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Support for startups and small businesses looking to reach their international potential. Native US speakers only.

Comprehensive but straight forward training for companies and individuals working with international partners and investors. Our training is pragmatic yet dynamic and tailored to each companies needs. Building confidence is what we do.

20

Years on the market

2 156+

Trained students

76

Years of experience combined

Accelerate your international potential

We offer dynamic, straight-forward communication training by native US speakers, tailored for startups and SMBs working with global partners and investors.

20

Years on the market

2 156+

Trained students

76

Years of experience combined

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Adzika Language Services is a team of six native speakers from North America, operating since 2006. We conduct individual and group classes for managers and professionals, focusing on building confidence in English communication. Each course is designed based on client needs and feedback: practical, effective, and engaging. We have 70+ years of combined experience teaching English worldwide. Adzika Language Services is synonymous with professionalism, flexibility, and a personalized approach that truly improves fluency and confidence in using English at work.

Kevin Martin

Originally from California, he graduated from the University of Massachusetts with a degree in Comparative Literature. He has lived in Russia, Ukraine, and primarily Poland. As the owner of Adzika, he has over 26 years of teaching experience across all levels, specializing in Business English, Skills Training, English for Specific Purposes, and exam preparation including TOEFL and BEC. For more than 15 years, he served as a Cambridge Certified CFE/CAE/CPE Examiner and as an ILEC and IELTS examiner for writing and speaking. He enjoys golf, watching documentaries, and meeting locals during his travels.

Greg Johnson

Originally from Houston, Texas, he has been teaching in Poland for over two years. He holds CELTA and TEFL certificates and a degree in International Studies from the University of St Thomas. His background combines language, cultural awareness, and education. Passionate about teaching, Greg creates lessons that are both supportive and challenging, aiming to make English learning enjoyable and practical. He values the shared enthusiasm for English among his students and strives to help them succeed while showing that learning the language can be both rewarding and useful. Outside of teaching, he enjoys cycling, hiking, and cooking.

Nick Jaffe

Originally from Los Angeles, he has spent the past five years teaching English in Vietnam, China, and now Poland. He holds a history degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and is TEFL and CELTA certified. Nick believes that self-limitation is often the biggest barrier to growth. His teaching focuses on building confidence through real-life, practical language use. Using a modern, context-based approach, he aims to create a comfortable and supportive learning environment. After two years in Poland, he plans to continue teaching here for years to come. A passionate sports fan, he enjoys sharing his love of the NFL with students.

Josie Maes

Originally from Denver, Colorado, began her teaching career in Caracas, Venezuela, where she worked as a bilingual secretary and taught EFL. She moved to Kraków, Poland, in 1990, earning her TEFL certification from International House in 1993 and teaching there for ten years. An entrepreneur, she has run businesses in import-export, telecommunications, and restaurants. With over 20 years of teaching experience, she has instructed students of all ages, including professionals and university professors, achieving 100% success in Cambridge exam preparation. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Polish, and a UNESCO-certified interpreter, she is passionate about empowering learners through language. She is an avid golfer, gardener and lover of animals.

Olivia Olsen

Originally from Seattle, Washington, she holds a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Oregon and a TEFL certificate. Before moving to Poland, she traveled to nearly 40 countries across five continents while working in the performing arts industry. Drawing on her background as a performer and elite athlete, she emphasizes confidence as the key to success. Her lessons are tailored to each student’s goals, interests, and learning style, focusing on practical communication and confidence-building. She teaches students of all ages, enjoys Polish culture, and combines her passions for travel, food, and teaching to create engaging, dynamic lessons.

Zack DiVerde

Originally from San Diego, California, he has been teaching English in Krakow for over four years. A UC Berkeley English graduate and CELTA certified, he enjoys sharing his passion for literature, poetry, and language in a supportive, relaxed classroom. An avid film buff and music lover, Zack often draws inspiration from his interest in culture to make lessons engaging and memorable. He finds teaching deeply rewarding, and takes pride in helping students grow in confidence, fluency, and ability.

Kevin Martin

Originally from California, he graduated from the University of Massachusetts with a degree in Comparative Literature. He has lived in Russia, Ukraine, and primarily Poland. As the owner of Adzika, he has over 26 years of teaching experience across all levels, specializing in Business English, Skills Training, English for Specific Purposes, and exam preparation including TOEFL and BEC. For more than 15 years, he served as a Cambridge Certified CFE/CAE/CPE Examiner and as an ILEC and IELTS examiner for writing and speaking. He enjoys golf, watching documentaries, and meeting locals during his travels.

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Greg Johnson

Originally from Houston, Texas, he has been teaching in Poland for over two years. He holds CELTA and TEFL certificates and a degree in International Studies from the University of St Thomas. His background combines language, cultural awareness, and education. Passionate about teaching, Greg creates lessons that are both supportive and challenging, aiming to make English learning enjoyable and practical. He values the shared enthusiasm for English among his students and strives to help them succeed while showing that learning the language can be both rewarding and useful. Outside of teaching, he enjoys cycling, hiking, and cooking.

Nick Jaffe

Originally from Los Angeles, he has spent the past five years teaching English in Vietnam, China, and now Poland. He holds a history degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and is TEFL and CELTA certified. Nick believes that self-limitation is often the biggest barrier to growth. His teaching focuses on building confidence through real-life, practical language use. Using a modern, context-based approach, he aims to create a comfortable and supportive learning environment. After two years in Poland, he plans to continue teaching here for years to come. A passionate sports fan, he enjoys sharing his love of the NFL with students.

Josie Maes

Originally from Denver, Colorado, began her teaching career in Caracas, Venezuela, where she worked as a bilingual secretary and taught EFL. She moved to Kraków, Poland, in 1990, earning her TEFL certification from International House in 1993 and teaching there for ten years. An entrepreneur, she has run businesses in import-export, telecommunications, and restaurants. With over 20 years of teaching experience, she has instructed students of all ages, including professionals and university professors, achieving 100% success in Cambridge exam preparation. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Polish, and a UNESCO-certified interpreter, she is passionate about empowering learners through language. She is an avid golfer, gardener and lover of animals.

Olivia Olsen

Originally from Seattle, Washington, she holds a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Oregon and a TEFL certificate. Before moving to Poland, she traveled to nearly 40 countries across five continents while working in the performing arts industry. Drawing on her background as a performer and elite athlete, she emphasizes confidence as the key to success. Her lessons are tailored to each student’s goals, interests, and learning style, focusing on practical communication and confidence-building. She teaches students of all ages, enjoys Polish culture, and combines her passions for travel, food, and teaching to create engaging, dynamic lessons.

Zack DiVerde

Originally from San Diego, California, he has been teaching English in Krakow for over four years. A UC Berkeley English graduate and CELTA certified, he enjoys sharing his passion for literature, poetry, and language in a supportive, relaxed classroom. An avid film buff and music lover, Zack often draws inspiration from his interest in culture to make lessons engaging and memorable. He finds teaching deeply rewarding, and takes pride in helping students grow in confidence, fluency, and ability.

Kevin Martin

Pochodzi z Kalifornii, ukończył literaturoznawstwo na Uniwersytecie Massachusetts. Mieszkał w Rosji, na Ukrainie, ale od dłuższego czasu przebywa w Polsce. Właściciel Adzika z ponad 26-letnim doświadczeniem w nauczaniu na wszystkich poziomach, specjalizuje się w angielskim biznesowym, szkoleniach w zakresie określonych umiejętności językowych, w specjalistycznych zastosowaniach języka angielskiego oraz przygotowaniu do egzaminów, w tym TOEFL i BEC. Przez ponad 15 lat pracował jako certyfikowany egzaminator Cambridge CFE/CAE/CPE oraz egzaminator ILEC i IELTS z zakresu pisania i mówienia. Lubi grać w golfa, oglądać filmy dokumentalne i poznawać ludzi w trakcie podróży do nowych miejsc.

Greg Johnson

Pochodzi z Houston w Teksasie, od ponad dwóch lat uczy w Polsce. Posiada certyfikaty CELTA i TEFL oraz dyplom z zakresu International Studies na Uniwersytecie St. Thomas, co pomaga mu być nauczycielem wszechstronnym. Dzięki pasji do nauczania, Greg tworzy lekcje, które zarówno budują pewność siebie, jak i dostarczają wyzwań, a nauka angielskiego jest przyjemna i szybko daje praktyczne korzyści. Ceni entuzjazm swoich uczniów do języka angielskiego i stara się pomóc im odnieść sukces, pokazując jednocześnie, że nauka języka może być zarówno pożyteczna, jak i satysfakcjonująca. Poza pracą  lubi jeździć na rowerze, chodzić po górach  i gotować.

Nick Jaffe

Pochodzi z Los Angeles, przez ostatnie pięć lat uczył angielskiego w Wietnamie, Chinach, a teraz w Polsce. Jest absolwentem historii na Uniwersytecie California Polytechnic, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO),  posiada certyfikaty TEFL i CELTA. Nick uważa, że niewiara we własne możliwości  jest często największą przeszkodą w rozwoju. Jego nauczanie koncentruje się na budowaniu pewności siebie poprzez praktyczne używanie języka w życiu codziennym. Stosując nowoczesne podejście oparte na kontekście, dąży do stworzenia komfortowego i wspierającego środowiska nauki. Dwa lata w Polsce utwierdziły go w przekonaniu, że chce tu kontynuować swoją karierę. Jako zagorzały kibic sportu, z przyjemnością dzieli się z uczniami swoją miłością do NFL.

Josie Maes

Pochodzi z Denver w Kolorado, a swoją karierę nauczycielską rozpoczęła w Caracas w Wenezueli, gdzie pracowała jako dwujęzyczna sekretarka i uczyła języka angielskiego. Przeprowadziła się do Krakowa w 1990 roku, uzyskując certyfikat TEFL w International House w 1993 roku i nauczając tam przez dziesięć lat. Ma doświadczenie jako przedsiębiorczyni, prowadziła firmy z branży importu i eksportu, telekomunikacji i gastronomii. W trakcie 20-letniej pracy na stanowisku lektora języka angielskiego uczyła zarówno dzieci, jak i osoby dorosłe, w tym osoby pracujące w biznesie i profesorów uniwersyteckich, dzięki swojej pasji osiągając 100% sukcesu w  egzaminach Cambridge. Biegle włada językiem angielskim, hiszpańskim i polskim, jest tłumaczką z certyfikatem UNESCO. Jest zapaloną golfistką, ogrodniczką i miłośniczką zwierząt.

Olivia Olsen

Pochodzi z Seattle w stanie Waszyngton, posiada tytuł licencjata z psychologii Uniwersytetu Oregon oraz certyfikat TEFL. Zanim przeprowadziła się do Polski, pracując jako artystka sceniczna odwiedziła prawie 40 krajów na pięciu kontynentach. Czerpiąc ze swojego doświadczenia jako artystki i wyczynowej sportsmenki, podkreśla, że pewność siebie jest kluczem do sukcesu i tę umiejętność buduje w trakcie lekcji. Jej zajęcia są ukierunkowane na cele danego ucznia, uwzględniają jego zainteresowania i styl uczenia się. Uczy ludzi w każdym wieku, ceni polską kulturę i łączy pasje do podróży, jedzenia i nauczania, aby tworzyć angażujące i dynamiczne lekcje.

Zack DiVerde

Pochodzi z San Diego w Kalifornii, od ponad czterech lat uczy języka angielskiego w Krakowie. Absolwent filologii angielskiej na Uniwersytecie Kalifornijskim w Berkeley i posiadacz certyfikatu CELTA, z przyjemnością dzieli się swoją pasją do literatury, poezji i języka we wspierającej, swobodnej atmosferze zajęć. Zack, zapalony kinomaniak i miłośnik muzyki, często czerpie inspirację ze swojego zainteresowania kulturą, aby lekcje były angażujące i niezapomniane. Uważa nauczanie za niezwykle satysfakcjonujące i z dumą pomaga uczniom rozwijać umiejętności, pewność siebie i płynność w mówieniu.

How do native American speakers make a difference?

Natural Fluency

Learn how Americans actually speak in business, not textbook English.

Cultural Context

Understand the idioms, humor, and unwritten rules that non-native speakers often miss.

Confidence

Practice with people who speak, live and breathe English every day.

Network Effect

Build relationships with North American professionals.

Choose your English development program

All programs include native-speaking teachers, personalized materials provided free of charge, and flexible schedules.

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1 500 PLN

✓ 4 weeks of intensive learning

✓ 1st lesson FREE to establish plan of action

✓ Possible skills: assertive speaking, presentations, pitching, negotiations, sales

✓ Individual or small group (max 6) classes

✓ Twice a week

✓ All materials provided

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Choose your focus:

✓ Speaking to partners with confidence

✓ Negotiation techniques

✓ Interviews

✓ Presentation skills

✓ LinkedIn and CV writing

✓ Tailor made topic of your chossing

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6 focused lessons

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✓ Comprehensive 3-6 month program

✓ 1st lesson FREE to establish plan of action

✓ All business skills

✓ Speaking to partners with confidence

✓ Negotiation techniques

✓ Interviews

✓ Presentation skills

✓ LinkedIn and CV writing

✓ Tailor made topic

✓ Weekly 1-on-1 sessions with native speakers

✓ Monthly progress reports

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Your Path to Speaking English Confidently

1.

Free Placement Test

We assess your situation, run a quick SWOT, define clear goals, and shape a personalized program.

2.

Learn and Practice

You learn one-on-one or in small groups, with business lessons tailored to you, delivered online or in your office.

3.

Review and feedback

We review your progress, adjust the goals, and outline the next steps.

Fill out the test, 15 questions, and we will get back to you within 24 hours!

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ADZIKA LANGUAGE SERVICES

Email
info@adzika.pl

Telefon
+48 509 588 768

Address
ul. Gliniana 7/11
30-732 Kraków, Poland

Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 – 18:00
Saturday: By appointment

TIPS FOR LEARNING

*BONUS TIP FOR KIDS*

Every parent wants their kids to learn English. Classes, private and at school, are fine but limited. If the parents speak English, why not do it with kids? Pick a...

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Read tongue twisters out loud.

It is very helpful to improve pronunciation. The point is not to read them quickly, but to read them slowly while focusing on how you shape the words in your...

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Think in English.

Find some time each day where you actively try to THINK in English. I mean, not frantically typing stuff in English butsit back and THINK about what you want to...

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*BONUS TIP FOR KIDS*

Every parent wants their kids to learn English. Classes, private and at school, are fine but limited. If the parents speak English, why not do it with kids? Pick a room at home, an hour a day, or a day a week when you only speak with them in English! They may look at you like you’re crazy for a bit but, if you persist, I can promise they’ll make clear progress.

Read tongue twisters out loud.

It is very helpful to improve pronunciation. The point is not to read them quickly, but to read them slowly while focusing on how you shape the words in your mouth. Any given tongue twister focuses on a particular sound which gives you the opportunity to focus on it in isolation. One of the pleasures of teaching English is to see students’ faces light up when they realize that they have the potential to sound like native speakers by being aware of the phonetic sounds/letters that comprise the sound of any given word.

Think in English.

Find some time each day where you actively try to THINK in English. I mean, not frantically typing stuff in English but sit back and THINK about what you want to say and how you want to say it – for emails, presentations, upcoming meetings, etc . . . This will help you to feel more comfortable when you are then actually doing the tasks themselves.

Use English outside your comfort zone.

Having taught at dozens of offices around Poland, we have come to see a strange phenomenon. Each office seems to have a special room where English is used, and once the people leave the room, they immediately go back to their mother tongue. Most, if not all, of your colleagues are in the same boat as you, so use the opportunity to speak with them in English. It may seem awkward at first, but you’ll get used to it and definitely gain confidence. You do it every day when you have to, right? Plus, it can be fun!

Learn actively rather than passively.

Everyone now seems to watch Netflix with English subtitles or without – which is great but not really that helpful. UNLESS . . . you actively write down some of the words and expressions you hear and then use them yourself! The rule of thumb is that if you use a word 3 times when speaking, it becomes YOURS – meaning part of your active language rather than your passive knowledge.