When I plan my Immersion Courses, I focus on creating a meaningful, practical and enjoyable experience. Each course is designed around four core elements:
1️⃣ Culture • Cultúr
We go beyond textbooks. You’ll engage with the culture in a hands-on, authentic way through literature, local history, folklore, cooking and traditional céilí dancing. It's not just about observing culture, but participating in it.
2️⃣ Language • Teanga
Language learning is at the heart of the experience. Expect deep, meaningful language learning, not classroom drills. Whether you’re practicing conversation over a meal or learning the steps to a new dance, you’ll be using the language with guidance and support every step of the way.
3️⃣ Community • Pobal
Each course brings together a group of learners who support and learn from each other. You'll also connect with locals, making space for genuine exchange and new perspectives.
4️⃣ Fun • Craic
Fun is the secret ingredient. Learning works best when it’s enjoyable. We keep things relaxed, social and engaging whether through activities, shared meals, or simply good conversation. This isn't a classroom, it's a living experience.
Cúrsaí 2026
📍 Gougane Barra Hotel, Gougane Barra, County Cork, Ireland
Every course places a strong emphasis on learning about local culture including traditional music, stories, poetry, history and folklore.
Accommodation is not included in the price, learn more about accommodation here.
🌱 Level 1: Complete Beginner Half-Day Immersion
Perfect if you’re completely new to Irish or know only a few words
- Learn greetings, essential phrases and pronunciation in a relaxed setting.
- Practice short conversations and connect to the culture through simple songs and stories.
→ Includes: Classes from 10am–1:30pm, followed by a group lunch.
Available dates:
☘️ Saturday 4 April · €65 Book here
☘️ Saturday 25 July · €65 Book here
🌿 Level 2: Advanced Beginner
For learners who can manage basic conversations at a slow pace
- This course is suitable for you if you can introduce yourself, ask and answer simple questions and understand slow, clear Irish.
- You’ll expand your vocabulary, practice the past tense, and grow confidence speaking through guided conversation and cultural workshops.
→ Includes: Weekend immersion with grammar classes, cultural workshops and plenty of speaking practice to improve confidence. The course begins at 3pm on Friday and finishes at 5pm on Sunday
Available dates:
☘️ Fri 22 - Sun 24 May · €195 · Full · Join the waiting list here
☘️ Fri 11 - Sun 13 September · €195 · Book here
🌳 Level 3: Lower Intermediate
For learners who can chat about familiar topics and want more confidence
- This course is suitable for you if you can chat about familiar topics but want to improve accuracy and confidence.
- You’ll strengthen your use of past, present and future tenses, follow conversations at a more natural pace and expand your vocabulary
- Read short texts and local poetry while developing your spoken Irish.
→ Includes: 5-day immersion with daily classes, cultural workshops and evening activities. The course begins at 10am on Monday morning and finishes after lunch on Friday.
Available dates:
☘️ Mon 20 - Fri 24 July · €395 · Full · Join the waiting list here
☘️ Mon 26 - Fri 30 October · €350 · Book here
🍀 Level 4: Intermediate
For more confident speakers who want to speak more accurately and fluently
- This course is suitable for you if you can follow everyday conversations and you feel comfortable using the past, present and future tenses.
- This level focuses on expanding vocabulary, improving grammar (intro to conditional tense and tuiseal ginideach) and learning new expressions
- Explore local poetry, song and history as you build your fluency and accuracy.
→ Includes: Full immersion with daily classes, cultural workshops and evening activities. The course begins at 10am on Monday morning and finishes after lunch on Friday.
Available dates:
☘️ Mon 30 March - Fri 3 April · €395 · Book here
Food
A light lunch, snacks, tea and coffee are included in the price of the courses. Breakfast and dinner are not included in the price.
You are warmly invited to join the group for:
- Dinner at 6:30pm (€47 for 3-course meal or options available for a lighter meal)
If you’re staying at Gougane Barra Hotel, meals are included in your accommodation package.
If you’re staying somewhere else, please let me know and I’ll happily add you to the group dinner reservation.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in the course fee, but we highly recommend staying at our on-site venue: Gougane Barra Hotel or with a local Gaeltacht family.
Please note that public transport is not available in this area, so renting a car from Cork Airport is recommended if you choose to stay off-site.
Click here to learn more about accommodation.
Booking & Payment
To secure your place on any of our Irish language immersion courses, full payment is required at the time of booking. Please note that we cannot accept cash payments.
All transactions are processed securely through Stripe and you’ll also see the option to pay in installments with Klarna at checkout.
If you’d prefer to set up a personalised payment plan, please contact me directly and I’ll be happy to organise this with you.
Pricing & Fees
- Prices include all payment processing fees.
- Food and accommodation are not included in the course fee.
Policies
Refund Policy
We understand that plans can change so we aim to keep things fair and simple.
- Cancel more than 8 weeks before the course: Full refund
- Cancel between 3 and 8 weeks before the course: 50% refund
- Cancel less than 3 weeks before the course: Unfortunately, no refund is possible
Conversion Rate
Payments are subject to currency conversion rates as of the payment date.
Liability Disclaimer
Gaeilge le Jane or Jane Ní Luasa are not liable for any loss, damage or injuries sustained during the course. Guests participate at their own risk and are encouraged to purchase trip insurance to safeguard against any unforeseen disruptions.
By booking, you agree to these terms and conditions.
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