Author: Davide

Saturday Morning Italian Class in Scottsdale

Starting March 19th, 2016, a Beginning Italian I class will be taught by Davide in Scottsdale, Arizona. The class will be held every Saturday from 9:30 am to 11:30 am through June 4th. The fee for the course is 300.00. The enrollment and payment period ends March 11th. Contact Davide by email and/or phone for more information and to enroll. This is a popular class and a convenient time for many. The class will fill soon. Don’t delay in enrolling.

Learn Italian In Phoenix

Learn Italian through private lessons or group classes in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Tempe, Ahwatukee, Cave Creek, Queen Creek, Chandler, Mesa, and Gilbert. Most group classes are taught in Scottsdale or Ahwatukee. Private lessons can be given in any of the other above mentioned cities depending on Davide’s availability.

Fall Italian Classes in Scottsdale, 2015

Starting in October three Italian classes will be taught in Scottsdale. The fee for these courses is 300.00.  The enrollment / payment period ends August 31st. Contact Davide for more information and to enroll.

Beginning Italian I: Monday evenings from 7:00 – 9:00, from Oct. 5th to Dec. 14th

Beginning Italian 2: Wednesday evenings from 7:00 – 9:00, from Oct. 7th to Dec. 9th

Intermediate Italian: Thursday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30, from Oct. 1st – Dec. 10th

Email Davide at valentidavide@yahoo.com for more information.

John DiPalma, North Scottsdale

I have been learning Italian with Davide for several months, and can highly recommend him if you are serious about learning Italian quickly.  I had been trying to learn Italian since high school with little success.  I tried Rosetta Stone, podcasts, books and classes, but although I could memorize vocabulary and grammar rules, I couldn’t put it all together into a real conversation.  That’s were Davide comes in.  I have been taking weekly one-on-one lessons for several months and can now understand Italian movie dialog, newscasts, read newspapers and magazines, and am able to have basic conversations.  Davide tailored the lessons to my problem areas, sometimes focusing on pronunciation, or grammar or vocabulary.  He assigns homework that is a mix of listening, reading, writing, and memorizing.  We use stories, movies, and textbooks in the lessons, so it isn’t just working through a textbook.  It makes a big difference to have a trained educator and native speaker to track your progress.  Also, I was initially hesitant to sign up for one-on-one lessons because I thought it might be high-pressure or stressful, but these lessons are just the opposite, it is very low-key and relaxed, and Davide is always patient even if he needs to explain the same thing several times.  I am making much more progress than I thought I was capable of, and I’m sure it’s due to Davide’s teaching process.

John DiPalma

Beginning Italian I in Scottsdale (Kierland Area)

Beginner’s Italian I:  Classes begin February 24th. We’ll meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30.  The course will conclude on April 28th (10 two hour sessions).

Classes are offered in a conference room in the Kierland area (Scottsdale Road and Greenway). Address will be sent upon payment being received.

A little information about the class:

Beginner’s Italian is structured as a beginning Italian class. We will have homework assignments, but no tests, exams or grades. This class is perfect for a beginner with no prior Italian language experience, or those at an elementary level who need to review basic Italian language and grammar. This is a structured class, taught to accommodate the pace of the group. It is a great introduction to this beautiful language.

Cost for entire program: $275.00 with a total of 10 classes of two hour meetings.  On Thursday, February 12th, the cost will increase to $300.00.  Payment must be received prior to the 12th (by the 11th) to receive the discount. Don’t delay and run the risk of the class filling up before you enroll. These classes do fill up, and I have to turn away students.

Students must be at least 18 years of age or have permission of the instructor to enroll.

Textbook Information:

“Ciao” 6th edition by Carla Larese Riga. Used copies are
available. (Be sure to get the 6th edition).

Here are 2 links to Amazon where the book can be purchased used. Feel free to shop around.

Link 1

Link 2

Ready to learn Italian?

How to Enroll:
1) Please read the refund policy below and all of the above information.

Once enrolled refunds will not be issued, and classes will not be prorated. In the event the class is cancelled due to an insufficient number of students (unlikely), those who have already paid will receive a prompt and full refund. Credit is not given for future classes in the event that the student misses a substantial number of classes.

2) Call me, Davide Valenti at 480 628-0165, and specify that you would like to take the Beginning Italian I class in Scottsdale. In the event I don’t respond please leave your name and phone number, and I will respond promptly.

3) I will then send you a payment request using Chase QuickPay.  This is a free service even for those who do not bank with Chase. It is safe and our accounts remain private. Below you’ll find a link where you can enroll if you are not a Chase customer. If you run into an obstacle trying to set up the online payment, let me know. I can send you my mailing address and you can send your check in the mail. Payment must be received by Febraury 11th to receive the 25.00 discount.

https://chaseonline.chase.com/Public/Enroll/Chasenet/PersonalInfo.aspx

4) Registering students are expected to have read this email in its entirety.

Grazie,

Davide

Intermediate Italian Class in Ahwatukee

I will be offering an Intermediate Italian Class in Ahwatukee. This course will focus on conversation, grammar and learning new vocabulary.

Location: Classes will be held in a conference room in a legal studio near Ray Road and 48th St. The exact address will be sent to students who have enrolled and paid. The seating is very comfortable, and we even have a white board.

Time: Classes will be held on Thursday evenings, from 6:45 to 8:45, beginning February 26th and ending on April 30th.

Materials: We will be using the text: Soluzioni: A Practical Grammar of Contemporary Italian (Arnold Concise Grammars) (Italian Edition), Second Edition. This grammar is the best Italian grammar I have used. I highly recommend it even if you do not plan to take this class. It is well worth the cost. It’s thorough, detailed and practical. Click on the following link. Feel free to shop around.

Click here: Soluzioni

Cost: 250.00 with a total of 10 classes of two hour meetings.  Cost increases to 275.00 after payment due date of Thursday, February 12th. These courses are not prorated or discounted.

How to Enroll:

1) Please read the refund policy below and all of the above information.

Once enrolled refunds will not be issued, and classes will not be prorated. In the event the class is cancelled due to an insufficient number of students (unlikely), those who have already paid will receive a prompt and full refund. Tuition will be applied to the class in which the student is enrolled.

2) Call me, Davide Valenti at 480 628-0165, and specify that you would like to take the Italian Intermediate Class. In the event I don’t respond please leave your name and phone number, and I will respond promptly.

3) I will then send you a payment request using Chase QuickPay.  This is a free service even for those who do not bank with Chase. It is fast and safe and our accounts remain private. Below you’ll find a link where you can enroll if you are not a Chase customer. If you prefer to send your check by mail, let me know and I will email you my address.

https://chaseonline.chase.com/Public/Enroll/Chasenet/PersonalInfo.aspx

4) Registering students are expected to have read this email in its entirety.

Grazie,
Davide Valenti