Corporate Italian lessons, private Italian lessons, classes, and training programs for groups at Means Language Center located in Manhattan, New York. Learn Italian as a second language!

At the Means Language Center we have developed an effective method for teaching the Italian language. Our innovative Means Method® builds upon the similarities across languages and fosters professional-level proficiency in Italian. We have taught Italian to employees at fashion companies like Diesel and Dolce & Gabbana, event companies, and private clubs as well as to individuals interested in travel and business communication. All classes feature expert, engaging Italian teachers who achieve incredible results.

Program Options

All of our programs are built around:

• Your needs and goals
• Your learning style
• Your preferred location
• Your schedule

All programs are offered as either:

• Private instruction
• Group instruction
• Phone lessons or Webcam lessons

We personalize programs that range in duration from one day to an entire year.

Our standard program:

• 90-minute lessons
• Once or twice per week
• 10 or 15 weeks
• Private lessons cost around $ 80 per hour, depending on the type of program you choose

Why study with us?

In New York City since 1999, we are expert language instructors.
Our founder, Dr. Tom Means (PhD, Rutgers University), is a pioneer in the field of Second Language Acquisition.

All of our instructors are experienced educators and are trained in the Means Method®. We have the same goals for all students: increased fluency, accuracy and cultural knowledge.

The New York Post called our proprietary teaching technique, the Means Method® "a fresh and dynamic approach to learning languages."