I am a native Portuguese speaker from Portugal with experience in academic settings, currently spending another season in Goa. I have expertise in teaching Portuguese at all levels and needs. 

Deadly! Learning Portuguese with Tony has honestly been a very natural experience. Even though I already knew some Latin languages, his approach works perfectly for complete beginners too. He doesn’t throw heavy theory at you from the start — you begin by speaking, reading, and getting comfortable with the language, and the grammar falls into place as you go.

One thing I appreciate is how clearly he explains the difference between European Portuguese and Brazilian Portuguese. Most online content is Brazilian, so it really helps when he points out what’s actually used in Portugal, which gives you a full picture of how the language works differently across the regions instead of leaving you confused.

Portuguese has some sounds that are tricky, and he breaks them down slowly, corrects them with you, and revisits them later without making you feel stressed or rushed. That patience makes a big difference.

Overall, his style is practical, interactive, and easy to follow. It’s not the usual “A1 then A2 theory-first” method. With him, you learn by using the language, and the structure builds naturally as you go. So even if someone is starting from scratch, they’ll feel confident quickly because the lessons actually connect to real usage.

If you’re looking for a tutor who teaches European Portuguese clearly, calmly, and in a way that feels genuinely doable from day one, Tony is a solid choice.