Learn Thai from someone who'll actually tell you the truth
You're going to mess up your tones. A lot. Thai has 44 consonants and you'll confuse half of them. But here's the good news: I've taught hundreds of adults to read, speak, and actually understand Thai - and we somehow manage to have fun doing it.
Ground zero to literate. Bay Area's most honest Thai teacher.
What We'll Work On
One-on-One (Where I Can Focus On Your Specific Chaos)
Your tones are uniquely terrible. Your reading mistakes are creatively wrong. Private lessons mean I can fix YOUR specific issues without boring other students. We'll work through Thai script, pronunciation, real conversation, and I'll tell you honestly what you need to work on.
Learn With Fellow Strugglers
Maximum six students. You'll still get individual attention and corrections, plus the benefit of watching other people mess up the same things you do. Somehow this makes everyone feel better. Structured curriculum, plenty of laughs, actual progress.
Yes, You Can Learn To Read Thai (Really)
Thai script looks impossible until someone explains it clearly. Intensive focus on reading fluency - from recognizing letters to actually reading signs, menus, and texts. Fair warning: I will make you practice. But you'll actually be able to read, not just guess.
What Students Actually Say
"Ann is an amazing teacher! Her enthusiasm and structured approach made learning Thai actually achievable. I went from zero to being able to read signs and have basic conversations."
—Student, Bay Area
"Really good at fixing tones and pronunciations. The classes are enjoyable, engaging, and challenging."
—Student, Bay Area
"She demystifies the Thai script and makes learning structured and consistent. Best Thai teacher in the Bay Area!"
—Student, Bay Area
Here's What I Won't Lie To You About:
🎵 5 Tones
You have 1.5. We'll get you there.
📖 Thai Script
No one explains it properly. I do.
😳 Embarrassing Moments
You'll mess up. We'll laugh. Then you'll nail it.
📱 Apps vs Reality
Apps won't make you fluent.
Consistent lessons with real feedback will.
⏰ "Too Late?"
I've taught people in their 60s who now
read better than their grandkids.
Here's What I Won't Lie To You About:
Ready to actually learn Thai?
Book your first lesson. Show up ready to work (and laugh at yourself a little). I'll tell you honestly where you're at and what we need to fix.
Questions? Email me at [email]. I'll give you a straight answer about whether this is right for you.
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