Introduction to French

Location: In Person at FIAF Manhattan
Type: General French
Level: Beginner A1
5 weeks Apr 3–May 6 / May 15–Jun 17
1 week May 8–12

Your first date with French! Through a mix of French and English, this short primer course gives you the essential tools to excel as you begin your French journey.

This course is specifically designed for students with no prior French exposure. You will study how French and English grammar and verbs work, how they can be so similar and so different at the same time. Through comparative grammar, conjugation and vocabulary, you will discover all the tips and tricks of the French language.

After completing this course, you will be ready to continue on to Beginner French A1 Level 1.

Note About Class Formats: General French A1.1 to C1.6, Intro to French, Refresher courses are held entirely in person at FIAF or entirely online on Zoom. All other courses for adults are HyFlex with online and in-person students attending the same class via 360° cameras in the classroom.

Classroom Guidelines (as of 9/7/2022): Masks are optional and proof of Covid-19 vaccination is no longer requried to attend a class or event at any FIAF location. Read more.