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Start speaking Italian with confidence, and enjoy every minute of it.

The Dante Alighieri Society of Charleston is pleased to announce our new Italian course, designed for anyone who wants to learn, practice, or rediscover the language in a friendly and relaxed setting.

Our course is built around conversation, not grammar drills. We’ve found that students learn best when they feel encouraged to speak, express themselves, and build confidence step by step. Grammar and vocabulary grow naturally along the way, through real situations, lively exchanges, and plenty of practice.

You won’t feel like you’re sitting in a formal classroom. You’ll feel like you’re learning Italian the way it’s meant to be learned: by using it.

Winter 2027
Course details

Start date
Friday, January 8, 2027
Length
14 lessons, following the Dante Alighieri Society’s standard course format
Schedule
Every Friday at 3:00 PM
Location
Downtown Charleston (address will be communicated via email)
Cost
$400 for the full 14-lesson course

How to Enroll

  1. Complete the level assessment form. This short form helps us understand your current knowledge of Italian so we can place you in the right group.

    Download the formPDF, 4 pages

  2. Send it back to us at [email protected].

  3. We’ll be in touch to confirm your place and share payment details.

Not sure about your level, or have never studied Italian before? Don’t worry. Beginners are warmly welcome!

Questions?

We’d love to hear from you. Contact us at [email protected]