English Pronunciation Coaching
– London and online
Get clear, accurate, flexible English pronunciation so that you can express your valuable ideas clearly and confidently.
English pronunciation coaching is for you if:
- English is an additional language for you
- you speak English well but feel less confident about pronunciation
- people ask you to repeat yourself more often than you’d like
- people misunderstand certain words – even when you’re sure you’ve said them clearly
- you think you speak too fast, but trying to remember to slow down doesn’t work
- you avoid certain words or phrases because you find them awkward to pronounce
- you want to improve rhythm and intonation but the explanations you’ve found are too vague or too academic
- the difference between seat and sit (or another pair of words) is a mystery, or…
- you understand the difference between seat and sit (etc) but you can’t confidently produce it in your own speech
- you want people to hear your message first, pronunciation later
- you’ve tried pronunciation training before but it was too generic – you need something that focuses on YOUR needs, not all the sounds of English
- you’ve watched YouTube videos about pronunciation but you don’t know how to implement what you’ve learned
- you need clear structure and guidance around pronunciation rather than ‘hoping for the best’
If you recognise yourself in even one or two of the above, you are definitely not alone.
Ready for clearer, more confident English pronunciation that feels authentically yours, but aren’t sure where or how to start?
Schedule your free, no-obligation 20-minute clarity call to get clear on the path towards your pronunciation goals:
English pronunciation coaching is for you if:
- English is an additional language for you
- you speak English well but feel less confident about pronunciation
- colleagues and friends ask you to repeat yourself more often than you’d like
- people misunderstand certain words or phrases – even when you’re sure you’ve said them clearly
- you think you speak too fast, but trying to slow down doesn’t work
- you avoid certain words or phrases because you find them awkward to pronounce
- you want to improve rhythm and intonation but the explanations you’ve found are either too vague or too academic
- the difference between seat and sit (or another pair of words) is still a mystery, or…
- you understand the difference between seat and sit (for example) but you don’t feel confident about producing these sounds in your own speech
- you want people to focus on your words first, pronunciation later
- you’ve tried pronunciation training before but it was too generic – you need something that focuses on YOUR needs, not all the sounds in English
- you’ve tried pronunciation training before but it was too theoretical
- you’ve watched YouTube videos about pronunciation but you don’t know how to implement what you’ve learned
- you need clear structure and guidance around pronunciation rather than ‘hoping for the best’
If you recognise yourself in even one or two of the above, you are definitely not alone.
Ready for clearer, more confident English pronunciation that feels authentically yours, but aren’t sure where or how to start?
Schedule your free, no-obligation 20-minute Clarity Call on Zoom to get clear on the path towards your pronunciation goals:
What happens in pronunciation coaching?
We start with your objectives.
You might just want to sound as clear as possible in English, or aim for a particular accent framework.
This is a personal choice and however you feel about it is valid – we’ll get clear on this before starting the sessions.
Pronunciation coaching will enable you to:
- accurately pronounce English vowels and consonants that were previously challenging
- apply them to the words and phrases you use most often
- confidently produce these new sounds when they come up spontaneously in everyday conversation
- correct yourself on the spot if appropriate and necessary
- have a sense of ownership and authenticity over your new choices – you will still sound like yourself
- feel confident that you have a reliable pronunciation toolbox to use when you need it!
- get your valuable ideas across clearly and confidently first time in business and social situations
Your individual programme is 100% tailored towards you. Depending on your goals, you may wish to combine pronunciation work with some aspects of voice and speech coaching.
Ready for your personalised road map towards clear, flexible English pronunciation?
We start with your objectives. You might just want to sound as clear as possible in English, or aim for a particular accent framework.
This is a personal choice and however you feel about it is valid. We’ll get clear on this before starting any sessions.
By the end of your training, you’ll be able to:
- accurately pronounce English vowels and consonants that you previously found challenging
- apply these sounds to the words and phrases you use most often
- confidently produce these new sounds when they come up spontaneously in connected speech
- use new rhythm and intonation patterns appropriately and flexibly
- monitor and adjust your own pronunciation as needed
- have a sense of ownership and authenticity over your new choices – you will still sound like yourself
- feel confident that you have a reliable pronunciation toolbox
- know that you can get your valuable ideas across clearly and confidently first time in business and social situations
Ready for your free, personalised road map towards clear, accurate English pronunciation?
Book your free, 20-minute Clarity Call on Zoom
What happens after the clarity call?
I will email you with your personalised mini road map: the steps and learning points I’d recommend to help you reach your goals – whether that means working with me or not!
After that, if we decide to work together further, you may prefer to take a one-off Kick-start session or move straight to the 3-month Successful Speaking programme.
For more information on fees and individual coaching programmes, see FAQs.
I will email you with your personalised mini road map: the steps and learning points I’d recommend to help you reach your goals – whether that means working with me or not!
After that, if we decide to work together further, you may prefer to take a one-off Kick-start session or move straight to the 3-month Successful Speaking programme.
Further questions? Please see FAQs.
Ready to get clear on your journey towards clear, accurate, confident English pronunciation?
Constantine Fry2023-09-04I had the pleasure of working with Sonya Ross as my accent teacher, and I can't speak highly enough of her expertise and dedication. Sonya's approach to teaching was truly exceptional. She took the time to understand my specific accent challenges and tailored personalized programs to address them effectively. Her keen ear and attention to detail allowed her to pinpoint my mispronunciations and work with me patiently to correct them. Sonya's commitment to helping me improve my accent was evident in every session. Her feedback was constructive and actionable, making the learning process both informative and enjoyable. Thanks to her guidance and expertise, I've made significant progress in refining my pronunciation. I wholeheartedly recommend Sonya Ross to anyone seeking to enhance their accent. Her personalized approach, professionalism, and passion for teaching make her an outstanding choice for anyone looking to improve their accent and communication abilities.MIRKA AKBARI2023-08-21Sonya was a fantastic coach to work with! I felt grounded and at ease from the first moment we spoke. Thanks to Sonya I learned useful techniques that are easy to apply in everyday life. I feel more aligned and confident in my speach and when having difficult conversations, which was my main objectives! Now it’s up to me to practise what I learned!Andres Paniagua2023-06-18Sonya helped me with my.pronunciation I can garanty you that there will be and before and after. I feel now.confident when speaking in English and I can prononce much better now thanks to Sonya recomend her without any hesitation.Sharon Burrell2023-04-25Sonya worked with me over a series of weeks to give me more confidence in my speaking voice, making it more comfortable to speak over long periods of time, improving the tone and variety, and making it more reflective of the real me. The sessions have been a great success with colleagues and contacts commenting on the richness of my voice. The breathing and relaxation exercises also have a wide range of benefits beyond just voice work. Thank you Sonya!Gabriella Ferenczi2022-12-07I booked a coaching session with Sonya as I was preparing for a short speech at a charity event. I wanted to make sure that I'd delivered it well. I had insecurities around pronouncing certain words, and around public speaking in general. In a single session, Sonya 'fixed me'. She worked with me patiently, and made me appreciate that my accent was actually not a hindrance at all, it was rather the emphasis and intonation that I had to work on. We practiced and practiced, until I got perfectly confident - all in a single session. I nailed the speech, it was spot on, and I got many compliments afterwards. Thank you, Sonya!Amelie Leroy2022-10-17I've worked with Sonya over the past 3 years to neutralise my accent and it has completely changed my cast-ability as an actor! I love Sonya's personal approach, how she hears every small nuance, her individually tailored worksheets and recordings and keeping a track of improvements - just always prepared to go the extra mile, also with script work and selftapes. I've seen a few voice coaches, but I can truly say that no one compares to Sonya :-)Glen Y2022-10-17We, as a foreign bank operating in the UK , have many expatriates in our team whose native language is not English. Sonya not only assisted them in their pronounciation and voice but also supported them in their social and professional English skills. I attended many courses during my professional career but Sonya’s professional approach and extraordinary dedication to her work is invaluable. We will definitely continue working with her. Thank you for all the assistance and guidance provided. You have created much more confident team. Ziraatbank LondonAlessandro Sacco2022-01-04I've been working with Sonya over the last 15 months and I could not be more satisfied! She is incredibly good in terms of clarity and strategy based on specific requirements. I feel way more confident in terms of pronunciation, quality of my speech, intonation and pace. Highly recommended especially if you work in sales or jobs where you need to speak English on a daily basis!Stefania Barbaglio2022-01-03The best place to work on your language skills- not only if English is your second language but also if you are a native speaker. Sonya is very professional and experienced. Highly recommended!Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 9 reviews
