Welcome, we are HELTA!
HELTA e.V. is an independent, charitable association of English language professionals. We are an active part of the English language teachers community in and around Hamburg. Our committee of volunteers events organises workshops and conferences on a variety of topics around language teaching. The events are not only informative and help keep you up to date on the latest developments, but also offer a great platform for networking and getting to know others in the community.

We’re an associate of the global language teaching association IATEFL and a part of the network of German teaching associations, inter-ELTA.
Here are some reasons to become a HELTA member:
- Attend HELTA workshop events for free.*
- Attend the training events of all the other German ELTAs for free.*
- Be part of an active network of professionals who are passionate about teaching English.
- Networking opportunities at our social events.
- Continued professional development.
- Option to become a member of IATEFL at a discounted fee of 26 GBP.
*Some events may have a minimal charge for meals provided, etc.
Proud to be a partner of the inter-ELTA network of teaching associations in Germany

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Review: Feierabend-Drama in the Stadtpark
Read about some of the highlights of our last event!
17. April 2023 -
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Native speaker: To be or not to be?
Read this article by Patrick Mustu about native-speakerism at language schools.
4. July 2022 -
Review: The Complete Presenter with Mark Powell
Read this write-up of our workshop event with Mark Powell.
7. June 2022
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Helta is only able to respond to enquiries directly relating to our events or to becoming a member of the association. Helta is not a school or an employment agency for teachers of English