GERMAN A1: START YOUR JOURNEY.
The perfect entry point for beginners. Build real speaking confidence from the ground up.
You freeze when you have to speak? We take you from the confidence gap to speaking naturally – with Swiss quality and small groups.
Live Lessons
With certified teachers.
Small Groups
Intensive with 3–6 people.
70–80% Speaking Time
Active (Speaking First).
XLINGUA App
Material, Zoom & Chat in one place.
Mini-dialogue from Lesson 5
Ordering in a café – how we practise from day one.
Waiter
You
Waiter
You
Hard Facts
Format
Online via Zoom.
Duration
20 weeks (30 lessons).
Frequency
90 min. per week.
Certificate
XLINGUA Certificate.
Beginners, basics, A1 certificate
- No prior knowledge required.
- First steps in Switzerland.
- Desire for a solid foundation.
A1 Learning Goals
Your first steps in German. We build a solid foundation: essential vocabulary and simple phrases you can use from day one. No prior knowledge needed.
Introducing Yourself
State your name, origin, and profession.
Basic Vocabulary
Numbers, time, and simple objects.
First Sentences
Form simple questions and answers.
After A1 you can…
- Introduce yourself: name, origin, profession.
- Order and pay in a café or restaurant.
- Understand and give simple directions.
- Go shopping: understand prices, ask for the price.
- Make appointments (doctor, office) with simple phrases.
- Say 'Hello', 'Thank you', 'Goodbye' on the phone.
- Fill out short forms (name, address, date).
- Ask important everyday questions and understand short answers.
What A1 Learners Say
Beginners who found their voice with XLINGUA.
"I was scared to open my mouth. In the small group I felt safe to make mistakes. Now I can order in German and introduce myself."Lisa T. · A1 → A2
"Real conversations from lesson one – not just the textbook. Best start for my life in Switzerland."Marco P. · Founders Cohort
"Limited spots meant we were really a small group. The teacher had time for everyone. I recommend it."Anna K. · Zurich
Certification
After each successfully completed course, you will receive the official XLINGUA certificate according to CEFR guidelines.
Your Investment
Choose the package that fits your goals.
2 Courses
Intensive progress
You save CHF 400
- 40-week duration
- Priority support
- Best value
Frequently asked questions about the A1 course
Bereit für dein nächstes Level?
Only a few places per A1 group – book your free consultation and secure your spot.