Croatian Language Classes

Learn to Speak Croatian

The United Croats of Canada, King Tomislav Branch offers Croatian language courses at different levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) at the Croatian Cultural Center. The courses are open to high school students and adults who have no prior knowledge of Croatian, have a basic understanding of the language, or simply want to delve deeper into Croatian language and culture.
The lessons will cover listening, reading, writing, and speaking exercises to help students build a strong foundation in grammar, and communication skills in Croatian. These in-person courses will consist of twelve weekly 1.5-hour classes and will be taught by Mrs. Katarina Tomas, a native speaker with a university degree in Croatian Language and Literature, and extensive experience in teaching Croatian as a second language. All learning materials will be provided.
"Language is not simply a means of communication, it is part of the identity of every person as an individual. Learning to speak Croatian outside the homeland is of great importance, as this is the only way to preserve our own identity. This programme, to teach Croatian as a language in British Columbia, is a promising step forward for future generations of the Croatian identity.”

Meet the Instructor

My name is Katarina Tomas and I am a native speaker with a university degree in Croatian Language and Literature. I moved to Canada in 2007 and currently live in Burnaby with my husband and two daughters. I have extensive experience in teaching Croatian as a second language, and I am here to inspire you to embark on a fulfilling journey of learning Croatian.  
 
Teaching is not just a profession for me; it is my passion. I truly enjoy providing opportunities for my students to discover the beauty of the Croatian language and culture. My lessons are infused with my love for Croatia, from its rich literary heritage to its vibrant traditions. My goal is to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where you feel motivated and confident in your language learning journey. I believe that understanding and appreciating a language goes hand-in-hand with exploring the culture it represents, and I strive to bring this approach to every lesson.  
 
I invite you to join me in celebrating Croatian heritage through language learning. I am committed to inspiring you to love learning Croatian as much as I love teaching it. Let's embark on this exciting journey together and open the doors to new opportunities and cultural experiences.  

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Classes are in-person at the Croatian Cultural Centre on Monday or Tuesday nights from 7:00-9:00 PM.

Winter 2025

$285

January - March

  • 10GB Space amount
  • Unlimited users
  • 30GB Bandwidth
  • 20 MySQL Databases
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Spring 2025

$285

April - June

  • 10GB Space amount
  • Unlimited users
  • 30GB Bandwidth
  • 20 MySQL Databases
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