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 2025
Lán / Full
🍂 Cúrsa an fhómhair / Autumn course 🍂
5 lá: 27-31 mí Dheireadh Fómhair 🔸 27th - 31st October 2025
Advanced beginner [A1/A2]
📍 Gougane Barra Hotel, Gougane Barra, County Cork, Ireland [accommodation is available onsite]
Cúrsaí 2026
📍 Gougane Barra Hotel, Gougane Barra, County Cork, Ireland
💡 At Level 3 and 4, classes are conducted entirely in Irish. At Level 2, Irish is spoken most of the time, with some English used for clarity when needed.
Every course places a strong emphasis on learning about local culture from traditional music and stories to poetry, history and folklore.
☘️Cúrsa A☘️ Book here
30 March – 3 April · Level 4 Intermediate · €395
- This course is suitable for you if you can follow conversations and understand most topics.
- This course focuses on improving grammar, expanding vocabulary and learning new expressions
- Explore Irish poetry, song and local history.
→ Includes: Full immersion with daily classes, cultural workshops and evening activities.
☘️Cúrsa B☘️ Book here
4 April · Level 1 Absolute Beginner · €65
- This is suitable for you if you are new to Irish or know only a few words.
- Learn greetings, essential phrases and pronunciation in a relaxed setting.
- Practice short conversations, enjoy traditional songs and hear simple stories.
→ Includes: Classes from 10am–1:30pm, followed by an optional group lunch.
☘️Cúrsa C☘️ Book here
22–24 May · Level 2 Advanced Beginner · €195
- This course is suitable for you if you can introduce yourself, ask and answer simple questions and understand slow, clear Irish.
- The course focuses on expanding your vocabulary, using verbs in different tenses and speaking with more confidence.
- You will practice conversations on familiar topics and enjoy cultural workshops.
→ Includes: Weekend immersion with grammar classes, cultural workshops and plenty of speaking practice to improve confidence.
☘️Cúrsa D☘️ Book here
20–24 July · Level 3 Lower Intermediate · €395
- This course is suitable for you if you can chat about familiar topics with growing confidence
- The course focuses on vocabulary growth, grammar refinement and understanding conversations at a more natural pace.
- Read short texts, poetry and stories while practicing spoken Irish in real-life situations.
→ Includes: 5-day immersion with daily classes, cultural workshops and evening activities.
☘️Cúrsa E☘️ Book here
25 July · Level 1 Absolute Beginner · €65
- Repeat of the April beginner taster for those who missed it.
- Learn greetings, essential phrases and pronunciation in a relaxed, friendly setting.
- Practice short conversations, enjoy traditional songs and hear simple stories.
→ Includes: Classes from 10am–1:30pm, followed by an optional group lunch.
☘️Cúrsa F☘️ Book here
11–13 September · Level 4 Intermediate · €195
- This course is suitable for you if you can follow conversations and understand most topics.
- This course focuses on improving grammar, expanding vocabulary and learning new expressions
- Explore Irish poetry, song and local history.
→ Includes: Weekend deep dive into advanced grammar, conversation and Irish culture.
☘️Cúrsa G☘️ Book here
26–30 October · Level 3 Lower Intermediate · €395
- This course is suitable for you if you can chat about familiar topics with growing confidence.
- The course focuses on vocabulary growth, grammar refinement and understanding conversations at a more natural pace.
- Read short texts, poetry and stories while practicing spoken Irish in real-life situations.
→ Includes: 5-day immersion with daily classes, cultural workshops and evening activities.
Course schedule
The course combines immersive Irish language classes with cultural experiences.
- Mornings: Irish language lessons designed to build your skills and confidence.
- Lunch: a relaxed break to recharge and chat with fellow students.
- Afternoons and evenings: cultural activities such as traditional music sessions, storytelling, history talks or nature walks.
The exact timing and activities may vary from course to course depending on the group, but every schedule is carefully designed to offer a rich balance of language learning and cultural immersion.
5 day course
The course begins at 10am on Monday morning and finishes after lunch on Friday
Weekend course
The course begins at 3pm on Friday and finishes at 5pm on Sunday
Please note: The classroom is upstairs in Gougane Barra Hotel and there is no elevator available.
Food
Only snacks, tea and coffee are included in the price of the courses. Main meals are not included in the price.
You are warmly invited to join the group for:
- Lunch at 1:30pm
- Dinner at 6:30pm
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
Our courses take place in the beautiful Gougane Barra Hotel, overlooking the lake in a peaceful and historic valley. Classes are held upstairs in the hotel and staying on-site makes everything simple and convenient.
The hotel offers special accommodation packages for course students, please contact them directly to enquire.
If you are travelling without a car, a local taxi can be arranged from Macroom, Cork City or Killarney (additional fee applies).
Please note: The classroom is located upstairs and there is no elevator access.
Contact:
Website: https://www.gouganebarrahotel.com/
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +353 26 47069
Alternative Accommodation
Day students or those who prefer to stay somewhere else are very welcome to arrange their own accommodation. Nearby options include:
- The Mills Inn (Ballyvourney)
- The Abbey Hotel (Ballyvourney)
- Castle Hotel (Macroom)
- The Maritime Hotel (Bantry)
- Westlodge Hotel (Bantry)
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.
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 instalments 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.