Private Philosophy & Classics Mentorship
Who’s it for?
Adults who’ve never had the opportunity for formal philosophy education during and after school
Adults who are interested in philosophy but discouraged by the density/difficulty/overwhelm of texts
Adults searching for a sense of purpose outside of the 9-5, or a unique and valuable hobby
Adults who enjoy consuming philosophy media and want to take their passion a step further with a discussion partner
Anyone who thinks deeply.
What is it?
Our seminars can look like:
Teaching you philosophical writings and doctrines
Informally guiding your understanding/engagement
Mentoring you in formal philosophy writing and discussion
Bringing out and challenging your personal philosophies
Directing your individual learning of philosophy
Providing access to annotated readings to help you interpret old texts
Anything you need it to be.
What does it look like?
A relationship that fits around your life
Fully customisable packages for your schedule and level of commitment
Tailored volume of readings, assignments, and seminars that feel like a natural add-on to your life
Personalised goals that aren’t restricted by formal education pathways and qualifications
Functioning as a unique kind of experience - a private philosophical mentor for those that think deeply.
What will we study?
Whatever interests you the most.
From the following disciplines:
Philosophy of religion
Metaphysics (of mind, ethics, God, etc)
Ethics
Epistemology
Ancient traditions (West and East)
Classical, early-modern, and contemporary philosophy
Pop-philosophy (Stoicism, existentialism, absurdism)
Classics (the Iliad, Odyssey, Aeneid, and tragedies)
If you don’t know, we’ll find out together
Pricing:
£60 per hour
Or, for the more committed (to simplify scheduling and offer bulk discounts):
Bronze package (2 hours a week) ~ £400 per month
Silver package (4 hours a week) ~ £900 per month
Gold package (6 hours a week) ~ £1,300 per month
Platinum package (unlimited) ~ £2,000 per month
Do I need any experience?
No, I’ll meet you where you’re at.
Will it be time-consuming?
Only as much as you’d like it to be!
Do I need to purchase a package?
Not at all. You can schedule ad-hoc lessons at your desired frequency. The packages simplify scheduling and provide bulk discounts.
I’m a student. Can this function as tuition?
This programme is a stand-alone project of mine, and while you can use our discussions in your higher education, I cannot build your syllabus around any specific qualification or course.
FAQ
Starting
To start studying under this mentorship project, or for general enquiries, please contact:
We’ll set up a free consultation meeting to talk about what you need.
Sessions are typically remote. In-person sessions are subject to location restrictions (Central London, zones 1-4)
Let no one delay the study of philosophy while young, nor weary of it when old. For no one is either too young or too old for the health of the soul.
~ Epicurus, Letter to Menoeceus