Portuguese for Travelers, Business & Martial Arts (BJJ, Capoeira, MMA)

From 30.48 € /h

Learn Portuguese with real-world focus; from airports and business meetings to the rhythm of the roda and the intensity of the mat. This course is designed for travelers, entrepreneurs, and martial artists who want to communicate confidently in Brazilian Portuguese while understanding the culture behind the language.

You’ll develop practical vocabulary and conversation skills for daily interactions, professional contexts, and martial arts environments such as Capoeira, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and MMA. Classes combine language practice, cultural insights, and situational dialogues, emphasizing pronunciation, rhythm, and expressions used in authentic Brazilian settings.

Location

Online from United States

About Me

I’m a Brazilian educator, therapist, and capoeira instructor with over ten years of experience teaching language, culture, and personal development. Originally from the Amazon region, I’ve worked across Brazil and the United States, combining my background in psychology, business, and martial arts to create learning experiences that connect language with real human interaction.

My teaching approach blends conversation, culture, and movement, helping students not only learn Portuguese but also understand the mindset, rhythm, and social dynamics that shape Brazilian life.

I teach in English and Portuguese and have guided students from diverse backgrounds, including travelers, business professionals, and martial artists training in Capoeira, BJJ, and MMA.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Southern Methodist University (SMU) Cox School of Business, Dallas, Texas, USA
Focus: Strategy, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology – Universidade Federal do Pará (UFPa), Belém, Brazil
Focus: Human Development, Learning, and Community Engagement

Experience / Qualifications

10+ years teaching and mentoring students in Brazil and the United States, with experience in language, psychology, and cultural education.

Professional martial arts instructor specializing in Capoeira, with practical knowledge of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) environments.

Therapist and coach experienced in working with university students and professionals, integrating language learning with personal development and confidence-building.

Cross-cultural trainer for international learners preparing to travel, study, or do business in Brazil.

Business and innovation background from an MBA program at SMU (Dallas, TX), connecting language learning with professional communication, negotiation, and cultural intelligence.

Bilingual educator (Portuguese–English) with a dynamic, adaptive teaching style that values rhythm, body language, and authentic cultural context.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Portuguese

Skills

Portuguese

Portuguese for adults

Traveling

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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Tue

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20-24

Ana

4.82

(11)

Portuguese teacher, graduated in Communication Sciences, offers Portuguese courses for all levels and different ages.
My goal is to make the student progress in his ability to communicate in Portuguese, in writing and orally, by adapting his needs and his pace of learning.
These courses will also be an excellent tool to get to know Portuguese culture and the country better.

Carlos

4.82

(11)

I'm a Spanish teacher with over 20 years of experience in education, and my goal has always been clear: to help students learn the language in a practical, natural, and meaningful way.

My teaching approach is centered around real-life situations, with a strong focus on speaking and oral expression. I use a modern, engaging, and student-friendly method that encourages communication from day one.

I truly believe that learning a language is not just about memorizing rules—it's about living it, using it, and enjoying the journey.

I’m passionate about guiding each student along their path and providing them with the tools they need to feel confident using Spanish in real contexts.

Florencia

4.82

(11)

Spanish lessons for foreigners: travel, business, academic goals, or exam preparation. Experience teaching adults, teens, and children, both in-person and online.

✅ Full Description

I’m a Spanish teacher from Argentina with 8 years of experience teaching students from all over the world. I love my profession and dedicate time and energy to each learner, designing lessons that adapt to your goals, interests, and learning style.

📚 My Methodology

I use a wide variety of materials that recreate real-life situations so you can communicate naturally.
Communication is always the priority: when YOU speak, that’s the real sign you’re learning.
Dynamic, practical, and engaging lessons.
Continuous feedback and materials provided.
1:1 lessons or small groups (ask about rates).

🌍 Areas of Focus

Spanish for travel, business, academic purposes, and exam preparation.
Experience with adults, teenagers, and children.

💡 Ongoing Training
I constantly update my teaching methods with the latest trends in education and online learning technology, bringing innovative strategies into my lessons.

👉 My mission is to help you gain confidence and fluency in Spanish while also connecting with the culture. Let’s start your Spanish journey today!

Arno

4.82

(11)

Both Brazilian and European Portuguese. We will start with the basic grammar of the Portuguese language. Depending on the pace and experience of the student, conversation will gradually take place in Portuguese. You will receive useful and practical tips to make learning the language even more fun.

Lucía

4.82

(11)

I am a certified Spanish teacher and an official DELE examiner at the Instituto Cervantes. I hold a Master's degree in Spanish as a Foreign Language and another in International Education and Bilingualism. I am also an IB teaching certified professional. I am currently a PhD candidate in Applied Linguistics for Language Teaching. I have extensive teaching experience in academies and universities in Europe and Asia, as well as five years of online teaching experience.

I offer individualized programs for all levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (A1–C2), with specialization in:

- General Spanish (for adults, teens, and children): Level up from total beginner to advanced!
- Communicative Spanish (discussion sessions to improve pronunciation, fluency, and vocabulary expansion)
- Spanish for Specific Purposes (travel, business, academic)
- Preparation for DELE, SIELE and IB exams

Each program is tailored to your goals and learning style, combining an active communicative approach with functional grammar analysis. For those taking the DELE exam, I guarantee thorough preparation and ongoing support so you can approach the exam with complete confidence. I work online from Spain with a very flexible schedule; I'm happy to adapt classes to your availability and guide you toward solid, measurable progress. I also offer in-person classes in Málaga (starting in December).

If you'd like to improve your Spanish level, whether for travel, professional communication, or certifying your language skills, I'd be happy to support you on your journey. Write me, and we'll design your study plan together!

And if you enjoy the class, please consider leaving me a review! 😊🌟 Thank you!

I'll see you in class!

Sandra

4.82

(11)

I am a Cambridge-educated social scientist with extensive experience in the education sector and international communications. Trained as a journalist and academic, I possess a specialised command of the Spanish language and grammar. My transdisciplinary training and my knowledge of various educational systems, given my teaching work in Canada, Chile and the United Kingdom, allows me to provide a comprehensive vision to each student and adapt to multiple scenarios and needs. I teach Spanish as a foreign language from a basic to an advanced level. It will be a pleasure to accompany you on your way to immerse yourself in the language and its cultural context.

My motto is always to find a way to motivate my students and make them progress according to their needs and goals.

In my class, you will find an abundant use of visual resources to stimulate memory and a flexible approach to achieve comprehensive language command from everyday life situations to specialised topics.

My courses include:

- Spanish courses for specific purposes (tourism, academic, business).

- Spanish grammar / Use of language / Language Skills Practicum.

- Language through culture (Hispano-American cinema, music and popular culture)

Natalie

4.82

(11)

Bonjour! ¡Buenos días! Bom dia! Guten tag! Добрий день!👋👋👋
My name is Natalie. I teach Spanish,French,Portuguese, Ukrainian and Russian! 😊😊😊 I have been teaching these languages for 14 years.📗📘📖🗣☺
I have a Master’s degree in Linguistics 🎓,a Master’s degree with honours in Tourism Hotel and Restaurant Business 🎓 and a Master’s degree in International Law🎓 I also earned diplomas 📄📄📄from the Ministry of Education of France : DELF, Spanish diplomas DELE from Cervantes Institute (Madrid), German diploma from Goethe Institute and Japanese – Language Proficiency diploma (Tokyo).🤗🤗🤗
I've worked with football clubs, UEFA Champions League Final⚽ and at other sporting events⛹‍♂🏆.
I teach languages from scratch and to a desirable result.✍✍✍📖🙌😀 I'm very friendly and the atmosphere is always nice during the lesson!😇
I also help students to prepare for KS3, GCSE, IGCSE, IB, DELE, DELF and other exams and my students 👩‍🎓👨‍🎓successfully pass them every year😇
I prepare specific material for each student 🖊📄depending on the knowledge, the goals or their personal interests🙂 and I will take different approaches according to your needs.
I teach: young learners,👩‍💻students, adults👩‍🔬👩‍✈, professional football players🏆⚽, musicians🪗🎸 ballet dancers🩰, doctors,👩‍⚕🧑‍⚕ lawyers and fashion designers 🧵🥻👗from all over the globe🌎. You will benefit from my broad range of experience and I will be with you every step of your learning journey☺.
Online tuition allows my clients to enjoy high quality lessons, learn foreign languages without leaving home and at a comfortable time.🕓🕓🕓👩‍🏫👨‍🏫👩‍💻👨‍💻
Don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. 🙃🙃🙃
Individual and group classes via Zoom/Skype! All materials for lessons are provided+ references from students.
Regards,
Teacher Natalie

Leonor

4.82

(11)

Do you love Portuguese and want to spend a few days in Portugal? Do you need to speak Portuguese at work?
I offer dynamic courses for anyone interested in this wonderful language! From the basics to the most advanced, lessons where the emphasis is on listening and speaking as much as possible, as well as explanations.
I'm Portuguese and I love passing on my love of my mother tongue, if you'd like to start from the very beginning or improve your fluency, don't hesitate to contact me.

Jonathas

4.82

(11)

You'll be able to learn from a teacher who studied International Relations, Pedagogy, and who was accepted to a master's degree in French Literature at Sorbonne University, Paris. I have been teaching English for over 10 years and French for over 5 years. I have a DALF certificate in French and in English. My classes are dynamic and contain original e-books/lessons developed by me. Teaching is my passion and I hope you find in my classes what you need to become fluent in another language.

You will learn with a teacher holding degrees in international relations and pedagogy, and admitted to a Master's program in French literature at Sorbonne University, Paris. I have been teaching English for over 10 years and French for over 5 years. I hold the DALF diploma in both French and English. My lessons are dynamic and draw on original teaching resources, including e-books and lessons that I have designed myself. Teaching is my passion, and I hope you will find everything you need to master a foreign language in my courses.

Mingtao

4.82

(11)

My name is Mingtao. I am from China. I used to live in Canada for around 10 years. I have experience teaching adults to learn Mandarin and English on the HelloTalk software. I am an easy-going person, so I always make a good relationship with my foreign friends.

Please feel free to join my course to have a nice conversation :)))

P.S---Helping people can make me more positive and happy ~~~~

Joana

4.82

(11)

I am a native European Portuguese teacher and have been teaching foreigners for several years. I teach all levels—from absolute beginners to advanced students who want to improve their fluency, pronunciation, and confidence in speaking.
(levels A1-A2-B1-B2-C1-C2).
I have several years of experience preparing students for the official CAPLE PLE exams, with excellent results.

My classes are personalized and tailored to your goals:
- Portuguese for everyday life;
- Portuguese in a work context;
- Portuguese for travel;
- Integration in Portugal;
- Conversation;
- Listening comprehension;
- Pronunciation;
- Practical vocabulary;
- Portuguese culture;
- Preparation for official exams.

I believe that learning a language should be a light and fun experience, but also competent and safe, without fear of making mistakes. That's why I create a relaxed environment where you will feel comfortable speaking from the very first class.

I work with:
✔ communicative methods
✔ real-life situations
✔ simple and clear explanations
✔ materials adapted to your level
✔ the student's pace, respecting your learning process

My goal is to help you communicate naturally, gain confidence, and actually use Portuguese in real life—not just study it in books.

Classes are online and organized according to your and my availability.

Paloma

4.82

(11)

Olá! Tudo bem? Prazer, meu nome é Paloma.

I am a Portuguese teacher, translator, proofreader, language lover, and lifelong learner.

I am originally from Recife, Brazil, and since 2020, I have discovered my passion for teaching the Portuguese language. Despite having an initial education in a different area, it was through learning languages and teaching my students that I developed my skills as a teacher. I have also pursued further university certificates in linguistics, Portuguese as a foreign language, teaching methodologies, and translation.

I have always been passionate about languages. In addition to Portuguese, I speak English and Spanish, and I am currently studying other languages (this is one of my hobbies).

My experience as a language learner has given me the essential tools to support my students on their journey to learning Portuguese.

Whether you are starting from scratch or looking to advance your fluency, I am here to help you speak with confidence and joy.

You decide how you want to learn — our classes can be in English or fully in Portuguese for total immersion! My goal is to create a supportive, engaging, and dynamic learning environment where you feel comfortable and motivated to achieve your best.

Why learn with me?
• Personalised lessons tailored to your goals and learning style
• A balance between structure and flexibility, so you stay on track while enjoying the process
• Engaging and interactive classes that incorporate real-life conversations, cultural insights, and fun exercises
• A patient, encouraging approach to keep you motivated and confident

In our first lesson, I will assess your level, learning preferences, and areas of improvement so we can create the best strategies to help you progress as quickly as possible.

If you do not see an available time slot that works for you, do not hesitate to message me — I will do my best to accommodate your schedule!

I cannot wait to meet you and be part of your language-learning journey! Schedule your first lesson, and let’s get started.

Vicente

4.82

(11)

I offer Portuguese lessons focused on developing speaking and listening skills, with particular emphasis on using the language in real-life situations, both personal and professional.

Lessons are primarily conversational, naturally integrating essential grammar, functional vocabulary, and pronunciation, allowing students to gradually gain confidence and fluency. Where necessary, sessions can also be oriented towards Portuguese language exam preparation at levels A1, A2, B1, and B2.

The methodology is based on dynamic and engaging approaches, tailored to the pace, interests, and goals of each student. Before starting the course, a brief diagnostic conversation is conducted, which informs a personalised learning strategy adapted to the student’s specific needs and expectations.

The main objective is to learn Portuguese effectively, practically, and enjoyably, fostering a positive relationship with the language, where progress goes hand in hand with the pleasure of learning.

Andrea

4.82

(11)

Do you want to improve your French, English or Portuguese, for pleasure, everyday life or school?
I speak French, English and Portuguese, and I adapt my lessons to your level and needs.
A user-friendly method, focused on conversation and useful vocabulary, for adults, teens and children.

📚 What I propose:
- Interactive courses adapted to your pace
- Practical vocabulary and academic support if needed
- A personalized approach tailored to your objectives

Ricardo

4.82

(11)

Learn English from Zero to Fluency! My name is Ricardo, and I lived in California, USA. Eight years ago, I graduated from Google and LACC University in Los Angeles. I'll help you learn English quickly and easily, using everyday topics and things from your own world, along with songs, movies, and TV shows to help you learn faster and more effectively.