Accent Reduction Classes in Washington DC
Personalized 1-on-1 online accent reduction classes designed for non-native business professionals across Washington, DC. Whether you’re navigating high-stakes meetings on Capitol Hill or networking at events around Dupont Circle, I’ll help you speak with clarity and confidence in every setting.
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Enhanced Clarity
Improved Fluency and Rhythm
Increased Confidence
Have you experienced
pronunciation frustrations?
No one should be excluded because of their accent. I believe you should be judged based on what you say, not how you sound.
Your Accent is Beautiful
Accents showcase your multilingual abilities and cultural roots. However, if your accent is making it hard for others to understand you in both your professional and personal life, accent reduction might be the solution. When you speak with an accent, people often struggle to understand you, leading to frustration and a loss of confidence.
You want to fit in, be heard, and get ahead, but your accent is holding you back.
With our accent reduction training, you’ll improve your American accent and learn to speak clearly. Our 1:1 training is customized and interactive, using time-tested methods to help you achieve your goals.
Think of this not as replacing your natural accent, but as adding an essential skill to your communication toolbox. You will be able to translate who you are in your native language more effectively into English language.
What You’ll Experience:
Guided Practice
Once you start practicing, you’ll start hearing the difference within the first couple of sessions.
Hearing the Difference
Once you hear the difference in how you sound, the others will start responding to you differently and with that, your confidence will grow.
Growing Confidence
Once you feel more confident, you’ll express yourself more clearly and effectively.
Speaking Clearly
Once you start speaking more clearly, you will open up to better professional opportunities and deeper personal connections.
The 3 Steps That Make All the Difference
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Schedule a FREE Consultation
We will discuss your accent and speaking goals, and recommend how many lessons you need to get your neutralize your accent.
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Personalizing the Plan
We will work on the sounds you need to relearn in order to neutralize your accent or pronunciation in your weekly 1-hour sessions.
3
Become a Confident Speaker!
Use the pronunciation skills from your accent training sessions to become the confident speaker you were meant to be.
“Transformative experience”
— María Gonzalez, Urban Planner, Arlington
“Confidence soared after these sessions!”
— Luis Martinez, Healthcare Consultant, Silver Spring
“Essential for effective communication growth!”
— Camila Ramirez, Policy Analyst, Alexandria
Hi, I'm Nikola.
I’ve dedicated my career to helping non-native English speakers like you gain confidence and clarity by mastering American accent, rhythm, and intonation.
I know the challenges of not sounding the way you’d like — and the frustration that follows.
My parents are 1st generation immigrants and English is not their first language. They often faced misunderstandings, frustration, and even embarrassment simply because of how they sounded.
It made them feel like outsiders, like they didn’t belong. They had to work twice as hard to prove themselves professionally compared to their native English-speaking colleagues.
Seeing their challenges inspired me to become an English teacher, specializing in helping people sound more native-like and lose their foreign accents.
My mission? To help you overcome the barrier of your accent in just 12 weeks.
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I’ve worked with over 6,700 non-native speakers—including C-Level Executives, Scrum Masters, Entrepreneurs, Founders, and Actors—to design a program that fits busy schedules and delivers transformative results.
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Nikola’s accent reduction training was just what I was looking for as an urban planner. His personalized approach allowed me to refine my speech and enhance my communication skills. I now feel much more confident when presenting projects and interacting with diverse communities across the vibrant landscape of Washington, DC.
María Gonzalez, Urban Planner, Arlington
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Nikola’s accent reduction classes were a game changer for me as a healthcare consultant. His tailored methods helped me improve my clarity and communication. I now approach meetings and patient interactions with renewed confidence, ready to engage with the multicultural environment of Washington, DC.
Luis Martinez, Healthcare Consultant, Silver Spring
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Nikola’s accent training was invaluable for my work as a policy analyst. His individualized approach helped me refine my speech and boost my communication skills. Now, I feel empowered to engage effectively in discussions and presentations across Washington, DC’s diverse political landscape.
Camila Ramirez, Policy Analyst, Alexandria
What You Get From The Intonetic Method
Personalized Accent Evaluation
Tailored Practice Blueprint
On-the-Go Audio Training
12 One-on-One Accent Coaching Sessions
Final Transformation Review
Conversational Style Sessions
AI Tongue Twister Prompts
Weekly Accountability Voice Check-ins
Are We a Good Fit?
We’re a great fit if…
However, you’re probably not a good fit yet if…
You deserve to be heard, to belong, and to move forward in life and career without your accent holding you back.
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We proudly serve Washington Metropolitan Area
This is what my students wanted to know
before signing up with me
Where are you located in Washington DC?
While I am not physically located in Washington DC, I proudly serve Washington metropolitan area through our exclusively online classes. This setup offers flexible scheduling, ideal for time-strapped students working in the city’s fast-paced environment, and provides a comfortable and supportive one-on-one environment.
Who are accent reduction classes for?
My classes are designed for students looking to improve their communication skills for business, public speaking, presentations, social situations, and acting. If your accent is causing limitations in these areas, learning General American can help you navigate settings where global and multilingual audiences are common.
How long does it take to change your accent?
This varies from case to case. Each student is unique, with different sounds to work on. While English comprises 44 distinct sounds, most students need to focus on about 8-12 key sounds to achieve a significantly improved accent. Progress depends on your current and desired proficiency levels, the amount of practice you put in outside of lessons, and your natural affinity for this kind of work.
Does it matter where I am from? Do you have experience training people who speak my language?
It doesn’t matter where you’re from; our training is designed to help you regardless of your background. The language or regional dialect you grew up with may determine the specific sounds you are struggling with, but I tailor our lessons to suit your individual needs. I’ve worked with clients from almost all continents and major languages, helping them achieve their goals.
Are online accent reduction classes as effective as in-person sessions?
Yes, online accent reduction classes are just as effective as in-person sessions. With the use of video conferencing tools, you receive real-time feedback, personalized instruction, and the flexibility to learn from the comfort of your own home.
Do you teach accents/dialects aside from General American?
While specific dialects may be necessary for performers or those wanting to blend into a particular environment, most people benefit from a standardized, neutral American accent. That’s why I focus exclusively on General American.
What is the cost of accent reduction classes in Washington?
You can find detailed pricing information on my Pricing page, so please check it out on this link.