o una visita a una tienda de comestibles cercana. Cada profesor aporta su propia creatividad y estilo de enseñanza, lo que mantiene las lecciones dinámicas y divertidas. Estás expuesto a diferentes acentos, temas y velocidades de habla, lo que me pareció realmente acelerado mi aprendizaje. ¡Muchas gracias a Amandinha, Amandoca, Ana Paola, Dani, Diogo, Filipe, Julie, Leandra, Madu, y el resto del equipo por hacer mi tiempo en Brasil tan memorable! Empecé con solo unas palabras básicas (olá, obrigada, bom dia) y en un mes, estaba en un nivel intermedio. Después de unas 10 semanas más, llegué a un nivel avanzado y ahora me siento seguro de hablar portugués con Brasileiros. Mi objetivo era hablar fluidamente, si no con fluidez, y Rio&Learn me ayudó a lograrlo. La escuela ofrece un gran valor, especialmente con el programa de visas, y recibí un apoyo increíble durante todo el proceso administrativo (gran saludo a Dayane!). Lo disfruté tanto que incluso extendí mi tiempo por 6 semanas! Recomiendo Rio&Learn a cualquiera que quiera aprender portugués en un ambiente divertido, solidario y cultural en el corazón de Río de Janeiro!
Lilly G
Lilly G
2024.09.15
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Wir kommen wieder Ich bin mit meinem portugiesisch sprachigen Freund zusammen nach Rio gereist, weil ich schon immer die Sprache lernen wollte sind wir zusammen in die Sprachschule gegangen. Ich kam in den Anfängerkurs, wo ich sogar alleine unterrichtet wurde und Raul kam in einen vortgeschrittenen Kurs. Es war alles sehr unkompliziert!! Die Lehrer sind alle toll und sehr lustig. Jeden Tag nach dem Unterricht hat man die Möglichkeit an bestimmten Aktivitäten teil zu nehmen. Es ist sehr abwechslungsreich und toll um die Sprache im Alltag zu nutzen. Wir sind begeistert und kommen auf jeden Fall wieder:) Muito obrigada
Derland Ellison
Derland Ellison
2024.09.13
I had a wonderful time a Rio & Learn. I was there only a week, but wanted to learn a little bit of something to make a my trip worth while. The teachers are well verse in Portuguese, Dani is the hardest. She was hard on me...LOL. They only want you speak Portuguese while at the school, understandably so. So try to know a little bit of Portuguese before enrolling. You can thank me later. Next time I will enroll online first, then take in person course once getting there. Also, they have activities after class. You can really see a lot of Rio that tourist don't see. And you get to meet plenty of people and use the language you are being taught. One day, I will stay for months.... I hope.
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Thank you, Derland, for sharing your experience! We're glad you enjoyed the immersive learning and post-class activities. Enrolling online first sounds like a great plan. We look forward to welcoming you back for a longer stay!
Luisa Fernanda Arias Betancur
Luisa Fernanda Arias Betancur
2024.09.05
Tomé las clases virtuales de Río&learn 3 semanas antes de viajar a Brasil y me fueron bastante útiles para desenvolverme durante el viaje. Además las clases fueron muy entretenidas, los profesores muy cercanos (desde la primera clase sentí que eran mis amigos) y absolutamente personalizadas. Lo recomiendo 100%
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Gracias, Luisa Fernanda, por tus amables palabras. Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste las clases y que te fueron útiles en tu viaje a Brasil. Seguimos trabajando para ofrecer experiencias personalizadas y entretenidas para todos nuestros estudiantes.
rasmus k
rasmus k
2024.08.31
Fun lessons and great teachers
Reply from Rio & Learn Portuguese School 2024.10.03
Rasmus! We're delighted you enjoyed the lessons and appreciated our teachers. We strive to provide engaging and effective learning experiences for everyone.