Starting Monday, the 15th of September
Why are these tenses so hard? Have you ever wondered about when to use 'I have been working' vs 'I've worked' or what the real difference is between 'I did it' and 'I've done it'?
You're not alone! These are some of the most confusing parts of English grammar. But the good news is that it doesn't have to stay confusing.
Our free, friendly, and practical mini challenge will help you build real confidence with these three important tenses - so you can stop feeling nervous when you speak.
We'll look at the relationship between the tenses and how sometimes they're similar to each other and sometimes different. You'll learn how to use the three most confusing tenses - past simple, present perfect, and present perfect continuous - in a way that finally makes sense.
Fits around your life
Each lesson is short and focused - something you can do while you're having a coffee.
Very clear explanations
You'll understand the tenses by seeing how they all connect, not just as separate rules.
Scientific techniques
We'll use memory techniques that help you remember what you've learned - even if you think you have a bad memory.
A short, clear video lesson each day
Interactive grammar exercises to practise what you've learned
Printable PDFs of every lesson
Ask questions inside the challenge and our teachers will answer
Real clarity on past simple, present perfect, and present perfect continuous so you'll know when to use each one, and why
My name is Seonaid and I've been helping students from all over the world feel more confident about English for more than twenty years.
I'm a British native speaker with a Master's from Cambridge in English and Linguistics and I love finding simple, practical ways to explain grammar so that it finally makes sense. If you're ready to feel good about tenses - without stress - I'd be delighted to welcome you into the challenge.
It's completely free
We start together on Monday, the 15th of September 2025
One lesson per day for 5 days
It will take you around 15-20 minutes and you can do it any time
You can join from anywhere in the world
You can keep all the materials forever
Really understand the past simple, present perfect and present perfect continuous
Starts on Monday, the 15th of September
One short lesson per day for five days
We start together on Monday, 15th September. You'll receive one email per day with your lesson and exercises.
Most learners spend about 15-20 minutes per day. You can do the lessons whenever you want.
Yes - there's no payment to join the 5-day mini challenge.
It's best for B1-B2 learners who want to feel more confident using the past simple, present perfect and present perfect continuous.
A short video, interactive exercises, and a printable PDF. You can also ask questions inside the challenge.
Yes - you can download and keep the PDFs, and you'll still be able to do the lessons after the challenge.
There are no live lessons. Everything is pre-recorded so you can learn at your own speed.