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Made with ❤️ by Alexia & Foster

CC
Coach
CC Coaching

Your Portuguese.
Your Goals.
Our Full Attention.

Private coaching with Alexia and Foster. A personalized program built entirely around you.

CC Coaching is for learners who want more than content and classes. You want someone in your corner. Two people who know this language inside and out, designing a program specifically for your level, your goals, and your life.

Our coaching students consistently report noticeable progress in conversational confidence and pronunciation within just a few sessions.

Limited spots. By application only.

Contact Us to Apply → Not a checkout button. Every coaching student talks to us first.
Alexia and Foster

You've tried group classes. You've done apps. You've listened to podcasts and reviewed worksheets. And you've made progress. But you've also hit a wall. You know enough to get by, but not enough to feel confident. Your pronunciation still feels off. Your grammar has gaps you can't seem to close. You're not sure what to focus on, and no one is giving you specific, honest feedback.

You don't need more content. You need someone who knows exactly where you're stuck. And can build a path to get you through it.

Two Perspectives. One Complete Picture.
The program

Not a Course.
Not a Subscription.
A Personal Program.

Carioca Connection Coaching is a one-on-one program built around you. Your level, your goals, your challenges, and the real life you're living in.

We begin with a full Portuguese assessment and coaching call, then design a curriculum specifically for your needs. You'll receive private sessions and ongoing WhatsApp guidance with direct, honest feedback from both of us.

No generic curriculum. No busywork. Just real support, momentum, and clarity.

Coaching is sold as session packages beginning at $600, depending on the scope and duration of the program. We discuss this directly with every student to make sure the fit is right before anything starts.

What's included

Here's What a Coaching Package Looks Like

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Introductory Coaching Call + Portuguese Assessment
We start with a deep understanding of your level, history, challenges, habits, and goals. This becomes the foundation for everything we build together.
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A Custom, Tailor-Made Curriculum
Designed for your life. Pronunciation, fluency, confidence, listening skills, grammar intuition, or preparing for a trip, move, or relationship. Always clear, realistic, and manageable.
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Private 1:1 Sessions with Alexia and Foster
One-on-one sessions where you benefit from a native Brazilian perspective (Alexia) and the experience of someone who learned Portuguese as an adult (Foster). Who leads each session depends on what you need. But you always have access to both of us.
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Private WhatsApp Support
Light daily or weekly check-ins, personalized feedback, voice messages, small corrections, encouragement, accountability, and guidance. Directly from us. You're never alone in the process.
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Weekly Homework + Practice Assignments
Simple, targeted tasks that help you improve exactly where you need to. Never overwhelming. Designed to build habits, not burn you out.
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Full CC Club Access. Included as a Bonus.
Your coaching creates momentum. The Club keeps it moving. You get full access to the CC Club. The Carioca Connection Collection, live group classes, and community. For the duration of your program. That's a $360/year value included at no extra cost.
Alexia and Foster
Alexia and Foster

Two Perspectives.
One Team.

Alexia brings the native ear. Pronunciation, rhythm, cultural nuance, and the instinct for how things actually sound in Brazil. She's been teaching for over a decade and knows exactly where learners get stuck.

Foster brings the learner's perspective. He learned Portuguese as an adult and knows what it takes to push through the plateaus. He handles learning strategy, accountability, and the mindset side of language learning.

Together, they design every coaching program to fit the student. Not the other way around.

For
you
Is this for you?

Coaching Is for
Serious Learners

✅ Who this is for:
  • You have a specific goal: a trip to Brazil, a relationship, a move, a job, a family connection
  • You've been studying on your own and feel stuck. You need someone to identify the gaps and close them
  • You want accountability and personal attention, not just more materials
  • You're ready to invest real time and energy into your Portuguese
  • You value honest, direct feedback from people who care about your progress

If you're not sure whether coaching is for you, start with the CC Club. You can always reach out about coaching later.

What students say

What Coaching and Club Students Say

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"I've truly enjoyed my Carioca Connection Coaching sessions with Alexia! In just a short time, we've made noticeable progress with my conversational skills and pronunciation, which are areas that I've found challenging for years. Alexia has also tailored our classes to include vocabulary specific to my life, hobbies, and profession. I can't wait to continue growing my confidence with Brazilian Portuguese through our work together!"
- Sara, Coaching Client
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"I began my Portuguese-learning journey with the Carioca Connection podcast, and recently decided to join the CC Club after trying some other online and in-person Portuguese classes and tools. Alexia and Foster are so helpful, responsive, and thoughtful in their teaching styles and the materials they've put together. The live classes are engaging, fun, informative, and inclusive. I always come away from them feeling challenged (in a good way!), with lots of new vocabulary and a better understanding of Brazilian culture."
- Carly, CC Club Member
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"When I first joined I was still really nervous about speaking in Portuguese and I was rehearsing phrases in my head before I spoke. Now I feel like I can speak with ease about most topics, a lot of which is more about confidence than actual vocabulary. Alexia and Foster are great at giving helpful tips, whilst giving lots of space to speak and try things out."
- Hannah, CC Club Member
How to start

The Process
Is Simple

1
Apply
Fill out our short application. Tell us a little about yourself. Your level, your goals, what you're hoping to get out of coaching.
2
We Talk
We'll have a short conversation to make sure it's a good fit. For you and for us. We only take on coaching students we know we can genuinely help.
3
We Build Your Program
If it's a match, we'll agree on a package (beginning at $600, depending on scope), schedule your sessions, and start building your custom curriculum.
4
You Start
Sessions begin. WhatsApp opens. Your Portuguese changes.
Before you apply

Full Transparency

  • Coaching is not a subscription. It's a one-time package.
  • There is no self-checkout. Every student talks to us first.
  • Spots are limited. We only take on a small number of coaching students at a time to maintain quality.
  • Coaching is not for everyone. If you're not ready to commit time and energy, the CC Club or Self-Study plan may be a better starting point.
  • We stand behind our work completely. If after your first session coaching doesn't feel like the right fit, we'll refund your full package. No questions asked.
Questions

Frequently
Asked Questions

How much does coaching cost?+
Packages begin at $600, depending on the number of sessions, duration, and scope of the program. We discuss this directly with every student to make sure the fit and investment are right.
Is coaching a subscription?+
No. It's a one-time package purchase. No recurring charges.
Do I work with Alexia, Foster, or both?+
Both. Your sessions will be split between us based on your needs. Alexia for native-level conversation, pronunciation, and cultural nuance. Foster for learning strategy, motivation, and the gringo perspective. You always have access to both via WhatsApp.
Can beginners do coaching?+
Yes. We adapt completely to your level. Coaching is about meeting you where you are and building from there.
What's the difference between CC Club and Coaching?+
CC Club ($360/yr or $60/mo) gives you live group classes, the full Carioca Connection Collection, and community access. Coaching gives you everything in the Club plus private 1:1 sessions, a custom curriculum, and WhatsApp support. Coaching is the most personal experience we offer.
Is there a guarantee?+
Yes. If after your first session coaching doesn't feel like the right fit, we'll refund your full package. No questions asked. We only want to work with people we can genuinely help, and we want you to feel completely confident about the investment.
What if I'm not sure coaching is right for me?+
Start with the CC Club. Get a feel for how we teach, how the community works, what the content is like. If you decide later that you want personalized attention, reach out about coaching.
How do I apply?+
Fill out our application form. We'll review every application personally and get back to you within a few days.
Now

Ready to Take Your
Portuguese Seriously?

Limited spots. No pressure. Just reach out and let's talk.

Contact Us About Coaching →
Compare plans

Compare Plans

FeatureSelf-Study$240/yrCC Club$360/yrCoachingfrom $600
400+ Podcast Episodes + Transcripts✓✓✓
11 Seasons of Worksheets✓✓✓
Fundamentos Course✓✓✓
Adventures with Alexia✓✓✓
Email Support✓✓✓
Weekly Live Group Classes-✓✓
Community Access-✓✓
Priority Support-✓✓
Private 1:1 Sessions--✓
Custom Curriculum--✓
Personalized Learning Plan--✓
WhatsApp Support--✓

Annual pricing shown. Monthly plans available. Coaching is sold as session packages, not a subscription.

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