The Hawaii English Academy

School Introduction

The Hawaii English Academy (THE A) is located in beautiful Waikiki on the Island of Oahu.

Our small, relaxed classes are customized for students over age 30.

Enroll anytime! You may take one class or complete our 12 week comprehensive course.

THE A staff will help you find the right class.

ESL Program Introduction

THE A offers group ESL classes, private lessons, elective classes, special interest seminars, and Hawaiian culture classes.

We offer a Comprehensive English Course. There are 5 levels (True beginner, Beginner, Low intermediate, High Intermediate, and Advanced)

Background Data

• Number of ESL Students: 17- 145
• Average Class Size: 4-7
• Hours per Week: 16 hours per week
• Minimum Age: 16 and above W.E.L.L. 18 fand above for The
• Issue I-20: No
• Housing Options: Apartment
• School Setting:  Urban 

Schedule & Fees

One lesson= 50 minutes

A Course: Basic Course (12 lessons per week, Monday- Thursday)
1 Week $240.00
2 Weeks $480.00
3 Weeks $684.00
4 Weeks $912.00
8 Weeks $1632.00
12 Weeks $2160.00

B Course : Basic Course (12 lessons per week, Monday- Thursday) PLUS Booster Review Lesson (Friday)
1 Week $285.00
2 Weeks $570.00
3 Weeks $729.00
4 Weeks $972.00
8 Weeks $1704.00
12 Weeks $2232.00

C Course: Basic Course (12 lessons per week, Monday- Thursday) PLUS 2 private lessons
1 Week $314.00
2 Weeks $627.00
3 Weeks $802.00
4 Weeks $1069.00
8 Weeks $1874.00
12 Weeks $2455.00



Private lesson $42.00
1 lesson=50 minutes

Beginner Private Lesson $48.00
(Billingual Speaker)


W.E.L.L. (Conversation Lounge)
50-minute lesson: $15.00
10 lesson pass: $120.00 (Must be used within 5 Business days)
15 lesson pass: $150.00 (Must be used within 10 Business days)

Comprehensive Courses A-C include:
*Speaking, Grammar, Listening, Pronunciation
*Textbook is required


Elective classes :$20.00
(1 lesson = 50 minutes)
*Pronunciation
*Speaking
*Listening
*Grammar
*Survival English

Private lesson
1 lesson $42.00
( 1 lesson= 50 minutes)

Beginner Private Lesson
I lesson $48.00
(Instructor is bilingual Speaker)

* All classes, courses, sessions and lessons must be reserved 72 hours in advance
* Payments must be made at time of reservation
* All phone and E-reservations require major credit card and billing info.
* Cancellations must be made 24 hours before class/lesson start time
* All cancellations require a written notice 24 hours before class/lesson start time
* All enrollment fees are non refundable
* Please contact our office for all school policies and restrictions

Special Courses & Features

• English for Business
• Conversation Partner Program
• Public Speaking Courses
• TOEFL Preparation Courses
• One-to-One Instruction / Private Lessons
• Courses for Juniors / Teenagers (12 - 16 yrs old)
• Courses for Children (under 12 years old)
• Online ESL/EFL Courses

Housing/Accommodation Info

THE A works closely with many agencies that help place students in their choice of accomodation.

Contact Info

The Hawaii English Academy
1888 Kalakaua Avenue C309
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815

Tel 808-979-2320
Fax 808-979-2390
Website