Online · Worldwide · Since 2006
Learn a language online with a teacher who actually knows you.
Private and group classes over video, with instructors we have personally vetted. Matched to your goals, your level, and your schedule — wherever you are in the world.
The Strommen online network
Why learn online with us
Not a marketplace. A vetted network.
A teacher matched to you
You are not picking from a faceless directory. Tell us your goals, level, and schedule and our team matches you with a tutor we have personally vetted. Every instructor in the network is someone we actually know.
Learn from anywhere
Lessons happen over video from wherever you are — Los Angeles, another state, another country. Same instructors, same curriculum, no commute. Start any week of the year.
Faster than a classroom
One-on-one time is the whole lesson. We compare ten hours of private online lessons to a full semester at a traditional university. Pace, topics, and focus are built around you.
How it works
Four steps.
Tell us what you want
Browse tutors or send us a note about the language, your level, and your goals.
We match you
Our team pairs you with the right vetted instructor for your needs and learning style, usually within 24 hours.
Meet online
Lessons run over video on a schedule that fits your life. Your tutor adapts every session to you.
Keep going at your pace
Add hours, change focus, or shift your schedule any time. No semesters, no lock-in.
Your instructors
Meet the tutors
Every tutor here teaches online. Browse by language, read real bios, and request the one who fits — or tell us your goals and we will match you.
I want to learn…
Every tutor, personally met. — founder-vetted since 2006, in Los Angeles and online worldwide.
Get a personalized plan
Pick your language — a language advisor will match you with the right tutor and map out your path.
Masters Degree in Cognitive Science, specializing in Linguisitcs
Learn Spanish through the subjects that inspire imagination, awe and wonder to you
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Barcelona-based, Valeria teaches Spanish through whatever genuinely fascinates a student. The subject leads, the language follows.
Specialties
Masters Degree in Cognitive Science, specializing in Linguisitcs
Learn Spanish through the subjects that inspire imagination, awe and wonder to you
Specialties
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Barcelona-based, Valeria teaches Spanish through whatever genuinely fascinates a student. The subject leads, the language follows.
BS Agricultural Engineering, Profesora de Español ELE (Español como Lengua Extranjera)
Certified ELE Spanish teacher from Colombia. With 5+ years of diverse teaching experience
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Carolina is certified ELE-trained and specializes in Medical Spanish, on top of general instruction, out of Medellín.
Specialties
BS Agricultural Engineering, Profesora de Español ELE (Español como Lengua Extranjera)
Certified ELE Spanish teacher from Colombia. With 5+ years of diverse teaching experience
Specialties
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Carolina is certified ELE-trained and specializes in Medical Spanish, on top of general instruction, out of Medellín.
PhD (in progress), Educational Technology – Walden University, Winter 2026PhD, Public Policy & Administration – Walden University, Nov 2019M.S., Education (eLearning & Online Teaching) – University of Wisconsin-Stout, Aug 2019M.A., Political Science &...
Clear American English, Taught with Insight, Bridging Languages. Building Confidence!
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
PhD-trained, Marshelle teaches English through psycholinguistics and Multiple Intelligences theory. Aviation English and speech therapy are both on the list.
Specialties
Also speaks: German, Russian
PhD (in progress), Educational Technology – Walden University, Winter 2026PhD, Public Policy & Administration – Walden University, Nov 2019M.S., Education (eLearning & Online Teaching) – University of Wisconsin-Stout, Aug 2019M.A., Political Science &...
Clear American English, Taught with Insight, Bridging Languages. Building Confidence!
Specialties
I also speak: German, Russian
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
PhD-trained, Marshelle teaches English through psycholinguistics and Multiple Intelligences theory. Aviation English and speech therapy are both on the list.
Diplom-Schauspielerin (BA in drama/acting) Germany
Dedicated German language tutor with over 15 years of expertise in teaching students of all ages. Proficient in preparing students for major German language certifications, SAT and AP German
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Fifteen-plus years teaching German, SAT and AP German certification prep included, and Patricia still keeps the structure interactive, not rigid.
Specialties
Also speaks: English
Diplom-Schauspielerin (BA in drama/acting) Germany
Dedicated German language tutor with over 15 years of expertise in teaching students of all ages. Proficient in preparing students for major German language certifications, SAT and AP German
Specialties
I also speak: English
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Fifteen-plus years teaching German, SAT and AP German certification prep included, and Patricia still keeps the structure interactive, not rigid.
Law
Learn Italian & Spanish fast and fun!
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Italian and Spanish translation both fall under Ruth's teaching, grammar explained through color-coded tables and games.
Specialties
Law
Learn Italian & Spanish fast and fun!
Specialties
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Italian and Spanish translation both fall under Ruth's teaching, grammar explained through color-coded tables and games.
Bachelor of Business Administration (specialized in International Relations)
Join me on your language learning adventure!
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Bangalore-based, Yvanka teaches French and German after years at Alliance Française. She started, unusually, as an English teacher in France.
Specialties
Also speaks: English, Italian, Spanish
Bachelor of Business Administration (specialized in International Relations)
Join me on your language learning adventure!
Specialties
I also speak: English, Italian, Spanish
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Bangalore-based, Yvanka teaches French and German after years at Alliance Française. She started, unusually, as an English teacher in France.
Bachelor of History, Université de PARIS I, Panthéon-Sorbonne
Tailor-made courses to achieve your fluency with native French teacher based in Marseille. Open to all, from beginners to pros.
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Marseille-based, Eric calls himself more coach than lecturer, heavy on phonetics and oral reflexes, light on grammar-trap lectures.
Specialties
Also speaks: English, German, Russian, Spanish
Bachelor of History, Université de PARIS I, Panthéon-Sorbonne
Tailor-made courses to achieve your fluency with native French teacher based in Marseille. Open to all, from beginners to pros.
Specialties
I also speak: English, German, Russian, Spanish
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Marseille-based, Eric calls himself more coach than lecturer, heavy on phonetics and oral reflexes, light on grammar-trap lectures.
Bachelor of Arts (Teacher certificate from Zurich teachers College)
Trilingual German, ESL and French teacher with years of experience.
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Thirza teaches trilingual German, French, and ESL out of Zurich, with IELTS, TestDaF, and Goethe prep all part of the toolkit.
Specialties
Bachelor of Arts (Teacher certificate from Zurich teachers College)
Trilingual German, ESL and French teacher with years of experience.
Specialties
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Thirza teaches trilingual German, French, and ESL out of Zurich, with IELTS, TestDaF, and Goethe prep all part of the toolkit.
MFA (Cal-Arts), Matura B (Literargymnasium Zürich Rämibühl)
Swiss German Tutor from Zurich with a Deep Appreciation for Germanic Literature!
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Zurich-trained with seven years of Latin behind him, Cyril splits every German lesson cleanly into two tracks: travel German or Goethe-reading German.
Specialties
MFA (Cal-Arts), Matura B (Literargymnasium Zürich Rämibühl)
Swiss German Tutor from Zurich with a Deep Appreciation for Germanic Literature!
Specialties
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Zurich-trained with seven years of Latin behind him, Cyril splits every German lesson cleanly into two tracks: travel German or Goethe-reading German.
Master’s Degree of Foreign Languages, Concentration in English and French. Minor in Theatre & Choreography. PHD of Linguistics and Literary Criticism & Comparative Linguistics.
Russian Language Teacher, Dialect Coach, Translator, ESL Teacher. 10+ years of experience.
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
A Russian dialect coach, translator, and teacher rolled into one, Anastasia has ten-plus years in and treats English and Russian as one connected skill set.
Specialties
Master’s Degree of Foreign Languages, Concentration in English and French. Minor in Theatre & Choreography. PHD of Linguistics and Literary Criticism & Comparative Linguistics.
Russian Language Teacher, Dialect Coach, Translator, ESL Teacher. 10+ years of experience.
Specialties
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
A Russian dialect coach, translator, and teacher rolled into one, Anastasia has ten-plus years in and treats English and Russian as one connected skill set.
MFA
UCLA Mandarin teacher from Taiwan with 25-year experiences plus professional skills in Animation, Film & TV
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Daisy is a UCLA Mandarin instructor from Taiwan with twenty-five years in the classroom and a side career in animation and film. She also coaches actors' dialects.
Specialties
MFA
UCLA Mandarin teacher from Taiwan with 25-year experiences plus professional skills in Animation, Film & TV
Specialties
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Daisy is a UCLA Mandarin instructor from Taiwan with twenty-five years in the classroom and a side career in animation and film. She also coaches actors' dialects.
Bachelor's degree in secondary education, majoring in English. Masters degree in English language teaching.
English and Tagalog Certified Teacher with Masters Degree in English
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Princess is a licensed secondary teacher with a Master's in English. She also teaches Tagalog, a genuinely rare pairing on our roster.
Specialties
Also speaks: Spanish
Bachelor's degree in secondary education, majoring in English. Masters degree in English language teaching.
English and Tagalog Certified Teacher with Masters Degree in English
Specialties
I also speak: Spanish
Personally vetted · Strommen’s note
Princess is a licensed secondary teacher with a Master's in English. She also teaches Tagalog, a genuinely rare pairing on our roster.
From online students
What it’s like
I am taking one on one online Arabic classes with Haverj. I just have to say that she is INCREDIBLE. She gives you just enough to challenge you, push you outside of your comfort zone, and help you learn the language, which is what you came here for.Jake B. — Online Arabic · Covina, CA
Hélène Renaut is an awesome teacher. I just finished taking the eight week advanced French class and had a great, productive time all the way through. I am grateful for the guidance and based on this experience would recommend Strommen as a good bet for language study. Merci Hélène!Stephen T. — Online French · Los Angeles, CA
Learn together
Online group classes
Prefer a small group? Our online group classes meet weekly for eight weeks — conversation, beginner courses, and cultural sessions with the same vetted instructors.
View group scheduleOnline classes FAQ
Which languages can I learn online?
Spanish, French, Italian, German, Mandarin, Arabic, Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, ASL, and many more — including regional dialects and specialties. If you do not see your language, ask us — we have probably taught it.
How do I get matched with a tutor?
Browse our tutors and request the one you like, or tell us your goals and let our team match you. Either way a real person handles it — there is no chatbot in the loop.
What platform are the lessons on?
Most lessons run over Zoom, Google Meet, or your tutor’s preferred video tool. You only need a device with a camera and an internet connection.
I am not in Los Angeles. Can I still take classes?
Yes. We are based in LA and have taught here since 2006, but online students join from anywhere in the world. Your tutor works with your time zone.
How much does it cost?
Rates depend on the language and the tutor. Browse our tutors to see who fits, or contact us for a quote tailored to your goals.
Private or group?
Both. Private lessons are fully tailored to you. We also run online group classes that meet weekly for eight weeks — see the group schedule.
Ready when you are
Start this week.
Find the tutor who fits, or call and we will match you with one within 24 hours. Lessons start any week of the year.