Every language learner faces the challenge of fast, natural speech. Understanding the rhythm and cadence of a language as spoken by natives is crucial—but in Latin, this is rarely practiced. With no native speakers and most teachers favoring slow, careful enunciation, students rarely get the chance to experience Latin as it might have been spoken naturally.
But what if we tried?
This course is designed to push your Latin comprehension to the next level. You’ll hear Latin spoken at a fast or even very fast pace, focusing on complex phraseology and idiomatic expressions. Part of the course will involve working with a shared text, while other exercises will test your listening ability without prior preparation. We’ll also work on strategies to help you speak Latin more fluently, building speed without sacrificing clarity.
If you’ve ever wondered what Latin might have sounded like in rapid conversation—or if you simply want to strengthen your ability to process and produce Latin at speed—this course is for you.
We will use different texts from those used the first time the course ran.
Type: Speaking | Level: Advanced
Language of instruction: Latin
Class size cap: 8 | Platform: Zoom
Dates: September 29, 2025 - November 17, 2025
Meets (EST*): Mondays, 11:00 AM | 8 sessions (1 hour each)
Materials: The instructor will provide any required materials.
Sessions will be recorded and made available to enrolled participants for review or in case they missed a session.
Zoom
Decent internet connection
Earphones
Microphone
Webcam (preferred but optional)
A quiet space for classes
*The course will observe US time and thus will change according to daylight saving time.
Major US federal holidays are observed. If a participant misses a session due to their observance of a religious holiday, they can arrange a separate session with the instructor.
Education should be accessible. Choose the tier that fits your situation — no proof required, no shame included.
Supported — USD 200 total ($25/hour)
for students, caretakers, or anyone stretched right now.
Standard — USD 280 total ($35/hour)
full-value rate; covers the cost of small-group instruction.
Sustainer — USD 360 total ($45/hour)
covers your seat & includes a contribution to our scholarship fund. Thank you!
Every language learner faces the challenge of fast, natural speech. Understanding the rhythm and cadence of a language as spoken by natives is crucial—but in Latin, this is rarely practiced. With no native speakers and most teachers favoring slow, careful enunciation, students rarely get the chance to experience Latin as it might have been spoken naturally.
But what if we tried?
This course is designed to push your Latin comprehension to the next level. You’ll hear Latin spoken at a fast or even very fast pace, focusing on complex phraseology and idiomatic expressions. Part of the course will involve working with a shared text, while other exercises will test your listening ability without prior preparation. We’ll also work on strategies to help you speak Latin more fluently, building speed without sacrificing clarity.
If you’ve ever wondered what Latin might have sounded like in rapid conversation—or if you simply want to strengthen your ability to process and produce Latin at speed—this course is for you.
We will use different texts from those used the first time the course ran.
Type: Speaking | Level: Advanced
Language of instruction: Latin
Class size cap: 8 | Platform: Zoom
Dates: September 29, 2025 - November 17, 2025
Meets (EST*): Mondays, 11:00 AM | 8 sessions (1 hour each)
Materials: The instructor will provide any required materials.
Sessions will be recorded and made available to enrolled participants for review or in case they missed a session.
Zoom
Decent internet connection
Earphones
Microphone
Webcam (preferred but optional)
A quiet space for classes
*The course will observe US time and thus will change according to daylight saving time.
Major US federal holidays are observed. If a participant misses a session due to their observance of a religious holiday, they can arrange a separate session with the instructor.
Education should be accessible. Choose the tier that fits your situation — no proof required, no shame included.
Supported — USD 200 total ($25/hour)
for students, caretakers, or anyone stretched right now.
Standard — USD 280 total ($35/hour)
full-value rate; covers the cost of small-group instruction.
Sustainer — USD 360 total ($45/hour)
covers your seat & includes a contribution to our scholarship fund. Thank you!
NOTA BENE: Classes require a minimum number of participants to run although they may run with fewer participants, at the instructor’s discretion.
More than a week before the start of the course: 100% refund or credit
Less than a week before the first class up until the second class: credit
