French Institute Alliance Française
The French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) is a not-for-profit organization in New York that offers innovative programs in education and the arts, exploring the diversity and richness of French cultures.
The French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) is a not-for-profit organization in New York that offers innovative programs in education and the arts, exploring the diversity and richness of French cultures.
Learn to understand and use basic French expressions and phrases with the French Institute Alliance Française. This beginner-level course will help you build a solid foundation in the language through authentic resources and real-world tasks. Express your likes, dislikes, and preferences while exploring French culture and participating in basic conversations.
Begin your immersive journey into all things French with the accelerated Beginner Level 1 course at the French Institute Alliance Française. Learn to introduce yourself, ask basic questions, and understand everyday expressions in an interactive and engaging class. Get ready to experience the French lifestyle and customs as you dive into the vibrant world of the French language.
Elevate your language proficiency with our French for Juniors Advanced Beginner course (Grades 9-12), Levels 201–203, at the renowned French Institute Alliance Française. Teens will refine their communication skills, delving into the nuanced realms of physical traits, character descriptions, interests, travel, and environment. This dynamic curriculum encompasses vocabulary spanning tourism, hobbies, health, transportation, nature, and city life, while also exploring advanced past tenses, including the "passé composé," future, recent past, and continuous present. Uncover the subtleties between the "imparfait" and "passé composé" past tenses for a comprehensive linguistic journey.
Embark on a linguistic journey with our French for Juniors course (Grades 9-12), Beginner 101–103, offered at the esteemed French Institute Alliance Française. Teens will master essential communication skills, delving into greetings, self-introductions, and vivid descriptions. From discussing personal life and style to navigating restaurant orders and phone conversations, students will acquire a solid foundation in French grammar, covering frequently used verbs, irregular verbs, present tense, future tense, passé composé, and reflexive verbs. Elevate language proficiency with a curriculum tailored for young learners.
Forge linguistic mastery with our French for Juniors Intermediate course (Grades 9-12), Levels 301–304, hosted at the esteemed French Institute Alliance Française. Teens will adeptly navigate conversations about media, the environment, the world of work, and the arts. Delve into the intricacies of grammar with the present and past conditional tense, "plus-que-parfait," imperative, and gerundive, enabling students to express critiques, wishes, possibilities, and articulate both positive and negative emotions while discussing projects. Elevate your communication skills with a comprehensive curriculum tailored for young learners.
Embark on a linguistic odyssey with our French for Juniors Advanced 1 Week course (Grades 9-12), Levels 401-404, hosted at the prestigious French Institute Alliance Française. Teens explore the vast realms of media, culture, and the progression of humanity, gaining insights into sciences, philosophy, history, and geography. This advanced level empowers students to express opinions, engage in debates, and skillfully defend arguments. Delve into linguistic nuances with a focused study on the passé simple (passive voice), crafting hypotheses using "Si...," and mastering specific constructions in the passé composé for a comprehensive language experience.
Expand your French skills and gain confidence in speaking and understanding the language with the French A2 Advanced Beginner Level 1 course at the renowned French Institute Alliance Française. Explore everyday topics, enhance your vocabulary, and learn about different Francophone cultures. Get ready to express yourself more clearly and dive deeper into the language.
Immerse yourself in the French language and culture with this advanced beginner course. Learn to express yourself clearly and confidently on a range of topics, and dive into the fascinating world of French cinema, media, and vintage Parisian events. Boost your French skills to the next level and expand your cultural knowledge along the way.
Learn to express yourself more clearly in French as you delve into increasingly in-depth topics in this beginner-level course. From everyday conversations to cultural exploration, this course will strengthen your language skills and introduce you to French traditions, gastronomy, fashion, and customs. Get ready to expand your vocabulary and confidently communicate in French.
Start speaking French from day one with this accelerated course at the French Institute Alliance Française. Immerse yourself in authentic resources and real-world tasks to build a solid foundation in the language. By the end, you'll be able to have basic conversations about various themes and explore Francophone countries.
Take your French skills to the next level as you reinforce your ability to talk about familiar topics and personal interests. Build confidence in describing your background and immediate environment, and learn to express yourself more clearly about increasingly in-depth topics. Join us at the French Institute Alliance Française for an immersive experience in the French language and culture.
Take your French language skills to the next level with French A2 Advanced Beginner Level 4 - Accelerated! In this course, you'll strengthen your ability to talk about personal interests, describe your background, and navigate everyday situations. Dive into authentic resources and real-world tasks while exploring French news, media, commerce, websites, and novels. By the end, you'll be expressing yourself clearly on increasingly in-depth topics.
Hone your language proficiency in Conversation & Grammar – Level B2, an Advanced course designed to elevate your everyday speech dynamics. Explore media like newspapers, magazines, and movies to enhance vocabulary and conversational skills in diverse situations. With a focus on two specific grammar points per class, this course ensures a comprehensive approach to understanding and applying advanced linguistic nuances, with additional points tailored to students' individual needs and requests.
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French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization incorporated in the State of New York. FIAF's mission is to create and offer New Yorkers innovative and unique programs in education and the arts that explore the evolving diversity and richness of French cultures. FIAF seeks to generate new ideas and promote cross cultural dialogue through partnerships and new platforms of expression.
Founded at the turn of 20th century, the French Institute and the Alliance Française de New York operated as two separate organizations, the first promoting French arts, the second teaching French. In 1971 they merged to form what has become one of the largest and most respected centers of French-American activities in the U.S: the French Institute Alliance Française.
Located at 22 East 60th Street between Park and Madison Avenues on New York City’s Upper Eastside, our beautiful Beaux Arts building is reminiscent of the architecture of Haussmann Paris. Over 6000 students learn French at our Language Center, New York's leading center for French language.
The Haskell Library is the most comprehensive private French library in the United States. The 400-seat Florence Gould Hall Theater, where we present LIVE performing arts events and New York’s only year-round French cinema series CinéSalon; Tinker Auditorium where we present culinary, literary, and other cultural events; the dramatic penthouse space, Le Skyroom (featuring a demonstration kitchen) where we present exclusive Art de Vivre events; and the recently opened FIAF Gallery ensure FIAF’s place as a vibrant cultural force for New Yorkers of all ages and backgrounds.
Students at the French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) have positive feedback about their classes, particularly praising the helpful and articulate instructors. Many students have reported improvements in their pronunciation as a result of taking these classes. The consensus is that the pace of the classes could be faster, but overall, students appreciate the nice setting and the learning experience provided by FIAF. - "I loved this class!!!! Sophie was so helpful and articulate. I felt my pronunciation improved by the end of the class. I highly recommend this class!" - "Very nice class great teacher, nice setting. Pace can be a bit faster." - "I love FIAF!"
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