Portuguese Immersion Experience
Explore iconic places in São Paulo while practicing Portuguese in real-life situations,
alongside an experienced teacher.
The Portuguese Immersion Experience is an exciting new way to learn Portuguese.
Instead of being stuck in a classroom, you learn in the real world — where the language really happens.
You’ll explore iconic places in São Paulo while actively using Portuguese in real-life situations, alongside an experienced teacher.
It’s a mix of exploration and learning, designed to immerse you in both the Portuguese language and Brazilian culture.
Who Is It For?
Portuguese Immersion Experience is great for:
- Portuguese learners visiting São Paulo who want language, culture, and local experiences in one.
- Expats living in Brazil who want more confidence in everyday Portuguese.
- Portuguese students tired of classroom learning who want something more dynamic.
You don’t need perfect Portuguese or full confidence to join, each experience is adapted to your level, and I’ll guide you every step of the way. Just bring curiosity and an open mind.
The Experience Flow
Prepare — Warm-up
Three days before the experience, I send you a PDF with audio via WhatsApp, covering the essential vocabulary. This helps you arrive feeling confident and prepared.
Experience — Immersion in action
This is where language meets real life. You’ll interact with me, engage with the environment, and take on small missions designed to get you speaking naturally in Portuguese.
Deepen — Go Further
Within 48 hours, I’ll send you personalized follow-up materials via WhatsApp to help you go deeper into the topic, including grammar, vocabulary, and handpicked resources such as articles, videos, and more.
What Are Missions?
A mission is a small guided challenge designed to help you use Portuguese confidently in real life.
Don’t worry, I’ll be by your side every step of the way. Examples of missions:
- Follow instructions in Portuguese.
- Order something and respond naturally.
- Read a sign and explain what it means.
- Ask a staff member a quick question.
- Use a self-checkout machine.
- Describe what’s happening around you.
Missions make every experience exciting, fun, and truly memorable.
Experiences
Each experience is built around a specific theme and a real-life objective.
Most take place in carefully handpicked iconic spots across São Paulo, chosen for their atmosphere, cultural value, and learning potential.
1 - Eating Out And Ordering Food
We’ll explore an inviting and colorful food court in São Paulo that offers a wide variety of Brazilian food stalls and dining options.
Together, we’ll decode menus, understand different types of service, and navigate real interactions. You’ll discover surprising Brazilian food habits and see how locals actually order, choose, and customize their meals.
Along the way, you’ll have the option to order something if you’d like — using real Portuguese in a real situation (food and drinks are not included).
2 - Shopping
You’ll visit one of the most iconic malls in São Paulo, where language, culture, and everyday life come together.
As we move through the space, you’ll explore displays, read signs, and build Build confidence using Portuguese while shopping. — including different ways to ask “How much is it?”
And of course, you’ll understand why Brazilians love malls so much.
3 - Getting Around
Learn how to move around São Paulo with confidence while exploring iconic spots in the historic city center.
As we walk through streets rich in architecture, stories, and surprising local curiosities, we’ll practice asking for directions, understanding street signs, navigating the area, and using the metro like a local.
This experience will definitely put your listening skills to the test!
4 - Brazilian Bakery
This is one of the things that most surprises foreigners in São Paulo.
Many bakeries here are more than places to buy bread — they are a mix of bakery, snack bar, café, restaurant, pastry shop, and even convenience store.
It may seem chaotic at first, but everything is surprisingly well organized. These all-in-one food hubs are part of the city’s everyday life and full of social interaction.
Beyond learning bakery-specific vocabulary, I’ll also show you some fascinating curiosities about this unique and beloved place.
In my opinion, this is one of the most enjoyable experiences you can join!
5 - Art, Culture, And Entertainment
Step into one of my favorite places in the city — a space I return to again and again.
You’ll visit one of São Paulo’s most creative environments, where different forms of art come together: dance, music, theatre, cinema, and exhibitions.
As we walk through this vibrant space, you’ll see people rehearsing choreography, playing instruments, and more.
It’s a dynamic, living environment — full of energy and expression.
6 - Leisure, And Outdoor Life
Did you know São Paulo is home to over 100 public parks? They’re true oases in the middle of the concrete jungle.
They’re perfect for relaxing, exercising, or simply enjoying being outside. It’s a completely different side of the city. And among all these parks, there’s one that’s lively, full of leisure options, highly social.
You’ll practice Portuguese in a vibrant setting, connect with the city’s outdoor culture, and experience a side of São Paulo many visitors never truly see.
One More Detail Before You Book
Each experience lasts around 1 hour and 20 minutes and is offered as a private session for one participant.
Pricing is per person, with special rates available for two people booking together, such as friends or couples.
When two people join, the experience is extended by 40 minutes, ensuring dedicated speaking time and personalized guidance for each person.
Missions are adapted in real time to each participant’s level.
Meet Your Teacher
Olá, I’m Ricardo Filgueira!
I’m from São Luís (Maranhão) and have been living in São Paulo since 2015. I’ve been teaching Portuguese since 2002, when I lived in Geneva, Switzerland.
I hold a degree in Modern Languages, I’m a specialist in Portuguese Language, a specialist in Distance Education and an Instructional Designer. I speak English, French, and I’m currently learning German.
When I’m not teaching or creating content, you’ll probably find me reading, working out or skateboarding.
Get to know more about me and my teaching style on my YouTube channel 
Frequently Asked Questions
All experiences are suitable for learners from basic to advanced, with each experience adapted to your level and confidence.
You’re ready if you already know some basic Portuguese and can use it in simple everyday situations. For example, if you can:
- Talk a little about yourself.
- Ask simple questions.
- Understand basic conversations.
- Describe past experiences in simple terms.
- Talk about your daily routine.
You don’t need perfect grammar or fluent speaking. The experience is designed to help you grow from where you are.
If you’re not at this level yet, I recommend joining my program Speak Portuguese Now first to build your foundation.
That depends on your goals, interests, and how long you’ll be in São Paulo.
For most learners, I recommend starting with the more practical everyday experiences first, then moving into the more cultural and social ones.
A natural progression would be:
Order Food → Shopping → Getting Around → Brazilian Bakery → Art, Culture & Entertainment → Leisure & Outdoor Life
This flow helps you build confidence step by step — starting with essential real-life situations, then expanding into richer cultural experiences and more spontaneous conversation.
Experiences are ideally booked at least 3 days in advance. Once payment is confirmed, I’ll send you the available time slots so you can choose what works best for you.
Message me on WhatsApp.
Experiences run Monday to Saturday, with two available start times: 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Once your booking is confirmed, I’ll send you the meeting point and all the details you need.
If your experience takes place outdoors, you’ll have two options:
- Reschedule for another day (subject to availability)
- Cancel and receive a full refund
Absolutely. Many participants choose to book multiple experiences to explore different parts of São Paulo and practice Portuguese in a variety of real-life situations.
Yes! You get a 10% discount from the 3rd experience onwards.
Yes, cancellations or rescheduling requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
Unfortunately, bookings cannot be cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice.
Payment can be made via PayPal, Wise, or Pix (if you have a Brazilian bank account).
Just get in touch via WhatsApp and I’ll send you all the payment instructions.
Founding Offer
As one of the first participants of the Portuguese Immersion Experience, you get a special launch price.
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Pre-Experience PDF + Audio
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Iconic São Paulo Locations
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Adapted To Your Level
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Practice Portuguese In Real Life
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Personalized Follow-Up Materials
