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LIVE COHORT

Finally Speak Italian with Confidence

6 weeks of live, guided lessons with a native Italian speaker. No more learning alone. No more freezing up. Just real conversations, real progress.

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Starts February 7, 2026 — Saturdays at 11am EST
Limited to 10 students for personalized attention
6 live sessions, 45 minutes each + weekly practice
100% money-back guarantee after the 1st session
Live Italian lessons with Massimo

The Problem

Learning Italian alone isn't working.

You've tried the apps. You've watched the videos. Maybe you've bought a course or two. And yet... when you imagine yourself in Italy, ordering at a trattoria or chatting with locals, you freeze.

Apps teach words, not conversations

Knowing "il conto" doesn't help when the waiter rattles off the daily specials in rapid-fire Italian. Vocabulary lists won't save you.

You have no one to practice with

And let's be honest—practicing with an app isn't the same as speaking to a real person. There's no feedback, no correction, no human connection.

You don't know what to focus on

There's so much to learn. Verbs, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation... Where do you even start? What actually matters for real conversations?

Here's the truth: You don't need more vocabulary lists. You need a guide, a structure, and real practice—with real feedback.

The Solution

Conversational Italian Live

A 6-week guided cohort where you'll learn alongside a small group of fellow Italian enthusiasts—led by me, Massimo, a native Italian speaker.

Live Weekly Sessions

Every Saturday at 11am EST. I teach, you practice. Real-time feedback, real conversations, real progress.

Small Group Setting

Maximum 10 students. Enough people for energy and variety, few enough for personal attention and practice time.

Judgment-Free Zone

Make mistakes without embarrassment. Ask questions without fear. Build confidence in a supportive environment.

The Curriculum

6 Weeks to Confident Italian

Each session builds on the last. By week 6, you'll be having real conversations—not reciting phrases from a textbook.

1

Saturday, February 7

The Foundation: Greetings & Introductions

Master the sounds that make Italian Italian. Learn greetings that go beyond "Ciao." Introduce yourself with confidence. You'll speak from minute one.

2

Saturday, February 14

At the Caffè & Ristorante

Order espresso like a local. Navigate a menu without pointing. Handle the check confidently. Master the phrases that turn tourists into welcome guests.

3

Saturday, February 21

Getting Around Italy

Ask for directions (and understand the answer). Take a taxi. Buy train tickets. Navigate airports, hotels, and city streets—all in Italian.

4

Saturday, February 28

Shopping & Daily Life

From the mercato to the farmacia. Numbers, prices, sizes. Practical phrases for the real situations travelers actually encounter.

5

Saturday, March 7

Making Connections

Small talk, compliments, expressing opinions. The conversational phrases that transform you from "another tourist" to someone Italians actually want to chat with.

6

Saturday, March 14

Putting It All Together

Live conversation practice. Role-plays simulating real Italy scenarios. Q&A. You'll leave this session ready to use your Italian in the real world.

Massimo - Your Italian Guide

Your Guide

Ciao, I'm Massimo.

I was born and raised in Bologna, Italy. When I moved to the United States, I learned firsthand how hard it is to master a new language—and how transformative it feels when you finally break through.

Since 2005, I've helped millions of people learn Italian through LearnItalianPod and ItalianChat, my AI-powered conversation app.

But here's what I've realized: some learners need more than an app. They need a guide. Structure. Accountability. A real person to practice with.

That's why I'm launching this live cohort—and I'd love for you to be part of the founding group.

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Everything You Get

What's Included

6 Live Weekly Sessions

45 minutes each via Zoom. Replays available within 24 hours if you miss one.

Small Group Experience

Maximum 10 students. You're not a number—you're part of a community.

Weekly Practice Materials

Simple assignments to reinforce what you learn between sessions. 15-30 min/week.

Direct Access to Massimo

Ask questions, get feedback, stay accountable. I'm here for you throughout the 6 weeks.

Private Community

Connect with your fellow students. Practice together. Celebrate wins together.

3 Months of ItalianChat

Practice between sessions with our AI-powered conversation app. $30 value included free.

What Students Say

Real People, Real Results

"The guided lessons are a game-changer! The audio translations make it so easy to understand and follow along. I've never felt more confident speaking Italian."

Sarah T.

Language Enthusiast

"The pronunciation practice is fantastic. It helps me reinforce what I've learned and practice until I get it right. My fluency has truly improved."

Mark R.

Frequent Traveler

"Having the written translations alongside the audio lessons is incredibly helpful. It makes learning seamless and enjoyable. So interactive and thorough!"

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Limited Founding Pricing

Join the Founding Cohort

This is the first time I'm offering live group coaching. As a founding member, you get special pricing that won't be available again.

FOUNDING

Conversational Italian Live

6-Week Guided Cohort with Massimo

$495 $295 One-time payment • Save $200
Only 10 spots available — Enrollment closes Jan 30
  • 6 live weekly sessions (45 min each)
  • Session replays for 6 months
  • Weekly practice materials
  • Private community access
  • Direct support from Massimo
  • 3 months of ItalianChat app ($30 value)
  • 100% money-back guarantee
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100% Money-Back Guarantee

Join with zero risk. I'm confident this will work for you.

Attend the first session. If you don't feel like this is the right fit—for any reason—email me and I'll refund every penny. No questions, no hassle, no hard feelings.

You have nothing to lose and a new language to gain.

Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

All sessions are recorded. You'll get the replay within 24 hours. That said, live attendance is where the magic happens—the practice, the interaction, the real-time feedback. I encourage you to prioritize showing up live whenever possible.

Yes! This cohort is specifically designed for beginners. We start from the very basics—greetings, pronunciation, essential vocabulary—and build from there. You'll be speaking Italian from day one, but at a pace that works for someone just starting out.

Plan for about 1-1.5 hours per week total: 45 minutes for the live session plus 15-30 minutes for the weekly practice assignment. This is designed to fit into a busy life—not take over it.

No. ItalianChat is a self-paced app with AI tutoring—it's great for daily practice. This cohort is live, guided instruction with me personally. They complement each other beautifully (which is why 3 months of ItalianChat is included), but this is a different, more hands-on experience.

Zoom. After you enroll, you'll receive a welcome email with the Zoom link and calendar invites for all 6 sessions. Simple and straightforward.

Sessions are at 11am EST (New York time) on Saturdays. That's 5pm in Italy, 4pm in London, and 8am in California. If you can't make the live sessions, replays are available—but if you're in Europe, this time actually works quite well!

You'll have a strong foundation in conversational Italian—the phrases, the confidence, and the practice habit to keep improving. You can continue with ItalianChat for daily practice, and if there's interest, I may offer an intermediate cohort in the future. But you won't be left hanging.

Attend the first session. If you don't feel like this is the right fit for you, email me and I'll refund 100% of your payment. No questions, no hassle. I want you to join with complete confidence.

In 6 Weeks, You Could Be Speaking Italian with Confidence.

Or you could still be stuck in the same place—dabbling with apps, watching videos, never quite ready to speak. The choice is yours.

10 spots. Founding pricing. Starts February 7.

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