BDB Korean : Break down barriers
Are you looking for YOUR teacher?
Learning Korean doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. It’s about learning a real language that helps you connect with people. If you want to learn Korean in a natural and enjoyable way, at your own pace and on your own schedule, focusing on what you actually need, just like chatting with a Korean friend, these private lessons are made for you. With years of experience teaching Korean, we’ll work together on building strong basics, speaking skills, TOPIK, and the Korean expressions and cultural insights you truly need, all in a fun, practical, and realistic way.
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Conversation/Speaking lessons
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Beginner lessons
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TOPIK writing lessons
Right by your side, every step of the journey.
👩🏻🏫 About the Teacher
2,800+ One-on-One Lessons
I’ve taught 2,808 one-on-one Korean lessons so far.
With one year of offline teaching and four years of online experience,
I’ve had the chance to try a wide variety of lesson styles and teaching approaches.
Certified Korean Teacher
I majored in Korean Language Education for Foreigners
and hold a teaching certification, which means I’m trained to provide professional, structured lessons designed specifically for non-native speakers.
Tried Many Styles, Kept What Works
Over the past four years,
I’ve adapted my classes based on student needs and requests.
From all those experiences, I’ve selected only the most effective and popular lesson types to offer you now.
A Teacher Who Feels Like a Friend
Students often tell me that my personality feels calm, friendly, and easy to talk to. Because I’m someone who naturally adjusts to others,
many learners feel like they’re studying with a friend
and that’s something I truly value.
Learning at your pace,
comfortably and with confidence.
💬 Conversation/Speaking Lessons
Have relaxed, friendly conversations with your teacher in a comfortable atmosphere. Learning Korean through natural conversation helps build your speaking confidence and develop a strong feel for the language.
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Everyday conversations and discussions on a variety of topics
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Vocabulary and grammar teaching as needed for conversation
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Corrections into natural, natural sounding sentences
📚 Beginner Lessons
A strong foundation is essential for long term growth in Korean. Start from the basics and build your skills step by step with your teacher. From Hangul and Korean sentence structure to beginner vocabulary and grammar, this course helps you develop all core skills in a balanced way, including reading, listening, writing, and basic conversation practice.
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Building a solid beginner vocabulary foundation
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Listening practice
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Writing practice starting from A2 level
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Conversation practice for beginners
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Well structured curriculum and review through homeworks
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✍️ TOPIK Writing Lessons
Are you preparing for the TOPIK exam for university admission in Korea, employment, or to check your current level. Whatever your goal, with a teacher by your side, you can reach the level you are aiming for. Especially for TOPIK II, where the writing section is difficult to handle on your own, you will practice writing together with your teacher and receive corrections and feedback on what you have written.
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Focused TOPIK writing lessons covering question types and key expressions
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TOPIK writing corrections and feedback
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Practice with past exam questions and explanations for all sections
💬 Not Sure What to learn?
No worries! I’ll help you decide based on:
✔️ Your current level
✔️ Your learning goals
✔️ Your available time
✔️ Your interests!
Real Stories from My Students
Marie
One of the best decisions!
Taking lessons with 후리미 씨 has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for learning Korean. As someone with ADHD and a poor memory, I often struggle to stay consistent and retain new information. But thanks to her patient, encouraging, and well-structured teaching style, I’ve not only gained confidence in speaking but also started using grammar more naturally and effectively. She’s not just an amazing teacher but also a kind, understanding, and interesting conversationalist. Every lesson feels engaging, and I always look forward to them. I’m incredibly grateful for her support and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to improve their Korean skills! 후리미 씨, 정말 감사합니다! ❤️
Valentina
Growing with Ease and Confidence
I am incredibly grateful for the time spent learning with Hoorimi. She has been an amazing tutor who not only helped me improve my conversational skills in Korean but also made the learning process so much more enjoyable. From the very first lesson, she made me feel at ease and comfortable speaking, even when I was hesitant or unsure. What I truly appreciated was how she always tailored our lessons to keep me engaged by discussing interesting and relevant topics. This made learning feel natural and fun, while also giving me the confidence to speak more fluidly. She always knew how to encourage me, correct me in a gentle way, and ensure I was progressing without feeling overwhelmed. Thanks to her, I can now carry on conversations in Korean with more ease and confidence, and I'm excited to continue improving. I highly recommend Hoorimi to anyone looking to enhance their Korean speaking skills. She's an excellent teacher and a pleasure to learn from!
Loic
Exactly What I Need
Lessons with Hwirim are always warm and fun, making it easy to enjoy learning Korean. She’s really supportive and gives clear learning plans (and sometimes homework too ㅎㅎㅎ) which keeps me on track and making good progress. Since the lessons are online, it’s super convenient to fit them in before, after, or even between work hours.
The vibe during lessons is relaxed and welcoming, so I feel comfortable making mistakes and asking questions without any pressure. Each class is well organized and interesting, with a nice mix of speaking, listening, reading, and grammar that keeps things balanced and engaging.
One of my favorite things is how Hwirim adapts each lesson to fit exactly what I want to work on, whether it’s chatting, travel, or other personal goals. That personal touch means I see progress every week and stay really motivated.
Altogether, studying with Hwirim has made learning Korean something I actually look forward to, not just something I have to do. Her clear explanations, encouragement, and insights into Korean culture make the lessons rewarding, and I’d definitely recommend her to anyone serious about learning Korean.
Valentina
Not just a lesson, it's an experience!
She is truly incredible! I absolutely love the way she teaches—it’s not just a lesson, it’s an experience. With her, learning becomes exciting and deeply rewarding. Every session is packed with new vocabulary and grammar, but she teaches everything in such a clear and fun way that it never feels overwhelming. She is super kind and patient. Whenever I struggle to understand something, she takes the time to explain it until it clicks, always making me feel supported and never judged. She gives me homework tailored to my needs, and then we review it together. She has helped me learn so much in such a short time. I genuinely look forward to every single lesson with her—they’re the highlight of my week. She is, without a doubt, the best teacher I’ve had in a long time, and she has allowed me to regain my passion for learning Korean! 선생님 정말 감사합니다~~~!!!🤗❤️😊
Unwana
I really enjoy my lessons with 휘림씨. They are always lively and I'm constantly learning new words and expressions that I can put into use right away. She is very knowledgeable and can often quickly figure out what I am trying to say when I am struggling, which I seriously appreciate. Highly recommended!
Alison
선생님 최고예요! 한국어 잘 가르쳐 주셔서 너무 감사합니다!
Hoorimi is a great teacher whose very cheerful, kind and attentive. I look forward to our lessons every week, it’s always fun and interesting! Her lessons are organized and structured very well I love it.
선생님 merci beaucoup :)
Bryan
I’ve been taking this course since April. It’s so enjoyable, and Hoorimi 선생님 teaches so well. The modules are helpful and fun—I’ve learned a lot and continue to learn every week.
Jordan
My course is fun, engaging, and practical! I've been able to recognize and use more complicated grammar points and combine them with lots of new vocabulary words. Highly recommend!
Nora
I really enjoy my lessons with Hoorimi. Every time I feel like I'm talking to a friend because she makes me feel comfortable and I can definitely tell that my Korean has been improved since our first lesson in May. Thank you Hoorimi for being the best teacher and for your encouragements, I always look forward to our next lesson :)