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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 (Level I)

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Learn the basics of the language or brush up on rusty skills. This class is for beginner students or students who may have taken French in the past but have been out of practice. Textbook required: French, A Self-Teaching Guide by Suzanne Herschfield-Haims, supplemented by hand-outs. Chapters 1-5 will be covered in French I. Please note that some levels may also supplement lessons with a reader. Students will be told on the first day...

(1070) Beginner 18 and older
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$290

10 sessions

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Beginner’s Conversational French

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Learn the basics of the language or brush up on rusty skills. This class is for beginner students or students who may have taken French in the past but have been out of practice. Chapters 1-5 will be covered in French I. Please note that some levels may also supplement lessons with a reader. Students will be told on the first day of class if their section requires one. Topics include: Alphabet, pronunciation, introduction Verbs AVOIR and Être,...

(1070) Beginner 18 and older
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$290

10 sessions

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French A1 Beginner Level 2 Part 2

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

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 and use 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’ll be able to express, as well...

(13) Beginner 17 and older
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$599

10 sessions

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French A2 Advanced Beginner Level 4 - Regular

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

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 18 and older
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$599

20 sessions

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Summer Teen Immersion: Advanced 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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$385

5 sessions

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French Classes for Minimes (Grades 2-5) - Intermediate: 301-304

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

FIAF’s Minimes program sends your child on a journey in French with Felix, Lila and their friends from Zig Zag, méthode de français. Small classes with strict safety guidelines are offered in person at FIAF to meet the needs of parents and children. Our dynamic approach promotes attention and reflection among young students through group and individual activities. Children sing songs, participate in educational games and interact in French...

(13) Intermediate 7 - 11 years old
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$449

10 sessions

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Summer Immersion: Intermediate Level 203 (Ages 11-14)

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 11 - 14 years old
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$385

5 sessions

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Summer Immersion: Intermediate Level 204 (Ages 11-14)

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 11 - 14 years old
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$385

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Kids Beginner French Level 1.2 (Grades 2 to 5)

Learn French BK @ 33 Nassau Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Beginner Class Level 1.2 builds upon the knowledge gained in Level 1.1. Children must complete level 1.1 in order to enroll or at least 1 year of French. Children will learn to: Expressing tastes, needs, and emotions and showing possession. Count up to 20 Describe daily activities, the family, and pets Describe someone physically in detail, parts of the body Ask and give directions and addresses Vocabulary and expressions relating to their...

(1) Beginner 7 - 10 years old
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$540

18 sessions

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Kids Beginner French Level 1.1 (Grades 2 to 5)

Learn French BK @ 33 Nassau Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This is a French discovery class for children who have no knowledge of French. The fundamentals are presented through a variety of fun listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities. We'll cover key French vocabulary, and pronunciation and plus learn key questions and answers, and ways to understand easy interactions. Children will learn to: Introduce themselves and identify objects, actions, and how to interact in the classroom in...

(1) Beginner 7 - 10 years old
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$420

14 sessions

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Kids Beginner French Level 1.3 (Grades 2 to 5)

Learn French BK @ 33 Nassau Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Beginner Class Level 1.3 builds upon the knowledge gained in Level 1.2. Children must complete level 1.2 in order to enroll or do a placement test. In this course, children will learn to: Ask and tell the date and time Describe a place, the weather, and clothes Describe a future action Communicate the date, months, and seasons Communicate everyday routines and actions like waking up, dressing, etc. Count 20 to 60 Grammar: verb to go, to...

(1) Beginner 7 - 10 years old
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$420

14 sessions

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Adult Beginner French Level 1

Learn French BK @ 33 Nassau Ave, Brooklyn, NY

By the end of this course, you will have a handle on “être” (to be) and “avoir” (to have), essential verbs, negation, question and answer phrasing, an introduction to the future tense plus simple introductions and personal descriptions. Example: “Hi my name’s Stella. I live in Brooklyn and I like bagels. I have a small dog and I play the piano.” Who Should Attend: A French-language newbie with little or no French or foreign language...

(1) Beginner 18 and older
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$390

8 sessions

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Beginning French for Adults - Summer Intensive

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

Make French your summer resolution in this fun, immersive class! At the end of this intensive four-week program, you will be able to talk about your habits and hobbies, chat about more than just the weather, discuss your favorite French foods, and more, all en français!  Textbook provided.

Beginner 18 and older
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$420

8 sessions

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French: Language & Cultural Immersion

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

An intro to cultural immersion via language, art, music, food, and history. Learning a new language is one of the great gifts you can give yourself, but the pleasure doesn’t just come from reading a textbook—it comes from immersing yourself in a culture where the language lives and evolves in the real world. Join us for an introductory course in which your native Spanish-speaking instructor will approach grammar and conversation via food, art,...

(1070) All levels 18 and older
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$350

10 sessions

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Summer Teen Immersion: Native Speakers (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) All levels 14 - 17 years old
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$580

10 sessions

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French and the City for Beginners

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

Karaoke night, dinner at a French restaurant, pétanque in Central Park... learning French will be extra fun this spring! Our brand new French and the City course for beginners approaches language learning in a novel way. The course takes French beyond the classroom, not only teaching you the language, but giving you the real-life conversation practice you need to start speaking with confidence. Combining a mix of language lessons, citywide field...

(13) Beginner 18 and older
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$649

12 sessions

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French Blended Learning - Beginner A1 Level 1

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

This course is specially designed to give you greater flexibility in when, where, and how you learn French. It is ideal for students who want to make progress on their French quickly but have limited amount of time to commit to attending class. The blended learning method combines the advantages of face-to-face instruction with the convenience of online activities, providing students the best of both worlds. Once a week, for 90 minutes, you’ll...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$599

10 sessions

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Summer Immersion: Advanced Level 301 & 302 (Ages 11-14)

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) Advanced 11 - 14 years old
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$580

10 sessions

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Summer Immersion: Advanced Level 303 & 304 (Ages 11-14)

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) Advanced 11 - 14 years old
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$580

10 sessions

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Summer Immersion: Advanced Level 304 (Ages 11-14)

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) All levels 11 - 14 years old
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$385

5 sessions

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