Thai Culture & Language: Survival Course

Immerse yourself in Thai culture, master the language, and forge connections while enjoying the experience!

Facilitator

Kru Fon Orathai

Participants

Visitors to Thailand or any one who wants to learn the language

Partner Overview

Join Kru Fon’s Thai cultural and language survival skills activity. Kru Fon is a certified teacher with 3000+ hours of experience teaching diverse students from a variety of proficiency levels. Kru Fon is adept at student-centered, communicative and immersive methodologies for quick and effective language acquisition.

Goals of Activity

Cultural Fluency: Master essential Thai language and customs for confident interaction and daily navigation during short-term stays in Thailand.
Effective Communication: Develop practical Thai language skills for effective communication in real-life scenarios.
Individualized Proficiency: A small group session to tailor the learning experience, ensuring each student acquires language skills and cultural understanding in a supportive environment.

Activity Overview

This three-hour workshop aims to introduce the Thai language and culture to newcomers, helping participants gain familiarity with the language, basic cultural practices and norms and build some bearings for navigating Thailand safely and effectively.

Activity Goals

Students will practice Thai language skills by participating in fun activities like scavenger hunts, small group work and individual practice. Communication skills include greeting and introducing oneself, buying foods and drinks, asking where things are, ordering things and navigating basic-needs in a second language environment, in addition to several cultural tips that will allow participants to make meaningful connections while in Thailand.