Lessons with Chris-Sensei

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English Conversation

Learn English by engaging the analytical brain. In this lesson we harness the child’s natural inclination to expand his or her language capabilities. We build English speaking ability through basic question/answer drills, vocabulary repetition, phonetic pronunciation exercises, as well as songs, games, and stories. Appropriate for all ages, and groups up to 5 kids.

English Music

Learn English by engaging the creative brain. In this lesson we nurture a fun connection with English through the power of music. We learn vocabulary and pronunciation through singing, and re-enforce these through performing related dance movements and playing instruments. Appropriate for all ages, and groups up to 5 kids.

English Intensive Course (click for more detail)

Learn English by learning to read. We use the text Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons to teach the correct pronunciation of the most difficult sounds for Japanese learners, as well as lots of common vocabulary and the crucial skills of reading and writing. Appropriate for children with some prior exposure to English, who have expressed an interest in reading – usually ages 5 and up, but sometimes younger. Private lesson only, minimum 3 days per week.

Music Composition

Learn to create original music from a teacher with over 20 years’ experience composing (you can listen to some of my work on SoundCloud and YouTube). In lessons we will build a foundation for composing through ear training, basic music theory and notation, improvisation, and making original music from day one. Appropriate for all ages and levels. Instruction in English or Japanese. Private lesson only.

Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Glockenspiel, and Drums

Enter the wonderful world of music with exposure to any one or a variety of the above instruments. Lessons will cover the basic mechanics of the instruments and will progress according to the child’s interest and ability. You can find a drum tutorial of mine for the upper beginner level on my YouTube channel here, and more of my music on SoundCloud and YouTube. Appropriate for all ages and levels. Instruction in English or Japanese. Private lesson only.

Yoga

Explore the limitless potential of the human body, while building coordination, balance, flexibility, and concentration powers through the ancient art of yoga. In lessons we will perform parts of the Ashtanga Primary Series, which has been passed down for many generations and is now growing in popularity around the world, and will have fun working together in partners yoga. Appropriate for all ages and levels, and groups up to 8 kids or 4 adults. Instruction in English or Japanese.

Lessons with Chris-Sensei pricing information

English Conversation: 30 minutes private 3,000 yen, 45 minutes private 4,000 yen, 1 hour private 5,000 yen. 1,000 yen for each additional student.

English Music: 30 minutes private 3,000 yen, 45 minutes private 4,000 yen, 1 hour private 5,000 yen. 1,000 yen for each additional student.

English Intensive Course: (private only, 30 minutes per lesson, weekly basis) 3 lessons per week 7,500 yen. 5 lessons per week 10,000 yen.

Music Composition: (private only) 30 minutes 3,000 yen, 45 minutes 4,000 yen, 1 hour 5,000 yen.

Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Glockenspiel, and Drums: (private only) 30 minutes 3,000 yen, 45 minutes 4,000 yen, 1 hour 5,000 yen.

Yoga: 30 minutes private 3,000 yen, 45 minutes private 4,000 yen, 1 hour private 5,000 yen. 1,000 yen for each additional student.