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Bsl online buddy?

Lou-izzy

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Lou-izzy Newbie

Lou-izzy

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Hi all, 

I'm new to bsl, and currently completing my level 1 & 2 bsl. I'm enjoying learning new signs everyday, but I don't get any opportunities to use them! 

Would anyone be interested in video calling once/twice a week for an hour to practice signed conversations? 

Thanks! 

Lou

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EstherS Newbie

EstherS

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Hi Lou, I'd be interested in having some sign practice with you if you're still interested. I'm currently available most days while I look for work so let me know what works for you. 

Esther 

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Milena Newbie

Milena

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HI,

If you are still looking for a study buddy, I would be very happy to meet online once or twice a week. I am new to BSL and need all the practice I can get.

Thanks

Eva

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Lead Academy

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That’s a great idea! There are several ways to find a BSL online buddy:

  1. Facebook Groups – Look for groups like BSL Learners UK or BSL Practice Buddies.

  2. Discord Servers – Some communities have BSL practice channels.

  3. Meetup.com – Check for virtual BSL meetups.

  4. BSL Video Chat Apps – Apps like The Limping Chicken (a Deaf news site) sometimes share community meetups.

  5. Deaf and Hard of Hearing Charities – Organizations like Signature or RNID might have buddy programs.

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Tola Newbie

Tola

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On 09/10/2025 at 00:11, vampirexx said:

hey i would be happy to do so,

 

im a bsl student at the moment and could do with the practice myself lol

Have you found anyone to practice with?

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