We are a Korean school located in the heart of Long Island City, Queens, New York. We are dedicated to providing a modern and immersive Korean language program for students of all ages and levels. We believe that language learning should be fun and unique. We offer both group and private learning sessions
Inaugural classes starts: June 17th
Joyce is a Korean-American mother who founded K-talk with the purpose of teaching her two daughters the Korean language and heritage. With over 15 years of experience as a Director of Learning and Development in the hotel industry, Joyce understands the importance of a strong curriculum. Her vision was to establish an engaging and creative learning environment that would help learners master the Korean language and gain a deeper appreciation for Korean culture. K-talk welcomes people from all backgrounds who are interested in learning Korean, including bi-racial students and Korean adoptees. Our language classes also provide a space for individuals to connect with others and build a sense of community.
A native Korean, holds a Masters of Science from the University of New Hampshire in Management of Technology and a Master of Hospitality Business Administration from the University of Nevada. She currently is an instructor at Pace University's International Special Program, teaching Business Management. She actively contributes to the field as a member of the board of the Korea Tourism Industry Research Association.
A native Korean, graduated from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in Calgary, Canada, in Hospitality Management. As a Creative Content member at the Calgary Korean Art Club, Christina developed programs tailored for children, further promoting cultural awareness. Additionally, Christina had the opportunity to showcase her talents as a radio show host at Red FM in Canada. In this role, she curated a variety of weekly K-pop content.
In Level 1, the focus is on establishing a solid foundation in the fundamentals of the Korean language, including the alphabet and pronunciation, while also developing basic conversation and speaking skills. Students will be able to engage in simple conversations related to daily life, culture, and current trends.
In level 2 of our program, students can further develop their Korean language skills by building upon their existing knowledge and focusing on their conversation abilities. Our program also integrates students' interests in Korean pop culture, such as K-pop songs and K-drama shows, to create a more engaging and relevant learning experience.
In Level 3, students can expect to engage in more complex and nuanced conversations, using a wider range of vocabulary and more advanced grammar structures. Emphasis will be placed on developing fluency and naturalness in spoken Korean, as well as the ability to express one self effectively in a variety of real-life situations, such as travel, work, or social interactions.
K-talk's kids program uses fun activities and exercises to introduce the fundamentals of the Korean language. Students will develop key skills such as speaking, reading, and writing, and will be equipped with the tools they need to continue growing their language abilities.
This level will develop skills including speaking, reading and writing and incorporates cultural interests such as music, food, and pop culture which is a great way to make learning Korean more engaging and relevant for this age group.
9:00am - 11:00am (Sat)
1:00pm - 3:00pm (Sat)
9:00am - 11:00am (Sun)
1:00pm -3:00pm (Sun)
6:00pm - 8:00pm (Wed)
Our classes are conducted in-person and do not exceed more than 10 students.
Our adult language courses are divided into five levels, and upon completing level five, students can anticipate having an extensive vocabulary and becoming skilled speakers. The focus of our adult classes is on developing conversation skills. Our K-talk Kids Program includes a variety of activities and exercises to gain the fundamentals and develop key skills in speaking/pronunciation, reading and writing.
Our instructors are all native Korean with extensive experience in teaching both children and adults. They have a customized curriculum for all proficiency levels and do not solely rely on textbooks when teaching. Instead, students use the textbook as a point of reference.
The goal of immersive learning is to create a more engaging and effective learning experience that promotes long-term retention and transfer of knowledge and skills to real-world situations. We promote continuous learning beyond the classroom by encouraging students to engage with Korean culture through activities such as listening to music, trying new foods, watching TV shows, and other related experiences.
For adult classes, we can schedule a one-hour make-up session in case of a missed class to assist students in catching up. However, please note that we do not provide make-up sessions for the K-talk Kids programs.
