What you get
Small Groups
Max. 10 people per group. You speak Dutch in every single lesson and you get to know your classmates and trainer.
Every Level
From your very first words (A1) to full professional fluency (C2). You always know where you are and what comes next.
Fits Your Week
Evening and daytime options, online or at our location in Utrecht. You choose what works best for you.
Founded by someone who gets it
Hi, my name's Gabi te Riele. I started Language Empowers in 2021 after years at the big language schools in Utrecht. I wanted to work differently: smaller groups, more personal attention, a real connection with my students.
Today, Language Empowers has a team of over ten experienced trainers. We all share the same belief: that language learning works best when you feel safe, supported, and part of a community.
As a former expat myself, I know how important it is to build a new life somewhere. That's why we don't just teach Dutch: we help you find your place in the Netherlands and your voice in your new language.
This is me with my first publication: Met vriendelijke groet. Professional Dutch writing for non-native speakers. Published by Coutinho, 2024
I wrote this book together with Aleid van de Vooren. It's now used in professional writing courses across the Netherlands. The same practical approach guides everything we do at Language Empowers.
"Ik kan nu makkelijker in meer situaties spreken."
"I can now speak more easily, in more situations."
B2 Consolidation Course
Not sure where to start?
Book a free 15-minute call and we'll tell you exactly which course fits.
No obligation, no pressure.
New groups start every September, January and April.