Italian Courses – Learn Italian Fast with the 80/20 Method
Italian Courses – Learn Italian Fast with the 80/20 Method
Ciao! I'm Michele Frolla, creator of Intrepid Italian. I help English speakers learn Italian smarter and faster using my 80/20 Method—the vital 20% you'll use 80% of the time in real conversations. Expect short video lessons, practical examples, native audio, printable cheat-sheets, and lifetime access.
Who I Am & Why I Learned Italian
I'm an Australian-Italian language educator and traveller who learned Italian as an adult. My love for the language began with my nonno, who spoke only Italian. As a child, I couldn't communicate with him—so I made a promise to learn the language and honour his memory. That promise led me to study intensively, travel solo to Italy, move to Rome, and eventually create a new way of learning Italian built for clarity, connection, and confidence.
What Is Intrepid Italian?
I created Intrepid Italian, a suite of self-paced, online Italian language courses designed to get you confidently speaking and understanding Italian with the least amount of effort and maximum reward. Whether you're a total beginner, returning learner, or planning a trip to Italy soon, my unique 80/20 method is the best way to learn Italian for travel, culture, and connection.
With over 3,000 students enrolled in Intrepid Italian from around the world, the results speak for themselves. Intrepid Italian is built around the idea that you don't need to learn everything—just the right things. Instead of memorising hundreds of random words and rules, I teach you the top 20% of the language that gets you 80% of the results—my unique teaching method based on the Pareto Principle. You'll learn how to actually speak, listen, and understand Italian in real-life situations—with zero fluff and zero overwhelm.
How My 80/20 Method Works
- 📌Learn the essential grammar, verbs, and phrases used every day
- 🧠Short, focused lessons that help you build daily habits
- 🎧Native pronunciation and natural dialogues
- ✍️Printable worksheets, transcripts, and quizzes
- ⏳100% self-paced learning with lifetime access
Explore All Italian Courses
Choose the course that matches your level and learning goals
Travel-Ready Italian - Learn the basics in 2 weeks
Perfect for upcoming trips to Italy
Intrepid Italian for Travel (Absolute Beginners)
Going to Italy soon? Master the essentials for restaurants, hotels, transport, and polite everyday interactions.
Enroll in Intrepid Italian for Travel →A1-B2 - Your Complete Path to Fluency
Structured courses from beginner to upper intermediate
Intrepid Italian for Beginners (A1)
Build a rock-solid foundation in grammar, verbs, and high-frequency vocabulary so you can understand and be understood.
Yes! Tell me more!Intrepid Italian for Advanced Beginners (A2)
Move beyond tourist phrases to clear, confident communication in daily life.
Yes! Tell me more!Intrepid Italian for Intermediate (B1)
Break through the plateau. Tackle trickier grammar and speak more naturally across real contexts.
Yes! Tell me more!Intrepid Italian for Upper Intermediates (B2)
Reach the turning point where everything clicks—fast conversations make sense, your personality shines, and confidence replaces frustration.
Yes! Tell me more!Intrepid Italian for Confident Conversations
Level up listening comprehension with native dialogues and guided practice so you can finally follow—and join—real conversations.
Yes! Tell me more!30-Day Challenges - Polish your grammar with these grammar-boosting courses
Daily focused lessons to master specific topics
Intrepid Italian 30-Day Tenses Challenge
Daily bite-size lessons that demystify Italian verb tenses—learn when and how to use them with ease.
Yes! Tell me more!Intrepid Italian 30-Day Verbs Challenge
Master the most important verbs through clear patterns, spaced repetition, and real examples so conjugation finally sticks.
Yes! Tell me more!Intrepid Italian 30-Day Pronouns Challenge
Conquer tricky pronouns step-by-step with drills that turn confusion into clarity.
Yes! Tell me more!Intrepid Italian 30-Day Prepositions Challenge
Finally make sense of those small but mighty words that change everything. Learn the rules and patterns that work.
Yes! Tell me more!Intrepid Italian 30-Day Idioms Challenge
Sound expressive and natural with idioms Italians actually use every day—plus cultural insights behind them.
Yes! Tell me more!Intrepid Italian 30-Day Slang Challenge
Go beyond textbook Italian and speak like a local with authentic, everyday expressions.
Yes! Tell me more!✨ What Students Are Saying About Intrepid Italian
Real results from real learners around the world
"Completing the course proved that even a 70-year-old beginner can learn a new language! Michele's warm and enthusiastic teaching style truly makes learning enjoyable and effective."
– Manya, UK
"I was hooked from the first lesson. Michele's method is exactly what I was looking for—and the best way for me to learn!"
– Theresa, USA
"I started with a well-known app, but after a year, I wasn't progressing. Michele's course changed everything. She's found her calling. I'm grateful every day I found this program."
– Kristy, Florida, USA
"I've tried other programs—but Michele's is simply the best. I honestly used EVERYTHING I learned during our trip to Rome."
– Billy, New Jersey, USA
"The course was more useful than the 6-week local class I paid double for. Michele's clear lectures and infectious enthusiasm made all the difference."
– Marla, California, USA
"Michele isn't a native speaker—and that's exactly why she's such a good teacher. She's walked the path we're on."
– Michele, New York, USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Intrepid Italian courses
How long do I keep access?
You get lifetime access—learn at your own pace and revisit anytime.
What's included with each course?
Short video lessons, native audio, transcripts, printable cheat-sheets, and quizzes. The 30-Day Challenges include daily lessons to build consistency.
Which course should I pick first?
Take the free level test to find your ideal starting point. If you're travelling soon, start with Intrepid Italian for Travel.