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Minty

5 (15 reviews)

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5 (15 reviews)

L530/hr

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Shwmae! From beginner to Distinction-level Cymraeg in 3 years. If I can do it, so can you!

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About Minty

I want to teach Cymraeg now, after learning it myself, because genuinely — this language has changed my life.

Just over three years ago, I was a nervous learner trying to get my head around basic vocab, second-guessing everything I said and wondering whether I’d ever actually be able to have a proper conversation in Cymraeg.

Now I use it every single day.

I work through it. I make friends through it. I laugh through it. I’ve built parts of my life around it. It’s become a massive part of who I am — and, for me, that’s how it should feel. Cymraeg shouldn’t feel like something that belongs in a classroom or in a textbook. It’s ours. Particularly if you’re from Cymru, live here, or have some kind of connection to this place.

Somewhere along the way though, something changed.

I stopped just wanting to learn Cymraeg for myself.

I started wanting other people to feel what I’d felt.

For the last 14 months, I’ve been teaching Cymraeg informally, face-to-face, whilst still dysgu-ing myself. And I think that’s actually really important. I haven’t forgotten what it feels like to be sitting there thinking, “What on earth does that mean?” or knowing exactly what you want to say but your brain refusing to let the words come out of your mouth.

I’ve been building my own hyder — my confidence — at the same time as helping other people build theirs. And now I feel like I’m at a point where I can really make an impact on somebody else’s journey.

Because those little moments are massive.

That moment when you suddenly realise you’ve just had an entire conversation without translating every sentence in your head.

The first time you make somebody laugh in Cymraeg.

The first time somebody speaks to you in Welsh and, instead of panicking, you just… answer them.

Or that brilliant moment when you walk away afterwards thinking:

“Blinkin’ eck… I actually did that.”

I know how intimidating learning a language can be because I was that person very recently. I know the frustration. I know the overthinking. I know what it’s like to be absolutely terrified of getting something wrong, even when you probably knew the answer all along.

But I also know how bloody brilliant it feels when your confidence finally catches up with everything you’ve learned.

And that’s why I want to teach now.

I don’t just want to sit there teaching somebody lists of vocabulary and grammar rules.

Of course, we’ll learn those things — they matter.

But I want to help people use their Cymraeg.

I want people to make mistakes. Have a laugh. Say something completely wrong and laugh about it. Try again. Find their own voice. Stop worrying about sounding “perfect”. Start conversations they never thought they’d be brave enough to have.

And eventually, I want them to get to that point where Cymraeg doesn’t feel like this thing they’re learning anymore.

It just feels like something they can do.

Something that belongs to them.

Because I know what Cymraeg has given me in three years.

And if I can help somebody else feel even a fraction of that?

That would mean an awful lot to me.

About the lesson

Current availability - Wednesday evenings, Friday afternoon/evenings and weekends

I started learning Cymraeg just over 3 years ago, and now I use it every day in my work and everyday life. I know what it takes to go from being a nervous learner starting with “Pwy wyt ti?” to someone who can jump in and out of the language with confidence and without hesitation — and that experience shapes the way I teach.

My lessons are relaxed, practical and built around you. Whether you want to improve your confidence speaking, work through a particular grammar point, practise everyday conversations or start learning Cymraeg from the very beginning, we’ll focus on the things that will actually help you use the language.

I remember exactly what it feels like to be a learner, because I still dysgu Cymraeg myself — and I’ll never stop. That means I’ve got plenty of resources, methods and a whole book of tricks that I’ve picked up along the way, particularly for those moments when something just isn’t clicking!

I tailor each lesson around how you learn, where you’re currently at and where you want your Cymraeg to take you. There’ll be plenty of speaking, plenty of encouragement, and absolutely no pressure to get everything right first time.

Felly, os ’dych chi eisiau sgwrs wythnosol yn Gymraeg, if you’re stumped on one particular part of your taith dysgu (learning journey), or simply want to start your journey with someone who knows exactly what those first steps feel like… I’d love to help.

The goal is simple: to get you actually using your Cymraeg and feeling more confident every time you do.

Edrychaf ymlaen at glywed oddi wrthych yn fuan!
I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Minty =)

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Joanna
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Perfect! I enjoyed very much my 1st session with Minty and i think that Minty is able to provide the sort of informative and enjoyable sessions that I was hoping for.
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Joanna

Perfect! I enjoyed very much my 1st session with Minty and i think that Minty is able to provide the sort of informative and enjoyable sessions that I was hoping for.
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India
- 5
Perfect! My son, 10, just had his first lesson with Minty and he absolutely loved it! Big thumbs up. He tailored the session to what my son enjoys and he he was smiling and engaged all the way through :) We will be booking more!
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India

Perfect! My son, 10, just had his first lesson with Minty and he absolutely loved it! Big thumbs up. He tailored the session to what my son enjoys and he he was smiling and engaged all the way through :) We will be booking more!
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Shane
- 5
Perfect! Minty was very friendly, patient and extremely enthusiastic about teaching and the Welsh language in general.

I decided to learn my native language after years of procrastinating and I am glad I chose Minty. Definitely will be signing up for more lessons.
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Shane

Perfect! Minty was very friendly, patient and extremely enthusiastic about teaching and the Welsh language in general.

I decided to learn my native language after years of procrastinating and I am glad I chose Minty. Definitely will be signing up for more lessons.

Minty's response
Shane was genuinely lovely to deal with. Really friendly, easy to communicate and made the whole exchange feel completely straightforward from start to finish. Everything went smoothly and he was an absolute pleasure to deal with. Look forward to more sessions if i’m lucky enough!
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  Shane was genuinely lovely to deal with. Really friendly, easy to communicate and made the whole exchange feel completely straightforward from start to finish. Everything went smoothly and he was an absolute pleasure to deal with. Look forward to more sessions if i’m lucky enough!
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Bronwyn
- 5
Perfect! Minty was warm, friendly, super passionate, enthusiastic, very patient & encouraging. I cannot wait to continue my welsh journey with minty as a tutor & would HIGHLY recommend him
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Bronwyn

Perfect! Minty was warm, friendly, super passionate, enthusiastic, very patient & encouraging. I cannot wait to continue my welsh journey with minty as a tutor & would HIGHLY recommend him

Minty's response
Diolch yn fawr am dy amser Bronwyn, wir yn mwynhau y bore 'ma really enjoyed this morning.

Over the next 1–3 months, we’ll build on the Cymraeg you already have and focus on getting you using it more naturally and confidently in everyday life. We’ll strengthen key patterns, grow your vocabulary and practise real conversations that reflect life in Blaenau Gwent, so you can feel more comfortable speaking Cymraeg with your partner, in the community and alongside your in-person courses.
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  Diolch yn fawr am dy amser Bronwyn, wir yn mwynhau y bore 'ma really enjoyed this morning.
  
  Over the next 1–3 months, we’ll build on the Cymraeg you already have and focus on getting you using it more naturally and confidently in everyday life. We’ll strengthen key patterns, grow your vocabulary and practise real conversations that reflect life in Blaenau Gwent, so you can feel more comfortable speaking Cymraeg with your partner, in the community and alongside your in-person courses.
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Anthony

I go to a Welsh book club run by Minty. He is extremely knowledgeable, personable and engaging. I would definitely recommend him for one to one tuition. You will not regret it.
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Anthony
I go to a Welsh book club run by Minty. He is extremely knowledgeable, personable and engaging. I would definitely recommend him for one to one tuition. You will not regret it.
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Samantha

Minty gave me the confidence I needed to speak Cymraeg with other learners and I honestly don't think I would still be learning Cymraeg without his support and encouragement.
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Samantha
Minty gave me the confidence I needed to speak Cymraeg with other learners and I honestly don't think I would still be learning Cymraeg without his support and encouragement.
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John

Minty is my tutor in Clwb Cymraeg in Ebbw Vale and also the Clwb Darllen in Book Bocs in Ebbw Vale. He has boundless enthusiasm and a knack for finding ways to explain how the language is constructed. Welsh makes more sense with Minty!
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John
Minty is my tutor in Clwb Cymraeg in Ebbw Vale and also the Clwb Darllen in Book Bocs in Ebbw Vale. He has boundless enthusiasm and a knack for finding ways to explain how the language is constructed. Welsh makes more sense with Minty!
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Susan

Minty is an excellent tutor. He recognises the differing needs of his students and adapts his teaching approaches to reflect that. He provides us with really useful, well thought out resources to develop our skills.
Minty’s sessions are always lively and fun and this ensures everyone is engaged and enjoying their learning.
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Susan
Minty is an excellent tutor. He recognises the differing needs of his students and adapts his teaching approaches to reflect that. He provides us with really useful, well thought out resources to develop our skills.
Minty’s sessions are always lively and fun and this ensures everyone is engaged and enjoying their learning.
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Deborah

Hi there, Minty is such a good teacher, he's friendly, approachable and very good at explaining things which as a learner I just couldn't understand. He works so hard to help people with the Welsh language no problem is too big or small. He makes things fun, while you're learning, which in my opinion helps you learn. If you enjoy what you're doing, you are more likely to want to do it. I would definitely recommend him.
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Deborah
Hi there, Minty is such a good teacher, he's friendly, approachable and very good at explaining things which as a learner I just couldn't understand. He works so hard to help people with the Welsh language no problem is too big or small. He makes things fun, while you're learning, which in my opinion helps you learn. If you enjoy what you're doing, you are more likely to want to do it. I would definitely recommend him.
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Sharon

I know Minty from attending Welsh conversation classes in a local community cafe. Minty is an inspiration, having only learned Welsh himself in recent years. He has a fun approach to teaching Welsh, using real life scenarios to help his students.

He is full of enthusiasm, energy and zest for the Welsh language and this is demonstrated in his classes. I look forward to attending these classes as often as possible.
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Sharon
I know Minty from attending Welsh conversation classes in a local community cafe. Minty is an inspiration, having only learned Welsh himself in recent years. He has a fun approach to teaching Welsh, using real life scenarios to help his students.

He is full of enthusiasm, energy and zest for the Welsh language and this is demonstrated in his classes. I look forward to attending these classes as often as possible.
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Rob

Minty is a very understanding tutor, he is very helpful with all his students whether they are just learning or have been learning for a while. He has helped me a lot and does put a lot of work into producing information sheets for his students.
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Rob
Minty is a very understanding tutor, he is very helpful with all his students whether they are just learning or have been learning for a while. He has helped me a lot and does put a lot of work into producing information sheets for his students.
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Gareth

Daniel is a fantastic Welsh tutor! Lessons are always clear, fun, and tailored to my level. I feel much more confident speaking Cymraeg thanks to their patience and great teaching style. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn Welsh
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Gareth
Daniel is a fantastic Welsh tutor! Lessons are always clear, fun, and tailored to my level. I feel much more confident speaking Cymraeg thanks to their patience and great teaching style. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn Welsh
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Phillip

Minty is an inspiration. He is very professional, has plenty of patience and really knows his subject.
I met Minty at a group he is running. I started having one to one sessions with Minty.
Minty went through the course book word for word with me to ensure I knew the subject.
I would definitely recommend Minty if you intend to learn Welsh
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Phillip
Minty is an inspiration. He is very professional, has plenty of patience and really knows his subject.
I met Minty at a group he is running. I started having one to one sessions with Minty.
Minty went through the course book word for word with me to ensure I knew the subject.
I would definitely recommend Minty if you intend to learn Welsh
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Fiona

Oh wow!!! Didn’t know that, Minty… da iawn and Diolch. Your classes at Noson Tyleri are fantastic and great fun too… I have definitely learnt a lot and begun to adolygu much of the Mynediad 1 first year…

To anyone who would like to know a bit more about choosing Minty in any Welsh capability, I can say he is a superb recommend when learning and using the Welsh language - a generous person too, making anyone proud to be Welsh or who wish they were!!! Here is my positive take:

Minty is passionate about Cymraeg and the historical foundation and uniqueness of the language. This is evident in the way his enthusiasm and energy spill over into Noson Tyleri, where over a paned and bisgedi, our lesson comes alive and the language becomes real. I have loved the evenings I have attended and find Minty encouraging and supportive. Mentoring us all to “go for it” Amdani and do our best, be brave, and embrace what we know, however little… Noson Tyleri is a safe place to learn and have a siarad, and Minty is the reason. That and some lovely locals of Cymtyleri and its neighborhoods are of different abilities, but I feel comfortable here, and there is always a warm Croeso… I live over and down in Cwmbran… I wish I lived closer as the traffic from there to Noson is “ofnadwy.” That said, it’s worth the drive for sure. Diolch yn Fawr, Minty, your mentorship is inspiring. Fiona Church
aka Ffion from Dosbarth Mynediad 1… Croesyceiliog adult learning centre via DysguCymraeg.
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Fiona
Oh wow!!! Didn’t know that, Minty… da iawn and Diolch. Your classes at Noson Tyleri are fantastic and great fun too… I have definitely learnt a lot and begun to adolygu much of the Mynediad 1 first year…

To anyone who would like to know a bit more about choosing Minty in any Welsh capability, I can say he is a superb recommend when learning and using the Welsh language - a generous person too, making anyone proud to be Welsh or who wish they were!!! Here is my positive take:

Minty is passionate about Cymraeg and the historical foundation and uniqueness of the language. This is evident in the way his enthusiasm and energy spill over into Noson Tyleri, where over a paned and bisgedi, our lesson comes alive and the language becomes real. I have loved the evenings I have attended and find Minty encouraging and supportive. Mentoring us all to “go for it” Amdani and do our best, be brave, and embrace what we know, however little… Noson Tyleri is a safe place to learn and have a siarad, and Minty is the reason. That and some lovely locals of Cymtyleri and its neighborhoods are of different abilities, but I feel comfortable here, and there is always a warm Croeso… I live over and down in Cwmbran… I wish I lived closer as the traffic from there to Noson is “ofnadwy.” That said, it’s worth the drive for sure. Diolch yn Fawr, Minty, your mentorship is inspiring. Fiona Church
aka Ffion from Dosbarth Mynediad 1… Croesyceiliog adult learning centre via DysguCymraeg.
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Abigail

Minty is a great teacher with lots of patience and explains everything so simply! He makes lessons very fun and I look forward to them every week!
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Abigail
Minty is a great teacher with lots of patience and explains everything so simply! He makes lessons very fun and I look forward to them every week!
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10h: L5,303

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The first free lesson with Minty will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

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L398/h

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My hourly rate includes all teaching materials, worksheets, resources and lesson preparation — there are no extra charges for these. There is a cheaper rate if you'd prefer online sessions as I will not need to travel.

I’ll also tailor materials to your level, interests and goals, whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to build confidence using Cymraeg in everyday life. The price you see is the price you pay for the lesson.

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Shwmae! From beginner to Distinction-level Cymraeg in 3 years. If I can do it, so can you!

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