Indonesian classes · Los Angeles · Since 2006
Indonesian Classes in Los Angeles. Halo.
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Why Indonesian?
Four reasons to take Indonesian classes
Reach 270 Million People
Indonesia is the world's fourth most-populous country and Southeast Asia's largest economy. Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) is the key to this massive, fast-growing market.
One of the Easiest Asian Languages to Learn
Indonesian uses the Latin alphabet, has no tones, no grammatical gender, and no verb conjugations. You can hold basic conversations within weeks.
Explore 17,000 Islands Beyond Bali
Most tourists never leave Bali. Speaking Indonesian opens up Sulawesi's diving, Java's temples, Sumatra's jungles, and Komodo's dragons — where English won't help you.
Understand a Muslim-Majority Democracy
Indonesia is the world's largest Muslim-majority country and a vibrant democracy. Understanding its language and culture is essential for anyone working in Southeast Asian affairs.
Since 2006
Indonesian in Los Angeles
Halo! Welcome to Strommen.
With a Strommen teacher you will speak Indonesian on the first class. A private session is more effective, efficient and convenient than enrolling in a group class. Your Strommen teacher will be a perfect fit for your needs and learning style. We equate 10 hours of private classes with a full semester in a traditional college or group class.
Scheduling is convenient (7 days a week, any time of day), and you can start right away. You can easily reschedule, so you will never miss a class and get left behind. In a private class you do the speaking. There are no other students to hide behind or take up all of the teacher’s time. Your teacher will make sure you progress at your pace, rather than the pace of the best (or worst) student in the class. Strommen further enriches your learning experience with free podcasts, videos, online resources, Strommen Language Meetups around LA, group classes, workshops and even annual immersion trips.
Getting started is easy, just fill out our student application or call and we will help choose the best teacher for you. We decide on a specific teacher based on a number of criteria including a professional gut-feeling. We will make sure it is the perfect match. As a student, your Strommen teacher will be highly dedicated to you. Many of our teachers meet at cafes, at their home office, or anywhere you like. We believe it’s fundamentally wrong to really learn a language from a text book, audio CD, or computer program. It’s time to get away from the computer, grab a coffee and meet your Strommen teacher to have a real conversation!
GROUP Indonesian CLASSES LOS ANGELES
Check out our Group Class Schedule Here. Strommen Group Classes are a fun, social, and an even more affordable alternative to our private classes. We organize traditional classes like “Beginner Indonesian” as well as Workshops. For a full list of our group classes and enrollment info head over to our Group Class Schedule.
RATES
Private Indonesian Classes Los Angeles:
1 hour $75
10 hour package $650 ($65 hourly)
Best Deal! 20 hour package $550 ($55 hourly)
Group Indonesian Classes Los Angeles (Group classes may not be currently available for all languages):
$230 Early Bird rate for 12 hours (8 weeks)
$260 for 12 hours (8 weeks)
Check out our Group class schedule for more info.
More options and discounts:
At your home or office? Add only $20 for travel.
Save $10 hourly by taking class with a friend! Ask about our family and corporate discounts.
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CONTACT
Fill out your info on our contact page here and we will be in touch within 24 hours with a personalized recommendation for your needs, or just give us a call Monday through Saturday 9am to 5pm at 323 638 9787 – You can also check our FAQ page for more info!
You can also browse our teachers for Indonesian Classes Los Angeles below. Don’t live in the Los Angeles area? No problem, our teachers are available online.
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No public Indonesian 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.
Indonesian class FAQ
What is the best way to learn Indonesian?
Conversational practice with a native speaker, combined with consistent vocabulary building. Indonesian grammar is simple enough that you can start having basic conversations within weeks — the real work is vocabulary, not structure. A tutor helps you build practical word knowledge, get the pronunciation right (mostly straightforward, but a few sounds trip up English speakers), and understand the cultural nuances of formal vs. informal speech. Indonesian music, podcasts, and YouTube channels make great supplementary tools. The language uses Latin script with phonetic spelling, so reading practice is immediately accessible.
How long does it take to learn Indonesian?
Indonesian is classified as a Category II language by the FSI, with an estimated 900 class hours for professional proficiency. But for conversational ability, most motivated students get there much faster — often within 3 to 6 months of regular study. The grammar is about as simple as it gets for any language: no conjugations, no tenses, no gender, no cases. The main work is building vocabulary. Students who put in consistent daily practice — even just 20 minutes of review plus weekly tutoring — tend to be surprised at how quickly they progress compared to other languages they've studied.
Is Indonesian hard for English speakers?
No. It's widely considered one of the easiest Asian languages for English speakers to learn. The alphabet is Latin with no tonal system. The grammar is minimal — no verb conjugations, no noun genders, no articles. Plurals are formed by repeating the word (buku-buku for books). Sentence structure is similar to English (Subject-Verb-Object). The main challenges are vocabulary (few cognates with English, though you'll find some Dutch and Arabic loanwords from Indonesia's history) and the affixation system, where prefixes and suffixes modify root words to create related meanings. Compared to Mandarin, Japanese, or Thai, the difficulty level is dramatically lower.
Can I take Indonesian classes online?
Yes. Indonesian is almost impossible to find in a classroom setting in LA — it's not offered at most language schools, and only a handful of universities teach it. Online tutoring is the practical solution, and it works well. Our lessons pair you with a native speaker over video for personalized one-on-one instruction on your schedule. The conversational focus of our approach is a natural fit for Indonesian, which is best learned through speaking practice rather than grammar exercises.
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