I found Giulia after being unhappy with group German classes and feeling that I wasn’t making the progress I needed. I can only say that it was the best decision I could make. She’s a great teacher, not only in terms of knowledge of the language and how to make you learn but also being flexible to your needs and adapting the classes accordingly. As only a foreigner learning German can know, this is not an easy process and can even be a traumatic experience. Having Giulia as my teacher, however, has facilitated the process and transformed the class hours into joyful occasions. I absolutely recommend her to anyone on the journey of learning German.
A1 German Course for Beginners: Learn Online from Scratch
Join my A1 online German group course for beginners. Max 6 students, live lessons on Microsoft Teams with a native speaker teacher. Start from zero.
A1 Group Course
€96/ month
- 💶 12€/lesson
- 1 lesson = 45 minutes
- 4 weeks, 1 session/week (2 x 45 min)
- 📅 Wednesday
- 10-11:30am, UTC+2 timezone (Germany)
- 🌡️ level A1
- 4 to 8 participants
- 👌 money-back guarantee
🇩🇪 A German idiom for you: durch die Decke gehen: your German will go through the roof.
I'm Giulia, a native German speaker and linguistics graduate from LMU Munich. I've been teaching German for over 15 years, and my A1 group course is built for complete beginners: no prior knowledge needed.
You'll learn real German from lesson one: introducing yourself, ordering at a café, asking for directions, holding a simple conversation. We work in small groups of max 6 students, so everyone gets time to speak. This keeps the cost lower than private lessons while still giving you personal attention.
Not sure which level fits you? My guide to German language levels and exams explains the CEFR system and helps you find where to start.
What's in the A1 Course
European language levels go from A1 to C2. A1 is for complete beginners 👶: people who have never learned German before.
So what will you actually learn? The basics you need to get by: introducing yourself, ordering at a café, asking for directions, telling someone you don't understand yet. Real phrases you'll use from day one.
We cover vocabulary, reading, grammar, and comprehension, but always connected to real situations, not abstract exercises. By the end of the course you'll be able to hold a simple conversation with a native speaker.
As a welcome gift, I include a bonus session on German idioms and expressions 😆, the kind of thing you won't find in a textbook.
I also have free guides on specific grammar topics we cover: Dativ vs Akkusativ explained and adjective endings made simple.
Here’s the official definition of A1, just so you know what the level means:
An A1 speaker can understand and use everyday expressions and basic phrases. They can introduce themselves and ask others simple questions: where they live, who they know, what they have. They can interact in a simple way as long as the other person speaks slowly and clearly.
Your path through A1
A concrete plan, week by week. Here's exactly what we build together in the A1 group course.
- Week 1–2 — Introductions & greetings. Introduce yourself, say where you're from, greet people and ask simple questions.
- Week 3–4 — Numbers, time & ordering. Numbers, dates and ordering at a café or restaurant — your first real conversations.
- Week 5–6 — Asking for directions. Getting around, asking where things are, understanding simple answers.
- Week 7–8 — Everyday life. Shopping, talking about your day, likes and dislikes.
- Week 9–10 — Simple past & connecting ideas. Tell someone what you did, connect sentences, keep a conversation going.
- Week 11–12 — Review & real conversation. We put it all together: hold a real, simple conversation with a native speaker.
Pace: 2 lessons per week (2 × 45 minutes = a 90-minute weekly session), so most students feel comfortable holding simple conversations after roughly 12 weeks.
Who are my A1 group courses for?
A German course can have different flavours, depending on the scope of your learning, your motivation, your needs.
One thing is common to all courses: you. The student is always in the middle point of any course.
About me
Maybe you want to know a bit about me before booking. If not, feel free to skip this section.
I've been teaching German to students from all over the world for over 15 years.
I have a degree in Linguistics from LMU Munich, which technically makes me a grammar nerd 🤓. But don't worry, we'll have fun with the language, putting the focus on breaking the ice 🧊 with real-life conversations.
A Bit About My Teaching Style
Teaching something as complex as quantum physics... 🙃... or German language isn't easy.
So what makes it work? Two things: empathy and commitment. Empathy means connecting with your class and adapting your style to them. For example, breaking an intense grammar session into smaller chunks before students get tired and tune out.
And commitment? It means the course is cut ✂️ to fit your needs. I look for the best explanations, the resources that actually work for you, so you can learn in a relaxed, enjoyable way.
How the Course Works
Almost everyone knows what working from home feels like by now, and online lessons work the same way.
We meet on **Microsoft Teams** for each live session. You'll need a computer or tablet with a camera, a headset, and a stable internet connection. Plus the course textbook. I'll tell you which one when you join.
If you need help setting up, just ask. I'll walk you through it.
What my students say
Here’s what my students say. These are Google reviews, written by people who have learned German with me.
I have been seeing Giulia for the last 2 years and she is amazing! She made the task of learning German achievable and at times, dear I say, even fun! I went from not knowing a single word, to now being a confident and capable german speaker. She has always been very supportive, flexible and understanding. The fact that her English is great only further facilitates her native English students as at the start speaking in English made the whole process much less intimidating and more productive. I couldn’t have wished for a better german teacher. Vielen Vielen Dank Giulia!
I am extremely grateful for having her as a teacher. She focus on what you need in order to progress much faster. For me was pushing my speaking skills und Ich spreche Deutsch. Vielen Danke Giulia
Giulia is an amazing teacher, I like working with her a lot. She is committed, precise, helpful and supportive. I study with her for 1,5 years now, I have noticed the development. I have only good experience with her therefore I recommend her to anyone.
Try the course before you enroll
In my 1:1 courses, you get a free trial lesson before deciding whether to continue.
For a group course, arranging a separate free trial lesson for each participant isn't practical. So the first scheduled lesson of the group course doubles as your trial lesson — there's nothing to lose.
You decide whether to enroll only after you've taken part in that first lesson.
Money-back guarantee — zero risk
Not sure if this course is for you? Try it without worry. If you're not satisfied, you can withdraw at any time — you only pay for the lessons you've taken, and I refund the rest the very same day you ask. No forms, no hoops.
Read the full money-back policy →A1 Course — Frequently Asked Questions
The A1 level is the first rung of the CEFR scale. At A1 you can understand and use everyday expressions and basic phrases, introduce yourself, and ask simple questions — where you live, who you know, what you have. You can interact in a simple way as long as the other person speaks slowly and clearly.
No. This course is built for complete beginners — people who have never studied German before. We start from zero: alphabet, greetings, and the first phrases you’ll actually use. If you learned some German years ago and forgot it, you’ll refresh it quickly.
You’ll learn to introduce yourself, order at a café, ask for and understand directions, talk about everyday life, and hold a simple conversation with a native speaker. We cover vocabulary, grammar, reading and comprehension — always tied to real situations, not abstract exercises.
The course runs with 2 lessons per week (2 × 45 minutes, a 90-minute weekly session). At that pace, most students are comfortable holding simple conversations after roughly 12 weeks. The exact pace depends on you — we adapt to the group.
Groups are capped at max 6 students. That keeps the cost lower than private lessons while still giving everyone plenty of time to speak in every session.
A computer or tablet with a camera, a headset with microphone, a stable internet connection, and Microsoft Teams installed. I’ll tell you which textbook to get when you join — and I’ll help you set everything up if needed.
Request a seat
I will check availability and get back to you within 24 hours. No public calendar: your details stay with me.
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Getting more info
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See also my other German courses
- 1:1 Online German Lessons: private lessons with a native speaker, fully tailored to your individual goals.
- All German Courses: the complete overview of every course format I offer.
- Dativ vs Akkusativ explained: a free grammar guide for A1 learners.
- German adjective endings guide: step-by-step approach to a tricky topic.