A2 COURSE

Practicalities

  • 275 EURO

  • 19:15 - 21:30

  • 9 two hour classes

  • 22 hours total (18 + 4 hours GFTC)

  • FREE DRINKS (including beer) provided during class

  • NO PHONES nor laptops allowed during class

  • Our classes are all IN-PERSON and taught in Amsterdam at Kropaarstraat 12

  • Class on Thursday evenings for 9 weeks
    (+ GFTC)

  • Class on October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, 26

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    • Our course is taught from a place of love for our students and community

    • We are teaching Dutch with a lot of humour, culture, and conversation

    • Whilst we are fun, we also create a strict learning environment with no laptops, lots of interaction, and focus on self study

    • Covers all A2 grammar as well as a list of 1300 most common dutch words.

    • This is less than usual A2 word count, however we make sure our students actually learn them.

    • Our classes focus heavily on practicing conversation, and navigating common situations.

      • Each class is roughly divided into 4 parts:

        • Culture (10 mins)

        • Vocab/grammar (20 mins)

        • Pop quiz (15 mins)

        • Interactive exercises (55 mins)

      • We supplement the lessons with different types of daily homework (approx 30 - 45 mins per day), such as…

        • Quizzes on our Slim Dutch App

        • Voicenote vocal exercises we send over Whatsapp

        • Children’s book reports

        • ‘Real life challenge’ videos

    • Instead of a final exam we have a competition to determine who spreek de best Nederlands

      • Along with this we have a graduation ceremony and closing party (aka DE GRAND FINALE TOURNAMENET COMPETITION)

    • Our classes are all in-person and taught in Amsterdam at Kropaarstraat 12

    • Upon completion of course, each student receives an official ‘Slim Dutch - Course Completion’ certificate

    • In order to receive this certificate students must attend a minimum of 7/9 classes and complete all assignments.

    • Do you work for a large company? You may be able to get the cost covered with your education budget

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 FAQs

  • We focus on confidence speaking.

    • If you have never studied Dutch before or feel like you struggle to speak basic phrases then we recommend our A1 course.

    • If you know some Dutch and are able to say common phrases then we recommend our A1.5 course.

    • If you are confident having a very basic chat‍ (1 - 2 min) then we recommend our A2 course.

    • If you are confident having a normal chat‍ (2 - 4 min) then we recommend our A2.5 course.

    • If you can have longer chats (4 - 10 min) then you are ready for our B1 course

    If you still have questions then give us a call —we're happy to help you find the perfect fit.

    📞 +31 6 1176 2270

  • Anyone who wants to speak Dutch and have fun doing it.

    Whether you're just getting started or already chatting — Slim Dutch is for expats, students, professionals, adventurers… everyone!

    if you want to feel more at home in the Netherlands, you're in the right place.

  • At Slim Dutch, you don’t just learn Dutch — you live it. We skip the textbooks and dive into real conversations, fun games, and cultural stories that help the language stick.

    You’ll laugh, talk, play, and connect—with teachers and classmates alike. No laptops, just people. We keep it social, interactive, and gezellig. And yes, drinks are on us.

    Whilst we are fun, we also create a strict learning environment. Students must complete their homework and attend classes, otherwise they do not get their certificate!

  • Yes we do!
    Come experience the magic of Slim Dutch for yourself for a single evening.

    But be warned… students often enjoy it so much they don’t want to leave after.

    You can sign up for a trial class here

  • Classes take place at:
    📍 Amsterdam – Kropaarstraat 12, 1032LA

    Each course runs for 5 or 9 weeks, with classes taking place in the evenings.

    Always from 19:15 - 21:30, super simple.

  • Definitely. Slim Dutch is a part of the Slim Community — so you’re always welcome at any of the events.

    Think music, culture, good wibes. Just check out the Radio page for what’s coming up.

    And don’t miss the GFTC (Grand Final Tournament Competition): our legendary final event (usually on Saturdays) where students from all levels come together for one big Dutch-speaking showdown.

    There’s a diploma, friendly competition, closing party, and lots of gezelligheid.

  • The GFTC (Grand Finale Tournament Competition) is the big event we have at the end of every Slim Dutch course.

    We pit classes against each other to determine who speaks de beste nederlands.

    After this we have a graduation ceremony and closing party. Super gezellig xd