Student Comments:

“The program has exceeded my expectations. I feel I (and my classmates) have learned so much since we began the AGA program. The curriculum is very thorough and detailed, and I rate it as excellent. The mix of sound files with printed materials is very beneficial.”
Carol Hazelden, Halifax, Nova Scotia

“The course content, format, and delivery are to such a high standard, it would be difficult to find areas for improvement”
Dave MacFarlane, Fredericton, New Brunswick

"I am very pleased with the program. I didn’t expect it to be such a great course. All in all I think it is the best Gaelic course I have taken, and I don’t see how it could be improved upon.”
Kate Herr, Midlothian, Virginia

“I've been completely surprised by how much I've enjoyed my Beginner Gaelic class.  The program and support system offered is completely user friendly and offers an excellent environment in which to learn. I can't say enough to recommend this program; the teacher is excellent, the material and format are well organized, and the resources are pretty well endless.”
Karen Robb, Leduc, Alberta

"I've been taking the Fluent level AGA programme this year and it's just the right thing for me at this time. A chance to practise at a high level, and still plenty to learn from an excellent instructor, and a good group of fellow-students. The systematic course structure and material ensures efficient learning, and yet builds in plenty of time to converse. I am particularly impressed by the consistently efficient, friendly and user-oriented admin and technical side of the program including excellent native Gaelic speaker sound files for the Fluent level stories. I've studied on other distance courses, and this aspect of the AGA is exemplary by comparison. I highly recommend the programme."
Davine Sutherland, Highlands, Scotland

“I am really enjoying the Gaelic course. The instructor is great (very patient!), the course materials are well-organized and useful, and it has been a pleasure getting to know my online classmates.”
Charles Coles, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

“I am very pleased with the course and each week I see an improvement in my Gaelic. I have taken other beginner Gaelic courses before and always quit after a month; however for some reason this method is perfect for me.”
Wendy McInnis, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia

“Great course, great course material, great teacher, and I have met a good bunch of new friends. On the whole the program is great, and helping me to achieve my goal of being a fluent Gaelic speaker.”
Donald Legate, Barrie, Ontario

“I am now in my second year in the course and I love it. The material is very informative and well presented. My instructor has been awesome, very patient and helpful. Since I live in Europe, the available class times are great. I've made several new friends through the course, and I plan to keep conversing and practicing with them!” 
Carol Amorosi, Pozzuoli, Italy

“After studying Gaelic on my own for about six months, I registered for the AGA program and have not regretted it for a moment! The speed at which I'm learning and my retention level has improved tremendously since starting the course. The materials provided are great and my teacher is just wonderful. The most outstanding feature of the program, to me, is the fact that, not only are we reading and writing Gaelic, but also much of the time is spent on speaking Gaelic. Students are even "getting together" on their own time to practice speaking! I'll definitely be taking all three levels of the program and would recommend it to anyone!”
Debbie Beach, Las Vegas, Nevada

“The Academy delivers traditional Gaelic instruction through the newest technology directly to my living room, where I have found an online community of friends keen to see our language and culture flourish.”
Kelly MacPhail, Montreal, Quebec

“I am very proud of my Celtic roots and I know that my grandmother would be so very proud of me that I am now learning the language of her parents. I am very pleased that I have an excellent instructor and terrific classmates. The three hour classes fly every week; and the new technology makes it feel that I am in a classroom with all the comforts of home, because I am at home.” 
Gary Hanna, Pinawa, Manitoba

“An easy path to Gaelic. A course with an excellent curriculum and devoted instructors. Very helpful indeed for those who we are living outside the Gaidhealtachd.”
Xavier Cava, Lleida, Spain

“I am very excited about taking this course. I am a schoolteacher and have taught beginner Gaelic in Primary schools on the Isle of Skye and the mainland of Scotland while on exchange. My hope is to someday teach Gaelic in Nova Scotia. I will be enrolling in the Advanced Level in the fall.”
C. Joan MacDonald, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia

“My Gàidhlig studies from the AGA have been very, very helpful. Course content, format, and backed by excellent instruction. And as a bonus I’ve gotten to meet a good bunch of new Gàidhlig learning friends... I highly recommend it!”
Reji Martin, La Ronge, Saskatchewan

“I have enjoyed the Online classroom enormously. It is a wonderful way to bring Gaelic to those of us who do not have access to classes otherwise.”
Carolina Coleman, Columbus, Ohio

“The course has exceeded my expectations. The teaching staff is excellent, the small class ensures everyone gets the chance to ask questions and understand the material. I like the mix of sound files with the printed material, also you really get the chance to practice i.e. speak what you are learning, which to me as a distant learner was essential. So very enjoyable and I look forward to signing up for the next level.”
Thomas Barclay, Dyer, Indiana

“I am very happy with the course, and will take the Advanced level in the fall. The teacher is just wonderful.”
Diane de Avalle-Arce, Sante Ynez, California

“It has been a wonderful experience taking this Gaelic course so far. My instructor is excellent and I look forward to each and every class.”
Margaret Gillis, Halifax, Nova Scotia

“The program is very well organized and the instructor is excellent. The distance learning method used is a great way to engage remote students. One of the most enjoyable parts of the AGA program has been meeting other Gaelic learners and getting to know them.”
Liam Cassidy, Alexandria, Virginia

“This is a wonderful course and I have recommended it to many of my friends already.  Being able to speak and listen to others has helped me the most.”
Rena MacDougall-Sapko, Lebanon, Missouri

"My class is taught by an amazing instructor who truly wants each student to achieve success! Awesome instruction, organized materials, and encouraging classmates! Thank you!"
Dawn Laird, Seabrook, Texas