Find your typing tutor in Doreen

Understanding touch typing starts with mastering its basic techniques.

• The home row: Keeping your fingers resting on the home row keys (ASDF and JKL;) lets you reach any key efficiently without looking.
• No looking at the keyboard: Looking away from the keyboard forces your fingers to develop the muscle memory that leads to real speed.
• Correct finger assignment: Assigning each finger to its designated keys means your hands always know where to go without conscious thought.
• Accuracy before speed: It is far better to type slowly and correctly than quickly and with errors — speed follows naturally with practice.
• Upright posture and wrist position: Good posture — back straight, elbows at roughly 90 degrees, wrists floating above the keyboard — protects against repetitive strain.

A private tutor can help you build these habits correctly from the very first lesson.

A private typing lesson in Doreen costs approximately $25/h.

Several factors influence the price:

• The level of study and specific goals (speed, accuracy, professional typing)
• The instructor's credentials and track record with students
• The number of hours booked in advance
• The lesson format (online, at your home, or at the tutor's)

Online typing lessons are often more affordable while remaining just as effective.

Getting started with self-study touch typing is easier than most people expect — the key is following a clear plan.

• Begin with home row keys: Mastering the home row first gives you a stable foundation to build from as you expand to the full keyboard.
• Practise little and often: Aim for short daily sessions — your fingers and brain absorb the patterns best through regular repetition rather than marathon practice.
• Resist the urge to look down: Deliberately training yourself not to look at your hands is uncomfortable at first, but it is the most important habit to build.
• Track your progress with typing tests: Typing tests every few days help you see real progress and identify specific weaknesses to address in upcoming practice.

With regular practice, most learners reach a comfortable typing speed within two to three months.

In Doreen, typing tutors average 5/5 stars.

This score comes from 6 authentic student evaluations.

Check the reviews to select the instructor who best fits your learning style and goals.