Unlock Your World
Dive into a world of teaching English as a second language, authentic cuisine, and immersive travel tales from China.
Who I Am
I'm Ivan Roberts and having spent six decades living and working in the UK, I have decided to pursue my lifelong passion for adventure in the Far East. I visited China as a tourist several times between 2014 and 2020 but in 2024 I decided to establish my second home in Liaoning Province, Northeast China. This is my base for my teaching and travel adventures.
I teach English as a Foreign Language to students and school teachers in the heartland of China’s industrial Northeast region and I provide lessons for those undertaking the IELTS test. Bespoke or off-the-shelf courses are available depending on individuals' needs.
With a lifelong passion for two-wheeled adventure, I've ridden over 250,000 miles throughout Europe on a motorcycle but, despite early optimism, I no longer harbour any intentions of riding in China. For now at least, travelling in China involves four wheels, train tracks, or wings. When I'm not traveling, teaching English, or engaged in commercial business, I try to learn mandarin and help support local charities.
TEFL and IELTS Teaching
Providing comprehensive English language education, tailored to students' individual needs. Everyone is welcome!
Lessons are delivered face to face of online via VooV meetings and organised according to three levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR) applicable to:
- Beginners
- Intermediates
- Advanced
- Students will learn to speak English the way it is meant to be spoken.
- Students will develop their English vocabulary and language skills.
I also deliver bespoke teaching packages for those intending to sit the IELTS test. All four sections of the test are covered in detail and delivered in person or online.
Travel Adventures
Capturing the essence of cultures and experiences from my journeys.
Steeped in ancient history, diverse culture, breathtaking scenery, and mind-blowing technological advances, China is often described as a "wonderful" place to visit; and indeed it is!
That said, China serves a monumental feast for anyone that takes the time to enjoy it. Of course the Forbidden City, Terracotta Army, and Great Wall are impressive sights to behold, but most will only dream of following the Yangtze River from central China through Wuhan and Nanjing to Shanghai, or the Tibetan Mountains for hundreds of miles through abandoned earthquake-struck native communities, or scale the volcanic walls of Changbai Shan, or explore the extensive network of underground water caves at Benxi. These are all humbling, life-affirming experiences. Not just because of the stunning natural landscapes they exude, but because of the people that live there, their community spirit, sense of national pride, strong family values, culture and traditions, and their infectious love of life.
Get in touch
Phone: 07857 548189 (UK) or +86 131 0412 5783 (China)
E-mail: ivan@ivanrobertsuk.com
WeChat: IvanRobertsUK