What is a Kallah Teacher?Â
A kallah teacher provides essential education on Taharas Hamishpacha (family purity laws), fostering a deep understanding of the mitzvos related to marriage. She also offers emotional support, guidance on building a strong and respectful relationship, and insight into maintaining a meaningful Jewish home. Beyond the technical aspects, a kallah teacher helps a bride approach marriage with confidence, understanding, and a strong foundation in Jewish values.
How much does it generally cost?
A kallah teacher can charge anywhere from $800-$3,000, depending on community standards. Although it seems like a lot of money, bear in mind that when you break it down by hour, it can be less than you pay a cleaning lady. You cannot put a price on the hours of support pre and post marriage that a kallah teacher provides to you.
How many hours is the entire course?
A substantial kallah course would be minimally 18-20 hours of one on one instruction and include post-wedding follow up as well.
How do I find the right Kallah Teacher for me?
Finding the right kallah teacher is like finding a therapist. Some say it's like starting shidduchim again. I know, that sounds overwhelming!
Unfortunately, there are many unqualified kallah teachers who provide subpar education, harming relationships and creating long lasting damage. There have been too many horror stories and lots of damage control necessary to unlearn and reteach the beauty and holiness of marriage.
Thankfully, Mrs. Rochel Goldbaum built a vetted network of outstanding kallah teachers that are highly- skilled, certified, and supervised. Reach out to rochelgconsult@gmail.com with your location and they will send you a list of local recommendations. They have kallah teachers all over the world and on Zoom. The range of teachers cover the entire spectrum, Chasidish, Litvish, Sefardi, Modern Orthodox, Kiruv, and everything in between. They also have niche teachers for those with unique circumstances, be it mental health, re-marriage, rocky engagements, etc. Do not hesitate to reach out for a phone call to find a suitable match.