Arianna is an excellent Italian teacher. She is patient, kind, and exceptionally knowledgeable. She explains grammar with clarity and precision in both Italian and English, and she’s especially good at making tricky points feel approachable. Just as valuable, she consistently highlights the subtle cultural and conversational differences that shape how Italian is actually spoken in everyday life, which has helped me communicate more naturally and with greater confidence. Equally important, Arianna brings a warm, upbeat presence to every lesson. She has a great sense of humor, is genuinely enjoyable to talk with, and creates a relaxed, encouraging environment that makes learning easier and far less intimidating. Her lessons are flexible: her pace meets my needs. I have made steady progress without feeling rushed. Arianna is also highly accommodating with scheduling. She offers flexible lesson times, communicates clearly, and works smoothly with students overseas across different time zones. That reliability and professionalism make it easy to maintain consistency, which is one of the most important factors in language learning. I recommend Arianna without hesitation for beginner and intermediate learners. I have not yet reached an advanced level, so I cannot evaluate her advanced instruction ability, but my experience to date has been consistently positive, productive, and enjoyable. I look forward to continuing my studies with her and would confidently encourage others to do the same. Sincerely, Dr. Stephen Padalino Distinguished Professor of Physics State University of New York