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Firsthand Ulpan is a private, professional, and affordable Ulpan in Haifa, Israel, which was established and is led by Tomer Talmor.  Firsthand Ulpan offers a unique hands-on approach to learning Hebrew, which involves reading, writing, and conversation including Israeli slang – all through Israeli culture.

About The Ulpan

Having the experience of over ten years of teaching Hebrew, and through the experience of being a student for languages – Tomer developed a unique method for teaching and learning Hebrew. Through a special balance of grammar and vocabulary, Firsthand Ulpan provides students with the ability to read, write, understand and speak Hebrew within a fairly short time.

After 2,000 years, Hebrew is now a living language that is alive through its speakers and Israeli culture. Therefore, in Firsthand Ulpan, Hebrew is taught with close connection to Israeli culture – Israeli songs, comedy videos, newspapers, books, and more – because if you want to know Hebrew, we believe you need to learn it firsthand. 

— About Tomer

Tomer Talmor completed his B.A, Magna cum laude, at the Tel-Aviv University, studying History and Literature, and his M.A at the Hebrew University, studying History. His love for languages led him to study Latin and Italian during his B.A and M.A, and these days he invests his efforts learning classical Arabic.

Through years of teaching Hebrew and learning languages, Tomer developed a unique and highly effective method to learn Hebrew – a method that will help you gain confidence in reading, speaking, writing, and understanding – in a fairly short time. Tomer is currently also lecturing and giving courses of Hebrew at the Technion.

Tomer has been teaching Hebrew for many years; he started in a private Ulpan in Tel-Aviv in 2010 and when he moved to Jerusalem for his Master’s degree, he began working as a Hebrew teacher in the Masa program teaching various groups of foreign students. In addition to his experience in instructing groups, Tomer has also been teaching Hebrew to private students since 2010.

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Mark E. Fuller
Mark E. Fuller
As an Oleh Hadash, I think enough of Tomer's Firsthand Ulpan to pay for it out of my own pocket rather than go to one of the courses I can attend using public funds. The small classes, structured focus, and quality of the instructor have allowed me to learn and progress rapidly.
Aline Muff
Aline Muff
This is the best ulpan I had so far. The courses are organized and structured very well and Tomer is an excellent teacher - you notice that he has a lot of experience. His courses have really boosted my Hebrew, I definitely recommend it!
Sam Troyer
Sam Troyer
Firsthand Ulpan is a really great way to learn and improve on so many skills for Hebrew learning. You learn so much vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation skills in the classes. The instructor is super patient and accommodating to students' individual needs, and you really learn a lot more than you expect to. Very casual and comfortable atmosphere, yet the content is very high quality and professional. Would recommend for anyone looking to learn Hebrew or improve on existing skills!
Svetlana Volodarets
Svetlana Volodarets
I attend a Firsthand Ulpan that hold by Tomer at Technion. I highly recommend this ulpan if you want to talk in Hebrew fluently. I've started Hebrew with Tomer for 7 months, and now I can speak Hebrew in many situations without fear.
 Benjamin Cohen
Benjamin Cohen
I’m an intermediate/advanced Hebrew student. Tomer is a great teacher, excellent pedagogy and great content. My speaking skills, as much as my reading skills, are improving week after week. I truly recommend!
Betty
Betty
I'm very impressed with Firsthand Ulpan. I am in the intermediate level and amazed at how much I've learned so far. The classes are structured carefully and move at a brisk but manageable pace. My group is small and comfortable. I've made some new friends and we help each other learn. Tomer is an effective teacher, ensures time for questions and cares about the success of his students. He is professional but makes the class interesting and fun. I highly recommend this Ulpan. 👍👍
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