Hebrew classes · Los Angeles · Since 2006
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Why Hebrew?
Four reasons to take Hebrew classes
A Language Resurrected From the Ancient World
Hebrew is the only language in history successfully revived from a purely liturgical tongue into a living, modern language. Learning it is participating in a linguistic miracle.
Read the Bible in Its Original Language
Whether for scholarship or faith, reading the Hebrew Bible in the original reveals wordplay, poetry, and meaning that no translation can capture.
Connect With Israel's Innovation Economy
Israel has more startups per capita than any country on Earth. Hebrew opens the door to the "Startup Nation" beyond its English-facing surface.
Join a Tight-Knit Global Community
Hebrew speakers worldwide share deep cultural bonds through holidays, literature, and history. Speaking Hebrew transforms you from an outsider to a participant.
Since 2006
Hebrew in Los Angeles
Hebrew is the only language in human history that was fully revived from a liturgical language into an everyday spoken tongue. For nearly two thousand years it existed only in religious texts and scholarly writing. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it was deliberately reconstructed as a living language, and today 9 million people speak it — almost all of them in Israel. Modern Hebrew reads right to left, uses a 22-letter alphabet with no vowels in standard writing, and has a root-based word system where three consonants form the skeleton of related words. The verb “to write,” the word “writer,” and the word “letter” all share the same three-letter root.
Los Angeles has one of the largest Israeli expat communities in the world, sometimes called the second-largest Israeli city outside Israel. Pico-Robertson is the historic center, with kosher restaurants, Hebrew-language bookstores, and synagogues where Hebrew is the primary spoken language. The Fairfax District carries its own history. Encino and Tarzana in the San Fernando Valley have large Israeli populations — walk through the shopping centers and you’ll hear Hebrew as often as English. For many Angelenos, Hebrew connects to family, religious practice, travel, or business ties with Israel.
Strommen has taught Hebrew in Los Angeles since 2014. Our tutors are native Israeli speakers who teach Modern Hebrew through conversation, not conjugation tables. Whether you’re preparing for a trip to Israel, studying for a Bar or Bat Mitzvah, reconnecting with family, or doing business in Tel Aviv, we match you with a tutor who understands your goals. Lessons are one-on-one and available online or in person.
No public Hebrew group classes right now — but we can set up a semi-private class for your family, friends, or company with as few as two people. Get in touch.
Hebrew class FAQ
What is the best way to learn Hebrew?
Conversation with a native Israeli speaker, combined with learning to read the alphabet early. Modern Hebrew is a spoken language first — it was designed to be used in everyday life, and it sounds nothing like the liturgical Hebrew you might hear in synagogue. A native tutor teaches you the rhythms, slang, and shortcuts that real Israelis use. Learning to read the consonant-only script takes practice, but a tutor can get you reading basic words within a few weeks.
How long does it take to learn Hebrew?
The State Department estimates 1,100 class hours for professional proficiency (Category III). Basic conversational ability comes sooner — most dedicated students can navigate everyday situations within 6-9 months. The root system actually speeds things up once you learn it, because recognizing a three-letter root lets you guess the meaning of words you've never seen before.
Is Hebrew hard for English speakers?
It's a moderate challenge. The alphabet is new, you read right to left, and written Hebrew usually drops vowels — which means you need context to know how a word is pronounced. On the other hand, Hebrew grammar is more regular than English. Verbs follow predictable patterns based on their root, and there are far fewer exceptions than in languages like French or German. Pronunciation is also manageable — most sounds exist in English.
Can I take Hebrew classes online?
Yes. Our Hebrew tutors teach online via video call, and it works particularly well because screen sharing lets you practice reading and writing the script in real time. Many of our students are in the Valley or on the Westside and prefer the convenience of online sessions. You keep the same tutor each week, and lessons are built entirely around your objectives.
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