How Classes Work
A supportive environment where you learn practical techniques to understand speech visually, manage your hearing loss, and connect with others.
Learn alongside people who truly understand
Classes are kept small to ensure everyone gets personalized attention and ample opportunity to practice. You'll join a video call with a diverse group of peers who are navigating similar hearing challenges.
We practice together in a safe, zero-pressure environment. If you misread a word or lose track, you are in a room full of people who get it. We laugh together, share strategies, and build confidence as a team.
Every class is a live lesson, led by an experienced ATLA trained teacher, who has an adult teaching qualification. Sessions are designed to be highly interactive — you won't just be watching a lecture; you'll be actively participating in exercises and demonstrations.
Skills You Will Develop
Lipreading is just one piece of the puzzle. Our comprehensive curriculum covers the core pillars of effective communication for the hard of hearing.
Visual Speech Recognition
Learn to identify the distinct shapes that lips, teeth, and tongue make to form vowels and consonants. We'll train you to spot the subtle visual cues of speech that can replace missing audio information.
Mental Agility
Lipreading demands intense focus. Our exercises help stretch your concentration span and improve working memory to piece context together.
Body Language
Communication is more than words. Learn to interpret facial expressions, gestures, and posture to grasp the full emotional context.
Hearing Tactics
Practical strategies for managing difficult listening environments, positioning yourself optimally, and utilizing assistive technologies.
Assertiveness
Gain the confidence to advocate for your needs, clearly explain your hearing loss to others, and politely ask for accommodations.