Not for Beginners
Already speak English pretty well? Great — this is for you!
Our B2-C1 discussion groups help you feel confident, fluent and ready for any conversation. You don’t have to be perfect.
You’ll take part in thoughtful discussions you wouldn’t normally have in everyday situations.
Not a Grammar Lesson
You don’t need another grammar lesson. You need a space where your English can grow.
You’ve already studied the rules — now it’s time to use them in complex, authentic conversation.
Our program is designed to challenge fluent speakers who are ready for more.
If you’re tired of textbook English and ready to speak boldly, think critically and express your ideas with confidence, this is the place for you.
Not Like the Others
You’ve likely tried other classes that felt disorganized, unfocused or just… disappointing.
We’re different. Everyone follows the same well-planned curriculum using original, high-quality materials made just for our program.
Sessions are well-organized, instructors are fully prepared, and expectations are clear — both in and out of the classroom.
Even better? You can keep the conversation going outside of class through our online community. This is for serious learners who value their time — and their progress.
Never a Boring Conversation
Worried you’ll be stuck talking about weather and weekend plans? Not here.
In our sessions, you’ll explore strange, surprising, and seriously interesting topics with people from all over the world.
From male beauty pageants in South Korea to artists making portraits out of grass, nothing’s off-limits. If you can handle that, your English can handle anything.
This is how confidence grows — not from repetition, but from real conversation.
Here, you’ll improve your fluency and have fun doing it.
Absolutely No AI
The Program
Practice your English, share ideas, and connect with others. Our small-group discussions are the perfect way to speak regularly and build confidence.
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Live on Zoom — join from anywhere, even on your phone!
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New topic each week — go further and keep the discussion alive with our online community
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No lectures — organized and guided discussion means real speaking time
- Small groups — maxium 8 people
- Native speakers guide every discussion
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Original material — every teacher comes prepared with ASO™ teaching material built in-house
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Join one session or save with a subscription
Let’s talk.
Every discussion includes…
Here’s what you can expect during each discussion.
Each week, we dive into a new topic — from current events and culture to food, history and philosophy.
We create all our own material to keep discussions organized, focused and engaging.
Participants report a minimum of 45 minutes actual speaking time.
Warm-up
Ease into the discussion before diving into a pair and group activities.
Authentic Material
Discussions are usually based on a 4-7 minute video we watch twice as a group.
Vocabulary
Learn new words and phrases from the video to speak more clearly and naturally.
Listening Comprehension
Check your understanding of the important information in the video.
Discussion
Talk in pairs and share your ideas about the video’s main topic and key issues.
Speaking Activity
A guided speaking activity to explore new ideas and related topics with a different partner.
Group Activity
Work in a small group to complete a creative task, then share and compare results.
Error Correction
Fix grammar, vocabulary, or sentence mistakes the teacher noticed during your speaking activities.
Available Times
Plenty of schedule options are available. Click each one to check availability and start dates.
New groups are always forming. Do you have a day and time you’d like to propose? Contact us and we’ll see what’s possible!
All times shown are in your local time zone.
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Ready to get started?
Single Pass
Conversation Only- 1 Discussion at a time
- No access to previous materials
- Flexible scheduling
- Max group size: 8
Quarterly Pass
Unlimited Access- 3 Months | 10 Discussions
- Access to all previous materials
- Access to special events and courses
- Choose a fixed day and time
- Flexible scheduling when available
- Max group size: 8
Corporate
Unlimited Access- Dedicated day and time
- Access to all previous materials
- Access to special events and courses
- Any number of participants
- Talk to us to find out more
FAQ
Do you have more questions?
Schedule a short meeting with us. We’ll answer everything! Or, chat with us live with the chat icon.
Is my English good enough?
No need to wonder. Sign up for a free trial discussion to find out if you fit.
What if I miss a session?
If you can’t attend your normal discussion group, you can join another group when available. There are no make-ups and no refunds for missed sessions.
How much does it cost?
Click here to see pricing table >>
When are the groups?
Click here to see current calendar >>
What can I expect?
Click here to see what a 90-minute discussion looks like >>
Created by…
Hi, I’m Ian Polak-Kime.
I’m an American living in France, and I’ve been teaching English around the world since 2018. I hold a CELTA, a teaching certificate from Cambridge English.
After 8 years of teaching and learning languages, I created Advanced Speakers Online to offer the kind of experience I wished existed — for both students and teachers.
Speaking with a native speaker isn’t enough. You need structure, clear goals, and someone who knows how to guide you.
Not everyone can move abroad to become fluent. I want this to be the next best thing.
