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Magnus Gautestad

Magnus knows from personal experience that becoming a confident learner isn't always straightforward.

Growing up, he was more interested in skateboarding than school. He struggled to maintain attention in traditional learning environments and often felt overwhelmed by information without a clear sense of how to apply it. Even when attending language schools himself, he sometimes found it difficult to stay focused and turn what he was learning into practical skills.

That began to change in his twenties, when he discovered the power of effective learning strategies, meaningful goals, and consistent habits. By changing how he approached learning, he developed a genuine love of it—and discovered how much progress becomes possible when you know how to direct your attention and practise deliberately.

Before founding Norwegian Speaking Lessons, Magnus taught hundreds of guitar students, developing a practical, encouraging approach to helping people master complex skills. After training as a Norwegian teacher and teaching international students at an online language school, he saw an opportunity to create something more personal and effective.

He founded NSL around a simple conviction: confidence grows through meaningful practice, personal achievement, and the right support.

Today, Magnus develops the school's learning philosophy and personalized practice system. Through the monthly Practice Club workshops, he helps students build sustainable routines, think more clearly about their goals, and develop the confidence to use Norwegian in real situations.

His aim goes beyond language proficiency. He wants students to experience how becoming a more capable, confident learner can open opportunities in their careers, relationships, and everyday lives in Norway.

Morten Toft Jensen

For Morten, learning a language is about much more than understanding words and grammar. It's about connecting with people, discovering new perspectives, and enjoying the experience along the way.

Originally from Haugesund on Norway's west coast, Morten has always been curious about people, culture, and communication. After several years working as a psychiatric nurse, he followed his interest in languages and began studying Korean.

Learning a new language himself gave him a deeper appreciation for the challenges students face. He discovered how important it is to have a teacher who combines clear explanations with patience, encouragement, and a sense of humor—someone who makes it comfortable to try, make mistakes, and keep improving.

Today, Morten brings together his experience working with people, his interest in language structure and grammar, and his own experience as a language learner to help students become more confident Norwegian speakers.

His teaching is friendly, engaging, and practical, while giving students the explanations and feedback they need to understand how Norwegian really works.

At Norwegian Speaking Lessons, Morten helps students turn their knowledge into natural conversation through regular speaking practice, constructive feedback, and meaningful discussions.

He believes that students learn best when they feel supported, enjoy the process, and experience their own progress.

Outside teaching, Morten enjoys playing guitar and following football—two interests that have been part of his life since his teenage years.