AFSR Classes, Workshops, Memberships

Group adult classes (18+) are taught in French by a native-fluent instructor in an inclusive, interactive setting. The classes emphasize oral and written comprehension and production. Themed classes and workshops hone in on specific linguistic and cultural skills. Textbooks and course materials are either provided by the instructor or can be obtained online or at bookstores (info to be provided for each course).

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French Pronunciation Workshop with Valerie

$120.00

May 2, 9, & 16, 2026 11:00 am – 1:00 pm $120 for 3 Saturdays In-person @ AFSR, 1011 2nd St. #206, Santa Rosa Refine your accent and build confidence in speaking with our in-person French pronunciation workshop led by Valérie. Held on three consecutive Saturdays in May (5/2, 5/9 and 5/16) from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, these focused sessions will help you master sounds, rhythm, and intonation in a supportive, interactive setting. Each week building on the previous one, all three Saturdays constitute the Workshop and attendance is needed for all three. Perfect for learners at any stage, this series offers a chance to tune your ear and elevate your spoken French. Registration opens April 13 alongside our Spring session, reserve your spot early!

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Galette des Rois at Wilson Winery

Price range: $10.00 through $30.00
Join us on Saturday, January 24th from 2:00 to 5 PM to celebrate la Galette des Rois at Wilson Winery in Healdsburg (1960 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg, CA 95448)! Tickets will include wine, small bites and galette. Bring the kids too! We will have a kid activity table for coloring and decorating crowns. Tickets available soon:

$20 for current AFSR members

$30 for non-Members

$10 under 18
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Celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau at Notre Vue Estate 2025!

Price range: $10.00 through $25.00
Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé !
Join us on Friday, November 21st, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM to celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau at the beautiful Notre Vue Estate, 11010 Estate Lane Windsor, CA 95492. Tickets (per person) include two glasses of wine (one French Beaujolais Nouveau and one "surprise Nouveau" from Notre Vue) and some food. Tickets will go on sale on Monday, November 3rd. Tickets (pre sale):

$20 for current ASFR members

$25 for non-members

$10 for guests under 21 (food + NA drink)

+$10 at the door ($30 for members, $35 for non members, $20 for guests under 21).
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2025 Assemblée Générale Dinner at Hook & Ladder Winery

Price range: $0.00 through $10.00

We invite all Alliance Française of Santa Rosa / Sonoma Wine Country members to our annual all-members meeting, Assemblée Générale! Join all for a welcome reception in the Barrel Room at Hook & Ladder Winery, followed by the meeting and a family-style dinner. Let’s share a toast to the past year and exchange ideas for new events and class themes for the year ahead. Also, members we will elect* our Board of Directors for the next term. Tickets include appetizers, dinner, wine, and beverages. $10 in advance for members and guests, $20 at the door. Children 17 and under are welcome and free. Reserve your seats at the table early. Date: Monday, October 20, 2025 Time: 6 to 8 pm

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Alliance Mug

~~$15.00~~ $10.00

Coffee & tea lovers will appreciate the official Alliance Française de Santa Rosa mug.

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Alliance Mug and Coffee Beans

~~$20.00~~ $15.00

Coffee lovers will appreciate the official Alliance Française de Santa Rosa mug and an 8 ounce package of Peet's French Roast coffee.

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Alliance Notepad and Pencil Set

~~$12.00~~ $7.00

Use your official AFSR notepad and pencil set to take notes in class!

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Jane for Tea at the Bennett Valley Grange Hall

Price range: $0.00 through $10.00

Join us on Friday, March 7th at the Bennett Valley Grange, the oldest Grange Hall in America, to celebrate the beginning of "le Mois de la Francophonie" (International French Speaking Month) with a very special Jane for Tea Concert! Jane for Tea is a Toulouse-based French duo that delivers pop songs with a multitude of influences from the twenties to the present day. Date: Friday, March 7 Time: 5:30 - 7:00 PM Price: $10 non-members | $5 AFSR members | Free for kids Address: Bennett Valley Grange 16 - 4145 Grange Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 This event is limited to 50 tickets (for adults).

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French for New Beginners A1 with Gigi | 26Smr | Online | Wednesday 6–7pm

$240.00
Summer Session - June 10 through July 29, 2026

Day and Time: Wednesday, 6:00–7:00 pm

Location: Online (Zoom)

Instructor: Gigi Kuhn

Tuition: $240 (8 weeks)

This class is for complete Beginners at the A1 level. 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. Minimum enrollment is needed for classes to run. (A1 Level) New students: Please fill out our brief questionnaire to inform the instructor of your motivation and goals for learning French. https://forms.gle/pqVR4EWfoh3NdRZB8
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French for Beginners A1-Part 3 with Laura | 26Smr | Online | Monday 6–7:30pm

$225.00
Summer Session—June 29 through August 10, 2026

Day and Time: Mondays, 6:00 pm–7:30 pm

Location: Online (Zoom)

Instructor: Laura Patterson

Tuition: $225 (7 weeks)

Zoom class. This is the 3rd in a series of beginner classes at the A1 level. 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. Minimum enrollment is needed for classes to run. (A1 Level) New students: Please fill out our brief questionnaire to inform the instructor of your motivation and goals for learning French. https://forms.gle/pqVR4EWfoh3NdRZB8
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French for New Beginners A1 with Valerie | 26Smr | In-Person | Wednesday 12–1:30pm

Price range: $265.00 through $280.00
Summer Session - June 10 through July 29, 2026

Day and Time: Wednesday, 12:00–1:30 pm

Location: In-person, 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Valerie Sell

Tuition: $280 (8 weeks) / $265 (7 weeks)

This class is for complete Beginners at the A1 level. 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. Minimum enrollment is needed for classes to run. (A1 Level) New students: Please fill out our brief questionnaire to inform the instructor of your motivation and goals for learning French. https://forms.gle/pqVR4EWfoh3NdRZB8
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French for Beginners A1-Part 4 with Gaëlle | 26Smr | In-Person | Tuesday 9:30–11am

Price range: $225.00 through $240.00
Summer Session—June 23 through August 11, 2026

Day and Time: Tuesdays, 9:30 am–11:00 am

Location: In-person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Gaëlle Corvaisier

Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) / $225 (7 weeks)

In-person class. This is the 4th in a series of beginner classes at the A1 level. 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. Minimum enrollment is needed for classes to run. (A1 Level) New students: Please fill out our brief questionnaire to inform the instructor of your motivation and goals for learning French. https://forms.gle/pqVR4EWfoh3NdRZB8
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French for Beginners A1-Part 4 with Lisa | 26Smr | In-Person | Thursday 5:30–7pm

Price range: $225.00 through $240.00
Summer Session—June 25 through August 13, 2026

Day and Time: Thursdays, 5:30 pm–7:00 pm

Location: In-person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Lisa Broderick

Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) / $225 (7 weeks)

In-person class. This is the 4th in a series of beginner classes at the A1 level. 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. Minimum enrollment is needed for classes to run. (A1 Level) New students: Please fill out our brief questionnaire to inform the instructor of your motivation and goals for learning French. https://forms.gle/pqVR4EWfoh3NdRZB8
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French for Beginners A1-Part 6 with Gaëlle | 26Smr | In-Person | Monday 5:30–7pm

Price range: $225.00 through $240.00
Summer Session—June 22 through August 10, 2026

Day and Time: Mondays, 5:30–7:00 pm

Location: In-person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Gaëlle Corvaisier

Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) / $225 (7 weeks)

In-person class. This is the 6th in a series of Beginner classes at the A1 level. 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. Minimum enrollment is needed for classes to run. (A1 Level) New students: If you are new, please fill out our brief questionnaire to inform the instructor of your motivation and goals for learning French. https://forms.gle/pqVR4EWfoh3NdRZB8
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French for Advanced Beginners A2 with Charles | 26Smr | In-Person | Tuesday 5:30–7pm

$150.00
Summer Session—June 23 through July 21, 2026

Day and Time: Tuesdays, 5:30–7:00 pm

Location: In-person - 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Charles de Bretteville

Tuition: $150 (5 weeks)

In-person class. This class is for advanced beginners level-A2, and will challenge students' abilities by strengthening their skills in French through proper pronunciation, and vocabulary and grammar, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. Students will strengthen their knowledge of past and future tenses, pronouns, and other finer points of the French language. Dialogues and listening activities are stressed. Students read short stories to expand their vocabulary, grammar and comprehension. This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (A2 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.
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French for Advanced Beginners A2 with Charles | 26Smr | In-Person | Wednesday 6–7:30pm

$150.00
Summer Session—June 24 through July 22, 2026

Day and Time: Wednesdays, 6:00–7:30 pm

Location: In-person - 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Charles de Bretteville

Tuition: $150 (5 weeks)

In person class. This class is for advanced beginners level-A2, and will challenge students' abilities by strengthening their skills in French through proper pronunciation, and vocabulary and grammar, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. Students will strengthen their knowledge of past and future tenses, pronouns, and other finer points of the French language. Dialogues and listening activities are stressed. Students read short stories to expand their vocabulary, grammar and comprehension. This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (A2 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.
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Conversation for Advanced Beginners A2 with Valerie | 26Smr | In-Person | Wednesday 10–11:30am

Price range: $225.00 through $240.00
Summer Session—June 24 through August 12, 2026

Day and Time: Wednesdays, 10:00–11:30 am

Location: In-Person - 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Valerie Sell

Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) / $225 (7 weeks)

In-Person class. This is an ongoing class for students with proficiency of A1 level curriculum. Conversation for advanced beginners will sharpen communication skills in everyday situations, building on skills previously learned by formal studies or french immersion. Students practice dialogues, learn how to use current practical expressions, improve pronunciation and use correct grammar. Basic knowledge of common verb tenses are expected, such as the past and future tenses, as well as a good foundation of vocabulary. Mastery of French grammar is ongoing. This class will help students learn to interact in French culture in a fun and engaging atmosphere, whether it be for travel, work, or personal enrichment. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (A2 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.
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French for Adv Beginner/ Early Interm A2/B1 with Gaëlle | 26Smr | In-Person | Tuesday 1:30–3:30pm

Price range: $280.00 through $320.00
Summer Session—June 23 through August 11, 2026

Day and Time: Tuesdays, 1:30–3:30 pm

Location: In-Person - 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Gaëlle Corvaisier

Tuition: $320 (8 weeks) / $280 (7 weeks)

In person class. At the A2/B1 level, students continue to strengthen their skills in French through proper pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. Past and future tenses are stressed along with other finer points of the language. Dialogue and listening activities are central, along with news podcasts, short films and short stories to expand vocabulary, grammar and comprehension.This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (A2/B1 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.
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Early Interm French B1 with Gaëlle | 26Smr | In-Person | Monday 12:45–2:15pm

Price range: $225.00 through $240.00
Summer Session—June 22 through August 10, 2026

Day and Time: Mondays, 12:45–2:15 pm

Location: In-Person - 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Gaëlle Corvaisier

Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) / $225 (7 weeks)

Early Intermediate French B1: Students will improve their language skills through practical dialogues that reflect everyday situations, grammar exercises, and cultural readings. Listening and proper pronunciation are stressed using dictation, videos and situational vocabulary. This is an ongoing class. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (B1 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in classes and/or take a free placement test here.
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Early Interm French B1 with Gigi | 26Smr | Online | Wednesday 7–8:30pm

Price range: $225.00 through $240.00
Summer Session—June 24 through August 12, 2026

Day and Time: Wednesdays, 7:00–8:30 pm

Location: Online (Zoom)

Instructor: Gigi Kuhn

Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) / $225 (7 weeks)

Early Intermediate French B1: Students will improve their language skills through practical dialogues that reflect everyday situations, grammar exercises, and cultural readings. Listening and proper pronunciation are stressed using dictation, videos and situational vocabulary. This is an ongoing class. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (B1 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in classes and/or take a free placement test here.
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“Les Courts Métrages” B1+ with Charles & Gaëlle | 26Smr | In-Person | Monday 11am–12:30pm

Price range: $225.00 through $240.00
Summer Session—June 22 through August 10, 2026

Day and Time: Mondays, 11:00 am–12:30 pm

Location: In-person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Charles de Bretteville

Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) / $225 (7 weeks)

In-person class! This class is intended for those students who already have a good grasp of the basics and are seeking to improve their listening comprehension and conversational fluency. The short films will either be subtitled or transcribed in French and cover a range of mostly contemporary subjects. In addition to watching at home, class preparation will include comprehension and interpretive questions. Gaëlle Corvaisier will teach the last 3 weeks of class. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment to run. (B1+ Level)
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Littérature Avancée B2/C1 with Joelle | 26Smr | Online | Tuesday 10–11:30am

Price range: $225.00 through $240.00
Summer Session—June 23 through August 11, 2026

Day and Time: Tuesdays, 10:00–11:30 am

Location: Online (Zoom)

Instructor: Joelle Pluchon

Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) $225 (7 weeks)

Online class! Students studying Advanced Literature read excerpts and works of famous authors, learn their biographies, mark their place in history, and discuss major themes. Our classes depend upon minimum enrollment. (B2/C1 Level)
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Littérature Francophone B2 with Gaëlle | 26Smr | In-Person | Tuesday 11:30–1pm

Price range: $225.00 through $240.00
Summer Session—June 23 through August 11, 2026

Day and Time: Tuesdays, 11:30 am–1:00 pm

Location: In-Person - 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa

Instructor: Gaëlle Corvaisier

Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) / $225 (7 weeks)

In-person class. Lecture, analyse et discussion de textes courts (nouvelles, contes, poésie, etc.) issus de cultures francophones diverses. Venez découvrir des auteur.e.s contemporain.e.s de la Caraïbe, du Canada, d’Europe et d’Asie autour de thématiques comme la famille, l’identité et l’altérité. (B2 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.
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Group or Family Lessons (up to 4 students) with Annabelle

$80.00
Group or Family lessons can be prearranged with the School Director.

Sessions are one month (a 3 hour minimum) paid in advance.

$80/hr

Online only.

Please select at least 3 lesson-hours to book tutoring time with this instructor. Please include your group/family member names and ages (up to four) who will be part of the tutoring lesson in the "Additional Information" section at checkout. For more info or questions, please contact the School Administrator.
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