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Last Updated: [07-21-2025]
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Korean-learning Truth #1:
There is a difference
between “learning” Korean, and learning to SPEAK Korean.
WELCOME TO KDA
If you’ve been learning Korean for any amount of time and are disappointed or frustrated with your lack of ability to speak the language, then you are in the right place. Or if you’re a beginner and have yet to hit the common pitfalls of so many before you, even though you may not quite know it yet, you too are in the right place.
Two connected but
different skills
The skill required to memorize vocabulary and understand Korean syntax is entirely different from the skill required to actually say the things we’re learning; learning words and structures (grammar) is different than developing the mechanics to actually speak Korean sentences and be able to hold a conversation.
WE ALL START OUT THE SAME
Of course the latter is not possible without the former (we can’t have anything to say if we don’t first learn some of the language), but unfortunately for most people, myself included when I first started out, when we decide to learn a language, eagerly we start looking around for books, classes, online programs, apps, language partners, etc, etc, and ultimately choose some resource to start with. From there, we are at the mercy of their pedagogy (their process for learning).
THE MISSING PIECE
And while most resources certainly do have their benefit and can help you “learn” Korean at least somewhat, it has been our experience (and the experience of many of our students’) that those resources ignore this truth, and only focus on the “learning” part, largely ignoring the second and most essential part of the process… to develop your ability - the mechanics, fluency, and confidence - to actually speak what you’re learning, and to hold a conversation.
A PROVEN PROCESS
(This is Lenka, from the KDA team^^)
I used this process personally when I first moved to Korean in 2003. Lenka (a woman from the Czech Republic who now lives her life almost entirely in Korean, who works with KDA and whom you’ll meet later), used the same approach, and we now hear great results from people every day who were tired of putting in the time and effort to learn but were continually frustrated with their inability to actually SPEAK the language, who have now made this simple tweak in their learning process, and are seeing great results.
MEET THE GIRL WHO INSPIRED ALL THIS...
Our class recordings have been online since 2008, and for years our program had become well known for making simple sense of a seemingly "difficult" language, and providing people a comfortable atmosphere to practice and improve their Korean.
But there was always another piece missing.
This is the story of the girl who actually inspired me to finally start helping people with this process (to guarantee we develop our ability to SPEAK Korean), and add this process into our program.
You can watch the video below to hear in her own words how our philosophy and approach helped her, but just before COVID hit, Lindsey and I had a call to dive deeper into the struggles she was having.
She had been learning Korean for about 4 years at the time. She had “learned” so much that anytime she joined a new class, in her placement test, she’d test really well (grammar-wise) and always get placed into a pretty high level.
The problem was, even though She KNEW the material (i.e. knew a bunch of vocabulary, and understood quite a lot of grammar), in all the classes and programs she had joined, they had never really focused on learning to SPEAK the material.
And so as time went on, the amount she “knew” continued to grow, but her speaking ability never grew along with it.
Eventually she got to a point where she was embarrassed by how much she knew but how little she could speak, and so she’d clam up when it came to using the language out in public, and hit a point where she was frustrated, deflated, and couldn’t even think about joining another class to “learn” more Korean.
Long story short, we helped her tweak her process, and once she realized the issue she was facing and shifted her focus to more of the RIGHT activities, the lid was removed and her speaking took off.
Watch this video here to here, in Lindsay's own words, how this simple "tweak" and process helped her...(only three weeks after she started in our program)…
Learn Korean Online
here's what I propose
If this sounds like something you’ve struggled with (or if you're a beginner and it's something you'd like to avoid), then here is what I propose…
Try us out (it's only $1), and I’ll share with you, in detail, the philosophy and approach that we use to not only “learn” the Korean language, but to guarantee you improve your speaking fluency and confidence, improve your long-term ability to recall everything you are learning, and develop the ability to actually hold conversations.
I'LL PERSONALLY SHOW YOU...
The simple tweak you can make to your learning process that will guarantee you improve your ability to speak the Korean language
How you can work this into and around your daily life so that it only takes 10-20 minutes per day
How you can apply this to any resource you use to learn Korean in the future (of course, we’d love for you to stick with us, but you certainly don’t have to)
And ultimately, how you can shave months (maybe years) of wasted time and money off of your Korean-learning journey by avoiding the mistakes and pitfalls of so many before you
IF THAT SOUNDS OKAY...
Then click this big blue button below, fill in your details on the following page, and you'll receive instant access to exact same process that brought both Lenka and I from zero to "conversational" and beyond in the Korean language...
here's just some of what you get immediate access to...
Simple Explanations of How the Language Works
Access to our entire library of videos and supplemental material that makes simple sense of a seemingly “difficult” language. Watch, listen, or work through from anywhere and at your own pace.
Develop the Ability to SAY, with Fluency and Confidence, Everything You'rE Learning
Get access to our “Path to Guaranteed Progress”, as well as
all of our 21-day Speaking Challenges, to guarantee you not only learn Korean, but develop your speaking fluency, confidence,
ability to recall, and overall conversational abilities!
Join a Motived Community of Korean-learning Peers
Language acquisition is a journey not a sprint, and it helps to progress alongside fellow peers who are also on the journey, who can continually champion us to greater and greater heights!
SOME MORE FEEDBACK FROM PEOPLE WHO'VE IMPLEMENTED OUR PROCESS...
Greg Lewis
“I really liked it. I told you in the very beginning that I’m very busy. The methodical process that you can wedge it in here and there, it’s perfect for someone who doesn’t have time.
I’m not trying to blow sunshine, but I think this approach is perfect, and for me, one of the best approaches to take."
Murray Johnson
"I like the study approach. I find it productive, and to be engaging each day. I just did a little bit every day, and it really set in. It became much easier as the week went on, and just felt more engrained. I also notice that I'm my time more intelligently. "Smarter not harder", as they say, so that's a win.
Susan Terry
"This is a really effective way to study, and it makes learning easier. Practicing speaking on a more consistent basis is making me feel more comfortable speaking. "If it's not PERFECT, you SUCK" has been my unofficial motto for way too long, and this entire process is helping me dismantle that nonsense. For that I am extremely grateful.
Welcome Offer
ENROLL NOW
Enroll now and gain immediate access to the entire program here at KDA, including our "Path to Guaranteed Progress", all future 21-day Speaking Challenges, our entire digital library of courses and supplementary materials, access to our community of fellow Korean-learning peers, significant discounts off our group speaking sessions, and more!
$47 USD/Month
(After a 14-day Trial)
FAQ
What level should I be to join this program?
We have course material that can benefit anyone from beginner to high-intermediate and beyond.
How much does this program cost?
This program offers a 14-day trial for dollar. After that, it is $47 USD/month, which we feel is quite minimal considering everything you're getting, including incredible 50% discounts off of our group sessions.
What if I don't like the program, can I get my money back?
As mentioned above, we offer a 14-day trial for only a dollar. This allows you to get in, learn our process, check out our class videos, and see for yourself whether you'll like the program, before you're charged our regular amount. And honestly, even if you don't stick around with us, just learning our process for improving your speaking will be worth it, 'cause you can apply it to literally any resource you'll ever use in the future.
What if i have other questions?
There is a contact form just below you can use, or you can email directly to [email protected]. Feel free to get in touch and ask any questions you'd like.