What will I get?
Live Classes
Join Rhys for live 50-minute classes at the same time every week. Use Zoom or your browser to join.
Every lesson is designed to help you improve fast, practise your skills and use English confidently.
An Expert Teacher
Learn with Rhys, a professional English teacher from the UK. He has a master’s degree, Cambridge certificate, and 10+ years experience. He has taught students from all around the world and his unique teaching style makes learning fun and easy.
A PDF For Every Lesson
Every class comes with a PDF worksheet so you can focus on learning instead of copying. Over time, build your own library of materials to use anytime.
Please note: Kids Club classes do not include PDFs
(Optional) Watch your classes again to review everything you’ve learned and catch the small tips and mini-lessons you might otherwise miss.
(Optional) Extra practice is available after class. Homework can help you remember new words, review grammar, and learn faster.
Enjoy your free Serious Learner membership. Study full courses, complete quizzes, and listen to ad-free podcasts to keep learning between classes.
English for Life
Learn English for real-life situations, like travelling, speaking to natives, or improving your overall skills.
Lessons are tailored to your needs, and goals. Whether it’s functional English for a trip to London, studying abroad, or tricky grammar points, this course is for you.
Explore fun and interesting topics to make learning easier and more memorable. You might talk about self-driving cars to practise prediction, use the present continuous while discussing online dating, or improve vocabulary while learning about the prison system.
With regular practice, you will improve your speaking, grammar, vocabulary, and confidence with every lesson.
At this level, you will focus on building the basics. You might:
Learn new words for topics like introducing yourself, family, numbers, jobs, and hobbies.
Practise basic grammar such as adverbs, present tense, object pronouns, and common verbs.
Improve listening, speaking, pronunciation, reading, and writing skills.
At this level, you will expand your vocabulary and grammar. You might:
Learn new words on topics like nature, technology, relationships, health, and everyday conversations (congratulations, compliments, talking about time, etc.).
Practise grammar such as verb + infinitive/-ing, state verbs, past and present aspects, adjective/noun + preposition, parts of speech, and past participles.
Improve speaking, listening, pronunciation, reading, and writing skills.
At this level, you will focus on using vocabulary and grammar more naturally. You might:
Read articles and listen to dialogues on topics like child chess prodigies, ultra-marathon runners, and online dating.
Learn advanced vocabulary for talking about backgrounds, personalities, work, interviews, and relationships.
Practise tricky grammar such as tense aspects, “used to” + infinitive, and gerunds/infinitives.
At this level, you will develop fluent, natural English. You might:
Read and discuss articles on topics like procrastination, comas, and genetic predispositions.
Learn vocabulary for formal and informal introductions, personality, health, politics, education, gossip, and idioms about sleep, patience, and waiting.
Practise grammar such as question tags and complex tense aspects.
Apply what you learn in speaking activities and role plays.
At this level, you will refine your English and fill in any remaining gaps. You might:
Explore fascinating topics such as floating sea cities, the health benefits of smiling, survival stories, robot comedians, Earth’s natural resources, politics and tourism, animal movements, decision-making in games, the end of the universe, and quirks of the English language.
Consolidate advanced grammar and vocabulary you’ve learned.
Practise fluent, natural English in discussions and activities for academic, professional, and social contexts.
I really enjoy my English teacher’s classes.
His lessons always introduce new and useful vocabulary, and his teaching skills together with his deep knowledge of the language are truly impressive. He reviews all the content carefully and explains everything with clear and proper grammar.
I also appreciate that I can apply what I learn in my daily life, which makes the lessons even more meaningful.
Business English
Learn English to advance your career, enter a new industy, secure contracts, and communicate confidently with English-speaking colleagues.
Lessons are tailored to your goals and needs. Whether you’re a marketing executive managing global clients, a finance student preparing for work, or an office manager aiming for a promotion, this course is for you.
Explore engaging topics to help you remember more. You might learn economic vocabulary through the 2008 financial crisis, practise negotiation skills with role-play, or improve your reading comprehension with news articles.
With regular practice, you will see improvements in your all your English skills with every lesson.
The course plan is made for your needs, but you might learn:
New words about work topics such as your workplace, work tools, work relationships, rules, marketing, and office verbs.
Basic grammar such as talking about past events and using words to compare and describe things.
Listening and speaking skills to understand and talk to people better, plus reading and writing practice.
The course plan is tailored to your needs, but you might learn:
Vocabulary for work situations like welcoming visitors, talking about colleagues, teamwork, and your workplace.
Grammar such as present and past tenses, explaining how things work, using can/can’t for ability and possibility, and linking words.
Improved speaking, listening, pronunciation, reading, and writing skills.
At this level, the focus is on expanding vocabulary and using natural English at work. You might:
Read articles and listen to dialogues on topics like successful entrepreneurs, climbing the corporate ladder, diplomatic language, and why job candidates embellish their resumes.
Learn advanced vocabulary for business conversations, describing personality traits, discussing men and women in business, career paths, and entrepreneurship.
Practise challenging grammar such as verb + object + infinitive/-ing, and strengthen areas you want to focus on.
At this level, the focus is on fluent, professional English. You might:
Read and discuss articles on topics like virtual meetings, customer service, troubleshooting, stress management, and networking.
Learn vocabulary for phone calls, remote work, email etiquette, social interactions, and problem-solving.
Review grammar such as tenses for past experiences, reduced relative clauses, and structures using ‘get’.
Apply what you learn in speaking activities and role plays.
At this level, lessons focus on advanced business English and refining your skills. You might:
Explore topics such as space tourism economics, remote work intricacies, job satisfaction, career transitions, recruitment strategies, work-related stress, burnout, and effective conversation techniques.
Consolidate advanced business vocabulary and grammar.
Practise fluent, professional English in discussions and activities for work, networking, and career situations.
Currently, I am an undergraduate student at Shanghai Jiao Tong University and one of Rhys’ students.
I really enjoy communicating with Rhys in class.
By the way, Rhys’ English pronunciation is a very clear and he has a real British accent.
Five-star review!
IELTS Training
Please note: If you are a Beginner or Pre-Intermediate student, it is best to improve your general English with the English for Life course before taking IELTS Training.
This course will help you achieve the band score you need for moving abroad, getting into a university, or finding a job.
You’ll start with a real IELTS test to find your strengths and weaknesses. Then, the lessons are planned just for you.
Lessons focus on common IELTS topics and presented in a way that will keep you engaged and help you to remember.
With regular effort, you will learn the tips and tricks to get your desired band, and you’ll gain confidence with every lesson.
The course can help with both Academic and General IELTS. In the first lesson, Rhys will check which test is needed and focus on that version.
That depends on your current level and target band. With regular lessons and study, many students see clear progress within a few months.
It is normal for some students to need more than one attempt at IELTS. The course gives feedback, strategies, and extra practice to help students improve step by step. Support continues until the student feels confident and ready to take the test again.
At this level, the course focuses on preparing you for IELTS with relevant topics and skills. You might:
Discuss speaking and listening topics such as recycling, technology, or current events.
Practise writing on subjects like tofu, universal basic income, or other common IELTS essay topics.
Build vocabulary and grammar needed for reading, writing, listening, and speaking tasks.
At this level, the focus is on advanced IELTS skills and fluent English. You might:
Read and discuss articles on topics like virtual meetings, customer service, troubleshooting, stress management, and networking.
Learn vocabulary for phone conversations, remote work, email etiquette, social interactions, and problem-solving.
Review grammar such as past tenses, reduced relative clauses, and structures using ‘get’.
Apply what you learn in controlled speaking and writing activities to prepare for the exam.
I have been working hard to learn English. My listening is pretty good, but I’m weaker in other areas.
Before taking classes with Rhys, I was very unsure of my English ability because my pronunciation was terrible and my vocabulary was very small.
But classes with Rhys are always fun, with the opportunity to discuss different topics (or TV shows), and if I don’t understand or know something, he is always patient enough to teach me (this happens often, haha).
Every class is exciting, we analyse some new interesting topics, learn new words, and usually I don’t even notice how time passes!
My communication and reading skills improve every time I attend class.
I am very happy that I chose to take classes with Rhys.
Conversation Club
Please note: If you are a Beginner, it is best to improve your general English with the English for Life course before beginning the Conversation Club.
Think of the Conversation Club as a gym for speaking English. Each class gives you real practice so you can speak with confidence.
Every class has a new topic, from life and travel to work and big ideas. You’ll get plenty of conversation practice, plus feedback on vocabulary, pronunciation, and fluency.
This course is for you if you know English but find speaking difficult, want real conversation practice, or need a friendly space to build confidence and make fast progress.
That’s completely normal. Conversation Club helps you to speak English with confidence. You will learn new words with every class, and you can use them right away. You will receive help with grammar when it’s needed, so you can improve while having real conversation.
At this level, lessons focus on practising speaking and understanding English in familiar situations. You might:
Talk about everyday topics like food, hobbies, daily life, films, TV, and the home.
Take part in simple debates, for example: “Is it better to watch films at home or in the cinema?” or “Are pyjamas in public okay?”
Practise role plays for situations like visiting a doctor or going to a shop.
Do fun activities and games to practise speaking, asking questions, and listening.
At this level, lessons focus on speaking confidently and using English in different situations. You might:
Discuss everyday topics such as food, music, fashion, transport, hobbies, money, films, sport, and space.
Take part in debates on questions like: “Are zoos ethical?”, “Is it better to shower in the morning or evening?”, or “Are video games good or bad for you?”
Practise role plays for real-life situations like going to the doctor, staying at a hotel, or opening a bank account.
Work on article-based activities, problem-solving challenges, and fun exercises like “Two Truths and a Lie” or building a story together.
At this level, lessons focus on fluent, natural conversation and complex ideas. You might:
Discuss advanced topics like the mind, future technology, the trolley problem, superstitions, crime and the law, or the future of humanity.
Take part in debates on challenging questions like “Nature vs nurture”, “Can we change our bad habits?”, or “The four-day work week”.
Practise problem-solving and role play situations, such as finding a lost friend at a concert or handling an apartment flood.
Work on article-based lessons, cultural discussions, and creative activities like art talks, storytelling, or building a survival guide for another country.
At this level, lessons focus on mastering fluent, persuasive, and nuanced English. You might:
Discuss abstract, philosophical, or controversial topics like time travel, fictional worlds, or the ethics of space exploration.
Take part in debates with sophisticated arguments, analyse cultural differences, and express opinions clearly and persuasively.
Practise real-world scenarios and role plays in detail, such as interviews, complex negotiations, or public speaking exercises.
Work on advanced creative activities like song analysis, storytelling games, board games that combine multiple skills, or problem-solving in unexpected situations.
I really enjoy taking Teacher Rhys’ classes.
He is a very humorous teacher and I can always find new inspiration and different ways of thinking in his class.
He is also a responsible teacher, always patiently explaining every detail to me, using various vivid examples to consolidate my learning, and giving me feedback after class.
When I was preparing for my English speech at school, he also helped me collect information and gave me a lot of help.
Kids Club
Please note: This course is for children who already know some basic English.
Help your child improve their English skills and give them an advantage over other kids their age.
Lessons are tailored to your child’s interests and curiosity, with themese like animals, body parts, world records, monsters, ocean life, and insects. All are designed to keep your child engaged and help them remember.
With regular practice, your child will quickly improve their speaking, listening, and reading skills, understand key sentence structures, and become familiar with important grammar points.
Children as young as five can join Kids Club. Most move on to English for Life around 11 or 12, but it really depends on your child’s ability and maturity. If your four-year-old can focus for 50 minutes, they’re welcome. If an eight-year-old is very advanced, they might be ready for English for Life. Book a demo lesson and Rhys will help you decide the best fit.
At this level, lessons focus on building your child’s English skills. They might:
Learn new words about animals, body parts, hobbies, Pokémon, insects, and everyday topics.
Practise basic grammar such as present and past tense, simple sentence structures, and key vocabulary for talking about themselves and their world.
Improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing through fun, engaging activities.
At this level, lessons focus on expanding vocabulary and using English more naturally. They might:
Explore interesting topics through stories, games, and dialogues such as world records, ocean life, monsters, and imaginative scenarios.
Build vocabulary to describe people, animals, events, and everyday experiences.
Practise grammar, including more complex sentence structures, verb tenses, and connecting words.
At this level, lessons focus on fluent, confident English. They might:
Read, listen, and discuss engaging topics like science experiments, cultural stories, and current events suitable for children.
Learn vocabulary for describing actions, feelings, and ideas clearly and creatively.
Review grammar and practise using it naturally in speaking, reading, and writing activities.
At this level, lessons focus on advanced English for young learners who want to challenge themselves. They might:
Explore fascinating topics such as famous inventions, animal behaviour, extreme sports, and imaginative adventures.
Consolidate advanced vocabulary and grammar learned in previous lessons.
Practise fluent and confident speaking, reading, and writing in varied activities and projects.
My son was lucky to meet Rhys. Rhys made him fall in love with learning and English again.
When we lived in China before, he started to get tired of studying. He didn’t like learning. But now he loves English and his favourite thing is to take Rhys’ class.
Rhys saved my son’s learning attitude. His class is different from other teachers. He carefully prepares learning content for my son based on his hobbies, making him more interested in learning. Very few teachers can do this. At least, I have only encountered this one.
My husband said that the key for children to learn something is to like it. Only when they really like it can they learn faster and better.
Since studying with Rhys, my son’s school have told me that he can now understand the teachers and interact with the children in the class without any barriers.
Thank you very much, Rhys! Let’s keep working hard, come on!
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Q&A
Rhys has over 10 years of experience teaching English to students of all ages, from young children to adults. He has taught in China, Italy, Austria, Bulgaria, and Thailand, including business English for companies like Adidas, Shisheido, and Ingenico.
He holds a master’s degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages and Applied Linguistics (graduating with distinction), the Trinity CertTESOL, a respected certificate for teaching English, and the Cambridge CELT-P for teaching children aged 6–12. He has also passed the Cambridge TKT-YL (Teaching Knowledge Test: Young Learners) at Band 4, the highest grade, and he is certified in IELTS Academic and General by the British Council.
Rhys has completed professional training in conflict management, customer service, disability awareness, equality and diversity, and time management.
Combining his international experience, strong qualifications, and practical teaching skills, Rhys provides high-quality, engaging lessons tailored to each student’s goals.
How do I join a class?
All classes are on Zoom, a free video meeting app. You can download it to your computer or tablet, or use it in your browser.
Computer: go to zoom.us or zoomcloud.cn/download
Tablet: search for “ZOOM Cloud Meetings” in the App Store or Google Play
Before class, Rhys will send you a link, Meeting ID, and passcode. Click the link at the class time to join.
You can check your speaker, microphone, and camera in Zoom before class. Headphones are best for sound.
When the class begins, you will be let into the Zoom room and ready to start.
Each class lasts 50 minutes. Classes start on the hour (for example, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00) and finish 50 minutes later.
Tip: Join a few minutes early so you’re ready when class begins.
To join a class, you need a computer or tablet, a stable internet connection, a camera, and a microphone. Headphones can also help you focus more on the class.
Rhys will send you a worksheet for each lesson, so be sure to print it or have it open on your computer or tablet.
You will get all your worksheets as PDFs. You can print them or use them on your computer or tablet. Rhys will also share his screen in class so you can follow along.
After class, you will get the answer key. This way, you don’t have to copy answers during class time.
After many classes, you will have lots of worksheets, so staying organised is important.
Some students like paper. They print the worksheets and keep them in a binder. Other students like digital. They keep their worksheets in a computer folder. Everyone learns differently, so choose the way that works best for you.
Yes! You can annotate on the Zoom screen. This means you can draw, write, or highlight while you work on worksheets. Using annotation helps you follow the lesson and remember things better.
When you are in in class:
Ask Rhys to allow recording.
A “Record” button will appear on your toolbar; click it.
When you stop recording or the class finished, the video is saved to your computer or tablet in your Zoom folder.
If Zoom stops working or your internet drops, try these steps:
Refresh or reopen Zoom.
Check your internet connection.
If it still doesn’t work, email Rhys.
Don’t worry. Technical problems happen, and you can usually rejoin quickly.
First, book a demo. Rhys will confirm the day(s) you want to study and then send you a payment link. You can pay in many ways, including debit card, credit card, Google Pay, Apple Pay, and other local options.
If you need to cancel a class, please email Rhys more than 24 hours before it starts.
4-class package → 1 free cancellation
10-class package → 3 free cancellations
After your fair use limit, each cancelled class is lost and cannot be refunded. The fair use limit resets when you buy a new package.
Please be on time for class. If you know you will be late, email Rhys. If you don’t arrive within 15 minutes, the class is lost and cannot be refunded.
If Rhys needs to cancel, he will email you as soon as possible. Your remaining classes will not be affected.