My name is Sammy Rugnao, though online I also go by the name "Sammy Sensei." Since I was young, I have always had a knack for helping people achieve their goals. As a high school student, I worked as both a dance instructor (tap and ballet, for the curious) as well as a math tutor. I had big plans to go into business management, but my parents told me I would be a teacher one day. I guess the joke was on me., because here I am. At the age of 25, I set out to take the hobby of learning Japanese a bit more seriously. To this end, I began teaching free Japanese classes at my local cafe. This was the start of Sammy Sensei, but little did I know it would alter the course of my life in a cascade of opportunities.

I handmake all of my learning materials using the latest and greatest learning techniques that have developed over the last few years. I also have access to all of the most commonly used textbooks, so if you're interested in learning with a specific program just let me know.

My specialty is younger learners. I have specialized in teaching students as young as 7 years old, all the way up to 70 years old. My techniques are meant to help those who see Japanese as being too difficult break the language down and build a foundation that will last you throughout your entire language learning journey.

Hope to hear from you soon!