Introduction to the Netherlands (LIVE WORKSHOPS, ENG)
In this live course, you’ll be introduced to the basics of living in the Netherlands. In three interactive live workshops, we’ll teach you more about Dutch culture, history, society, working & living and politics. We’ll kick off on the 24th of April from 17:30 - 20:30 in B. Amsterdam, B1 Building. Limited spots available. Secure yours today!
In this live course, you’ll be introduced to the basics of living in the Netherlands. In three interactive live workshops, we’ll teach you more about Dutch culture, history, society, working & living and politics. We’ll kick off on the 24th of April from 17:30 - 20:30 in B. Amsterdam, B1 Building. Limited spots available. Secure yours today!
In this live course, you’ll be introduced to the basics of living in the Netherlands. In three interactive live workshops, we’ll teach you more about Dutch culture, history, society, working & living and politics. We’ll kick off on the 24th of April from 17:30 - 20:30 in B. Amsterdam, B1 Building. Limited spots available. Secure yours today!
Make the Netherlands feel like home, wherever you're from
The Netherlands, or as some may say ‘Holland’, is a small country with a significanty inviting living and working climate to people from all over the world. But like any country, it has its own opportunities & challenges, society, culture, politics and working & living climate.
In this live course, you’ll be introduced to the basics of living in the Netherlands. In three interactive live workshops, we’ll teach you more about Dutch culture, history, society, working & living and politics. The workshops will be given in Amsterdam, location and dates will soon be announced. Live in another city? In the near future we aim to give our workshops in other locations throughout the Netherlands. Sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of the page and we’ll let you know once we’re near you!
We start on the 24th of April 2025 in Amsterdam! Read more about times and dates below. Limited spots available, secure yours now! Prefer a different start date/location? Go to our pre-registration form and sign up for updates!
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You will get to know more about how and where Dutch people live, what rights and duties citizens have, what work opportunities there are and how the country is governed. You will also discover how their culture compares to that of the Dutch, giving you valuable insights into how to connect with Dutch people.
This course is divided into three workshops with their own themes and corresponding subjects:
Workshop 1: Country & Mobility (3 hours)
Demography
Geography
Traffic & Commuting
Workshop 2: Life & Society (3 hours)
Living & Working
Rights, Duties & Politics
News & Data
Workshop 3: History & Culture (3 hours)
History
Food
Culture
After completing this course, you will have a better understanding of what living in the Netherlands entails. Whether it's society, culture, politics, or daily life and work, we've got you covered!
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Anyone who comes to the Netherlands to study, work or live and is staying indefinitely, or is considering to stay for longer than initially intended, like:
Partners with a Dutch/EU partner visa
Highly skilled migrants
Entrepreneurs who come to explore business opportunities
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Our workshops come with many benefits to ensure you of a great start:
Engaging & interactive workshops – Learn in a fun, hands-on way
Feel at home, stress-free – Gain confidence in your new surroundings
Integrate with ease – Understand Dutch life & culture better
Connect with fellow expats – Meet like-minded people
Interactive workbook – Useful workbook that invites you to reflect on your learning journey
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Note: Mentioned times are in Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC +2).
Course starting 24th of April 2025 (KING’S DAY SPECIAL SURPRISE)
Country & Mobility: Thursday 24th of April, 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
Life & Society: Thursday 1st of May, 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
History & Culture: Thursday 8th of May 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
King’s Day is a fun-packed national holiday on which the Dutch traditionally celebrate the birthday of the Dutch king. We have a little surprise in store for you when we start on the 24th of April. Don’t miss out!
Course starting 22nd of May 2025
Country & Mobility: Thursday 22nd of May, 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
Life & Society: Thursday 29th of May, 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
History & Culture: Thursday 5th of June 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
Course starting 12th of June 2025
Country & Mobility: Thursday 12th of June, 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
Life & Society: Thursday 19th of June, 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
History & Culture: Thursday 26th of June 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
Course starting 3rd of July 2025 (last one before summer!)
Country & Mobility: Thursday 3rd of July, 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
Life & Society: Thursday 10th of July, 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
History & Culture: Thursday 17th of July 17:30 - 20:30 CEST (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM)
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All the current live courses will be given in the vibrant startup hub B. Amsterdam!
B. Amsterdam is just a 10-minute walk away from metro station Johan Huizingalaan and paid parking is available as well.
Being Europe’s biggest startup hub, B. Amsterdam is a lively and creative village of multiple office complexes where over 2.500 people come together every day.
We’re happy to be hosting our course here, where our guests can follow our course in an intimate setting, while having convenient services nearby, like a bistro for lunch, dinner and drinks and a STACH bakery with local and sustainable foods.
The address:
B. Amsterdam, B1 Building
Johan Huizingalaan 763A
1066 VH, Amsterdam -
The workshops are accompanied by a workbook that has some reflective exercises about the workshop chapters, content and your life in the Netherlands in general.
On the first day of the live workshop we give out the workbooks complimentary, as we save emissions by bringing the workbooks with us. The Dutch way, we suppose. Down to the last penny and microgram of CO2 :).
The workbook contains some warm-up exercises you can prepare before we start. So if you’d like to have the workbook in your hands already, feel free to order it.
You’ll find the supplement on the top of this page. Add it to your purchase and we’ll ship it to your home!
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We also host a networking ‘borrel‘ after each workshop that you can attend for just € 20,-.
The borrel is a fun opportunity to get to know your fellow participants better. We’ll offer some snacks and your first drink is included in the price. Sounds amazing, right?
Tickets for the borrel can be bought here or at the top, where you can add it to your course purchase. Price is per workshop. Order up to three tickets to join the borrel every workshop. Secure your spot today!
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You might be entitled to a personal development budget through your employer or organization. Review the terms and conditions of your budget to see if our program fits your case.
For example, if your budget covers employee well-being or professional development, our course may qualify—especially if you’re an expat still adjusting to life here.
Our course supports mental well-being, integration, and smoother communication in daily and work life.
It’s worth making a case!
Click here to see an example email you can send to your HR department or manager.