Group Classes

This class will review the key grammar points covered in the A1 level. Designed for students who have completed level A1.5 or early A2 levels.
Teacher: Priya Joawn

This online introductory class is intended for students with no prior experience in French. It is the first of five courses at the A1 beginner level. After completing this course, students will progress to A1.2.


Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the second of 5 courses at the A1 beginner level. After completing this course, students will progress to A1.3. 



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This class is the third of 5 courses at the A1 beginner level. After completing this course, students will progress to A1.4


Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the fourth of 5 courses at the A1 beginner level. After completing this course, students will progress to A1.5.


Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the last of 5 courses at the A1 beginner level. After completing this course, students will progress to A2.1


Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

French For Travelers
Planning a trip to France or a French-speaking country? This practical, beginners class will equip you with essential phrases, cultural tips, and travel-specific vocabulary to help you navigate common situations with confidence; from ordering in a café to asking for directions or checking into a hotel.  No textbook required.

Please note: This class is designed for practical travel communication and does not certify a language level.

Teacher: Marie Lambert

Pace: Once a week, 1 hour over 10 weeks

Speak and Play 
Join us for a fun and interactive 4-hour French immersion workshop designed to boost your confidence through games, creative activities, and conversation – all in French! "Speak and Play" is ideal for post beginners and elementary learners who want to practice in a relaxed, no-pressure environment while having fun. Don’t forget to bring your own lunch – we’ll pause midway for a casual, French-style lunch break together.
Levels A1.3 and above
Teacher: Marie Lambert

This class will review the key grammar points covered in the A1 level. Designed for students who have completed level A1.5 or early A2 levels.
Teacher: Priya Joawn

This class will review the key grammar points covered in the A2 level. Designed for students who have completed level A2.4, A2.5 or early B1 levels. 

Teacher: Priya Joawn

This online class is the first of 5 courses at the A2 elementary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level A2.2.


Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the second of 5 courses at the A2 elementary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level A2.3.



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the third of 5 courses at the A2 elementary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level A2.4.



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the fourth of 5 courses at the A2 elementary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level A2.5.



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the last course at the A2 elementary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B1

Teacher: Priya Joawn
Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online conversation class is designed for students at level A1+/A2 in French.  No material required.
Pace: Once a week, 1 hour over 10 weeks

Everyday French 
This class is designed for elementary learners at the A2 level - those who already know the basics of communication and want to build confidence in everyday, situational French. You’ll expand your vocabulary, sharpen your listening and speaking skills, and begin using more natural sentence structures with greater ease in daily conversations.

Perfect for those looking to move beyond simple phrases and engage more comfortably in real-world interactions.

Please note: Completing this class does not certify a language level.

Teacher: Priya Joawn

Pace: Once a week, 1 hour over 10 weeks

Ready to go beyond textbooks and speak like the French really do? This interactive workshop is designed to immerse learners in the real-life language of everyday French speakers, with a special focus on common expressions, slang (argot), and new, evolving phrases popularized by contemporary TV shows, movies, and social media.  The class is held in French, for levels A2, B1 and B2.

What You’ll Learn:

• Essential Idiomatic Expressions
  Learn the everyday phrases that native speakers use constantly
•  French Slang Demystified
  Dive into the world of verlan (wordplay slang), street talk, and informal speech
•  Language from Pop Culture
  Decode expressions from popular French series (Lupin, Dix Pour Cent), films, and social media influencers.
•  Context & Nuance
  Understand when, how, and with whom to use casual or informal French without sounding awkward or out of place.
  

Teacher: Claudie Vo Van

Pace: Once a week, 2-hour lesson, over 2 weeks

Phonetics 2 is the sequel to Phonetics 1, but it can also be taken on its own. In this class, you'll focus on the rhythm and intonation of French phrases to help your speech sound more fluid and natural. Get ready to make your French flow like a café conversation on a crisp fall afternoon! Levels A2 & B1

Teacher: Marie Lambert
Pace: Once a week, 2-hour lesson, over 2 weeks

Speak and Play 
Join us for a fun and interactive 4-hour French immersion workshop designed to boost your confidence through games, creative activities, and conversation – all in French! "Speak and Play" is ideal for post beginners and elementary learners who want to practice in a relaxed, no-pressure environment while having fun. Don’t forget to bring your own lunch – we’ll pause midway for a casual, French-style lunch break together.
Levels A1.3 and above
Teacher: Marie Lambert

This class will review the key grammar points covered in the A2 level. Designed for students who have completed level A2.4, A2.5 or early B1 levels. 

Teacher: Priya Joawn

This online class is the first of 8 courses at the B1 intermediary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B1.2.
Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the second of 8 courses at the B1 intermediary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B1.3.

Teacher: Priya Joawn
Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the third of 8 courses at the B1 intermediary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B1.4.



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the fourth of 9 courses at the B1 intermediary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B1.5.

Teacher: Marie Lambert
Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the fifth of 8 courses at the B1 intermediary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B1.6.



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the seventh of 8 courses at the B1 intermediary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B1.7



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the seventh of 9 courses at the B1 intermediary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B1.8



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the last of 8 courses at the B1 intermediary level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B2.1



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online conversation class is designed for students who are fairly conversational in French. The class uses prompts and media from a variety of authentic sources.

Teacher: Claudie Vo Van
Pace: Once a week, 1 1/2 hour over 10 weeks

This in-person conversation class is designed for students who are conversational in French. The class uses prompts and media from a variety of authentic sources.

Teacher: Eliane Hascal
Pace: Once a week, 1 1/2 hour over 10 weeks

This in-person conversation class is designed for students who are conversational in French. The class uses prompts and media from a variety of authentic sources.



Pace: Once a week, 1 1/2 hour over 10 weeks

Ready to go beyond textbooks and speak like the French really do? This interactive workshop is designed to immerse learners in the real-life language of everyday French speakers, with a special focus on common expressions, slang (argot), and new, evolving phrases popularized by contemporary TV shows, movies, and social media.  The class is held in French, for levels A2, B1 and B2.

What You’ll Learn:

• Essential Idiomatic Expressions
  Learn the everyday phrases that native speakers use constantly
•  French Slang Demystified
  Dive into the world of verlan (wordplay slang), street talk, and informal speech
•  Language from Pop Culture
  Decode expressions from popular French series (Lupin, Dix Pour Cent), films, and social media influencers.
•  Context & Nuance
  Understand when, how, and with whom to use casual or informal French without sounding awkward or out of place.
  

Teacher: Claudie Vo Van

Pace: Once a week, 2-hour lesson, over 2 weeks

Phonetics 2 is the sequel to Phonetics 1, but it can also be taken on its own. In this class, you'll focus on the rhythm and intonation of French phrases to help your speech sound more fluid and natural. Get ready to make your French flow like a café conversation on a crisp fall afternoon! Levels A2 & B1

Teacher: Marie Lambert
Pace: Once a week, 2-hour lesson, over 2 weeks

In this Press Review workshop, you will dive into news articles, sharpen your reading and analysis skills, and practice expressing your thoughts through lively group discussions. With hands-on exercises and plenty of conversation, you'll boost your confidence in understanding and speaking French in no time! 

Teacher: Priya Joawn
Pace: Once a week, 1-hour lesson, over 4 weeks

Speak and Play 
Join us for a fun and interactive 4-hour French immersion workshop designed to boost your confidence through games, creative activities, and conversation – all in French! "Speak and Play" is ideal for learners who want to practice in a relaxed, no-pressure environment while having fun. Don’t forget to bring your own lunch – we’ll pause midway for a casual, French-style lunch break together.
Levels B1 & B2
Teacher: Marie Lambert

This in-person conversation class is designed for students who are fairly conversational in French - levels B1/B2. The class uses prompts and media from a variety of authentic sources.
Location: Hannah Block Historic USO, 120 S 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401

Teacher: Vanessa de Froidcourt

Pace: Once a week, 1 1/2 hour over 10 weeks

This online class is the first of 8 courses at the B2 level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B2.2

Teacher: Marie Lambert
Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the third of 8 courses at the B2 independent level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B2.5 



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online class is the fifth of 8 courses at the B2 independent level. After completing this course, students will progress to level B2.6



Pace: Twice a week, 1-hour lesson, over 10 weeks

This online conversation class is designed for students who are conversational in French. The class uses conversation prompts and media from a variety of authentic sources.

Teacher: Claudie Vo Van
Pace: Once a week, 1 1/2 hour over 10 weeks

This in-person conversation class is designed for students who are conversational in French. The class uses prompts and media from a variety of authentic sources.

Teacher: Eliane Hascal
Pace: Once a week, 1 1/2 hour over 10 weeks

This in-person conversation class is designed for students who are conversational in French. The class uses prompts and media from a variety of authentic sources.



Pace: Once a week, 1 1/2 hour over 10 weeks

Ready to go beyond textbooks and speak like the French really do? This interactive workshop is designed to immerse learners in the real-life language of everyday French speakers, with a special focus on common expressions, slang (argot), and new, evolving phrases popularized by contemporary TV shows, movies, and social media.  The class is held in French, for levels A2, B1 and B2.

What You’ll Learn:

• Essential Idiomatic Expressions
  Learn the everyday phrases that native speakers use constantly
•  French Slang Demystified
  Dive into the world of verlan (wordplay slang), street talk, and informal speech
•  Language from Pop Culture
  Decode expressions from popular French series (Lupin, Dix Pour Cent), films, and social media influencers.
•  Context & Nuance
  Understand when, how, and with whom to use casual or informal French without sounding awkward or out of place.
  

Teacher: Claudie Vo Van

Pace: Once a week, 2-hour lesson, over 2 weeks

Lire & Parler (Read & Speak) is a conversation class that uses level appropriate fiction material to practice speaking French. Course materials need to be purchased separately
Pace: Once a week, 1 1/2 hour over 10 weeks

In this Press Review workshop, you will dive into news articles, sharpen your reading and analysis skills, and practice expressing your thoughts through lively group discussions. With hands-on exercises and plenty of conversation, you'll boost your confidence in understanding and speaking French in no time! 

Teacher: Priya Joawn
Pace: Once a week, 1-hour lesson, over 4 weeks

Speak and Play 
Join us for a fun and interactive 4-hour French immersion workshop designed to boost your confidence through games, creative activities, and conversation – all in French! "Speak and Play" is ideal for learners who want to practice in a relaxed, no-pressure environment while having fun. Don’t forget to bring your own lunch – we’ll pause midway for a casual, French-style lunch break together.
Levels B1 & B2
Teacher: Marie Lambert

This in-person conversation class is designed for students who are fairly conversational in French - levels B1/B2. The class uses prompts and media from a variety of authentic sources.
Location: Hannah Block Historic USO, 120 S 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401

Teacher: Vanessa de Froidcourt

Pace: Once a week, 1 1/2 hour over 10 weeks

This online conversation class is designed for students who are conversational in French. The class uses conversation prompts and media from a variety of authentic sources.

Teacher: Claudie Vo Van
Pace: Once a week, 1 1/2 hour over 10 weeks

In this Press Review workshop, you will dive into news articles, sharpen your reading and analysis skills, and practice expressing your thoughts through lively group discussions. With hands-on exercises and plenty of conversation, you'll boost your confidence in understanding and speaking French in no time! 

Teacher: Priya Joawn
Pace: Once a week, 1-hour lesson, over 4 weeks