Starting June 29, 2026

Join the 6-Week Summer Learn Persian Bootcamp

Learn Persian together this summer— conversational speaking, reading and writing, poetry, and culture — with a community of learners from around the world. All lessons are prerecorded and self-paced with plenty of opportunity to practice live.

Meet Persian Learners

Don't study in isolation. Connect with a squad of learners who share your goals, celebrate your wins, and keep you accountable.

Live & Interactive

Weekly live Zoom sessions that feel like hanging out with friends. Get real-time feedback, practice speaking, and ask questions directly.

Taste & Listen

Go beyond grammar. We cook Persian recipes together, analyze poetry, and decode the lyrics of classic songs to bring the language to life.

Take a look of what you can expect from the Program

You will get access to all of our course materials, plus a special community with more than 3000 active members to network and learn together!

Frequently asked questions

It's a free 6-week guided program where you'll receive weekly assignments you can complete on your own schedule. Each assignment helps you:

- Learn conversational Persian (everyday words and phrases you'll actually use)
- Build the basics of reading and writing in Persian
- Explore Iranian culture through music, poetry, and stories

Our next bootcamp starts June 29th, 2026. Join the waitlist above to be notified when enrollment opens!

Everyone. Complete beginners have a clear track. Students with some Persian have a deeper track. And returning members can pick up where they left off.

Our students include heritage learners reconnecting with the language, partners of Iranians learning to communicate with family, and anyone drawn to Persian culture — the cooking, the music, the poetry. Whatever brought you here, you belong.

Our next bootcamp runs for 6 weeks starting Monday, June 29th, 2026. New assignments are released every Monday.

All lessons are prerecorded, so you complete them whenever works for you. Live sessions are optional and always recorded.

Everything takes place on the Chai and Conversation website. Once you activate your membership, you'll have access to all course materials, the community space, and live session links — all in one place.

Each Monday you receive an email with your weekly assignment. You work through the lessons at your own pace — about 15–20 minutes a day, or 1–2 hours per week.

There are optional live sessions for practice and connection. At the end of six weeks, if you complete all assignments, you earn a Certificate of Completion.

From 'Zero' to Speaking Persian in 6 Weeks.

Since 2010, we've helped thousands of students learn the Persian language, many of whom had tried so many different resources before finding us. Check out the feedback below from learners who started where you are now.

"I talked to my husband's family (who only speaks Farsi) yesterday and was using all the language I've learned in these 6 weeks — and they were so happy and impressed. It makes me feel even more motivated."

Sarah O.

"It exceeded my expectations entirely — user friendly, organized, and approachable. I really got a sense of community. Learning a new language can feel like a solo journey, but it never seems lonely or daunting here. A hand is always there."

Nikki M.

"I started small conversations with friends and strangers! The other day I started speaking with an uncle and he was so impressed — we laughed and joked around. I also went to a Persian popup bazaar and tried my best to communicate in Persian, and they were so happy!"

Shaza K.

"I memorized a poem and it really helped my forward progress. I've been able to read and recognize Persian script outside of lessons — Persian looks unbelievably complex if you have no experience with it. I was also able to write my boyfriend's name in his native language, which was special."

student via UL.ie email

"I've tried to learn on my own for years and failed because I didn't know where to start. I love that this is broken down into small bits. Anyone on the fence should join — you can tell Leyla and the team really want everyone to learn."

Sarah O.

"I was an absolute beginner before the bootcamp. Now I can greet people, count, and introduce my family. Most interestingly, I can relate to Persian culture now as a Japanese person — the honorifics, the ta'arof around chai and meals — these are so similar to ours. I love it."

Bootcamp participant

"I never expected the community to be so engaging and helpful. The instructors are all super friendly and open-minded. I truly feel I've found a family in Chai and Conversation."

Luna

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