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Spring/Summer 2026 Course Details
Sakura will meet on Tuesdays, from 12pm to 12:55pm (UK time).
This is a 24-week course running from January to June 2026.
Term Schedule:
Spring Term: 12 weeks - 6 January to 24 March 2026
Summer Term: 12 weeks - 14 April to 30 June 2026
Each lesson is 55 minutes long.
After completing this course, you’re welcome to continue your studies in the Autumn 2026 term.
Which Level?
For advice choosing the right level, please book a free 30-minute zoom consultation or email me. I’ll be happy to help!
Online Course Format
We use Zoom, a simple and reliable video calling platform. To join the class, you’ll need a device with internet access that can support video calls. Since I’ll be sharing slides during lessons, I recommend using a computer or tablet rather than a smartphone for a better learning experience.
In class you’ll learn to speak and understand Japanese, through fun and creative communicative activities. Lessons are interactive and designed to get you speaking Japanese as much as possible. Depending on the class size, we often use breakout rooms for pair and group work.
Please note: Conversation Course lessons are no longer recorded. This change is intended to create a more comfortable environment where students can speak freely and confidently. If you miss a lesson, you can catch up using the materials provided. Some students like to book a one-to-one lesson to review too.
I ask students to mute yourselves when not speaking, to help cut down on background noise. If possible, keep your camera on, especially during pair or group activities - this helps improve communication.
Class times are listed in UK time. Please note that the UK switches from GMT to BST on 29 March 2026 (for daylight saving time), and the dates that the clocks change may be different from in your country.
Step Up Japanese is a fully online school. If you are based in Sussex, UK, I sometimes run informal social events in Brighton for my students. I’d love to see you there!
Course Fees - Spring/Summer 2026
Full Course (24 weeks) £350
Pay Termly: £195 per 12-week term
Enrolment Deadline
Please enrol by Tuesday 30th December. Enrolment is possible after this date if there are spaces available, but it will help me to plan if you can sign up by 30th December.
For advice choosing the right level, please book a free 30-minute zoom consultation, or email me.
Class Size
All courses run with a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 12.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Full refund if cancelled 14+ days before the course start date
If cancelled within 14 days of the start, a refund will be given minus a £10 admin fee
No refunds once the course has started
Who Can Join?
These courses are designed for adults only. Unfortunately, I do not teach under-18s - no exceptions, sorry.
Textbooks
Most Conversation Courses use digital textbooks, which are free to download. Some courses may use a textbook which much be purchased separately. Please check the description for your course.
Self-Study & Homework
To get the most out of your course, I recommend finding ways to practise Japanese outside of class, such as reading, listening to Japanese media, or chatting with a language partner.
After each lesson, I’ll send out weekly homework by email - usually one or two short tasks like:
Preparing for the next lesson
Online quizzes or games
Listening or writing practice
Some tasks are for everyone, and others are optional extras.
For help choosing the right level for you, please get in touch to book a free zoom consultation.
One-to-One Lessons
I also offer one-to-one lessons for students at all levels, including Intermediate, Upper Intermediate, and Advanced.