Choose Your Voyage

My private lessons are tailored journeys, designed to take you from your first words to fluent, confident expression. Discover the path that's right for you below.

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Portuguese

For Beginners to Native-Level Fluency.

A journey to the heart of my native language. For beginners, we'll build a strong, intuitive foundation. For advanced learners, we will explore the poetic nuances of Brazilian culture, from the philosophy of our music to the complexities of our cinema. This is more than a language; it's a homecoming. Let me show you the soul of my language.

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English

From Foundational Confidence to Professional Mastery.

As a self-taught, certified expert with years of experience, I specialize in helping you find true fluency. We'll move beyond textbook English, focusing on the natural rhythm, cultural context, and confident communication needed to thrive in today's globalized world. Let's make your English as dynamic and intelligent as you are. Your ambition deserves a voice to match.

Eiffel Tower in Paris at sunset, viewed from a bridge over the river, with leafless trees in the foreground.

French

For Beginners to Advanced Conversation.

My own passion for French fuels these lessons. We will focus on the art of French conversation, demystifying grammar and building your confidence with a language that is as logical as it is beautiful. This is your path to not just speaking French, but thinking and feeling in it, with all the nuance it deserves. Fall in love with the process.

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Spanish

For Travelers, Professionals, and Enthusiasts.

As a fluent speaker with a deep love for Latin American culture, I will guide you through the practical language you need for travel, work, and connection. Our lessons are dynamic, conversation-driven, and focused on building real-world confidence. Your adventure starts with the first "¡Hola! ¿Qué pasa?"

Student Testimonials

  • Teacher Matt is incredible, his classes are flexible, dynamic and humanized. He always teaches us in a relaxed and objective way with a lot of interaction and naturalness.

    — Arlene, French student, 32 years old

  • "I have been learning French with Matheus for almost a year now and I can honestly say, even though he is the fifth French teacher I have studied with, that he is the best teacher I have ever had."

    — Camilla, French student, 30 years old

  • "Teacher Matt is an excellent French teacher. He demonstrates a passion for teaching, communicates with ease, and stands out for his innovative spirit, his ability to motivate, his adaptability, and his appreciation of collaborative work. Passion, enthusiasm, clear and effective communication, and the ability to inspire others—these are all qualities he brings to his students."

    — Tiago, French student, 40 years old