Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

We teach Indonesian, Balinese, and English. Whether you want to connect with locals, explore Balinese culture, or improve your English for work, we have the right course for you.

Not at all! Our programs are beginner-friendly and also cater to intermediate and advanced learners.

We provide a friendly placement session—all done via Google Form so you can complete it anytime and anywhere.

Yes! From absolute beginners to advanced speakers, our classes adapt to your level and learning goals.

Of course! If a class feels too easy or too challenging, we’ll adjust your level to ensure you feel comfortable.

With regular lessons, most students become comfortable within 3–6 months, especially in daily-life conversations.

We offer personalized, conversation-focused, and practical lessons. Our small groups, self-made materials, and easy-to-follow teaching style make learning fast, fun, and effective.

We are a full school with a team of teachers: structured levels from Beginner (A1) to Advanced, our own books, private and small group classes, three schools in Bali, home visits, and online classes. Students also get free access to the Bahasa Bule practice app, and can play Stellar Quest, our story game for learning Indonesian.

Bahasa Bule is a language school with a team of certified teachers. We run private classes, small group classes with new batches every month, a one month intensive program, kids classes, and company training. All of them follow the same syllabus from Beginner (A1) to Advanced and use our own books.

Yes. The Bahasa Bule app covers all 6 levels of our books with flashcards, quizzes, sentence building and an AI tutor, and it is free for Bahasa Bule students. We also made Stellar Quest, a story game where you talk your way across the Indonesian islands. The first rank is free to play.

Learning Experience

Classes are interactive and practical. Expect conversations, games, cultural tips, roleplays, and project-based activities to make learning natural and enjoyable.

Not always! Some lessons include real-life practice at markets, cafes, or cultural spots, so you learn by living the language.

Yes! We teach formal language for polite situations and casual expressions and slang so you can speak naturally with locals.

Our teachers are patient and encouraging, using fun activities and step-by-step exercises to build confidence.

Definitely! Learning with us includes local habits, gestures, and social tips, helping you connect with the community.

Class Schedules & Structure

We keep our groups small (4–5 students) to give everyone maximum speaking time and personal attention.

Classes are usually 60 minutes, but we can extend sessions depending on your needs.

Yes, we can arrange evening or weekend classes with an extra fee of Rp 150.000 per class.

Yes! Private lessons and Crash Courses are booked by the hour and can be scheduled to fit your availability.

If you notify us more than 24 hours in advance, we can reschedule. If it’s less than 24 hours, we need to charge the session, but we will send you a recorded lesson so you don’t miss out.

Absolutely! Just let us know your goals, and we will create a custom intensive plan for you.

Pricing & Payment

Please contact us via WhatsApp or Instagram, and we’ll send you the latest pricing information.

We do not offer free trials. Instead, we have hourly-based Crash Courses to help you experience our teaching style while focusing on your specific needs.

Your first class is hourly-based, and after that, we offer packages to ensure better commitment and consistent learning.

We accept cash, cards, Qris and bank transfers.

“Yes, within a 10-minute distance from your previous location or a 15-minute our office.”

Yes! Check our promotions page on our website: https://bahasabule.com/promotion/

No refunds are provided. You can pay for a single Crash Course class to start. If you wish to continue, you need to proceed with a package class.

Curriculum & Learning Materials

Yes! Our self-made books and worksheets are simple, practical, and fun, and are included in your package.

Yes, but it’s light and practical—like practicing phrases, short exercises, or small real-life tasks.

Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Achievement upon completing your program.

Online Learning

Yes! You can learn live with a teacher on Zoom, and it’s interactive and engaging, just like in-person classes. We also have self paced online video courses from Beginner to Advanced 2, so you can study on your own schedule from anywhere in the world.

Absolutely! Online classes include live speaking practice, digital materials, and real-time feedback.

Yes! We call this hybrid learning, and many students enjoy the flexibility of both formats.

Special Programs

Our Crash Course is a flexible, hourly-based program for fast and focused learning—perfect for travelers or busy learners.

Yes! Our kids’ and teens’ lessons are creative, fun, and include special learning materials.

Yes, we create custom programs for professionals, companies, and teams.

Yes! We offer language + culture sessions, including cooking classes, market visits, and cultural workshops for a full immersion experience.

Student Support & Community

Yes! We have a community group in Discord, plus audio and video materials, exercises, and tips to help you keep learning between sessions.

Yes! We host member dinners, Independence Day games, field trips, and cultural workshops, making learning both social and fun.

Practical Information

We have three schools in Bali: Berawa in Canggu, Pererenan, and Uluwatu (at BWork Uluwatu). Our teachers also come to your home, villa or office around Canggu, Pererenan, Uluwatu, Ubud and Sanur. Outside Bali, you can join live on Zoom or learn with our online video courses from anywhere in the world.

Simply WhatsApp, email, or register via our website, and our friendly team will assist you.

Just yourself, a smile, and a notebook—all other materials are provided.

Yes! Many students learn Indonesian & Balinese together, or English alongside Indonesian. However, each language requires a separate package.