Garifuna Language Journey: Words of Our Heritage

1 Hour
  • 4 - 400
  • 4–400
  • English and Garifuna
  • Live online class

About this class

Garifuna Language Journey: Words of Our Heritage is a one-hour live online class on Google Meet, where a Garifuna instructor from Palmento Grove in Hopkins, Belize, teaches you the basics of the Garifuna language.

You start where anyone starts: numbers, letters, pronouns, and putting a sentence together. It's taught through games and conversation rather than drills, so you're speaking early.

By the end you can hold a simple exchange — and you'll know why the words are shaped the way they are, which is what makes them stick. Garifuna is the language of our people, and even a few words of it are a real way to connect.

Come with no Garifuna at all, or come to refresh what you know. Both work.

What you'll do

  • An hour of live Garifuna with a Garifuna instructor
  • Numbers, letters, pronouns, and your first sentences
  • Taught through games and conversation, not drills
  • Leave able to hold a simple exchange
  • The cultural weight behind the words, not just the words

What's included

  • One hour live with a Garifuna language instructor
  • Interactive games and practice activities

What's not included

  • A stable internet connection
  • Tips and gratuities — not included in the price

Questions guests ask

Planning your class

How does the class work?

It's a live one-hour class on Google Meet with a Garifuna language instructor.

Do I need to know any Garifuna?

No. The class starts from the basics — numbers, letters, pronouns and simple sentences — and also works as a refresher.

How is it taught?

Through games, practice and conversation rather than drills, so you start speaking early.

Is there a minimum group size?

Yes. The class runs with at least four participants.

Is the price per person?

Yes, the class is priced per person.

What do I need?

A device with a stable internet connection to join on Google Meet.

Are tips included?

No. Tips aren't included in the price. They're never expected, and always appreciated by the people who host you.