Conversation groups or teachers Amadora/Lisbon or NYC

[vastspace1]

Hi, a lot of the threads here are old, so I thought I’d start a new one.
I’m most of the way through PP A1. I feel like when I knew this much French, or even less Indonesian, I could have at least simple conversations, conversations in which I could slowly learn in the process. Not so w Portuguese.
I have lots of native Portuguese friends, however most of them can’t slow their speech much, so even if they want to help, it doesn’t work.
In some threads people mentioned specific learning groups/classes in Lisbon - or conversation partners. I’ll be there again for a month in mid December (Amadora). Or anything in NYC would be great too (Queens…or anywhere). I think a conversation partner or conversation class would be really useful.
I’m open to any suggestions, and would be grateful for any contacts people might have… And would be happy to connect online too
Many thanks!! -Will

[enchantmentunlimited]

Hey Will,
I feel your pain. Portuguese has been a struggle for me. I do run a couple of groups online if you’d like to check it out and see if it feels like a fit for you. It’s now Tues @ 7:30 Portugal time. Here’s the info:

New online conversation/practice group

You may have seen my other group posted here - Anyone up for an accountability partner or study group? - #91 by enchantmentunlimited (which is still going strong if you’re interested!). I’m starting a new group just for conversation in Portuguese, Tuesdays at 7pm Portugal time. Since we are just getting going, I’m using dialogues and scripts in addition to freeform conversation so everyone can practice and we can listen to what it’s supposed to sound like (in many cases). If you are looking to improve your speaking and listening skills, come by and check it out. Right now it’s better for those around an A2 level who need practice speaking and listening as well as conversing, but if more advanced speakers are interested, we can break into groups. So just let me know. You’re welcome to drop in: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4944505311 or if you’d like email reminders, send me your email at [email protected] and I’ll add you to the email list I use for both groups. It is free of course, there is no teacher but I lead as best as I can and have tons of materials. I’m always open to what the group wants. So come and try it, see if it’s a fit. If you’re interested but the time doesn’t work, please email me. I’m open to doing another group. I need all the practice I can get! Tchau, Jana