OnlineTamilLessons with Sopika

I suggest you show this introduction video to your in-laws to check if my Tamil sounds understandable to them and matches their region (Pondicherry). If so, I would be delighted to start lessons with you.

The first lesson lasts 1 hour, giving us time to get to know each other, understand your reasons for learning Tamil and assess your current level. We define your goals together, I present my method and we plan the next sessions.

No prerequisites! I welcome students of all levels, from complete beginner (A1) to advanced (B2). My method adapts to your starting point.

UTHAYA materials follow Sopika’s spoken Eelam Tamil model. Written Tamil provides a shared reference; accent, vocabulary and some conversational forms vary between regions and families.

Absolutely! I use a specific playful method for children based on games, theater and creative activities. I teach students from kindergarten to middle school, and I adapt the content to each age group so that learning stays fun and motivating.

Lessons mainly take place by video call. In-person lessons in the Paris region are possible on request, subject to confirmation of the location, availability and price. Contact me to discuss your needs.

Lessons take place via video call on Zoom or Google Meet. You just need a computer or tablet with an internet connection. I provide all course materials in PDF before or after each session.

A lesson lasts 1 hour. The discovery lesson also lasts 1 hour so we have enough time to properly assess your level and define your goals. For children, I mainly adapt the content and pace.

Yes, I offer exam preparation lessons for Tamil, whether for school exams, university assessments or certifications. The program is then focused on the skills being evaluated: reading and listening comprehension, expression, grammar and specific vocabulary.

Yes, my lessons cover both spoken Tamil (conversation, pronunciation, common expressions) and written Tamil (alphabet, grammar, reading and writing). The balance between oral and written is adjusted according to your personal goals.

Lessons cost €25/h, or €33/h with a micro-entrepreneur invoice. If you need an invoice, contact UTHAYA before booking and paying. The calendar lets you book and pay for a €25 lesson by card. An invoice alone does not automatically qualify you for a tax credit; video lessons are excluded from the French personal-services tax credit.

Materials adapted to your lesson are included in private teaching. The Resources page presents independent learning materials in preparation; each listing states what is available and what is still being prepared.

No, my lessons are exclusively focused on Tamil language and culture: grammar, vocabulary, conversation, reading and writing. I may touch on cultural aspects related to Tamil traditions in a linguistic context, but I do not teach religion.

Yes, I just ask for 24 hours notice. Hours are flexible and we always find a slot that works.

Progress depends on your starting point, goals and practice. We set practical goals in the first lesson: introducing yourself, speaking with family or decoding a text. Timelines are adjusted after an assessment; there is no single promised result.