ASL Learning Resources
Updated July 2, 2026
My ASL Journey
Growing up, I got interested in learning American Sign Language and I purchased a book. Back then, I learned the alphabet and a few basic signs, but not much else. Fast forward to today, becoming deaf and experiencing the complete loss of my voice, gaining fluency in ASL has become a much more urgent need for communication and socializing. Throughout my ASL learning experience, I have used a number of resources to learn this difficult language. An essential part of the mindset shift is transitioning from an oral, auditory language to a visual one.
Below are a few of the resources that are available out there. It’s not an all-encompassing list, but maybe it’ll be enough to get you started.
ASL Pinnacle - Jason Gervase
https://aslpinnacle.com/
https://www.instagram.com/aslpinnacle
https://www.tiktok.com/@jasegervase
https://www.facebook.com/aslpinnacle
Jason founded ASL Pinnacle to provide ASL learning in a supportive environment. He also provides tutoring sessions and workshops with specific concept focus to expand on the lessons. In addition, Jason posts a bunch of free content revolving around ASL concepts on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.
The ASL Arizona Total Immersion Program
https://www.aslaztotalimmersion.com/
Without a doubt, the single most effective method of improving your ASL skills (or any language for that matter) is total immersion. AZTI was an incredible experience. It is designed for all levels of signers, and there is a no-voice rule for the entire week, even away from classes. This environment forces you to adapt and understand how to communicate and interact in the world without using your voice. During this week, I saw my own receptivity and signing skills improve dramatically throughout the classes, workshops, and extra-curricular activities. If you are serious about improving your ASL skills, this program would be my highest recommendation.
Lifeprint.com/ASLU - Dr. Bill Vicars
https://lifeprint.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@sign-language
If self-learning and instruction are more your speed, Dr. Bill Vicars hosts and posts a ton of free content on his website and on YouTube, as part of his ASL University program. He has massive experience and knowledge in ASL education and in the expression and advocacy of Deaf culture.
Lingvano
Continuing the self-paced learning structure, Lingvano provides a convenient learning experience on the web and phone apps. You can start with a few lessons for free, then pay for more advanced learning. These are small, bite-sized lessons that can be done in 10-15 minutes per day. I’ve found that everyday practice will increase your retention and fluency dramatically. Lingvano also provides the option to view yourself signing the lessons and dialogue. I highly recommend that you not only watch and learn, but you also sign everything yourself. Fluency begins by doing it yourself, making mistakes, and learning from them.
Bob Rumball Foundation for the Deaf
In addition to a wide range of ASL courses (virtual and in-person), Bob Rumball provides numerous services for the Deaf community. They provide the only long term care facility in Canada for the Deaf, Deaf camp for children, and a plethora of other services from infants to adults and seniors.
Sign Duo
Ryan and Ellen vlog about navigating life as a Deaf and Hearing couple. When I began to really dive into ASL, I watched their videos to improve my receptivity and to learn a little more about Deaf culture. They are engaging, honest, and heartfelt.
The Daily Moth
As I’ve gained fluency in both receptivity and signing, I’ve looked for more resources to help me with continual learning and improvement. The Daily Moth is a long-running independent journalism service that delivers US and world news in ASL. The host, Alex Abenchuchan, covers top stories and Deaf topics daily during the week.
More Online and Printed Resources
American Sign Language Dictionary, 3rd Edition - Martin L.A. Sternberg
ASLCORE - RIT/NTID - Sarah Cannon, Miriam Lerner, and Sarah Schneckenburger
Signing Savvy - Marta Belsky, Brenda Cartwright, John Miller, Brian Winn, Jillian Winn
DawnSignPress - DawnSignPress creates, develops, and publishes quality American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf culture-related videos and books.