Private Swahili lessons

Learn Swahili at your own pace

Would you like to learn Swahili with lessons tailored entirely to your personal goals and schedule? At Learn Swahili, our private Swahili lessons offer one-on-one guidance and a flexible learning programme designed around your level, interests, and learning style.

Whether you are learning Swahili for travel, work, study, or to communicate with family and friends in East Africa, private lessons provide the fastest and most effective way to make progress.

Why Choose Private Swahili Lessons?

With private lessons, you and your teacher decide how the course is structured. Together, you determine the pace, lesson frequency, and topics that best suit your needs. As a result, you can focus on the language skills that matter most to you

Our teachers provide Swahili lessons alongside their regular professional careers. Therefore, lesson availability depends on their schedules. However, we always do our best to find lesson times that suit you.


Every private course is customised. Examples of possible programmes include:

  • A complete beginner’s course in 5 lessons of 2 hours.
  • A beginner’s course in 12 lessons of 1 hour.
  • A combination of beginner and intermediate topics.
  • Conversation practice to improve your speaking confidence.
  • Tailored lessons for travel, business, relocation, or academic purposes.

In addition, each lesson combines practical language skills with insights into Swahili culture, traditions, and everyday communication. This way you not only learn the language but also gain a better understanding of the cultural context in which people speak Swahili.

Are private lessons for you?

Private Swahili lessons are suitable for a wide range of learners. Whether you are a complete beginner, a student, or a professional working with East African partners, our personalised lessons can help you achieve your goals. In addition, private lessons are an excellent choice for learners who want to improve their speaking skills. Above all, they are ideal for anyone who prefers individual attention and a learning experience tailored to their own pace and objectives.

Enrol in Private Swahili Lessons

Interested in taking private Swahili lessons? Simply fill in the form and tell us about your learning goals. After receiving your registration, we will contact you to schedule your first lesson. First your teacher will assess your level. Next you will discuss your objectives together. Finally your teacher will create a personalised learning plan and schedule your future lessons with you.

Private Lesson Fees

Lesson TypePrice
Private lesson€50 per person per hour
Two-person lesson€35 per person per hour
Small group (3–4 people)€25 per person per hour

Student Discount

Are you a student interested in private Swahili lessons? If so, ask us about our special student rates.

Looking for something different?

Basic course Swahili A1

In just 10 lessons, you will learn the fundamentals of Swahili. By the end of the course, you are able to hold simple everyday conversations.

Medical Swahili A1

Our course Medical Swahili A1 teaches practical vocabulary and essential phrases . As a result you are prepared for your internship or work in the medical field.

Medical Handbook

This medical handbook will help you make the most of your time working in East Africa, whether you are there for a clinical rotation, an internship, or a professional placement.

Private tutoring

Besides our group lessons we over private lessons. A program fully tailored to your individual needs and preferences. Together with your instructor, you plan both the intensity and the topics covered.

Swahili A2 – Second level

Take the next step with Swahili A2. You will expand your vocabulary and improve your grammar. Furthermore you will become more confident in everyday conversations.

Dutch courses

In addition to our English courses we also teach courses in Dutch. Check out our Dutch website for more information.