Spanish & English Language Exchange

💚 First trial class is free. If you are joining for the first time, please contact us at least 2 days in advance so we can prepare accordingly. Join our regular Aikido practice in a peaceful Japanese-inspired garden next to Rieterpark. Aikido is a non-competitive Japanese martial art focused on mindful movement, balance, body awareness, and learning how to respond to pressure calmly without fighting or blocking. The training is respectful, collaborative, and beginner-friendly. No previous experience or special fitness level is needed. 🗓 Every Tuesday & Thursday 19:00–20:30 🗣️ Language: English 🎓 Students: CHF 50/month 👤 Regular: CHF 100/month Aikido Orangerie is a non-profit project and all income supports the Bonsai Garden. Website: https://aikido-orangerie.com/ Contact: aikido.orangerie@gmail.com

We keep it a fun and practical language exchange. First thing you'll notice is we match you with **fluent speakers** in your target language. **Event Flow** **18:45–19:15** → Registration Scan the QR code to tell us your fluent and target languages. **19:15–20:30** → Language Exchange Powered by our **Learn by Flipping** method. **20:30 onwards** → Stay, chat, or head off — totally up to you 😉 **What is "Learn by Flipping"?** **Practical** → You speak with fluent speakers in your target language. **Collaborative** → Every 5 minutes, you switch roles: learner ↔ helper. **Fun** → Small groups, good energy, and a bar atmosphere — without the chaos. Save some time by [Signing up to our web app](https://fliplingoes.com/) beforehand. **Entrance:** 10 CHF (includes a tapa) Please note, event registration closes after 7:15PM

⬇️⬇️⬇️ **EN/DE/PR** ⬇️⬇️⬇️ **🎶 Samba Drumming,** **Open Bateria** **🎶** Beginners and experienced drummers... all are welcome! This session is about discovering samba, or discovering a different samba instrument if you are already playing. ***Note:*** if you are experienced with samba enredo drumming and would like to dive straight into an ensaio please reach out to us. We are always looking to grow our core team! **💥 What to Expect:** \- All Skill Levels: From newbies to seasoned drummers\. \- No Instruments Needed: We provide everything\, but you can bring your own\. 💰 **Cost** 💰 First-timers try-out for free! 15 CHF per session thereafter (open bateria is included in full association membership). **🥁 Ready to Drum?** 🥁 Don't miss this fun, energizing session! Connect with the samba community and drum your heart out. **📌 What to Bring:** **\- Ear Plugs:** Recommended "Alpine Music Pros." **\- Water Bottle:** Stay hydrated. **\- Spare T\-Shirt:** It gets warm! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **"🎶 Samba Trommeln, Offene Bateria 🎶** Anfänger und erfahrene Trommler... alle sind willkommen! In dieser Session geht's darum, Samba zu entdecken oder, wenn du schon spielst, ein anderes Samba-Instrument auszuprobieren. ***Hinweis:*** Wenn du bereits Erfahrung mit Samba-Enredo-Trommeln hast und direkt in eine Probe einsteigen möchtest, melde dich bei uns. Wir sind immer auf der Suche, unser Kernteam zu erweitern! **💥 Was dich erwartet:** * Alle Erfahrungsstufen: Von Neulingen bis zu erfahrenen Trommlern. * Keine Instrumente nötig: Wir stellen alles zur Verfügung, aber du kannst gerne dein eigenes mitbringen. **💰 Kosten 💰** Erste Session kostenlos! Danach 15 CHF pro Session (offene Bateria ist in der vollständigen Mitgliedschaft enthalten). 🥁 Bereit zum Trommeln? 🥁 Verpass diese spaßige und energiegeladene Session nicht! Verbinde dich mit der Samba-Community und trommle aus vollem Herzen. 📌 Was du mitbringen solltest: * Ohrstöpsel: Empfohlene "Alpine Music Pros." * Wasserflasche: Hydriert bleiben. * Ersatz-T-Shirt: Es wird warm!" \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🎶 Samba de Bateria, Bateria Aberta 🎶** Iniciantes e bateristas experientes... todos são bem-vindos! Essa atividade é pra você conhecer o samba ou, se você já toca, descobrir um instrumento diferente de samba. ***Nota:*** se você já tem experiência com samba enredo e quer ir direto para um ensaio, entre em contato com a gente. Estamos sempre buscando crescer nosso time principal! **💥 O que Esperar:** * Todos os Níveis: De novatos a bateristas experientes. * Sem Necessidade de Instrumentos: Nós fornecemos tudo, mas você pode trazer o seu se quiser. **💰 Custo 💰** A primeira sessão é grátis! 15 CHF por sessão depois (bateria aberta está incluída na associação completa). **🥁 Pronto para Tocar? 🥁** Não perca essa sessão divertida e energizante! Conecte-se com a comunidade do samba e toque com o coração. **📌 O que Levar:** * Protetores de Ouvido: Recomendamos "Alpine Music Pros." * Garrafa de Água: Fique hidratado. * Camiseta Extra: Vai esquentar!" \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

Come and get you **Comedy Brew**, your fix of English Stand-Up Comedy! We serve a fresh, locally sourced 'menu' of 10 comedians, as organic as your favorite farm-to-table meal, all geared up to make you laugh out loud. **Tickets at:** [https://bit.ly/iyfcb](https://bit.ly/iyfcb) Unleash your laughter at [ROBIN's coffee](https://maps.app.goo.gl/E1e3H9GRDDJaPK8z9), the coziest New York-style coffee bar in the heart of Zürich. **Dare to Make 'Em Laugh? 🎤😂** Ever fantasized about grabbing the mic and cracking some jokes yourself? Well, your dream could come true! Visit [our performer's page](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/) to find out how you can take the stage and spread laughs like a pro. **See You There! 🎤😂** Come down to ROBIN's, break some bread, share some laughs, and maybe even catch the comedy bug yourself! See you there every Thursday! Powered by IN YOUR FACE Comedy 🌟 [Check Us Out!](https://instragram.com/inyourfacecomedy/) **Tickets at:** [https://eventfrog.ch/comedybrew](https://eventfrog.ch/comedybrew) **Frequently Asked Questions** * ***Is the show really in English?*** Absolutely. Every set is performed in English by a mix of Swiss-based and international comics, so no Swiss-German skills required. * ***What’s a “Comedy Open Mic”?*** It’s the testing ground for jokes. Pros road-test fresh material and brave newcomers grab their first five minutes. Expect some gems, some flops—and the fun of seeing comedy born in real time. * ***Will it be funny?*** Most of the time, yes! An open mic is a roller-coaster: seasoned acts, new voices, and the occasional glorious train-wreck. It’s all part of the charm. * ***Can I perform too?*** Yes - you need to book a spot - find out more about how to do it here: [https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/perform/). * ***Do I need to buy tickets in advance?*** Please do. We’re usually running around before the show and door sales slow things down. If you’re stuck, we’ll try, but no promises. Link to tickets as at [https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/comedybrew/](https://inyourfacecomedy.ch/comedybrew/) * ***How does seating work?*** First come, first served so grab a drink, snag a seat, and settle in. * ***Is food available at the bar?*** ROBIN’s serves drinks only. For a pre-show bite, try **Restaurant Johanniter** (classic Swiss) or **Holy Cow!** across the street for burgers. * ***Will the comedians pick on me?*** We chat with the crowd for laughs, not humiliation. Friendly banter only - you’re safe. * ***How long is the show?*** Doors open 7:30pm, show starts \~7:50pm with a 15 min break in the middle ending around 10pm. Enough time for the last trams home... * ***Age limit?*** All ages welcome of course 16+ recommended (adult themes, spicy language).

**[⚠️>>Ticket needed (click here)<<](https://link.social-circle.ch/QfYA) or** **[tickets.social-circle.ch](https://tickets.social-circle.ch/)** **⏰Check-in at the venue in the first 15 minutes, please make sure to be on time.** **Double Date Speed Dating** **Less pressure. More chemistry.** 👥 2 single men + 2 single women per table 🔄 Rotate every 15 minutes 🎯 Ages 25–40 Join the WhatsApp group: [https://link.social-circle.ch/wz7V](https://link.social-circle.ch/wz7V) Not your typical speed dating. No awkward interviews. No repetitive small talk. You meet in **groups of four**, which makes it easier to relax, laugh, and be yourself. **🕒 The Flow of the Night** 1️⃣ Deep Dive (Soul) We kick off with our *Fast-Track Intimacy* cards — real questions that spark meaningful conversations and fast-track genuine connection. 2️⃣ Creative Canvas (Play) A fun, collaborative drawing challenge. Light, playful, and surprisingly revealing. 3️⃣ Surprise Rounds A few unexpected twists designed to spark chemistry and keep things exciting. **✨ Why It Works** • Small groups = less pressure • Real interaction, not interviews • Host-guided flow — you just enjoy **✅ Your Ticket Includes** • All materials for the creative challenge • A balanced ratio of participants Spots are limited. Secure yours early. ​P.S. Pictures might be taken during the event, if you do not want it please let the organizer know. Tickets are non-refundable. **Want more events like this? Join our WhatsApp community:** [https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD](https://link.social-circle.ch/sVZD)

⬇️⬇️⬇️ **EN/DE/PR** ⬇️⬇️⬇️ Our 'Ensaio de Bateria' is for regular members of the association and exceptionally for those who have previous experience playing in a samba bateria (please get in touch if you're interested, we'd love to hear from you). In this session, we will dive into fresh material and technique, while also taking the time to perfect individual parts of our existing repertoire if needed. Whether you're looking to improve your groove or refine specific techniques, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your skills! **What to bring:** * Ear Plugs (we recommend "Alpine Music Pros" from a music shop) * Water Bottle for staying hydrated * Spare T-shirt for afterwards (it gets pretty warm) \-\-\-\-\-\-\- Unsere 'Ensaio de Bateria' ist für regelmäßige Mitglieder des Vereins und ausnahmsweise für diejenigen, die bereits Erfahrung in einer Samba Bateria haben (bitte melde dich, wenn du Interesse hast, wir würden uns freuen, von dir zu hören). In dieser Session werden wir uns mit neuem Material und Technik beschäftigen, uns aber auch die Zeit nehmen, einzelne Teile unseres bestehenden Repertoires zu perfektionieren. Egal, ob du deinen Groove verbessern oder bestimmte Techniken verfeinern möchtest, dies ist die perfekte Gelegenheit, deine Fähigkeiten zu steigern! **Was du mitbringen solltest:** · Ohrstöpsel (wir empfehlen "Alpine Music Pros" aus dem Musikfachhandel) · Eine Wasserflasche, damit du genug Flüssigkeit zu dir nehmen kannst · Ersatz-T-Shirt für danach (es wird ziemlich warm) \-\-\-\-\-\-\- Nosso "Ensaio de Bateria" é para os membros regulares da associação e, excepcionalmente, para aqueles que têm experiência anterior de tocar numa bateria de samba (entre em contato se você estiver interessado, gostaríamos muito de ouvir você!). Nesta sessão, vamos nos aprofundar em novos materiais e na técnica, além de dedicar tempo para aperfeiçoar partes individuais de nosso repertório existente, se necessário. Se estiver procurando melhorar seu groove ou refinar técnicas específicas, esta é a oportunidade perfeita para elevar suas habilidades! **O que trazer:** * Protetores de ouvido (recomendamos "Alpine Music Pros”). * Garrafa d’água para se manter hidratado * Uma troca de roupa para depois do ensaio (fica bem quente)

Coders Monthly is a regular gathering of programmers in Zurich interested in honing their craft. It takes place in Zuerich at Cafe Bar Pluesch (https://cafe-pluesch.ch) on the first Thursday of every month. For the members list, some pics and more, see the Coders Only (https://codersonly.org/events/coders-monthly) site. Hope to see you there! PS: Please join our Discord https://discord.gg/jWUZsKQvrz for any last minute announcements.

Join the Language Exchange to meet new people, practice your foreign languages and spend a good time together. We will serve free tapas such as Bruschetta, Wedges, Nachos or similar. **How it works**: Choose the country flag sticker of the languages that you speak or want to practice! Seat on the right language table and start your conversation with our conversation topic cards. Watch this short [Youtube video](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mDm3SWN3GPI) to know what to expect! Average group size: 25 participants **When**: Every Saturday, 20:00 - 22:00 **Where**: 2.Akt Zürich **Price**: 10.- incl. Snacks **Tickets**: https://tinyurl.com/LX-06-06-26 (please buy ticket online) **WhatsApp Group**: https://chat.whatsapp.com/8jkvEUJ5jLp75fYglQFCNJ (join for updates & pics) **After the Language Exchange:** Pub Crawl (optional) For those who want to continue the night, we have a Bar Tour starting from the same place at 10PM. Watch [this video](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VrBFWgXQNhw) to know what expect! Language Exchange participant get a 10fr discount when buying the combo-ticket online. Your Event Hosts Sébastien & Katja, Fernando More info: [https://www.pubcrawlzurich.com/languageexchange](https://www.pubcrawlzurich.com/languageexchange) Event pictures? Follow us on [IG](https://www.instagram.com/languageexchangezurich) and [FB](https://www.facebook.com/zurichlanguageexchange)

Curious about martial arts, but not into fighting? 🌿 Our Aikido group is organizing a free open trial training in our beautiful Orangerie & Bonsai Garden. Aikido is a non-competitive Japanese martial art and mindful movement practice for body awareness, balance, centering, and learning how to meet pressure without blocking, fighting, or becoming passive. The training is beginner-friendly. No experience or special fitness needed. The language of instruction is English. 📅 Sunday, 7 June 2026 🕓 16:00–17:00 📍 Orangerie & Bonsai Garden, Zürich 💚 Free of charge 🗣️ Language: English 👕 Bring comfortable sportswear, long pants if possible, and flip-flops Contact us: aikido.orangerie@gmail.com www.aikido-orangerie.com

Join our new Party Games Pub Crawl Edition - led by our famous Red Hosts. We’ve got **bingo ice breakers** to start off the night followed by **soccer table, table tennis and karaoke** to finish off. **What to expect**: Watch this short [Youtube video](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/VrBFWgXQNhw) to know it all! In a group of expats, locals and tourists, you will experience Zurich's nightlife in a unique way. Tour-guides will take you to 3 different venues and make sure you spend a great night out! **When**: Every Saturday - Meet @ 9pm **Where**: 2.Akt Zürich **Price**: from 25.- incl. shots, nachos, all entrance fees **Tickets**: https://tinyurl.com/PC-06-06-26 (pls buy tickets in advance) **WhatsApp Group**:[https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dttaz9sydMZ0tSqX2MgVjb](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dttaz9sydMZ0tSqX2MgVjb) (Join for updates & pics) **Group size**: Average 35 people **Free Language Exchange for Pub Crawl ticket-holders:** If you come 1 hour earlier, you can participate to the Language Exchange free of charge. We encourage you to join both to have more time getting into the atmosphere and for the ease to meet new people. Looking forward to seeing you all again!! Sébastien, Fernando, Oscar More information: [https://www.pubcrawlzurich.com/](https://www.pubcrawlzurich.com/) Event pictures? Follow us on [IG](https://www.instagram.com/pubcrawlzurich) and [FB](https://www.facebook.com/pubcrawlzurich)

Herzlich willkommen zu unserem wöchentlichen Deutsch-Konversations. Der Fokus liegt auf freiem Sprechen in einer lockeren, freundlichen Atmosphäre, ohne Druck und ohne Unterricht. Das Meetup ist ideal für Lernende ab Niveau B2 bis C2, die ihr Deutsch aktiv anwenden möchten. Die Themen entstehen spontan aus dem Alltag, aus aktuellen Ereignissen oder aus Vorschlägen der Teilnehmenden. Komm vorbei, auch wenn du nur zuhören oder langsam anfangen möchtest! 📢 Hier ist die WhatsApp-Nummer, um in Kontakt zu bleiben: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JoQufaeFR2GBXKdt3nSE2I 🤳 Bitte teile es und folge uns auf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deutsch.sprechen.zurich 📅 Hier ist der Veranstaltungskalender: https://fasthub.wixsite.com/deutsch/treffen 💬 Hier ist der temporäre WhatsApp-Link, falls du kommst und chatten möchtest: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HmHEWIJ16or1qRqXVyvipe

Please contact me if you want to join the class. Добрый день! This class is for learners with a level B1 or higher. We will learn Russian rock songs and do exercises and discussions based on them. We will use the book Russian rock and Russian Grammar. We will meet one time per week. Below is an information about the class. Cost: 2 students 35 chf per hour, 3 or more student 25 chf per hour per person. Class Length: 1 hour Class structure: • We read a text or a chapter from a book, discuss new words. We learn part of grammar and practice using it. • After that we discuss the topic and answer the text follow-up questions. • I also give homework tasks to make sentences with new words or do a grammar exercises. • If we finish the exercises earlier, we play word games or have a free chat. If you have questions send me a message or post it in comments.

🎶 **Tardeo español en el festival ESPAÑOLÉ Zürich** 🎶 ¡Vamos a pasar un sábado de tardeo con música, comida española y muy buen ambiente en pleno corazón de Zürich! **Quedaremos a las 16:00 debajo del angelote azul de la HB Zürich** (estación central). Desde allí iremos caminando juntos al festival ESPAÑOLÉ, que se celebra muy cerca, en el Zeughausareal. 📍 Punto de encuentro: HB Zürich – debajo del “angelote azul” 🕓 Hora: 16:00 El festival celebra ya su 4ª edición y la entrada es gratuita. Habrá música en directo, actuaciones, gastronomía española y muchos puestos para disfrutar del ambiente. Más información sobre el festival: [https://espanole.ch/es/](https://espanole.ch/es/) La idea es conocernos un poco antes de entrar al recinto. Si queréis, podéis traer algo de beber para tomar juntos antes de ir al festival. El acceso es público y, en principio, también se puede entrar con bebida/comida. Después iremos todos juntos a recorrer el festival, ver los puestos y disfrutar de la música y el ambiente español. 👉 Si alguien no puede venir a las 16:00 en la HB, **habrá una segunda oportunidad para unirse al grupo:** **🕕 A las 18:00 delante del escenario principal de música del festival.** Usaremos el chat del grupo para comunicarnos, aunque estará cerrado a comentarios hasta el día del evento para evitar sobrecargarlo. Si no funciona a la primera, haced click una segunda vez: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/G0Rln6YOz953zXdajLQddB](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G0Rln6YOz953zXdajLQddB) ¡Animaos tanto los veteranos de HOLA ZURICH como la gente nueva! Y por supuesto también todos aquellos extranjeros que quieran practicar español y disfrutar de nuestra cultura😊 Deutsche Version: 🎶 **Spanischer Tardeo beim ESPAÑOLÉ Festival in Zürich** 🎶 Wir verbringen gemeinsam einen entspannten Samstagnachmittag mit spanischer Musik, Essen und guter Stimmung im Herzen von Zürich. **📍 Treffpunkt:** **16:00 Uhr unter dem blauen Engel in der HB Zürich.** Von dort gehen wir zusammen zum ESPAÑOLÉ Festival im Zeughausareal. Der Eintritt ist kostenlos und es gibt Live-Musik, Shows und viele spanische Food-Stände. 👉 Wer es nicht um 16:00 Uhr schafft, kann um 18:00 Uhr direkt vor der Musikbühne dazukommen. Egal ob alte oder neue Mitglieder von HOLA ZURICH oder Leute, die einfach Spanisch üben und spanische Kultur genießen möchten – alle sind willkommen!😊 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/G0Rln6YOz953zXdajLQddB](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G0Rln6YOz953zXdajLQddB)

Willkommen zum ersten Online-Griechischtreffen! ​Möchtest du Griechisch von Anfang an lernen oder deine Sprachkenntnisse auffrischen? Dann bist du hier genau richtig! ​In diesem ersten kostenlosen Kennenlerntreffen werden wir: ​Uns kurz vorstellen und eure Lernziele besprechen. ​Einen ersten Blick auf das griechische Alphabet und die Aussprache werfen. ​Die ersten nützlichen Alltagswörter und Begrüßungen lernen. ​Über mich: Ich bin Dimi, griechischer Muttersprachler und Absolvent der Universität Athen. Ich unterrichte Griechisch online und freue mich darauf, meine Leidenschaft für die Sprache mit euch zu teilen! ​Wichtig: Das Treffen findet komplett online statt. Der Unterricht findet über WhatsApp statt. Bitte schreibt mir kurz eine Nachricht an meine Nummer 004915234149202, damit ich euch zur Gruppe hinzufügen kann!​ Ich freue mich auf euch! — Dimi

While some are still meeting online, this is an in person event. Please note that we have attendees of all levels of speaking, including some native speakers. All are welcome! Also, as we meet at the same time and place each week, many don’t RSVP on the app, so we will likely have more attendees than noted here. Note: if you are asked to pay and upgrade the Meetup app, this is not necessary. You can ignore this and still attend our meetings. Find us on our [Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EKw86WJCp/?mibextid=wwXIfr).

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

Hey Everyone! Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

Hey Everyone! Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesn’t matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome! If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten. Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.

Hi everyone! I'm looking for people who would like to meet regularly and practice speaking French in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome, from complete beginners to native speakers. The goal is simply to practice, and enjoy good conversations together.

June meetup at the Library. We’ll play games and have casual conversation in Japanese and in English. All levels of Japanese ability, from non-speaker to native, are welcome. After the meetup we will go out to eat at a local restaurant.