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Learn the basics of the French language and culture in NYC with classes that cover vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and conversational skills.

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French Trial Class: Intermediate Level

Learn French BK

Learn French Brooklyn trial classes eliminate the risk of expanding your education. Enjoy a fun, accessible academic French Language Class with one of our premiere teachers, meet our staff, and immerse yourself in all the classes, workshops, events, and meetups we offer. The cost of the trial class is deducted from the price of any future group or private class semester. The $10 fee is non-refundable.

(1) Intermediate 18 and older
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French: Beginner Concepts & Conversation

Learn Language Hoboken

This is for beginners who are completely new or relatively new in the target language and want an introduction to the language.

Beginner 21 and older
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Beginning French 1 with Émile Hernandez

Science, Language & Arts Int’l School

Parlez-vous français? This adult course is ideal for beginners and false beginners to learn the basics of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the language.  Each week, the class focuses on a different practical use of the language through fun, immersive lessons.

Beginner 18 and older
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Private French Lessons

ABC Languages

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the French language with personalized lessons tailored to your unique learning goals. Experience the joy of learning French with expert instructors at ABC Languages. Expand your horizons and embark on a language journey like no other.

(384) All levels 18 and older

Conversation Courante - French for Adults

French Language Salon @ Online, New York, NY

This stimulating class teaches you to use the future tense. Also, because we introduce modern French idioms and essentials of French grammar, you learn to speak spontaneously. Each session of Conversation Courante is packed with fresh topics, so you’re guaranteed to build vocabulary, master new phrases, and become far more confident in your ability to speak easily, naturally and spontaneously en Français.

(6) Intermediate 18 and older
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$395

10 sessions

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Beginning French 2 with Marie-Hélène Brabant

Science, Language & Arts Int’l School

Parlez-vous français? This course is ideal for those who may have some basic fluency in French but who could use a boost in their grammar and for those who feel ready to advance from Beginning French with Marie-Hélène Brabant.  Students expand upon the basics of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French. Each week, the class focuses on a different practical use of the language through fun, immersive lessons. By the end of the...

Beginner 18 and older
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Intermediate Conversational French w/ Emilie Hernandez

Science, Language & Arts Int’l School @ 9 Hanover Pl, Brooklyn, NY

This course is like stepping into a café with friends. Students talk about their environment, current events, and comment on short texts and newspaper articles to deepen and strengthen their knowledge of French grammar and vocabulary.  Learn with conversation-driven discussions and hear language as it is spoken in social settings Students in this course master a wide variety of French idioms, complex sentence structures, and verb tenses through...

Intermediate 18 and older
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$473

10 sessions

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French Conversation Practice (High Beginner)

ABC Languages @ Manhattan, New York, NY

Get ready to practice your conversational French skills with fellow learners in an informal setting. Join our pop-up classes and discuss current events and daily life, all while speaking in the present tense. Sign up now and let's speak French!

(384) Beginner 16 and older
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Speak Chic: Learn French (Beginner)

Esaie Couture Design School @ 38 W 32nd St, New York, NY

Parlez-vous Français? Join us for this one-session, 1 1/2 hour crash course, as our native French instructor will be teaching conversational French, proper pronunciation and the ins-and-outs of the language. You can register for this one-session class over and over, as our instructor will use a new theme each week (i.e. Travel Phrases, Fashion and Clothing, Culture, Songs/Poetry or Romance, etc.) to make the lessons fun and relatable and the...

(334) Beginner 18 and older
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Summer Teen Immersion: Beginner (Grades 9-12)

French Institute Alliance Française @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Jumpstart your teen’s French learning with Summer Immersion Classes! Small classes with strict safety guidelines are offered in person at FIAF to meet the needs of parents and children. Our multidisciplinary approach encourages interactions in French with role playing everyday tasks to awaken teens’ interest and imaginations. FIAF’s Summer Immersion Classes focus on developing oral communication, including both listening comprehension and...

(13) Beginner 14 - 17 years old
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$385

5 sessions

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Summer Immersion: Intermediate Level 203 (Ages 15-17)

French Institute Alliance Française @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Give your teen a head start in French during our two-week summer immersion classes. Under the guidance of expert, native-speaking teachers, students boost their language skills while exploring French culture. Our proven immersion method is the perfect way to prepare your teen for the SAT II or AP French tests! In small classes that ensure one-on-one interaction with their teachers, teens build their French speaking, listening, reading, and writing...

(13) Intermediate 15 - 17 years old
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$385

5 sessions

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Summer Teen Immersion: Intermediate (Grades 9-12)

French Institute Alliance Française @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Jumpstart your teen’s French learning with Summer Immersion Classes! Small classes with strict safety guidelines are offered in person at FIAF to meet the needs of parents and children. Our multidisciplinary approach encourages interactions in French with role playing everyday tasks to awaken teens’ interest and imaginations. FIAF’s Summer Immersion Classes focus on developing oral communication, including both listening comprehension and...

(13) Intermediate 14 - 17 years old
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$385

5 sessions

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Summer Immersion: Beginner Level 102 (Ages 15-17)

French Institute Alliance Française @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Give your teen a head start in French during our two-week summer immersion classes. Under the guidance of expert, native-speaking teachers, students boost their language skills while exploring French culture. Our proven immersion method is the perfect way to prepare your teen for the SAT II or AP French tests! In small classes that ensure one-on-one interaction with their teachers, teens build their French speaking, listening, reading, and writing...

(13) Beginner 15 - 17 years old
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$385

5 sessions

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Summer Teen Immersion: Advanced (Grades 6-8)

French Institute Alliance Française @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Jumpstart your teen’s French learning with Summer Immersion Classes! Small classes with strict safety guidelines are offered in person at FIAF to meet the needs of parents and children. Our multidisciplinary approach encourages interactions in French with role playing everyday tasks to awaken teens’ interest and imaginations. FIAF’s Summer Immersion Classes focus on developing oral communication, including both listening comprehension and...

(13) Advanced 11 - 14 years old
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$580

10 sessions

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Summer Teen Immersion: Intermediate (Grades 6-8)

French Institute Alliance Française @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Jumpstart your teen’s French learning with Summer Immersion Classes! Small classes with strict safety guidelines are offered in person at FIAF to meet the needs of parents and children. Our multidisciplinary approach encourages interactions in French with role playing everyday tasks to awaken teens’ interest and imaginations. FIAF’s Summer Immersion Classes focus on developing oral communication, including both listening comprehension and...

(13) Intermediate 11 - 14 years old
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$385

5 sessions

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Summer Teen Immersion: Beginner (Grades 6-8)

French Institute Alliance Française @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Jumpstart your teen’s French learning with Summer Immersion Classes! Small classes with strict safety guidelines are offered in person at FIAF to meet the needs of parents and children. Our multidisciplinary approach encourages interactions in French with role playing everyday tasks to awaken teens’ interest and imaginations. FIAF’s Summer Immersion Classes focus on developing oral communication, including both listening comprehension and...

(13) Beginner 11 - 14 years old
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$580

10 sessions

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French A1 Beginner Level 3 Part 2

French Institute Alliance Française @ Virtual Classroom

Speak French from day one and build a solid foundation in the French language! The authentic resources and real world tasks used in this course will introduce you to the structure of an everyday French. You’ll learn to understand and use familiar expressions and very basic phrases in order to interact with others at the beginner’s level. With engaging multimedia activities, texts, and course books, you will learn to express emotions, characterize...

(13) Beginner 18 and older
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$599

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French A1 Beginner Level 4 Part 2

French Institute Alliance Française

In this course, you’ll build your understanding of frequently used sentences and expressions, you’ll reinforce your ability to talk about familiar topics and personal interests, and you’ll learn to better describe your background and immediate environment. Authentic resources and real world tasks will introduce you to the structure and use of French in everyday life. With engaging multimedia activities, texts, and course books, you will learn...

(13) Beginner 17 and older
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Adult Beginner French Level 2

Learn French BK @ 33 Nassau Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Who You Are: ​ A recent graduate of Beginner 1 (from the previous semester); Former Beginner student refreshed with an LFBK refresher workshop or private lesson class pack; or A globetrotter who has lived, studied, and/or worked in a Francophone country with little or no formal French language study ​ What You’ll Learn: ​ Build upon the foundation of Beginner 1 with this course; enhancing competency through understanding of the imperative...

(1) Beginner 15 and older
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$475

11 sessions

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French A1 Beginner Level 1 Part 2

French Institute Alliance Française @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Start speaking French from day one with an immersive introduction to the language, culture, and everyday life in Beginner French Level 101 at the French Institute Alliance Française. Learn to understand and use basic French expressions, ask questions, and talk about your family and daily routines. Discover the French lifestyle and customs while using authentic resources and real-world tasks.

(13) Beginner 17 and older
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$599

10 sessions

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