Learn Real-World Kiswahili from Kenyan Teachers

Survival Swahili for Your East African Journey
Planning to study or work in Kenya, Tanzania, or East Africa? Learn the Kiswahili you’ll actually use—taught by native speakers from Kenya who know what you need to succeed

🎓 What Makes this Class Different

Real Language for Real Life

Money and currency exchange
Giving and understanding directions
Market shopping and negotiating
Restaurant ordering and greetings
Transportation essentials
Daily conversation starters

Taught by Authentic Kenyan Teachers You’ll learn from locals who live the language every day—not textbook Swahili, but the words and phrases that help you thrive from day one.

Support Teachers While You Learn Your subscription provides meaningful income to Kenyan educators, earning them more in one hour of teaching than a full day’s salary in their local economy.

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📅 Class Schedule

Weekly Live Classes via Zoom

Every Monday at 8:00 PM Eastern Time

Starting December 1st, 2025
Interactive, conversational format
Small group atmosphere

Can’t Make It Live?
All classes are recorded. Miss a Monday? We’ll send you the recording so you never fall behind. to ensure the success and satisfaction of our clients

💰 Special Introductory Pricing

Limited Time Offer

Two great offers Monthly or Drop-in:

Monthly Subscription: $20/month
All Monday classes included
Access to recordings
Ongoing learning community
(Regular price: $35/month starting February 2026)

Drop-in Single Class: $5/class
Try before you commit
Perfect for busy schedules
(Regular price: $15/class starting February 2026)

🎁 FREE Black Friday Preview Class

Try It Free: November 28, 2025 (Black Friday)
8:00 PM Eastern Time
Experience the class, meet your teacher, and see if this is right for you—no credit card required.

Our Story

👩‍🏫 About the Program

Created by Darleanna McHenry, polyglot educator who has studied 7 languages

She has also = traveled to over 40 countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Darleanna knows firsthand that real language learning happens through authentic communication and cultural connection.

This program is offered by St. Carries Center’s SMART Academy (Science, Math, Art, Reading, Technology) Enrichment Program—dedicated to developing well-rounded learners through diverse educational experiences. Learning a new language doesn’t just prepare you for travel—it develops cognitive flexibility, cultural awareness, and opens doors to global opportunities.

Learn kiswahili with us

🚀 How It Works

Choose Your Option

Select monthly subscription or pay-per-class

Complete Payment

Secure checkout via Stripe (credit/debit card).

Get Your Zoom Link

We’ll email your class link within 24 hours to the email you used at checkout

Join Us Mondays at 8 PM EST

Log into Zoom and start your Kiswahili journey

Ready to Start Learning?

Choose how you want to experience KiSwahili language learning below.

Monthly Subscription – $20/month

All classes + recordings through December 31, 2025

Single Class – $5/class

Try one class at a time

Not Sure Yet?

Try our FREE Black Friday Preview
November 28, 2025 at 8:00 PM EST

Questions?

📧 Email us at smartacademy2025@gmail.com

Classes begin December 1, 2025
By enrolling, you agree to receive class links and updates via email. Class recordings are for enrolled students only and may not be shared or redistributed.

Why Learn Kiswahili?

Real Language for Real Life

Spoken by over 100 million people across East Africa
Official language of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda
Essential for meaningful cultural connection
Opens opportunities for work, study, and travel
Demonstrates respect and commitment to the community
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Karibu! (Welcome!)
We can’t wait to learn together.