Embark on Your Language Learning Journey with VLTS

Are you ready to start your language learning journey? Join our Basic Users General English program tailored for individuals at various proficiency levels. With an emphasis on foundational language skills, this course will equip you with the tools you need to communicate confidently in everyday situations.

• Duration: 6 months
• Session Details: 2-3 sessions per week for 7.5 weeks
• Price: Enjoy a special On Sail Fee of $225 CAD per class (Regular Fee $300 CAD)
• Benefits: Access 17 sessions for the price of 15 sessions, plus receive a complimentary consultation after the placement test and a dedicated goal-setting session.

What you will learn in each level:

For the A1 level, learners can expect to cover fundamental aspects of the English language, enabling them to establish a strong foundation for effective communication. The course content is meticulously designed to introduce learners to essential grammar structures, vocabulary, and pronunciation, ensuring a comprehensive grasp of the language. Some of the key topics and learning points include:

1. Grammar:

• Introduction to verb ‘be’ (singular and plural forms) and present simple tense.
• Singular and plural nouns, possessive adjectives, and possessive ‘s.
• Present simple in affirmative, negative, and interrogative forms.
• Simple past tense (regular and irregular verbs), and the past continuous tense.
• Introduction to imperative forms and the present continuous tense.

2. Vocabulary:

• Daily life conversations and greetings, discussing personal information.
• Common phrases for ordering in a café, checking into a hotel, and booking a table.
• Vocabulary related to travel, shopping, and discussing hobbies and leisure activities.
• Essential vocabulary for describing family members, personal possessions, and daily routines.

3. Pronunciation:

• Focus on mastering key English sounds, including /h/, /w/, /s/, /z/, /dʒ/, /g/, /ʌ/, /æ/, /ə/, /ɑː/, /ɔː/, /ɪ/, /əʊ/, /ɒ/, /uː/, /ŋ/, and more.
• Practice in distinguishing between similar sounds and understanding sentence rhythms and stress patterns.

By the end of the A1 level course, learners will have gained the necessary language skills to engage in basic conversations, express personal information, and comprehend simple texts. They will have built a solid understanding of foundational grammar concepts and a practical vocabulary to initiate and sustain everyday interactions effectively.

At the A1/A2 level, learners can expect to delve deeper into various aspects of the English language, refining their skills to engage in more complex conversations and comprehend intermediate-level texts. The course content is thoughtfully structured to provide comprehensive coverage of grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Some of the key topics and learning points covered in this level include:

1. Grammar:

• Introduction to verb ‘be’ in affirmative, negative, and interrogative forms, including subject pronouns and possessive adjectives.
• Present simple tense, including its uses in affirmatives, negatives, and interrogatives for different subjects.
• Introduction to the past simple tense, its regular and irregular verb forms, and common past time expressions.
• Present continuous tense and its applications in discussing daily routines, habits, and ongoing actions.
• Introduction to the present perfect tense, irregular past participles, and the difference between present perfect and past simple tenses.

2. Vocabulary:

• Conversational topics include greetings, introductions, expressing feelings, and discussing personal routines and habits.
• Vocabulary related to travel, culture, and common activities such as going to the cinema, sharing experiences, and discussing daily life.
• Introduction to adjectives, superlatives, and comparative adjectives to express preferences and make comparisons.
• Expanding vocabulary to cover topics like food and drink, technology, literature, and achievements.

3. Pronunciation:

• Focus on mastering various English sounds including vowel sounds, consonant clusters, and silent letters.
• Emphasis on sentence stress, connected speech, and word stress, aiding learners in achieving natural and fluent pronunciation.
• Practice in distinguishing between similar sounds and understanding sentence rhythms and stress patterns, contributing to improved overall pronunciation and communication skills.

By the end of the A1/A2 level course, learners will have acquired a solid grasp of intermediate grammar concepts, an expanded vocabulary for various everyday scenarios, and a refined understanding of English pronunciation, enabling them to engage in more nuanced conversations and comprehend a wider range of written and spoken texts.

At the A2/B1 level, learners can anticipate a more comprehensive exploration of the English language, building upon their existing knowledge to enhance their proficiency and communication skills. The course content is carefully structured to provide a well-rounded learning experience, encompassing various grammar topics, an expanded vocabulary, and advanced pronunciation techniques. Here’s an overview of the key learning points covered in this level:

1. Grammar:

• Review and expansion of present tenses, including present simple and present continuous, with a focus on question forms and the use of auxiliary verbs.
• In-depth study of past tenses, such as the past simple and past continuous, exploring regular and irregular verbs and time expressions.
• Introduction to future tenses, including be going to and will, with an emphasis on expressing predictions, intentions, and making arrangements.
• Comprehensive coverage of perfect tenses, such as present perfect and past perfect, examining their uses in expressing experiences, finished actions, and durations.

2. Vocabulary:

• Expansion of vocabulary related to a variety of everyday scenarios, including dating and relationships, personality traits, travel, and leisure activities.
• Introducing vocabulary related to health, body, and well-being, enabling learners to discuss personal well-being and healthcare topics.
• Exploring vocabulary related to storytelling, biographies, and discussing famous personalities, allowing learners to engage in conversations on these topics.
• Building an understanding of more complex topics such as inventions, international events, and sports, enabling learners to participate in discussions on these subjects.

3. Pronunciation:

• Focus on mastering complex phonetic elements including diphthongs, consonant clusters, and word stress patterns, aiding learners in achieving natural and fluent pronunciation.
• Practice in identifying and pronouncing various English sounds, helping learners to distinguish between similar sounds and understand sentence rhythms and stress patterns.
• Emphasis on developing the ability to articulate sounds accurately and to employ correct stress patterns in sentences, contributing to improved overall pronunciation and communication skills.

By the end of the A2/B1 level course, learners will have acquired a solid understanding of more advanced grammar concepts, an enriched vocabulary for various contexts, and an improved command over English pronunciation, allowing them to engage in more sophisticated conversations and comprehend a wider range of written and spoken texts.

At the B1 level, learners delve deeper into the intricacies of the English language, acquiring a nuanced understanding of grammar rules, an expanded vocabulary, and further refining their pronunciation skills. This level equips learners with the tools necessary to communicate effectively in various everyday and professional contexts. Here’s an overview of the key learning points covered in this level:

1. Grammar:

• Thorough exploration of present and past tenses, including present simple and continuous, past simple, present perfect, and past perfect, with a focus on their appropriate usage in different contexts.
• Introduction to future forms, such as present continuous, be going to, and will/won’t, emphasizing their application in expressing future events and intentions.
• Comprehensive coverage of modal verbs, including can, could, may, might, must, and should, enabling learners to convey ability, possibility, necessity, and advice effectively.
• Detailed study of conditionals, such as the first and second conditionals, and the third conditional, enhancing learners’ ability to express hypothetical and unreal situations.

2. Vocabulary:

• Expansion of vocabulary related to diverse topics, including food and cooking, modern families, transportation, and relationships, enabling learners to discuss these subjects confidently.
• Introduction of vocabulary related to cinema, the body, education, and housing, allowing learners to engage in discussions on these specific themes.
• In-depth exploration of vocabulary concerning work, shopping, technology, crime, and various social scenarios, providing learners with the necessary linguistic tools to navigate these contexts.

3. Pronunciation:

• Focus on mastering various vowel and consonant sounds, with special attention to long and short vowel sounds, diphthongs, and consonant clusters, facilitating clear and accurate pronunciation.
• Practice in employing appropriate word stress, sentence stress, and intonation patterns, aiding learners in expressing themselves naturally and effectively during conversations and presentations.
• Emphasis on understanding and utilizing different phonetic elements, including silent letters, weak forms, and shifts in word stress, contributing to enhanced fluency and comprehension in spoken English.

By the end of the B1 level course, learners will have developed a solid grasp of more complex grammar structures, an enriched vocabulary for diverse contexts, and improved pronunciation skills, enabling them to communicate fluently and confidently in various personal, academic, and professional settings.