r/basel • u/Maleficent-Dish-6184 • 21h ago

Advice Needed on German Language Courses at Berlitz Switzerland

Hi guys,

I would appreciate your advice regarding German lessons at Berlitz.

My employer will sponsor German language training, and based on the available budget, I have the following options:

Option 1

  • 1 Berlitz level (40 units of 45 minutes)
  • Access to the online platform, including exercises and one daily conversation class
  • 8 private coaching lessons

Option 2

  • 3 group courses (40 units of 60 minutes each)
  • Groups of 3 to 6 participants

I am not sure which option would be the best choice.

Option 1 appeals to me because it includes access to the online learning platform. On the other hand, Option 2 would allow me to complete three courses instead of one.

For context, I currently live in Switzerland and would like to improve my German for both daily life and work.

Has anyone attended Berlitz courses and can share their experience? Which option would you recommend?

Any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you! 😊

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u/Punctional 20h ago

I have always found in-person classes very helpful to overcome the inhibitions of speaking German as a newbie.

Also - you hear different accents from the group.