Godelief Ginneberge

Swedish/Turkish

Blended learning is great. Every two weeks our class gets together. This is the moment we practise what we studied through distance learning and when our teacher takes time to give us feedback. For me, these learning moments are very valuable. They tell me on which areas I have to focus and give me insights into how I can continue to progress. This type of feedback, along with the fun interaction in the classroom are for me the two main reasons why I enjoy my time at CLT to the full.

Tanmay Sinha

Dutch

What I really like about the approach of the CLT is that the teacher always speaks the target language. It takes some getting used to at first, but after a while you understand it better. An advantage of the many interactions in the classroom is that you can talk a lot with other students in a language that we are all learning and that connects us all. So you not only learn the language under expert guidance, but you also make new friends.

Luc Dewachter

Swedish/English/German/Italian/Greek/Portuguese

Words, their meaning and etymological background have always fascinated me. Words are so much more than just words. Together they form a language and languages form the key to different cultures. The fact that I've followed several languages at CLT, shows that I have a great love for languages but also indicates that I appreciate the student-centered and quality-oriented approach of this language centre. Here languages are truly alive! The level is high but our teachers are always ready to guide us and to help us cross the finish line. No wonder students experience this centre as a motivating learning environment.

Hilde Goedgezelschap

German/Spanish 100% online

For a long time I dreamed of taking classes at CLT. However, the distance from my hometown to Leuven was an unbridgeable handicap. Fortunately, in the summer of 2020, I discovered the new range of courses 100% online.

The combination of high-quality education and a dynamic and interactive way of teaching is a fantastic experience. The emphasis during the lessons is on "speaking", often in small chat rooms. In this way you not only overcome the initial fear of the threshold, but you also get to know your fellow students well. Despite the physical distance, we feel like a "tight" group. This is thanks to the wonderful teachers and is very motivating.

In short: I can only recommend studying languages ​​at CLT!

Annemie Van Winckel

Swedish/Summer course French

Sometimes I think I was a Viking in my previous life. Not only do I love the Swedish language, I am also fond of the Swedish no-nonsense culture. No wonder I truly enjoy the classes. We learn to speak Swedish so we don't feel inhibited to start a conversation when we are in Sweden. Our teacher also introduces us into a number of Swedish habits. Such as the Fika - this is the name for a Swedish snack with coffee and cake - and the Christmas and St. Lucia tradition.

Ann Fontaine

Swedish

To express yourself as clearly as possible with as few words as possible: this is how I view the essence of the Swedish language. Their concise way of communicating fascinates me. The most striking feature of the CLT approach is their focus on communication. In class, we obviously also pay attention to vocabulary and grammar. We do this while we are talking, listening and reading. Learning a language can be fun indeed.

Andres Franco Morales

English

Even as a little boy I was fascinated by the English language. Translating English songs was something I loved to do. Attracted by the elegance of the English language, I wanted to master it in the most perfect manner. CLT has proven to be the ideal place for me to achieve this goal. I learn to speak English at a high level and at a very democratic price. We learn very typical English expressions which make us sound like a real native speaker. And you know what: it makes me happy.

Tse Pui Yin

French

If you are interested in studying a language, I recommend CLT. The quality of training you receive, is very high. Our teachers challenge you to constantly improve your language skills. Even the exams are an enriching experience. They are more than a formality. They are an interesting exercise targeted at improving your knowledge of the language.

I enjoy the combination of achieving high standards and having a good time in a relaxing atmosphere. Recently we celebrated a student's birthday with a chocolate fondue. That was real fun!

Marc Deldime

English, French, Italian, Spanish and Swedish

Quality is CLT's benchmark. This is especially true for the way languages are taught, for the language lab where you learn the language in its most authentic form and for the online learning methods which are being used. I find e-learning very useful. It means that, even after the lesson, I can continue to improve my language skills. In other words, the course doesn't stop when I leave the classroom. I can also work from home on becoming more proficient in the target language.

Our teacher does more than just teaching. She transmits her love of the language. Recently our class organised a Swedish midsummer celebration. This type of participation is not only fun but also ensures our Swedish language skills rapidly improve.

Rebeca Casado

Dutch

I came to Belgium because of the language variety. I think there is no better way to learn about a country than while in the country itself. We learn a lot in class. Our teacher is passionate about her profession. I would really like to learn more about Belgium and I am already looking forward to studying the other national languages ​​in CLT.

Bernadette Geutjens

German, English, French, Japanese, Spanish

More than 30 years ago I started my first language course at CLT. I immediately liked their dynamic way of teaching. The instructors keep you constantly involved in the course. This type of participation makes the lessons very interactive and at the same time it makes you practise the language.

As a city guide I find it pleasant to communicate with people in their language. It is something which city visitors appreciate and which gives me a special kind of satisfaction and desire to continue to study new languages. Do I intend to learn a new language? As long as I can continue to apply the language in practice, my answer to that question is a resounding "yes". It makes my job all the more interesting.

Hannelore Van den Bergh

Arabic, Chinese, Greek

Words which come to mind when I think about CLT are "cool school" and "high level". The teachers are super. They know how to motivate you and how to keep you actively involved during the lessons.

By doing so, you remain focused and you pick up a lot already during the course. We often start from real life situations. They offer the advantage of approaching all kinds of topics not from a theoretical but practical point of view. And the best way to learn a language is to speak it. In the language lab you do all sorts of exercises. They help you pronounce the language in a way native speakers do. I would recommend this method together with CLT's general approach to anyone who wants to learn a new language.

Inia Van Eekelen

French

Thanks to the flexibility of the "Combined Learning" formula I can study a large part of the course from home. This allows me to learn at my own pace and at times which are convenient for me. As a result, I can perfectly combine my language course and my job.

The teachers are very accessible. Even if you learn from home, they remain approachable and continue to give constructive feedback. You feel supported even though you are communicating with them remotedly.

What I like about this center, is that age doesn't matter. Whether you are in your twenties, forties or sixties makes no difference. As a matter of fact, I am personally convinced that learning a language keeps you young.

Michael Van Campenhout

Hungarian

Thanks to the exercises in the language lab my knowledge of Hungarian has rapidly evolved. In the lab you put on your headphones and listen to native speakers. This method helps you make your pronunciation sound as natural as possible.

Learning Hungarian is more than learning Hungarian words. We mainly learn how to speak this language. As a result, the lessons are anything but boring. It strikes me every time again how our teacher succeeds in getting us to participate in the course. The result of this participative method is that I have become more self-confident when it comes to speaking Hungarian. Where I used to be hesitant about approaching someone in Hungarian, I now feel confident to do so.