ELWA EO

Learn by living it

Learn Esperanto

Free, friendly and practical — learn Esperanto alongside people who use it every day.

Photo: Green picnic, Söderåsen National Park, Sweden — CC BY 2.0

Our approach

Our philosophy

We believe languages are learned best when they are lived. Our courses help students gain confidence while participating in real community activities.

Step by step

Your learning path

  1. Discover

    Learn what Esperanto is and what it is used for.

  2. Participate

    Meet members of the local community and attend some of its events.

  3. Learn

    Take classes to learn the language.

  4. Speak

    Become a fluent speaker and exchange with foreign visitors.

  5. Connect globally

    Exchange with the international Esperanto community and attend international meetings.

Self-study

External learning resources

Apps, courses, books, podcasts, videos and games to keep learning between meet-ups.

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Free courses

What we offer

Beginner course

Monthly. No experience needed.

Conversation practice

Coffee and other meetups. Drop-in, all levels.

Study groups

Self-organised small groups with a mentor.