Semi-Private Tagalog Classes (COMPLETE Beginner), November - December 2011

I'm organizing a session of semi-private classes from October-December, possibly Monday evenings (and/or additional days in the week), 6:15-7:45 PM. Classes will begin as soon as a minimum of 3-4 sign-up. It can last anywhere from 4-6 weeks.

Please note : These classes are smaller and tend to be more intensive than the regular Bayanihan classes.


10/25 update: here's the specific information re the class:

5 Mondays, November 15-December 13 (we will not hold classes around Thanksgiving week)
6:15-7:45 PM, cost : $187.50 + $4 materials = $191.50
location: Bayanihan Center, 6^th and Mission, SF

This class will be as close as possible to getting a one-one private language instruction: and also, the class size, frequency and materials covered would be just the right amount for those wanting to get a real Tagalog conversation sampler~ perfect for the upcoming holiday gatherings with your Tagalog speaking relatives and friends!

Register NOW  (Space very limited) ! 
Salamat !

Beginner Conversational Tagalog Class in August - September 2011

* the classes were on hiatus for several months, but are now offered again. Intermediate / advanced class schedule to be posted soon ! *

Beginner Conversational Tagalog - San Francisco, CA

8-week session August 1 - September 19 2011 --

8 Mondays, 6:15-8:00 PM (includes a cooking session)

The beginner conversational class at the Bayanihan Community Center emphasizes practical phrases and grammatical strategies that will get you speaking confidently within days. The class will cover greetings and introductions, description of people and places, stating preferences or non-preferences, counting, shopping, telling time and basic usage of verbs. By the end of the class, students would be able to formulate sentences, have a working vocabulary of about 100-600 words, a
nd be able to carry on a basic conversation.

Reference Materials:
I will be providing handouts for both classes, and strongly recommend that students get these two books:


* Basic Tagalog by Paraluman Aspillera (2007, Tuttle Publishing)
Teach Yourself Tagalog by Corazon Salvacion Castle, book only (optional)


* Available at the Arkipelago Bookstore, located in the same building on 6th and Mission, SF.


Location: Bayanihan Community Center
1010 Mission Street
San Francisco CA 94103


Public Transportation (street parking is free and available by 6 PM):
BART: Powell, Civic Center
14 MUNI


Fee and Payment Information:
In order to make the class more available to students, fees for the beginner's class are based on a sliding scale rate with volunteer hours (volunteer opportunities available upon request):

Beginner Class:
$130 + 4 volunteer hours + $ 5 materials fee = $135
$150 no volunteer hours needed + $ 5 materials fee = $155

Please register online here:http://app.formassembly.com/forms/view/26035
or email karen_llagas at yahoo if you have any questions.


thank you!

Beginner Conversational Tagalog Class in Sep 2010

(POSTPONED until Dec/Jan 2011--stay tuned !)

Beginner Conversational Tagalog - San Francisco, CA

8-week session September 13 - November 1 2010 --

8 Mondays, 6:15-8:00 PM (includes a cooking session)

The beginner conversational class at the Bayanihan Community Center emphasizes practical phrases and grammatical strategies that will get you speaking confidently within days. The class will cover greetings and introductions, description of people and places, stating preferences or non-preferences, counting, shopping, telling time and basic usage of verbs. By the end of the class, students would be able to formulate sentences, have a working vocabulary of about 100-600 words, and be able to carry on a basic conversation.

Reference Materials:
I will be providing handouts for both classes, and strongly recommend that students get these two books:

* Basic Tagalog by Paraluman Aspillera (2007, Tuttle Publishing)
Teach Yourself Tagalog by Corazon Salvacion Castle, book only (optional)

* Available at the Arkipelago Bookstore, located in the same building on 6th and Mission, SF.

Location: Bayanihan Community Center
1010 Mission Street
San Francisco CA 94103

Public Transportation (street parking is free and available by 6 PM):
BART: Powell, Civic Center
14 MUNI

Fee and Payment Information:
In order to make the class more available to students, fees for the beginner's class are based on a sliding scale rate with volunteer hours (volunteer opportunities available upon request):

Beginner Class:
$120 + 4 volunteer hours + $ 5 materials fee = $125
$140 no volunteer hours needed + $ 5 materials fee = $145

Please register online here:
http://app.formassembly.com/forms/view/26035
or email karen_llagas at yahoo if you have any questions.

thank you!

Summer Tagalog Classes in June 2010

INTENSIVE Beginner Conversational Tagalog
San Francisco, CA

* designed for busy students who want to study / practice for a shorter time commitment and longer class hours *

4-week session in June

Mondays, 6:10-8:40 PM, June 7-28

The beginner class at the Bayanihan Community Center emphasizes practical phrases and grammatical strategies that will get you speaking confidently within days. The class will cover greetings and introductions, description of people and places, stating preferences or non-preferences, counting, shopping, telling time and basic usage of verbs. By the end of the class, students would be able to formulate sentences, have a working vocabulary of about 100-600 words, and be able to carry on a basic conversation.

INTENSIVE Advanced Beginner Conversational Tagalog

4-week session in June

Wednesdays, 6:10-8:40 PM, June 9-30

Not sure if you're ready to take the Intermediate class? This Advanced Beginner class allows you to practice and review, as well as build on the lessons from the Beginner session. Also perfect for those with a lot of previous knowledge but needs a refresher course. I call and assess all prospective students to make sure that their level is a good fit for this class. You can also send me an email with your questions/concerns.

Reference Materials:
I will be providing handouts for both classes, and strongly recommend that students get these two books:

* Basic Tagalog by Paraluman Aspillera (2007, Tuttle Publishing)
Teach Yourself Tagalog by Corazon Salvacion Castle, book only (optional)

* Available at the Arkipelago Bookstore, located in the same building on 6th and Mission, SF.

Location: Bayanihan Community Center
1010 Mission Street
San Francisco CA 94103

Public Transportation (street parking is free and available by 6 PM):
BART: Powell, Civic Center
14 MUNI

Fee and Payment Information:
In order to make the class more available to students, fees for the beginner's class are based on a sliding scale rate with volunteer hours (volunteer opportunities available upon request):

INTENSIVE Beginner and Advanced Beginner Class:
$90 + 4 volunteer hours + $ 5 materials fee = $95
$110 + no volunteer hours needed + $ 5 materials fee = $115

Please register online here:
http://app.formassembly.com/forms/view/26035
or email karen_llagas at yahoo if you have any questions.

thank you

Beginner & Advanced Beginner Conversational Tagalog Classes starting on February 2010 !

Beginner Conversational Tagalog - San Francisco, CA

8-week session February 10 - March 31 2010

8 Wednesdays, 6:15-8:00 PM (includes a cooking session)

The beginner conversational class at the Bayanihan Community Center emphasizes practical phrases and grammatical strategies that will get you speaking confidently within days. The class will cover greetings and introductions, description of people and places, stating preferences or non-preferences, counting, shopping, telling time and basic usage of verbs. By the end of the class, students would be able to formulate sentences, have a working vocabulary of about 100-600 words, and be able to carry on a basic conversation.

Advanced Beginner Conversational Tagalog

8-week session February 22 - April 12 2010

8 Mondays, 6:15-8:00 PM (includes a cooking session)

Not sure if you're ready to take the Intermediate class? This Advanced Beginner class allows you to practice and review, as well as build on the lessons from the Beginner session. Also perfect for those with a lot of previous knowledge but needs a refresher course. I call and assess all prospective students to make sure that their level is a good fit for this class. You can also send me an email with your questions/concerns.

Reference Materials:
I will be providing handouts for both classes, and strongly recommend that students get these two books:

* Basic Tagalog by Paraluman Aspillera (2007, Tuttle Publishing)
Teach Yourself Tagalog by Corazon Salvacion Castle, book only (optional)

* Available at the Arkipelago Bookstore, located in the same building on 6th and Mission, SF.

Location: Bayanihan Community Center
1010 Mission Street
San Francisco CA 94103

Public Transportation (street parking is free and available by 6 PM):
BART: Powell, Civic Center
14 MUNI

Fee and Payment Information:
In order to make the class more available to students, fees for the beginner's class are based on a sliding scale rate with volunteer hours (volunteer opportunities available upon request):

Beginner and Advanced Beginner Class:
$120 + 4 volunteer hours + $ 5 materials fee = $125
$140 no volunteer hours needed + $ 5 materials fee = $145

Please register online here:
http://app.formassembly.com/forms/view/26035
or email karen_llagas at yahoo if you have any questions.

thank you!

Small Group Tagalog for Kids Class (6-10 yr olds) @ El Cerrito

We have a couple of spots left for an ongoing small group Tagalog class for Kids in El Cerrito every Wednesday from 4-5 PM. The class is for 6-10 year old children, and we do the sessions in 4 class increments, to allow for more scheduling flexibility.

The first group of dates are:
4 Wednesdays, 4-5 PM,
Feb 17, 24, March 4 & 11.
Price is $60 for 4, or $17/class prorated
to be held at a home in El Cerrito--location TBA

If you're interested, you can register online (right hand side).

Note: New parents / students must contact me first if they haven't taken a class with me before.

Regular Tagalog for Kids group classes on Saturday mornings planned for the spring and If you'd like to organize your own group, I can help you coordinate.

salamat !

Tagalog Class for Kids - Winter 2009

These classes are designed to teach Tagalog to children in a fun, effective and highly hands-on format. Grammar and conversation study will be combined with interactive & kinesthetic games, songs and storytelling in Tagalog for a richer immersion in the Filipino language and culture.
Rolling enrollment: each class, while building upon past knowledge, also stands as a separate lesson--so kids can jump in and start learning at any time!

Short Session - 4 Saturdays
3-6 year olds: 10 AM – 10:45 AM
7-12 year olds: 11:00 – 11:50 AM

East Bay / Berkeley dates
location: Thai Cultural Center at 1911 Russell St. Berkeley, 1 block from Ashby BART
Nov 21, Dec 5, Dec 12, Dec 19

* classes are prorated *

To register, click here. Salamat!

Some FAQs:
1. Can there be a class where parents and kids learn together?
* For now, the classes for kids and adults are still held separately, but as always, parents are welcome to sit in and participate in the children's classes, as long as there's room.

2. Will there be classes in the South Bay?
* In the future, yes, & especially once we find a location for the classes (suggestions welcome!)*

3. Classes for teenagers?
* The kids' classes are designed for ages 3-13. For 13 and older, I'll be happy to organize a small group class on Saturdays starting at 12:30 PM if there's enough interest.(Berkeley and SF)

4. Are you available for private sessions?
Between my group class commitments, I'm open to having private classes at these time slots: Mondays & Wednesdays, 5-6 PM (SF); Saturdays, 12:30-2:30 PM (SF and Berkeley)... Feel free to contact me for other possibilities as well.