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Discover a wide range of French language classes in NYC. From beginner to advanced, these classes offer expert instruction, cultural immersion, and the opportunity to gain fluency and confidence in speaking French.

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French - Total Beginner

ABC Languages See all classes by this school @ 26 Broadway, New York, NY

Discover the joy of learning French from scratch with our engaging and professional teachers. Whether online or in person, our group classes focus on conversation skills, vocabulary, and grammar. Immerse yourself in the language and start your French journey today!

(393) Beginner 18 and older
$480

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French Beginner 3

ABC Languages See all classes by this school @ 26 Broadway, New York, NY

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the French language and take your skills to the next level with our interactive online course. Build upon your strong foundation and master the passé composé in a supportive and conversational environment. Join us and let's embark on this enriching language journey together!

(393) Beginner 17 and older
$480

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French Intermediate 1

ABC Languages See all classes by this school @ 26 Broadway, New York, NY

Refine your French fluency beyond the basics in our dynamic online classes. Master essential tenses and enhance conversational skills in a supportive group environment. Join us and elevate your French proficiency today!

(393) Intermediate 16 and older
$480

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A Petits Pas (Ages 2-3)

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Engage your toddler in a vibrant French language journey filled with interactive games, songs, dance, and arts-and-crafts at a renowned language institute. Watch your child's confidence and fluency in French blossom through engaging activities designed to make learning fun and exciting. Join the adventure and immerse your little one in a dynamic and enriching language experience.

(13) All levels 2 - 3 years old
$209

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Seasoned Intermediate French Level 5

Learn French BK See all classes by this school @ 33 Nassau Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Immerse yourself in the French language and culture with our dynamic course. Develop your French voice and react confidently to any context, from debates to sharing opinions. Take your verbal skills to the next level and become fluent in idioms and cultural references.

(1) Intermediate 18 and older
$395

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High Intermediate French Level 6

Learn French BK See all classes by this school @ 33 Nassau Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Refine your French communication skills to express nuanced ideas and opinions on diverse topics. Engage in lively discussions, challenge perspectives, and project yourself into various scenarios through critical thinking and debate.

(1) Intermediate 15 and older
$395

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French for Cadets (Grades 6-8) - Beginner

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Immerse your child in the world of French with engaging role-playing activities and interactive learning experiences. Develop strong foundational skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing while preparing for the DELF JUNIOR exams. Unlock the potential for your teen to confidently converse, describe, and plan in French!

(13) Beginner 11 - 14 years old
$399

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French for Cadets (Grades 6-8) - Advanced Beginner:

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

In this advanced beginner course at the French Institute Alliance Française, cadets in grades 6-8 will learn to express their needs and feelings, describe their schedule and personality traits, and discuss their home and eating habits. They will also study irregular verbs, as well as the past and future tenses. Expand your French skills and immerse yourself in the language and culture.

(13) Beginner 11 - 14 years old
$399

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French Beginner 2

ABC Languages See all classes by this school @ 26 Broadway, New York, NY

Continue your journey into the French language with this course, designed to build upon your beginner skills. Enhance your vocabulary, grammar, and conversational abilities as you immerse yourself in the beauty of the French language. Elevate your proficiency and confidence in speaking this elegant language.

(393) All levels 17 and older
$480

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Just the Basics: Introduction to French Beginner

Learn French BK See all classes by this school @ 33 Nassau Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Get ready to immerse yourself in the French language and culture with this beginner course. From pronunciation to grammar, you'll learn all the essentials to confidently communicate with native speakers. No prior experience is required!

(1) Beginner 5 and older
$175

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French B1 Intermediate Level 1 (Regular)

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Immerse yourself in the French language and culture with our regular intermediate course. Develop your communication skills and learn to express your ideas and opinions. By the end of the course, you'll be ready to confidently interact with native French speakers and navigate life in a Francophone country.

(13) Intermediate 18 and older
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$599

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French Classes for Benjamins (Grades K-1) - Level 1

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Introduce your K-1 child to French in a fun, engaging environment designed for beginners. With a curriculum centered on imaginative storybooks, children will learn basic vocabulary and simple sentences through activities like songs, crafts, and games. Taught by native French-speaking teachers, this class offers a gentle immersion experience that encourages language development through interactive and creative methods.

(13) All levels 5 - 7 years old
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$449

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French B2 Advanced Level 2 (Regular)

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Advance your French fluency at the B2 level with engaging multimedia activities, texts, and course books. Learn to discuss the impact of technological innovations and the deceptive nature of first impressions. By the end, you'll be able to understand and share complex ideas about daily life and culture in French with confidence.

(13) Advanced 17 and older
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$599

20 sessions

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French B2 Advanced Level 1 (Regular)

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Enhance your fluency in French at the Advanced B2 level with engaging multimedia activities, texts, and course books. Discuss everyday activities, express opinions on current trends, and recount memories. By the end, you'll be able to understand and share complex ideas about daily life and culture in French with confidence.

(13) Advanced 17 and older
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$599

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French B1 Intermediate Level 2 (Regular)

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Reinforce your oral and written communication skills while exploring personal interests in this engaging French course. Learn to express ideas, aspirations, and opinions through multimedia activities, texts, and course books. By the end, you'll confidently navigate Francophone countries and grasp the main points of native conversations, situating discussions in time and space with enriched vocabulary.

(13) Intermediate 18 and older
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$599

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French B1 Intermediate Level 4 (Regular)

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Take your French language skills to the next level and learn to express your opinions, aspirations, and ideas. With engaging multimedia activities and course materials, you'll be prepared to travel or live in a Francophone country and understand conversations with native French speakers. Expand your vocabulary and deepen your cultural understanding in this intermediate-level course.

(13) Intermediate 18 and older
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$599

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French B1 Intermediate Level 3 (Accelerated)

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Gain the skills needed to confidently communicate in French at an intermediate level, expressing your interests, ideas, and opinions. Immerse yourself in engaging multimedia activities, texts, and books to expand your vocabulary and understanding of French culture. Prepare for traveling or living in a Francophone country and conversing with native French speakers.

(13) Intermediate 18 and older
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$599

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French Pronunciation Workshop

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Enhance your spoken French with engaging and dynamic exercises designed to perfect your pronunciation. Dive into tongue twisters, melodic songs, expressive poems, and targeted audio practices, focusing on those tricky consonants and vowels. Each session offers a unique theme, making every workshop a fresh opportunity to refine your linguistic skills. Join us for an immersive and fun-filled learning experience!

(13) All levels 17 and older
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French Blended Learning (Beginner A1 Level 1)

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Experience the best of both worlds with our French Blended Learning course, designed for ultimate flexibility. You'll join immersive weekly classes led by expert native speakers and enhance your learning with interactive online activities. Dive into French culture and language, mastering everyday expressions and phrases while receiving regular feedback and support. Perfect for those eager to learn but short on time!

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$599

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French A2 Advanced Beginner Level 4 (Intensive)

French Institute Alliance Française See all classes by this school @ 22 E 60th St, New York, NY

Immerse yourself in the French language as you learn to express your thoughts, recount memories, and defend causes in everyday conversations. This advanced beginner course combines multimedia activities, authentic resources, and real-world tasks to help you confidently navigate French news, media, commerce, websites, and novels. Take your language skills to the next level and express yourself clearly on increasingly in-depth topics.

(13) Beginner 18 and older
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Reviews for French Classes in NYC

French Classes in NYC are rated 4.4 stars based on 114 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • My husband gave me the lovely gift of conversational French lessons with Eva Rosales. I admit that I felt intimidated because I simply have a very high level of French at school and college and I haven't practiced it for many years. Eva immediately put me at ease while keeping our conversations in French. Eva kept a virtual notebook that we shared so I could refer to all the new material between our classes. Eva engaged me in varied conversations about my life, which is much more useful than most subjects we learn in school. Eva also encouraged me to try new ways of phrasing things. I feel that I have grown in vocabulary, confidence as well as grammar thanks to my sessions with Eva, she has a gift for language and interpersonal relationships.
  • The class was interesting and low stress. The instructor was friendly and patient. She knew just the right moments to drop in with a helpful tip or correction. She also always provided the reason for the correction.
  • Christine is so patient and lovely! Her writing out what is being said is terribly helpful. I would definitely recommend the class
  • I love FIAF!
  • I enjoyed this course, the professor was patient and very helpful. I recommend this class.
  • J'ai commencé mes leçons avec Eva en décembre pour m'aider à pratiquer la conversation. Eva est gentille, intéressante et une bonne professeure! Je trouve qu'elle est facile à parler. Elle crée une leçon basée sur mes intérêts et les domaines que je veux améliorer. Je me sens bien soutenu et mes compétences en français s'améliorent à chaque fois que nous nous croisons. J'ai hâte de continuer nos leçons.
  • Banlieue Cinema

    La lecture était géniale!
  • You learn more in a short time than I expected.
  • Kelsey has been a fantastic teacher! It was a relaxed environment and that really helped me absorb info much faster. Learned very conversational phrases that my French friend was pleasantly surprised when I used some of them on her!
  • AMAZING TEACHER. So lovely.
  • Enjoying the classes, and planning to continue on to level 3 with Coucou at their new location!
  • Trial French Lesson

    Great little introduction to the company.
  • Pia and Hugo are excellent teachers! They always explained everything clearly and took the time to write everything on the blackboard. Enjoyed the classes immensely! Highly recommended.
  • This course was such a pleasure that I looked forward to it each week. I've never had any ability with languages--and was terrified--but this class had me speaking in French right away. The class was small (between 4-6 people each week), which made it very personal. In class we spent time answering questions in French, conversing together, reviewing homework, learning new lessons, and practicing reading comprehension and pronunciation. The instructor, Gregory Rittiner, is smart and funny and an excellent teacher. Il est un professeur merveilleux! Each week he found new ways to get us speaking and practicing what we'd studied, which kept the classes interesting. He supplemented the textbook with additional handouts, including songs and poems, and he made every class lively and fun. There were a lot of laughs. A LOT. But he also challenged us and kept us focussed and on-task. I highly recommend this class and this instructor. J'adore cette classe.
  • xxFrench 201 (A2-Advanced Beginner)

    The instructor was excellent, I really enjoyed course.
  • Trial French Lesson

    This class was the perfect introductory! Linda was so great and I had a very good time. So much so I ended up signing up for the 10 week beginner course. Can't wait to start on Monday!
  • Trial French Lesson

    This class took place on 02/02/2017 and was taught by William. This was a fun class. It seems like a very friendly school and is decorated nicely. I wound up signing up for French 1 with the school and am excited for classes to start.
  • The Beginner French Languguage class through City Speakeasy has been wonderful! All of the people there are super friendly. Gregory, my French teacher is awesome! He is very approachable, entertaining and a great teacher. The class is very interactive and it includes a lot of conversations which help to get you out of your comfort zone. I would recommend City Speakeasy to anyone looking for a French Foreign language class in New York City!!!
  • I took beginner French at City Speakeasy and Loved it! The class ran at the right speed, I had some fun people in my class who are now my friends, and the absent packet kept me caught up for the 2 classes I had to miss to work.
  • French Intermediate: Refreshingly Unique Lessons

    had a great time, met cool people, and learned a bunch.
  • Trial French Lesson

    Fun group, lessons were more immersive than other classes I've taken
  • Fun class
  • Went really slow
  • French Essentials for Travelers

    Terrific class for beginners or reinforcement of basic skills.
  • Sign up through coucou's website!
  • French Beginner 1

    faboulous! The teacher, Christelle, is wonderful: enthusiastic, helpful, supportive, etc. I knew no French when I started and after 7 classes I now write a little in French and even speak some as well.

Discover the Best French Classes in NYC

Over 120,000,000 people are estimated to be learning French today. This Romance language has attracted so many people in part because it’s so widely used. French was used by the aristocracy in the 12th and 13th centuries, which gave it a refined image, encouraging Europeans to learn the language. France’s time as a colonial power also contributed to its spread. As a result, it’s now the official language of 29 countries and spoken in many more. 

Written forms of French date back to the 9th century and the language has evolved into different forms, like Classical French and Modern French, its current form. French has Latin roots, which has made it a common second language among speakers of other Romance languages like Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese. Many English speakers also turn to French as a second language, because French and English share many words and a similar grammar structure, which makes it a more familiar language to them than others. 

New York City is home to over 80,000 French speakers. As a result, New Yorkers have plenty of opportunities to take French classes and interact with NYC’s French community and culture. 

Why You Should Learn French in NYC

Learning a new language benefits your brain. When studying a new language, you must focus heavily on vocabulary and grammar, especially if the language is entirely different from your first language. This challenges your brain and can improve your memory. As you learn the language, you’ll also learn to make contextual connections with vocabulary and grammar. 

Adults have larger vocabularies and a better understanding of how to study than children, giving them an advantage when it comes to language learning. Learning a new language can be intimidating, but the benefits it provides can’t be overstated. It’s been found that knowing a second language might slow the development of dimension in older adults. It will also improve your decision-making skills, problem-solving, and confidence. 

French is one of the most used languages on the internet and was ranked the fifth most spoken language in the world. If you learn French, you’ll be able to communicate with many more people than you were previously able to. This can be useful when traveling or in a professional work setting. 

​​You can get started on reaping the mental and social benefits of learning the language by taking an in-person French class in New York City. 

In-Person French Classes & Schools in NYC

In-person French classes are offered across New York City. In an in-person French class, you’ll learn from a fluent instructor. If you’re new to the language, you can sign-up for a beginner-level class. These classes typically introduce you to basic words and phrases and will introduce you to some important grammar rules, like gendered nouns. If you have a prior learning experience with French, there are intermediate and advanced-level classes you can take. 

Learn French BK, located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, offers French classes for learners within a range of skill levels. If you have no prior experience with French, sign-up for their beginner-level French class. This class will teach you introductory words and phrases and encourages you to work on your pronunciation, something many French learners struggle with. You’ll also work on your confidence in speaking a foreign language in this class. 

After you’ve taken the first beginner-level French course at Learn French BK, you can advance to their class, Beginner-ish French. This class is still a beginner-level course, but it focuses more heavily on grammar. Previous French learners who are a little rusty can jump right into this class. 

If you’re looking for an advanced-level French class in NYC, Learn French BK also hosts an advanced-level conversational French class. To take this class you need to be fluent or near fluent in French. You’ll interact with spoken, written, formal, and informal French as you ensure your understanding of a range of vocabulary and sentence structures. This class is ideal if you’re looking to relocate to a francophone country. 

Practicing a new language can be nerve-wracking. Many people learning a new language are embarrassed to speak it in front of others for fear of saying something wrong or incorrectly. If this is a fear of yours, you can sign-up for private French lessons through ABC Languages. Your lesson will be customized to your skill level, needs, and goals. These lessons can be taken in-person or online. 

There are also classes in NYC that you can enroll your child in so that they can learn French as you take your French classes. At the French Institute Alliance Française in the Upper East Side, you can enroll your two to three-year-old in a petits pas. You or another caregiver will attend the class with your child and will witness them as they learn words from another language. Learning will take place through arts and crafts projects and enrichment games. This class is meant to be both fun and engaging for your child. 

Schools in NYC also offer in-person classes in other Romance languages. Knowing one Romance language can help you understand the basics of another. This is because they’re all rooted in Latin, and therefore share similar vocabularies and grammar. You can sign-up for beginner Portuguese and Spanish classes through CourseHorse. 

Check out the listings on CourseHorse to learn about more in-person French classes taught in the NYC area. New and returning classes are frequently added. 

Virtual French Classes & Schools

Virtual French classes are another option available to you. A fluent instructor will remotely guide you through a lesson along with other participants. You can take this class from anywhere with a stable internet connection and where you won’t be interrupted by anything. This eliminates the need to commute within busy NYC for a class. 

The instructor of your virtual class may ask you to purchase learning materials. This can range from textbooks to vocabulary sets. They may also choose to provide these materials to you as PDF files. Check out the main page of the virtual French class you have signed up for to see if the instructor has included a list of required materials.

If you have no experience with French, check out Fluent City’s online beginner-level French class. This class can also be taken by anyone looking for a refresher in the basics of French. By the end of the class, you’ll understand the basics of French and be working toward speaking it conversationally. Fluent City provided follow-up beginner-level classes. After you’ve gotten the hang of the basics, you can sign up for an intermediate class, including their French Meetup

Private French lessons are also available online. Hyperfluent offers consultations before you take their private French fundamentals class. You’ll master the basics and receive one-on-one feedback in this class. They ask that you bring a notebook and a phone or other recording device to tape your voice for future review. Learning materials will be provided by your instructor. 

For anyone unsure of whether to commit to French lessons, ABC Languages has an online French crash course. This is an introductory-level class that lasts 90 minutes. In those 90 minutes, you’ll learn how to introduce yourself and other basic phrases. This is also a good class to take if you’re traveling to a French-speaking country. It’ll provide you with essential travel phrases and vocabulary. 

There are more virtual French classes that you can sign up for on CourseHorse. These classes are offered by schools from around the country and provide a variety of materials. Consider your skill level and your schedule before deciding which class interests you the most. 

Private Group French Classes in NYC

Are you looking to book French classes before an upcoming group trip to France or another French-speaking country? If so, CourseHorse can deliver online private French classes for groups to you. These classes take place using an online video platform and are taught by expert instructors who will work to meet your group’s needs and goals. 

If you’re interested in the private French classes that CourseHorse can offer you, reach out to them through the contact form on their website. You can discuss the needs of your group and what you’d like to get out of a French class. They’ll also work with you to accommodate your group size. If you’re unsure of how many will be taking the class, you can provide them with the minimum group number and update them with a final headcount before the class. 

CourseHorse offers 20-minute demos for $100. Demos allow you to experience the class before fully committing to it. If you take a demo and decide you’d like to cancel your scheduled class, CourseHorse will allow you to cancel for free so long as you let them know at least two weeks beforehand. For an additional $150, you can customize your class. A common customization is the addition of games.

CourseHorse does not charge booking fees. You may choose to take the class using Zoom, Google Meets, Microsoft Teams, or WebEx. Zoom is the recommended platform.

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