Adult Classes
Our Summer I session of classes runs June 19th – July 21st
Emphasis in all of our courses is on communication achieved through active student participation. All classes are conducted in French, giving you maximum exposure to practice the language. Small classes are standard to facilitate communication. All our teachers have native speaker fluency.
Membership with AFSR is a requirement to enroll in classes and can be purchased on-line.
For more information, please view our School Policies.
Classes are taught at specific proficiency levels, from A1 through C2, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Visit the Course Levels page for more information or to take a proficiency test. Contact the school director, at school@afsantarosa.org, if you have any questions about placement.
Group Class Calendar
Loading…Can’t make it to any of our group classes?
Please contact the School Administrator at school@afsantarosa.org to let us know which days and times suit you well for classes.
Beginner Level Group Classes
Beginning French teaches the fundamentals of listening, speaking, reading, and writing French. Common themes covered are greetings, exchanging simple information, restaurant, travel, family, weather, activities and shopping. Students learn correct pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary through student interactions while exploring French and francophone cultures.
As students progress through the beginning levels, new thematic units and vocabulary are introduced such as clothing, careers, daily routines and activities, foods, transportation, and directions. Through paired and group activities, simple conversations, dictations, and grammatical patterns students learn to comprehend, ask and answer questions, and follow instructions in French. Students explore writing and reading while expanding their vocabulary and command of the language.
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French for Beginners - A1: Traveling to France soon, need French for work or for personal pursuits? Beginning French teaches students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language. Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation and grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed. (A1 Level) -
French for New Beginners - A1: Traveling to France soon, need French for work or for personal pursuits? Beginning French teaches students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language. Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation and grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed. (A1 Level)
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In-person class! Advanced Beginner to Early Intermediate students are given continued exposure to the language by practicing foundational habits such as listening, proper pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar practices, using dictation, videos and situational vocabulary. (A2/B1 Level) This is an ongoing class. -
In person class! Beginner students with some French background are given full exposure to the language by practicing foundational habits such as listening, proper pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar. (A1.2 Level)
Intermediate Level Group Classes
Intermediate classes offer a variety of approaches in advancing students’ speaking, reading and writing facilities. Ongoing classes include French for Everyday Situations for levels B1 and B2, Early Intermediate grammar and speaking, and a Reading class designed to improve comprehension and speaking skills.
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"Everyday Situational French" In this conversational class, students gain confidence by developing their vocabulary, practicing "échanges" in grammar and in conversation, while learning about the culture. (B1 Level) -
Advanced Intermediate students perfect their command of French through dialogue, grammar and idiomatic expressions to navigate everyday situations. (Ongoing B2 Level) -
Le Français en Bandes Dessinées students will be immersed into "l´univers de la bande dessinee BD francophone," from Astérix to Yakari, all the way through Tintin; retracing its origins, and reading these childhood and grownup favorites, while discussing the assets and issues related to this art. Part of the sources for this course is the Culturethèque online platform, which is free access for all AFSR members (B2/C1 Level)
Advanced Level Group Classes
Advanced-level students continue to improve their communication skills by summarizing information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation, and expressing themselves spontaneously and fluently with videos, dictations, and discussion.
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Students studying Advanced Literature read excerpts and works of famous authors, learn their biographies, mark their place in history, and discuss major themes. -
This course allows students to improve speaking, listening and reading skills while exploring news from the French speaking world. -
Le Français en Bandes Dessinées students will be immersed into "l´univers de la bande dessinee BD francophone," from Astérix to Yakari, all the way through Tintin; retracing its origins, and reading these childhood and grownup favorites, while discussing the assets and issues related to this art. Part of the sources for this course is the Culturethèque online platform, which is free access for all AFSR members (B2/C1 Level)
Can’t make it to any of our group classes?
Please contact the School Administrator at school@afsantarosa.org to let us know which days and times suit you well for classes.
AFSR Group Class Sessions
This graphic illustrates the usual course of AFSR group class sessions throughout the year.
Please note that the dates and session lengths may be subject to change.
Tutoring (semi-private and private instruction) is available all throughout the year, and is arranged with the School Director.