Claudie is a TEFL-certified English teacher from Cape Town, South Africa, with a degree in Design and Business. She began her teaching journey while working for an international humanitarian NGO, where she contributed to projects in poverty relief, community development, and youth empowerment. Drawing from her creative background and professional experience in communication and client relations, she designs interactive, real-life lessons that encourage students to take ownership of their learning and build confidence in using English. Compassionate and adventurous, Claudie believes in creating a safe and welcoming environment where everyone feels supported. Outside the classroom, she enjoys hiking, camping, water sports, and wildlife conservation, always eager to take on new challenges and explore the world with curiosity and courage.

Julia Mena Dobson is an ELT teacher, teacher trainer, and author. She specializes in Early Years, Young Learners, and Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL). Based in Córdoba, Spain, Julia began her career as a teacher and as a department coordinator for the Early Years before starting her freelance role.

She is a regular conference speaker and international trainer. Julia collaborates with institutions such as NILE and ELT Consultants on British Council Projects across the globe. Additionally, she has created and delivered her own course on teaching CLIL in Primary education to teachers in the UK.

Her background in Fine Art has enabled her to combine her passion for art and teaching in her work. This interest has led to the development of diverse ELT and CLIL materials, including a recently published series of six Arts and Crafts primary CLIL books for Oxford University Press.

Julia’s commitment to the holistic education of young learners comes across in the creation of coursebooks which emphasise creativity, and self-expression whilst ensuring the values of equity, diversity and inclusion.

Mike Shreeve has taught in state schools, language schools and management academies. He has also worked  in a business and professional context as an accountant,  business owner, director of consultancy and training and in HR  The connecting principle  is an interest in people and what makes them tick psychologically speaking . He has his own coaching client base consisting of professionals (accountants and lawyers) , educators and entrepreneurs . His main approach is as a holistic coach recognising each part of our lives  is informed by the other.

Mike is  an EMCC qualified coach who aims to enable his clients to reach deeper levels of wellbeing  and use their own creativity to move forward in their life . He started the Bridge Coaching Partnership with Klaudia to enable her business clients to qualify as coaches.  This  year long programme  has recently been described as  “offering a comprehensive programme of tools, methodologies and teaching methods that give participants a unique perspective on providing high quality and effective coaching and mentoring, enhanced by the opportunity to practice on external clients with real world challenges ” It has a dual purpose of improving the English and people skills of the participants.

Andrea Záhumenská is a true professional and a strong personality with the necessary life insight. Andrea graduated from the Faculty of Natural Sciences at Comenius University in Bratislava, but from there she moved directly to teaching English. In 2020-2022 she extended her qualifications with a Trinity TESOL Diploma and EMCC coaching accreditation. At The Bridge she works as an L&D manager and as a coach and trainer. She specialises in coaching techniques for teachers, emotional intelligence and motivation for both teachers and students.

Anna originates from Kazakhstan, where she spent her formative years. Her unique heritage, being half German, granted her the invaluable gift of fluently speaking the German language. Her unending curiosity about diverse cultures, languages, and cuisines ignites her passion for exploration.
With a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics as her cornerstone, Anna has passionately devoted over five years to the art of teaching English. Her dedication to education continues to flourish. Whether instructing beginners or advanced learners, both young and old, she finds joy in guiding students at all proficiency levels. Anna’s commitment to her profession remains unwavering, as she consistently seeks innovative methods to enrich her students’ learning journeys.
Anna embodies qualities of responsibility, creativity, and effective communication, all rooted in a profound cultural sensitivity. Her expertise extends to a profound understanding of children’s psychology.

Zuzana hails from the charming city of Nitra, Slovakia, where her sense of responsibility and kindness shines through in all she does. A passionate traveler, she finds joy in wandering the world and discovering new places. She keeps her spirit high by spending time with her loved ones, whether it’s at a lively concert or a captivating theatre play—experiences that keep her deeply connected to the world around her. With a genuine love for working with people, Zuzana dedicates herself to opening doors for others, and offering English lessons that inspire and empower her students to explore new languages and opportunities. Her enthusiasm for teaching is contagious, making every interaction a chance to learn, grow, and connect.

Marco is not only a certified English teacher but also brings in 27 years of experience as an international business executive in the B2B sector. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, a diploma in HR Management, and a Master’s degree in Marketing & Sales, he is a certified Mental Coach as well. Beyond the corporate world, Marco is an avid hiker and climber who had the chance to travel far and wide. As an active member of the Italian Alpine Club, the Appalachian Mountain Club, and the Italian Touring Club, he dedicates part of his time to non-profit organizations. His passion for reading spans Italian, English, and French literature. Marco’s exceptional organizational skills and down-to-earth nature make him a valuable asset to any team. In his role as a Business English instructor, his extensive industry experience and knowledge are greatly appreciated by his students. Moreover, his effective communication style and leadership skills contribute to his well-rounded professionalism.