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A Persian course built on story, not drills

Q: Do I need any prior Persian knowledge?

No. The Beginner level assumes zero prior Persian, including the alphabet.

Q: Is this suitable for heritage speakers?

Yes — many heritage speakers join at Intermediate to strengthen reading and formal structures they didn't grow up using.

Q: How long is each level?

Pace varies by format, but most learners spend a few months per level depending on how often they practice.

Q: Can I switch formats later?

Yes, you can move between Self-Paced, Small Group, and Private Lessons as your needs change.

For non-Persian speakers who want to actually understand the language, not just memorize it.

See How It Works

Why This Course

What makes it different

Story-First

Every level is anchored in a real Persian story, from folk tales to the Shahnameh.

Real Grammar, Real Context

You still learn structure properly — just inside sentences worth remembering.

Small Groups & Private Lessons

Choose the pace and format that fits your life.

How It Works

From first story to fluency

Step 1 of 4

Choose a Story

Start with a short folk tale suited to your level.
Step 2 of 4

Listen & Read

Hear the story told aloud while following the Persian and English text.
Step 3 of 4

Learn the Pattern

A short lesson unpacks the grammar the story just used.
Step 4 of 4

Speak & Retell

Practice by retelling the story yourself, in your own words.

Course Levels

Where you might start

Formats

Choose how you’d like to learn

Every format starts with the same story-first method.

Self-Paced

Work through story-based lessons on your own schedule.

$29/mo

Full story library
Recorded lessons
Grammar notes per story
Community access

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Small Group

Live sessions with a handful of fellow learners.

$79/mo

Everything in Self-Paced
Weekly live sessions
Guided retelling practice
Direct feedback

Join a Group

Private Lessons

One-on-one sessions built entirely around your pace.

$/mo

Everything in Small Group
Fully personalized story selection
Flexible scheduling
Direct correspondence

Contact Sara

FAQ

Before you start

Do I need any prior Persian knowledge?

Is this suitable for heritage speakers?

How long is each level?

Can I switch formats later?

Start with the story of Rostam and Sohrab

It’s the same story that started this whole method.

Enroll Now Read the Origin Story