Mikheil Carbonaro

At 67, I feared I was too old to learn a new language effectively. Mikheil disproved this myth entirely. He adapted his teaching to accommodate my learning pace without ever making me feel inadequate. His encouragement through frustrating plateaus kept me motivated. After a year of weekly lessons, I'm now confidently planning my dream trip through Germany, ready to navigate entirely in German

As a professional requiring perfect German pronunciation, I needed specialized instruction beyond what typical language schools offer. Mikheil's approach to teaching German for performers has been extraordinary. He developed customized phonetic exercises targeting the specific sounds I struggled with and incorporated German poetry and librettos into our lessons.

Rather than generic scenarios, we practiced negotiations and presentations relevant to my industry. Most importantly, he helped me overcome my pronunciation anxiety through targeted exercises. My German colleagues no longer switch to English during meetings—the ultimate compliment!

Mikheil's teaching methods transformed my relationship with German. Before finding him, I had tried and abandoned German studies twice, finding it too rigid and intimidating. His approach balances structure with adaptability—he identified my learning style immediately and adjusted accordingly. Within six months, I went from struggling with basics to passing my medical German proficiency exam.

Unlike other teachers who stick rigidly to textbooks, Mikheil immediately assessed my specific needs in the tech industry and crafted lessons incorporating the vocabulary I encounter daily. After just four months, I was confidently participating in team meetings entirely in German, which fast-tracked my promotion. Mikheil's flexibility with scheduling around my unpredictable work hours has been invaluable.