Crew West | EXPRESSION OF INTEREST Lunch and Learn Irish

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Please note by registering your interest you are NOT applying for a course.  This is to gauge the interest of crew in attending this type of course.  We would also like to hear what elements you would like to see on the course so that we know the training is meeting crew needs as directly expressed by the crew.

 

Proposed Course: Lunch and Learn Irish Language

Proposed Date: Nov or Dec 2025

Duration:  8 weeks (1 hour a week)

Cost: Free

Venue: Online

Tutor(s): All About Irish

Course Profile:

Course Profile: Structured Irish – 8-Week Programme

Developed by an experienced Irish language educator who has worked with the Michel Thomas Method and the Olly Richards Language Learning Series, Structured Irish offers a refreshing, practical approach to learning Irish. Over eight weeks, learners will gain a clearer understanding of how the language works and grow in confidence using it in real contexts.

Unlike traditional methods, Structured Irish focuses on understanding the structure of the language rather than memorising rules or vocabulary lists. Through songs, poems, and guided conversations, students begin to internalise the rhythm and sounds of Irish while developing the skills needed to continue their learning journey with confidence.

By the end of the course, participants will have:

• Increased confidence and engagement with Irish, with a stronger grasp of how the language fits together
• Practical and cultural enrichment, connecting learning to everyday Irish life and heritage
• Personalised recommendations for continued learning — from TV shows and podcasts to books in Irish
• A friendly, encouraging class atmosphere that supports steady progress and enjoyment

Perfect for adult learners of all levels, this course offers an empowering foundation for anyone wishing to deepen their connection with the Irish language and culture.

 

Participant Profile:

This course is aimed at crew with basic understand of Irish who wish to improve their conversational Irish or for more advanced speakers who would like to perfect their written Irish.

Application Procedure:

Please register your interest online at this link by 5pm - 29th October 2025

For technical difficulties with the online system, please email crew.west@nationaltalentacademies.ie

Film & TV Crew Academy West courses are open to all regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or disability.

 

Tutor: 

Patricia Nic Eoin

Patricia Nic Eoin has worked with some of the biggest names in language learning, including the Michel Thomas Method and the Olly Richards Language Learning Series, and has been teaching Irish to adults for over five years. Drawing on this extensive experience, Patricia developed Structured Irish, a unique and practical methodology designed to help learners speak Irish with confidence.

 

Structured Irish focuses on understanding the structure of the language rather than memorising rules or vocabulary. By devoting a little extra time to learning how Irish works, learners build a solid foundation that clears up much of the confusion often experienced with other methods. The approach incorporates songs, poems, and practice conversations to help students internalise the sounds, rhythm, and flow of Irish naturally.

 

A qualified solicitor, Patricia has also worked with TG4 and the European Commission in Brussels, where they were involved in translating legal documents into Irish. In addition, Patricia has written a series of children’s books in Irish and translated numerous titles from French and English.